Tag: Basketball

76ers Erase 29-Point Deficit to Stun Cavaliers, 114–106, in Stunning Comeback

Brandon King

The Philadelphia 76ers delivered a comeback for the ages Thursday night, rallying from a 29-point deficit to defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers, 114–106, in their regular-season home opener. Led by Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, Jaylen Brown and LeBron James, Philadelphia transformed a disastrous first half into a statement victory, outscoring Cleveland 69–37 after halftime to complete the comeback. The win moved the Sixers to 2–0 to start the 2026–27 NBA season. Cavaliers Dominate Early Before Philadelphia Responds Cleveland looked firmly in control during the first half, building its lead behind Donovan…

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Atlanta Dream Sell Out 17,000-Seat State Farm Arena for WNBA Finals Games

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The Atlanta Dream are bringing the 2026 WNBA Finals to a much bigger stage — and the fans are showing up. The Dream have sold out the 17,000-seat State Farm Arena after the WNBA rescheduled Games 3 and 4 of the Finals to the Atlanta Hawks’ home arena, according to Front Office Sports. The games were originally scheduled to take place in a venue with approximately 3,500 seats. The move to State Farm Arena gives Atlanta nearly five times the seating capacity, creating an opportunity for significantly more fans to…

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WNBA Finals Game 1 Sets All-Time Viewership Record With 2.1 Million Viewers

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The WNBA Finals are making history on the court and on television. Game 1 of the 2026 WNBA Finals averaged 2.1 million viewers across NBC and Peacock, setting a new record as the most-watched Finals Game 1 in league history. The milestone underscores the growing audience for women’s basketball as the WNBA closes out another landmark season. With the championship series underway, the record-setting audience gives the league another major television achievement and puts a spotlight on the continued interest surrounding its biggest games. The attention now shifts to Game…

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Dillon Brooks Trolls LeBron James With NYC Billboard Before 76ers Debut at MSG

Brandon King

Dillon Brooks is making sure LeBron James gets a little extra attention before his next chapter in the NBA. A billboard in New York City is taking aim at James ahead of his Philadelphia 76ers debut against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. The billboard adds another chapter to the long-running back-and-forth between Brooks and the four-time NBA champion. Brooks has never been shy about challenging James on the court or making headlines with his comments. Now, the rivalry is getting some additional visibility on the streets of…

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WNBA Announces 2026 All-Defensive Teams: Angel Reese, A’ja Wilson Headline First Team

Brandon King

The WNBA has announced its 2026 All-Defensive Teams, recognizing 10 players for their impact on the defensive end of the floor. The First Team features Angel Reese, A’ja Wilson, Rhyne Howard, Shakira Austin and Gabby Williams. The Second Team includes Veronica Burton, Jordin Canada, Sonia Citron, Breanna Stewart and Kiah Stokes. 2026 WNBA All-Defensive First Team 2026 WNBA All-Defensive Second Team What This Means Earning All-Defensive honors is a major recognition of a player’s impact beyond the box score. From protecting the rim to pressuring ball handlers and limiting scoring…

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Michael Rubin Admits Fanatics’ NBA Player Investments Created an Ownership Conflict

Brandon King

Michael Rubin says his business ties to NBA players helped explain why he had to give up his ownership stake in the Philadelphia 76ers. Fanatics founder Michael Rubin is opening up about the league ownership rules that complicated his position as a Sixers owner. In a statement circulating on social media, Rubin said Fanatics had investments from several prominent NBA players, including LeBron James, Joel Embiid, James Harden, Chris Paul and Kevin Durant. “I think we were violating every rule the NBA had,” Rubin said, explaining that league rules governing…

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Aliyah Boston Undergoes Successful Knee Surgery: What We Know About the Fever Star’s Recovery

Brandon King

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Fever star Aliyah Boston has undergone successful surgery to repair the lateral meniscus in her right knee, giving the four-time WNBA All-Star an opportunity to begin her offseason rehabilitation. The Fever announced Thursday, October 15, that Boston underwent a right knee arthroscopy on Wednesday. The procedure was performed by Dr. Corey Kendall at OrthoIndy. According to the team, Boston will begin rehabilitation with Indiana’s medical and performance staff. The Fever have not announced a timetable for her return, and further updates will be provided as they become…

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BREAKING: Pablo Torre Investigating LeBron James’ Fanatics Helicopter Situation After NBA Owners Reach Out

Brandon King

Pablo Torre says NBA owners have contacted him about LeBron James flying in a Fanatics-branded helicopter, prompting the journalist to look into the situation. 🚨 THE LATEST: Pablo Torre is looking into the situation involving LeBron James and a Fanatics-branded helicopter after reportedly hearing from NBA owners. Torre revealed that NBA owners had contacted him about LeBron’s helicopter travel, adding that he is “looking into” the matter. The situation has sparked questions about the circumstances surrounding the helicopter arrangement and why it has drawn the attention of NBA owners. However,…

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Penny Hardaway Puts $2.6 Million of His Own Money Into Memphis Basketball’s Roster

Brandon King

Memphis Tigers | College Basketball | NIL & Revenue SharingPenny Hardaway is putting his money where his ambitions are. The University of Memphis head men’s basketball coach reportedly contributed $2.6 million of his own money toward the Tigers’ roster-building budget for the 2026–27 season, according to reporting by The Commercial Appeal’s Jason Munz, as cited by On3 and CBS Sports. The contribution is part of a reported $9 million revenue-sharing budget for Memphis men’s basketball this season, highlighting the growing financial demands of competing in modern college basketball. Hardaway discussed…

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NBA Smart Ball Could Debut in 2027: Adam Silver’s New Technology Raises Questions

Brandon King

The NBA is testing a sensor-equipped Wilson basketball that could help officials make more accurate calls, but questions remain about transparency, reliability and the future role of technology in the game. The NBA could be preparing for another major technological change, and this time, the innovation is inside the basketball itself. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says the league is exploring a new “smart ball” developed in partnership with Wilson that could be used in NBA games as soon as 2027. The basketball features a tiny Bluetooth sensor designed to track…

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