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Basketball World Cup: Germany through to final after inflicting shock defeat on USA
The semi-final clash between the United States and Germany was the highest scoring match recorded in the tournament since 1994; Germany will now play in their first ever World Cup final against fellow European heavyweights Serbia…
Los Angeles Lakers to unveil Kobe Bryant statue outside their arena on February 8
The Los Angeles Lakers plan to unveil a statue of Kobe Bryant outside their downtown arena on February 8; "There is no better place for Kobe to be honoured with a statue than here at the centre of our city," said Lakers owner Jeanie Buss…
New York Knicks sue Toronto Raptors, accusing rivals of using former employee to steal scouting…
The New York Knicks have sued the Toronto Raptors, accusing their rivals of using a former employee to steal scouting secrets; in a statement, the Raptors and its parent company said it “strongly denies any involvement in the matters…
James Harden’s relationship with Philadelphia 76ers beyond repair after public feud with Daryl…
James Harden's relationship with Philadelphia 76ers is reportedly beyond repair after he publicly lashed out at president of basketball operations, Daryl Morey, at an event in China; "Daryl Morey is a liar, and I will never be a part of an…
NBA releases 2023-24 season schedule with key dates rearranged to maximise player rest and travel
The NBA has released its schedule for the coming season, with key dates rearranged to maximise player rest and travel; several 'off days' have been added to the calendar to help facilitate this; other notable dates are Christmas Day,…
Anthony Davis and Los Angeles Lakers agree three-year contract extension with record NBA annual…
Anthony Davis has committed his long-term future to the Los Angeles Lakers with a three-year contract extension; the $186m dollar deal averages at $62m per season, making it the richest annual salary in NBA history…
Diana Taurasi becomes first WNBA player to score 10,000 career points
Forty-one-year old Diana Taurasi finished the night with 42 points - her highest single-game total since 2010 - to also become the oldest player in WNBA history to produce a 40-point game; Taurasi, drafted first overall by Phoenix in 2004,…
2023 NBA Draft: Team needs for every Eastern Conference franchise
Follow the 2023 NBA Draft with Sky Sports, late overnight on Thursday June 22 where NBA teams will select from the best young prospects from American colleges and around the world internationally…
2023 NBA Draft: Team needs for every Western Conference franchise
Follow the 2023 NBA Draft with Sky Sports, late overnight on Thursday June 22 where NBA teams will select from the best young prospects from American colleges and around the world…