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Lakers Notes: Looney, Mamukelashvili, Bronny, Doncic

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Kevon Looney believes the new-look Lakers roster will benefit from the team-bonding experience of spending time with Luka Doncic in Slovenia, relays BasketNews. In a recent interview with ESPN LA (YouTube link), Looney called it a unique experience in his long NBA career. “I’ve been in the league for a while and that’s my first […]

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Julius Erving explains why LeBron James is not on his list - TalkBasket.net

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Updated Sep 7, 1:59 PM ET

Julius “Dr. J” Erving says LeBron James’ unfinished career is one reason he does not place the former Los Angeles Lakers star among his all-time players yet. Erving explained that he generally evaluates retired players for his all-time teams, meaning James will have to complete his career before he can be placed in that context. […] The post Julius Erving explains why LeBron James is not on his list appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Isaiah Thomas wants to play basketball overseas - TalkBasket.net

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Updated Sep 7, 2:04 AM ET

Isaiah Thomas appears increasingly interested in taking his career overseas, with the veteran guard publicly expressing his desire to experience basketball outside the United States. His comments came as the differences between NBA and European basketball continue to generate discussion, particularly after Patrick Beverley recently argued that some NBA superstars would struggle to adapt to […] The post Isaiah Thomas wants to play basketball overseas appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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Heat’s Davion Mitchell draws literal lines in the sand with bold 2026-27 goal

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The Miami Heat look like a team worth rooting for in the 2026-27 NBA season. The team finally landed Giannis Antetokounmpo after almost a year of anticipation. Davion Mitchell was another key player that the franchise secured last season. Now, ahead of an exciting NBA season, Mitchell is literally drawing a line in the sand […] The post Heat’s Davion Mitchell draws literal lines in the sand with bold 2026-27 goal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Isaiah Thomas reveals interesting plan to continue career, but not in NBA

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Former NBA point guard Isaiah Thomas is one of the most well-traveled players in recent league history, having played on ten teams in 12 NBA seasons. Thomas made them count, endearing himself to millions of fans and making two All-Star teams during his time in the league. Thomas has remained active in the sport of […] The post Isaiah Thomas reveals interesting plan to continue career, but not in NBA appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Collin Sexton: Walker Kessler Will Have Huge Impact Defensively For Lakers

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The start of training camp is nearly here for the Los Angeles Lakers as they begin their preparation for the 2026-27 season. L.A. retooled its roster around star Luka Doncic and at the forefront was bringing in a cornerstone center in Walker Kessler. The Lakers registered interest in Kessler for several years, but the Utah […]

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Why Jaylen Brown’s infamous ‘favorite season’ quote could bode well for the Sixers

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Updated Sep 7, 12:17 PM ET

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 6: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers talks to the media at Francis J. Myers Recreation Center on August 6, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images In May, Jaylen Brown was down bad. The Sixers had just pulled off t...

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