NBARockets coach Ime Udoka isn’t downplaying expectations for the upcoming season. He’s preparing for a lengthy playoff run, according to Kristie Rieken of the Associated Press. “We’re not here to just make the first round, we want to make some real noise,” Udoka said during the team’s media day. “Everybody’s hungrier for that and to […]
NBAThe Pistons, Bulls and Spurs added to their training camp roster by signing players on Tuesday, according to Tony Garcia of The Spot Up Shot. Detroit inked Jordan Riley to a camp contract (Twitter link). The 6’4” wing went undrafted this June out of East Carolina, where he earned All-AAC First Team honors as a […]
The Hornets have announced the signing of free agent guard DJ Armstrong (via Twitter). Armstrong played last season with UMBC, averaging 16.5 points, 3.6 rebounds and 2.5 assists in 33 games while shooting 46.4% from the field and leading the America East Conference in three-point shooting at 41.9%. He’s the son of former NBA player […]
NBAJalen Duren’s future with the Detroit Pistons remains uncertain as the two sides continue to negotiate a long-term contract ahead of the start of training camp. Speaking on NBA Today on Monday, Shams Charania said the Pistons and Duren are “at an impasse,” with his status for the team’s upcoming media day also uncertain. “The […] The post Jalen Duren could skip Pistons media day amid stalemate appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
SOUTHFIELD, Mich. — From neighborhood playgrounds to sold-out arenas, basketball greatness has never belonged to just one stage. The American Basketball Hall of Fame is bringing that story into the spotlight with the announcement of 35 nominees for its Class of 2027, headlined by Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Charles Barkley and Sonny Vaccaro. The nominees represent players, coaches, a broadcaster, a […] The post Magic, Barkley and Vaccaro headline 35 nominees for American Basketball HOF Class of 2...
NBATrae Young is embracing a fresh start with the Washington Wizards and is determined to return to the level that has defined his NBA career. Speaking to Michael Porter Jr., Young said staying healthy is important, but he is not dwelling on his injury-shortened 2025-26 season. “For me, it’s just about, obviously I got to […] The post Trae Young: “I’m ready to get back to what I’ve been” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
NBAThe New Orleans Pelicans have signed forward Solomon Washington to a training camp deal, according to HoopsHype. Washington joins New Orleans after spending the 2025-26 season at Maryland, where he took on a significantly larger role following two seasons at Texas A&M. The forward averaged 9.8 points, 9.2 rebounds and 1.0 assist in 25 games […] The post Pelicans sign Solomon Washington appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
NBAIt has been more than a year since Tyrese Haliburton suffered an Achilles injury, and the Indiana Pacers fell short against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 7 of the 2025 Finals. In an appearance with Boardroom, the Pacers floor general opened up about struggles after his Achilles injury. “And after I got hurt, I […] The post Tyrese Haliburton says KD flew to Indy after Achilles injury appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
NBAThe Los Angeles Lakers will enter training camp with one immediate roster issue still unresolved: they currently have more players on guaranteed standard contracts than they can carry into the regular season. The offseason brought major changes in Los Angeles, including LeBron James’ departure after eight seasons and the addition of nine players. The franchise […] The post Lakers face difficult decision trimming overloaded roster appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
NBAThe New York Knicks are adding Ed Flynn to Mike Brown’s coaching staff, where he will take over responsibility for advising on replay challenges. Flynn spent the past three seasons with the New Orleans Pelicans, eventually becoming their head video coordinator. His official Knicks title will be assistant coach/special situations. During games, Flynn will review […] The post Mike Brown gets a new challenge adviser appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
Trae Young believes drawing fouls has become one of the most effective tools in his offensive game, and he has no problem frustrating opponents in the process. The NBA guard explained that his approach comes from understanding what defenders are allowed to do and recognizing when their physicality crosses the line. Rather than simply absorbing […] The post Trae Young explains how foul drawing frustrates opponents appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
NBADraymond Green believes Big Baller Brand was judged too quickly, arguing that every sneaker company needs time to learn from its early products and make improvements. Green defended the brand by pointing out that first-generation basketball shoes are rarely perfect. In his view, the criticism surrounding Big Baller Brand became so intense that the company […] The post Draymond Green defends Big Baller Brand’s shoes appeared first on TalkBasket.net.