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For the Wizards, it’s not as early as we think.

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Okay, now I’m worried. The Wizards went to Indiana and got thumped by a Tyrese Haliburton-less Pacers team. It’s Washington’s fifth straight loss — and four of the five have been by 10 points or more. If you want to stick to the “it’s early” and “they’re finding their way and they’ll improve as the season goes on” talking points, you’ll probably want to skip a few paragraphs. Because I did some looking up and some numbers crunching, and…well…it’s not as early as you think. I mean, I was getti...

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Has Kingston Flemings already arrived?

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ATLANTA, GA - NOVEMBER 9: Kingston Flemings #4 of the Atlanta Hawks drives to the basket during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers on November 9, 2026 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 Hagy/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Im...

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Rockets snag 115-108 win over shorthanded Warriors

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HOUSTON, TX - NOVEMBER 11: Alperen Sengun #28 and Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets high five during the game against the Golden State Warriors on November 11, 2026 at the Toyota Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images) | NB...

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NBA expansion: Las Vegas bids reach $10 billion

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The NBA is moving closer to selecting an ownership group for a Las Vegas expansion franchise, with all three finalists reportedly bidding at least $10 billion. The post NBA expansion: Las Vegas bids reach $10 billion appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Tuomas Iisalo backs Cameron Boozer after late-game miss

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Memphis Grizzlies coach Tuomas Iisalo defended rookie Cameron Boozer after his missed tying three-pointer against Denver, pointing to the 19-year-old’s assertiveness in late-game situations. The post Tuomas Iisalo backs Cameron Boozer after late-game miss appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Jamal Murray on 30-point night: “Just playing my game”

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Jamal Murray scored 17 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter as the Denver Nuggets beat the Memphis Grizzlies 123-118 on Wednesday, but he played down suggestions that he is producing the best basketball of his career. The post Jamal Murray on 30-point night: “Just playing my game” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Bobby Portis explains how NBA teammates build chemistry

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Bobby Portis believes team chemistry develops through shared experiences away from the basketball court, including card games on NBA flights that have become part of his routine. The post Bobby Portis explains how NBA teammates build chemistry appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Nikola Jokic on Jamal Murray's outstanding start to the season

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Nikola Jokic believes Jamal Murray is playing outstanding basketball, praising his scoring, playmaking and defensive improvement after Denver's 123-118 victory over Memphis on Wednesday. The post Nikola Jokic on Jamal Murray’s outstanding start to the season appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Jamahl Mosley: Pelicans’ defensive struggles are on me

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Jamahl Mosley accepted responsibility for the New Orleans Pelicans’ defensive struggles after Brooklyn scored 145 points in a 34-point victory on Wednesday night. The post Jamahl Mosley: Pelicans’ defensive struggles are on me appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Charles Barkley calls out ‘dumb’ players while explaining point guard’s importance

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NBA legend Charles Barkley was one of the league’s most lethal weapons during his heyday. He was a two-way machine with his strength, athleticism, and toughness. Most importantly, Barkley understood the game well and the role every player has on the floor. After the game between the Golden State Warriors and the Houston Rockets on Wednesday, […] The post Charles Barkley calls out ‘dumb’ players while explaining point guard’s importance appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes unwanted NBA history after getting thumped by Blazers again

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder failed to exact revenge on the Portland Trail Blazers, losing again on Wednesday, 118-108, at Moda Center in the second game of their back-to-back series. The Thunder also bowed to the Trail Blazers, 123-103, at the same venue on Tuesday. Oklahoma City held the lead in the fourth […] The post Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes unwanted NBA history after getting thumped by Blazers again appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Charles Barkley calls Spurs the NBA's team to beat

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Charles Barkley believes the San Antonio Spurs have become the NBA's team to beat, overtaking the Oklahoma City Thunder following a series of injuries to the 2025 NBA champions. The post Charles Barkley calls Spurs the NBA’s team to beat appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Ime Udoka demands more consistency from Rockets

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Ime Udoka wants the Houston Rockets to improve their consistency despite beating the Golden State Warriors 115-108 and extending their strong start to the 2026-27 NBA season. The post Ime Udoka demands more consistency from Rockets appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Draymond Green: Warriors are better equipped without Curry

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Draymond Green believes the Golden State Warriors are better equipped to handle Stephen Curry's absence this season, pointing to improved team chemistry and the development of their younger players. The post Draymond Green: Warriors are better equipped without Curry appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Luka Doncic’s, Austin Reaves’ injury scares dose of scary deja vu for Lakers

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We all still have PTSD from April 2.  In what was supposed to be a measuring stick game against the Thunder, Luka Dončić suffered a strained hamstring that sidelined him the entire postseason and Austin Reaves sustained a strained oblique that kept him out the first four games of the playoffs. Just like that, the...

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Dylan Harper on Spurs’ comeback and 10-game winning streak

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Dylan Harper credited San Antonio’s improved physicality, ball movement and growing trust for its second-half comeback against Chicago, as the Spurs extended their winning streak to 10 games. The post Dylan Harper on Spurs’ comeback and 10-game winning streak appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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