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Tennessee State University announces the hiring of NBA veteran Robert Covington as chief basketball officer, a move that brings his extensive professional experience and deep university ties to the program.
Jason Klotz, a 44‑year‑old former basketball player from Klein Forest, Texas, passed away, leaving behind a career that spanned college stardom, NBA summer league action, six years abroad, and a later role in oil‑and‑gas sales.
After a prolific G League campaign, Sean Pedulla signed a two‑way contract with the Houston Rockets, joining a roster packed with established stars and promising newcomers.
Mike D’Antoni’s 2026 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame induction honors a coaching legacy that redefined modern basketball through speed, spacing, and analytics.
Mike D'Antoni, the architect of the seven seconds or less offense, is set to enter the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 2026, reflecting on a career that reshaped modern basketball and now unfolds in Austin, Texas.
After 18 seasons in the league, Russell Westbrook steps away from basketball, closing a career defined by record‑breaking triple‑doubles, scoring titles and a gold medal, while looking ahead to new endeavors.
Russell Westbrook has called time on his professional basketball career, ending an 18‑year run that reshaped the NBA’s statistical record books and inspired a generation of players.
After a standout college career at Purdue, including an Elite Eight run, Oscar Cluff signs with Glint Korfez Basket, aiming to continue his professional growth in the Turkish league.
Modern NBA fans increasingly obsess over trades and analytics, a shift driven by social media and tools like ESPN’s Trade Machine. While data can deepen engagement, it often sidelines the emotional and relational aspects that have long defined fandom, placing players like Myles Turner under mental strain and raising questions about the sport’s future.
After a 24‑year NBA career that includes a 2021 Western Conference title with the Phoenix Suns, Patrick Zipfel joins Weber State’s staff under head coach Kaleb Canales, reuniting a longtime partnership and adding a proven developmental mind to the program.
Victor Wembanyama and Nikola Jokić dominate the top of early fantasy rankings, while LeBron James' move to the 76ers and Jalen Johnson's triple‑double surge reshape draft strategies.
The Buckeyes travel to San Juan for two August exhibition matches, using the trip to evaluate a revamped lineup before the regular season.
Jeff Teague reflects on his first day with the Timberwolves, the owner's playoff mandate, and the team's unexpected journey to end a 14‑year drought.
After a storied 17‑year NBA career, Kyle Lowry has retired, leaving behind franchise records, a championship, and a lasting impact on the next generation of Raptors.
LeBron James and Jaylen Brown are set to join forces in Philadelphia, bringing together two of the league’s most outspoken advocates for racial justice and economic empowerment. Their collaboration revives the tradition of athlete activism that surged in 2017, when NBA stars pushed back against the Trump administration.
Kevin Durant used Instagram to call for the removal of Fox Sports analysts Colin Cowherd and Nick Wright, sparking a broader conversation about media criticism, player legacy and recent player trades.
As LeBron James prepares for his 24th NBA season, former teammate DeMarcus Cousins argues that modern basketball culture is unfairly undermining the achievements of aging legends, urging fans to recognize their lasting impact.
Former Alabama basketball star Labaron Philon continues to make noise in the 2026 NBA Summer League, posting double‑digit scoring streaks while battling inconsistency against top prospects.
Bruce Thornton's 18-point outburst against the Philadelphia 76ers highlights his rising stock and the Houston Rockets' evolving plans for the upcoming season.
An analysis of the 2023 NBA Draft class reveals that only Victor Wembanyama has secured a max contract extension, while the rest of the cohort struggles to meet expectations.
Caleb Wilson's explosive start in the NBA Summer League has analysts drawing parallels to Kevin Durant and Kevin Garnett, hinting at a potential future among the league's all‑time greats.
Iowa alumni made notable impacts in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, with Sandfort and Dix delivering solid performances while the Grizzlies clinched a semifinal berth.
Oklahoma City fell to Dallas while Memphis secured a semifinal spot, with Payton Sandfort and Josh Dix delivering solid performances for the Thunder and Brendan Hausen held scoreless for the Grizzlies.
A private workout in Las Vegas has reignited discussions about Victor Oladipo’s potential return to the NBA, a journey that began with early promise, a career‑altering injury, and a series of team changes.