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Jokic dismisses past Nuggets comebacks: “To be honest, I don’t remember”
With the Denver Nuggets facing a 2-1 deficit in a best-of-seven series versus the Minnesota Timberwolves, 31-year-old Nikola Jokic demands immediate urgency.
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Derrick White claims Joe Dumars Trophy as NBA’s premier sportsman
Securing the 2025-26 NBA Sportsmanship Award, Derrick White edges out runner-up T.J. McConnell in a league-wide player vote.
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Rudy Gobert leads Timberwolves defense in suffocating Nuggets, Jokic
Behind an effective defensive effort by 33-year-old Rudy Gobert, the Minnesota Timberwolves claim a 2-1 lead in a best-of-seven series opposite the Denver Nuggets.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo’s involvement in Bucks coaching hire draws conflicting reports
Conflicting reports over Giannis Antetokounmpo’s involvement in the Taylor Jenkins hire fuel massive uncertainty regarding his future in Milwaukee as he heads to Greece f...
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Doncic progresses to shooting drills, Reaves and Durant questionable for Game 3
Amidst light shooting drills for the sidelined Luka Doncic, the Los Angeles Lakers look to extend their 2-0 lead in the opening round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, presented ...
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Rajakovic gets first playoff win, Hawks take lead over Knicks
In a historic milestone for the 2026 NBA Playoffs, presented by Google, the Toronto Raptors secure a victory that combines with the first-ever postseason win for Darko Ra...
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Avdija seeks 2-1 Blazers lead, Spurs label Wembanyama as questionable
The Portland Trail Blazers return home with a confident Deni Avdija ready to play through injury, while the San Antonio Spurs remain uncertain about Victor Wembanyama.
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Bucks nearing deal with Taylor Jenkins amid Giannis uncertainty
Milwaukee moves quickly after Rivers exit, uncertainty around Giannis still looms.
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Moneke spoke out after Zvezda’s loss in the Play-In: “I’ll take responsibility”
The power forward of Zvezda posted a message two days after his team was eliminated from the EuroLeague.
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Talen Horton-Tucker: “Showing why I came to Fenerbahce is what matters most to me”
Fenerbahce star focused on playoffs and proving his impact in his debut EuroLeague season.
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Tarpey and Nedović return to practice, Okobo stresses: “We love these games, but we must not add pressure”
Monaco hosts Barcelona in a do-or-die Play-In game for the final EuroLeague Playoff spot.
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Will Clyburn sets the tone before Monaco showdown: “The hungrier team is gonna win the game”
After an amazing game against Crvena Zvezda, Barça's star prepares for the last play-in game against the team that kept the blaugrana out of last season's Final Four: "I ...
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Xavi Pascual and Mike James meet again in a battle for survival
The Spanish coach and the American guard, who hold immense respect and love for each, other meet in the last game of the Play-In Showdown.
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Wembanyama set for homecoming as 35,000-seat plan headlines World Cup 2031
The projected venue for the knockout stage and championship game of the FIBA World Cup 2031 is designed to seat 35,000 fans.
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EuroLeague Final Four logo unites modern competition with powerful Greek symbols
Merging ancient history with the modern game, the official 2026 EuroLeague Final Four Athens, presented by Etihad, logo carries tradition, honor, and strength.
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Madrid authorities approve partial crowd for EuroLeague Playoffs series
Real Madrid will allow season ticket holders to attend the EuroLeague Playoffs home games against Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv under unprecedented security measures, including man...
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Monaco’s Alpha Diallo wins 2025-26 EuroLeague Best Defender award
The 2025-26 EuroLeague Best Defender award, recognizing his versatile, high-impact defensive performance, goes to AS Monaco forward, Alpha Diallo.
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Fauthoux to focus exclusively on France for the Olympic Games
After fulfilling his contract with JL Bourg, 53-year-old Frederic Fauthoux will focus on a full-time role with the senior national team of France ahead of the Los Angeles...
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Massimo Cancellieri is officially set to part ways with Trento
Dolomiti Energia Trento confirms a decision to separate with 53-year-old Massimo Cancellieri at the end of the 2025-26 season.
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Phoenix Suns emerge as another potential destination for Giannis Antetokounmpo
Joining an expansive list of potential suitors, the Phoenix Suns are looking for any viable path to secure the services of the Greek Freak.
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