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Miami Heat superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo has expressed confidence that the team can win an NBA championship, while acknowledging that reaching that goal will require time and preparation. The Greek forward emphasized that he shares the same ambitions as his teammates, head coach Erik Spoelstra, and the organization, pointing to June as the period Miami is […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo confident Heat will win championship appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Norman Powell has accumulated a lot of knowledge during his 11 NBA seasons that will make him a valuable leader on a young Bulls team, writes Joel Lorenzi of The Athletic. Powell and newly acquired Buddy Hield are the only players on Chicago’s roster older than 28, so there will be plenty of teaching moments […]

Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey is still adjusting to life with LeBron James and Jaylen Brown in Sixers uniforms.

The New York Knicks are navigating a challenging contract extension discussion with Karl-Anthony Towns and are significantly apart on a new number. The Knicks are "far more interested" in signing Towns to a contract closer to a four-year, $200 million deal compared to the four-year, $276 million extension he is eligible to sign, reports Jake Fischer at Bleacher Report. Towns is prepared to sign for less than his max, but the two sides are significantly apart on value. Towns can become a free ...

LeBron James offered an early glimpse into the Philadelphia 76ers’ potential after Saturday’s Blue vs. White scrimmage, emphasizing the team’s gradual progress, flexibility and defensive upside. James, who joined Philadelphia in free agency this offseason after eight seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, said the scrimmage was another opportunity for the team to build chemistry. […] The post LeBron James: “We could be a top 10 if not top five defensive team” appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Houston Rockets superstar Kevin Durant has spoken highly of new teammate Bogdan Bogdanovic following their opening training camp sessions, highlighting the Serbian guard’s dedication and intensity on the practice court. Bogdanovic is preparing for a fresh start in Houston after a difficult previous campaign marked by recurring injury problems. Despite those setbacks, the veteran has […] The post Kevin Durant shares thoughts on Bogdan Bogdanovic appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The eyes did not deceive. Karl-Anthony Towns did indeed drop weight.

Most NBA teams held their media days on Monday as the 2026-27 season approaches

After Stephen Curry accepted a smaller contract extension with the Golden State Warriors, head coach Steve Kerr couldn’t help but admire his leadership. The four-time champion committed to a two-year, $116 million contract that includes a player option for the 2028-29 season Despite being qualified for an extension worth up to $136.7 million, Curry chose […] The post Steve Kerr praises Curry for pay cut, looks ahead to next summer appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Golden State Warriors veteran Al Horford is already quite impressed by the overall makeup of rookie Yaxel Lendeborg. (via Golden State Warriors): “Yaxel, extremely hard worker. You can tell he’s dedicated, he’s committed, he’s hungry, he’s here. We’ve been here for weeks now training together, and it’s just been really nice just to see him […] The post Al Horford: Yaxel’s skill/talent level reminds me of Michael Beasley appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

JJ Redick acknowledged something he hadn’t planned to divulge. When asked how different it feels being in his third year as an NBA coach than his first, he opened up.  “I probably shouldn’t admit this,” Redick said at Lakers practice Wednesday, “but early in my coaching career I felt like I was cosplaying a little...

Kris Dunn has been impressed by rookie Keaton Wagler early in Los Angeles Clippers training camp, highlighting the fifth overall pick’s basketball IQ, shooting and ability to make plays on both ends of the floor. Dunn spoke about Wagler during his media availability Wednesday, September 30, and said the young guard has quickly stood out […] The post Kris Dunn praises Keaton Wagler’s intelligence and play appeared first on TalkBasket.net.