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Austin Reaves believes the Los Angeles Lakers can make significant strides defensively this season after the team added several players known for their defensive ability during the offseason. Speaking to reporters at Lakers training camp on Wednesday, Reaves highlighted Matisse Thybulle and Ziaire Williams in particular after facing them during the first few practices. “Trying […] The post Austin Reaves: “Defensively, we’re gonna be much better” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Mavericks are entering an exciting year now that Kyrie Irving is set to play alongside Cooper Flagg for the first time. They also have a new, first-time NBA head coach in Dusty May, who has hit the ground running but isn’t rushing the important decisions. While Flagg and Irving represent two clear starters, May […]

The Golden State Warriors are placing considerable emphasis on improving their transition defense during training camp after struggling in that area throughout last season. Wednesday’s second practice at BYU-Hawaii featured another controlled 5-on-5 session, although the overall workload was slightly lighter than the opening day. Head coach Steve Kerr acknowledged that Golden State must address […] The post Steve Kerr identifies Warriors’ transition defense as training camp priority appeared ...

Tacko Fall was diagnosed with a left hip strain, the Philadelphia 76ers announced on Thursday. Fall will be re-evaluated in two weeks. Fall, who signed a training camp deal with the Sixers, averaged 1.1 points and 2.1 rebounds for the Cavs last season.

Here is why the Warriors' preseason loss to the Clippers exposed bigger problems around Stephen Curry, their thin rotation, and a risky start.

The New York Knicks are unlikely to reach contract extensions with Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart or Miles McBride before the regular season begins, according to Ian Begley of SNY. The biggest issue is Towns, with a significant gap remaining between what the Knicks are offering and what the four-time All-Star is seeking. “Logically, the Knicks […] The post Knicks unlikely to extend Towns, Hart and McBride before season appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Walker Kessler’s contract stance played a major role in the Utah Jazz’s decision to trade him to the Los Angeles Lakers this summer, according to Marc Stein. Kessler’s camp successfully convinced Jazz officials that the center was determined to accept the qualifying offer if he remained in Utah, according to Stein. That would have allowed […] The post Walker Kessler forced Jazz to trade him appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

While Porter was never going to get the full four years, $234 million he’s eligible for, how much will he and agent Mark Bartelstein demand?

Ja Morant said joining the Portland Trail Blazers has given him a fresh start and a chance to focus on basketball after several difficult seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies. Speaking during Portland’s media day on Monday, September 28, Morant said the move is beginning to feel real as the start of the 2026-27 season approaches. […] The post Ja Morant: ‘Now I get to start over’ with Trail Blazers appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

AJ Dybantsa said he does not feel the pressure typically associated with being the No. 1 overall pick as he prepares for his rookie season with the Washington Wizards. Speaking during Wizards media day on Monday, September 28, Dybantsa said the veteran talent around him has allowed him to focus on learning rather than immediately […] The post AJ Dybantsa: “There’s not a lot of pressure on me” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The big man left the Knicks in free agency after winning an NBA title and signed with the rival Celtics.

VJ Edgecombe enters his second NBA season alongside LeBron James, Jaylen Brown, Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, but the Philadelphia 76ers guard said his approach remains centered on learning and playing his game. Speaking during Philadelphia’s media day on Monday, September 28, Edgecombe said he was excited about James joining the team and the opportunity […] The post VJ Edgecombe embraces learning from LeBron James appeared first on TalkBasket.net.