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Olden Polynice believes LeBron James has underachieved during his NBA career despite ranking among the greatest players in basketball history. Speaking on SiriusXM NBA Radio, Polynice praised James’ longevity and unprecedented production at age 41 while arguing that his combination of size, athleticism and playmaking ability should have produced even more statistically. “I love LeBron. […] The post Olden Polynice says LeBron James has underachieved appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Golden State Warriors “love” Devin Booker and could be among the first teams to pursue the Phoenix Suns star if he ever becomes available, according to veteran NBA reporter Tim Kawakami. “I think the Warriors like him too much, if you ask me. But they love him. Steve [Kerr] loves him. Booker loved playing […] The post Warriors “love” Devin Booker, says insider appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Mitchell Robinson enters his first season with the Boston Celtics confident that a more serious approach to recovery can help him produce his best season in years. “Right now, I’m just so confident in myself…I feel like this is going to be a great year for me. As you can see, I’m starting to take […] The post Mitchell Robinson: “This is going to be a great year for me” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Golden State Warriors could consider trading Draymond Green at the 2027 trade deadline if their season fails to meet expectations, according to Marcus Thompson II. Speaking on The Kevin O’Connor Show, Thompson said the Warriors could have a major decision to make about their long-term direction by the middle of the season. “This might […] The post Warriors could trade Draymond Green if season goes bad appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Former NBA player Eddie Johnson believes Kawhi Leonard of the Toronto Raptors could face a lengthy wait before eventually being inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Johnson argued that Leonard’s accomplishments may not be enough to make him a first-ballot selection, predicting that voters could deliberately delay his induction for several years. “When he […] The post Eddie Johnson: Kawhi Leonard won’t be a first-ballot Hall of Famer appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Blake Griffin has named Michael Jordan as his choice for the greatest basketball player of all time, pointing to Jordan’s overall career as the primary reason for his selection. “I think Michael Jordan is the GOAT because he had the best career of all time,” Griffin said on Boy Talk Talk Show, via HoopsHype. Jordan’s […] The post Blake Griffin: Michael Jordan is the GOAT appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Gilbert Arenas does not expect the New York Knicks to win a second consecutive championship, pointing to the way NBA teams adjust after losing to a champion and the changes made around the league. Speaking on Gil’s Arena, Arenas argued that New York’s decision to largely maintain its championship core could make it harder for […] The post Gilbert Arenas says Knicks won’t repeat as champions appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Miroslav Raduljica has offered a critical assessment of former Milwaukee Bucks teammate Giannis Antetokounmpo, questioning his natural basketball talent while praising the work ethic that helped turn him into an NBA superstar. Raduljica played alongside Antetokounmpo during the 2013–14 season, when the Greek forward was beginning his NBA career as a rookie. Speaking on the […] The post Miroslav Raduljica questions Giannis Antetokounmpo’s basketball talent appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Joe Mazzulla spent time with Michael Jordan and Phil Jackson this summer, and Jordan shared the mindset that helped him sustain his success, according to Brian Scalabrine on SiriusXM NBA Radio. “Jordan told Joe, ‘the reason why I kept winning is because I acted like I never won,’” Scalabrine said. The message comes at an […] The post Michael Jordan gave Joe Mazzulla winning advice appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Anfernee Simons believes his experience as an NBA starter will give him an advantage in his new role with the Philadelphia 76ers. Speaking on Cousins with Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady, Simons explained how his mindset changes when he faces second units after spending years competing against starting lineups. “My mindset going into the game […] The post Anfernee Simons: “It’s going to be even easier for me” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Cooper Flagg’s rookie season with the Dallas Mavericks gave ESPN’s Brian Windhorst flashbacks to LeBron James’ first year in the NBA. “Cooper Flagg kept giving me flashbacks to LeBron James as a rookie,” Windhorst said. “By LeBron’s second season, he was a top-five player, and I feel strongly that this is Flagg’s destiny too.” Flagg […] The post Cooper Flagg drawing LeBron James comparisons appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

As 41-year-old LeBron James continues to do well, conversations about the greatest of all time often come up, especially when compared with Michael Jordan. Jordan played for the Washington Wizards for two NBA seasons, from 2001 to 2003, after serving as the team’s president of basketball operations and a minority owner. Meanwhile, Nick Young said […] The post Nick Young questions Michael Jordan’s Wizards stint appeared first on TalkBasket.net.