Erikas Polockas

Erikas is an Editor and an NBA contributor at TalkBasket.net
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Nick Nurse reacts to VJ Edgecombe’s veteran poise

There was plenty of discussion before draft night about what direction Philadelphia should go with the third overall pick, but VJ Edgecombe’s early play...

Sixers coach reacts to Tyrese Maxey’s defensive leap

While the Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey’s offensive output has put him squarely in the conversation for first-team All-NBA recognition, head coach Nick Nurse...

Joel Embiid dunk signals knee progress

Philadelphia 76ers big man Joel Embiid’s showing on Saturday also featured a small but meaningful milestone: his first dunk of the season. According to...

Joel Embiid gives Sixers needed lineup stability

Philadelphia 76ers are beginning to look like a serious threat in the Eastern Conference as their health stabilizes, according to Tony Jones of The...

Norman Powell sees Heat rebounding identity taking shape

Norman Powell made it clear that the Miami Heat aren’t satisfied with where they stand as the season moves toward the midpoint, despite holding...

Tyler Herro nearing return

Tyler Herro was dressed and available on the bench Sunday night despite the Miami Heat having no intention of using him, according to Anthony...

Norman Powell plays through hamstring tightness

Miami Heat guard Norman Powell briefly appeared in danger of an early exit Saturday after feeling tightness in his right hamstring against Minnesota, but...

Sacramento injuries worsen with Keegan Murray, Keon Ellis exits

Sacramento Kings saw an already difficult season grow more complicated Sunday, as injuries claimed two more rotation players during a loss to the Milwaukee...

Lakers seek defensive forward

Los Angeles Lakers remain active in the trade market as the February 5 deadline approaches, with the front office still prioritizing the addition of...

Hawks, Mavericks far apart on Anthony Davis trade

Atlanta Hawks and the Dallas Mavericks are not close to reaching an agreement involving Anthony Davis, with no real progress having been made in...

Fred VanVleet eyes late-season return from ACL

Houston Rockets have not closed the door on a possible return this season for Fred VanVleet, according to reporting from Marc Stein of The...

Christian Braun, Aaron Gordon rejoin Nuggets on limits

Denver Nuggets are set to get a partial boost Sunday, as both Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun are expected to return to action against...

Max Christie playing best basketball recently

Dallas Mavericks halted a four-game skid Saturday thanks largely to standout outings from former Lakers Anthony Davis and Max Christie, as reported by Grant...

Mitch Johnson on Keldon Johnson: He is the team’s heart

Keldon Johnson has become a defining presence inside the San Antonio Spurs locker room, valued as much for his personality and enthusiasm as for...

Victor Wembanyama travel hints at positive recovery

San Antonio Spurs were again without center Victor Wembanyama on Saturday against Portland, as the player missed his second straight game while dealing with...

Alperen Sengun exits early with ankle sprain setback

Houston Rockets were dealt an early blow Saturday night when center Alperen Sengun went down with a lateral sprain to his right ankle barely...

James Borrego on Zion Williamson: “He looks great”

Zion Williamson turned in his best scoring performance of the season Friday, dropping 35 points against Portland, but the injury-riddled New Orleans Pelicans still...

Jalen Suggs diagnosed with knee contusion

Jalen Suggs has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 MCL contusion in his right knee, an update shared by the Orlando Magic on Saturday....

Rockets sign Tristen Newton

Houston Rockets added backcourt depth on Saturday by signing Tristen Newton to a two-way contract, according to reporting from Jake Fischer of The People’s...

Nuggets face Nets with Aaron Gordon, Christian Braun uncertain

Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun are both carrying questionable designations heading into Sunday’s matchup between the Denver Nuggets and the Brooklyn Nets, leaving Denver’s...

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