NBA NewsSunday, Feb 22, 2026

The Toronto Raptors will face the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday, February 22, at Fiserv Forum with several key players unavailable. Toronto is missing Scottie Barnes due to personal reasons, while Chucky Hepburn, A.J. Lawson, Alijah Martin, and Jonathan Mogbo are all out on G League assignments. Milwaukee will be without Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is sidelined […] The post Raptors vs Bucks injury report: Giannis out for Sunday clash appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Former NBA guard Ron Harper praised Kobe Bryant as “about as close to Michael Jordan as you’re ever going to have,” highlighting the Hall of Famer’s work ethic and competitive drive. Harper made the comments during a conversation with Tracy McGrady and Vince Carter, recalling his early years in Los Angeles. Harper said he first […] The post Ron Harper says Kobe Bryant came closest to Michael Jordan appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Two-time NBA champion Kenny Smith is encouraging Chris Paul to transition into coaching following his retirement from the NBA, citing the point guard’s leadership and basketball IQ. “Chris Paul is one of the greatest point guards to ever play,” Smith told TMZ Sports during All-Star Weekend, noting that Paul has the experience and knowledge to […] The post Kenny Smith urges Chris Paul to step into coaching appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee is building his program on daily messages and long-term growth as his team prepares to face the Washington Wizards on Sunday, February 22. Lee, in his second season, revealed that inspiration is part of his locker room routine. “It’s funny,” Lee told Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson. “I more so […] The post Charles Lee explains ‘quote of the day’ philosophy appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Cleveland Cavaliers sit at 36-21 and fourth in the Eastern Conference, riding a seven-game winning streak after reshaping their roster at the trade deadline. Head coach Kenny Atkinson addressed the biggest question surrounding the franchise’s bold move to pair Donovan Mitchell with James Harden: can two elite pick-and-roll guards share the same floor without […] The post Kenny Atkinson addresses Mitchell-Harden fit appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Joe is in the starting lineup for Sunday's matchup with the Cavs, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

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Williams is probable for Sunday's game versus the Knicks due to a left hand contusion. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Sharpe is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's matchup with the Hawks, C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Veteran point guard Mike Conley recently returned to Minnesota after a brief stint away, having been traded to Chicago and then Charlotte prior to the deadline before re-signing with the Timberwolves last week. As he enters his 19th NBA season, Conley understands his role may involve fewer minutes, but he says he remains ready to […] The post Mike Conley ready to help Wolves in any role appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch voiced frustration with how Rudy Gobert is officiated following the team’s victory over Dallas, arguing that the veteran center does not receive consistent calls from referees, writes Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic. Finch suggested that the big man often absorbs significant contact without whistles, while similar plays involving Gobert […] The post Chris Finch criticizes officiating involving Rudy Gobert appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Gill will start Sunday versus the Hornets. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.