NBA NewsThursday, Sep 17, 2026

Appearing on TSN earlier this week (YouTube link), ESPN’s Shams Charania discussed the blockbuster trade that finally sent Kawhi Leonard back to the Raptors on Monday after it was initially agreed to on June 30. When asked whether the Clippers and Raptors considered altering the original terms of the deal after Los Angeles was forced […]

Brendan Haywood believes the NBA has lost some of the offensive identity that once separated one team from another, pointing to the league-wide adoption of analytics-driven principles as a major reason. Speaking on Gil’s Arena, Haywood compared the current NBA with college basketball, where he believes teams are more likely to maintain distinct offensive systems […] The post Brendan Haywood says NBA has lost its offensive identity appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Gilbert Arenas believes the Toronto Raptors sacrificed too much of their future when they traded Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick and multiple draft assets to bring Kawhi Leonard back to the franchise. Toronto completed the blockbuster deal with the Los Angeles Clippers on September 14 after the trade had been held up since July. The Raptors […] The post Gilbert Arenas questions Raptors’ Kawhi Leonard trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Gilbert Arenas believes the Boston Celtics will be better offensively with Paul George than they were with Jaylen Brown, pointing to George’s natural scoring ability and fit within Boston’s spacing-heavy system. Speaking on Gil’s Arena, Arenas argued that George gives the Celtics a different type of offensive weapon than the player they traded away this […] The post Gilbert Arenas: Paul George makes Celtics better offensively appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Luka Doncic is preparing to take complete control of the Los Angeles Lakers as the franchise moves forward without LeBron James. The pressure that comes with leading the Lakers is significant. The organization has won 17 championships, and its biggest stars have traditionally faced constant attention and criticism. Doncic will soon carry that responsibility without […] The post Luka Doncic takes Lakers spotlight after LeBron James appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Introduction Over the past two decades, professional basketball has transformed into a truly global sport. The traditional dominance of North American athletes in elite basketball has evolved into a diverse landscape where international players regularly claim MVP honors, lead franchises, and dictate tactical innovations. European academies, scouting networks, and modern sports science have established a […] The post The Rise of International Talent in the NBA and European Leagues appeared fi...

The Washington Wizards have signed guard Jordan Schakel to a training camp deal, HoopsHype reported. Schakel returns to the organization after previously spending parts of three seasons with the Wizards and their G League affiliate, the Capital City Go-Go. His familiarity with the franchise and experience in the G League give Washington an experienced option […] The post Wizards sign Jordan Schakel appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Michael Porter Jr. believes the Brooklyn Nets can win more than 50 games during the 2026-27 season, pointing to the continued development of the team’s young players and the importance of building chemistry. “If we get that chemistry right… all of our young guys from last year who got so much better now… we’re going […] The post Michael Porter Jr. believes Nets can win 50-plus games appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Basking in the glow and attention of the franchise’s first title since Richard Nixon was in the White House, players were everywhere the past three months.

Montrezl Harrell has questioned the Washington Wizards’ roster construction, saying he does not understand the direction of the team and calling the group a “disaster” ahead of the 2026-27 season. Speaking with Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson, Harrell focused on Washington’s crowded frontcourt and what he views as a lack of balance around Trae Young in […] The post Montrezl Harrell calls Wizards roster a disaster appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Los Angeles Lakers did not make ESPN’s top 10 teams with the best futures over the next three seasons, ranking 13th in the outlet’s 2026-27 outlook. The Lakers were placed behind the Oklahoma City Thunder, San Antonio Spurs, Boston Celtics, Houston Rockets, New York Knicks, Detroit Pistons, Charlotte Hornets, Philadelphia 76ers, Atlanta Hawks and […] The post Lakers ranked 13th in ESPN’s three-year NBA outlook appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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