Basketball NewsFriday, Jan 9, 2026

Publisher:TalkBasket EuroLeagueOutlet infoDec 6, 5:06 AM ET

Virtus Bologna returned to the refurbished Virtus Arena on Friday night and narrowly defeated EuroLeague newcomers Dubai Basketball 79-78 in a thrilling encounter. Luca Vildoza emerged as the hero, knocking down two critical three-pointers late in the game, including the game-winner with 27 seconds remaining. The Argentine guard capped his performance by stealing the ball […] The post Virtus Bologna escapes with nail-biting win over Dubai appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoJan 9, 1:45 AM ET

Looking ahead at Toronto’s most realistic paths, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca suggests the organization’s immediate focus is financial flexibility, with dipping under the luxury tax threshold viewed internally as an important objective. In that context, Lewenberg notes he continues to hear Ochai Agbaji mentioned as a possible contract the team could look to move primarily […] The post Raptors prioritize tax relief appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoJan 9, 3:31 AM ET

As the NBA season moves toward its most meaningful stretch, attention increasingly shifts from regular‑season results to the matchup dynamics that shape playoff and NBA Finals outcomes. The NBA is heating up in January as the LA Clippers travel to the Washington Wizards on January 15, the Milwaukee Bucks travel to the Denver Nuggets on […] The post Key Matchups That Could Swing NBA Finals Betting Odds appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoJan 9, 3:42 AM ET

Dubai Basketball secured the regular-season series against Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul with a 91-82 victory on Thursday night at Coca-Cola Arena in Round 21 of the EuroLeague. The win lifted Dubai to 10-11, keeping the expansion side firmly in the postseason conversation, while Fenerbahce dropped to 13-7 after failing to impose its usual physical presence. Kenan […] The post Dubai completes regular-season sweep of Fenerbahce appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoJan 9, 4:10 AM ET

Real Madrid defeated Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv 98-86 at Movistar Arena on Thursday, marking its 17th consecutive home win over the Israeli squad. The victory came behind a strong second-half performance and a historic milestone for Walter Tavares. Maccabi led 41-33 midway through the second quarter, but Real responded with a barrage of three-pointers. Facu […] The post Real Madrid beats Maccabi behind closed doors appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Publisher:TalkBasket.netOutlet infoJan 9, 4:42 AM ET

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George met with reporters after the 116-114 home win over the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night at Delta Center. The victory snapped a five-game skid for Utah and improved their mark to 13-24. George highlighted the boost from the home crowd. “Honestly, I can speak for myself and it just felt […] The post Keyonte George on team defense, home crowd energy after Jazz beat Mavericks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .