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Giannis Antetokounmpo says Heat chemistry at all-time high
Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo believes the team’s chemistry has reached its highest level, pointing to the relationships between players and their willingness to support one another. The Greek forward spoke positively about the atmosphere within the team, explaining that Miami’s players are working together and encouraging each other. Antetokounmpo also acknowledged that there is […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo says Heat chemistry at all-time high appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Steve Kerr on Warriors: “Nowhere near where we want to be”
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr believes his team still has significant work to do before the start of the 2026-27 NBA regular season, despite a strong second-half performance in Tuesday’s 101-89 preseason victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. “We’re not anywhere close to where we want to be,” Kerr said after the game. […] The post Steve Kerr on Warriors: “Nowhere near where we want to be” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Davion Mitchell calls Giannis Antetokounmpo greatest player ever
Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell has spoken about playing alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo, describing the Greek forward as the greatest player in basketball history. Mitchell discussed Antetokounmpo’s ability to create scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates, particularly when opposing defenses focus on stopping him near the basket. The guard believes Antetokounmpo’s passing ability makes him […] The post Davion Mitchell calls Giannis Antetokounmpo greatest player ever appeared f...
Giannis Antetokounmpo discusses Davion Mitchell’s offensive impact
Miami Heat star Giannis Antetokounmpo has spoken positively about teammate Davion Mitchell, pointing to the guard’s speed, playing style and ability to maintain a fast offensive pace. Antetokounmpo explained that Mitchell plays an important role in Miami’s offense, particularly when it comes to pushing the ball and keeping the team moving quickly. “He’s incredible, and […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo discusses Davion Mitchell’s offensive impact appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kawhi Leonard is most feared player in East, says Kendrick Perkins
Kendrick Perkins believes Kawhi Leonard is the most feared and dangerous player in the Eastern Conference after the forward’s move from the LA Clippers to the Toronto Raptors reshaped the balance of power in the East. “Kawhi Leonard is the most feared and most dangerous player in the Eastern Conference — and his peers know […] The post Kawhi Leonard is most feared player in East, says Kendrick Perkins appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Dusty May addresses Dwight Powell’s chances of making Mavericks roster
Dallas Mavericks coach Dusty May praised Dwight Powell’s contributions to the team but stopped short of confirming whether the veteran center will secure a spot on the regular-season roster. “Those questions I can’t answer,” May said when asked how close Powell is to forcing his way onto the roster, per Noah Weber. “Dwight has been […] The post Dusty May addresses Dwight Powell’s chances of making Mavericks roster appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Nick Van Exel wants Cooper Flagg to study Tracy McGrady
Former NBA guard Nick Van Exel believes Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving can form a highly effective partnership for the Dallas Mavericks, while emphasizing how much the reigning Rookie of the Year can learn from the veteran point guard. Speaking to Marc Stein on the DLLS Mavs Podcast, Van Exel expressed excitement about seeing the […] The post Nick Van Exel wants Cooper Flagg to study Tracy McGrady appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Amar’e Stoudemire graduates from police academy, begins new career
Amar’e Stoudemire has graduated from the Miami Dade College School of Justice’s Basic Law Enforcement Academy and is preparing to begin a new career as a police officer with the Miami Dade Schools Police Department. Miami Dade College announced the milestone on Wednesday, October 14, confirming that the six-time NBA All-Star completed months of training […] The post Amar’e Stoudemire graduates from police academy, begins new career appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Mitchell Robinson: “Joe Mazzulla has been on my ass”
Mitchell Robinson has embraced Joe Mazzulla’s demanding coaching style as the Boston Celtics center adjusts to a more active offensive role following his move from the New York Knicks. “He get on my ass a lot,” Robinson said of Mazzulla after Boston’s 114-93 preseason victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday. “Which I, you know, […] The post Mitchell Robinson: “Joe Mazzulla has been on my ass” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kasparas Jakucionis on Bucks: “We’re way far from where we should be”
Kasparas Jakucionis acknowledged that the Milwaukee Bucks have significant room for improvement after their 125-104 preseason loss to the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday, while emphasizing the importance of maintaining his aggressive playing style and learning from early foul trouble. Jakucionis finished with 18 points and six assists at Fiserv Forum, converting all 11 of his […] The post Kasparas Jakucionis on Bucks: “We’re way far from where we should be” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Clippers pull away from Nuggets for preseason win
The LA Clippers defeated the Denver Nuggets 122-110 in a preseason game at Intuit Dome on Wednesday, October 14, earning their second consecutive home victory and improving to 2-1 in exhibition play. The Nuggets dropped to 2-2 after allowing 38 points in the third quarter, when the Clippers created separation and carried a 96-81 lead […] The post Clippers pull away from Nuggets for preseason win appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jalen Duren scores 24 in just 15 minutes against Timberwolves
Jalen Duren scored 24 points on 8-of-9 shooting as the Detroit Pistons defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 128-106 in preseason action on Wednesday, October 14, at Target Center. Detroit improved to 2-1, while Minnesota fell to 3-2 after surrendering an early lead. Duren added three rebounds, one assist, two steals and one block in just 15 […] The post Jalen Duren scores 24 in just 15 minutes against Timberwolves appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Matas Buzelis leads Chicago to dominant win over Milwaukee
Matas Buzelis scored 19 points as the Chicago Bulls defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 125-104 on Wednesday, October 14, at Fiserv Forum. Chicago improved to 2-2 in the preseason, while Milwaukee dropped to 1-3 after suffering its second consecutive home loss. Buzelis finished 6-of-9 from the field, including 5-of-7 from three-point range, and added three assists, […] The post Matas Buzelis leads Chicago to dominant win over Milwaukee appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Pelicans edge Mavericks in preseason thriller
The New Orleans Pelicans held off a late rally by the Dallas Mavericks to secure a 101-97 preseason victory on Wednesday at American Airlines Center, improving to 2-1 while handing Dallas its second consecutive home defeat. New Orleans built an early advantage and maintained control for most of the game, leading 56-45 at halftime. The […] The post Pelicans edge Mavericks in preseason thriller appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Wembanyama, Castle lead Spurs to 20-point win over Suns
Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle led the San Antonio Spurs to a 123-103 preseason victory over the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday at Frost Bank Center, as the hosts pulled away after a competitive opening quarter. Wembanyama finished with 19 points, four rebounds, three assists, two steals and four blocks in 23 minutes. He shot 9-for-14 […] The post Wembanyama, Castle lead Spurs to 20-point win over Suns appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Jayson Tatum leads Celtics past Hornets in preseason
Jayson Tatum led the Boston Celtics to a comfortable 114-93 preseason victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday at TD Garden, helping the hosts remain unbeaten through their first three games. Tatum finished with 19 points, eight rebounds and six assists in 29 minutes. He shot 8-for-17 from the field, including three three-pointers, while adding […] The post Jayson Tatum leads Celtics past Hornets in preseason appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Giannis Antetokounmpo nears triple-double in Heat win over Nets
The Miami Heat defeated the Brooklyn Nets 144-128 on Wednesday at Kaseya Center, with Giannis Antetokounmpo delivering an all-around performance to help his team secure its third victory in four preseason games. Antetokounmpo finished with 20 points, 15 rebounds, nine assists and three blocks in 24 minutes. He shot 8-for-10 from the field and added […] The post Giannis Antetokounmpo nears triple-double in Heat win over Nets appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Virtus edges Paris in another EuroLeague thriller
Virtus Bologna continued its winning run with a dramatic 96-94 road victory over Paris Basketball on Wednesday, October 14, surviving a final-possession scare to secure its third consecutive EuroLeague win under head coach Alex Mumbru. Derrick Alston Jr. led Virtus with 23 points, shooting 5-for-7 from three-point range, while Wendell Moore added 14 points. Aliou […] The post Virtus edges Paris in another EuroLeague thriller appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bayern extends Anadolu Efes’ losing streak to three
FC Bayern Munich defeated Anadolu Efes Istanbul 101-93 on Wednesday, October 14, handing the Turkish side its third consecutive EuroLeague loss while ending a three-game losing streak of its own. Duane Washington led the visitors with 21 points off the bench, continuing an impressive start to his Bayern career. Washington shot 8-for-12 from the field, […] The post Bayern extends Anadolu Efes’ losing streak to three appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Hapoel dominates Besiktas with third-quarter blitz
Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv overwhelmed Besiktas Istanbul 100-82 in Sofia on Wednesday, October 14, improving to 3-2 in the EuroLeague after a decisive third-quarter surge turned a close contest into a comfortable victory. Hapoel outscored Besiktas 32-16 in the third period, including a 17-1 run that broke the game open. The Israeli side finished with […] The post Hapoel dominates Besiktas with third-quarter blitz appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kristaps Porzingis addresses health issues amid indefinite Warriors absence
Golden State Warriors center Kristaps Porzingis has addressed his ongoing health problems, which have kept him out of training camp and all preseason games. The Latvian big man remains sidelined indefinitely as he works with medical specialists to determine the cause of his condition. Porzingis provided an update on X, explaining that his health has […] The post Kristaps Porzingis addresses health issues amid indefinite Warriors absence appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Terrence Shannon Jr. on LaMelo Ball: “He’s the best passer in the NBA”
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. recently showed high praise for LaMelo Ball’s court vision. (via Minnesota Timberwolves): “Oh, LaMelo… he’s the best passer in the league. He see everything. He see stuff that we don’t even see. So, he’ll pass you to being open. But yeah, man, he’s a great player. He’s the best […] The post Terrence Shannon Jr. on LaMelo Ball: “He’s the best passer in the NBA” appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Clippers to waive Cam Christie
The Los Angeles Clippers have decided to waive guard Cam Christie, according to league sources who spoke with HoopsHype. The move comes as Christie approaches a salary guarantee deadline worth $2.30 million. Los Angeles has opted to release the young player before that deadline. Christie, who recently celebrated his 21st birthday, was selected by the […] The post Clippers to waive Cam Christie appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Baskonia fires Pablo Galbiati, brings back Velimir Perasovic
Baskonia have parted ways with head coach Paolo Galbiati and appointed Velimir Perasovic as his replacement on a two-year contract, the Spanish club announced on Wednesday, October 14. The coaching change comes after Baskonia’s difficult start to the 2026-27 EuroLeague season, with the team holding a 1-4 record after five rounds. Perasovic will return to […] The post Baskonia fires Pablo Galbiati, brings back Velimir Perasovic appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Kings re-sign Viktor Lakhin
The Sacramento Kings have brought back center Viktor Lakhin on a non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 contract after previously waiving him earlier this month, according to Keith Smith of Spotrac. The move comes as Sacramento deals with several injuries to its frontcourt players ahead of the NBA regular season. Maxime Raynaud has been ruled out for multiple […] The post Kings re-sign Viktor Lakhin appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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