NBA NewsTuesday, Mar 17, 2026

JJ Redick highlighted the Los Angeles Lakers’ resilience following their 100-92 victory over the Houston Rockets on Monday at Toyota Center. “They’re a really good basketball team and they make you either play hard and match their physicality… or you can lay down. And we didn’t lay down tonight,” Redick said. He emphasized the team’s […] The post JJ Redick praises Lakers’ playoff mentality after win over Rockets appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Brooklyn Nets are aiming to shift gears and contend in the 2026-27 season, according to a report by Brian Lewis of the New York Post on Monday, March 16. Multiple league sources told Lewis the team’s strategy will hinge on key development points over the next 18 months, including rookie growth, playoff performance, and […] The post Nets plan aggressive turnaround, targeting competitiveness next season appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports that head coach Mike Brown has been frustrated with the Knicks’ slow starts in recent games, even though the team has managed to recover in some cases. On Sunday, New York fell behind by 21 points in the first quarter against an injury-depleted Golden State Warriors team […] The post Mike Brown not planning lineup changes now appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Oklahoma City Thunder visit the Orlando Magic on Tuesday with both teams missing key players due to injuries and G League assignments. Availability will shape rotations and scoring opportunities at the Kia Center. OKC will be without Jalen Williams (right hamstring strain), Branden Carlson (low back strain), Thomas Sorber (right ACL recovery), Nikola Topic, […] The post Thunder visit Magic on March 17: injury report appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Cleveland Cavaliers visit the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night at Fiserv Forum with several players on the injury report. Key absences and questionable statuses could impact rotations and game strategy for both teams. Cleveland will be without Jarrett Allen (right knee tendonitis), Craig Porter Jr. (left groin strain), Tyrese Proctor (right quadricep strain), and […] The post Cavaliers vs Bucks injury report for March 17 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

San Antonio Spurs forward Keldon Johnson has adjusted to a new role over the past couple of seasons after previously serving as a full-time starter from 2020 to 2023. As Tom Orsborn of The San Antonio Express-News explains, Johnson moved into a bench role in 2023/24 and has since fully embraced coming off the bench. […] The post Spurs’ Keldon Johnson says he removed ego for team appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

After dealing with injuries to multiple starters and key rotation players for most of the season, the Denver Nuggets are getting close to having a fully healthy roster. According to Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette, the team is optimistic that wing Peyton Watson could return this week after being sidelined since February 4 with […] The post Peyton Watson could return this week for Nuggets appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Dean Wade discussed how the current squad compares to the 2016 championship team in a recent interview with Brandon ‘Scoop B’ Robinson. Wade highlighted Kevin Love’s influence on his development, saying he learned from watching Love’s workouts and on-court habits early in his career. “I used to stay after practice just to […] The post Dean Wade reflects on 2026 Cavaliers compared to 2016 championship team appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Chicago Bulls guard Anfernee Simons is still working his way back from a left wrist fracture, but a return is not close. The team said the 26-year-old is “making progress” and will be reevaluated again in about 10 days. Head coach Billy Donovan noted that Simons was able to take some shots during a recent […] The post Injury updates on Anfernee Simons appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

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 .