Erikas Polockas

Erikas is an Editor and an NBA contributor at TalkBasket.net
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JaVale McGee’s breaking point with Shaquille O’Neal

JaVale McGee says his frustration with Shaquille O’Neal and Shaqtin’ a Fool reached its breaking point when a routine missed layup was used on...

Kawhi Leonard rejected Heat interest before Raptors trade

The Miami Heat were reportedly among several teams that explored the possibility of acquiring Kawhi Leonard before he ultimately landed with the Toronto Raptors. Miami...

Jared McCain prioritizes basketball over music career

Jared McCain is keeping his attention on basketball rather than exploring a music career, although he is not completely ruling out the possibility of...

Dario Saric targets missing EuroLeague championship

Individual numbers are no longer Dario Saric’s main priority as he begins his second stint with Anadolu Efes. After experiencing NBA playoff basketball and...

Dario Saric discusses role under Pablo Laso

After playing for several NBA organizations, Dario Saric is returning to European basketball with a clear idea of how Anadolu Efes coach Pablo Laso...

Dario Saric recalls shock of unexpected NBA trade

Dario Saric spent a decade in the NBA, but one of the most difficult moments came relatively early in his career when the Philadelphia...

Dario Saric explains why he returned to Anadolu Efes

Dario Saric has returned to Anadolu Efes 10 years after leaving the Turkish club for the NBA. Now 32, the Croatian forward believes he...

Maccabi Tel Aviv remains unable to host

Maccabi Tel Aviv and the other Israeli teams competing in EuroLeague competitions will continue playing their home games outside Israel, with no immediate change...

Panathinaikos tops first 2026-27 EuroLeague Power Rankings

The 2026-27 EuroLeague season begins with Panathinaikos at the top of the Power Rankings. Despite dealing with several preseason injuries, their expensive roster, experienced...

Mike James earns MVP as Efes triumphs

Anadolu Efes captured the VTB United League SuperCup with an 88-82 victory over Lokomotiv Kuban, as Mike James delivered the biggest performance of the...

Nico Laprovittola powers Joventut to Super Cup

Joventut Badalona ended its long wait for silverware by beating Barça 101–87 in the Endesa Super Cup final, securing its first trophy since 2008. Nico...

Chris Finch sees potential in Joan Beringer

The Minnesota Timberwolves will enter the new season with a significantly different group of big men, creating an opportunity for Joan Beringer to take...

Luka Doncic shares emotional message for daughters

Luka Doncic is leaving Slovenia behind as his attention turns toward the start of another season with the Los Angeles Lakers, but the trip...

Why Steve Kerr’s return matters for the Warriors

Steve Kerr will remain in charge of the Golden State Warriors after deciding to return for another two seasons, extending a partnership with Stephen...

Anfernee Simons recalls wild errands for Evan Turner

Anfernee Simons remembers Evan Turner as one of the funniest veterans he encountered early in his NBA career, although being Turner’s rookie teammate also...

Michael Porter Jr. says wealth cannot buy happiness

Michael Porter Jr. says financial success can remove money-related worries, but he does not believe becoming wealthy automatically produces lasting happiness. The NBA forward, who...

Shaquille O’Neal credits movie for Penny Hardaway partnership

Shaquille O’Neal says his unexpected decision to appear in Blue Chips not only earned him $3 million but also played an important role in...

Shane Battier sacrificed millions by returning Duke

Shane Battier believes delaying his NBA career by one year may have cost him around $10 million, but he has no regrets about returning...

Al Jefferson reflects on career-changing Celtics trade

Al Jefferson believes his breakout 2006-07 season with the Boston Celtics ultimately changed the direction of his NBA career. Jefferson averaged 16 points and 11...

Carmelo Anthony still questions mysterious NBA exile

Carmelo Anthony has opened up about the difficult 15-month period he spent outside the NBA, admitting that he still does not fully understand why...

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