NBA NewsTuesday, Feb 3, 2026

The Oklahoma City Thunder are not expected to pursue a blockbuster move at the trade deadline, as most league chatter suggests that 22-year-old wing Ousmane Dieng is the player most likely to be dealt if the team makes a move at all. Even so, Oklahoma City could look to add depth in the frontcourt, particularly […] The post Thunder seek frontcourt depth appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Philadelphia 76ers recorded the third-lowest rebounding total of any game this season during Thursday’s win over the Sacramento Kings, a performance that highlighted an ongoing issue, according to Keith Pompey of The Inquirer. Pompey notes that Philadelphia has ranked last in the NBA in rebounding over its past 11 games, a stretch influenced in […] The post Sixers search for rebounding solutions appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

New York Knicks big man Karl-Anthony Towns earned his sixth All-Star selection on Sunday night, even as his scoring efficiency has fluctuated at times this season. Knicks head coach Mike Brown strongly defended Towns’ inclusion, pointing to his overall impact and importance to the team, according to Jared Schwartz of the New York Post. “He’s […] The post Mike Brown defends Karl-Anthony Towns’ All-Star nod appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Michael Porter Jr. was left off the 2026 Eastern Conference All-Star reserve roster for the Brooklyn Nets, a decision that appears difficult to reconcile with his statistical output, according to C.J. Holmes of the New York Daily News. Holmes highlights that Porter ranks fifth among Eastern Conference players in scoring at 25.6 points per game, […] The post Michael Porter Jr. still eyeing All-Star spot appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Viewed as a straightforward trade asset for a Celtics team many expected to struggle entering the season, Anfernee Simons has instead played his way into Sixth Man of the Year consideration as Boston has unexpectedly emerged as a legitimate contender, according to Gary Washburn of the Boston Globe. Simons’ reputation as a scorer was never […] The post Anfernee Simons trade increasingly unlikely appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Dallas Mavericks feel that Cooper Flagg isn’t getting the benefit of the whistle when attacking the basket, and statistical evidence may support that belief, according to Mike Curtis of the Dallas Morning News. Curtis points out that Flagg averages 11.9 drives to the rim per game, matching the frequency of Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony […] The post Mavericks question officiating on Cooper Flagg drives appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Jordan Hawkins appears to be the New Orleans Pelicans player most likely to be moved ahead of this year’s trade deadline, according to Rod Walker. Like Jordan Poole, Hawkins has recently fallen out of the rotation and has not logged any minutes over the past six games. After showing promise during his sophomore season by […] The post Pelicans exploring trade options for Jordan Hawkins appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Jordan Poole has been moved out of the New Orleans Pelicans’ rotation over the past four games, as the team has opted for a starting group featuring Trey Murphy III, Herbert Jones, Saddiq Bey, Zion Williamson, and Derik Queen. That lineup change has pushed rookie point guard Jeremiah Fears to the bench while leaving Poole […] The post Jordan Poole emerges as Pelicans trade candidate appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Saddiq Bey has emerged as one of the most sought-after trade assets in the NBA this season. According to Evan Sidery, the New York Knicks, Los Angeles Lakers and Phoenix Suns have all inquired about acquiring the Pelicans’ forward. Bey, 26, is in the second year of a three-year, $19 million contract. Over the past […] The post Lakers, Knicks and Suns express interest in Saddiq Bey appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Dallas Mavericks are increasingly open to moving Anthony Davis ahead of the NBA trade deadline, even if the return prioritizes financial flexibility over long-term assets. ESPN’s Tim MacMahon reported on Monday, February 2, that Dallas has spent months exploring the trade market for the 32-year-old forward as the franchise reassesses its timeline. According to […] The post Mavericks open to Anthony Davis trade for expiring contracts appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Minnesota Timberwolves are evaluating the trade value of Julius Randle and Naz Reid as part of exploratory talks centered on a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo blockbuster. NBA insider Evan Sidery reported Monday, February 2, that Minnesota is gauging interest in both frontcourt players as the Milwaukee Bucks continue to engage teams ahead of the trade […] The post Timberwolves weigh Randle and Reid as Giannis trade talks intensify appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

New York is still actively exploring trade options involving Guerschon Yabusele, but league sources tell James L. Edwards III of The Athletic that his contract is generally seen as a negative asset. As a result, rival teams believe the Knicks would need to include additional compensation to move Yabusele, unless he is folded into a […] The post Knicks continue to shop Guerschon Yabusele appeared first on TalkBasket.net .