Tag: Basketball

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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Atlanta Dream’s WNBA Finals Home-Court Location Still Uncertain

Brandon King

The Atlanta Dream have reached the 2026 WNBA Finals, but where they’ll play their home games remains uncertain because of scheduling conflicts at State Farm Arena. The arena, home of the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks, is unavailable for all three potential Atlanta home dates: Those conflicts have complicated the Dream’s efforts to host their Finals games at the larger venue. State Farm Arena can accommodate more than 17,000 fans, while Gateway Center Arena in College Park, Georgia, has a basketball capacity of approximately 3,500. According to USA TODAY reporting, the Dream’s…

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BREAKING: Warriors Sign Brandin Podziemski to $110 Million Extension — Full Contract Breakdown

Brandon King

The Golden State Warriors are investing in their future, and Brandin Podziemski is getting a major payday. Podziemski has agreed to a five-year, $110 million contract extension with Golden State, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The deal is fully guaranteed and includes a mutual option for the fifth season (2031–32) and a trade kicker. ESPN’s Anthony Slater shared the reported year-by-year salary structure, giving fans a closer look at how the deal is set up. Brandin Podziemski’s Contract Breakdown Season Salary Year 1 $18.9 million Year 2 $20.4 million Year…

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Liberty Timeout Controversy Overshadows Game 2 Loss

Brandon King

The New York Liberty were 4.3 seconds away from potentially forcing a second overtime. Instead, they left Atlanta with a devastating 101-98 overtime loss—and a controversy that could follow this semifinal series all the way back to Brooklyn. After Angel Reese knocked down two free throws to put Atlanta ahead by three, New York appeared to have one final opportunity to advance the ball and create a much better look at a tying 3-pointer. But the Liberty didn’t use their reset timeout. Breanna Stewart says there was a reason. She…

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NBA Europe Hits Major Roadblock as EuroLeague Teams Reject NBA Proposal

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The NBA’s plans to launch a 16-team European league as early as 2027 have hit a major roadblock after EuroLeague shareholder clubs rejected the NBA’s initial proposal to collaborate and create a unified NBA Europe operation. The NBA wants to establish a new European basketball competition that could debut during the 2027-28 season, but the league now appears headed toward a direct battle with EuroLeague rather than a partnership. According to Front Office Sports, a supermajority of the 13 EuroLeague shareholder clubs rejected the NBA’s proposal during a meeting in…

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