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Daily Archives: September 18, 2024

Philadelphia mayor announces deal to build new 76ers arena in Center City

When the news went public about Camden, New Jersey, trying to lure the Philadelphia 76ers across the river with a new arena development, it was an obvious bit of leverage for the franchise. That’s why the 76ers’ comment on the proposal was, “We must take all potential options seriously, including this one.”It worked. Or at least pushed the arena deal …

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Judge dismisses sexual assault, trafficking lawsuit against Knicks chairman James Dolan

Warning: The following article contains descriptions of alleged graphic sexual assault. A judge dismissed a federal lawsuit filed against New York Knicks and Rangers team owner James Dolan on Tuesday night that accused him of both pressuring a woman into unwanted sex and coordinating an encounter with former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein, according to ESPN’s Baxter Holmes. Kellye Croft initially …

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2024-25 Fantasy Basketball: What to do with every first-round pick

These two star big men are the top-two fantasy basketball choices for the No. 1 pick this season. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images) Drafting a fantasy team is one of my favorite hobbies on the planet, and it’s fun to see how every draft plays out. Each one is different, and adapting to those changes is what turns a good …

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Barack Obama NBA Moments

As we bid farewell to the 44th President, we remember his best NBA moments. Watch The Starters weekdays at 7:00ET on NBATV … Source link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6W7YjFDX2A Author : Publish date : [publish_date] Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

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Rogers Communications buys out Bell’s share of Toronto Raptors ownership

Brooklyn Nets v Toronto Raptors The Toronto Raptors ownership is shifting around, but nothing much will change for the franchise. The Raptors and the NHL’s Maple Leafs are owned by Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (MLSE). Rogers Communications and Bell (BCE) each own 37.5% of MLSE; now, Rogers has agreed to buy out Bell’s share, a story broken by Scott …

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Portland newest home to WNBA with expansion team starting play in 2026

The WNBA’s popularity is booming — and the league knows that’s when to take advantage and expand. Wednesday, the WNBA made formal the long-expected: The league will add a 15th team in Portland, starting play in 2026. The Portland franchise will be owned by RAJ Sports, run by Lisa Bhathal Merage and Alex Bhathal. Lisa Bhathal Merage will serve as …

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Adrian Wojnarowski to become GM of St. Bonaventure men’s basketball team

Adrian Wojnarowski Adrian Wojnarowski is retiring from broadcasting to return to his alma mater, St. Bonaventure, to take over the newly created position of general manager of the men’s basketball program, the Atlantic 10 school announced. Wojnarowski will oversee a wide range of responsibilities while working alongside coach Mark Schmidt and his staff. His duties will include focusing on name, …

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2016 NBA Draft First Round Recap

Check out a recap of the first round of the 2016 NBA Draft. About the NBA: The NBA is the premier professional basketball league … Source link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vH70m7mDMV0 Author : Publish date : [publish_date] Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

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Can Steph be MVP candidate after Olympics heroics? It’s complicated

Can Steph be MVP candidate after Olympics heroics? It’s complicated originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area There wasn’t a more valuable basketball player on the planet this summer than Steph Curry for his legendary performance to first propel Team USA to the gold medal game of the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics in staving off an upset of epic proportions, and then …

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Warriors Championship Defense | 2022 NBA Finals

Check out some of the Champions’ top defensive plays from this postseason! Stay up-to-date on news, live scores and stats with … Source link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MEUmE-XKKrA Author : Publish date : [publish_date] Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

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Fantasy Basketball Rankings: Small forward draft tiers for 2024-25 NBA season

LeBron James and Lauri Markkanen find themselves in Tier 1 of Dan Titus’ small forward rankings for fantasy basketball leagues in 2024-25 leagues. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images) The 2024-25 NBA season is fast approaching, so in conjunction with my latest points and category fantasy basketball rankings dropping, it’s time to dig into my position-by-position tiers. I’ve covered the point …

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Sports world reacts to Adrian Wojnarowski retiring from ESPN

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 01: Adrian Wojnarowski attends a basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Los Angeles Clippers at Crypto.com Arena on November 01, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images) The sports world received its last WojBomb on Wednesday with the news that ESPN NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski is leaving to take …

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Adrian Wojnarowski leaving ESPN, journalism

A basketball drops through the net with the NBA logo in the background before a preseason basketball game with the Phoenix Suns and the Adelaide 36ers Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, in Phoenix. | Darryl Webb Woj bombs are now a thing of the past. ESPN NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski — affectionally known as Woj by NBA fans across the world …

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NBA’s Top 10 Plays of 2010

Check out the NBA’s Top Ten Plays for the 2010 calendar year. Source link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hpje6AnuwBI Author : Publish date : [publish_date] Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

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College basketball analyst features Alabama often in preseason picks

Mar 22, 2024; Spokane, WA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Mark Sears (1) talks to head coach Nate Oats during the second half in the first round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports A staple of ESPN’s college basketball coverage, analyst Dick Vitale has made multiple predictions for the upcoming …

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Fantasy Basketball: 2024-25 Northwest Division Team Previews

By Zak Hanshew The 2024-25 NBA season is a little over one month away, making this prime time for fantasy managers to prepare for their drafts. Rotoworld will have articles dropping throughout this time, beginning with fantasy-related thoughts on every team. Next up in our division-by-division previews is the Northwest Division. Oklahoma City, Denver, and Minnesota finished last season as …

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Wojnarowski is leaving ESPN for alma mater to become GM of St. Bonaventure men’s basketball team

ESPN NBA reporter Adrian Wojnarowski is retiring from broadcasting to return to his alma mater, St. Bonaventure, to take over the newly created position of general manager of the men’s basketball program, the Atlantic 10 school announced Wednesday. Wojnarowski will oversee a wide range of responsibilities while working alongside coach Mark Schmidt and his staff. His duties will include focusing …

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Top 10 Moments of the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game

Relive the most memorable moments from the history of the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game! Subscribe to the NBA: … Source link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2wRFv-mScQ Author : Publish date : [publish_date] Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

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