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NBA Cracks Down on Tanking Amid Gambling Concerns

League fines teams for sitting players, citing integrity of games and bets

Celtics Fans Eagerly Await Tatum's Potential Return

NBA schedule change sparks speculation about star player's recovery timeline

Miami Heat's Keshad Johnson Wins 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest

Keshad Johnson dazzled the crowd with his dunks and dance moves, defeating San Antonio Spurs' Carter Bryant in the final round.

Former Arizona Wildcat Keshad Johnson wins NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest

Johnson tops fellow Wildcat Carter Bryant in the final round of the dunk competition

Keshad Johnson wins Dunk Contest as Lakers' Jaxson Hayes misses finals

Heat forward's showmanship and theatrics earn him the 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest title

The AFL and ABA Leagues Live On Through Their Legacies

The defunct professional sports leagues have left lasting impacts decades after their demise.

Chris Paul Retires as One of NBA's Greatest Point Guards

The 12-time All-Star walks away from the game after a storied 21-year career.

Bucks Bolster Roster with Deadline Pickups

Two under-the-radar acquisitions have lifted the Bucks to two big wins leading into the All-Star break.

NBA Fines Jazz and Pacers for Tanking Violations

Commissioner Adam Silver sends a strong message to the rest of the league about blatant tanking tactics.

Oakland Woman Launches Developmental Basketball League for WNBA Hopefuls

Faatimah Amen-Ra A's Women's Premier Basketball Association provides a pathway for young women to reach the professional ranks.

Short-handed Hornets hold off Hawks comeback

Charlotte wins without suspended starters, but faces tough schedule ahead

Wizards Acquire Anthony Davis in Surprise Trade

The 10-time All-Star big man joins Trae Young in Washington, but extension talks remain uncertain.

Nets Lose to Pacers in Epic Tank-Off

Kam Jones' late three-pointer gives Pacers the win, hurting Nets' draft position

Former Laker Juan Toscano-Anderson Weighs in on GOAT Debate

Toscano-Anderson believes LeBron James is the greatest basketball player of all time.

WNBA Valkyries Remain Optimistic as CBA Negotiations Drag On

Coach Natalie Nakase and the team are staying busy despite the offseason uncertainty.

Huskies' Jasir Rencher To Have Heart Procedure

Freshman swingman to undergo medical evaluation during Penn State game

Oakland Golden Grizzlies defeat Milwaukee Panthers 73-60

Michael Houge scores 19 points in the victory

Jazz's Walker Kessler Poised for Lucrative Contract After Trade Deadline

The young center's value has skyrocketed despite missing most of the season due to injury.

Timberwolves Should Bring Back Veteran Mike Conley

After a trade and contract buyout, Conley could return to his former team in Minnesota.

Veteran NBA Center Vucevic Traded to Contending Celtics

15-year NBA veteran Nikola Vucevic joins Boston Celtics, finally getting a chance to compete in the playoffs.