Canada earns FIBA World Cup Americas qualifying win over Panama
Trae Bell-Haynes led the way with 18 points and 11 assists as Canada defeated Panama 86-66 in FIBA World Cup Americas qualiyfing action on Thursday.
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Raptors to raise Lowry’s No. 7 to rafters on Jan. 10
The Toronto Raptors will retire Kyle Lowry’s No. 7 following their Jan. 10 game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Lowry will become the second player in franchise history to have his number raised to the rafters at Scotiabank Arena, joining Vince Carter.
Canada takes on Panama in FIBA World Cup qualifying on TSN
Canada will open the second round of the FIBA Men’s Basketball World Cup 2027 Americas Qualifiers on the road against Panama on Thursday.
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Blake Griffin to host new late night sports talk show
The weekly talk show will debut Oct. 20, opening day of the NBA regular season, and was recorded in front of a live studio audience.
Buss asks court to block siblings’ vote to sell Lakers shares
In a petition filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, Jeanie Buss is challenging the legality of her five siblings' vote to sell the family's remaining shares in the Lakers.
Jonathan Kuminga reaches 2-year, $12.4M deal with Timberwolves
Jonathan Kuminga agreed to a two-year, $12.4 million deal with the Timberwolves, which includes a player option, his agent told ESPN's Shams Charania. Part of Minnesota's pitch is an expectation Kuminga will fill the vacant starting power forward slot.
Free agent guard Williams signs one-year, $2.6 million contract to join Warriors
Free agent guard Brandon Williams has signed a one-year, $2.6 million contract with the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday, the second player the team has added in two days.
Sources: Pelicans reach two-year, $16M deal with Canadian Mathurin
Bennedict Mathurin has agreed to a two-year, $16 million deal with the Pelicans, including a player option, sources told ESPN.
Report: Montreal’s Mathurin joins Pels on two-year, $16M deal
Bennedict Mathurin has landed in the Big Easy. ESPN’s Shams Charania reports the Montreal-born swingman has agreed to a two-year, $16 million deal with the New Orleans Pelicans.
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Report: Warriors to sign Niang, completing roster
The Warriors are signing veteran PF Georges Niang to a one-year, $3.9 million deal, completing the team's 15-man roster for the upcoming season.
Thompson says he chose Heat because he wanted the opportunity to win
Thompson — who is No. 4 on the NBA’s all-time 3-pointers made list — cleared waivers Sunday following his buyout from the Dallas Mavericks and wasted little time finalizing a two-year deal worth about $11.5 million later that day to play alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bam Adebayo and his former Golden State teammate Andrew Wiggins in Miami.
Alexander-Walker highlights Canada Basketball's roster for latest World Cup qualifier
Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker will once again play for Canada as the nation pushes to qualify for next year’s FIBA World Cup.
Warriors to sign free agent G Williams to one-year deal
Warriors are signing free agent guard Brandon Williams to a one-year, $2.6 million minimum contract, agents Derek Lafayette and Curtis Lawrence told ESPN's Shams Charania on Tuesday.
LeBron, PGA Tour partner on event focused on amateurs in Akron
The LeBron James Family Foundation Invitational will be played in James' hometown of Akron, Ohio, in July 2027, James' foundation announced Tuesday.
Luis Jr. cleared by judge to play for LSU after spending time with 2 NBA teams
RJ Luis Jr., a former St. John’s standout who recently signed with LSU after spending time with two NBA clubs, was cleared by a court Monday evening to start practicing and potentially play for the Tigers this season.
Report: Trail Blazers’ Sharpe to miss six months with meniscus tear
Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe sustained a torn meniscus in his right knee and is expected to miss six months, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania
Raptors grouped among East play-in teams in NBA Summer Forecast
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Thompson lands with Heat after clearing waivers
Klay Thompson officially agreed to a two-year deal to join Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Miami Heat after clearing waivers on Sunday.
Nuggets signing six-time All-Star DeRozan to one-year deal
Six-time NBA All-Star DeMar DeRozan has agreed to sign with the Denver Nuggets on a one-year, $3.9 million deal, sources told ESPN on Friday.
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