Chet Holmgren on Ajay Mitchell: “I think there’s a lot of things in his game”
Oklahoma City Thunder big man Chet Holmgren recently discussed what makes Ajay Mitchell able to fit with any lineup in various roles (averaging 18.8...
Brian Taylor: Oxygen tanks were key to Nets winning 1976 ABA Finals
Here’s Brian Taylor on the New York Nets’ off-court road strategy that helped them win the 1976 ABA Finals vs. the Denver Nuggets. (via Nets...
Christian Anderson Jr: I used to live in Germany
Former Texas Tech Red Raider Christian Anderson Jr. talked about representing Germany during past FIBA play at the NBA Draft Combine. (via Charlotte Hornets): “I lived...
Bennett Stirtz: Teams have been doubting my ability to guard
Here’s 2026 NBA Draft prospect Bennett Stirtz on an underrated/overlooked skill of his that people should take notice (averaged 1.7 SPG at Drake &...
Bryson Graham: “We turned over the roster a lot in Atlanta”
New Chicago Bulls EVP of Basketball Operations Bryson Graham thought that he helped establish an identity for the Atlanta Hawks during his short time...
Jeff Weltman: Bringing in a new coach can have a great impact
Here’s Orlando Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman on improving the roster without taking away from their identity/expecting to become a luxury tax...
Jabari Smith Jr: “I know I’m nowhere near where I want to be”
Houston Rockets power forward Jabari Smith Jr. thought he improved during 2025-26, but knows there’s more to unlock as a player (averaged 15.8 PPG/6.9...
RJ Barrett: “We’ve shown how good we are”
Here’s Toronto Raptors guard/forward RJ Barrett on how this past season created expectations for 2026-27 and beyond as a team (46-36 record/finished 5th in...
Brandon Ingram discusses growth on both ends as a Raptor
Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram talked about areas he saw personal development in during 2025-26 at end of season media availability (averaged 21.5 PPG/5.6...
Mark Daigneault: Jaylin Williams amazes me with his relatability as a teammate
Here’s Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault on the strong leadership qualities he notices from soon-to-be 24-year-old Jaylin Williams. (via Oklahoma City Thunder): “Well, I...
Cade Cunningham: Magic really pushed us to the limit
Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham described the feeling of winning Game 7 at home after Sunday’s 116-94 Eastern Conference First Round victory vs. the...
James Harden: Nothing goes through my mind when I think about Game 7s
Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden had this to say when asked what goes through his mind when thinking about a Game 7 and the...
Jerami Grant: Blazers aren’t missing much of anything
Here’s Portland Trail Blazers veteran Jerami Grant on what he thinks the group needs in order to take the next step for 2026-27 (42-40...
Grayson Allen: Our internal expectations grew during 2025-26, so we’re not happy right now
Phoenix Suns shooting guard Grayson Allen was recently asked if the team considers 2025-26 a highly successful season when compared to last year (45-37...
Scottie Barnes on Collin Murray-Boyles: “He’s unbelievable, man”
Toronto Raptors star Scottie Barnes didn’t have many words to explain the impact that rookie Collin Murray-Boyles is making right now following Sunday’s 93-89...
Paolo Banchero: We don’t fear Detroit
Orlando Magic power forward Paolo Banchero spoke confidently about how the team stacks up vs. the Detroit Pistons after Saturday's 113-105 Eastern Conference First...
Lauri Markkanen: Keyonte has matured a lot, and that helps on the court
Utah Jazz star Lauri Markkanen was extremely impressed with Keyonte George’s improved maturity level during 2025-26 (averaged 23.6 PPG/3.7 RPG/6.1 APG/3.1 TOV/1.1 SPG/0.3 BPG/2.2...
Moussa Diabate: Our emotional intelligence in tough games can be better
Here’s Charlotte Hornets center Moussa Diabate on the team’s 121-90 road Play-In loss vs. the Orlando Magic/areas of focus heading into next season. (via Charlotte...
Dennis Schroder calls Dean Wade Cavs’ best defender
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Dennis Schroder thinks that Dean Wade’s defense has been on full display vs. the Toronto Raptors so far this postseason (up...
Gui Santos: Nobody knew Brazil for basketball before Oscar Schmidt
Golden State Warriors forward Gui Santos says that the late great Oscar Schmidt meant everything to Brazil’s basketball culture. (via Golden State Warriors): “So for me,...
