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Albany State Celebrates Student-Athletes Named to SIAC All-Academic Team

Brandon King

Albany State University is celebrating academic excellence after several Golden Rams student-athletes were named to the SIAC All-Academic Team. The recognition highlights student-athletes who have demonstrated strong performance in the classroom while balancing the demands of collegiate competition across multiple sports. “This is what excellence looks like—dominant in the classroom and on the field, court, and track,” the program shared in a social media post. “Couldn’t be more proud of our student-athletes named to the SIAC All-Academic Team. Outstanding work!” The honor reflects Albany State’s continued commitment to developing well-rounded…

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Caleb Love Signs Two-Way Deal with Philadelphia 76ers

Brandon King

The Philadelphia 76ers continue to add depth to their backcourt, agreeing to a two-way contract with free agent guard Caleb Love, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Love joins Philadelphia after spending last season with the Portland Trail Blazers, where he showcased his scoring ability and flashed the offensive talent that made him one of college basketball’s most recognizable guards. His ability to create shots, knock down perimeter jumpers, and provide instant offense gives the 76ers another intriguing developmental piece. The two-way contract allows Love to split time between the 76ers…

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WNBA All-Star Voting: Less Than Half of Players Cast Ballots, Sparks Players Reportedly Missed Voting Forms

Brandon King

The integrity of the WNBA All-Star voting process is facing new scrutiny after a report revealed that fewer than half of the league’s players participated in voting for this year’s All-Star starters. According to ESPN, a little less than half of the WNBA’s player body submitted ballots for the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game. Player voting accounts for 25 percent of the final vote, with fans contributing 50 percent and media members making up the remaining 25 percent. The low turnout reportedly wasn’t entirely by choice. Sources told ESPN that some…

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NBA’s Connected Basketball Debuts at Summer League, Could Revolutionize Officiating

Brandon King

The NBA is introducing another piece of cutting-edge technology to the hardwood. During this year’s NBA Summer League, the league will test a connected basketball equipped with an embedded sensor capable of detecting when a player makes contact with the ball. The initiative is part of the NBA’s ongoing effort to use technology to improve officiating without changing the way the game is played. According to the league, the embedded sensor does not materially affect the basketball’s weight, feel, or playability, allowing players to compete with what feels like a…

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Billy Donovan Hired by Spurs as Lead Assistant After Bulls Exit

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Image via the National Basketball Association The San Antonio Spurs are adding a veteran coaching presence to their bench. According to Shams Charania and Pete Thamel, former Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan has agreed to become San Antonio’s lead assistant coach under first-year head coach Mitch Johnson. Donovan parted ways with Chicago in April after five seasons leading the Bulls. Prior to his NBA coaching career, he built one of the most accomplished résumés in college basketball, winning back-to-back national championships at the University of Florida before making the…

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NBA to Test Revolutionary One Free-Throw Rule at 2026 Summer League

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Adam Silver’s NBA has once again decided to fix something that was not broken and they are using the Summer League as its laboratory. League officials will test a one free-throw rule during the 2026 NBA Summer League, an experimental change designed to reduce game interruptions while maintaining the same scoring value for shooting fouls. Under the proposed rule, players will take just one free throw regardless of whether the foul would normally result in one, two, or three attempts. The lone free throw will simply be worth the total…

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College Athletics Enters a New Era as Four Major Programs Officially Change Apparel Partners

Brandon King

The landscape of college athletics officially looks different today. July 1 marks the beginning of new apparel partnerships for several major NCAA athletic programs, ushering in a wave of changes that will influence everything from uniforms and footwear to recruiting, NIL opportunities, and fan merchandise. Among the biggest moves is Penn State’s highly anticipated transition from Nike to adidas, ending a 33-year partnership with the Swoosh. The reported 10-year agreement, valued at approximately $300 million, reunites one of college athletics’ most recognizable brands with the Three Stripes. While Penn State’s…

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BREAKING: Lakers Land Walker Kessler in Blockbuster Trade with Jazz, Sign Center to $130M Deal

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The Los Angeles Lakers have made a major splash in the trade market, acquiring center Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz in a massive deal that reshapes both franchises, sources tell ESPN. Los Angeles is sending unprotected first-round picks in 2031 and 2033, along with first-round pick swaps in 2028 and 2030, to Utah in exchange for the young defensive anchor. Kessler is also set to sign a four-year, $130 million contract extension with the Lakers, which includes a player option in the fourth year and a full trade kicker,…

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2026 Emirates NBA Cup Groups Revealed: Lakers, Warriors, Knicks Headline Tournament Draw

Brandon King

The NBA has officially unveiled the group stage for the 2026 Emirates NBA Cup, setting the stage for another month of meaningful basketball before the calendar flips to December. All 30 NBA teams were randomly drawn into groups of five within their respective conferences based on their 2025-26 regular-season records. The tournament returns for its fourth edition, with Group Play beginning on October 30 and concluding on November 27. How the Emirates NBA Cup Works Group Play will be held exclusively on designated “Cup Nights” from Oct. 30 through Nov.…

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Supreme Court Upholds State Laws Restricting Transgender Athletes in Girls’ and Women’s Sports

Brandon King

The U.S. Supreme Court issued one of the most consequential sports rulings in recent history on Tuesday, upholding state laws in Idaho and West Virginia that restrict participation in girls’ and women’s school sports based on biological sex. The decision is expected to influence high school and collegiate athletics across the country, affirming similar laws already enacted in more than two dozen states while shaping the ongoing national conversation surrounding competitive fairness, inclusion, and the role of athletic governing bodies. Although the case centered on two state laws, its impact…

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