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NBAAt the time of writing, the majority of teams in the NBA had just passed the 41-game mark or were just a game or two back. So, it’s the perfect time to assess the teams that look to be blazing a path to the Conference Finals and beyond. Two teams have been absurdly dominant in […] The post Assessing the NBA Championship Frontrunners at the 2025/26 Midway Mark appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Golden State Warriors are evaluating wing and forward options ahead of the trade deadline, sources told Brett Siegel on Clutch Points. Trey Murphy III, Andrew Wiggins, and DeMar DeRozan are among the players linked to potential moves. Golden State is expected to move Jonathan Kuminga, who requested a trade earlier this month after a […] The post Warriors target Murphy, Wiggins, DeRozan for forward boost appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Orlando Magic are reportedly open to trading Goga Bitadze, Jonathan Isaac, and Tyus Jones before the 2025-26 NBA trade deadline, according to Brett Siegel of Clutch Points. The team is exploring ways to create flexibility for the 2026-27 season while acquiring draft assets. Bitadze, 26, is in the second year of a three-year, $25 […] The post Magic open to moving Bitadze, Isaac, and Jones appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson applauded the motor/defense of two-way forward Nae’Qwan Tomlin after Wednesday’s 94-87 road win vs. the Charlotte Hornets (6 points/9 rebounds/2 assists/zero turnovers/3-7 FG/0-3 3-PT). (via Cleveland Cavaliers): “He’s just got a motor. I mean, his motor is elite. First half: four offensive rebounds. We were missing shots, he gets […] The post Kenny Atkinson: Nae’Qwan Tomlin’s got an elite motor 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 .
The Houston Rockets host the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday, January 3, with injuries playing a major role in how this Western Conference matchup could unfold. Tipoff is set for 8:00 p.m. ET at Toyota Center as both teams enter the game on very different trajectories. Houston Rockets comes in with a 21-10 record and a […] The post Rockets vs. Mavericks injury report: Key absences shape Saturday matchup appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder highlighted his team’s defensive effort after Friday’s 111-99 victory over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. “I think just playing the style of play that fits us… we’ve got to defend,” Snyder said, noting that rebounding and transition opportunities fueled their offense. Snyder emphasized the importance of […] The post Quin Snyder praises Hawks’ defense and ball movement in win over Knicks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Memphis head coach Tuomas Iisalo addressed the challenges of containing Los Angeles’ stars after the 128-121 loss at Crypto.com Arena. “We had a very clear game plan… get the ball out of Doncic’s hands and make other guys finish. Only today, those guys shot with a great percentage,” he said. Iisalo noted that Lakers’ mid-range […] The post Tuomas Iisalo reflects on Lakers’ shooting and Grizzlies’ adjustments after loss appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jalen Johnson recorded 18 points, 11 assists, and 10 rebounds for his seventh triple-double of the season, leading the Atlanta Hawks to a 111-99 victory over the New York Knicks on Friday at Madison Square Garden. Atlanta trailed 30-29 in the first quarter before taking control and never relinquishing the lead. Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 23 […] The post Jalen Johnson triple-double propels Hawks past Knicks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Orlando Magic visit the Chicago Bulls on Friday, January 2, at United Center with tipoff set for 8:00 p.m. ET. Injuries could play a key role as both teams try to extend winning streaks heading into the new year. Orlando enters 19-15 after a 112-110 win over Indiana and a 127-126 victory against Denver. […] The post Magic vs. Bulls injury report: Who will play on January 2 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Denver Nuggets travel to face the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday, January 2, with injuries shaping the outlook at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Tipoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET as both teams arrive trending in opposite directions. Denver holds a 23-10 record and snapped a brief skid with a 106-103 win over Toronto on December […] The post Nuggets vs. Cavaliers injury report: Jokic sidelined as Denver visits Cleveland on January 2 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Atlanta Hawks host the New York Knicks on Friday, January 2, as injury availability looms large at State Farm Arena. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET in a rematch of a tightly contested December meeting. Atlanta enters the night at 16-19 and is coming off a convincing 126-102 home win over Minnesota on […] The post Hawks vs. Knicks injury report: Young’s status in focus ahead of January 2 matchup appeared first on TalkBasket.net .