NBA NewsYesterday, Oct 15, 2026

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Kendrick Perkins believes Kawhi Leonard is the most feared and dangerous player in the Eastern Conference after the forward’s move from the LA Clippers to the Toronto Raptors reshaped the balance of power in the East. “Kawhi Leonard is the most feared and most dangerous player in the Eastern Conference — and his peers know […] The post Kawhi Leonard is most feared player in East, says Kendrick Perkins appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Clippers have been short-handed throughout preseason, but there’s hope that reinforcements could be getting closer. Brandon Ingram has started on-court work, though he is still not expected to be ready for the start of the season, Mark Medina writes (via Twitter). Ingram came over to the Clippers as the centerpiece of the much-delayed Kawhi […]

Matas Buzelis scored 19 points as the Chicago Bulls defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 125-104 on Wednesday, October 14, at Fiserv Forum. Chicago improved to 2-2 in the preseason, while Milwaukee dropped to 1-3 after suffering its second consecutive home loss. Buzelis finished 6-of-9 from the field, including 5-of-7 from three-point range, and added three assists, […] The post Matas Buzelis leads Chicago to dominant win over Milwaukee appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell has spoken positively about rookie teammate Ryan Conwell, pointing to his maturity, confidence and ability to adjust to the NBA. Mitchell believes Conwell has made a good transition to the professional level and is adapting to the league faster than he did during his own rookie season. The veteran guard […] The post Davion Mitchell happy with Ryan Conwell’s progress appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Otega Oweh will miss the entire 2026-27 NBA season after suffering a ruptured right Achilles tendon during a preseason game against the Indiana Pacers on October 13. The Thunder announced on Wednesday, October 14, that Oweh had undergone a successful procedure to address the injury. Dr. Martin O’Malley performed the procedure […] The post Thunder rookie Otega Oweh suffers Achilles injury appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo has indicated that he wants to play in the team’s final preseason game as he continues adjusting to his new teammates. The Greek forward explained that he needs more playing time to become familiar with Miami’s system and develop a better understanding of his teammates on the court. Antetokounmpo believes […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo hints at playing in Heat’s preseason finale appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell explained why he decided to remain in the game despite suffering a cut on the side of his face. Mitchell sustained the injury during the contest but was determined to continue playing rather than leave the court. The guard said his love for basketball and appreciation for the opportunity to […] The post Davion Mitchell’s decision to continue playing after a facial injury appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Los Angeles Lakers have signed guard Jahmir Young to an Exhibit 10 contract and waived Cole Swider in a corresponding move ahead of their preseason finale against the Denver Nuggets on Friday. ESPN’s Dave McMenamin reported the transactions on Wednesday, October 14, citing the team. The Lakers are 2-2 in preseason play as they […] The post Lakers sign Jahmir Young, waive Cole Swider appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo says he is ready for the NBA regular season to begin as he continues adjusting to his new team. The Greek forward explained that he has become increasingly comfortable playing alongside his Miami teammates and is pleased with his current situation. Antetokounmpo also pointed to communication with his teammates as […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo eager for NBA regular season to begin appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell criticized his team’s defensive performance, admitting that the players were not aggressive enough on that end of the court. Mitchell believes Miami became too focused on scoring and failed to maintain the necessary defensive effort throughout the game. The guard explained that the team’s confidence in its offensive abilities contributed […] The post Davion Mitchell admits Heat lacked defensive effort appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo believes the team’s chemistry has reached its highest level, pointing to the relationships between players and their willingness to support one another. The Greek forward spoke positively about the atmosphere within the team, explaining that Miami’s players are working together and encouraging each other. Antetokounmpo also acknowledged that there is […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo says Heat chemistry at all-time high appeared first on TalkBasket.net.