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Chris Paul recently opened up about his uncertain future during an appearance on Prime Sports’ Good Sports with Kevin Hart and Kenan Thompson, making it clear that he isn’t ready for his career to fade out quietly. Reflecting on his current situation with the Los Angeles Clippers and the possibility that his playing days may […] The post Chris Paul wants meaningful ending to career appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
NBABy the time Jalen Brunson and the Knicks returned home, it was as easy to find something orange around New York as at Halloween. The city was caught up in this championship run for nearly two months and the party will last at least a few days more, with the Knicks' first parade through New York — they didn't have one in 1970 or '73 — scheduled for Thursday. The team will be remembered long after the confetti is picked up off the streets of Broadway — and not only in New York.
NBAThe 53-year wait was over. But there was still a bit of business to attend to before Jalen Brunson could begin to celebrate.
Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault highlighted his team’s consistency after Friday’s 131-94 victory over the Golden State Warriors. “I thought that was a really consistent effort by the team… from box to wire it was just a really consistent effort,” he said following the win at Chase Center. The Thunder pulled away after […] The post Mark Daigneault praises Thunder’s disciplined effort in rout of Warriors appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown reflected on Atlanta’s dominance after Friday’s 111-99 loss at Madison Square Garden. “You got to give them a lot of credit. They came in and they’re very physical with us and took us out of what we tried to do offensively,” Brown said. The coach identified paint protection […] The post Mike Brown after Knicks’ loss to Hawks: “I was booing myself inside” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Luka Doncic highlighted the collective effort that fueled Los Angeles’ 128-121 win over Memphis on Friday. “I think we have a lot of people that can close the game. Especially me and Bron, he took over today. Vando hit a big shot, Jake hit a big shot, Jaxson had a big dunk. So it’s kind […] The post Luka Doncic praises teammates and defense after Lakers win over Grizzlies appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers head coach JJ Redick highlighted his team’s late-game execution following Los Angeles’ 128-121 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday. “I just — our defense has been really good in the clutch,” Redick said, pointing to a series of stops that helped seal the victory. Redick noted the importance of Jaxson Hayes’ presence late […] The post JJ Redick praises Lakers’ clutch defense and energy after win over Grizzlies appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
According to Brian Windhorst, league executives see three realistic options ahead for LeBron James once the season concludes. He could remain with the Lakers on a reduced contract, explore opportunities elsewhere through free agency, or decide to step away from the game entirely. What seems increasingly unlikely, however, is Los Angeles continuing to pay him […] The post LeBron James faces 3 possible paths after season appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Memphis Grizzlies visit the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday, January 2, at Crypto.com Arena, with tip-off scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET. Memphis enters with a 15-18 record and a two-game losing streak, while the Lakers sit at 20-11, coming off a one-game skid. Memphis will be without Brandon Clarke (right calf), Zach Edey (left […] The post Grizzlies vs Lakers injury report: Key absences and lineup updates for January 2 matchup appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Norman Powell led Miami with 36 points in a 118-112 win over Detroit, reflecting on the team’s late-game execution. “I thought we got a little comfortable once we got up big…we were able to snap back into how we needed to be defensively and buckle down and get the stops we needed,” he said. Powell […] The post Norman Powell credits Heat’s versatility and defense after 36-point effort in win over Pistons appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Erik Spoelstra highlighted Miami’s defensive effort as key in their 118-112 win over Detroit. “There were some great defensive possessions…tough rebounds,” he said, emphasizing the team’s commitment to controlling the paint and limiting second-chance opportunities. The Heat coach also credited his players’ clutch execution late in the game. “Jaime really settled in…he just got to […] The post Erik Spoelstra praises Heat’s physicality and execution after win over Pistons appeared first on Talk...
Los Angeles Clippers leaned on a dominant fourth-quarter performance from Kawhi Leonard to secure a 118-101 win over the Utah Jazz on Thursday night at Intuit Dome. The victory pushed Los Angeles to 12-21 and extended its winning streak to a season-best six games. Leonard delivered one of the most complete scoring performances of the […] The post Kawhi Leonard erupts for 45 as Clippers overpower Jazz to extend winning streak appeared first on TalkBasket.net .