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Before Friday’s game, head coach David Adelman was asked whether the Denver Nuggets were considering a short-term signing. His response suggested caution more than urgency, indicating the organization is comfortable evaluating what it already has in place rather than rushing to make a move. “Right now, we are who we are,” Adelman said, via Bennett […] The post Nuggets unlikely to pursue 10-day roster addition appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Houston Rockets host the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday, January 3, with injuries playing a major role in how this Western Conference matchup could unfold. Tipoff is set for 8:00 p.m. ET at Toyota Center as both teams enter the game on very different trajectories. Houston Rockets comes in with a 21-10 record and a […] The post Rockets vs. Mavericks injury report: Key absences shape Saturday matchup appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
DaRon Holmes II acknowledged that he ran out of gas after logging 22 minutes in Denver’s win over Toronto on Wednesday, which marked the first time he had been given a real opportunity to contribute in a meaningful game setting, according to Bennett Durando of The Denver Post. For the second-year big man, it was […] The post DaRon Holmes II handles first real minutes adequately appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Quick wrap up notes from the 2023-24 college basketball season. The post NCAA wrap up notes: Miami, Ole Miss, Kentucky, Mich. St., Nova, Abmas, Adams Jr. appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Los Angeles Lakers 2024 #17 pick Dalton Knecht says that he actually studied film of his new head coach JJ Redick while playing for Tennessee last year. (via Yahoo! Sports): Reporter: “Back in LA when he met with the media, Rob [Pelinka] said that JJ already had like a whiteboard out and was drawing up […] The post Dalton Knecht: “At Tennessee, I watched a lot of JJ Redick” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Cleveland, Ohio – This past Sunday, Geoff Warren, from Cleveland, Ohio, was inducted into the 2024 Class of the American Basketball Hall of Fame. Warren joins the ranks of NBA legends such as Larry Bird, Dave Bing, Phil Cherier, Campy Russell, and legendary former coaches from the likes of University of Cincinnati Bob Huggins, and Cleveland State […] The post Basketball Icon Geoff Warren Inducted into American Basketball Hall of Fame appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Rutgers freshmen Ace Bailey (6-foot-9, 200-pound forward) & Dylan Harper (6-foot-6, 215-pound guard) will be two of the biggest underclassmen names besides Duke’s Cooper Flagg this upcoming season. Ranked #2 & #3 by Rivals coming out of high school, Ace has the potential to possibly jump Flagg as the 2025 NBA draft’s 1st pick and […] The post Ace Bailey & Dylan Harper are two names you need to know for the 2024-25 college basketball season appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
When Cam Thomas signed his qualifying offer with the Nets in early September, it guaranteed that he would become an unrestricted free agent after this season. Rockets star Kevin Durant believes whichever team signs him this offseason will get a superior talent, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype tweets. “I feel like Cam has a bright future. […]
If you haven’t bought into the Cooper Flagg hype yet, it’s time. NBA star Jaime Jaquez Jr. told TMZ Sports that after playing with Flagg this summer, the phenom is the real deal. Flagg, the No. 1-ranked high school player in the 2024 class, teamed up with Jaquez Jr. to prep Team USA for the […] The post Jaime Jaquez Jr. on Cooper Flagg: “Incredible talent” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Brooklyn Nets continue to struggle whenever Michael Porter Jr. is unavailable, dropping to 0-6 this season in games he has missed. That trend held again as Porter, the team’s top scoring option, was sidelined by illness for the second night of a back-to-back set. Without him, Brooklyn was overmatched by the Washington Wizards, falling […] The post Nets offense collapses without Michael Porter Jr. available appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
With Nic Claxton of the Brooklyn Nets unavailable Friday because of a personal matter, the opening in the rotation created a larger role for Day’Ron Sharpe. Taking advantage of the opportunity, Sharpe delivered one of Brooklyn’s stronger performances of the night, finishing with 14 points, nine rebounds, two steals and two blocks while making his […] The post Jordi Fernandez notes Day’Ron Sharpe’s energy in larger role appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Brooklyn Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez expressed frustration with rookie Nolan Traore following Thursday’s game against the Houston Rockets, specifically pointing to Traore’s approach on offense. The young guard struggled to find rhythm, missing seven of his eight shots overall and converting just one of his five attempts from beyond the arc. Fernandez made it […] The post Jordi Fernandez pushes Nolan Traore to attack appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Pistons have issued updates on a trio of injured players, making the following announcements on Saturday (Twitter link): Forward Tobias Harris has been diagnosed with a left hip sprain and will be reevaluated in two weeks. Center Jalen Duren has a sprained right ankle and will be reevaluated in one week. Guard/forward Caris LeVert […]
Trae Young will remain sidelined for Atlanta’s Saturday matchup against the Toronto Raptors, as the lingering bruise to his right quadriceps continues to keep him off the floor. The setback marks a fourth straight absence, stretching his time away as the team prioritizes caution with the nagging injury. Before being shut down, Young had been […] The post Trae Young still unavailable as injury lingers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Duke forward Cooper Flagg, the No. 1 prospect in ESPN’s 2025 NBA draft class, has signed a significant shoe endorsement deal with New Balance, according to ESPN NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski. This deal links Flagg to a brand closely tied to his home state of Maine, where New Balance operates a factory just 25 miles […] The post Cooper Flagg signs shoe deal with New Balance appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Nuggets are hopeful both Christian Braun and Aaron Gordon will return from lengthy injury absences for Sunday's game against the Nets.
Former Washington Huskies star Isaiah Thomas says that there was a time in high school when he seriously considered going to the University of Indiana. (via Knuckleheads with Quentin Richardson and Darius Miles): “I wanted to go other places, for sure. It’s crazy, because I was gonna follow in the footsteps of the older Isiah […] The post Isaiah Thomas on almost playing for the Indiana Hoosiers: “I was gonna follow in the footsteps of the older Isiah Thomas” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Adrian Wojnarowski, a leading NBA insider, is retiring from ESPN to take on a new role as general manager of the men’s basketball program at St. Bonaventure. Jeff Passan reported that Wojnarowski will oversee Name Image and Likeness (NIL) allocations, recruiting, and support for Bonnies coach Mark Schmidt. Wojnarowski shared his decision in a statement, […] The post Adrian Wojnarowski retires from ESPN, joins St. Bonaventure as GM appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Minnesota Timberwolves dominated the Heat 125-115, and Miami’s four-game winning streak on Saturday evening. Anthony Edwards led the Wolves with 33 points, while Naz Reid with 29, and Julius Randle contributed a double-double of 23 points and 10 rebounds. Rudy Gobert also added 13 points and 12 rebounds. The Wolves outscored Miami 19-4 in […] The post Timberwolves snap Heat’s 4-game winning streak appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
In the video below, UConn basketball coach Dan Hurley opens up during an in-depth conversation with Graham Bensinger, taking viewers on a ride as he shares insights beyond the basketball court. Hurley emphasizes the importance of religion in his life, explaining how faith grounds him amid the pressures of coaching. He recounts a memorable and […] The post Dan Hurley: Death threats after tough losses appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The NCAA basketball madness begins in March, and we have the whole guide to viewing every moment on Fire TV. This comprehensive guide will help you catch the games to make sure you never miss a moment, whether you’re looking forward to Selection Sunday or the final tip-off. March means that brackets are getting hotter, […] The post Can I watch NCAA basketball on Firestick? appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett can’t wait to watch potential 2025 No. 1 overall NBA Draft pick Cooper Flagg play at Duke University this upcoming season. (via Ticket & The Truth | KG Certified): All The Smoke Productions: “We see Cooper Flagg, he’s an excellent player, but there’s still that NBA jump that you gotta […] The post Kevin Garnett on Cooper Flagg: “We ain’t had no badass cold-ass white boy like this in a long time” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Adrian Wojnarowski, renowned NBA insider, recently left ESPN to become the general manager of the men’s basketball team at St. Bonaventure University. He expanded on his retirement from the media industry at an introductory press conference, revealing his decision to join his alma mater. “This is no retirement job for me,” Wojnarowski said, emphasizing his […] The post Adrian Wojnarowski on leaving ESPN for St. Bonaventure: “I’ve gained in this deal” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
(Louisville, KY) – On Friday, October 4th, adidas Basketball kicked off the college basketball season in style, joining forces with University of Louisville students at Louisville Live to unveil the highly anticipated Cardinals-inspired Louisville Centennial silhouette. The event transformed the Yum Center into a hub of excitement, with the iconic Three Stripes brand hosting a thrilling 1K buzzer-beater challenge. Emcees […] The post adidas Basketball Celebrates Louisville Live with Universit...
Cameron and Cayden Boozer, twin sons of former NBA All-Star Carlos Boozer, have committed to play college basketball at Duke University. The announcement, which was shared by NBA on ESPN, marks a significant moment for the Blue Devils as they secure two of the top-ranked players in the class of 2025. Cameron Boozer, ranked No. […] The post Boozer twins commit to Duke appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
(Bloomington, IN) – On Friday, October 18th, adidas Basketball kicked off the Indiana University 2024-25 college basketball season by joining Hoosier Hysteria at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. The annual event, which marks the start of the men’s and women’s basketball seasons, saw the Three Stripes brand elevate the excitement for Hoosier fans with the unveiling of the Indiana […] The post adidas Basketball Celebrates Hoosier Hysteria at Indiana University with the Unveiling of the Indiana Unive...
Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson worked extremely hard following his short stint at Duke University to show the world who he really is (just signed a five-year, $150 million extension). (via atlhawksfans): Lauren L. Williams: “If you could describe this moment to yourself 5 years ago about what it’s all going to entail, what would […] The post Jalen Johnson: “There was a point in time in college when the whole world was against me” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
AJ Dybantsa, the nation’s top high school basketball prospect, recently shared insights into his college recruitment process and revealed why his top choices might surprise traditionalists. During an interview on “Podcast P with Paul George” Presented by Wave Sports + Entertainment, Dybantsa explained that while most expect him to target basketball powerhouses, he is evaluating […] The post Top high school prospect AJ Dybantsa opens up about his college priorities appeared first on TalkBasket...
In a major development for college basketball, five-star recruit Meleek Thomas has announced his commitment to the University of Arkansas. The highly sought-after prospect, ranked in the top 10 of the 2025 high school class, made the decision public in a statement to ESPN, confirmed by NBA insider Shams Charania. Thomas, a standout player in […] The post Five-star recruit Meleek Thomas commits to Arkansas appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kiyan Anthony, the son of basketball legend Carmelo Anthony, has announced his commitment to Syracuse University. Kiyan, a senior at Long Island Lutheran High School in New York, revealed his decision alongside his parents, Carmelo and La La Anthony. During the announcement, he expressed gratitude for the recruiting efforts of both Syracuse and USC but […] The post Kiyan Anthony commits to Syracuse University, following father’s legacy appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
