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Inside the Suns: Collin Gillespie, early-season player trades, the deep bench players

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Updated Nov 14, 9:18 AM ET

Welcome to Inside the Suns, a deep-dive analysis of the current Phoenix Suns team in which the Fantable — a round table of Bright Siders — give their takes on the Suns’ latest issues and news. Fantable Questions of the Week Author’s Note: All questions were sent out to the Fantable members before the Suns/Clippers game was played. Q1: Offensively, Collin Gillespie is not performing well this season (6.7 ppg, 31.9 FG%, 29.4 3PT%). Are you concerned about this? zenzino: We got these questions r...

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The NBA is all about fit. Paul George and the Celtics fit together perfectly.

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Updated Nov 14, 9:17 AM ET

Paul George dribbles against the 76ers. | Getty Images We’ve all done it. We’ve judged players on various teams around the league based on preconceived notions and false narratives. We’ve jumped to conclusions based on what we think we know about someone rather than what we actually know. That’s human nature, and it’s not our fault. When we see someone act a certain way once or twice, we assume they act that way all the time. Basketball mirrors life in the sense that one snapshot from the wro...

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Utah Jazz Watch Parties - Utah Jazz | NBA.com

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Jazz just announced a slate of watch parties. One each next three months on a Friday Looking for a place to watch the Jazz? Somewhere with food, drinks and other passionate Jazz fans? We have got you covered! Join us at the locations below to watch the game, meet the Jazz Dancers and ave a chance to win Jazz and Michelob ULTRA Swag! Must be 21 years of age or older. Enjoy Responsibly. submitted by /u/iLikeAza [link] [comments]

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Darius Acuff Jr. loves NBA back-to-backs schedule

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Darius Acuff Jr. of the Sacramento Kings says he enjoys playing NBA back-to-back games and prefers not to have several days off between games. The post Darius Acuff Jr. loves NBA back-to-backs schedule appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Bradley Beal's knee injury continues delaying return

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Los Angeles Clippers guard Bradley Beal continues to face difficulties returning to action, with a left knee issue now preventing him from playing despite his recovery from hip surgery. The post Bradley Beal’s knee injury continues delaying return appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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The Curious Case of Sidy Cissoko at Shooting Guard

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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...

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Ziaire Williams credits Dillon Brooks for shaping his defense

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Updated Nov 14, 5:14 PM ET

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.

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Kyrie Irving increasingly likely to stay with Mavericks

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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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No. 10 Iowa responded to their loss to the No. 4 UConn with a dominant with over an in-state rival

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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...

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Lakers lead NBA in five key categories, give opponents plenty to solve

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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.

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Ryan Conwell: “I'm learning from the greatest” in Miami

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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.

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Erik Spoelstra: Bam Adebayo’s “superpower” drives Heat

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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.

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Tim Hardaway likes Lauri Markkanen for Pistons: ‘He would be a good addition’

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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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Darryn Peterson’s career-high explosion is 1 silver lining in Jazz’s 11th straight loss

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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.

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“Assuming She’s Packing Her Bags”: Cari Champion Makes Bold Observation About Kelsey Mitchell Unfollowing Indiana Fever on Social Media

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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.

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Jamahl Mosley: "I'm disappointed by how we've played"

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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.

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Saddiq Bey: Pelicans must stop making excuses and defend

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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.

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This Week in Bucks History: Five Overtimes, Michael Redd's 57 and Brandon Jennings' 55

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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...

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Brook Lopez leads Clippers past Thunder with late rally

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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.

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