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Adam Silver Will Announce Ja Morant Punishment After NBA Finals

A decision has been made regarding punishment for the Memphis Grizzlies’ Ja Morant, according to NBA Commissioner, Adam Silver. ESPN reported that Silver has stated that the decision made about the punishment Morant is facing will be held until after the conclusion of the NBA Finals, which started with a Denver Nuggets victory over the Miami… Continue reading Adam Silver Will Announce Ja Morant Punishment After NBA Finals

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver ‘Assuming the Worst’ About Ja Morant Video; Morant Takes ‘Full Accountability’

It has been several days since the discovery of a now-deleted video showing Memphis Grizzlies guard, Ja Morant brandishing a weapon on Instagram Live. The incident brought immediate action from the Grizzlies as they suspended Morant. Now, NBA Commissioner, Adam Silver has spoken about the unfortunate situation as Morant released a statement regarding the troubling videotaped… Continue reading NBA Commissioner Adam Silver ‘Assuming the Worst’ About Ja Morant Video; Morant Takes ‘Full Accountability’

NBA Suspends Draymond Green For Stomping Opposing Player, Domantas Sabonis in Playoff Game

NBA Suspends Draymond Green For Stomping Opposing Player, Domantas Sabonis in Playoff Game Golden State Warriors enforcer, Draymond Green reacted to an opposing player grabbing his ankle during a playoff game against the Sacramento Kings by stomping on his chest. For that action, the NBA has suspended the championship Warrior for the next playoff game.… Continue reading NBA Suspends Draymond Green For Stomping Opposing Player, Domantas Sabonis in Playoff Game

Former NBA Player Sebastian Telfair Pleads Guilty to NBA Insurance Fraud Scam

Sebastian Telfair Pleads Guilty A former professional basketball player has pleaded guilty to his role in submitting false claims in an effort to defraud the NBA Players’ Health and Welfare Benefit Plan. According to Bloomberg, former National Basketball Association player Sebastian Telfair pleaded guilty on Wednesday, Mar. 15 for being one of several NBA players… Continue reading Former NBA Player Sebastian Telfair Pleads Guilty to NBA Insurance Fraud Scam

Karl Malone Responds By Not Addressing his Past Relationship with 13-Year-Old Girl Who Bore his Child

Karl Malone Responds By Not Addressing his Past Relationship with 13-Year-Old Girl Who Bore his Child As an announcement was made about Utah Jazz legend Karl Malone being involved as a judge for the NBA All-Star Game’s dunk contest, his sordid past became a topic of discussion. Social media started complaining about Malone’s involvement in… Continue reading Karl Malone Responds By Not Addressing his Past Relationship with 13-Year-Old Girl Who Bore his Child

The Brooklyn Nets Trade Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks

The Brooklyn Nets Trade Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks The Brooklyn Nets Kyrie Irving era is officially over! After requesting another trade for the second time in less than a year, the Brooklyn Nets honored the wish of trading their talented, yet mercurial basketball player. According to multiple reports, Irving will now join another… Continue reading The Brooklyn Nets Trade Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks

Former NBA Player and Head Coach, Paul Silas Passes Away at 79

The NBA world is mourning after learning that former NBA All-Star and longtime head coach Paul Silas has recently passed away at the of age 79. According to an announcement by the Houston Rockets, Silas, who was the father of the current head coach, Stephen died over the weekend. The New York Times reported that… Continue reading Former NBA Player and Head Coach, Paul Silas Passes Away at 79

Kyrie Irving Suspended 5 Games Team Says ‘He is Currently Unfit to be Associated with the Brooklyn Nets’

Kyrie Irving Suspended 5 Games Team Says ‘He is Currently Unfit to be Associated with the Brooklyn Nets’ After pledging to donate $500,000 of his own money to help eradicate hate through the Anti-Defamation League, the Brooklyn Nets, after an outcry from NBA commissioner, Adam Silver, suspends point guard, Kyrie Irving for a minimum of… Continue reading Kyrie Irving Suspended 5 Games Team Says ‘He is Currently Unfit to be Associated with the Brooklyn Nets’

Kyrie Irving Donates $500,000 Toward Fighting Hate After Controversial Tweet Was Labeled Antisemitic

Kyrie Irving Donates $500,000 Towards Fighting Hate After Controversial Tweet Was Labeled AntisemiticBrooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving caused controversy last week by sending out a Twitter post about a film some claim has an antisemitic undertone. On Wednesday, the New Jersey native acknowledged that his action hurt the Jewish community and made a $500,000… Continue reading Kyrie Irving Donates $500,000 Toward Fighting Hate After Controversial Tweet Was Labeled Antisemitic

Boston Celtics Suspend Ime Udoka For Upcoming Season

After reports of Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka allegedly having an intimate, but consensual, relationship with a female Celtics staffer, according to ESPN, which is against team policy, the second-year coach has been suspended for the upcoming NBA season. The NBA team released a statement on Thursday regarding the suspension. “The Boston Celtics announced… Continue reading Boston Celtics Suspend Ime Udoka For Upcoming Season

Chris Paul Aspires to Own an NBA Team

HBCU Supporter Chris Paul Aspires to Own an NBA Team A lot of athletes, when they retire, aspire to do different things that will keep their competitive nature going. For the Phoenix Suns’ Chris Paul, that would be owning a team. According to AfroTech, the future NBA Hall of Famer discusses his plan as he… Continue reading Chris Paul Aspires to Own an NBA Team

LeBron James Will Be Highest Paid Player In NBA History With Latest Contract Extension

LeBron James Will Be Highest Paid Player In NBA History With Latest Contract Extension The debate about the greatest basketball player of all time will be an ongoing one based on preferences set by whoever is discussing the criteria. One thing is certain, Los Angeles Lakers forward, LeBron James, who will always be in that… Continue reading LeBron James Will Be Highest Paid Player In NBA History With Latest Contract Extension

Bill Russell Becomes First Player to Have Jersey Number Retired Across NBA

Bill Russell Becomes First Player to Have Jersey Number Retired Across NBA One of the greatest basketball players to ever hit the courts is having his jersey number retired across the entire National Basketball Association. The National Basketball Association (NBA) and National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) have just announced the life and legacy of popular… Continue reading Bill Russell Becomes First Player to Have Jersey Number Retired Across NBA

Wendell Haskins Brings Back The Original Tee Golf Classic By Honoring NBA Hall of Famer Alonzo Mourning

Wendell Haskins Brings Back The Original Tee Golf Classic By Honoring NBA Hall of Famer Alonzo Mourning The Original Tee Golf Classic made a triumphant return on Sunday, July 24 after being on hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic. The event marked the 23rd year as it took place at the Crystal Springs Resort and… Continue reading Wendell Haskins Brings Back The Original Tee Golf Classic By Honoring NBA Hall of Famer Alonzo Mourning

Zion Williamson Recently Signed $193M Contract Extension With a ‘Weight’ Clause Included

Zion Williamson Recently Signed $193M Contract Extension With a ‘Weight’ Clause Included Last week, the sports world reacted to an “Independent Study” clause in Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray‘s recent contract. Now, there are reports that NBA basketball player, Zion Williamson has a “weight” clause built into his recently inked contract. According to NOLA, the… Continue reading Zion Williamson Recently Signed $193M Contract Extension With a ‘Weight’ Clause Included

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