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Dillon Brooks: “I want to make the playoffs”

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Here’s new Phoenix Sun Dillon Brooks on his expectations for the group this upcoming season (acquired in the Kevin Durant trade). (via NBA on ESPN): “I want to make the playoffs. I want to get right back to where Phoenix supposed to be —…

Grizzlies finalize multiple contracts with options

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Santi Aldama, the restricted free agent, has agreed to a three-year contract with the Memphis Grizzlies valued at $52.5 million. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, this agreement includes a team option for the third year. The…

Pelle Larsson leaves Las Vegas for EuroBasket

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Second-year Miami Heat guard Pelle Larsson departed Las Vegas following Monday’s Summer League game to join the Swedish national team in preparation for next month’s EuroBasket tournament, according to Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald.…

Terry Rozier remains under federal betting investigation

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Amid the broader investigation into Malik Beasley and Jontay Porter’s involvement in an illegal betting scandal, Tom Haberstroh revealed on an episode of Pablo Torre Finds Out that Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier has not yet been officially…

Nassir Little signs one-year deal overseas

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Veteran NBA forward Nassir Little will play overseas for the first time in 2025/26, signing a one-year deal with Japan’s Chiba Jets, the team announced. “I’m excited to help the Chiba Jets win a championship,” Little said. “I’ve visited…

Uncertainty grows as Raptors seek new president

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Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports that the ongoing search for a new team president in Toronto, combined with the new ownership group’s commitment to ongoing organizational changes, has created a sense of unease among those inside the…

Jakob Poeltl remains Raptors’ key frontcourt player

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Newly re-signed center Jakob Poeltl is expected to be a key figure in the Raptors’ frontcourt rotation this season, especially given the team’s thin depth at the center position beyond the 29-year-old Austrian, reports Michael Grange of…

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‘Have we done enough?’: Jon Horst reflects on high-stakes offseason moves

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In a moment of candid reflection, Milwaukee Bucks GM Jon Horst addressed the pressure of building a title-contending roster around Giannis Antetokounmpo – and whether his front office has done enough. “Have we done enough? We’ve done…

Doc Rivers still the right coach for the fob, says Bucks GM

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Despite criticism following two straight early playoff exits, Milwaukee Bucks GM Jon Horst remains firmly in Doc Rivers’ corner. “He’s a championship-level coach,” Horst declared. “He’s the right coach to get us to where we want to go.”…

Giannis Antetokounmpo poised for bigger role as Bucks embrace ‘point forward’ vision

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Next season, the Milwaukee Bucks plan to unleash a new version of Giannis Antetokounmpo. Already a two-time MVP and one of the league’s most dominant forces, Antetokounmpo is expected to assume increased playmaking duties under head coach…

Myles Turner was always on Bucks’ radar, says GM

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While the decision to stretch Damian Lillard’s contract raised eyebrows across the league, the Milwaukee Bucks front office had a specific target in mind: Myles Turner. And according to GM Jon Horst, the pursuit of Turner wasn’t a spur-of…

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins ESPY for Best Male Athlete

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Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander added another award to his decorated year by winning the ESPY for Best Male Athlete. The ceremony, held Wednesday night in Los Angeles, recognized Gilgeous-Alexander for his extraordinary…

Yang Hansen outlines NBA goal

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Portland Trail Blazers rookie Yang Hansen has made his aspirations for his NBA career clear: to grow into a versatile player and help his team win games. Speaking with ESPN’s Malika Andrews, the 20-year-old center was asked about his long…

Why Pick-Roll is redefining basketball connections

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TalkBasket reporters Jasmina Tatović and Paul Terrazzano Jr. had an amazing opportunity to interview founder and strategic lead at Pick-Roll, Dario Ferretti. Dario discussed strategic thinking behind bringing Andrea Bargnani on board, how…

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LeBron James now the only NBA player with a no-trade clause

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With Bradley Beal officially waived by the Phoenix Suns, Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James stands as the only player in the NBA holding a true no-trade clause. ESPN’s NBA Front Office insider Bobby Marks highlighted the rarity of the…

Kon Knueppel: “I used to not be able to shoot”

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Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel opened up about his early struggles as a shooter, describing how he transformed one of his biggest weaknesses into a defining strength of his game. In an interview with Mark Medina of SportsKeeda,…

David Adelman praises Jonas Valanciunas as “legitimate starting center”

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Denver Nuggets head coach David Adelman spoke candidly about the team’s acquisition of Jonas Valanciunas, calling the veteran big man a critical addition to their roster following the completion of the trade with the Sacramento Kings. The…

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David Adelman breaks down Nuggets’ offseason changes

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Denver Nuggets head coach David Adelman outlined the team’s strategic offseason moves as the franchise enters its 50th NBA season. Speaking about the front office’s approach, Adelman said the roster was assembled with careful consideration…

Josh Hart undergoes finger procedure after playoffs injury

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New York Knicks swingman Josh Hart recently underwent a medical procedure on his right ring finger following an injury suffered during the NBA playoffs. The team announced he is expected to resume basketball activities later in the summer,…

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Bradley Beal joining Clippers to spark free agent movement

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Bradley Beal has joined the Los Angeles Clippers after agreeing on a buyout with the Phoenix Suns. The move positions the Clippers to maximize their final veteran minimum roster slot and has already begun to influence the broader free…

Bucks bring back Chris Livingston on guaranteed deal

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The Milwaukee Bucks are re-signing forward Chris Livingston on a fully guaranteed one-year contract worth $2.3 million. Shams Charania reported Wednesday that Livingston’s strong performance in the NBA Summer League helped secure his new…

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Darko Rajakovic: Collin Murray-Boyles can do a lot of stuff

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Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic likes the versatility that 2025 #9 pick Collin Murray-Boyles brings to the team (averaging 9.0 PPG/5.0 RPG/2.0 APG/1.5 SPG/1.0 BPG/60.0% FG/+1.5 +/- in two NBA 2K26 Summer League games). (via…

Bucks sign Cole Anthony after Grizzlies buyout

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The Bucks have officially signed free agent guard Cole Anthony, the team confirmed in a press release. The move was expected after Anthony reached a buyout with the Grizzlies, who waived him over the weekend. Anthony, 25, played his first…

Luka Doncic likely delaying Lakers extension amid EuroBasket

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During an appearance on NBA Today this past Tuesday, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst noted that Luka Doncic may plan to sign a contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason. However, observers shouldn’t expect it to happen…

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Josh Giddey, Bulls remain apart but progressing talks

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Josh Giddey, a restricted free agent, has been noticeably absent from the Chicago Bulls’ Summer League games despite being present in Las Vegas over the past week, per Hoops Rumors. However, according to Julia Poe of The Chicago Tribune,…

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Warriors expected to land Al Horford and keep De’Anthony Melton

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The Golden State Warriors are still positioned to sign veteran free agents Al Horford and keep De’Anthony Melton despite delays in their offseason moves, according to NBA insider Marc Stein. Speaking Tuesday on 95.7 The Game’s “Willard &…

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Bradley Beal joins Clippers after Suns buyout deal

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Bradley Beal has finalized a contract buyout with the Phoenix Suns, paving the way for him to join the Los Angeles Clippers on a two-year deal worth $11 million. The Clippers utilized the remaining $5.35 million of their non-taxpayer…

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Bucks GM on Giannis: We’ve done all we can

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Milwaukee Bucks general manager Jon Horst said this week that the organization has exhausted every effort to build a championship-caliber roster around Giannis Antetokounmpo. Speaking with The Athletic, Horst addressed questions about…

Bucks GM explains decision to waive Damian Lillard

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Milwaukee Bucks general manager Jon Horst addressed the team’s decision to waive Damian Lillard, describing it as a necessary move to maximize Giannis Antetokounmpo’s prime while securing elite production for the next several years.…

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The most titled teams in the NBA

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The National Basketball Association is one of the most prestigious and popular sports leagues in the world, and winning the NBA Finals is considered the highest achievement in basketball. Over the more than 75-year history of the…