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Marcus Smart’s departure from the Los Angeles Lakers was reportedly driven in part by the veteran guard’s desire for a fresh start elsewhere. Lakers insider Jovan Buha discussed the circumstances surrounding Smart’s exit, while acknowledging that there are different versions of exactly how the situation unfolded. “I don’t have great clarity on this, and there […] The post Marcus Smart left Lakers seeking fresh start appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Jalen Duren’s contract stalemate with the Detroit Pistons has taken another turn, with Marc Spears reporting that the 22-year-old center feels disrespected by the franchise. “It’s not about money right now. He feels disrespected,” Spears said on NBA Today. “There’s a black cloud going into camp. They gotta try to fix it, and I don’t […] The post Jalen Duren feels disrespected by Pistons appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Sacramento Kings plan to use Ben Simmons as the backup to rookie point guard Darius Acuff Jr. this season, according to Marc Spears on NBA Today. “An excited Ben…he’s healthy. He took a year off to get healthy, and they list him at guard. They want him to back up Darius Acuff and he’s […] The post Kings want Ben Simmons to back up Darius Acuff appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Dejounte Murray considers Russell Westbrook the greatest point guard in NBA history, placing the recently retired star ahead of legends such as Magic Johnson, John Stockton and Isiah Thomas. “The way he plays the game, that’s how the game is supposed to be played… No friends allowed until after the game,” Murray said via ClutchPoints. […] The post Dejounte Murray names Russell Westbrook the GOAT point guard appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla believes the team’s identity in 2026-27 will be shaped not only by its revamped roster but also by the different experiences each player brings to the group. Mazzulla spoke Tuesday, September 15, during the Celtics’ introductory press conference for Paul George and Mike Conley. The two veterans joined Brad […] The post Joe Mazzulla explains how Celtics will build a new identity appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Mike Conley has joined the Boston Celtics with a clear objective: help a new-look roster compete for a championship while providing veteran leadership to a team that underwent significant changes this offseason. Conley officially met the media Tuesday alongside Paul George, Brad Stevens and Joe Mazzulla after arriving in Boston. The veteran point guard signed […] The post Mike Conley explains why he chose Celtics appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Dwyane Wade believes he could have extended his NBA career for another two seasons, but he preferred to retire while he was still capable of playing at a productive level. Wade walked away from basketball in 2019 after 16 NBA seasons. Rather than continuing until his performance declined significantly, the Miami Heat legend felt it […] The post Dwyane Wade says he could’ve played 2 more seasons appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Dirk Nowitzki has developed a relationship with Cooper Flagg and says he remains available to the Dallas Mavericks’ young star whenever he needs advice. Nowitzki, who spent his entire 21-year NBA career with Dallas, said he has stayed in contact with Flagg and occasionally reaches out after watching him play. “We met a few times, […] The post Dirk Nowitzki says he is in Cooper Flagg’s corner appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Russell Westbrook could potentially return to the NBA after announcing his retirement, according to former All-Star Zach Randolph. Speaking on the Out The Mud podcast, Randolph suggested that Westbrook still has enough left to continue his playing career and specifically mentioned the Miami Heat as a potential destination. “This man is supposed to be in […] The post Russell Westbrook might return to NBA, says Zach Randolph appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Keyonte George believes Darryn Peterson’s ability to quickly absorb information has already stood out during his early time with the Utah Jazz. Speaking on NBA Today, George explained why he made a point of approaching Peterson after Utah landed the No. 2 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. The Jazz selected Peterson out of Kansas, […] The post Keyonte George impressed by Darryn Peterson’s ability to learn appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Trae Young says his departure from Atlanta was something he had already come to believe was necessary, but he was determined to avoid an ugly separation from the franchise. Young’s perspective was influenced by growing up in Oklahoma City and watching how fans responded when Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook eventually left the Thunder. Those […] The post Trae Young details why he left Atlanta appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Teams around the NBA are monitoring Kyrie Irving’s situation in Dallas as the Mavericks build their roster around 19-year-old Cooper Flagg, according to Tim MacMahon and Marc Spears of ESPN. “The question that’s being asked around the league is…how long is this fit with Kyrie and the Mavericks,” MacMahon said Monday, September 21, on NBA […] The post Teams monitor Kyrie Irving’s situation in Dallas appeared first on TalkBasket.net.