Basketball News · LatestYesterday, Nov 9, 2026

Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg has recently started eating an in-game peanut butter and jelly sandwich.

Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May praised Cooper Flagg’s court vision and decision-making after the reigning Rookie of the Year recorded 25 points and a career-high 12 assists in Sunday’s 130-93 win over the Brooklyn Nets. The post Cooper Flagg’s playmaking has Dusty May impressed appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Michael Jordan made millions from The Last Dance. Scottie Pippen says he and the rest of the Bulls got nothing. And as Pippen sees it, that pretty much sums up how things worked in Chicago during the dynasty years. Jordan reportedly received $10 million for his involvement in the 2020 ESPN documentary, which chronicled the […] The post Scottie Pippen ripped Michael Jordan over $10 million payday from ‘The Last Dance’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Walker Kessler recorded 12 points and 16 rebounds in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 121-116 win over Detroit on Sunday, while explaining how he is growing into a bigger playmaking role. The post Walker Kessler: ‘Time, reps’ behind Lakers’ progress appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Detroit Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff pointed to seven first-quarter turnovers and Los Angeles’ defensive pressure after his team fell 26 points behind in Sunday's 121-116 loss to the Lakers. The post J.B. Bickerstaff calls out Pistons’ first-quarter problem appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Assigning Grades for the Mavericks’ 130-93 win over the Brooklyn Nets

The Denver Nuggets played in Mexico two nights ago. They beat the Indiana Pacers 114-102. With the extra level of travel, Denver has listed their entire rotation as a game-time decision. More than likely, some of them will have to play. However, if they do sit everyone, the Houston Rockets will owe them a huge […]

JJ Redick said the Los Angeles Lakers still have “a lot of room to grow” defensively after holding off Detroit 121-116 on Sunday, despite allowing the Pistons to erase most of a 26-point deficit. The post JJ Redick says Lakers still have ‘a lot of room to grow’ appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Walker Kessler explained what he sees about Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic when they have 40-point games following the Los Angeles Lakers’ win over the Detroit Pistons on Sunday night. Kessler is going through his first year with the Lakers following a stint with the Utah Jazz. He shines as one of the best centers […] The post Lakers’ Walker Kessler weighs in on Austin Reaves vs. Luka Doncic 40-balls appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Amid growing trade speculation, Kristaps Porzingis has decided to step away from basketball to focus on his health. Meanwhile, his decision has drawn an honest reaction from Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla, who previously coached the veteran center during his time in Boston. When asked about Porzingis’ decision and whether he had been in […] The post Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla offers perspective on Kristaps Porzingis’ basketball decision appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Nick Nurse praised Jabari Walker’s work on the offensive glass after the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Chicago Bulls 127-121 on Sunday, November 8. The post Nick Nurse praises Jabari Walker’s offensive rebounding appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Joe Mazzulla explained why he continues to trust the Boston Celtics' players through difficult stretches, revealing the habits that would actually make him worry about someone. The post Joe Mazzulla: ‘I don’t lose an ounce of sleep’ appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Usually Julius Randle feasts on home cooking. But Sunday the Dallas native’s return to Big D couldn’t have gone much worse.

The Los Angeles Clippers snapped a seven-game losing streak with a 139-123 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday, setting season highs in points and field-goal percentage. The post Clippers end seven-game skid with 139-point rout appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Giannis Antetokounmpo recorded 29 points and 14 rebounds as the Miami Heat held off the Sacramento Kings 114-108 on Sunday, despite a 32-point performance from rookie Darius Acuff Jr. Antetokounmpo shot 14-for-23 from the field and added three assists, two blocks and two steals. The post Giannis leads Heat past Kings despite Acuff’s 32 points appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 13: Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers controls the ball against Dyson Daniels #5 of the Atlanta Hawks in the second half at Crypto.com Arena on January 13, 2026 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. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Lakers (9-2) will...

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - NOVEMBER 8: Jaden McDaniels #3 of the Minnesota Timberwolves drives to the basket during the game against the Utah Jazz on November 8, 2026 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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 David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via...

The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Utah Jazz 115-100 on Sunday, extending their winning streak to four games and sending Utah to an eighth consecutive defeat. The post Timberwolves send Jazz to eighth straight loss appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Jeremy Sochan, fresh off winning an NBA championship with the New York Knicks, wasn’t able to latch on to an NBA team for the opening night of the 2026-27 season. Sochan signed with the Portland Trail Blazers in the offseason, but the Blazers cut him prior to the start of the campaign. As a result, […] The post Jeremy Sochan grabs attention with big numbers in G League appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Grading every Lakers player’s performance from the team’s 121-116 win over the Pistons.

Much like during his strong playoff run, KAT has been active off the ball, committed and clearly in shape after cutting weight in the summer.

The Nets did not present much of a challenge in Dallas tonight

DENVER, CO - MARCH 11: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets handles the ball while defended by Alperen Sengun #28 of the Houston Rockets during the game on March 11, 2026 at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. 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 Bart Young/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE ...

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - NOVEMBER 08: Head coach Will Hardy of the Utah Jazz reacts in the third quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center on November 08, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Jazz 115-110. 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 David Berding/Getty Images) | Getty Images Well…...

Free agent guard Kevin Porter Jr. is drawing interest from several teams. Before Porter was waived by the Milwaukee Bucks, the Denver Nuggets and Sacramento Kings both showed interest in trading for the veteran combo guard. Now, the Portland Trail Blazers and Miami Heat are showing interest in Porter, in addition to the Nuggets and Kings retaining their interest. Portland has lost guards Ja Morant and Vit Krejci to injuries in the first two weeks of the season. That's on top of Shaedon Sharpe...

The Washington Wizards face off against the Detroit Pistons tomorrow. Let’s get to it. Game info When: Monday, Nov. 9, 7 p.m. ET Where: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit How to watch: Monumental Sports Network How to listen: The Team 980 AM, 106.7-2 FM Injury Report Wizards: Reece Beekman, Tristan Vukcevic, Justin Champagnie and Jamir Watkins […]

Second-year Golden State Warriors guard Will Richard, who has been providing key minutes as both a starter and a reserve, has a torn ligament in his left thumb that will sideline him for an undetermined stretch.

Kevin Porter Jr. has yet to find his new team after being waived by the Milwaukee Bucks in October, but that could change soon.

A Kobe Bryant jersey from the Los Angeles Lakers' run to the 2003-04 NBA Finals sold for $1.8 million at an auction from The Realest on Sunday.