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As the consensus No. 1 overall prospect in the 2025 draft, Cooper Flagg appeared likely to become the new face of a franchise for a rebuilding team. Instead, after the Mavericks lucked into the top pick on lottery night, he joined a club that already featured a pair of veteran stars – Anthony Davis and […]
The post-deadline action shifts back to the floor as Nate and Danny analyze James Harden and Jaren Jackson, Jr. debuting with their new teams. Then we careen around the league, catching up on news while providing scouting reports on Hugo Gonzalez and new Thunder guard Jared McCain. The show closes by ranking the key players on the buyout market and discussing where players like Cam Thomas could help the most. Join Dunc'd On Prime for 35% off a yearly subscription in honor of the Mock Trade De...
The NBA faces mounting concerns about tanking tactics as teams pursue an aggressive rebuild strategy that executives warn could undermine competitive integrity. League officials discussed the issue at a recent competition committee meeting, though no immediate rule changes are expected this season. "You've heard of Icarus and what happens when you fly too close to the sun," one team president said. "I think some teams are in danger of flying too close to the ground." The controversial approac...
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The Los Angeles Lakers made one move at the 2026 NBA trade deadline, sending Gabe Vincent and a 2032 second-round pick to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for sharpshooter Luke Kennard. It was clear from the rumors circulating — as well as the lone deal that L.A. made — that general manager Rob Pelinka was […]
Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors once seemed on track to finally resolve their long-running, mutual interest in moving on from one another ahead of the trade deadline. However, multiple team sources told ESPN that a deal is now considered far less likely in the wake of Jimmy Butler’s season-ending ACL tear. Before Butler […] The post Jonathan Kuminga trade less likely after Jimmy Butler injury appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Every now and again, a team has to declare itself. This isn’t done so much for the team itself, mind you, not often — there are no greater masters at self-confidence and assurance anywhere in the world than inside a professional sports locker room. How often do we hear words similar to the ones Josh...
Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle indicated on Friday that newly acquired center Ivica Zubac could be held out until after the All-Star break before making his first appearance with the Pacers, according to Jamal Collier of ESPN. Zubac continues to manage the aftereffects of a Grade 2 ankle sprain suffered in December, and Carlisle […] The post Ivica Zubac debut with Pacers likely post-All-Star appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is set to sit out his second consecutive game on Monday as he continues to deal with a left hamstring strain, according to Dan Woike of The Athletic. Despite the absence, there is optimism around the team that the soft-tissue issue is not considered severe and won’t lead to […] The post Luka Doncic to miss second straight game Monday appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jaylen Brown admitted following Sunday’s lopsided loss to New York that the Boston Celtics are still in the process of adapting to changes on their roster, according to Jay King of The Athletic. Boston is working through an adjustment phase as new pieces are integrated and roles continue to take shape. Recently acquired center Nikola […] The post Jaylen Brown says Celtics face roster adjustment period appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Wells (shoulder) is off the injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Warriors. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.
Jaylen Brown pointed to shot-making and execution as the main reasons behind the Boston Celtics’ 111-89 loss to the New York Knicks on Sunday night at TD Garden. Boston generated open looks but converted only 7 of 41 attempts from three-point range, and Brown said the process was not the issue. “I think it was […] The post Jaylen Brown addresses missed shots, defensive lapses after Knicks rout Celtics appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
