Hawks Fan Drains a Half-Court Shot for $10K
In what thrilled all who witnessed it, an Atlanta Hawks fan knocked down a half-court shot to win himself $10,000 during a timeout between the Hawks vs. Boston Celtics. Watch the clip below.
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FC Barcelona Weighs $240 Million Sponsorship Offer Amid Nike Rift
FC Barcelona is considering a lucrative sponsorship offer from a competitor of its current kit sponsor, Nike, which could inject an immediate $240 million (€220 million) into the club, as reported by MARCA, citing anonymous sources. Under the leadership of president Joan Laporta, the Barca board is actively exploring alternative options for its iconic Blaugrana…
Jay-Z Inspires LeBron James’ Heroic Performance, Lakers Stage Comeback Victory
In a stunning turn of events, JAY-Z’s courtside presence during the Lakers’ showdown against the Clippers has been credited with igniting LeBron James’ remarkable performance, leading the Lakers to a dramatic comeback victory. On Wednesday night, amidst the intense rivalry between the Lakers and the Clippers, JAY-Z was seated front and center, witnessing LeBron’s heroics…
Vanessa Bryant Unveils Kobe Bryant Statue in Emotional Tribute at Lakers Arena
In a poignant tribute to the late basketball icon Kobe Bryant, his widow Vanessa Bryant unveiled a statue of the legendary athlete outside the Los Angeles Lakers’ home ground. The bronze monument, situated in Star Plaza at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, immortalizes Kobe Bryant, who tragically lost his life in a helicopter crash…
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Versace Enlists NBA Star Dwyane Wade for Exclusive Eyewear Campaign
Italian fashion powerhouse Versace has once again collaborated with NBA star Dwyane Wade, making him the focal point of their latest eyewear campaign. In a departure from conventional fashion campaigns, this initiative puts the spotlight squarely on the practical and functional accessory of eyewear, showcasing Wade’s versatility in sporting various styles, from sunglasses to frames…
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Paul George Confirms End of Signature Sneaker Line with Nike, Retro Releases Planned
Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George has officially confirmed the conclusion of his signature sneaker line after six models, according to an announcement made to SneakerReporter.com on Sunday night. While this marks the end of new additions to his signature line, George shared that he will continue his partnership with Nike, which plans to release…
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Adidas Signs First High School Basketball Player
In a groundbreaking move within the landscape of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) deals filtering into the prep ranks, global sportswear giant Adidas has achieved a significant milestone. adidas and high school junior Darryn Peterson have jointly announced a historic NIL partnership, marking Peterson as the first-ever prep player to sign with the renowned sportswear company….
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LeBron James and Nike to Collaborate on His First Training Shoe in 2024
LeBron James, the NBA superstar, is reportedly extending his partnership with Nike in 2024, and the collaboration will feature his inaugural training shoe, the Royalty TR. This new silhouette named the Royalty TR, is anticipated to hit the market next autumn in three distinct colorways: “Light Smoke Grey,” “Black,” and “Volt.” While the initial look…
NBA Suspends Player Accused of Exposing Himself to Sports Psychologist
The National Basketball Association (NBA) has issued a statement announcing a four-game suspension without pay for former San Antonio Spurs player Joshua Primo due to “conduct detrimental to the league.” The decision came after a comprehensive league investigation concluded that Primo had engaged in “inappropriate and offensive behaviour by exposing himself to women.” The NBA…
Golden State Warriors Eye Free Agent Center Dwight Howard Ahead of 2023–24 Season
With the 2023–24 NBA season quickly approaching and training camp just around the corner, the Golden State Warriors are actively exploring potential free agent additions to bolster their roster. According to NBA insider Shams Charania, one of the options on the Warriors’ radar is eight-time NBA All-Star centre Dwight Howard. At 37 years old, Dwight…
Basketball Stars Hit Back After US Sprinter Noah Lyles Pokes Fun at NBA
Noah Lyles, the fastest man in the world, has caused a stir by questioning why basketball players call themselves “world champions” after winning the NBA Finals. Lyles, who won both the 100m and 200m world titles at the World Athletics Championships last week, said that the NBA is not a truly global competition because it…
Nia Long Seeks Full Custody of 11-Year-Old Son Amidst Ex-Fiancé, Ime Udoka’s Scandal
Actress Nia Long has embarked on a legal quest for full custody of her 11-year-old son with former fiancé Ime Udoka, following the revelation of the coach’s affair with a co-worker almost a year ago. Court documents obtained by The Times shed light on Long’s pursuit of sole custody, citing Udoka’s alleged failure to provide…
Former WNBA Star, Liz Cambage to Switch Allegiance to Nigeria Ahead of Paris Olympics
Former WNBA star Liz Cambage has revealed her decision to leave the Australian national team and embark on a new chapter of her basketball journey by representing Nigeria. The 6-foot-9 center, is celebrated for her impressive career in the WNBA, including three WNBA All-Star game appearances in 2018, 2019, and 2021, as well as leading…
Meet Victorious D’Tigress Coach, Rena Wakama
Nigeria’s National Female Basketball Team, D’Tigress has gone on to achieve a remarkable feat by winning the women’s Afrobasket championship for the fourth consecutive time. In a thrilling championship game, D’Tigress defeated Senegal with a scoreline of 84-74, solidifying their dominance in African women’s basketball. Adding to the historic victory, head coach Rena Wakama made…
D’Tigress Beat Senegal to Win Fourth Consecutive Afrobasket Title
Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, achieved a historic triumph at the AfroBasket Women’s Championship held at the BK Arena in Kigali, Rwanda. The path to victory was paved when Nigeria secured an impressive 79-48 win over hosts Rwanda in the semi-final game, a crucial step towards their fourth consecutive FIBA Women’s AfroBasket title. This outstanding…
LeBron James and Savannah’s Son, Bronny James Making Positive Progress Following Cardiac Arrest Incident
Bronny James, the 18-year-old basketball star and son of NBA legend LeBron James, has shown remarkable improvement since his shocking cardiac arrest incident during a training session at USC’s Galen Center. The incident, which occurred on Monday morning, led to Bronny being immediately rushed to Cedars Sinai Medical Center’s ICU while unconscious. However, sources now…
LeBron James’ Son Suffers Cardiac Arrest During Workout
Bronny James, the son of basketball legend LeBron James, experienced a terrifying incident during a workout session in Los Angeles on Monday, as reported by The NBC. The young athlete collapsed and was immediately rushed to the hospital for medical attention. A family statement provided an update on Bronny’s condition, stating that he is now…
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Kobe Bryant to Appear on Cover of 2 Editions of NBA 2K24
Hall of Famer and Los Angles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant will serve as the cover athlete for two editions of NBA 2K24 as announced earlier this week. Bryant will grace the cover of “NBA 2K24: Kobe Bryant Edition” and “NBA 2K24: Black Mamba Edition”. Bryant has been a cover athlete for the game in the…
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Kobe Bryant’s Legacy Lives on as Nike Announces the Return of the Kobe Brand
The tragic passing of the legendary Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gigi, and the helicopter crew in 2020 sent shockwaves through the world. As fans mourned the loss of the basketball icon, there was an unprecedented surge in demand for his sneakers. Finding a pair of Kobe sneakers at a reasonable price became nearly impossible. The…
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Decades After Severing Potential $40,000,000 Reebok Ties, Shaquille O’Neal Ordered 1000 Pairs of Size 22 Shoes
Shaquille O’Neal, a towering presence in the NBA, struggled to find shoes that fit his size 22 feet until Reebok and their Shaq Attaq line came along. After seven years, Shaq left Reebok and turned down a $40 million deal to pursue making more affordable shoes, eventually finding a partner in TOMS. TOMS’ “buy one,…
Bulls Not Expecting Lonzo Ball to Play This Season
The Chicago Bulls are entering the offseason with the expectation that guard Lonzo Ball will not be ready to play next season, team vice president Arturas Karnisovas has revealed. Ball, 25, missed all of the 2022-23 season and underwent cartilage transplant surgery on his left knee in March, the third surgery on his knee since…
2023 NBA Draft Sees Record Ratings, Peaks at Wembanyama Pick
The selection of 19-year-old basketball sensation Victor Wembanyama by the San Antonio Spurs was a must-see. The first round of the NBA draft averaged a record 4,928,000 viewers on ESPN and ABC, according to Nielsen. This is the third year that the first round has been on both networks.It was also the most-viewed program across…
Nike Sides With Ja Morant After NBA Suspends Grizzlies Star For 25 Games
Nike released a statement in response to the NBA suspending Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant for 25 games of the upcoming season, siding with the high-flying star “on and off the court.” Morant, 23, received the hefty suspension due to brandishing a firearm on social media a second time despite an eight-game punishment after the…
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Michael Jordan Announces Sale of Majority Ownership in Charlotte Hornets
Michael Jordan, the legendary basketball player, is in the process of selling the majority share of the Charlotte Hornets, the NBA franchise has announced. The team will be sold to a group led by Gabe Plotkin and Rick Schnall, with Plotkin already holding a minority stake in the Hornets since 2019. Schnall, on the other…
Conor McGregor Knocks Out Heat Mascot at NBA Finals
During Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Miami Heat and the Denver Nuggets, former UFC champion Conor McGregor found himself involved in a midgame bit that took an unexpected turn. McGregor inadvertently knocked out the Miami Heat mascot, known as Burnie, during a stoppage in the third quarter, causing concern and requiring medical…
Nikola Jokić Makes NBA Finals History in Denver Nuggets’ Game 3 Win Against Miami Heat
Nikola Jokić continues to rewrite the history books with his exceptional performances, and Game 3 of the NBA Finals was no exception for the Denver Nuggets’ record-breaking star. In the Nuggets’ impressive 109-94 victory over the Miami Heat on the road, Jokić etched his name in the record books by becoming the first player ever…
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What Percent Does Michael Jordan Get From Nike? Breaking Down GOAT’s Career Earnings From $184 Billion Brand
Michael Jordan is one of the most famous names, not only in basketball, but across sports. Heck, his popularity transcends the boundaries of sports and breached other aspects of the world as well. He’s also the richest athlete and a big part of that money comes from his deal with Nike. That often leaves people…
Ex-NBA Player Criticizes Knicks’ Julius Randle for Kissing Wife Right After Playoff Game
The New York Knicks managed to keep their season alive after winning Game 5 against the Miami Heat, which resulted in a Game 6. Following the victory, Julius Randle, the Knicks’ player, found his wife, Kendra, and the couple shared a kiss. However, one former NBA player did not approve of the postgame celebration. Kenyon…
Kim Kardashian, Adele and Michael B. Jordan Enjoyed the LeBron James Show at Warriors vs Lakers
This past weekend was a big one for sports in the USA, with several major events drawing in crowds, including celebrities. The Kentucky Derby and Miami Grand Prix were among the top headlines, but the NBA Playoffs also drew in big names. The Los Angeles Lakers faced off against the Golden State Warriors, and with…
LeBron James: I Knew This Team Could Play Good Basketball
LeBron James, whose Los Angeles Lakers are just two wins away from the West finals, spoke to the press on Saturday and said he was confident his team could go far after roster changes in February. “I knew we could play good basketball. I knew that. I knew that my teammates play for each other,…
Kevin Durant to Appear in ‘Call of Duty’ Multiplayer
Kevin Durant, also known as “easymoneysniper” on Instagram, is making his way into the virtual battlefield of “Call of Duty”. As an Operator skin, Durant will be featured in Season 03 Reloaded of “Modern Warfare 2” and “Warzone 2.0”. The limited-time store bundle will allow players to purchase his appearance, along with weapon skins that…
Murray Scores 34, Nuggets Beat Suns 125-107 in Game 1
Jamal Murray kept imploring the crowd to get louder and louder with each trip down the floor.As if the Nuggets point guard even needed to. His play was already rocking the arena. Murray scored 34 points, hitting six of Denver’s 16 3-pointers, and the Nuggets sprinted past the Phoenix Suns 125-107 on Saturday night in…
Kevin Durant & Nike Agree to Lifetime Contract
The NBA Playoffs are in full swing, but that doesn’t mean business comes to a stop. On Friday afternoon, Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant announced on social media that he had signed a lifetime contract with Nike. Nike has sponsored Durant since he entered the league in 2007. Since then, the two parties have created…
LeBron James Leads Lakers to Victory in Retro Shoes
While the NBA continues to evolve and create new stars rapidly, some things never change. On Friday night, LeBron James helped lead the Los Angeles Lakers to victory over the Memphis Grizzlies. The 38-year-old phenom scored an efficient 22 points en route to eliminating Memphis. While James has debuted two models this season, it was…
Watch ‘Shooting Stars’ Teaser Trailer #2
Shooting Stars is set in the 1990s, where a young LeBron James (Marquis “Mookie” Cook) and his three best friends — Lil Dru (Caleb McLaughlin, Stranger Things), Willie McGee (Avery S. Wills, Jr., Swagger) and Sian Cotton (Khalil Everage, Cobra Kai)–declare themselves the “Fab Four,” after the famed Michigan Wolverines’ “Fab Five” of that era….
Sacramento Kings All-Star Suffers Fractured Finger
The Sacramento Kings are currently n the midst of their first-round playoff series against the Golden State Warriors and they will play Game 5 on Wednesday night in Sacramento with the series tied at 2-2. However, they may have to play this game without their star player, as De’Aaron Fox suffered a fractured index finger…
Lakers Get Historic Start, Overcome Dillon Brooks’ Punch to LeBron James For 2-1 Series Lead
Seventeen seconds into the third quarter of the Lakers’ 111-101 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies in Game 3 of their first-round playoff series, LeBron James was lying on the Crypto.com Arena court writhing in pain and Dillon Brooks was soon on his way to the locker room. Up to that point, their contentious matchup had…
Fan Sues Wizards’ Bradley Beal, Alleges Assault in Bet Spat
A fan is suing Washington Wizards star Bradley Beal and the team over a postgame incident March 21 in Orlando, Florida, alleging battery and assault and asking for damages exceeding $50,000. Plaintiff Kyler Briffa of Orange County, Florida, filed suit in Florida’s 9th Circuit Court. The suit alleges that after the Wizards lost to the…
Heat’s Tyler Herro to Have Surgery, Likely Out Until NBA Finals
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro says he will undergo surgery for his broken right hand and likely won’t return this postseason unless his team wins the Eastern Conference title as reported by ESPN. Herro said that the injury requires four to six weeks of recovery. The conference finals start in mid-May, and Game 1 of…
NBA Fines Mavericks $750K for Violating League’s Resting Policy
The Dallas Mavericks were fined $750,000 for conduct detrimental to the NBA, including violating the league’s player resting policy and demonstrating a “desire to lose” their contest on April 7 against the Chicago Bulls, the league has announced. As reported on The Score, Dallas sat most of its starters and pulled star Luka Doncic after…
Hawks Hold Off Heat in NBA Play-In Game, Secure No. 7 Seed in Eastern Conference
Quin Snyder’s bags were packed in February for an overseas trip. He was going to spend time with some friends and family, see some coaches he’s gotten to know over the years. Then the Atlanta Hawks called with a job offer, to bring him on as coach. And now Snyder’s bags are packed again –…
Rudy Gobert Swings at Kyle Anderson; Jaden McDaniels Fractures Hand, Sources Say
The Minnesota Timberwolves spiraled into a state of chaos Sunday, as they lost breakout forward Jaden McDaniels for the season with a fractured right hand after he punched a wall in frustration and faced the possibility that center Rudy Gobert could be leveled with a team suspension for Tuesday’s Western Conference play-in game at the…
Teenager Arrested After Raiding Michael Jordan’s Mansion
Last week, someone broke into Michael Jordan’s mansion. Valued at around 15 million dollars, it is a property that he has been trying to sell for some time. For this very reason, someone must have thought it was a good ‘prey’, but it has not turned out well. Several of the ex-basketball player’s neighbours alerted…
Lakers, LeBron James Fortunate Kevin Durant Didn’t Play in Win Over Suns
The Los Angeles Lakers (42-39) defeated the Phoenix Suns (45-36) Friday night at Crypto.com Arena to keep hope alive of clinching a playoff spot without having to go through the play-in tournament. As reported on Marca, Lakers superstar LeBron James had a terrible shooting night, scoring just 16 points on 6-for-19 from the field, making…
Trevor Ariza Reportedly Going Broke Since Leaving NBA, Can’t Afford Child Support
Trevor Ariza, who retired from the NBA in 2022, can no longer afford to pay for his once-lavish lifestyle and is pleading for lower child support payments, according to RadarOnline. Ariza, 37, is going through a heated divorce with estranged wife Bree Anderson, who demands that child support be enough to maintain the fancy life…
New Allegations Against Ja Morant Describe How He Threatened a Shoe Salesman
Poor Memphis Grizzlies fans, they somehow thought that whole mess with Ja Morant was over but the NBA star has a few more skeletons in his closet left. The Washington Post just published an explosive piece that details how he terrorized a show salesman who was left in fear after Ja threatened him. His name…
LeBron James Hailed as the ‘GOAT’ by His Los Angeles Lakers Teammates After a Crucial 135-133 Road Win
LeBron James powered the resurgent Los Angeles Lakers to a crucial 135-133 overtime win over the Utah Jazz as LA looks to battle its way into the NBA playoffs. The Lakers looked down and out before the trade deadline but, thanks to clever maneuvering by the front office and an uptick in performances, their season…
Warriors’ Andrew Wiggins to Miss Final 2 Games of Regular Season
Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins will not play in the team’s final two regular-season games, Warriors coach Steve Kerr said Wednesday on 95.7 The Game’s “Willard & Dibs.” As reported on ESPN, Wiggins rejoined the team after a 51-day absence due to a family matter that caused him to miss 23 games. “He’ll continue…
NBA Drops Cannabis Testing For Players, Can The NFL Be Far Behind?
The NBA will no longer test for cannabis, according to a tentative deal between the league and the National Basketball Players Association. On Saturday, the two sides announced a collective bargaining agreement, which still needs to be ratified. As reported on BENZINGA, if the agreement is ratified by the players and team governors, the seven-year…
NBA, NBPA Agree on New 7-Year Collective Bargaining Agreement
The NBA and National Basketball Players Association have reached agreement on a new seven-year collective bargaining agreement, promising labor peace through the rest of the decade, sources told ESPN. The tentative deal, which starts with the 2023-24 season, was announced by the league and union and is expected to be ratified by league governors and…