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NBAThe Pistons will reach the midway point of the season on Monday with a solid grip on the top spot in the Eastern Conference. How have they achieved that status? The Detroit Free Press’ Omari Sankofa II breaks down three key elements to their success. He notes their defensive rating, points in the paint and […]
NBAThe NBA has announced the starters for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game that will be played at Intuit Dome. 2026 West NBA All-Star starters: • Luka Doncic • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander • Stephen Curry • Nikola Jokic • Victor Wembanyama 2026 East NBA All-Star starters: • Jalen Brunson • Giannis Antetokounmpo • Tyrese Maxey • Cade Cunningham • Jaylen Brown
For the first time in 22 seasons, Lakers superstar LeBron James was not named an All-Star starter, observes Tim Bontemps of ESPN. The news isn’t surprising, given James missed the first 14 games of 2025/26 due to sciatica and understandably had to work his way into shape and form when he did return, having missed […]
Boston is afforded a unique opportunity to get better, rather than cut costs, with Anfernee Simons' expiring contract. What realistic trades are out there for Jonathan Kuminga? 19:12 Should the Raps be in on the likes of AD, Ja, and Sabonis? 31:48 What are the Lakers' options to improve without sacrificing their long-term plans? 41:52 What is the least Brooklyn should be willing to accept for MPJ? 51:45 Can the Knicks move Guerschon Yabusele and Pacome Dadiet for another rotation player? 1:04...
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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. […]
Although his box-score production was relatively limited in Saturday’s contest, the Dallas Mavericks wing Caleb Martin finished with six rebounds, five assists, and three points across 21 minutes. The veteran had been trending sharply upward before that outing. He was riding the momentum of his most impressive two-game run since joining Dallas, putting up averages […] The post Caleb Martin says he’s feeling much healthier now appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Phoenix has been on a strong run lately, capturing 11 wins in its last 16 outings and picking up two of those victories against New York within eight days. Despite spending much of the season without Jalen Green, one of the franchise’s most important offseason acquisitions, the Phoenix Suns have remained firmly in the mix […] The post Suns rolling while anticipating Jalen Green’s comeback appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley addressed his team’s performance after a 126-109 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies in London on Sunday, the NBA’s first regular-season game in the city since 2019. He said, “We didn’t start out the right way. Similar to the last game… the lead got so far ahead, we couldn’t crawl […] The post Jamahl Mosley reflects on Magic’s starts and growth after loss to Grizzlies in London appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Oklahoma City Thunder are set to visit the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday, January 19, in an afternoon matchup at Rocket Arena with significant injury implications on both sides. Tip-off is scheduled for 2:30 PM ET in Cleveland, where the home team enters on a two-game winning streak while the visitors look to bounce back […] The post Thunder vs Cavaliers injury report: Who’s available for Monday game appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Los Angeles Clippers travel to the nation’s capital on Monday, January 19, to face the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena with both teams navigating extensive injury reports. Tip-off is scheduled for 3:00 PM ET, marking the second meeting this season between the clubs after the Clippers earned a 119-105 home win five days […] The post Clippers visit Wizards on Monday: full injury report appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Miami Heat travel to face the Golden State Warriors on Monday, January 19, with tip-off set for 10:00 PM ET at Chase Center. Miami holds a 22-20 record, while Golden State sits at 24-19, with the hosts on a three-game winning streak and the visitors riding a one-game win streak. Miami enters the matchup […] The post Heat vs Warriors injury report: absences ahead of Monday clash appeared first on TalkBasket.net .