Category: Basketball

Atlanta Dream Say WNBA Ignored Scheduling Concerns as Ownership Speaks Out Over Game 6

Brandon King

The Atlanta Dream are pushing back against the WNBA’s handling of the 2026 WNBA Finals schedule, saying their concerns were raised well before Game 6 was moved to a Thursday afternoon tipoff but did not receive the attention they deserved. The controversy has intensified following a public statement from the Dream’s ownership group, which expressed frustration with the decision to schedule the pivotal Finals matchup for 12:30 p.m. ET at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. “Playing a midday game on a Thursday is not what we would have chosen and…

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Charlotte Hornets to Retire Muggsy Bogues’ No. 1 Jersey

Brandon King

The Charlotte Hornets are preparing to honor one of the most beloved players in franchise history. The Hornets will retire Muggsy Bogues’ No. 1 jersey on February 11, recognizing the former point guard’s lasting impact on the organization. Standing at just 5-foot-3, Bogues remains the shortest player in NBA history. Despite his size, he built a 14-season NBA career defined by his playmaking, defensive ability and leadership. Bogues spent 10 seasons with Charlotte from 1988 to 1998, becoming a central figure during the franchise’s early years. He remains the Hornets’…

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Dominique Wilkins Named Alabama State Men’s Basketball General Manager

Brandon King

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — NBA Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins is bringing his basketball experience and professional connections to the HBCU level after being named general manager of Alabama State’s men’s basketball program. Alabama State University announced the appointment Tuesday, October 27, during its annual Basketball Tip-Off Reception, where athletics director Jason Cable introduced Wilkins to Hornet supporters. The move gives the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) program a prominent basketball figure as it prepares for the 2026-27 season. What Will Dominique Wilkins Do at Alabama State? Wilkins will work with Alabama…

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BREAKING: Anthony Edwards to Miss Up to Two Months After Right Knee Procedure

Brandon King

The Minnesota Timberwolves have been dealt a significant setback early in the 2026-27 NBA season, as superstar guard Anthony Edwards is expected to miss an extended stretch while addressing an ongoing knee issue. ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania reported Tuesday, October 27, that Edwards will undergo an arthroscopic procedure on his ailing right knee and could miss up to two months. The news comes after Edwards was listed as questionable for Monday’s matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers because of right knee injury management. He played in the game despite the…

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WNBA Finals Game 6 Sells Out State Farm Arena After 10,000 Tickets Sold in 90 Minutes

Brandon King

The Atlanta Dream will have a packed house for Game 6 of the WNBA Finals after a massive response from fans in Atlanta. More than 10,000 tickets were sold in the first 90 minutes after tickets for Game 6 were released, the Dream announced. The demand quickly translated into a sellout, with Renee Montgomery confirming during the broadcast that State Farm Arena was sold out. The arena, which has a capacity of approximately 17,000, will provide the backdrop for Thursday’s 12:30 p.m. ET tipoff. Atlanta Fans Answer the Call The…

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WNBA Finals Game 6 Moved to State Farm Arena as League Resolves Scheduling Conflict

Brandon King

ATLANTA — The WNBA has reached a resolution on the venue and start time for Game 6 of the 2026 WNBA Finals, keeping the Atlanta Dream at State Farm Arena for Thursday’s potential championship-clinching game against the Golden State Valkyries. Game 6 is scheduled for Thursday, October 29, at 12:30 p.m. ET at Atlanta’s State Farm Arena, which seats approximately 17,000 fans. The game was originally scheduled for 8 p.m. ET, but the WNBA announced Monday that the start time would be moved up to accommodate the arena’s schedule. The…

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WNBA Finals Game 6 Could Be Played in 3,500-Seat Arena Amid Relocation Uncertainty

Brandon King

The WNBA Finals are guaranteed to return to Atlanta for Game 6, but the league still faces a major question: Where will the game be played? As of Sunday, October 25, Game 6 remains scheduled for Thursday, October 29, at 8 p.m. ET. However, the Atlanta Dream could be forced to host the Golden State Valkyries at Gateway Center Arena, a venue with approximately 3,500 seats, unless the league and other parties reach an agreement to relocate the game. According to reporting by USA TODAY Sports, published through Yahoo Sports,…

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Golden State Valkyries Beat Atlanta Dream 67-62 in Game 4, Tie WNBA Finals at 2-2

Brandon King

The Golden State Valkyries are refusing to go away quietly. Golden State defeated the Atlanta Dream 67-62 in Game 4 of the 2026 WNBA Finals on Saturday, October 24, tying the best-of-seven championship series at two games apiece. After suffering a 26-point defeat in Game 3, the Valkyries responded with a defensive-minded performance and timely baskets to put themselves back in championship contention. Golden State established control early, taking a 42-26 halftime lead. Atlanta made a push after the break, outscoring the Valkyries in both the third and fourth quarters,…

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Jaylen Brown Calls 🧢 on Jayson Tatum’s 76ers Trade Story

Brandon King

Jaylen Brown has seemingly questioned his former teammate Jayson Tatum’s version of events surrounding his blockbuster trade from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers. In a clip from Tatum’s Summer of Jayson video series, Tatum recalled learning that Boston had traded Brown to Philadelphia, saying he was just as caught off guard as the rest of the world. But Brown’s response? One blue cap emoji. 🧢 The reaction has NBA fans questioning whether Tatum knew more about the trade than he let on. However, Brown has not explained exactly…

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Legendary LSU Basketball Coach Dale Brown Dies at 90: Tigers Icon Won 448 Games and Reached Two Final Fours

Brandon King

The college basketball world is mourning the passing of Dale Brown, the legendary coach who helped establish LSU as a national force during his 25 seasons leading the Tigers. The Southeastern Conference acknowledged Brown’s passing in a tribute shared on October 23, recognizing his lasting contributions to LSU basketball and extending condolences to his family, former players and the entire LSU community. Brown finished his LSU coaching career with 448 victories, two Final Four appearances and four SEC championships. His tenure helped define an important era in Tigers basketball and…

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