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Matt Barnes calls out Dillon Brooks' toughness

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Former NBA player Matt Barnes has criticized Dillon Brooks over his reputation as a tough player, arguing that the Phoenix Suns forward failed to back up his image during a confrontation with Golden State Warriors veteran Draymond Green. The post Matt Barnes calls out Dillon Brooks’ toughness appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Raptors Sign Kevin McCullar Jr. To Two-Way Contract

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The Raptors have signed former Knicks guard Kevin McCullar Jr. to a two-way contract, the team announced today (Twitter link via Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca). Toronto waived a pair of two-way players – Trey Jemison and Chucky Hepburn – near the end of the preseason. The team subsequently converted big man Nate Bittle from an […]

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Draymond Green explains why he fouled Khaman Maluach

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Draymond Green defended his physical approach against Khaman Maluach, saying the foul was necessary to maintain his authority as Golden State’s defensive anchor. The post Draymond Green explains why he fouled Khaman Maluach appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Vernon Maxwell blasts Draymond Green’s production

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Former NBA player Vernon "Mad Max" Maxwell has criticized Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green over his statistical production, arguing that the team should expect more from a player earning $27.7 million. The post Vernon Maxwell blasts Draymond Green’s production appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Ty Jerome dismisses NBA rankings and criticism

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NBA guard Ty Jerome has made it clear that he pays little attention to player rankings or public opinions about his performances, explaining that outside evaluations can change quickly. The post Ty Jerome dismisses NBA rankings and criticism appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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76ers lead NBA at 8-1 despite toughest opening schedule

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The Philadelphia 76ers lead the NBA with an 8-1 record despite having the league's toughest opening schedule, according to NBAStatGuy on X. “According to the official NBA schedule analysis, the 76ers actually possess the single toughest opening 10-game stretch in the entire league, meaning their density of elite opponents is frontloaded more heavily than anyone else's,” NBAStatGuy wrote on Thursday, November 5. The post 76ers lead NBA at 8-1 despite toughest opening schedule appeared first on...

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Ty Jerome details what Steph Curry taught him

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NBA guard Ty Jerome has credited Stephen Curry's dedication to strength training for helping him understand what he needed to improve to take the next step in his career. The post Ty Jerome details what Steph Curry taught him appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Nikola Jokic In-Season Trade Unlikely, Rival Execs Eyeing 2027 Offseason

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Rival NBA executives are watching Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets closely. League insiders consider an in-season trade of the multi-time NBA MVP highly unlikely, but the 2027 offseason is viewed as a different matter. Denver has struggled to sustain success since winning the 2023 championship. The Nuggets have not returned to the Western Conference finals and have fired both the general manager and head coach who guided that title run. One team executive pointed to Denver's financial limi...

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Southwest Notes: Smart, Wemby, Vassell, Mavs, Fodor

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After immediately bonding in Boston during the 2021/22 season, veteran point guard Marcus Smart and Rockets head coach Ime Udoka welcomed the opportunity to reunite in Houston this offseason, writes William Guillory of The Athletic. As Guillory details, Udoka highly values the sort of physicality and tenacity that Smart plays with, and Houston was seeking […]

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The Pistons go from owning to getting owned in the paint

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DETROIT, MICHIGAN - NOVEMBER 04: Jalen Duren #0 of the Detroit Pistons looks on from the bench during a game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Little Caesars Arena on November 04, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. 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 Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) | Getty Images During a tumultuous playoff run and a prolonge...

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Grading the Mavericks: Zaccharie Risacher reimagined role has been a key piece of Dallas’ success

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The Mavericks went 3-2 over the last week-and-a-half, and sit at 4-4 overall. They won three in a row against Miami (113-109), Oklahoma City (120-96), and Houston (116-111). They have lost their last two against Sacramento (115-100) and San Antonio (112-111). Cooper Flagg led the team in scoring with 24.8 points per game.  Grade: A- Despite the sour taste that Cooper Flagg’s last two games have left in everyone’s mouths, the Mavericks deserve a good grade. They beat two great teams in th...

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Milwaukee Bucks NBA 2K27 simulation: Part 2

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CHICAGO, IL - MAY 10: Mallory Edens of the Milwaukee Bucks smiles during the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery on May 10, 2026 at Navy Pier in Chicago, Illinois. 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 Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images There were some wild outcomes in ou...

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NBA Players 30 And Older Fall Below 20 Percent Of Minutes For First Time

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Players 30 and older accounted for just 19.8% of NBA minutes last season. It marked the first time in modern history that the veteran share dropped below 20%, according to an analysis by The Ringer. The balance has flipped since the late 1990s. From 1995-96 through 2001-02, players 30 and older logged more minutes than every player under 25 combined each season. Now, players under 25 play twice as many minutes as veterans. Roster makeup reflects the same trend. Players 30 and older made up 17...

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JJ Redick is pleased with the strides the Lakers are making defensively

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The Los Angeles Lakers did not have a stellar offensive performance in their victory over the Sacramento Kings as their 116 points scored were their second-fewest of the season. But they were still able to come away with a 13-point victory on the road due in large part to their efforts on the defensive end. […]

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