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Sergio de Larrea is looking forward to learning from Kyrie Irving, Cooper Flagg and the rest of the Dallas Mavericks during his rookie season, with the 25th overall pick particularly excited about developing his game alongside Irving. “Probably to learn from everybody, you know, Kyrie, Cooper, but not just only for these two, for everybody. […] The post Sergio de Larrea on learning from Kyrie Irving and playing fast appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Greg Oden revealed that he did not expect to be selected first overall in the 2007 NBA Draft ahead of Kevin Durant and actually wanted to return to Ohio State for another season. Oden discussed the decision on the Road Trippin’ Show, explaining that he initially hoped to remain in college despite being projected as […] The post Greg Oden didn’t expect to go No. 1 in 2007 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Cooper Flagg’s rookie season has already convinced Brian Windhorst that the Dallas Mavericks forward is on track to become one of the NBA’s top players in the near future. Speaking on NBA Today, Windhorst compared Flagg’s impact during his first season to LeBron James’ rookie campaign and projected a rapid rise for the 19-year-old. “In […] The post Brian Windhorst: Cooper Flagg will enter NBA’s top 10 soon appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Toumani Camara came away highly impressed after getting an opportunity to guard Damian Lillard during offseason workouts at the Portland Trail Blazers legend’s home. Lillard invited Camara to train with him in July, with the sessions taking place on a full basketball court at the 36-year-old guard’s Portland home. After going against Lillard in full-court […] The post Toumani Camara very impressed with Damian Lillard appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Kelly Oubre Jr. says Indiana’s fast-paced style and the opportunity to play alongside Tyrese Haliburton were major factors in his decision to join the Pacers this offseason. Oubre signed a two-year, $16.5 million fully guaranteed contract with Indiana in July after spending the previous three seasons with the Philadelphia 76ers. He believes the Pacers’ style […] The post Kelly Oubre Jr. opens up about joining Pac appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Phoenix Suns have signed guard Kennedy Chandler to a training camp deal, according to HoopsHype. The move gives Phoenix another point guard option ahead of the 2026-27 season. Chandler spent the 2025-26 season between the G League and NBA, producing at a high level with the Delaware Blue Coats before earning an opportunity with […] The post Suns sign Kennedy Chandler appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Chicago Bulls have added Marquel Sutton to their training camp roster after the forward went undrafted in the 2026 NBA Draft. Sutton completed his college career at LSU, averaging 13.1 points and 7.3 rebounds per game during his senior season. The 6-foot-8 forward will now get an opportunity with Chicago during the preseason. Sutton […] The post Bulls sign undrafted LSU forward Marquel Sutton appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Philadelphia 76ers forward Jaylen Brown was another notable player whose standing in Dean Oliver’s analytical evaluation differed sharply from ESPN’s panel rankings. Members of ESPN’s panel placed Brown anywhere between No. 9 and No. 23 among NBA players. Oliver, however, said his model positioned Brown around No. 60. Oliver argues that analytical systems can […] The post Dean Oliver ranks Jaylen Brown around No. 60 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Jalen Brunson finished sixth in ESPN’s latest ranking of the NBA’s top players, but analytics expert Dean Oliver has a considerably different evaluation of the New York Knicks star. Oliver, who did not participate in ESPN’s seven-person voting panel, said his assessment places Brunson “around the No. 25 range.” ESPN’s panel ranked Brunson behind only […] The post Dean Oliver ranks Jalen Brunson around No. 25 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson received one of the highest placements in ESPN’s latest ranking of NBA players, coming in at No. 6 overall. The seven-person panel consisted of Ben Golliver, Vincent Goodwill, Zach Kram, Bobby Marks, Dave McMenamin, André Snellings and Matt “Stats” Williams. Only Nikola Jokic, Victor Wembanyama, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Doncic […] The post Jalen Brunson ranked sixth by ESPN panel appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Collin Sexton came away impressed after Luka Doncic hosted his Lakers teammates for a five-day trip to Slovenia during the offseason. Doncic arranged the team gathering as Los Angeles works to integrate a roster featuring several new players. The trip combined basketball work with activities around Slovenia, including golf, rowing and sightseeing. Players appreciated the […] The post Collin Sexton thanks Luka Doncic for Slovenia trip appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

JJ Redick believes the Los Angeles Lakers’ revamped roster can quickly establish strong chemistry despite substantial offseason turnover. Nine players from last season’s team did not return, including LeBron James, Marcus Smart, Deandre Ayton, Rui Hachimura, Jaxson Hayes and Luke Kennard. Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, Jarred Vanderbilt and Jake LaRavia are the only returning players […] The post JJ Redick expects connected Lakers from Day 1 appeared first on TalkBasket.net.