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Kevin Durant gave the Rockets plenty of scoring last season. ESPN’s Tim MacMahon believes Houston also asked him to handle responsibilities that weren’t suited to his strengths. That includes setting the tone in the locker room. Speaking on The Hoop Collective, MacMahon pointed to Durant while discussing Houston’s late-game offense and team chemistry, as relayed […] The post Was Kevin Durant responsible for Rockets’ ‘connectivity’ issues? appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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Mitchell Robinson spent years giving the Celtics problems as a member of the Knicks. Now Boston is hoping he can do the same thing to everyone else. The veteran center joined the Celtics this offseason after helping New York win the NBA championship, giving Boston another experienced option around the basket. Robinson’s value has never […] The post Mitchell Robinson already making impression on Celtics teammates appeared first on Hoops Wire.

CHICAGO, IL - OCTOBER 7: Jalen Green #4 of the Phoenix Suns shoots a free throw during the game against the Chicago Bulls on October 7, 2026 at United Center in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images For the se...

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 05: LaMelo Ball #1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves dribbles the ball against the Milwaukee Bucks in the first quarter during the preseason NBA game at Fiserv Forum on October 05, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Minnesota Ti...

HOUSTON, TX - JANUARY 31: Kevin Durant #7 of the Houston Rockets looks to pass the ball during the game against the Dallas Mavericks on January 31, 2026 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Imag...

Blazers Damian Lillard’s scoring was encouraging. His ability to get past defenders may have been the better sign. That was among the observations from Elias Esquivel of Blazers on SI⁠ after Portland’s 123-118 preseason-opening win over the short-handed Warriors on Wednesday. Lillard scored 15 points, while Deni Avdija led the Blazers with 23 on 9-of-13 […] The post NBA Notes: Blazers, Deni Avdija, Warriors, Brandon Williams, Bulls appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Braiden Bell’s attorney still wants the Trail Blazers to give him the broadcast job. He also has a message about what could happen if they don’t. Speaking with Craig Carton of OutKick, Arnie Herz said reinstatement remains his priority after Portland hired Bell as its television play-by-play announcer, then fired him hours later over offensive […] The post Braiden Bell’s attorney says Blazers firing could cost them ‘a boatload of money’ appeared first on Hoops Wire.

CLEVELAND, OHIO - APRIL 08: Evan Mobley #4 celebrates with James Harden #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during player introductions before the game against the Atlanta Hawks at Rocket Arena on April 08, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Cleveland Cavaliers had o...

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - APRIL 01: Jock Landale #31 of the Atlanta Hawks reacts after scoring a three-point shot against the Orlando Magic during the third quarter at Kia Center on April 01, 2026 in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images) | Getty Images Jock Landale made his presence in Atlanta kno...

DALLAS, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 25: Tarik Biberovic #13 of the Dallas Mavericks poses for portraits at Mavericks Media Day at American Airlines Center on September 25, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the GettyImages License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Dallas Mavericks had a few holes last season that had them stuck ne...

DENVER, CO - OCTOBER 4: Generic photo of the official NBA Wilson basketball during the NBA preseason on October 4, 2026 at CU Events Center, Boulder, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images On Monday, the NBA announc...