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NBALos Angeles Lakers two-way big man Drew Timme made the most of an unexpected opportunity on Saturday, stepping into the rotation because of injuries to Deandre Ayton and Jaxson Hayes. With the frontcourt short-handed, Timme delivered the best performance of his young NBA career, scoring a career-high 21 points while shooting an efficient 9-of-12 from […] The post Drew Timme capitalizes on Lakers opportunity appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
NBALeBron James reflected on the respect between himself and Nikola Jokic following the Lakers’ 115-107 comeback over the Denver Nuggets. “There’s the utmost respect,” he said. “For the grace of today, for me, for all the greats that come, Jokic is one of the greatest players to ever play this game.” James described his moment […] The post LeBron James calls Nikola Jokic “one of GOATs” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Marcus Smart emphasized collective defense as the foundation of the Lakers’ 115-107 comeback win over the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night at Ball Arena. After Los Angeles surrendered an eight-point burst in the final 50 seconds of the first half, Smart pointed to unity as the response. “We just stayed collective together. The coaching staff […] The post Marcus Smart on defense, trust after Lakers rally past Nuggets appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Veteran Terance Mann says that he’s trying to help the Brooklyn Nets’ young players understand what the NBA is truly about from past experiences. (via Brooklyn Nets): “I think that not every one, not every night’s gonna be your night. A lot of these young guys come from situations where they have the ball most […] The post Terance Mann: There’s a lot of money to be made not being a star appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Tyronn Lue pointed to fatigue and defensive lapses following the Los Angeles Clippers’ 138-110 loss to the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday night at the United Center. “You know, of course, you know, the trip we had, you know, going two on one was a good trip for us, but I thought this game went back […] The post Tyronn Lue cites fatigue, defensive breakdowns after Bulls rout Clippers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Cleveland Cavaliers visit the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday, January 21, with tip-off set for 7:00 p.m. ET at the Spectrum Center. Cleveland holds a 24-20 record, ranking seventh in the Eastern Conference, while Charlotte sits 12th with a 16-27 mark. Cleveland enters the matchup on a one-game losing streak following a 104-136 defeat to […] The post Cavaliers vs Hornets injury report: absences shape matchup in Charlotte appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Atlanta Hawks visit the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday, January 21, at FedExForum with tip-off scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET. Atlanta enters the game on a four-game losing streak, holding a 20-25 record, while Memphis is riding a one-game winning streak at 18-23. Atlanta will be without center N’Faly Dante (right ACL) and forward Kristaps […] The post Hawks vs Grizzlies injury report: absences could shape Wednesday’s matchup appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
NBAThe Los Angeles Lakers officially changed hands in June 2025, with Mark Walter acquiring majority control of the franchise at a $10 billion valuation. The sale marked the end of the Buss family’s decades-long ownership, a dynasty that began with Jerry Buss’ purchase of the team in 1979. ESPN’s Baxter Holmes reported that internal family […] The post Lakers sold for $10B amid Buss family tensions appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
NBABALTIMORE – Sinclair’s AMP Sports continues to expand its podcast division, today announcing its newest original series, Cousins, a video podcast hosted by NBA Hall of Famers, leading NBC Sports commentators, and real-life cousins, Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady. Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady aren’t just NBA icons; they’re family. In the new weekly series, […] The post AMP Sports Announces “Cousins,” An All-New Weekly Podcast Series Hosted By NBA Icons Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady appeared...
NBAGarrett Temple has become a steadying presence for the Toronto Raptors, guiding a young roster while continuing to contribute on the court. In his 16th NBA season, the 39-year-old veteran balances his role as a mentor with his limited playing time, averaging just 2.8 minutes across 12 games this season. Temple’s experience extends beyond the […] The post Garrett Temple embraces veteran role while mentoring Raptors’ young core appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Cam Thomas’ future in Brooklyn appears increasingly uncertain as the guard has lost his starting spot and seen his minutes reduced this season. According to Brian Lewis of the New York Post, league insiders view Thomas’ departure as likely either at the February 5 trade deadline or during the offseason. The 24-year-old signed a one-year, […] The post Cam Thomas’ role with Nets shrinking as trade speculation rises appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers highlighted his team’s offensive execution after a 112-110 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Monday at State Farm Arena. “Yeah, I thought it was great execution. We had a bad defense two of them really, you know, helping on Daniels leaving, but offensively we ran exactly what we wanted […] The post Doc Rivers praises Bucks execution after narrow win over Hawks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .