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Victor Wembanyama sets NBA GM Survey record as top franchise cornerstone
San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama has strengthened his position as the NBA’s most desirable franchise cornerstone, receiving a record 93% of the votes in the league’s 25th annual General Manager Survey. NBA executives overwhelmingly selected the 22-year-old as the player they would most want to build a franchise around, improving on the 83% he […] The post Victor Wembanyama sets NBA GM Survey record as top franchise cornerstone appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Knicks favored in East as Spurs dominate NBA young core rankings
The New York Knicks have emerged as the leading favorites to win the Eastern Conference in the 2026-27 NBA season, according to the league’s annual General Manager Survey. The defending NBA champions received 60% of first-place votes from executives, comfortably ahead of the Philadelphia 76ers, who finished second with 23%. The results mark a change […] The post Knicks favored in East as Spurs dominate NBA young core rankings appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Spurs, Thunder dominate NBA championship predictions in GM survey
The San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder have emerged as the overwhelming favorites to win the 2026-27 NBA championship, according to the league’s 25th annual General Manager Survey. A combined 93% of NBA executives selected one of the two Western Conference teams to capture the title. San Antonio received 50% of the votes, narrowly […] The post Spurs, Thunder dominate NBA championship predictions in GM survey appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
De’Aaron Fox says Spurs guards discussed playing together during summer
San Antonio Spurs guard De’Aaron Fox has revealed that he, Dylan Harper and Stephon Castle discussed the possibility of playing together in the starting lineup during a summer visit to Victor Wembanyama in France. The conversation came before head coach Mitch Johnson tested the three-guard combination in Wednesday’s 123-103 preseason victory over the Phoenix Suns. […] The post De’Aaron Fox says Spurs guards discussed playing together during summer appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Spurs experiment with three-guard lineup in preseason victory
San Antonio Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson started De’Aaron Fox, Dylan Harper and Stephon Castle together for the first time during Wednesday’s 123-103 preseason victory over the Phoenix Suns. The three guards combined for 31 points, 12 rebounds and six assists in the first half, helping San Antonio establish a 60-49 lead at halftime. The […] The post Spurs experiment with three-guard lineup in preseason victory appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Julian Strawther to undergo MRI after suffering leg injury
Denver Nuggets wing Julian Strawther is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Thursday after suffering a left leg injury during Wednesday’s preseason game. The injury occurred midway through the third quarter when Strawther attempted to escape a double-team. His left leg twisted awkwardly, causing him to fall to the floor. The 24-year-old was unable to […] The post Julian Strawther to undergo MRI after suffering leg injury appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Clippers provide update on Brandon Ingram’s Achilles recovery
The Los Angeles Clippers have shared a positive update on Brandon Ingram’s recovery from a partially torn right Achilles tendon, confirming that the veteran forward has resumed on-court workouts. Although Ingram is still expected to miss the beginning of the 2026-27 NBA regular season, his progress suggests that he could return sooner than initially anticipated. […] The post Clippers provide update on Brandon Ingram’s Achilles recovery appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Enes Kanter: Celtics players shared OnlyFans password during NBA bubble
Former Boston Celtics center Enes Kanter Freedom claims that some of his teammates shared a password that provided free access to OnlyFans content during the NBA’s 2020 bubble in Orlando. Speaking on The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show, Kanter Freedom recalled that players circulated a code allowing them to access content from creators on […] The post Enes Kanter: Celtics players shared OnlyFans password during NBA bubble appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Mexico City enters NBA expansion race as Seattle’s position weakens
Mexico City has emerged as a potential destination in the NBA’s expansion plans, with commissioner Adam Silver reportedly telling team owners that a Seattle franchise is “no longer a lock,” according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst. Windhorst reported that at least one Mexico City-based group had approached the NBA’s expansion partner, PJT Partners, with a proposal […] The post Mexico City enters NBA expansion race as Seattle’s position weakens appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Qualifiers: Five Key Areas That Could Decide Nigeria’s Campaign
Nigeria has the basketball talent to attract attention at every major international competition. As the road to the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup continues, D’Tigers will need to combine individual skill with consistent team performances. However, qualifying for a global tournament is never achieved through offensive talent alone. Scheduled to take place in Qatar from […] The post FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Qualifiers: Five Key Areas That Could Decide Nigeria’s Campaign appeared first o...
EuroLeague projects €13 billion valuation in 10-year business plan
Euroleague Basketball has unveiled a 10-year business plan projecting a combined value of more than €13 billion for the competition and its licensed clubs, alongside €3.4 billion in distributions to participating teams. The plan was approved by all 13 EuroLeague shareholder clubs and was presented following the Euroleague Commercial Assets (ECA) shareholders’ meeting held on […] The post EuroLeague projects €13 billion valuation in 10-year business plan appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Ime Udoka: We want to increase our pace/hunt shots earlier in the clock
Here’s Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka on wanting the team to play faster this season. (via Rocket Fuel-A Houston Rockets show): “The quicker the better. The pace that we want to play at, it’s advantageous for us and we really emphasize getting out and running, kick-aheads, and taking the first quality shot. And so, […] The post Ime Udoka: We want to increase our pace/hunt shots earlier in the clock appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
James Harden reveals when he might shave his trademark beard
James Harden is not planning to shave his trademark beard while he remains an NBA player, but the Cleveland Cavaliers guard is open to changing his appearance once his basketball career ends. “I’m definitely gonna keep it while I’m playing basketball,” Harden said when asked whether he would keep his beard forever. “Honestly, once I’m […] The post James Harden reveals when he might shave his trademark beard appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Cade Cunningham says Pistons are still being overlooked
Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham believes his team is not receiving enough recognition heading into the 2026-27 NBA season, despite its recent success and an active offseason aimed at building a championship contender. “I still feel like we’re a little slept on, man. I still feel like people don’t really give us the credit that […] The post Cade Cunningham says Pistons are still being overlooked appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Knicks waive Tony Bradley and Ochai Agbaji
The New York Knicks are waiving Tony Bradley and Ochai Agbaji, along with Drew Eubanks, as they finalize their roster ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season, Shams Charania reported on Thursday, October 15. Eubanks suffered a torn pectoral muscle and will miss an extended period, according to Charania. The center had been competing for a […] The post Knicks waive Tony Bradley and Ochai Agbaji appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Allen Iverson would trade MVP and All-Star honors for NBA title
Allen Iverson said he would give up his MVP award, All-Star selections and place among the NBA’s 75 greatest players to win an NBA championship, reflecting on his career during an appearance on Underground Lounge. “I would give my MVP trophy back. All-Stars and first team, all that, man, I would give it back for […] The post Allen Iverson would trade MVP and All-Star honors for NBA title appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers genuinely believe in Bronny James
The Los Angeles Lakers genuinely believe in Bronny James as a player, with the franchise attracted to his athleticism, length and work ethic, Dan Woike reported in a Reddit question-and-answer session on Thursday, October 15. Woike said the Lakers understood that drafting Bronny would make his father, LeBron James, happy, but emphasized that the organization […] The post Lakers genuinely believe in Bronny James appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Clippers offer Cam Christie a path to stay
The Los Angeles Clippers have offered Cam Christie an opportunity to remain with the franchise on a two-way contract after waiving the 21-year-old guard, Jake Fischer reported in The Stein Line on Thursday, October 15. Christie was released ahead of a $2.30 million salary guarantee deadline, according to league sources cited by HoopsHype. The proposed […] The post Clippers offer Cam Christie a path to stay appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bucks weigh trading Kevin Porter Jr. and Caris LeVert
The Milwaukee Bucks have weighed potential trades involving guard Kevin Porter Jr. and Caris LeVert, Jake Fischer reported for The Stein Line on Thursday, Oct. 15. Fischer’s sources said the aim is to “avoid simply releasing players under contract.” Porter, 26, is in the final year of a two-year, $10.5 million contract. He averaged 17.4 […] The post Bucks weigh trading Kevin Porter Jr. and Caris LeVert appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers and Bucks discuss Dalton Knecht-Jericho Sims swap
The Los Angeles Lakers and Milwaukee Bucks have held exploratory talks on a trade that would send Dalton Knecht and second-round draft capital to Milwaukee for center Jericho Sims, Jake Fischer reported for The Stein Line on Thursday, Oct. 15. Fischer heard pessimism from sources briefed on the talks that a deal will get done. […] The post Lakers and Bucks discuss Dalton Knecht-Jericho Sims swap appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
76ers could target Moussa Cisse
The Philadelphia 76ers could consider Dallas Mavericks center Moussa Cisse as they look to address a frontcourt need following Ariel Hukporti’s season-ending Achilles injury, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. “The Mavericks’ Moussa Cisse is another name to potentially file away for the Sixers after the loss to Ariel Hukporti to a season-ending […] The post 76ers could target Moussa Cisse appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Grizzlies exploring trade market for GG Jackson II and Walter Clayton Jr.
The Memphis Grizzlies are exploring potential trades involving GG Jackson II and Walter Clayton Jr., according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, marking a possible change in direction for the franchise as it continues to reshape its roster. “I’m told, however, that the Grizzlies have been exploring potential trade markets for GG Jackson II […] The post Grizzlies exploring trade market for GG Jackson II and Walter Clayton Jr. appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Rockets dominate Thunder in preseason finale
The Houston Rockets defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 116-89 at Toyota Center on Thursday, October 15, to close their preseason schedule with a convincing victory. Houston built a 27-15 lead in the first quarter and pulled away again after halftime, outscoring Oklahoma City 62-42 in the second half. Alperen Sengun led the Rockets with 14 […] The post Rockets dominate Thunder in preseason finale appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Knicks close preseason by edging Raptors
The New York Knicks closed their preseason schedule with a 122-120 win over the Toronto Raptors at Madison Square Garden on Thursday, October 15. Tyler Kolek hit a go-ahead three-pointer with 53.2 seconds remaining, helping New York hold on for a two-point victory. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 20 points and seven assists, while […] The post Knicks close preseason by edging Raptors appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Real Madrid cruises past ASVEL as Andres Feliz hits eight threes
Real Madrid defeated LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne 111-92 on Thursday, October 15, improving to 3-3 in the 2026-27 EuroLeague season behind a career-high 26 points from Andres Feliz. The Dominican guard made 8 of 11 three-point attempts, tying the club record for three-pointers in a EuroLeague game as Madrid overcame a third-quarter comeback to secure the […] The post Real Madrid cruises past ASVEL as Andres Feliz hits eight threes appeared first on TalkBasket.net .