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Clippers Wing Max Strus to Be Reevaluated in Four Weeks With Foot Injury
Max Strus has suffered a partial tear of the plantar fascia in his right foot. The Clippers wing is set to be reevaluated in four weeks.
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Kansas State Reaches $12 Million Settlement With Former Coach Jerome Tang
Kansas State has resolved its dispute with former men’s basketball coach Jerome Tang through a settlement that includes a $12 million payment. The agreement brings closure to the matter between the university and its former coach.
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Michael Jordan Pledges $10 Million to UNC School of Social Work in Honor of His Mother
North Carolina basketball legend Michael Jordan has committed $10 million to the UNC School of Social Work. The gift honors his mother, Deloris P. Jordan.
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Fantasy Basketball Draft Strategy: Players to Fade at Current ADP
Eric Karabell identifies several fantasy basketball players who may be overvalued at their current average draft positions. The list includes notable names such as Kawhi Leonard and Lonzo Ball as managers prepare for upcoming drafts.
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Karl-Anthony Towns Says Knicks Extension Outlook ‘Doesn’t Look Good’ Before Season
Karl-Anthony Towns indicated that a new contract extension with the Knicks is unlikely to be completed before the regular season begins. His comments put the focus on his contract status as New York prepares for the start of its campaign.
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Protect College Sports Act Faces Next Hurdles After Senate Approval
The Protect College Sports Act has cleared the Senate, but its path to becoming law remains unfinished. One of the most significant challenges ahead is time, as the measure must still navigate the remaining steps in the legislative process.
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Inside LeBron James’ First Training Camp With the 76ers
LeBron James’ first training camp with Philadelphia featured early work on the floor, team-building moments and efforts to establish a shared direction. The opening stretch offered a first look at how the 76ers are beginning to shape their approach around their new star.
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LSU Secures Commitment From Five-Star 2027 Guard King Gibson
LSU has landed a major commitment in the 2027 recruiting class, with five-star guard King Gibson choosing the Tigers. Gibson, ranked No. 13 in the class, picked LSU over Arkansas, Louisville and Providence.
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Melvin Council Jr. Returns to Kansas After Court Injunction Clears Seventh Season
Melvin Council Jr. has returned to Kansas after receiving a preliminary injunction from a New York state court. The ruling allows him to play a seventh college basketball season, the school announced Sunday.
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Jalen Duren Relieved to Rejoin Pistons, Calls Detroit ‘Home’
Jalen Duren said he is relieved and excited to be back with the Detroit Pistons after a lengthy negotiation process. The big man described Detroit as “home” as he prepares to continue with the franchise.
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Tobias Harris to Miss Spurs Preseason With Calf Strain
Tobias Harris sustained a calf strain during training camp and will miss the preseason. The Spurs forward is considered questionable for the Oct. 20 season opener against Oklahoma City.
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UConn Adds Five-Star Wing Jordan Page to Recruiting Class
Five-star wing Jordan Page committed to UConn men's basketball on Sunday. His decision gives the Huskies two ESPN five-star prospects in the same recruiting class for the first time in at least 20 years.
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Ziaire Williams Proposes to Girlfriend During Bruno Mars Concert
Ziaire Williams made a memorable off-court move by proposing to his girlfriend during a Bruno Mars show in Inglewood. The moment took place during the singer’s second of five scheduled performances at the venue.
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Heat Team Up With Rockstar Games for Grand Theft Auto VI Promotion
The Miami Heat are partnering with Rockstar Games for a promotional event tied to the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto VI. The event is scheduled for the night before the game’s Nov. 19 release date.
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Trail Blazers Part Ways With Newly Hired Announcer Braiden Bell
The Portland Trail Blazers hired and then dismissed Braiden Bell as their play-by-play announcer on the same day. The decision came after inappropriate social media posts from 2012-13, when Bell was a teenager, surfaced.
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Grizzlies Waive Jordan Hawkins Three Weeks After Trade
The Memphis Grizzlies have waived guard Jordan Hawkins, ending his brief stint with the franchise. The move allows the 2023 lottery pick to enter free agency and seek a new opportunity.
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LeBron James, Jaylen Brown Draw Big Crowd at 76ers Scrimmage
Fans turned out in large numbers Saturday to watch LeBron James, Jaylen Brown and the rest of the 76ers take part in a scrimmage. Lines stretched more than 10 deep as supporters gathered for an early look at the team.
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Fantasy Basketball Draft Guide: Key Resources for Building a Winning Roster
A complete fantasy basketball draft guide brings together the essential tools and information managers need before draft day. The resource is designed to help with preparation, strategy and execution throughout the draft process.
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NBA Expansion Picture Remains Unclear as 2026-27 Season Approaches
With training camps opening for the league’s 30 current teams, attention remains on the NBA’s long-discussed expansion plans. The status of potential 31st and 32nd franchises, including markets such as Las Vegas and Seattle, remains a key league storyline.
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Jalen Duren, Pistons End Standoff With Five-Year, $200M Agreement
Jalen Duren has agreed to a five-year, $200 million fully guaranteed contract to remain with the Detroit Pistons. The deal was reached before Thursday night’s deadline for the All-NBA center to accept a one-year qualifying offer.
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CSC: 68 Schools Near or Reach $20.5M Revenue-Sharing Cap
Sixty-eight schools either reached or came within 5% of the $20.5 million revenue-sharing limit during the first season of NIL payments. The figure highlights how quickly athletic departments moved toward the new cap under the evolving college sports compensation model.
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Australian Point Guard Luke Paul Commits to Duke for 2027-28 Season
Luke Paul, a 17-year-old point guard from Australia, has committed to Duke University for the 2027-28 season. Paul is regarded as a projected lottery pick in the 2028 NBA Draft.
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Nick Nurse Sees LeBron James as Key Creator for Sixers’ Offense
Sixers coach Nick Nurse said he views LeBron James as a major offensive creator. Nurse emphasized James’ ability to set the table for the team’s attack this season.
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Denzel Aberdeen Says Fifth Year at Florida Is 'Fair'
Florida guard Denzel Aberdeen said he believes it is “fair” that he has been granted a fifth year of eligibility. The decision allows him to continue his college basketball career with the Gators.
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Abdul-Malik Olajuwon, Son of Hakeem Olajuwon, Commits to SMU
Abdul-Malik Olajuwon, a top-60 recruit in the 2027 class, has committed to SMU. He is the son of NBA Hall of Famer Hakeem Olajuwon.
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Victor Wembanyama Says He Won’t Promote Sports Betting Sites
San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama said he has no interest in promoting sports betting platforms. The young center said he wants to use his influence in a positive way.
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NIT, WBIT to Reduce Fields to 24 Teams Beginning in 2027
The NIT and Women’s Basketball Invitation Tournament will move from 32-team fields to 24-team formats starting in 2027. The change follows the NCAA tournaments’ expansion to 76 teams beginning this season.
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Donovan Mitchell Extends Adidas Deal, Set for 10th Signature Shoe
Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell has signed a new multiyear contract extension with Adidas. The agreement keeps him with the brand through a 10th signature shoe, placing him among a select group of active NBA players.
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Raptors Secure Jamal Shead on Three-Year, $24 Million Extension
The Toronto Raptors have agreed to a three-year, $24 million contract extension with guard Jamal Shead. The deal keeps Shead with the franchise as Toronto continues shaping its backcourt rotation.
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Five NBA Coaching Situations Facing Added Scrutiny
As the new NBA season approaches, several coaches with teams carrying Finals-level expectations are set to operate under heightened attention. The pressure is tied less to early-season noise than to the demands that come with rosters built to contend.
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