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A pivotal moment in Phoenix Suns history nearly unfolded behind closed doors, according to former head coach Earl Watson. Speaking recently about his time in Phoenix, Watson revealed he personally stopped a trade that would have sent Devin Booker to the Chicago Bulls in exchange for Jimmy Butler. The proposed deal surfaced during Booker’s early […] The post Earl Watson reveals he blocked Devin Booker trade to Bulls appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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The Phoenix Suns host the Detroit Pistons at Footprint Center on Thursday, with both teams entering off wins and Devin Booker sitting out.

Tension in Orlando could signal the end of Paolo Banchero's time with the Magic, but could the Celtics potentially capitalize on this?

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James knows that at age 41, the end of his career is near. Even though he is still playing at a high level in his 23rd season, he’s not gonna play forever and because of that, he has taken a few extra moments to soak everything in throughout the course […]

Britta Curl-Salemme had two goals, rookie Kendall Cooper scored her first career goal, and the Minnesota Frost beat the Vancouver Goldeneyes 4-1 on Wednesday night in the final game before the PWHL's Olympic break. Kelly Pannek had a goal in her fourth consecutive game for Minnesota (7-2-3-3).

The Milwaukee Bucks may not have star Giannis Antetokounmpo for long, especially after this latest development.

Plus, the Pro Football Hall of Fame snubbed Eli Manning once again

With the NBA trade deadline one week away, Giannis Antetokounmpo has become the central figure in league-wide trade discussions. Milwaukee’s season has stalled, and league insiders report that both sides are now preparing for a potential separation. Speaking on Inside the NBA on Wednesday, ESPN senior NBA insider Shams Charania confirmed that Antetokounmpo has informed […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo trade buzz: Timberwolves, Warriors, Knicks, Heat lead race appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

It would be unfair to deem the New York Knicks’ pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo as “back on,” because of the implication that it had ever stopped. The Milwaukee Bucks are finally ready to listen to offers on their superstar. Nothing is certain through Wednesday regarding a destination or timetable, but one thing is clear with […] The post Why Knicks must throw caution to wind and push for Giannis Antetokounmpo trade right now appeared first on ClutchPoints .

LeBron James declined to rule out retirement following the Los Angeles Lakers' 129-99 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night. The 41-year-old acknowledged his final season could be underway but stopped short of making any definitive statement about his future. "I'm just trying to take everything in, not take the moments for granted," James said. "Because it could be [my last season]. I obviously haven't made a decision on the future, but it very well could be." James was moved to ...

The San Antonio Spurs and Houston Rockets each possess the combination of young talent and future draft picks where they could put together a trade offer to the Milwaukee Bucks for Giannis Antetokounmpo without completely sacrificing their ability to compete for a title this season. But neither team is expected to enter the bidding for Antetokounmpo now that he has come onto the market ahead of the February 5th NBA trade deadline. "I have been told the Rockets will not be bidders," said ESPN'...

Almost two-thirds of the regular season have passed, and the MVP race is heating up with some shifts in the Top 5 The post EuroLeague 2025–26 MVP Ladder by Eurohoops – Vol. 3 appeared first on Eurohoops .

Boston looked stuck in first gear in loss to Atlanta

The Spurs recovered from a slow start to dominate Rockets in the second half.

30 players who could be on the move at the 2026 NBA trade deadline.

FBI investigation links 26 to an alleged point-shaving and wire-fraud conspiracy.

the Knicks are at a crossroads in their season.

LeBron James can't be retiring this season.

Stephen Curry acknowledged the looming trade deadline and the uncertainty among the players on the Warriors' roster regarding the future.

Plenty of uncertainties across Fenerbahce Beko and Anadolu Efes en route to a collision in Round 25 of the 2025-26 EuroLeague Regular Season The post Fenerbahce lists four players as game-time decisions for EuroLeague clash with Efes appeared first on Eurohoops .

The four-time All-Star wasn't brought in to be a franchise savior, the Wizards say. He was brought in to cultivate the player they believe is their next one, former No. 2 pick Alex Sarr.

Can the Warriors make a deal for Giannis Antetokounmpo? The biggest questions one week out from the deadline.

Lakers guard Bronny James delivered highlight plays during a loss to Cleveland Wednesday. His coach and teammates praise James' focus amid scrutiny.

“Just a basketball play, it’s unfortunate.”

NBA legend LeBron James is brought to tears by a tribute video during the Los Angeles Lakers' defeat at his former team the Cleveland Cavaliers.