The recent charges brought against a Brooklyn man shed light on an alleged illegal sports betting scheme involving former Toronto Raptors player, Jontay Porter. Porter, known as “Player 1” in the court complaint, was banned from the NBA after it was revealed that he had bet on his own team to lose. According to federal
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The miniseries “Clipped” on Hulu, based on the podcast “The Sterling Affairs,” delves into the power struggles and scandal surrounding former Clippers owner Donald Sterling. The release of an audio recording containing a racist rant by Sterling in 2014 marked a turning point in the NBA’s history, resulting in his lifetime ban. The Cast and
In a recent auction held by collectibles marketplace Goldin, a 2003-04 Upper Deck Ultimate Collection autographed Michael Jordan Logoman card sold for an astonishing $2.928 million, making it the most expensive Jordan card ever sold. The card, numbered 1-of-1, is a Logoman card featuring the NBA logo patch cut from a game-used Chicago Bulls jersey.
French guard Nolan Traore, at 6-foot-5 and only 17 years old, has made a bold decision to stay in his home country rather than accept offers from powerhouse teams around the world. Despite interest from colleges like Duke, Arkansas, Gonzaga, and Alabama, as well as teams in Australia, Euroleague, and EuroCup, Traore has chosen to
The Dallas Mavericks displayed sheer dominance in their Game 5 matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves, securing the Western Conference title and advancing to the NBA Finals. Luka Doncic, who earned the Western Conference finals MVP, had a standout performance with 36 points. From the opening possession of the game, Doncic took control, scoring 12 points
The Dallas Mavericks rookie center, Dereck Lively II, is facing uncertainty regarding his status for Game 5 of the Western Conference finals. After a brief 10-minute workout to test his sprained neck, Lively expressed doubts about his ability to play. Lively’s injury occurred during Game 3 when he was accidentally kneed in the back of
The Washington Wizards have made a significant decision by appointing Brian Keefe as their head coach. Keefe was initially the interim head coach for the team, leading them from late January through the end of the season. Despite the team’s struggles throughout the year, general manager Will Dawkins expressed his confidence in Keefe, highlighting his
LA Clippers coach Ty Lue has recently inked a lucrative deal that will keep him with the team through the 2028-2029 season. The deal is reportedly worth around $14 million per year, making Lue one of the highest-paid coaches in the NBA. This new agreement comes after extensive negotiations between Lue’s agent, Andy Miller of
When I received the news of Bill Walton’s passing at the age of 71, I was filled with an overwhelming sense of sadness. Bill Walton was more than just a basketball player – he was a larger-than-life figure who left a lasting impact on the game and those around him. His legacy of basketball greatness
The Dallas Mavericks faced a setback in Game 3 of the Western Conference finals when rookie center Dereck Lively II suffered a neck sprain. This injury forced him to miss the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Lively’s absence was felt on the court, as he had been a key player off the bench for the
The absence of Tyrese Haliburton, the All-NBA guard for the Indiana Pacers, in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals against the Boston Celtics due to a hamstring strain has raised concerns regarding his availability for Game 4. Sources have indicated that the decision to sit out Haliburton was made to prioritize his health and
Stan Van Gundy, the former NBA coach and current television analyst, recently revealed the heartbreaking news that his wife of 35 years, Kim Van Gundy, died by suicide at the age of 61. This news came as a shock to many, as her cause of death was initially reported as “unexpected.” Van Gundy expressed his