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Paul George said winning an NBA championship is his only priority in his 17th season after the Boston Celtics beat the Orlando Magic 108-97 on Sunday, November 1. The post Paul George makes championship goal clear: “It’s all I care about” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Channing Frye isn’t questioning Luka Doncic’s talent. He’s questioning how much one player can do before a championship requires something different. Speaking on the Road Trippin’ podcast, the former NBA champion pushed back on the suggestion that he dislikes the Lakers star. But he didn’t back away from his concerns about Doncic’s approach. “No, I […] The post Channing Frye sees James Harden in Luka Doncic, questions championship formula appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The San Antonio Spurs have won four straight games after a disappointing start to the season. One of those wins recently came in overtime against the Utah Jazz. Now, just a half a week later, the Spurs will rematch the young Jazz at home, looking to extend their winning streak to five games. The last game against the Jazz was a back-and-forth affair, with the Spurs starting slow and finishing strong in overtime. Utah got some stellar performances from their young guards, while San Antonio nee...

Scottie goes for 29 as Luka hits 41 in a Lakers win without Kawhi Leonard or Jakob Poeltl

Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic praised his team’s fight after a late comeback attempt fell short in a 131-125 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday, November 1. The post Darko Rajakovic praises Raptors’ fight after Lakers comeback appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

CLEVELAND — Six games into the season, the Cavaliers have looked pretty good at times. Other times, not so much. That’s not necessarily unusual for early November. But the Cavs have some fairly large goals this season, and they’re still figuring out the best way to go about reaching them. Next up are the Thunder, […] The post Cavs still looking for consistency as Thunder come to town appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick praised Luka Doncic’s defensive commitment and offensive influence after the Slovenian star recorded 45 points, 15 rebounds, six assists and five steals in Sunday’s 131-125 win over the Toronto Raptors. The post JJ Redick highlights Luka Doncic’s defensive transformation appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

JuJu's Back! The post JuJu Watkins: Possibly the W’s Draft Pick of the Decade? appeared first on Ballislife.com.

Tonight, the Houston Rockets get their first schedule advantage game of the season. The Boston Celtics played yesterday, but it was a matinee so they probably arrived in Houston before it got late. This is a matchup of a 6-1 team against a 5-1 team. Both teams came into the season with…lower expectations than what […]

Nothing like a good ole’ “get right” game against the defending Western Conference champs, right…? Right??

LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 1: Austin Reaves #15, and Walker Kessler #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers high five during the game against the Toronto Raptors on November 1, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, 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 ...

Lakers The Lakers got another big night from Luka Doncic. Getting their starters an early seat on the bench proved more difficult. Doncic finished with 45 points, 15 rebounds, six assists and five steals in Sunday’s 131-125 win over the Raptors, hitting eight of his 12 attempts from deep. But as Ryan Ward of Lakers […] The post NBA Notes: Lakers, Luka Doncic, Bulls, Nic Claxton, Nets appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Lakers coach JJ Redick is tired of fouls not being called.

Dallas will look to extend the first winning streak of the 2026-27 season when struggling Sacramento comes to town.

The Los Angeles Lakers had to do it the hard way against the stubborn Toronto Raptors as they survived a rally to earn their 5th win of the season.

SPARTANBURG, SC - FEBRUARY 10: The Citadel Bulldogs guard Keynan Davis (22) during a college basketball game between The Citadel Bulldogs and the Wofford Terriers on February 10, 2024 at Jerry Richardson Indoor Stadium in Spartanburg, S.C. (Photo by John Byrum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The final portion of the 2026-27 Mid-Major Madness preview series for SoCon basketball takes a look at three unique situations, with newcomer Tennessee Tech introducin...

Los Angeles Lakers center Walker Kessler praised Luka Doncic’s defensive impact after the guard recorded 45 points, 15 rebounds, six assists and five steals in Sunday’s 131-125 victory over the Toronto Raptors. The post Walker Kessler: “Luka doesn’t get enough credit for his defense” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Indiana Fever forward Monique Billings had a message for former Golden State Valkyries teammate Kaila Charles following the Valks' WNBA championship.

The Indiana Fever’s season ended on October 1 against the Las Vegas Aces after A’ja Wilson’s side pulled away late for a 94-83 win in Game 3 and took the first-round series 2-1. The loss ended a career year for Kelsey Mitchell, who set the league’s single-season records for total points and 3-pointers.

The Nets got their first win but won’t have long to savor it.

Luka Doncic scored 45 points Sunday in the Lakers' 131-125 win over the Raptors, but it was his defensive impact that drew the most praise.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - FEBRUARY 04: Payton Pritchard #11 of the Boston Celtics drives to the basket against Tari Eason #17 of the Houston Rockets in the first half at Toyota Center on February 04, 2026 in Houston, Texas. 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 Tim Warner/Getty Images) | Getty Images Tonight, the Houston Rockets get their fir...

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - OCTOBER 28: Darryn Peterson #22 of the Utah Jazz drives to the basket during the game against the San Antonio Spurs on October 28, 2026 at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Melissa Majchrzak/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via...

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 20: Mohamed Diawara #51 of the New York Knicks dribbles the ball against Nolan Traore #88 of the Brooklyn Nets during the second quarter at Barclays Center on March 20, 2026 in New York City. 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 Pamela Smith/Getty Images) | Getty Images Tonight, the World Champion* Knicks ...

Victor Wembanyama will never have a 3-point shot like Stephen Curry, but opponents have to plan to defend him in the exact same way. submitted by /u/Putrid-Carpenter5204 [link] [comments]

The Lakers continue to get brilliant showing from their superstar guard.

Yaxel Lendeborg hit six 3s and scored 37 points -- the most by a Warriors rookie since Stephen Curry in 2010 -- as Golden State beat the Clippers on Sunday night while resting Curry and Draymond Green.

Jayson Tatum told Chris Mannix in 2024 that he regretted not being more publicly vocal in support of Jaylen Brown during trade discussions involving the Boston Celtics. The post Jayson Tatum regrets not publicly backing Jaylen Brown appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Thunder declined to pick up Nikola Topic's option for next season, making the Serbian point guard a free agent next summer.