ROCHESTER, Mich. — Harry Haskell “Bucky” Lew, recognized as the first African-American to play professional basketball, will be posthumously enshrined in the American Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026. The free induction ceremony will begin at 2 p.m. Sunday, August 30, at Oakland University basketball Thank you babe look up Pleasure to see Mr. […]
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Brooklyn Nets owner Joe Tsai admitted watching the Knicks capture their first championship in 53 years was “embarrassing” for his franchise, particularly with Brooklyn coming off another difficult season. “Every year, some team is going to win a championship,” Tsai told NetsDaily. “So it happens that this year, that team is in the same city. […]
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The battle over the Los Angeles Lakers’ ownership has taken another turn, with ESPN insider Shams Charania publicly pushing back against claims made by Jeanie Buss’ legal team. Buss’ attorney, Adam Streisand, accused Charania of falsely reporting that all six Buss siblings voted to sell the family’s remaining 17.8 percent stake in the Lakers to […]
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Grizzlies rookie Cameron Boozer has the chance to make more of an impact than No.1 and No.2 picks AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson, some NBA insiders say. Boozer is the most equipped to meet the challenges of adjusting to the NBA, ESPN draft analyst Jeremy Woo says. “And while the adjustment to the NBA level […]
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Spencer Jones gives a crucial sports business lesson for young athletes after his $12 million extension with the Nuggets.
The much-anticipated return for Tempo star Brittney Sykes finally happened.
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Jeanie Buss is pushing back against her own family’s attempt to sell its remaining stake in the Los Angeles Lakers, potentially putting her future as the team’s controlling owner in jeopardy. Five of the six Buss siblings voted to sell the family’s remaining 17.8 percent ownership stake to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger at the […]
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Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Warriors fans and fans across the country. The Golden State Warriors have gone with the “running it back” approach this offseason, as they’ve yet to sign or trade for a player outside of […]
Here is the current list of 2026 NBA free agents, organized by position. This list includes both unrestricted and restricted free agents and is updated regularly. Ages are shown in parentheses. Restricted free agents are noted. 2026 NBA Free Agents Centers Bismack Biyombo (34) Tony Bradley (28) Ulrich Chomche (20) N’Faly Dante (24) Jalen Duren […]
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Former Lakers player Patrick Beverley makes his feelings known on Russell Westbrook's retirement.
The Indiana Fever recorded their 24th win of the 2026 WNBA season on August 18, but the post-game conversation was dominated by a heated interaction between Caitlin Clark and head coach Stephanie White. They traveled to Canada to face the Toronto Tempo on their home floor and came away with a 101-95 win. However, as […]
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Kelsey Mitchell has scored at least 20 points in 20 consecutive WNBA regular-season games, putting her in elite company with A’ja Wilson. The Indiana Fever guard tied the mark during the 101-95 win over the Toronto Tempo. Wilson set the…
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Celtics fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. It’s an age-old debate between the generations, often that uncomfortable conversation at Thanksgiving that can divide […]
The San Antonio Spurs quietly handed a Golden State Warriors champion a player-friendly free agency contract they could come to regret.
The controversy surrounding Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham’s stance on transgender athletes has only continued to grow, and now, a truck parked outside Scotiabank Arena has become a part of it. The truck, which was displaying a video about biological gender differences, was parked during the game between the Indiana Fever and the Toronto Tempo, […]
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The Los Angeles Lakers’ ownership battle has taken another dramatic turn. Jeanie Buss is facing a united front from her five siblings after they voted to sell the Buss family’s remaining stake in the franchise. But according to ESPN insider Ramona Shelburne, Buss may still have the authority to block the sale. The dispute centers […]
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Jordyn Woods and Karl-Anthony Towns sit down for their first interview since their star-studded wedding in Malibu on Saturday, August 15.
The Portland City Council approved $120 million in funding to renovate the Moda Center on August 12. But the tensions are far from eased. As local government and new Portland Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon remain at loggerheads over comments during these negotiations, one of the city’s most prominent sports figures is making his stance […]
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San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama emphasized that representing France on the international stage carries greater meaning than playing in the NBA.
Victor Wembanyama is definitively the top star poised to become the face of the NBA, having already reached the NBA Finals while delivering standout performances on the international stage with France .
Wembanyama has heeded the call of duty anew, agreeing to play for France in the latest window of the FIBA World Cup European Qualifiers...
Restricted free agency negotiations between Peyton Watson and the Nuggets are at a standstill.
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The Washington Wizards are reportedly the top landing spot for DeMar DeRozan heading into the 2026-27 NBA season.
DeMar DeRozan remains one of the premier free agents available on the market, with ongoing rumors linking him to the Washington Wizards in what is shaping up to be his best option for the 2026-27 NBA season.
After being waived by the Sacramento Kings, he is currently an unrestricted free agent, and the Wizards are regarded as an ideal fit. “A strong case could be made that t...
Sophie Cunningham’s pregame outfits have been a must-see throughout the season. She didn’t disappoint on Tuesday, once again turning heads before the Indiana Fever faced the Toronto Tempo. The veteran guard is experiencing an up-and-down season. She has struggled to produce consistent numbers but bounced back strong inside Scotiabank Arena. Cunningham recorded 13 points built [...]
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Mark Walter agreed to sell the Lakers for a record $12.5 billion after acquiring controlling ownership of the team for a reported $10 billion valuation roughly 10 months earlier. Now, it seems his entire sports empire is suddenly facing a much bigger spotlight. Bill Simmons believes the Lakers could be only the beginning of a […]
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After striking out on bigger-name targets at the 2026 trade deadline and earlier this offseason, the Warriors will likely have to wait until closer to the 2027 trade deadline to meaningfully upgrade their roster, as general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. recently alluded to, per Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area. “We have multiple ways to […]
Bill Chisholm called it “a source of advantage.” A Celtics beat reporter thinks there is something else at play entirely, and the gap between those two versions of the same trade is where this story actually lives. Celtics writer Noa Dalzell posted on X, directly rejecting the ownership narrative around Jaylen Brown’s exit. She wrote […]
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