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The Lakers have one guaranteed player too many. Perhaps Jalen Smith can help them solve two problems at once. Los Angeles has 16 players on guaranteed standard contracts and must get down to 15 before opening night. Bulls big man Smith has been mentioned as the type of player who could make sense in a […] The post Lakers looking at Jalen Smith as answer to possible roster problem? appeared first on Hoops Wire.

EL SEGUNDO, CA - SEPTEMBER 28: Quentin Grimes #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers poses for a portrait during NBA Media Day on September 28, 2026 at UCLA Health Training Center in El Segundo, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Gett...

PORTLAND, OREGON - APRIL 26: A general view of the Portland Trail Blazers half court logo prior to Game Four of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs between the Portland Trail Blazers and the San Antonio Spurs at Moda Center on April 26, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images) | ...

After missing a golden opportunity to make the East Finals last season, the road back for Detroit gets ever longer

Dalton Knecht's career with the Los Angeles Lakers could potentially be over just two years after the franchise selected him in the first round of the 2024 draft.

Miami Heat star center Bam Adebayo isn't backing down from critics of his historic 83-point performance in a win over the Washington Wizards last season.

The Miami Heat made the play-in tournament in each of the last four seasons, but Bam Adebayo is pushing back against the notion they will be back in 2026-27.

The Nuggets changed much of their bench during the offseason. It doesn’t look like it’ll take them long to figure out what the new one looks like. During a starters-vs.-reserves scrimmage at training camp, Denver’s second unit featured DeMar DeRozan, Julian Strawther, Alpha Diallo, Spencer Jones and Marvin Bagley III, as Logan Struck of Sports […] The post Nuggets seemingly have already figured out bench bunch appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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After being traded from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers, star guard Jaylen Brown didn't take long to adopt the new company line.

The Denver Nuggets have placed a strong emphasis on conditioning and defensive execution during their opening training camp sessions ahead of the 2026–27 NBA season. Working out at the University of Colorado Boulder’s facilities, Denver has been attempting to eliminate early mistakes while helping its returning players and offseason additions regain competitive fitness. The opening […] The post Nuggets increase defensive intensity ahead of preseason opener appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

New York Knicks star Josh Hart expanded Thursday on his statement that he has no other option than to play with a wrapped ring finger on his right hand until he retires from the NBA.

The Lakers’ new director of pro scouting spent three years with the Blazers after an overseas playing career.

The NBA has closed its only elite training academy in Africa, ending an eight-year run for a program that helped develop multiple players who eventually reached the league. NBA Academy Africa in Senegal has shut down as the league consolidates its elite international development efforts into a new global academy in Abu Dhabi, according to […] The post NBA closes its only elite training academy in Africa appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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The Denver Nuggets have opened training camp ahead of the 2026–27 NBA season, with Nikola Jokic expressing confidence in the team’s revamped roster. Denver has retained its established starting lineup while introducing several new players, including veteran DeMar DeRozan, as the organization prepares for another campaign. Following Tuesday’s practice, Jokic shared his initial impressions of […] The post Nikola Jokic reacts to Nuggets’ offseason additions appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic believes the team’s returning starting lineup has quickly rediscovered its chemistry during the opening days of training camp. Despite several offseason additions to the roster, Denver has maintained continuity among its starters heading into the 2026–27 NBA campaign. When asked Tuesday how the primary unit looked while operating together after […] The post Nikola Jokic discusses Nuggets’ starting lineup chemistry appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Veteran forward DeMar DeRozan is among the new Denver Nuggets players facing the challenge of adapting to Colorado’s altitude during the opening stages of training camp. The Nuggets have begun preparations for the 2026–27 NBA regular season at the University of Colorado Boulder’s facilities, where conditioning and physical intensity have been major priorities. Head coach […] The post DeMar DeRozan works on conditioning at Nuggets camp appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Sixers coach Nick Nurse envisions LeBron James setting the table for the offense this season. "I consider him a great offense creator," Nurse said.

El Segundo, CA, - September 28, 2026: Los Angeles Lakers center Walker Kessler participates in the team's media day at the UCLA Health Training Center on Monday, Sept. 28, 2026 in El Segundo, CA. (Eric Thayer / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) Whether it’s been head coach JJ Redick or superstar point guard Luka Dončić, excitement surrounding Walker Kessler’s arrival with the revamped Los Angeles Lakers is palpable. Kessler himself relayed that excitement during Monday’s media day, expressi...

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr expects Gui Santos to remain an important part of the team’s rotation after the Brazilian forward enjoyed the most productive campaign of his NBA career. Selected with the 55th overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, Santos initially developed with Golden State’s G League affiliate in Santa Cruz […] The post Steve Kerr outlines expectations for Gui Santos after breakout Warriors season appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg has made an early impression during training camp, with head coach Steve Kerr and veteran guard De’Anthony Melton highlighting his versatility and physical attributes. The 6-foot-9, 241-pound forward, whose wingspan exceeds 7-foot-3, has already demonstrated an ability to contribute at multiple positions during Golden State’s controlled 5-on-5 sessions. Melton […] The post Yaxel Lendeborg draws praise from Steve Kerr, De’Anthony Melton appeared fir...

Golden State Warriors guard De’Anthony Melton is not particularly concerned about whether he begins the upcoming NBA season in the starting lineup or comes off the bench. Entering his ninth NBA campaign and third with Golden State, Melton emphasized that team success takes priority over his individual role. The Warriors are currently evaluating several lineup […] The post De’Anthony Melton unconcerned about starting role with Warriors appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The NBA spent years trying to discourage tanking. This season, it may finally find out whether it succeeded. With the league’s new “3-2-1” draft lottery system taking effect in 2026-27, executives believe the changes could produce a significantly more competitive regular season, according to Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic. Under the new format, the NBA’s […] The post NBA execs think lottery change could make league more competitive than ever appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Detroit Pistons president of basketball operations Trajan Langdon remains confident that Jalen Duren will represent the franchise during the upcoming NBA season, regardless of how his ongoing contract negotiations conclude. Speaking at Monday’s media day, Langdon indicated that the organization expects the center to return, with the primary uncertainty surrounding which contractual option he ultimately […] The post Pistons president confident Jalen Duren will remain in Detroit appeared first ...

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The Sacramento Kings and Milwaukee Bucks are among the NBA organizations expressing serious interest in Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren as his contract situation remains unresolved. Despite inquiries from rival franchises, Detroit has continued to reject potential sign-and-trade discussions involving the young big man. Sacramento has been identified as one of Duren’s interested suitors, although […] The post Kings and Bucks show interest in Jalen Duren appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

BOSTON — The LA Clippers are entering a transitional period for the franchise. After trading away superstar Kawhi Leonard, the longest tenured player in Ivica Zubac, and James Harden, the Clippers are looking to Darius Garland to usher them into the future. Before he kicked off training camp for the first time with his new […] The post Exclusive: Darius Garland determined to lead Clippers, talks New Balance, Russell Westbrook appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The contract stalemate between the Detroit Pistons and Jalen Duren took another turn Wednesday when President of Basketball Operations Trajan Langdon appeared to reference his previous experience dealing with Zion Williamson while discussing Duren’s situation. With training camp underway ahead of the 2026-27 season, Langdon addressed how he is handling the ongoing negotiations. The former […] The post Pistons fans can’t believe Trajan Langdon actually hinted at Jalen Duren-Zion Williamson com...