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The Lakers revamped their roster this summer after LeBron James and several other key contributors departed and now must find the right pieces to build around the core trio of Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and Walker Kessler. Quentin Grimes, who signed a four-year, $60MM deal this summer, hopes to prove he’s a valuable part of […]
Celtics star forward Jayson Tatum is 16 months removed from Achilles’ tendon surgery and says he’s fully healthy as the team begins its first week of training camp, according to the Associated Press’ Kyle Hightower. “I feel great having this offseason to get stronger,” he said. “Get more explosive and just work on my body […]
Austin Reaves believes the Los Angeles Lakers can make significant strides defensively this season after the team added several players known for their defensive ability during the offseason. Speaking to reporters at Lakers training camp on Wednesday, Reaves highlighted Matisse Thybulle and Ziaire Williams in particular after facing them during the first few practices. “Trying […] The post Austin Reaves: “Defensively, we’re gonna be much better” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
The Mavericks are entering an exciting year now that Kyrie Irving is set to play alongside Cooper Flagg for the first time. They also have a new, first-time NBA head coach in Dusty May, who has hit the ground running but isn’t rushing the important decisions. While Flagg and Irving represent two clear starters, May […]
The Golden State Warriors are placing considerable emphasis on improving their transition defense during training camp after struggling in that area throughout last season. Wednesday’s second practice at BYU-Hawaii featured another controlled 5-on-5 session, although the overall workload was slightly lighter than the opening day. Head coach Steve Kerr acknowledged that Golden State must address […] The post Steve Kerr identifies Warriors’ transition defense as training camp priority appeared ...
Tacko Fall was diagnosed with a left hip strain, the Philadelphia 76ers announced on Thursday. Fall will be re-evaluated in two weeks. Fall, who signed a training camp deal with the Sixers, averaged 1.1 points and 2.1 rebounds for the Cavs last season.
Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick teased Luka Doncic about his offseason conditioning.
How did Lakers rookie Cameron Carr perform in his first preseason game?
Darius Acuff Jr. made his first NBA preseason appearance Monday as the Sacramento Kings fell 127-103 to the Los Angeles Lakers. The rookie guard finished with 19 points and four assists in 27 minutes, showing confidence while acknowledging areas the Kings need to improve. “It felt good,” Acuff said after the game. “I played a […] The post Darius Acuff Jr. embraces challenge after NBA preseason debut appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
After 11 seasons with the Oklahoma City Thunder, the place once called home will always be home for Russell Westbrook. Meanwhile, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who came after being traded by the Los Angeles Clippers, applauded the city’s first icon for an amazing career. “Russ is like Oklahoma’s baby. So I don’t think there will ever be […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander praises Russell Westbrook as a Thunder icon appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Anthony Edwards believes the Minnesota Timberwolves have assembled a roster capable of making a serious run in the 2026-27 season after adding Jonathan Kuminga. “Ya’ll see what going on. This sh*t over, man. Wrap this sh*t up. This sh*t over this year, man,” Edwards said after Kuminga arrived in Minnesota. Kuminga gives the Timberwolves another […] The post Anthony Edwards reacts to Jonathan Kuminga joining Wolves appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch believes Anthony Edwards needs to re-establish himself as a high-leverage defender if he wants to have an MVP-caliber season in 2026-27. Finch also indicated that Edwards’ offensive responsibilities will be adjusted after the All-Star guard carried a significant workload during the 2025-26 campaign. “I think we are going to […] The post Chris Finch explains what Anthony Edwards needs for MVP run appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
