South Korean national team forward Choi Jun-yong, a 32-year-old KBL MVP, announced his decision to move to the United States to pursue his long-held dream of playing in the NBA, starting with the G League.
WNBA player Sophie Cunningham states she is unconcerned by rallies supporting her stance against transgender participation in women's sports, which have occurred outside recent Indiana Fever games. The rallies, attracting small crowds, are tied to a Washington state ballot initiative.
Savannah James, wife of LeBron James, has built a distinct identity through entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and interior design, earning respect beyond her association with the NBA star.
LeBron James, viermaliger NBA-Champion, verlässt die Los Angeles Lakers und unterschreibt einen Vertrag mit den Philadelphia 76ers. Der 41-Jährige soll zwei Spielzeiten für den Traditionsverein spielen und wird als 'König' (King James) begrüßt.
LeBron James, 41, spielt seine 24. NBA-Saison für die Philadelphia 76ers. Er unterschrieb einen Zweijahresvertrag über 8 Millionen Dollar, nachdem er die Los Angeles Lakers nach 8 Jahren verlassen hatte. James sucht seinen sechsten Meisterschaftsring.
LeBron James, the NBA's all-time leading scorer, announced he will join the Philadelphia 76ers next season for what he states will be his final contract. The 41-year-old left the Los Angeles Lakers last month after eight years.
The 23rd Commonwealth Games will take place in Glasgow from July 23 to August 2, featuring 74 associations competing in 215 events across 10 sports, including Para sport. Australia, England, Canada, India, and New Zealand are expected to be dominant medal contenders.
Netball, historically dismissed as a 'girly game' and pioneered by suffragist Martina Bergman Osterberg, is now professionalizing and campaigning for Olympic inclusion at Brisbane 2032. The sport, driven by women, seeks to secure its future beyond the Commonwealth Games.
The Los Angeles Dodgers' White House visit has sparked division among immigrant fans, including Juan, who feel the team hasn't adequately supported the community amid Trump's immigration crackdown, especially given former ownership ties to a detention center operator.
The Pakistan Cricket Board has mandated padel for 40 minutes every alternate day at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore to boost player agility, reflexes, stamina, and fielding. This decision, led by Aqib Javed, also includes plans for new basketball courts, an indoor games hall, and an AI-powered bowling machine to modernize training.
Die Miami Heat werben intensiv um LeBron James, der die Los Angeles Lakers verlässt. Präsident Pat Riley nennt Vorteile wie Giannis Antetokounmpo als Mitspieler, Golfplatz, Wetter und Steuerfreiheit. Ein versehentliches Ankündigungsvideo auf YouTube heizte Spekulationen an, die Heat dementierten jedoch eine Einigung.
Chinese dunking star Chen Dengxing, 39, impressed crowds and Shaquille O'Neal at the inaugural Dunkman league opener in Atlanta with a 6ft 10in between-the-legs dunk over six people, showcasing his 45-inch vertical leap.
Spain secured their second FIFA World Cup title in 2026 by beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time. Following the victory, Spain's players celebrated by cutting pieces of the goal net at MetLife Stadium, a tradition borrowed from basketball, to keep as souvenirs.
Rodri, the cerebral midfielder, was named the World Cup's defining player despite lacking celebrity appeal, contrasting with the tournament's marketing of individual stars and the US youth system's focus on physicality over tactical skill. His redemption story highlights the value of less measurable attributes in elite football.
Yao Ming, a prominent Chinese NBA star and three-time Olympian, formally announced his retirement from competitive basketball in Shanghai on July 20, 2011, citing persistent injuries. He described the move as "a comma, not a full stop," hinting at future plans.
El FC Barcelona ha reactivado un plan B para su banquillo de baloncesto y Aleksandar Sekulic es el favorito. El esloveno, campeón de Europa en 2017, llegaría tras ganar la Liga Adriática con el Dubái Basketball.
El FC Barcelona ha reactivado un plan B para la banqueta de baloncesto y Aleksandar Sekulic es el favorito. El esloveno, campeón de Europa en 2017, llegaría tras entrenar al Dubai Basketball y ha estado en la Euroliga.
The coastal phase of the Joint Sea 2026 naval exercise between Russia and China concluded in Qingdao. Ship commanders planned the naval phase, crews shared experiences, and Chinese sailors toured the Russian cruiser Varyag. The exercise continues in the Yellow Sea.
Der FC Bayern Basketball hat den US-Center Austin Wiley von Hapoel Jerusalem verpflichtet. Der 27-Jährige unterschrieb einen Dreijahresvertrag und soll vor allem defensiv für "enorme Präsenz" sorgen.
Nelson Maués, ex-jogador de basquete profissional e um dos maiores nomes do esporte paraense, morreu aos 81 anos em Belém. Ele foi pioneiro na modalidade no Pará, recordista de títulos estaduais e vestiu a camisa da seleção brasileira.
The WNBA faces challenges with a small player pool, but talent is vast. This article highlights overlooked players like Rebekah Gardner, NaLyssa Smith, Kaila Charles, and Madina Okot. It also addresses online toxicity directed at players, including Caitlin Clark and Alyssa Thomas, and revisits the league's first broadcast.
The 2026 NBA free agency's first week saw the Philadelphia 76ers emerge as major winners by acquiring Jaylen Brown. The Los Angeles Clippers are rebuilding, while LeBron James remains a top free agent. The Boston Celtics and Detroit Pistons are identified as key losers.
Owners of BIG3 NFTs are suing Ice Cube's basketball league for allegedly failing to deliver on promises of ownership stakes and benefits, as the league prepares for a SPAC deal.
Former college basketball player Kerr Kriisa has been indicted on five counts of wire fraud for allegedly defrauding two victims of nearly $2.2 million. The indictment states Kriisa posed as others, including his mother, to solicit funds for fabricated emergencies.
