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NBA Star Terry Rozier Stripped of Salary Amid Gambling Allegations

A federal arbitrator has determined that NBA free agent Terry Rozier breached his contract with the Miami Heat, forcing him to forfeit the bulk of a $26.6 million salary. At the same time, new criminal accusations and contractual disputes are reshaping his future in the league.

Jun 4, 2026

Steve Smith Joins South Carolina Gamecocks Basketball Staff

Former Clemson and Florida State assistant Steve Smith is set to bolster the Gamecocks' coaching ranks, adding deep regional connections and a notable track record despite a high‑profile FBI investigation that never resulted in charges.

Jun 2, 2026

Chuck Nieson, 83, Remembered for a Brief but Remarkable MLB Career

Chuck Nieson, a former major‑league pitcher whose career spanned just two games, died at 83 in Ortonville, Minnesota. His journey from a standout high‑school athlete in Hanford, California, to a modest but statistically odd career in the minors and a later life in insurance reflects a broader narrative of post‑war baseball talent.

May 27, 2026

Duke’s Latest Offer Highlights Kager Knueppel’s Rise

Top basketball prospect Kager Knueppel, a 6‑foot‑10 forward from Wisconsin Lutheran High School, has received a scholarship offer from Duke University, joining a competitive field of suitors as he prepares to make his college decision.

May 20, 2026

Kentucky Eyes Kager Knueppel as 2027 Recruiting Coup

The Wildcats are courting four‑star forward Kager Knueppel, leveraging his brother’s NBA presence and AAU links to Tyler Herro’s father, while Duke remains the favorite but the race is far from settled.

May 18, 2026

Jamahl Mosley Named Head Coach of New Orleans Pelicans

The Pelicans announced Jamahl Mosley as their new head coach, replacing interim leader James Borrego, who compiled a 24‑46 record over 70 games. Mosley, who guided Orlando to three straight playoff appearances, was dismissed after a first‑round exit to the Detroit Pistons.

May 18, 2026

Isaiah Hill Commits to Purdue, Bolstering Boilermakers’ 2027 Frontcourt

Isaiah Hill, a 7‑foot consensus top‑15 recruit, pledged to Purdue for the 2027 class, becoming the highest‑rated recruit of Matt Painter's tenure. His arrival adds immediate rim protection, rebounding and versatility, and could create a frontcourt trio of seven‑footers alongside upcoming signees.

May 15, 2026