NBA Commissioner Adam Silver recently revealed that the topic of expansion within the league was set to be addressed at some point during this season. While there wasn’t much discussion on the matter during the latest meeting of the league’s board of governors, Silver emphasized that the lack of conversation was not due to a
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The Los Angeles Lakers have made a historic decision to honor the legendary Jerry West by wearing a band with his iconic No. 44 on their uniforms for all 82 games of the upcoming season. This tribute serves as a poignant reminder of West’s unmatched contributions to the game of basketball and his lasting impact
The announcement of former NBA star Gary Payton Sr. being appointed as the new head coach of the College of Alameda men’s basketball team has generated excitement and high expectations within the school community. With his impressive basketball career and coaching experience, Payton brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team. Experience and
The Denver Nuggets have solidified their future by agreeing to a historic contract extension with star point guard Jamal Murray. The four-year, $208 million deal, negotiated by Murray’s agents Jeff Schwartz and Mike George, demonstrates the Nuggets’ commitment to keeping one of their key players for the long term. This agreement not only secures Murray’s
In a recent private auction brokered by Goldin Auctions, a 1961-62 Fleer Wilt Chamberlain rookie card fetched an astonishing $1.7 million. This sale now stands as the highest price ever paid for a vintage basketball card that dates prior to 1980. Surpassing the previous record held by a 1980-81 Topps Larry Bird/Magic Johnson rookie card
The feud between Rudy Gobert and Shaquille O’Neal reached a crescendo in the recent exchange of verbal jabs on Complex’s “GOAT Talk” podcast. Shaq, known for his dominant presence on the court, did not hold back in his criticism of the Utah Jazz center, going as far as to dub him the worst NBA player
New Jersey is making a bold move to entice the Philadelphia 76ers to relocate across the river by offering up to $400 million in tax credits. This enticing offer is part of a grand plan outlined by Gov. Phil Murphy’s administration for a massive mixed-use waterfront development in Camden. The proposed development in Camden would
Former Boston Celtics forward Glen “Big Baby” Davis was granted a temporary reprieve from starting his three-year prison term for fraud by Judge Valerie E. Caproni. The start date was pushed from Sunday to October 22 to allow Davis to complete a documentary film project on his life. This delay was requested by his attorney
The LA Clippers have made a smart move by securing the services of Ivica Zubac for the next three years with a $58.6 million contract extension. This deal not only benefits the Clippers but also provides financial security for Zubac, who will now be tied to the franchise for a total of $70 million. This
Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell has recently signed a lucrative four-year, $45 million contract extension that will keep him with the team through the 2028-29 season. The deal, negotiated by Mark Bartelstein and Andy Shiffman of Priority Sports, solidifies McConnell’s commitment to the Pacers for the foreseeable future. Prior to this extension, McConnell was set
Golden State Warriors star guard, Stephen Curry, has reached an agreement on a one-year, $62.6 million extension with his agent, Jeff Austin of Octagon, confirming the news to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. This deal ensures that Curry will remain under contract with the Warriors until the 2026-27 season. By signing this extension, Curry joins the elite
As LeBron James and his son, Bronny James, prepare to become teammates on the Los Angeles Lakers, an intriguing question arises: What will their relationship look like on the court? In a recent episode of Uninterrupted’s “The Shop,” LeBron addressed a crucial aspect of their partnership – the distinction between their roles as father and
Two U.S. senators, Marsha Blackburn and Jeff Merkley, have called out NBA commissioner Adam Silver for allegedly choosing profit over principle in the league’s dealings with Rwandan dictator Paul Kagame. The bipartisan letter accuses the NBA of hypocrisy, highlighting the discrepancy between the NBA’s self-proclaimed status as a champion of social justice and its partnerships
In a highly anticipated rematch against John Gotti III, Floyd Mayweather Jr. made his way to the ring with Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis by his side. The atmosphere was electric as fans eagerly awaited the showdown between these two fighters. Mayweather was looking to continue his winning streak and maintain his perfect professional
Diamond Sports Group, the embattled operator of Bally Sports channels, has managed to secure new agreements with both the NBA and the NHL, ensuring that they will continue to broadcast games for the teams under their portfolio at least until the conclusion of the 2024-25 seasons. This development comes at a critical juncture for the
Nick Mileti, a key figure in Cleveland’s sports landscape in the 1970s, passed away at the age of 93 in his sleep. He played an instrumental role in establishing the Cleveland Cavaliers and other sports franchises in the city. Mileti’s journey began when he purchased the minor league hockey team, the Cleveland Barons, and the
A civil lawsuit alleging sexual assault and battery against former NBA star Dwight Howard has been dismissed, according to a court filing obtained by ESPN. The dismissal came Monday in Gwinnett County Court in Georgia and was filed by Stephen Harper, who initially filed the lawsuit against Howard in July 2023. In Monday’s filing, Harper
The Philadelphia 76ers have made a significant move by agreeing to a one-year, $2.1 million deal with forward Guerschon Yabusele. The French power forward recently played a key role in France’s impressive silver medal run at the Olympics. At 6-foot-8 and 260 pounds, Yabusele brings a physical presence to the team that could help bolster