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Clippers and Raptors reach agreement for Kawhi Leonard's return to Toronto

The Los Angeles Clippers are finalising Kawhi Leonard's return to the Toronto Raptors despite heavy sanctions against the California franchise, several American media outlets reported Monday, bringing one of the NBA's summer sagas to a close.

LeBron James wows crowds in Luanda at E1 Series Grand Prix

NBA legend LeBron James thrilled fans as he interacted with young basketball players on the sidelines of the E1 Series Fan Experience in Luanda, Angola on Sunday.

WNBA comissioner Cathy Engelbert to retire at season's end after seven years

Cathy Engelbert, whose seven years as Women's NBA commissioner included hammering out a deal with the players union last March, will retire after the 2026 season, she announced on Friday.

Ben Simmons to make NBA comeback after finding new team

Australian Ben Simmons, who missed last season with nagging back injuries, has agreed on a one-year NBA comeback deal with the Sacramento Kings, according to multiple reports on Friday.

NBA hits LA Clippers with heavy penalties for cap circumvention: Picks stripped and fines

The NBA have ruled on the cap circumvention case involving the Los Angeles Clippers and Kawhi Leonard, stripping the franchise of future picks and fining several individuals involved.

'Trailblazer': Osaka channels NBA icon Iverson to reach US Open second round

Naomi Osaka channelled NBA fashion trailblazer Allen Iverson on Monday as she battled into the second round of the US Open.

Four rings, two comebacks, one more chance: Klay Thompson’s last shot

The sun went down, and the night wrapped Oklahoma City in darkness. But the city was more than awake - the Thunder were hosting the Golden State Warriors, leading the 2016 Western Conference Finals 3-2. One more step. The home team was one victory away from punching its ticket to the NBA Finals and upsetting the defending champions.

Gronbaek shows great form before Bundesliga-start by scoring twice for HSV in German Cup

Danish international midfielder Albert Gronbaek on Monday night scored twice when Hamburger SV secured their progress in the German Cup with a 3-0 away win against SC Verl.

WNBA forward Natasha Cloud blasts 'unwarranted hate' as sex toy fiasco returns

The act of spectators throwing sex toys onto WNBA courts that marred the league in 2025 has reared its ugly ahead again, despite a league crackdown.

Brown scores on debut to help Bayern Munich beat 10-man Dortmund to clinch Super Cup

Nathaniel Brown scored his first competitive goal for reigning Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal champions Bayern Munich, helping them to a 2-1 win over Borussia Dortmund to extend their record to 12 Franz Beckenbauer Super Cup triumphs.

Klay Thompson to sign with Miami Heat after Mavericks buyout contact

Klay Thompson had his NBA contract bought out by the Dallas Mavericks, the team announced on Friday, and will sign with the Miami Heat according to multiple reports.

James Harden re-signs with Cleveland Cavaliers ahead of NBA season

As expected, James Harden has re-signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers, which could be the last franchise for the 2018 MVP.

Clippers owner Steve Ballmer in the clear after NBA salary cap investigation

The NBA has found no evidence that Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer evaded salary cap rules to pay Kawhi Leonard through sponsors, according to an ESPN report on Monday.

Former NBA coach Doc Rivers among nine to be inducted in Basketball Hall of Fame

NBA star Amar'e Stoudemire and longtime coach Glenn "Doc" Rivers were among nine inductees into the Basketball Hall of Fame on Saturday.

Gronbaek scores stoppage-time winner against Toulouse to boost HSV Bundesliga preparations

Timberwolves to retire Kevin Garnett's number ahead of February's Celtics matchup

The Minnesota Timberwolves will retire Kevin Garnett's No. 21 jersey on February 28th when they face another of his former NBA sides, the Boston Celtics, the team said Friday.

LeBron's 76ers taking centre stage as full NBA season schedule revealed

US basketball fans will have plenty of chances to check out LeBron James's first season in Philadelphia, with the 76ers featured in 34 nationally televised games, according to the full NBA season schedule released on Thursday.

Russell Westbrook announces retirement after 18 seasons in NBA

Future Hall of Famer Russell Westbrook announced his NBA retirement on Wednesday, posting a video of his career highlights.

Knicks to take on Lebron's 76ers on NBA's opening day, Spurs facing Thunder

We finally know the first major dates on the calendar for the upcoming NBA season. The reigning champion Knicks and Victor Wembanyama's Spurs will kick off the season on October 20th.

NBA champion player and historic coach Don Nelson passes away at 86

Don Nelson, the second-winningest coach in NBA history and a five-time champion as a player with the Boston Celtics, died on Sunday, his family announced. He was 86.

NBA player Brandon Clarke's death ruled accident due to heroin, cocaine

The death of NBA Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke was ruled an accident due to "the effects of heroin and cocaine," the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner announced on Friday.

Melbourne United sign point guard with recent NBA experience

Melbourne United veteran Joe Ingles will be reunited with a former Orlando Magic teammate in NBL26 after the club snagged the services of Cole Anthony this week.

Tasmania's new WNBL team complete squad with 'potential WNBA All-Star'

A 21-year-old tipped to one day be a WNBA All-Star will light up the 2026/27 WNBL after committing to join its newest expansion franchise.

Terry Rozier seeks dismissal of charges in sports gambling case

NBA veteran Terry Rozier has asked a federal judge to throw out two of the four charges he faces in an alleged sports gambling scheme that rocked the US basketball world last year.