The Pistons and Grizzlies have agreed to a trade that sends Isaiah Stewart to Memphis in exchange for three second-round picks. Detroit had been exploring the market for Stewart throughout June and used the deal to create additional financial flexibility as the front office continues searching for more offensive firepower around Cade Cunningham. The Pistons […] The post Pistons trade Isaiah Stewart to Memphis appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Veteran big man Xavier Tillman Sr. is continuing his career overseas after signing with Turkish club Trabzonspor. The 27-year-old spent the 2025/26 season with the Celtics and Hornets after beginning his NBA career in Memphis. Originally selected with the 35th pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, Tillman played a regular role for the Grizzlies before […] The post Xavier Tillman signs deal with Turkish club appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Lakers could have interest in a potential sign-and-trade involving LeBron James if it allowed them to acquire Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen, according to Brian Windhorst. Los Angeles has been searching for a long-term center to pair with Luka Doncic since acquiring the superstar guard, and Allen is viewed as an ideal fit because of […] The post LeBron James-for-Jarrett Allen trade idea gains traction appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Timberwolves president Tim Connelly dismissed recent speculation about Anthony Edwards’ long-term future, emphasizing that the franchise star remains fully committed to Minnesota. Connelly said he speaks regularly with Edwards and recently spent several hours with him discussing both the roster and the team’s future direction. The executive made it clear that the organization views Edwards […] The post Tim Connelly shuts down Anthony Edwards speculation appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Here’s Atlanta Hawks 2026 No. 8 pick Kingston Flemings on what makes him different from other guards in the draft. (via atlhawksfans): “I think winning. I think being able to touch the paint. And I think adaptability. I mean, also my defense. I think any team I play on, I can adapt on it. Whether […] The post Kingston Flemings: My adaptability will separate me from the other rookie guards appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Charlotte Hornets 2026 No. 18 pick Christian Anderson Jr. isn’t worried about being doubted by critics in the NBA. (via Charlotte Hornets): “I’ve always been doubted and I’ve always been that so-called underdog, and I’ve always performed every single where I went. But they’re getting, in my opinion, the best shooter in the draft, the […] The post Christian Anderson Jr. on 2026 draft class: I’m the best shooter/pick-and-roll player appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Boston Celtics could have a major decision ahead after missing out on the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes, with Jaylen Brown’s future becoming a league-wide storyline. According to Chris Mannix, the name he repeatedly heard connected to a potential Brown trade was Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley. “The name and the team that came back to […] The post Celtics eye Evan Mobley in Jaylen Brown talks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s reported description of Bucks teammates as “selfish” landed as another sharp sign of how far Milwaukee’s 2025-26 season drifted from its standards. Jim Owczarski wrote on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel that Antetokounmpo bristled at locker room leaks and pressed for accountability, but the comments also reflected a team that finished 32-50 and 11th in […] The post Giannis called Bucks teammates “selfish” amid locker room tension appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Knicks were highly active on draft night, making a series of trades that ultimately moved them out of the first round while significantly increasing their collection of future draft assets, according to Shams Charania. New York first traded the No. 25 pick, Sergio De Larrea, to the Mavericks in exchange for No. 30 pick […] The post Knicks stockpile assets after first-round trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Austin Reaves is staying with the Los Angeles Lakers after agreeing to a new four-year contract worth $185 million that includes a player option for the 2029-30 season. The deal comes after Reaves declined his $14.9 million player option for next season and entered free agency. His cap hold will remain on the Lakers’ books […] The post Austin Reaves signs record Lakers contract extension appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kawhi Leonard’s future with the Los Angeles Clippers may hinge on extension negotiations over the coming weeks, with NBA insider Chris Haynes reporting that the franchise is expected to explore a trade if a new deal is not reached before the veteran forward enters the final year of his contract. “If an extension is not […] The post Clippers could trade Kawhi Leonard without extension appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nikola Jokic is still feeling the disappointment of Serbia’s EuroBasket 2025 campaign, admitting that the experience continues to weigh on him as he prepares for future national team duties. Speaking about his commitment to Serbia, Jokic acknowledged that the team’s failure at EuroBasket remains on his mind and has strengthened his sense of responsibility as […] The post Nikola Jokic admits guilt over Serbia’s EuroBasket failure appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Trey Murphy III continues to generate significant interest around the league, with several teams reportedly exploring potential trade scenarios involving the Pelicans wing. New Orleans has maintained a steep asking price for Murphy and was reportedly seeking a first-round pick in the 2026 NBA Draft as part of any deal. That outcome did not materialize […] The post Warriors, Celtics among teams interested in Trey Murphy appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly exploring the trade market for help at center and have shown interest in the New Orleans Pelicans big man Yves Missi. However, New Orleans has thus far been unwilling to move the young center. The Pelicans have entered the offseason with high asking prices on several players, and Missi […] The post Lakers interested in trading for Yves Missi appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
ESPN NBA reporter Tim Bontemps is reportedly in advanced discussions to leave the network and join the Hawks’ front office. According to reports, Bontemps would take on a basketball operations role within Atlanta’s organization, working under general manager Onsi Saleh as part of the team’s front-office staff. Bontemps has covered the NBA for ESPN since […] The post Tim Bontemps near move to Hawks front office appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Brad Stevens moved quickly to address speculation surrounding Jaylen Brown after reports surfaced that the Celtics included him in trade discussions for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Speaking after the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft, Boston’s president of basketball operations emphasized Brown’s importance to the franchise despite the recent rumors. “Jaylen Brown is a big part […] The post Brad Stevens reiterates Jaylen Brown’s importance appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The market for New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III is expanding, with the Los Angeles Clippers and Brooklyn Nets reportedly among the teams viewed as being near the front of the race for the 25-year-old wing. Speaking on KNBR 680’s “Murph & Markus,” The Athletic’s Sam Amick said the Warriors do not appear confident […] The post Clippers, Nets emerge as frontrunners for Trey Murphy trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kawhi Leonard’s future with the Los Angeles Clippers continues to draw league-wide attention, but one report suggests the veteran star is not interested in joining the Detroit Pistons and would rather remain in Los Angeles. Speaking on Run It Back, Zach Harper said Leonard’s preference is to stay with the Clippers despite outside interest. “They’re […] The post Kawhi Leonard prefers Clippers future over Pistons appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Sacramento Kings are expected to waive and stretch veteran forward DeMar DeRozan, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, creating a significant change in the team’s roster direction. The Los Angeles Clippers are expected to show interest in DeRozan once he becomes available. DeRozan, 36, is entering the final season of a three-year, $73.7 million […] The post Clippers interested in DeMar DeRozan amid waive rumors appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Anthony Edwards is pushing back on speculation that he is unhappy in Minnesota, with people close to the Timberwolves star describing the rumors as inaccurate and reaffirming his commitment to the franchise. According to Christopher Hine of the Minnesota Star Tribune, multiple sources close to Edwards dismissed the idea that the 24-year-old guard is frustrated […] The post Anthony Edwards’ camp dismisses talk of Timberwolves unhappiness appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The San Antonio Spurs added another frontcourt prospect on draft night, acquiring the No. 26 pick from the Denver Nuggets and using it to select UConn center Tarris Reed Jr. In exchange, Denver received the No. 35 pick and two future second-round selections, according to NBA insider Shams Charania. San Antonio, coming off a 62-20 […] The post Spurs move up for Tarris Reed Jr. as Nuggets add draft assets appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Sacramento Kings paid a modest price to move up five spots in the 2026 NBA Draft, acquiring the No. 29 pick from the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for No. 34 and a future second-round selection. According to NBA insider Shams Charania, Sacramento targeted UConn forward Alex Karaban and was unwilling to risk losing him […] The post Kings move up three spots for Alex Karaban appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The defending champion New York Knicks entered the 2026 NBA Draft with the 24th overall pick and exited the first round entirely, executing a series of trades that transformed three first-round selections into five second-round picks and additional cash considerations. According to NBA insider Shams Charania, the Knicks first dealt the No. 24 pick to […] The post Knicks turn three first-round picks into five seconds and cash appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Washington Wizards acquired AJ Dybantsa as the first pick overall in the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday. Dybansta secured jersey No. 3 from his new teammate Trae Young, as the former Atlanta changed his number from 11 to 3. The jersey No. 11 is retired by the Wizards in honor of Naismith Basketball Hall […] The post AJ Dybantsa gets warm welcome from Trae Young appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Memphis Grizzlies entered the 2026 NBA Draft looking to add talent after a 25-57 season that left them 13th in the Western Conference. By the end of draft night, the franchise had not only selected Mexican wing Karim Lopez but also accumulated five additional second-round picks through a pair of trades that allowed it […] The post How Grizzlies turned No. 16 into Karim Lopez and five extra picks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .