League boss Adam Silver does not even rule out the forfeiture of draft picks to stop intentional losing. The NBA is considering tougher sanctions in the fight against so-called “tanking,” i.e., intentional losing. “Are we seeing behavior this year that is worse than anything we’ve experienced in the recent past? Yes, that’s my opinion,” said […]
The Baskets and the Academics were briefly on course for a negative record, then Würzburg pulled ahead. The Fitness First Würzburg Baskets have stopped their downturn in the Basketball Bundesliga (BBL). Coach Sasa Filipovski’s team won a low-scoring game against the relegation-threatened MLP Academics Heidelberg with a score of 70:54 (25:23), ending a streak of
Chris Paul ends his career. After over 21 years, one of the best players in NBA history retires. Basketball star Chris Paul is ending his career with immediate effect. The two-time Olympic champion and twelve-time NBA All-Star announced this on Instagram. “That’s it! After over 21 years, I am retiring from basketball,” wrote the 40-year-old
Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors is out in Inglewood due to knee problems. Stephen Curry also wants to miss the upcoming NBA All-Star Game in Inglewood, California, next weekend. The reason is persistent problems in his right knee. This was announced by Steve Kerr, coach of the Golden State Warriors, on Monday evening
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is injured, so a Turkish national player steps in – who had just recently caused a stir. Turkish national basketball player Alperen Sengün of the Houston Rockets will replace the injured Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in the World Team roster for the NBA All-Star Game. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver announced the decision on Sunday. Canadian
Alba Berlin Catches Up to Bayern Alba narrowly wins in Vechta, it’s their fifth consecutive success. Alba narrowly wins in Vechta, it’s their fifth consecutive success. Alba Berlin has solidified second place in the Basketball Bundesliga (BBL) with their latest victory. The former serial champions won 84:82 (46:46) against Rasta Vechta on Sunday. For now,
Giannis Antetokounmpo becomes co-owner of the club from the English Women’s Super League. The NBA superstar is looking forward to the opportunity. Giannis Antetokounmpo acquired shares in Nashville FC years ago, and now the basketball star from NBA club Milwaukee Bucks is also entering European football. The Greek international is investing in Chelsea FC’s women’s
Schröder (in white) in a duel with former teammates After just seven days, there’s a reunion with former teammates. Basketball world champion Dennis Schröder celebrated a successful return to Sacramento just one week after his NBA trade. The captain of the German national team won 132:126 with the Cleveland Cavaliers against the Kings and secured
The Dallas Mavericks are once again involved in a blockbuster deal in the NBA. A central message is being sent through the departure of Anthony Davis. It has been just over a year since NBA insider Shams Charania stirred up the basketball world with news of arguably the most spectacular trade in history. The Dallas
Concerns for the Los Angeles Lakers. The team is worried about superstar Luka Doncic after an early exit. Did the Los Angeles Lakers pay dearly for their 119:115 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday evening? Superstar Luka Doncic has certainly thrown the NBA franchise into turmoil. Before halftime, the Slovenian repeatedly clutched his left