NBA NewsWednesday, Feb 18, 2026

LeBron James addressed Friday’s 105-101 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks at Crypto.com Arena, highlighting a late turnover that proved costly. “For me, I turned the ball over again… Giannis did agree. He did that. I mean, he made a great play by getting his arms, tipping it from behind, but can’t turn the ball over […] The post LeBron James reflects on turnover, clutch plays after Bucks edge Lakers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly exploring a trade for either De’Andre Hunter or Miles Bridges, according to Hardwood Paroxysm on Substack. Sources indicated that Klutch Sports has expressed interest in moving Hunter through a potential Klutch-for-Klutch swap. Hunter, 28, is in the third year of a four-year, $90 million contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers, […] The post Lakers explore trades for De’Andre Hunter or Miles Bridges amid Klutch Sports push appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Delonte West’s post-NBA struggles continue, with another arrest adding to a growing list of legal issues. The former NBA guard was taken into custody on December 21, 2025, in Belle Haven, Virginia, after allegedly robbing someone of $23, according to TMZ Sports. Police said the alleged victim identified West near the scene, and court records […] The post Delonte West arrested for $23 robbery appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 points and dished out seven assists to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a dominant 131-94 victory over the depleted Golden State Warriors on Friday at Chase Center. Chet Holmgren added 15 points and a season-high 15 rebounds as Oklahoma City built an early lead and never looked back. The Warriors […] The post Gilgeous-Alexander leads Thunder to 37-point rout of Warriors appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

With Cade Cunningham leading the Detroit Pistons to the best record in the NBA at the All-Star break, it has led to the point guard getting major attention for the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award. As the Pistons star in Cunningham is looking to take the torch as one of the elites of the game, […] The post Pistons’ J.B. Bickerstaff puts Cade Cunningham in Dwyane Wade territory appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Miami Heat 124-112 to obtain their third straight win on Sunday night. Despite a slow start, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dropped 29 points, Jalen Williams scored 19, while Chet Holmgren and Ajay Mitchel added 16 for the Thunder. On the other hand, Andrew Wiggins scored 23 points, including seven three-pointers, to […] The post Thunder outgun the Heat for third straight win appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Cade Cunningham emphatically reassured Detroit Pistons general manager Trajan Langdon of his commitment to the franchise after years of losing, setting the stage for the team's remarkable turnaround. Langdon questioned whether Cunningham still wanted to remain in Detroit following three consecutive seasons of declining records. Cunningham delivered an unambiguous answer. "I just want to win so bad here," Cunningham said. "That was what I was trying to relay to him. Trying to let him know that...

The Atlanta Hawks have converted the Two-Way contract of Caleb Houstan to a standard NBA deal for the remainder of the season. The Hawks have waived Nikola Durisic to create the roster spot. Houstan has appeared in 10 games with the Hawks this season, averaging 2.3 points in 4.9 minutes. Houstan also has appeared in 30 G League games, averaging 15.9 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.5 assists in 32.9 minutes. Houstan is represented by Jason Glushon and Ryan Leff . Durisic hadn't appeared in any game...

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 .

Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle recently discussed what’s stood out about new forward Kobe Brown so far (averaging 6.0 PPG/2.0 ORPG/4.5 DRPG/2.0 APG/1.0 TOV/0.5 SPG/55.6% FG/50.0% 3-PT/23.5 MPG in two games played since being traded from the Los Angeles Clippers). (via Indiana Pacers): “He’s got versatility. He can play three and four. He’s a […] The post Rick Carlisle: Kobe Brown’s got versatility appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Alongside acquiring big man Ivica Zubac from the Los Angeles Clippers, the Indiana Pacers also brought in guard Kobe Brown as part of the same trade. Brown had been playing a limited role in Los Angeles, averaging just 8.7 minutes per game, but he could see a larger opportunity with Indiana for the remainder of […] The post Kobe Brown grateful for bigger Pacers role appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Rob Dillingham, a lottery pick in the 2024 draft, struggled to secure consistent playing time while with the Minnesota Timberwolves, finding it difficult to break into the regular rotation. Since being traded to the Chicago Bulls, however, Dillingham has been given an extended opportunity by head coach Billy Donovan to showcase his abilities. Across three […] The post Bulls give Rob Dillingham expanded opportunity appeared first on TalkBasket.net .