NBA NewsTuesday, Jan 27, 2026

Brandon Miller praised the Charlotte Hornets’ focus on details after Monday’s 130-93 rout of the Philadelphia 76ers at Spectrum Center. “We don’t really go into games with, you know, the mindset of, you know, we’ve lost them in the past… locking in on the small details… that gave us this win tonight,” Miller said. Miller […] The post Brandon Miller credits team trust and pace as Hornets dominate 76ers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Hornets head coach Charles Lee lauded his team’s adaptability after Monday’s 130-93 rout of the Philadelphia 76ers at Spectrum Center. “These afternoon games have been really good for us… we’ve been a really resilient group all year, whether it’s injuries or… guys going off in a corner,” Lee said. Lee emphasized the Hornets’ focus on […] The post Charles Lee praises Hornets’ resilience and defense after crushing 76ers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The NBA unveiled the full 2026 Castrol Rising Stars rosters Monday on Peacock, spotlighting the league’s top young talent ahead of All-Star weekend. The mini-tournament will be held Friday, Feb. 13, at the LA Clippers’ Intuit Dome at 9 p.m. ET, featuring three games between four teams. Rookies selected for the showcase include Cedric Coward […] The post Rising Stars 2026 rosters announced appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Since joining the Indiana Pacers, Pascal Siakam has brought championship experience and a steadying presence to a young roster. In an exclusive interview with Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson, the two-time All-NBA forward shared insight into his mindset, influences, and ongoing pursuit of excellence. On the court, Siakam has evolved into one of the league’s most […] The post Pascal Siakam opens up on motivation and point-forward role appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Sacramento Kings visit the New York Knicks on Tuesday, January 27, with tip-off set for 7:30 p.m. ET at Madison Square Garden. Sacramento enters on a five-game losing streak and holds a 12-35 overall record, including 3-19 on the road. New York comes off two consecutive wins and sits 27-18, posting a 17-6 mark […] The post Kings vs Knicks injury report: latest updates ahead of Tuesday matchup appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The New Orleans Pelicans travel to face the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center on Tuesday, January 27, with tip-off set for 8:00 p.m. ET. New Orleans enters the contest with a 12-36 record, while the Thunder lead the Western Conference at 37-10. The Pelicans are dealing with several injuries, including Dejounte Murray, who remains […] The post Pelicans vs Thunder injury report: key absences ahead of Tuesday clash appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Brooklyn Nets visit the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center on Tuesday, January 27, with tip-off scheduled for 9:00 p.m. ET. Brooklyn struggles with a 12-32 record, while Phoenix sits 6th in the Western Conference at 27-19. Brooklyn faces multiple absences, including Noah Clowney who is out with back soreness. Haywood Highsmith remains sidelined following […] The post Nets vs Suns injury report for Tuesday appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Los Angeles Clippers travel to Utah to face the Jazz on Tuesday at 10:00 PM ET at the Delta Center. Los Angeles enters the game on a two-win streak after victories over the Brooklyn Nets and Lakers, while Utah is looking to end a two-game slide following losses to Miami and San Antonio. Los […] The post Clippers visit Jazz on Tuesday: full injury report appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Detroit Pistons travel to face the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena on Tuesday, January 27, with tip-off set for 9:00 PM ET. Detroit enters the contest atop the Eastern Conference with a 33-11 record, while Denver sits third in the Western Conference at 31-15. Detroit faces multiple absences, including Isaac Jones, Wendell Moore Jr., […] The post Pistons vs Nuggets injury report: Who will play on Tuesday appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Milwaukee Bucks are 18-26 and sit 11th in the Eastern Conference as the February 5 trade deadline approaches. Giannis Antetokounmpo remains sidelined with a 4-6 week calf strain, prompting speculation about his availability in potential deals. ESPN’s Bobby Marks identified 10 teams with the assets to pursue the two-time MVP, including draft picks, young […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo trade unlikely before deadline appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

New York Knicks officials have reportedly tested interest in Karl-Anthony Towns, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. While the front office downplays an in-season trade, some rival executives believe the 30-year-old center could be in play. Towns is in the second year of a four-year, $220 million contract, with a player option in […] The post Knicks explore Karl-Anthony Towns’ market amid mixed season appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The New York Knicks are exploring smaller trade scenarios centered on Guerschon Yabusele as the NBA trade deadline approaches. League sources indicate the front office is prioritizing flexibility rather than pursuing a major roster shakeup. NBA insider Marc Stein reported on The Stein Line on Monday, January 27, that New York is focused on moving […] The post Knicks target Guerschon Yabusele in smaller trade talks ahead of deadline appeared first on TalkBasket.net .