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PORTLAND, OREGON - FEBRUARY 20: Sidy Cissoko #91 of the Portland Trail Blazers gestures during the first half against the Denver Nuggets at Moda Center on February 20, 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) | Getty Images Portland Trail Blazers Head Coach Micah Nori made the prudent de...

Ziaire Williams credited former Memphis teammate Dillon Brooks with helping establish his defensive foundation, calling him one of his favorite teammates. The post Ziaire Williams credits Dillon Brooks for shaping his defense appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Olivia Miles has penned a message following an impressive debut season in the WNBA with the Minnesota Lynx. Miles was one of the top performers in the league and has cemented herself as one of the best rookies in history.

A Kyrie Irving trade before the NBA deadline is becoming increasingly unlikely, with Dallas reportedly seeing the veteran guard as an important part of its partnership with Cooper Flagg. The post Kyrie Irving increasingly likely to stay with Mavericks appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Dani Carnegie. | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images No. 10 Iowa shook off a double-digit drubbing by No. 4 UConn to steamroll past in-state rival Northern Iowa, 78-40. Among the many faces inside the packed house in Carver-Hawkeye Arena was former player turned Washington Mystic Lucy Olsen and former head coach turned Big Ten Network analyst Lisa Bluder. Both were introduced and received roaring ovations. Olsen played one season at Iowa (2024-25) and averaged 17.9 points and 5.1 assists per gam...

Anthony Edwards, Dereck Lively II and Jalen Duren are among the players ruled out on the NBA injury report for Saturday, November 14, while Donte DiVincenzo and Isaiah Joe are also out. The post NBA injury report: Edwards, Lively, Duren out on Saturday, November 14 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Lakers’ 11-2 start comes with some numbers that help explain it. They’re scoring efficiently, forcing turnovers and making opponents pay for them. Through their first 13 games, the Lakers lead the NBA in scoring, field goal percentage, offensive rating, steals and points off turnovers, as Ricardo Sandoval of Lakers on SI detailed. Luka Doncic […] The post Lakers lead NBA in five key categories, give opponents plenty to solve appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Angel Reese reveals her true feelings after witnessing passionate fans at the New Orleans Pelicans game

Ryan Conwell credited his work ethic, veteran teammates and growing confidence after scoring 20 points off the bench in the Miami Heat’s 133-121 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday. The post Ryan Conwell: “I’m learning from the greatest” in Miami appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Erik Spoelstra called Bam Adebayo’s “force of will” his greatest strength after the center scored 37 points and grabbed 14 rebounds in Miami’s 133-121 win over Cleveland on Friday. The post Erik Spoelstra: Bam Adebayo’s “superpower” drives Heat appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Pistons have a star in Cade Cunningham and a roster that won 60 games last season. Tim Hardaway sees another player who could help them take the next step. Lauri Markkanen. Hardaway pointed to the Jazz forward’s size and offensive versatility during an appearance on the Crossover Podcast, suggesting Markkanen would give Detroit another […] The post Tim Hardaway likes Lauri Markkanen for Pistons: ‘He would be a good addition’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Mitch Johnson credited San Antonio’s defensive execution for its dominant 123-85 win over Golden State, as the Spurs extended their winning streak to 11 games on Friday. The post Mitch Johnson reveals what sparked Spurs’ 38-point blowout appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Utah Jazz may be stuck in a losing cycle, but Darryn Peterson is giving fans a reason to keep watching. The Jazz suffered their 11th straight defeat after bowing to the Houston Rockets, 125-118, in the NBA Cup at Toyota Center on Friday. Peterson scored a career-high 28 points and added seven rebounds, two […] The post Darryn Peterson’s career-high explosion is 1 silver lining in Jazz’s 11th straight loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Cunningham wants to be known more than as just a shooter.

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Sacramento Kings coach Doug Christie indicated he doesn't feel any less secure about his job than usual following his team's 1-12 start to the 2026-27 season.

Karl-Anthony Towns’ big chance bounced off the rim.

Kelsey Mitchell appears to be distancing herself from the Indiana Fever before officially entering WNBA free agency. Mitchell unfollowed the Fever on Instagram, causing a bit of panic among fans who fear the move could mean the team is losing its veteran guard.

New Orleans Pelicans head coach Jamahl Mosley said defensive adjustments are necessary after his team surrendered 142 points in Friday’s 142-111 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. The post Jamahl Mosley: “I’m disappointed by how we’ve played” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Saddiq Bey scored a season-high 30 points against Memphis but said the New Orleans Pelicans must take responsibility for their defensive struggles after Friday’s 142-111 defeat. The post Saddiq Bey: Pelicans must stop making excuses and defend appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

This Week in Bucks History The Bucks visit Orlando tonight in a tough spot: 1-11 and riding an eight-game losing streak in Taylor Jenkins' first season. It's a good week to remember that some of the most remarkable scoring nights in franchise history happened in this same stretch of November. Nov. 9, 1989: Five Overtimes in Milwaukee Thirty-seven years ago this week, the Bucks beat the Seattle SuperSonics 155-154 in five overtimes, one of the longest games in NBA history. Seattle's Dale Ellis...

Brook Lopez scored 26 points as the Los Angeles Clippers erased a six-point deficit in the final 2:43 to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 113-112 on Friday night. The post Brook Lopez leads Clippers past Thunder with late rally appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Austin Reaves was diagnosed with a left heel bruise, Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick said on Friday. Reaves, who suffered the injury during Wednesday's win over the Bucks, is considered day-to-day. Collin Sexton, who required stitches on Wednesday, is also day-to-day but was cleared of a concussion. Redick also added that Luka Doncic, who turned his ankle in the Bucks game, was "fine."

Deni Avdija scored 34 points on 11-of-13 shooting as the Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Sacramento Kings 120-107 on Friday, opening a six-game road trip with their third consecutive victory. The post Deni Avdija, Damian Lillard lead Blazers past Kings appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Bucks and Clippers could give teams looking for veteran help plenty to consider before February’s trade deadline. Both are expected to listen broadly to offers, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, though there are qualifications to how each team is approaching the market. “Myles Turner and Kyle Kuzma are the two players the Bucks […] The post Bucks, Clippers expected to entertain offers, several veterans draw trade attention appeared first on Hoops Wire.

The Memphis Grizzlies matched an NBA record with 10 players scoring in double figures during a 142-111 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday, November 13. The post Grizzlies match NBA record in rout of Pelicans appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Yaxel Lendeborg candidly makes his feelings known on Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs after the Golden State Warriors' 85-123 loss tonight.

The Indiana Pacers made things difficult for the defending NBA Cup champion New York Knicks on Friday, securing a 106-104 win in their NBA Cup matchup at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. While Indiana’s players gave everything on the court, the Pacers’ fans also played their part by creating an energetic atmosphere. Kelly Oubre Jr. couldn’t help but […] The post Pacers star Kelly Oubre Jr. thanks fans for ‘gnarly’ energy during NBA Cup win over Knicks appeared first on ClutchPoints.