Report: NBA Seeking Punishment Steve Ballmer Will Accept in Kawhi Leonard Investigation

The NBA’s investigation involving Kawhi Leonard may be taking longer than expected because league officials are reportedly working to find a disciplinary outcome that Steve Ballmer will accept. According to reporter Vivek Jacob, there is a growing belief that the delay is tied to the NBA’s desire to preserve commissioner Adam Silver’s relationship with Ballmer, one of the league’s most influential owners. If accurate, the report suggests the league is carefully weighing both its investigative findings and the broader implications of any potential punishment. At this time, neither the NBA…

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Former NBA First-Round Pick Royce White Says He Will Declare for 2027 WNBA Draft

Former NBA first-round pick Royce White says he plans to declare for the 2027 WNBA Draft, stating that he now identifies as transgender for the purpose of pursuing a professional basketball career in the league. White, who was selected 16th overall by the Houston Rockets in the 2012 NBA Draft, made the announcement in comments to Fox News Digital. The 6-foot-8 former NBA forward said he believes he would be “unstoppable” in the WNBA and indicated he could consider legal action if he is not permitted to participate. According to…

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WNBA Rescinds Caitlin Clark’s Eighth Technical Foul, Avoiding Automatic Suspension

The WNBA has officially rescinded the eighth technical foul assessed to Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark, allowing her to avoid an automatic one-game suspension. Clark was initially whistled for a technical during the Fever’s 90-86 victory over the Chicago Sky after making incidental contact with an official while chasing a loose ball out of bounds. The Fever quickly appealed the ruling, arguing the contact was accidental. After reviewing the play, the league agreed and overturned the technical. The decision reduces Clark’s season total from eight technical fouls back to seven,…

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Brandon Clarke’s Cause of Death Confirmed as Accidental Heroin and Cocaine Overdose

The cause of death for former NBA forward Brandon Clarke has been officially confirmed. According to The Athletic, Clarke died as the result of an accidental overdose involving heroin and cocaine. The news brings a tragic conclusion following Clarke’s passing, with the official findings confirming there was no indication of foul play. Clarke was known for his athleticism, relentless energy, and professionalism throughout his basketball career. Following news of his death, tributes from across the basketball community poured in as teammates, coaches, fans, and fellow players remembered him both for…

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Tennessee State Basketball Announces 2026-27 OVC Schedule as Tigers Begin Title Defense

The road to another Ohio Valley Conference championship is officially set. Defending OVC champion Tennessee State has announced its 2026-27 conference schedule, giving the Tigers their first look at the path toward defending both their regular-season and tournament crowns. The 16-game league slate features eight home contests at the Gentry Center and eight road games as Tennessee State looks to build on one of the program’s most successful seasons in more than three decades. The Tigers will tip off conference play on Dec. 31 with a road matchup against Southern…

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James Harden’s Misdemeanor Gun Charge Dismissed by Texas Judge

James Harden arrives before the World Cup final soccer match between Spain and Argentina in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)AP Photo James Harden’s misdemeanor gun charge in Texas has officially been dismissed after the NBA star completed an alternative resolution program, according to court records. Harris County Criminal Court Judge Alex Salgado dismissed the charge Thursday at the request of the Harris County District Attorney’s Office. The dismissal came after Harden successfully completed an alternative resolution program, which typically allows eligible defendants…

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Former NBA Player Enes Kanter Freedom Declares Himself a ‘WNBA Prospect’ in Viral Social Media Post

Former NBA center Enes Kanter Freedom is once again at the center of a social media firestorm after announcing that he is “officially declaring” himself a WNBA prospect. Freedom shared the statement on X, writing: “After careful consideration… I’m officially declaring myself a @WNBA prospect. If simply declaring it is enough, then I guess I’ll see you all at training camp.” The post quickly gained traction online, generating thousands of reactions and reigniting debate over transgender athlete participation in women’s sports. While Freedom did not directly reference a specific player…

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Kevin Love Reportedly Wants to Join 76ers, Eyeing One Final Run Alongside LeBron James

Veteran forward Kevin Love reportedly wants to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers, according to Dave McMenamin, a move that would reunite him with longtime teammate and close friend LeBron James. The only obstacle is Philadelphia’s roster. The 76ers must waive or trade a player to create an open roster spot before they can sign Love ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. Love, a five-time All-Star and 2016 NBA champion, remains one of the NBA’s most accomplished veterans. While he’s no longer the centerpiece he was during his prime with the…

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Chelsea Gray Makes WNBA History with Two Clutch Buzzer-Beaters in Aces’ Overtime Thriller

image via the Las Vegas Aces Chelsea Gray reminded the basketball world why she’s known as the “Point Gawd.” The Las Vegas Aces guard delivered one of the most remarkable clutch performances in WNBA history Thursday night, hitting a game-tying three-pointer at the end of regulation before drilling the game-winning three-pointer at the overtime buzzer to lift the Aces to an 86-84 victory over the Indiana Fever. In the process, Gray became the first player in WNBA history to record both a game-tying buzzer-beater to force overtime and a game-winning…

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Luka Dončić Reportedly Faces $50 Million Custody and Support Claim in Slovenia

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Dončić is reportedly facing a significant new development in his ongoing custody dispute with former fiancée Anamaria Goltes. According to TMZ Sports, Goltes has filed a new legal claim in Slovenia seeking a total of $50 million as part of the custody and support proceedings. The report states that the filing includes $40 million for Goltes and $10 million related to the couple’s two daughters. TMZ also reports that Goltes is seeking to reduce Dončić’s parenting time from at least two days per week to…

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