USA Basketball recently revealed its selections for the men’s 3×3 national team that will be participating in the Paris Olympics. The team comprises of Canyon Barry, Jimmer Fredette, Kareem Maddox, and Dylan Travis. These players have previous experience playing in various leagues and tournaments, showcasing their skills and capabilities in the sport of basketball. Canyon
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Recently, there have been numerous reports of an ongoing investigation by the NBA regarding Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter. The investigation revolves around suspicious betting activities surrounding Porter’s performance in games played earlier this year. Jontay Porter, the younger brother of Denver Nuggets star Michael Porter Jr., is currently on a two-way contract with the
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry found himself on the bench for an extended period during the team’s recent game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Despite being ready to re-enter the game, Curry remained sidelined for 11 consecutive minutes. This decision came after Curry was subbed out with four minutes left in the third quarter and
On Sunday, Kyrie Irving made headlines with his incredible buzzer-beater to secure a 107-105 victory for the Dallas Mavericks over the Denver Nuggets. Irving’s winning left-handed running hook shot over Nikola Jokic left fans in awe and solidified the Mavericks’ fifth win in their last six games. Irving’s strategic decision-making in the final moments of
In a recent game between the Chicago Bulls and the Houston Rockets, a heated on-court altercation took place involving DeMar DeRozan and Dillon Brooks. The incident occurred in the third quarter, with the Rockets leading by 9 points. Jalen Green was driving towards the basket when DeRozan, coming off a screen, hip-checked him, causing Green
In a startling revelation, Cleveland Cavaliers coach J.B. Bickerstaff shared his experience of receiving threats from gamblers during the last NBA season. Bickerstaff disclosed that these gamblers had gone as far as obtaining his personal phone number and sending him menacing messages concerning his family and home. This disturbing incident sheds light on the darker
Former baseball star Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore encountered a setback in their quest to claim majority ownership of the Minnesota Timberwolves as they lost the financial backing of the Carlyle Group. With only one payment left to seal the deal, the ownership transition that began in April 2021 has hit a roadblock. Rodriguez and
Anthony Edwards left fans and players alike in awe with his second-half performance in Monday night’s game against the Utah Jazz. The highlight of the night came in the form of a thunderous dunk over John Collins, showcasing Edwards’ athleticism and skill. Despite both players getting injured in the process, the play was a viral
Ever since their successful road trip in early February, the LA Clippers have been struggling to maintain their momentum. The recent loss to the Atlanta Hawks, despite Trae Young being sidelined, paints a grim picture for the team. The Clippers have lost four of their last five games and their record since the road trip
During the Golden State Warriors’ victory over the San Antonio Spurs, rookie Trayce Jackson-Davis made a bold statement with a powerful “Statue of Liberty” dunk over the outstretched 7-foot-4 rookie Victor Wembanyama. Jackson-Davis showcased his athleticism and fearlessness in that moment, leaving a lasting impression on both fans and players alike. Air Jackson Jr. In
With the regular season winding down, the Los Angeles Lakers are gearing up for a crucial game against the Golden State Warriors that holds immense significance. Forward Rui Hachimura described the match-up as almost akin to a playoff game, highlighting the intensity and competitiveness that both teams bring to the court every time they face
Ben Simmons, the talented basketball player for the Brooklyn Nets, has recently undergone back surgery for the second time in three years. This surgery, a microscopic partial discectomy, was performed to alleviate a pinched nerve in his lower back. This is not the first time Simmons has dealt with back issues, as he previously had
Dallas Mavericks’ superstar, Luka Doncic, suffered a setback in his stellar performance as his streak of seven consecutive triple-doubles was snapped due to left hamstring soreness during a game against the Golden State Warriors. Doncic managed to score 21 points, gather 9 rebounds, and dish out 3 assists before leaving the game early. The Mavericks
The return of OG Anunoby to the New York Knicks lineup made a significant difference in the team’s performance against the Philadelphia 76ers. After a game where the Knicks scored their lowest point total in over three years, Anunoby’s comeback from an elbow injury sparked a 106-79 victory over their rivals. Anunoby’s contribution of 14
Luka Doncic continues to impress with yet another triple-double performance, showcasing his incredible skill set on the court. However, in the recent game against the Chicago Bulls, Doncic fell just short of scoring 30 points, breaking his streak of six consecutive 30-point triple-doubles. Despite this minor setback, it is evident that Doncic’s primary focus is
During the Detroit Pistons’ 142-124 loss to the Dallas Mavericks, General Manager Troy Weaver found himself in a heated exchange with a heckling fan at Little Caesars Arena. The fan, who remains unidentified, was captured on video making threatening remarks towards Weaver, which led to the GM pointing him out to security. The incident, which
The recent incident involving Burundi’s Dynamo BC forfeiting their Basketball Africa League game due to their refusal to display the tournament sponsor Visit Rwanda’s logo has raised concerns about the implications of political conflicts on sports. Dynamo BC had taken the drastic step of blacking out the logo on their jerseys with tape for their
In a recent NBA game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Cleveland Cavaliers, Rudy Gobert’s actions have stirred up quite a bit of controversy. After being called for a technical foul in the closing seconds of regulation, Gobert made a money gesture towards an official, implying that the referee might be influenced by external factors