Erikas Polockas

Erikas is an Editor and an NBA contributor at TalkBasket.net
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Jrue Holiday wins Social Justice Champion award

Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday has been honored as the 2024–25 NBA Social Justice Champion, receiving the prestigious Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Trophy in recognition of...

Trail Blazers host predraft workout with prospects

The Portland Trail Blazers hosted a predraft workout on Tuesday, showcasing a group of notable prospects as they evaluate talent ahead of the upcoming...

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander eager to see Thunder’s response

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is looking forward to seeing how his Oklahoma City Thunder teammates react in Game 2 on Wednesday following a tough loss in...

Julius Randle: “I try to come back better”

Julius Randle, the Minnesota Timberwolves' big man, endured a challenging stretch during the regular season when a groin injury kept him sidelined for over...

Pelicans hire Jason Hervey for front office

The New Orleans Pelicans are bringing in Jason Hervey as part of their basketball operations staff, according to a report from Michael Scotto of...

Eli Ndiaye skips G League camp

Real Madrid forward Eli Ndiaye has reportedly turned down an invitation to participate in the upcoming NBA G League Elite Camp, according to Michael...

Suns eye Wizards’ Adam Caporn for coach

According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, Washington Wizards assistant coach Adam Caporn is emerging as a potential candidate for the Phoenix Suns' head coaching...

Breakout year fuels Ty Jerome’s hope to stay

Ty Jerome credits his breakout 2024–25 campaign to two crucial factors: maintaining good health and playing under newly named NBA Coach of the Year...

Steph Curry day-to-day; hamstring strain, MRI Wednesday

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr announced that star guard Stephen Curry is currently listed as day-to-day after sustaining a left hamstring strain....

Cavs lose key trio for Game 2

The Cleveland Cavaliers will face significant adversity in Game 2 of their second-round playoff matchup against the Indiana Pacers, as key players Evan Mobley,...

Celtics monitor Porzingis, Hauser uncertain Game 2

The Boston Celtics head into Game 2 of their second-round playoff series against the New York Knicks with a blend of optimism and concern...

Sam Presti wins 2024-25 NBA Executive Award

Sam Presti has been honored as the 2024-25 NBA Basketball Executive of the Year, marking his first time receiving the prestigious award during his...

Rookie extensions loom for 2022 draft class

With the start of the NBA’s 2025/26 league year and the end of the July moratorium, free agents will be able to officially sign...

Brad Stevens’ Butler values shaped Celtics’ success

In a detailed feature for The Athletic, writer Jay King takes a closer look at how Brad Stevens’ formative years coaching at Butler University...

Josh Waitzkin influences Joe Mazzulla with unique basketball perspective

In a fascinating piece for The Boston Globe, Adam Himmelsbach dives into the unique influence that former child chess prodigy Josh Waitzkin has had...

Kristaps Porzingis’ absence impacts Celtics

In Monday’s game, the Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis was forced to leave the court with 7:34 remaining in the second quarter due to...

Joe Mazzulla anticipates adversity for Celtics’ playoff repeat

The Boston Celtics enjoyed an almost seamless path to the NBA Finals last season, cruising through the playoffs with impressive consistency. They never lost...

Lou Will urges patience ranking Nikola Jokic historically

Former NBA guard Lou Williams offered a measured take on the rising conversation around Nikola Jokic's all-time greatness. While acknowledging the Denver Nuggets star's...

Big-market teams seen as Giannis Antetokounmpo’ preference

As speculation builds around Giannis Antetokounmpo's future with the Milwaukee Bucks, NBA insider Howard Beck suggests that if the superstar were ever to request...

Nets reset with picks, avoid full rebuild

After a difficult 2024–25 campaign, the Brooklyn Nets find themselves in a favorable position heading into the offseason. By reacquiring their 2025 first-round pick...

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