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Jabari Smith Jr. drops 30 as Rockets dominate Thunder 119-98
The Houston Rockets defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 119-98 behind Jabari Smith Jr., who had 30 points and nine rebounds on Saturday night. The post Jabari Smith Jr. drops 30 as Rockets dominate Thunder 119-98 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kevin Durant addresses comparisons with Michael Jordan
NBA superstar Kevin Durant believes he belongs among basketball's greatest players of all time, but he does not consider it necessary to rank himself above legends such as Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant or LeBron James. The post Kevin Durant addresses comparisons with Michael Jordan appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
D’Angelo Russell predicts potential 50-point games in China
Former NBA guard D’Angelo Russell tells TalkBasket that his top goal with the Shanghai Sharks is team victories, not personal stats, but he believes he could still drop 50‑point games while playing in China. Russell emphasizes a win‑first mentality despite the potential for massive scoring outings in the CBA.
Josh Smith says retired players miss spotlight
Former NBA forward Josh Smith thinks some retired players who speak about mental health struggles are actually having difficulty adjusting to life outside professional basketball and the attention that comes with being an NBA player. The post Josh Smith says retired players miss spotlight appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Cooper Flagg says Dallas was never considered a potential destination
Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg reveals he never saw Dallas as a possible landing spot, but the Texas state's zero personal income tax sparked his interest and made the prospect financially attractive.
Draymond Green explains why pay cuts hurt
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green believes NBA players who accept team-friendly contracts never truly recover the money they give up, even if they earn additional income elsewhere. The post Draymond Green explains why pay cuts hurt appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Andre Miller handed out $300,000 in cash
Former NBA guard Andre Miller revealed that he once gave away $300,000 in cash to friends and family during a party celebrating his $51 million contract with the Denver Nuggets. The post Andre Miller handed out $300,000 in cash appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Thunder cancel Ochai Agbaji signing
The Oklahoma City Thunder have reportedly decided against signing free agent Ochai Agbaji as the team reassesses its roster needs following Chet Holmgren's injury, according to ESPN. The post Thunder cancel Ochai Agbaji signing appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Paul Pierce would dump girlfriend over arrest
Former NBA star Paul Pierce said he would end a relationship if his girlfriend went to jail, regardless of how long she was detained. The post Paul Pierce would dump girlfriend over arrest appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Brendan Haywood questions Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Miami fit
Former NBA center Brendan Haywood thinks the Miami Heat are dealing with many of the same offensive problems Giannis Antetokounmpo experienced with the Milwaukee Bucks, questioning whether Miami's current roster can succeed. The post Brendan Haywood questions Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Miami fit appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Josh Hart refuses $50 ad-free gaming fee
New York Knicks guard Josh Hart revealed that he refused to pay $50 to remove advertisements from a Spades game on his phone, saying he would rather continue watching ads than spend that much money. The post Josh Hart refuses $50 ad-free gaming fee appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Max Kellerman explains why Cooper Flagg is hard to market
Max Kellerman believes Cooper Flagg lacks the single defining trait that makes some NBA superstars immediately recognizable, even as the Dallas Mavericks forward produces across multiple statistical categories. The post Max Kellerman explains why Cooper Flagg is hard to market appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
LeBron James has a handshake for every 76ers teammate
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope discussed LeBron James’ individual handshakes with his Philadelphia 76ers teammates during an appearance on Dawg Talk, explaining how James remembers a different routine for every player. The post LeBron James has a handshake for every 76ers teammate appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Brandon Jennings says injury cost him $200M
Former NBA guard Brandon Jennings claims a torn Achilles suffered with the Detroit Pistons under Stan Van Gundy cost him a $200 million payday and the chance to become a multiple‑time All‑Star. Jennings reflects on how the injury derailed his earnings and career trajectory.
Tony Allen doubts Jaylen Brown’s defensive credentials
Former NBA defensive specialist Tony Allen questioned whether Jaylen Brown belongs among the league's top defenders after Brandon Jennings mentioned the Boston Celtics star during a discussion about defensive players. The post Tony Allen doubts Jaylen Brown’s defensive credentials appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Steph Curry reacts to breaking Luka Doncic’s ankles
Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry reacted to his crossover against Luka Doncic, which left the Los Angeles Lakers guard off balance and gave Curry a wide-open opportunity. The post Steph Curry reacts to breaking Luka Doncic’s ankles appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
NBA injury report: LeBron James, Joel Embiid out Saturday
This article is being updated as new injury information becomes available. The post NBA injury report: LeBron James, Joel Embiid out Saturday appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Brandon Jennings reveals why Knicks passed him
Former NBA guard Brandon Jennings revealed that he believes negative comments from his former coach in Italy prevented the New York Knicks from selecting him in the 2009 NBA Draft. The post Brandon Jennings reveals why Knicks passed him appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Gilbert Arenas explains why NBA nightlife changed
Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas believes today's players are less interested in spending money at strip clubs, suggesting that many prefer staying home and playing video games instead. The post Gilbert Arenas explains why NBA nightlife changed appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Chet Holmgren injured during Thunder’s injury-filled game
Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren began experiencing mild discomfort in his right knee during Sunday's game, the same contest in which two All-Stars and another starter sustained significant injuries. The post Chet Holmgren injured during Thunder’s injury-filled game appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Chet Holmgren undergoes biological knee treatment
Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren underwent biological treatment for his patellar tendon injury and is expected to remain sidelined for more than two months. The post Chet Holmgren undergoes biological knee treatment appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Chet Holmgren sidelined up to ten weeks
Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren is expected to miss eight to 10 weeks after undergoing treatment for a small tear in his patellar tendon on Friday. The post Chet Holmgren sidelined up to ten weeks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
NBA Cup roundup: Curry leads Warriors’ historic comeback
The Golden State Warriors erased a 23-point first-quarter deficit to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 112-95 on Friday, October 30, as the Emirates NBA Cup group stage opened with 10 games. The post NBA Cup roundup: Curry leads Warriors’ historic comeback appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Besiktas beats Virtus 103-101 on Conor Morgan’s late three
Conor Morgan hit a three-pointer with one second remaining to complete Besiktas Istanbul’s 13-point comeback and secure a 103-101 EuroLeague win over Virtus Bologna on Friday, October 30. The post Besiktas beats Virtus 103-101 on Conor Morgan’s late three appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Justin Robinson leads Barcelona past Valencia in thriller
FC Barcelona defeated Valencia Basket 98-94 at Palau Blaugrana on Friday, October 30, with Justin Robinson scoring 22 points to help the hosts overcome two absences in their backcourt. The post Justin Robinson leads Barcelona past Valencia in thriller appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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