Basketball News · LatestSunday, Feb 22, 2026

Two-time NBA champion Kenny Smith is encouraging Chris Paul to transition into coaching following his retirement from the NBA, citing the point guard’s leadership and basketball IQ. “Chris Paul is one of the greatest point guards to ever play,” Smith told TMZ Sports during All-Star Weekend, noting that Paul has the experience and knowledge to […] The post Kenny Smith urges Chris Paul to step into coaching appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

With stricter spending restrictions in the new CBA and limited draft resources, the Celtics have nailed talent recognition and player development.

Already without star guard Devin Booker for at least a week, the Phoenix Suns won't have forward Dillon Brooks due to a broken hand, ESPN reports.

The Boston Celtics are still competitive, but their chances of winning the championship rest solely on Jayson Tatum.

Karl-Anthony Towns' message to his teammates entering the fourth quarter with the Knicks down 16 to the Houston Rockets was simple: Get stops.

Another fun stat: Over their last 20 games, the Sixers are the fifth-worst team in the NBA by defensive rating (118.57); they are joined by the Wizards (119.0), Nets (119.3), Jazz (121.8) and Kings (122.2). [contains quote post or other embedded content]

Сегодня в рамках регулярного чемпионата НБА проходят шесть матчей. The post Результаты и турнирная таблица НБА. Вембаньяма приводит Сан-Антонио к еще одной победе appeared first on Eurohoops .

Η Ευρωλίγκα κάνει μία ειδική, εγκωμιαστική αναφορά στο "mid range" σουτ του Τζέριαν Γκραντ. The post Η Ευρωλίγκα για τα mid range σουτ του Γκραντ: “Μία χαμένη τέχνη που την κρατάει ζωντανή appeared first on Eurohoops .

The Los Angeles Lakers have the talent to win it all this season but must first solve this big roster question.

It's the nightcap of a Monday doubleheader on Peacock.

Darius Garland aims to elevate Clippers brand and challenge Lakers’ historic dominance in Los Angeles.

This is some of the best footage of the early ‘60’s Celtics we’ve ever seen.

Ο Παναγιώτης Λέφας του Άρη θα μετακομίσει το καλοκαίρι του 2026 στις ΗΠΑ, όπου θα παίξει στο NCAA για το Αϊόνα. The post Άρης: Ο Παναγιώτης Λέφας στο Αϊόνα από το καλοκαίρι του 2026 appeared first on Eurohoops .

Former NBA guard Ron Harper praised Kobe Bryant as “about as close to Michael Jordan as you’re ever going to have,” highlighting the Hall of Famer’s work ethic and competitive drive. Harper made the comments during a conversation with Tracy McGrady and Vince Carter, recalling his early years in Los Angeles. Harper said he first […] The post Ron Harper says Kobe Bryant came closest to Michael Jordan appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

While both teams are dealing with injuries, the Clippers and Suns' schedules make their Week 18 streaming options hard to trust.

Grading the Detroit Pistons' draft picks in the first-round from the last ten years, to see who became great, good, or even a bust.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert will miss one game without pay after reaching seven Flagrant Foul points in the 2025-26 season, the NBA announced Saturday. Gobert received a Flagrant Foul 1 with 29.8 seconds left in the second quarter of Minnesota’s 122-111 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Friday. He entered that game with six […] The post Rudy Gobert suspended one game appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Ο Νεοκλής Αβδάλας πραγματοποίησε σπουδαία εμφάνιση στη νίκη του Βιρτζίνια Τεκ κατά του Ουέκ Φόρεστ με 82-63. The post Αβδάλας: Διέπρεψε στη νίκη του Βιρτζίνια Τεκ ως πρώτος σκόρερ & πασέρ appeared first on Eurohoops .

Letting Dorian Finney-Smith walk may have saved Lakers long-term money and roster flexibility.

It’s been a rough season for the Sacramento Kings, even by their standards. With Saturday’s 139-122 loss to the San Antonio Spurs, the Kings have gone winless in their last 16 games, spanning over a month. And Charles Barkley, ever to speak his mind, certainly wasn’t going to hold back when criticizing Sacramento for its […] The post Charles Barkley clowns Kings’ losing streak with Harlem Globetrotter jab appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Orlando Magic travel to face the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday, February 22, at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, CA, carrying multiple injury concerns. According to the official NBA injury report, Orlando will be without Colin Castleton and Alex Morales, both two-way players assigned to the G League. Franz Wagner is sidelined with a […] The post Magic visit Clippers on Sunday: injury report appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Eurohoops Çeviri, NBA'in gizli cevherlerini arıyor. The post NBA: Her Takımın Gizli Cevheri appeared first on Eurohoops .

The Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers face each other Sunday at Crypto.com Arena with multiple roster concerns. Tip-off is set for 6:30 PM ET. Boston will be without Jayson Tatum, who remains sidelined due to a right Achilles repair. Max Shulga is also out, while Amari Williams is listed as doubtful, both on G […] The post Celtics vs Lakers injury report: who plays on Sunday appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Los Angeles Lakers were dominated by the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1, exposing a big potential issue between LeBron James and JJ Redick.

The Dallas Mavericks and Indiana Pacers will enter Sunday’s clash at Gainbridge Fieldhouse dealing with significant injury concerns. Both teams have multiple players listed as out or questionable. For the tanking Mavericks, Kyrie Irving (left knee; surgery) and Cooper Flagg (left midfoot; sprain) are out. Dereck Lively II (right foot; surgery) is also sidelined, while […] The post Mavericks and Pacers face key injuries ahead of February 22 matchup appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Bleacher Report, Philadelphia 76ers’ta sezonun radar altındaki oyuncusu olarak milli pivot Adem Bona’yı gösterdi. The post Bleacher Report Seçti: Sixers’ın Gizli Cevheri Adem Bona appeared first on Eurohoops .

The Denver Nuggets will be without Tamar Bates, Aaron Gordon, Jalen Pickett, and Peyton Watson when they face the Golden State Warriors on Sunday at Chase Center. Jamal Murray is listed as questionable with a right hamstring tightness. Denver has won five of its last ten games, including a 157-103 rout of the Portland Trail […] The post Nuggets vs Warriors injury report: key absences could reshape Sunday clash appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Toronto Raptors will face the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday, February 22, at Fiserv Forum with several key players unavailable. Toronto is missing Scottie Barnes due to personal reasons, while Chucky Hepburn, A.J. Lawson, Alijah Martin, and Jonathan Mogbo are all out on G League assignments. Milwaukee will be without Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is sidelined […] The post Raptors vs Bucks injury report: Giannis out for Sunday clash appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Panathinaikos formasıyla ilk kupasını kazanan Nikos Rogkavopoulos, takımın savunma sertliğine ve Hayes-Davis’in etkisine dikkat çekti. The post Nikos Rogkavopoulos: “Cedi Osman Mükemmel Bir Oyuncu” appeared first on Eurohoops .