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Steve Kerr confident Yaxel Lendeborg will help Warriors close games
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr praised his team’s effort despite a 131-122 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Saturday, while stressing that execution and decision-making must improve as the short-handed team continues to develop. “Whoever’s out there, I expect the effort and the spirit and the energy that I saw tonight,” Kerr said. […] The post Steve Kerr confident Yaxel Lendeborg will help Warriors close games appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Yves Missi sidelined indefinitely with knee injury
The New Orleans Pelicans have suffered a setback in their frontcourt, with starting center Yves Missi ruled out indefinitely after sustaining a bone bruise in his left knee. Missi suffered the injury during the second quarter of New Orleans’ loss to the Utah Jazz on Friday when teammate Zion Williamson fell into him, causing his […] The post Yves Missi sidelined indefinitely with knee injury appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Thunder waive Otega Oweh
The Oklahoma City Thunder have waived guard Otega Oweh, creating an available two-way roster spot for the addition of Micah Peavy. The move comes after Oweh suffered a ruptured right Achilles tendon during the preseason, an injury that will keep him sidelined for the entire 2026-27 NBA campaign. With Oweh unable to contribute this season, […] The post Thunder waive Otega Oweh appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Yaxel Lendeborg admits going too far with Luka Doncic trash talk
Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg has admitted that his criticism of Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic may have gone too far following their heated matchup in the NBA season opener. Lendeborg was assigned to defend Doncic, and the two players exchanged words throughout the game. Despite facing one of the league’s biggest stars […] The post Yaxel Lendeborg admits going too far with Luka Doncic trash talk appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Seth Curry criticizes Warriors’ roster situation
The Golden State Warriors have started the NBA season with back-to-back losses, and Seth Curry has raised concerns about the team’s lack of depth, particularly at center. Golden State’s injury problems became evident in its second game against the Memphis Grizzlies, when two-way player Graham Ike was named the team’s starting center. Seth Curry, the […] The post Seth Curry criticizes Warriors’ roster situation appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nick Nurse breaks down Jaylen Brown’s impact on the Sixers
Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse praised Joel Embiid’s playmaking and rebounding after the center recorded a triple-double in Saturday’s 127-116 win over the Milwaukee Bucks, while also discussing Jaylen Brown’s two-way impact and the team’s defensive rebounding issues. “Probably more happy with the 11 rebounds,” Nurse said of Embiid, who finished with 28 points, […] The post Nick Nurse breaks down Jaylen Brown’s impact on the Sixers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Devin Booker drops 43 in Suns’ win over Warriors
Devin Booker scored 43 points to lead the Phoenix Suns to a 131-122 victory over the short-handed Golden State Warriors on Saturday night at Mortgage Matchup Center. Booker shot 17 of 25 from the field and added seven rebounds and seven assists as Phoenix won its home opener for the fifth consecutive season. The Suns […] The post Devin Booker drops 43 in Suns’ win over Warriors appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jokic, Murray combine for 77 points as Nuggets beat Pelicans in OT
Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray combined for 77 points as the Denver Nuggets overcame a 23-point deficit to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans 141-135 in overtime on Saturday night at Ball Arena. Jokic finished with 35 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists for his 199th career regular-season triple-double, while Murray scored 42 points and made […] The post Jokic, Murray combine for 77 points as Nuggets beat Pelicans in OT appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Seven Rockets score in double figures to beat Hawks
The Houston Rockets improved to 3-0 for the first time since the 2017-18 season with a 121-114 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday, October 24, at State Farm Arena. Kevin Durant scored 22 points, while Reed Sheppard and Tari Eason added 19 apiece as Houston held off a late Atlanta rally. Amen Thompson and […] The post Seven Rockets score in double figures to beat Hawks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Spurs rally late past Mavericks for first win of the season
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Dallas Mavericks 122-106 on Saturday, October 24, at American Airlines Center, securing their first victory of the 2026-27 NBA season. Victor Wembanyama scored 23 points and blocked four shots, while Dylan Harper added 22 points as San Antonio improved to 1-2. De’Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle contributed 19 points […] The post Spurs rally late past Mavericks for first win of the season appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bulls fall to Wizards despite Caleb Wilson’s 30-point double-double
The Chicago Bulls fell 124-120 to the Washington Wizards on Saturday, October 24, despite Caleb Wilson recording 30 points and 14 rebounds in his home debut. Trae Young led Washington with 25 points and nine assists as the Wizards improved to 2-1 and handed Chicago its second loss in three games. Kyshawn George added 22 […] The post Bulls fall to Wizards despite Caleb Wilson’s 30-point double-double appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
76ers remain undefeated as Embiid, Brown and Maxey lead win over Bucks
The Philadelphia 76ers improved to 3-0 with a 127-116 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday, October 24, at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Joel Embiid recorded a triple-double with 28 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists, while Jaylen Brown scored 27 points on his 30th birthday and Tyrese Maxey added 26. VJ Edgecombe contributed 17 points […] The post 76ers remain undefeated as Embiid, Brown and Maxey lead win over Bucks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Cavaliers edge Nets as Brooklyn’s late rally falls short
The Cleveland Cavaliers held off a late Brooklyn Nets comeback to secure a 125-121 victory in their home opener on Saturday, October 24, at Rocket Arena. Donovan Mitchell scored 22 points, Jarrett Allen added 21 and Evan Mobley recorded 20 points and 10 rebounds as Cleveland improved to 1-1. Michael Porter Jr. led Brooklyn with […] The post Cavaliers edge Nets as Brooklyn’s late rally falls short appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Hornets hand Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Heat third straight loss
The Charlotte Hornets defeated the Miami Heat 115-110 on Saturday, October 24, at Spectrum Center, dropping Miami to 0-3 despite a late comeback attempt. Brandon Miller scored 34 points, while Grayson Allen added 20 as Charlotte improved to 2-1 after suffering a 47-point loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Friday. Dennis Schroder contributed 25 points […] The post Hornets hand Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Heat third straight loss appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nuggets discussed Kevin Porter Jr. trade with Bucks before his release
The Denver Nuggets explored several options to strengthen their bench ahead of the NBA regular season, including a potential trade with the Milwaukee Bucks involving guard Kevin Porter Jr. Denver held discussions with Milwaukee about acquiring Porter in exchange for veteran center Zeke Nnaji and two second-round draft picks. The proposed deal would have provided […] The post Nuggets discussed Kevin Porter Jr. trade with Bucks before his release appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Cooper Flagg diagnosed with mild shoulder sprain after MRI
Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg has been diagnosed with a mild left shoulder sprain following an MRI examination, the team announced. The small forward will be re-evaluated next week, leaving his immediate availability uncertain as Dallas monitors his recovery. Flagg sustained the injury during the Mavericks’ recent game against the Indiana Pacers after landing awkwardly […] The post Cooper Flagg diagnosed with mild shoulder sprain after MRI appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jeremy Sochan set to join Texas Legends as No. 1 pick in G League Draft
Former San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks forward Jeremy Sochan is expected to be selected with the first overall pick in the NBA G League Draft, according to HoopsHype. The 23-year-old will join the Texas Legends, the Dallas Mavericks’ G League affiliate, as he looks to rebuild his career and earn another opportunity in […] The post Jeremy Sochan set to join Texas Legends as No. 1 pick in G League Draft appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Paolo Banchero expected to miss 4-6 weeks with ankle injury
Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero has suffered a low-grade right high ankle sprain, according to ESPN, dealing a significant setback to the team’s rotation. The injury typically requires a recovery period of four to six weeks, although Banchero’s exact return date will depend on how his ankle responds to treatment and rehabilitation. The post Paolo Banchero expected to miss 4-6 weeks with ankle injury appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Smoke detectors chirp inside LeBron James’ house
Smoke detectors chirp at 0:46 and 0:52. The post Smoke detectors chirp inside LeBron James’ house appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Steph Curry says Ty Jerome has ‘gotten a lot better’ since Warriors stint
Stephen Curry praised Ty Jerome’s development after the Memphis Grizzlies guard scored 28 points against the Golden State Warriors in a 111-108 win on Friday, October 23. “He’s obviously gotten a lot better since he was here,” Curry said. “He was a great player when he was here, but he’s got a full green light […] The post Steph Curry says Ty Jerome has ‘gotten a lot better’ since Warriors stint appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
NBA injury report for Saturday, October 24: LeBron James questionable
The Dallas Mavericks have added several names to the NBA injury report for Saturday, October 24, with Kyrie Irving listed as questionable and Cooper Flagg ruled out ahead of their game against the San Antonio Spurs. LeBron James remains out for the Philadelphia 76ers, while the latest report also includes updates for Washington, Chicago, Denver […] The post NBA injury report for Saturday, October 24: LeBron James questionable appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Giannis Antetokounmpo calls for more urgency after Heat fall to Pistons
Giannis Antetokounmpo challenged the Miami Heat to improve their defensive intensity and take greater responsibility after a 128-111 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Friday left them winless through their first two games of the season. Antetokounmpo finished with 36 points and 12 rebounds, but Miami allowed 128 points for the second consecutive game. The […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo calls for more urgency after Heat fall to Pistons appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Luka Doncic admits ‘my game was terrible’ after Lakers beat Clippers
Luka Doncic acknowledged he has plenty of room to improve after the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 125-117 on Friday night, despite his 23-point performance and a career-high 11 turnovers. The Lakers improved to 2-0, with Austin Reaves scoring 28 points and Walker Kessler adding 22 points and six blocks. Doncic said […] The post Luka Doncic admits ‘my game was terrible’ after Lakers beat Clippers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Walker Kessler grateful to be healthy after strong Lakers start
Walker Kessler said he is thankful to be healthy and back on the court after helping the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Los Angeles Clippers 125-117 on Friday night, improving to 2-0 to begin the season. Kessler finished with 22 points, eight rebounds, six blocks and three steals, continuing his strong start after scoring 25 […] The post Walker Kessler grateful to be healthy after strong Lakers start appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
JJ Redick praises Walker Kessler after Lakers beat Clippers
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick praised Walker Kessler’s defensive impact and discussed the team’s turnover problems after Friday’s 125-117 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers. Kessler finished with 22 points, eight rebounds and six blocks as the Lakers improved to 2-0. Redick highlighted the center’s activity around the rim and his ability to […] The post JJ Redick praises Walker Kessler after Lakers beat Clippers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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