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In front of a packed Vidéotron Centre, Canada rallied from early deficits to defeat Argentina 97-92, with Lu Dort and Nickeil Alexander-Walker leading the charge. The win extends Canada’s unbeaten streak and highlights their quest for a 2027 World Cup berth.
A multi‑team trade sends Lu Dort to the Atlanta Hawks, brings Zaccharie Risacher to Dallas, and gives the Oklahoma City Thunder additional draft assets, reshaping the Western Conference roster ahead of the new season.
Oklahoma City sends Lu Dort to Atlanta, receives protected second‑round picks, and clears salary to drop below the second apron, while the Mavericks add a top pick alongside Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg.
In a complex three‑team transaction, former Arizona State star Lu Dort is headed to the Atlanta Hawks, with the Oklahoma City Thunder receiving multiple second‑round picks and the Dallas Mavericks acquiring the 2024 No. 1 overall pick Zaccharie Risacher and guard Ryan Nembhard.
The disagreement between Grant Hill and Jaylen Brown over Team USA’s Olympic selection underscores the complexities of assembling a winning international squad.
Canada never trailed in a 110-84 win over Puerto Rico in Hamilton, Ontario, showcasing a strong performance ahead of the 2027 World Cup in Qatar.
Arizona State University’s men’s basketball program has missed the NCAA Tournament for the third straight year, prompting a $100 million arena renovation, a contract decision for coach Bobby Hurley, and new fundraising efforts to attract recruits and resources.
The Oklahoma City Thunder traded down to select Kentucky guard Otega Oweh with the 41st overall pick, adding a physical defender and strong athlete to a young core that already includes Lu Dort and Isaiah Hartenstein.
Recent draft selections face steep challenges as crowded lineups restrict their playing time and growth prospects.
The Oklahoma City Thunder announced a trade that sends forward Aaron Wiggins to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for two future second‑round draft picks. The move, first reported by ESPN, is framed as a strategic step for OKC to trim its luxury‑tax obligations while giving the Hawks a young, versatile frontcourt player.
Key insights on captain selections, injury impacts, and value plays ahead of the pivotal Game 4 showdown.