NBAThe Los Angeles Lakers hired Pooh Jeter as the team's new Director of Pro Scouting, reported Marc J. Spears of Andscape. Jeter was previously a player development coach with the Blazers, and also worked as an assistant general manager with the G League's Remix.
NBANikola Jovic admitted he got complacent after signing a four-year, $62MM extension prior to last season, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald relays. Jovic made those comments in an interview with Miami radio host Brendan Tobin. “I wouldn’t say I was the smartest guy last year handling things outside of the court,” Jovic said. Jovic’s […]
The NBA and FIBA are approaching a significant milestone in the development of NBA Europe, with an announcement regarding the competition’s markets and permanent participants expected soon. The proposed league is targeting an October 2027 launch and is currently designed to feature 16 teams, including 12 permanent franchises and four clubs qualifying annually. Speaking to […] The post NBA Europe prepares to announce 12 permanent licenses appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
NBANets lottery pick Mikel Brown Jr. sprained his left ankle last week and still hasn’t been cleared for contact, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports. “Yeah, as of right now they’re just telling me you could get back moving a little bit, really just trying to get the strengthening it up back,” Brown […]
Giannis Antetokounmpo acknowledged that he may need to change the way he approaches the game in order to win with the Miami Heat after making the biggest move of his NBA career. “You cannot win at your own terms. You got to be able to let the team be the team. Sometimes you have to […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo: “You cannot win at your own terms” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Former EuroLeague champion Tyrese Rice has weighed in on the discussion between Gilbert Arenas and Nikola Jokic, suggesting that the former NBA guard misunderstood the Denver Nuggets superstar’s comments about European basketball. Jokic recently encouraged NBA players to experience basketball overseas, explaining that European clubs operate in an environment where individual games carry considerable pressure […] The post Tyrese Rice reacts to Gilbert Arenas’ response to Nikola Jokic appeared ...
Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas has challenged Nikola Jokic’s suggestion that NBA players should spend time competing in Europe, arguing that American players have little need to experience the EuroLeague. Jokic recently discussed the differences between NBA and European basketball, emphasizing the importance of team success over individual statistics. “In Europe and the national team, […] The post Gilbert Arenas responds to Nikola Jokic’s EuroLeague comments appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
NBAThe Detroit Pistons have agreed to a five-year, $200 million extension with Jalen Duren, and the salary structure of the deal has now been revealed. Michael Scotto reported that Duren’s contract declines slightly in its second season before increasing in each of the final three years. The 2026-27 season will pay Duren $40.16 million, followed […] The post Jalen Duren’s $200M Pistons extension details revealed appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
NBABam Adebayo believes his historic 83-point performance against the Washington Wizards could have turned into an even bigger scoring night. “I had 83 on a bad shooting night,” Adebayo said. “I would’ve passed Wilt. People were like, ‘You shot 43 free throws,’ if you actually watch the game and not the last minute and a […] The post Bam Adebayo: “I would’ve passed Wilt” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
NBAJoe Mazzulla is taking the Boston Celtics away from their usual surroundings for a three-day training camp session at The Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina, as he looks to build chemistry and establish a shared mental model within a revamped roster, according to The Boston Globe. The Celtics have not moved training camp away from […] The post Joe Mazzulla takes Celtics to military academy for training camp appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
NBAMinnesota Timberwolves guard Ayo Dosunmu doesn’t feel more freedom after signing a five-year, $112 million contract. (via Minnesota Timberwolves): “I think I’m actually the opposite. I think I’m even more locked in and more focused because I understand that they invested in me. So me being a competitor, me loving the game, being able to […] The post Ayo Dosunmu looking to show he’s worth more than contract appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Here’s Toronto Raptors guard Ja’Kobe Walter on personal/team goals for 2026-27. (via Hello and Welcome): “Just be better than last year. I want to take my defense to another level. It’s a goal of mine to be top in the league in steals. I want to be a top defender, known as that. I feel […] The post Ja’Kobe Walter says he wants to lead the NBA in steals appeared first on TalkBasket.net.