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Charles Barkley struggles badly in latest “Who He Play For?” segment
Charles Barkley delivered one of the most memorable—and painful—performances in the history of ESPN’s long-running “Who He Play For?” bit this week. Seated at the studio desk alongside Kenny Smith, Ernie Johnson, and the rest of the panel, he went 0-for-5 on the first pass through the players. He showed only modest improvement on two […] The post Charles Barkley struggles badly in latest “Who He Play For?” segment appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Thunder limit Nikola Jokic, beat Nuggets
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Denver Nuggets 96-84 on Thursday, using a strong second-half defensive performance to secure a victory despite a quiet shooting night from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in their home opener. Jalen Williams led Oklahoma City with 21 points, while Chet Holmgren recorded 12 points, 17 rebounds and four blocks. Gilgeous-Alexander finished with […] The post Thunder limit Nikola Jokic, beat Nuggets appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Carlik Jones delivers as Partizan win Belgrade derby against Crvena Zvezda
Carlik Jones scored 26 points, including seven of Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade’s 10 points in overtime, as his team defeated Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade 85-82 in a dramatic EuroLeague derby on Thursday. Partizan ended a three-game losing streak with the victory at a sold-out Belgrade Arena, overcoming a second-half comeback to improve to 4-3. Crvena […] The post Carlik Jones delivers as Partizan win Belgrade derby against Crvena Zvezda appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Barcelona extends Milan’s woes with fifth straight loss
FC Barcelona defeated Armani Olimpia Milan 89-81 on Thursday, October 22, using a dominant offensive rebounding performance to secure its fourth win in seven EuroLeague games and extend the Italian team’s losing streak to five. Barcelona grabbed 17 offensive rebounds and scored 26 second-chance points at Unipol Forum, creating a decisive advantage in possessions. The […] The post Barcelona extends Milan’s woes with fifth straight loss appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Panathinaikos beats Baskonia in Kendrick Nunn’s return
Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens defeated Kosner Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz 85-79 on Thursday, October 22, as Kendrick Nunn made his season debut in the EuroLeague and Mathias Lessort scored 20 points to help the Greens secure a response to their first loss of the campaign. Panathinaikos improved to 6-1 after surviving a late Baskonia comeback at Telekom Center […] The post Panathinaikos beats Baskonia in Kendrick Nunn’s return appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Real Madrid beats Maccabi with club-record 21 three-pointers
Real Madrid defeated Maccabi Rapyd Tel Aviv 113-99 on Thursday, October 22, at Aleksandar Nikolic Hall, Belgrade, extending its winning streak to four games and recording a club-best 21 three-pointers in the 2026-27 EuroLeague regular season. Facundo Campazzo led Madrid with 21 points and five assists, shooting 5-for-7 from beyond the arc. Andres Feliz added […] The post Real Madrid beats Maccabi with club-record 21 three-pointers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Dubai cruises past Bayern with record-setting first half
Dubai Basketball defeated FC Bayern Munich 107-91 on Thursday, October 22, at SAP Garden, using a record-setting first half and 28 assists to secure its third consecutive road victory in the 2026-27 EuroLeague season. Mfiondu Kabengele led Dubai with 24 points and seven rebounds, while Elie Okobo added 17 points and nine assists. McKinley Wright […] The post Dubai cruises past Bayern with record-setting first half appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Anadolu Efes beats Besiktas in Istanbul derby behind Cam Payne’s 22 points
Anadolu Efes clinches an 89-80 win over Besiktas in the opening Istanbul derby of the 2026-27 EuroLeague season. Cam Payne sparks the comeback with a career‑high 22 points, dropping 14 in the fourth quarter, including three threes in 2½ minutes to halt Besiktas' third‑quarter surge. The victory, secured on October 22 at the Turkcell Basketball Development Center, restores Efes' early league momentum.
76ers rally from a 29-point deficit to stun Cavs 114-106
The Philadelphia 76ers outlasted the Cleveland Cavaliers 114-106, rallying from a 29-point deficit in their home opener on Thursday night. Tyrese Maxey dropped 32 points, Joel Embiid had 24, Jaylen Brown added 21, and LeBron James contributed 17 points and 10 rebounds to complete the comeback. Philadelphia did not back down with a big cushion […] The post 76ers rally from a 29-point deficit to stun Cavs 114-106 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
LaMelo Ball says changing his son’s diapers is not his job
LaMelo Ball shared his approach to parenting during a conversation with Ernie Johnson, revealing that changing his son’s diapers is generally a responsibility handled by his partner. Johnson asked the NBA guard whether he personally takes care of diaper changes, prompting Ball to explain how the responsibility is divided at home. “Nah, my girl do […] The post LaMelo Ball says changing his son’s diapers is not his job appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
JD Vance criticizes WNBA players for walking out during National Anthem
U.S. Vice President JD Vance condemns WNBA players who walked out during the national anthem, saying the protest disrespects the United States and ignores the privileges professional athletes enjoy. He urges players to recognize their opportunities rather than use the anthem for political statements.
Olympiacos tabs John Konchar on two-year contract
Olympiacos have signed American guard John Konchar to a two-year contract, the Greek club announced Thursday, October 22, adding the former Memphis Grizzlies and Utah Jazz player to its roster for the 2026-27 season. Konchar, 30, spent the 2025-26 NBA season with Memphis and Utah. He averaged 3.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.0 […] The post Olympiacos tabs John Konchar on two-year contract appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Donald Trump slammed LeBron James for disrespecting the National Anthem
President Donald Trump has criticized NBA superstar LeBron James over disrespectful behavior toward the United States National Anthem, calling for the Philadelphia 76ers forward to apologize. The post Donald Trump slammed LeBron James for disrespecting the National Anthem appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Karl-Anthony Towns on bidding nearly $1M for baseball card during honeymoon
New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns shared an unusual story from his honeymoon, revealing that he became involved in a high-priced auction for a rare Aaron Judge baseball card while his wife, Jordyn Woods, was snorkeling. Towns recently attracted attention after being identified as the buyer of a rare one-of-one Judge collectible that reportedly cost […] The post Karl-Anthony Towns on bidding nearly $1M for baseball card during honeymoon appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Allen Iverson acknowledges ego contributed to NBA exit
NBA legend Allen Iverson reflected on the final stages of his professional career, acknowledging that his unwillingness to accept a bench role contributed to his departure from the league. The former Philadelphia 76ers superstar explained that he struggled with the idea of becoming a reserve after spending most of his career as a starting player […] The post Allen Iverson acknowledges ego contributed to NBA exit appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Allen Iverson wants even NBA bench players to earn $100 million
NBA legend Allen Iverson shared his perspective on the league’s growing player salaries, explaining that he welcomes the enormous contracts being awarded to today’s players, including those with limited roles. Iverson said he believes every player should benefit from the NBA’s financial success, arguing that larger contracts also reflect the contributions made by previous generations […] The post Allen Iverson wants even NBA bench players to earn $100 million appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Josh Hart says he skips dinner after losses and poor performances
New York Knicks guard Josh Hart revealed that his eating habits after games are often determined by the team’s results and his individual performance, admitting that he sometimes refuses to have dinner when he feels he has not played well enough. Hart explained that losing a game can leave him so frustrated that he chooses […] The post Josh Hart says he skips dinner after losses and poor performances appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lou Williams admits playing drunk under Doc Rivers
Former NBA guard Lou Williams shared a story from his time playing under Doc Rivers, revealing that he once admitted to his coach that he was too intoxicated to play but was still sent onto the court. Williams explained that he approached Rivers and openly acknowledged his condition, even offering to accept a suspension or […] The post Lou Williams admits playing drunk under Doc Rivers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Giannis Antetokounmpo questions whether Jason Kidd’s shooting restrictions helped his career
Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo reflected on his development under former head coach Jason Kidd, revealing that Kidd once instructed him to stop taking jump shots entirely and focus on improving his ability to attack the basket. Antetokounmpo explained that early in his NBA career, he was hesitant to drive toward the rim. Kidd wanted […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo questions whether Jason Kidd’s shooting restrictions helped his career appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jaylen Brown describes emotional reaction to unexpected trade from Celtics
Jaylen Brown opened up about the emotions he experienced after reportedly being traded by the Boston Celtics, explaining that he believed his performance during the previous season had earned him at least another year with the franchise. Brown said the move caught him by surprise, particularly because he felt he had delivered the best season […] The post Jaylen Brown describes emotional reaction to unexpected trade from Celtics appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jaylen Brown opens up about isolation and envy after becoming successful
Jaylen Brown says envy created distance between him and the people closest to him as he became successful, making it harder to open up to those he once leaned on for his mental health JB: “Envy shaped me just as much, you know, ’cause from family to friends and stuff, as I grew up from […] The post Jaylen Brown opens up about isolation and envy after becoming successful appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Magic Johnson warns athletes against partying with their business teams
NBA legend Magic Johnson cautions athletes and entertainers to keep finances separate from socializing, urging that business teams focus on revenue generation rather than joining the party. He stresses the importance of a professional support staff that handles deals and investments, keeping money managers out of personal spending habits. Johnson’s advice highlights how disciplined financial oversight can protect careers and maximize earnings.
Jaylen Brown reveals his favorite purchase is a gold harp
Jaylen Brown revealed that one of his favorite purchases is an unusual luxury item: a gold harp that he keeps in his home and regularly has a professional musician play. Brown explained that while he has made numerous purchases throughout his NBA career, the harp stands out as something he particularly enjoys. “My favorite purchase, […] The post Jaylen Brown reveals his favorite purchase is a gold harp appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Tristan Thompson on LeBron James’ message to Cavaliers after falling behind 3-1
Former Cleveland Cavaliers center Tristan Thompson recalled how LeBron James challenged his teammates to believe they could still win the 2016 NBA Finals after falling behind 3-1 against the Golden State Warriors. Thompson explained that Cleveland’s Game 4 defeat was particularly frustrating because many of the team’s problems were the result of its own mistakes. […] The post Tristan Thompson on LeBron James’ message to Cavaliers after falling behind 3-1 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jaylen Brown regrets buying rarely driven Porsche
Jaylen Brown revealed that one of his biggest purchasing regrets was buying an expensive Porsche that he barely uses because he has a personal driver. Brown explained that he purchased a Porsche Taycan Turbo in 2022, believing it would be a worthwhile addition to his collection. However, he later realized that owning the vehicle made […] The post Jaylen Brown regrets buying rarely driven Porsche appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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