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Clippers add Hunter Sallis to training camp - TalkBasket.net

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The Los Angeles Clippers have signed guard Hunter Sallis to a training camp deal, according to HoopsHype. Sallis joins the Clippers after spending his rookie season between the Philadelphia 76ers and the G League in 2025-26. The 23-year-old appeared in seven NBA games for Philadelphia, averaging 1.0 point and 0.6 assists in 3.7 minutes per […] The post Clippers add Hunter Sallis to training camp appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Hornets Waive Ryan Nembhard; Sign Jarkel Joiner To Training Contract

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The Charlotte Hornets have waived guard Ryan Nembhard. The Hornets also signed guard Jarkel Joiner to a training camp contract. Charlotte will take on $2.1 million in dead money for Nembhard for this season, unless the point guard is claimed off waivers. The Hornets acquired Nembhard from the Atlanta Hawks in a deal that sent Buddy Hield to Charlotte. Several teams, including the Denver Nuggets, have interest in Nembhard if he clears waivers, according to NBA insider Marc Stein. This is Joine...

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Kenny Atkinson's comments on Cavs' starters actually make sense

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Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson says the starting lineup isn’t set. So why do we know more about the Cavaliers than the coach? That’s a joke … sort of. The Cavs already had Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, James Harden and Jarrett Allen. All started for a team that reached the Eastern Conference finals last season. They […] The post Kenny Atkinson’s comments on Cavs’ starters actually make sense appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Draymond Green: Teams will remember Michael Porter’s All-Star motivation - TalkBasket.net

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Updated Sep 27, 4:42 PM ET

Draymond Green believes Michael Porter Jr.’s admission that he lost motivation after being snubbed for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game could affect how teams view him when he eventually enters contract negotiations. Speaking on The Draymond Green Show, the Golden State Warriors forward discussed Porter’s comments about his motivation during the 2025-26 season and the […] The post Draymond Green: Teams will remember Michael Porter’s All-Star motivation appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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NBA Notes: Mavericks, Naji Marshall, Nets, D'Angelo Russell, Darryn Peterson, Jazz

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Mavericks There’s plenty of talk about Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg heading into the season, and rightfully so. They’re the Mavericks’ anchors. But Naji Marshall sounds as if he believes he can be an X-factor — particularly from the perimeter. “Nothing but net threes. That’s it, gonna make me unstoppable,” Marshall told reporters at media […] The post NBA Notes: Mavericks, Naji Marshall, Nets, D’Angelo Russell, Darryn Peterson, Jazz appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Draymond Green drops ‘corniest thing ever’ reaction to Bucks’ TJ Ford-Tyler Herro photoshoot

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Updated Sep 27, 11:10 PM ET

Draymond Green did not care for Milwaukee’s media day tribute. Speaking on The Draymond Green Show, the Warriors forward gave his verdict on Tyler Herro recreating TJ Ford’s 2003 rookie photoshoot alongside Ford himself, now a Bucks assistant coach. “I thought this was the corniest thing ever,” Green said in his podcast. “I’m just going […] The post Draymond Green drops ‘corniest thing ever’ reaction to Bucks’ TJ Ford-Tyler Herro photoshoot appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lou Williams recalls how his NBA draft could’ve gone better - TalkBasket.net

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Lou Williams is somehow regretting his work ethic before the draft. The former Sixth Man of the Year recalled his journey entering the league in no shape as he was picked in the second round. “I was just going on being naive to think, hey, look, if these guys can do it and I’m in […] The post Lou Williams recalls how his NBA draft could’ve gone better appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Minor Roster Moves: Knicks, Grizzlies, Hornets, Clippers

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Center N’Faly Dante has signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Knicks, the team announced (via Twitter). Dante spent part of last season with Atlanta before suffering a torn ACL in his right knee during a December G League game and being waived in February. He appeared in four games with the Hawks last season […]

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Zaccharie Risacher admits surprise over Hawks trade - TalkBasket.net

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Zaccharie Risacher admitted he was surprised by the Atlanta Hawks trading him to the Dallas Mavericks after his first NBA season, despite being told he had exceeded expectations. The 2024 No. 1 overall pick discussed the move, explaining that he never received a clear indication that his future in Atlanta was uncertain. “I feel like […] The post Zaccharie Risacher admits surprise over Hawks trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Mavericks Notes: Irving, Flagg, Lively, May

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Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving entered training camp with no restrictions from the ACL tear in his left knee that forced him to miss all of last season, according to an Associated Press story. Irving began Friday’s media day interview by calling the injury “probably the best thing that happened to me” because it provided time […]

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NBA scout has serious concerns about Ja Morant - TalkBasket.net

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Updated Sep 27, 12:01 PM ET

An anonymous NBA scout has raised concerns about Ja Morant’s physical condition, shooting and defensive fit alongside Damian Lillard as the Portland Trail Blazers prepare for the 2026-27 season. Sports Illustrated reported the scout’s assessment with the guard’s health and conditioning among the biggest issues highlighted. “He’s got a bad knee, doesn’t really work on […] The post NBA scout has serious concerns about Ja Morant appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Draymond Green Impressed By Yaxel Lendeborg's Ability To Back Up 'S**t Talking' - 'He Can Shoot The Piss Outta The Basketball'

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Updated Sep 27, 2:36 PM ET

The Golden State Warriors added talent to their team during the offseason that they believe will help them compete and get back into the playoffs after missing last season. In the draft, they selected Yaxel Lendeborg with their first-round pick, and ever since he stepped into the building, it’s been nothing but good things said […] The post Warriors’ Draymond Green impressed by Yaxel Lendeborg’s ability to back up ‘s**t talking’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Grizzlies Make Several Roster Moves; Bulls Add Sutton

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Former lottery pick Kira Lewis Jr. is the latest roster addition for the Grizzlies, who have made several changes to their 21st spot on Saturday (All Twitter links). Brendan Hausen, who was signed on Friday after D’Angelo Russell was waived, was cut on Saturday morning to make room for former Warriors guard Yuri Collins. Collins […]

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Deuce McBride 'Disappointed' with Knicks Contract Talks, 'I'd Love to Get Something Done'

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New York Knicks guard Miles "Deuce" McBride is entering the final season of a three-year, $13 million contract that pays him just under $4 million in 2026-27. He's scheduled to be an unrestricted free agent next offseason unless he and the Knicks can agree to terms on a new deal.

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Rob Pelinka shared some high praise for Luka Doncic

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General manager Rob Pelinka and the Los Angeles Lakers moved in silence to land superstar Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks back in February of 2025. They made the deal — as any team would — but then were left with a team that was not equipped to best support Doncic in a championship effort. […]

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