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The Magic were blown out at home by the Hornets on Thursday, falling 124-97 to a team that trailed them by eight games in the standings entering the contest. Although Orlando was missing starters Franz Wagner (ankle) and Jalen Suggs (knee), several Magic players expressed frustration after the loss about the club’s inconsistent play, writes […]
Appearing on the Pat McAfee Show (YouTube link), Shams Charania of ESPN reported that Giannis Antetokounmpo‘s camp has remained in regular conversation with the Bucks regarding the superstar forward’s future and whether the team is capable of competing at the level he desires. “Giannis and the Bucks have been having ongoing conversations about his future,” […]
The Nuggets have been using Aaron Gordon off the bench since he returned from a hamstring strain to maximize the value of his limited minutes, writes Bennett Durando of The Denver Post. Coach David Adelman wants Gordon to be available to help close out games, so he’s playing him strategically the rest of the time. […]
Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd highlighted his team’s composure and execution after Thursday’s 123-115 victory over the Golden State Warriors at American Airlines Center. “Just composure taking care of the ball… on the defensive end, and then on the offensive end I thought we did a good job of executing and sharing the ball,” […] The post Jason Kidd praises Mavericks’ balance and composure after win over Warriors appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Steve Kerr made little effort to mask his frustration after the Golden State Warriors dropped a 123-115 road game to the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night, focusing on fourth-quarter breakdowns that swung the outcome. “Fourth quarter, I mean, they got 39 on us,” Kerr said. “A lot of free throws… and we got killed on […] The post Steve Kerr points to rebounding, free throws as Warriors fall to Mavericks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
NBANaji Marshall delivered one of the most complete performances of his NBA career on Thursday night, then used the postgame podium to frame it as a reflection of persistence, team growth, and belief. The forward tied a season high with 30 points and added nine assists as the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Golden State Warriors […] The post Naji Marshall channels emotion, growth after 30-point night against Warriors appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Every NBA trade cycle follows the same emotional arc. Rumors surface, insiders tease moves, social media reacts instantly, and betting markets start to shift before anything actually happens. For experienced bettors, this phase feels familiar. It also feels dangerous. The loudest moments often create the weakest decision-making environment. Smart NBA bettors understand that the most […] The post The Calm Before the Trade Make Smart NBA Bettors Watch, Not Rush appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch addressed his team’s late-game issues after Friday’s 110-105 loss to the Houston Rockets at the Toyota Center. “Lots of turnovers in the paint. We needed to get off of it a beat earlier. Too many mistakes in the fourth,” Finch said. Finch also pointed to decision-making errors on critical plays […] The post Chris Finch cites turnovers and free-throw struggles in Timberwolves’ loss to Rockets appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Despite recently falling out of the rotation, Keon Ellis of the Sacramento Kings continues to draw strong attention around the league. After sitting out two games last weekend with a minor knee issue, Ellis has since missed two additional games this week as a coach’s decision, but that absence has not cooled interest in him […] The post Keon Ellis drawing strong trade interest appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The New York Knicks have made calls to the New Orleans Pelicans regarding guard Jose Alvarado and center Yves Missi, according to NBA insider Michael Scotto on SNY. The discussions follow the Knicks’ ongoing efforts to adjust their roster around underperforming pieces like Gershon Yabusele. Alvarado, 27, is in the first year of a two-year, […] The post Knicks explore Pelicans’ Alvarado, Missi in trade talks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Brooklyn made it clear this week that Michael Porter Jr. is not available on the cheap, according to NBA insider Michael Scotto on SNY. Scotto reported that “when Michael Porter Jr. I would say for Brooklyn they’re not shopping him,” and that the Nets would move him only if they received the return they deem […] The post Nets say ‘no deal’ for Michael Porter Jr. unless asking price met appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The New York Knicks appear set to retain guard Miles McBride through the NBA trade deadline, according to insider Michael Scotto on SNY. Scotto noted that McBride’s combination of production and contract value makes him one of the league’s most valuable trade chips, yet the Knicks may prioritize contending for a championship over dealing him. […] The post Knicks likely to keep Miles McBride past trade deadline appeared first on TalkBasket.net .