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Atlanta Hawks small forward Zaccharie Risacher discussed how his sophomore year is going earlier this week (averaging 10.5 PPG/3.5 RPG/1.3 APG/0.9 SPG/0.5 BPG/1.0 TOV/2.2 PF/44.9% FG/53.7% 2-PT/35.2% 3-PT/60.3% FT/53.3% eFG/24.2 MPG in 42 games played). (via atlhawksfans): “I feel like it’s been some ups and downs. I feel like it’s been hard to be out […] The post Zaccharie Risacher: My second year has had ups and downs appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

NBA basketball rarely sits still. A lineup checks in, runs a few possessions, and suddenly the bench door opens again. To a casual viewer, that can look like overthinking. In reality, frequent substitutions are one of the cleanest ways to control a chaotic sport, because the league is built on speed, spacing, and nonstop matchup […] The post Why the NBA Makes So Many Substitutions: What Constant Rotation Really Solves appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

NBA teams aren’t really out there selling a logo; they’re selling access to an audience. With the NBA being broadcast to millions, the global League Pass, and players who are active across social media, franchises can offer sponsors a blend of mass reach and targeted engagement. It’s an opportunity that’s easy to prove thanks to […] The post How NBA Teams Attract Sponsors appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Mac McClung revealed he declined multiple lucrative overseas opportunities while continuing to pursue a long-term NBA role, explaining his decision in an interview with Cyro Asseo of HoopsHype. The 27-year-old guard said interest from international clubs has been significant, including proposals from EuroLeague and Chinese teams, but his focus this season remained on staying within […] The post Mac McClung leaves door open to EuroLeague after NBA push appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Following their trade deadline activity, the Indiana Pacers currently have an open spot on their 15-man roster, and general manager Chad Buchanan told Tony East that elevating Quenton Jackson from his two-way contract is a “real possibility” to fill that vacancy. Buchanan emphasized Jackson’s importance beyond statistics, describing him as “a big part of our […] The post Pacers considering promoting Quenton Jackson to roster appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Just days after being traded from Boston to Chicago in the deal that sent Nikola Vucevic to the Celtics, Anfernee Simons came back to TD Garden on Wednesday as a visiting player. Prior to the game, the veteran guard spoke positively about his short time with Boston, saying he could “for sure” envision himself coming […] The post Anfernee Simons open to future Celtics return appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Although Ivica Zubac has rarely been used as a perimeter shooter, making just 1 of his 12 three-point attempts since entering the NBA in 2016, the newly acquired Pacers center said this week that expanding his offensive role has already been part of early conversations with head coach Rick Carlisle. According to Dustin Dopirak of […] The post Ivica Zubac open to expanding three-point role appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Philadelphia 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe appreciates the veteran guidance of soon-to-be 40-year-old teammate Kyle Lowry. (via NBA TV): “That’s my dawg. He just give me a lot of gems every day. Every day teaching me something, man, if it ain’t about life, on the court. He give me a pregame speech literally every game, that’s […] The post VJ Edgecombe: I’m super blessed to be around Kyle Lowry appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

He’s currently averaging just 2.7 points in 7.1 minutes but has surged after OG Anunoby’s toe injury. Scouts are most enthralled by Diawara’s 7-4 wingspan on his 6-9 frame.

The Houston Rockets host the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday, January 3, with injuries playing a major role in how this Western Conference matchup could unfold. Tipoff is set for 8:00 p.m. ET at Toyota Center as both teams enter the game on very different trajectories. Houston Rockets comes in with a 21-10 record and a […] The post Rockets vs. Mavericks injury report: Key absences shape Saturday matchup appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder highlighted his team’s defensive effort after Friday’s 111-99 victory over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. “I think just playing the style of play that fits us… we’ve got to defend,” Snyder said, noting that rebounding and transition opportunities fueled their offense. Snyder emphasized the importance of […] The post Quin Snyder praises Hawks’ defense and ball movement in win over Knicks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Memphis head coach Tuomas Iisalo addressed the challenges of containing Los Angeles’ stars after the 128-121 loss at Crypto.com Arena. “We had a very clear game plan… get the ball out of Doncic’s hands and make other guys finish. Only today, those guys shot with a great percentage,” he said. Iisalo noted that Lakers’ mid-range […] The post Tuomas Iisalo reflects on Lakers’ shooting and Grizzlies’ adjustments after loss appeared first on TalkBasket.net .