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Steve Kerr cool on Michael Porter Jr. addition
The Golden State Warriors may have to explore other roster upgrades if LeBron James signs elsewhere, but a trade for Michael Porter Jr. reportedly isn’t expected to be one of them. According to Yahoo Sports’ Kevin O’Connor, Warriors coach Steve Kerr remains uninterested in bringing the Brooklyn Nets forward to Golden State. “Sources say that […] The post Steve Kerr cool on Michael Porter Jr. addition appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Ty Lawson’s arrest photo surfaces after vodka incident
Former NBA guard Ty Lawson was arrested in Colorado last week on a shoplifting charge, and his booking photo shows him staring expressionlessly into the camera while wearing what appeared to be jail clothing. According to The California Post, Lawson, 38, was taken into custody on July 16 after police accused him of stealing a […] The post Ty Lawson’s arrest photo surfaces after vodka incident appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lamar Odom reaches plea deal in DUI case
Former Los Angeles Lakers forward Lamar Odom has resolved his DUI case through a deal with prosecutors that could eventually reduce the charge. According to court records reviewed by The California Post, Odom pleaded no contest Tuesday in Las Vegas to one misdemeanor DUI count. In exchange, prosecutors dismissed the speeding and improper lane change […] The post Lamar Odom reaches plea deal in DUI case appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Mario Hezonja’s NBA exit plan hits obstacle
Mario Hezonja has shaken up European basketball after informing Real Madrid that he wants to leave the club and return to the NBA. The Croatian forward notified Madrid on Monday that he planned to activate his NBA exit clause by paying $1 million. However, according to Marca, he has neither presented an NBA offer nor […] The post Mario Hezonja’s NBA exit plan hits obstacle appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jordan Walsh signs extension with Celtics
The Boston Celtics have secured one of their young forwards for the foreseeable future. According to ESPN, Jordan Walsh has agreed to a three-year, $15 million contract extension that will keep him in Boston through the 2029-30 season. The Celtics first exercised Walsh’s $2.4 million team option for the upcoming campaign before adding three more […] The post Jordan Walsh signs extension with Celtics appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Ty Lawson called cop a ‘white bitch’ during arrest
Ex-NBA guard Ty Lawson was arrested in Colorado earlier this month after police accused him of shoplifting a bottle of vodka and becoming confrontational with officers. According to legal documents obtained by TMZ, Lawson allegedly stole a $34 bottle of Tito’s vodka from a liquor store in Castle Rock on July 16 before going to […] The post Ty Lawson called cop a ‘white bitch’ during arrest appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Miles Bridges opens up about troubled past
Miles Bridges said he understands why his arrival in Phoenix has been met with mixed reactions as he begins his career with the Suns. During his first media availability after the trade became official, Bridges openly addressed the concerns surrounding his past while saying he is focused on rebuilding trust both on and off the […] The post Miles Bridges opens up about troubled past appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Gambler claims Stephen A. got Gilbert Arenas scoop
Hollywood whistleblower RJ Cipriani claims he recently tried to alert ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith about former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas, but Smith says the conversation never happened the way Cipriani described. Cipriani, who previously made headlines over his legal dispute involving former Paramount president Jeff Shell, said he approached Smith at the Peninsula hotel in […] The post Gambler claims Stephen A. got Gilbert Arenas scoop appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
LeBron James reshaped Lakers on and off court
LeBron James’ eight-year run with the Los Angeles Lakers will be remembered for much more than the numbers he produced. When he signed in 2018, the Lakers were no longer championship contenders. James arrived to revive one of the NBA’s most iconic franchises, and within two seasons he had done exactly that. Alongside Anthony Davis, […] The post LeBron James reshaped Lakers on and off court appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bronny James breaks silence on LeBron’s future
LeBron James’ free agency plans remain a mystery, and even Bronny James says he doesn’t know where his father will play next season. During a recent appearance with streamer Biggy22x, the Los Angeles Lakers guard was first asked to offer some advice to young fans before the conversation shifted to the biggest question surrounding the […] The post Bronny James breaks silence on LeBron’s future appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bronny James trade far from certain for Lakers
LeBron James’ decision to leave the Los Angeles Lakers doesn’t automatically mean Bronny James will be following him to his next destination. While many have assumed the father-son duo could reunite elsewhere next season, the Lakers are reportedly open to keeping Bronny despite LeBron’s departure. According to the California Post, Los Angeles is seriously considering […] The post Bronny James trade far from certain for Lakers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
LeBron James’ next team could depend on trades
LeBron James’ free agency remains unresolved, and a new report may explain why the process is taking longer than expected. According to Yahoo Sports’ Kevin O’Connor, James is “slow-playing” his decision while waiting to see whether one of his preferred destinations can acquire Anthony Davis or Kyrie Irving. James has won two of his four […] The post LeBron James’ next team could depend on trades appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
LeBron James irritated by Adam Silver’s comments
LeBron James was reportedly close to revealing his free agency decision before plans unexpectedly changed. During an appearance on 92.3 The Fan’s Baskin and Phelps show, Cleveland radio host Andy Baskin shared what a source told him about the timeline surrounding James’ announcement. “Here’s what I was told yesterday about the whole LeBron situation. Last […] The post LeBron James irritated by Adam Silver’s comments appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kendrick Perkins fuels Heat-LeBron James reunion speculation
Kendrick Perkins doesn’t believe the Miami Heat’s viral upload was just an innocent mistake. Speaking on ESPN’s “First Take,” Perkins said the Heat accidentally posting a video titled “LeBron James Introductory press conference” on Tuesday night was too significant to ignore. “Those things don’t just happen under Pat Riley’s watch. … This means that Miami […] The post Kendrick Perkins fuels Heat-LeBron James reunion speculation appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Shaquille O’Neal offers advice to LeBron James
As LeBron James weighs his next move in free agency, Shaquille O’Neal has a simple message for the four-time NBA champion. Asked where James should continue his career after leaving the Los Angeles Lakers, O’Neal believes the priority should be winning another title. “Go where you can win,” the former Lakers big man said. He […] The post Shaquille O’Neal offers advice to LeBron James appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Shaquille O’Neal recalls Vince Carter’s mother confronting him
Shaquille O’Neal still remembers being confronted by Vince Carter’s mother after knocking the future Hall of Famer to the floor during a game in 1999. Looking back on the moment, O’Neal said Carter’s mother made it clear she wasn’t happy. “She said if I hurt her baby, she was gonna beat me up,” the former […] The post Shaquille O’Neal recalls Vince Carter’s mother confronting him appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Shaquille O’Neal launches new true crime series
Shaquille O’Neal is adding another project to his post-playing career, serving as executive producer of the new true crime series Game Day Murders. The former Los Angeles Lakers star, who calls himself a longtime fan of the genre, said combining sports and true crime made perfect sense. “I’ve been a sports guy, I’ve been a […] The post Shaquille O’Neal launches new true crime series appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Shaquille O’Neal explains why he rejects celebrity label
Shaquille O’Neal says he has never viewed himself as a celebrity despite becoming one of the most recognizable figures in basketball. Speaking with Page Six, the Hall of Famer said he prefers to think of himself as an ordinary person and doesn’t want to be grouped with celebrities. “Excuse my French, celebrities are a–holes,” O’Neal […] The post Shaquille O’Neal explains why he rejects celebrity label appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Grizzlies expected to part ways with D’Angelo Russell
The Memphis Grizzlies are expected to move on from veteran guard D’Angelo Russell less than three weeks after acquiring him, according to Kelly Iko of Yahoo Sports. Iko reported Wednesday that Memphis and Russell are expected to work toward a separation this offseason, either through a contract buyout or a trade. Russell arrived in Memphis […] The post Grizzlies expected to part ways with D’Angelo Russell appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Klutch explored Anthony Davis trade as LeBron weighs future
Klutch Sports Group has reportedly explored potential trade destinations for Anthony Davis, but those efforts have yet to gain traction as the Washington Wizards prepare to open extension talks with the 10-time All-Star. According to Ashish Mathur of Dallas Hoops Journal, sources said Klutch attempted to position Davis with either the Cleveland Cavaliers or Golden […] The post Klutch explored Anthony Davis trade as LeBron weighs future appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Pelicans sign hometown guard Jaron Pierre Jr.
The New Orleans Pelicans have signed second-round pick Jaron Pierre Jr. to a two-way contract after selecting the New Orleans native with the No. 58 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. NBA insider Marc Stein reported on Wednesday that Pierre and the Pelicans reached an agreement on the deal, officially bringing the former SMU […] The post Pelicans sign hometown guard Jaron Pierre Jr. appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Rockets add renowned shooting coach Chip Engelland
The Houston Rockets have added one of the NBA’s most respected player development coaches, hiring Chip Engelland as an assistant on Ime Udoka’s staff, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The move reunites Engelland with Udoka after the two spent years together with the San Antonio Spurs organization. Charania reported Wednesday that Engelland will join Houston […] The post Rockets add renowned shooting coach Chip Engelland appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Ty Lawson arrested for shoplifting
Ty Lawson was arrested in Colorado after allegedly stealing a bottle of vodka from a store in Castle Rock, according to an arrest affidavit obtained by FOX31. Police said the incident occurred on July 16 after a store owner reported that a man walked into the business, took a bottle of Tito’s Vodka and left […] The post Ty Lawson arrested for shoplifting appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nuggets reject trade inquiries for Cam Johnson
The Denver Nuggets have no plans to move forward Cam Johnson despite receiving calls from multiple teams about his availability, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. “Numerous teams have called the Denver Nuggets hoping they’d be willing to dump forward Cam Johnson, who’s owed $23.06 million in the final year of his contract, but those […] The post Nuggets reject trade inquiries for Cam Johnson appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Hornets linked to Dennis Schroder
The Charlotte Hornets have expressed interest in acquiring Dennis Schroder as they continue reshaping their roster around Brandon Miller and Coby White, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. “The Charlotte Hornets have been linked with interest in Schroder, league sources told HoopsHype,” Scotto reported on Wednesday. “It’s worth noting that Hornets executive Jeff Peterson is […] The post Hornets linked to Dennis Schroder appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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