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Several teams reportedly have interest in Hornets forward Miles Bridges, but he said after Saturday’s win over Washington that his preference is to remain with Charlotte, writes Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer (subscription required). Boone points out that Bridges is often the subject of trade speculation at this time of year, so he’s not […]
Payton Pritchard scored 32 points while Jaylen Brown recorded 27 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds, leading the Boston Celtics to a 130-126 double-overtime victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Friday at Barclays Center. Hugo Gonzalez forced the second overtime with a corner 3-pointer as time expired in the first extra period, connecting off a […] The post Pritchard, Brown combine for 59 as Celtics survive 2OT thriller over Nets appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Pelicans interim head coach James Borrego highlighted Saddiq Bey’s standout performance in Friday’s 133-127 win over the Memphis Grizzlies, saying, “He’s been fantastic for us. Stepped up big in moments like these and… he wants to win. He’s a winner at his core.” Borrego also praised Jeremiah Fears for his defensive impact despite limited offensive […] The post James Borrego praises Pelicans’ effort against Grizzlies appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
As Luka Doncic prepares for his second game in Dallas since being traded to the Lakers last February, reporting from Christian Clark and Dan Woike of The Athletic highlights a clear divide between how the Mavericks viewed the situation and how the Slovenian star’s camp sees it. On the Dallas side, sources indicated that concerns […] The post Mavericks, Luka Doncic camps differ on trade rationale appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
As the Mavericks continue to navigate the fallout from the Luka Doncic trade, reporting from Christian Clark and Dan Woike of The Athletic shows that the organization is also taking a cautious approach to reshaping its front office. According to the authors, Dallas has begun the process of vetting candidates to replace Nico Harrison permanently, […] The post Mavericks prioritize stability in post-Luka Doncic reset appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
NBAJoel Embiid appears to be steadily finding his rhythm again for the Philadelphia 76ers, according to Tim Bontemps of ESPN. Bontemps notes that the big man’s 46 minutes in Thursday’s overtime win over Houston marked his highest regular-season workload in more than three years, a notable milestone for the former MVP. Embiid made those minutes […] The post Joel Embiid rounding back into form appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kelly Oubre Jr. of the Philadelphia 76ers is playing on an expiring contract, which would normally put him squarely in the mix as a potential trade chip ahead of the deadline. However, his recent performance has strengthened the Sixers’ case to retain him, according to Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer. Since returning to the […] The post Kelly Oubre Jr. boosting value for Sixers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Myles Turner is settling into a new chapter with the Milwaukee Bucks after signing a four-year, $108.9 million contract on July 7, 2025, bringing his experience and skill set to a roster built around Giannis Antetokounmpo. Speaking with Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson, Turner discussed how his on-court perspective has evolved and which players now stand […] The post Myles Turner explains adjustments, influences, and role after joining Bucks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Miami Heat travel to the Delta Center to face the Utah Jazz on Saturday, January 24, with tipoff at 9:30 PM ET. Miami holds a 23-22 record, while Utah sits at 15-30. Miami is without Tyler Herro (right costochondral injury), Terry Rozier (not with team), Kel’el Ware (right hamstring strain), and Vladislav Goldin (G […] The post Heat vs Jazz injury report: Herro out as Miami visits Utah 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 .