Basketball players

LeBron James set to make 76ers home debut against his hometown Cavaliers

In the first game of his record 24th NBA season, LeBron James registered 14 points, nine rebounds and seven assists.

Greece’s basketball chief held in match-fixing probe

Hellenic Basketball Federation president Vangelis Liolios will appear before a magistrate for testimony on Oct 22. Arrest warrants have also targeted three referees, a referee adviser and a former athlete.

After blockbuster trades, new-look Heat and Wolves clash in Miami

Miami Heat forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (in white) recorded 20 points, 15 rebounds and nine assists in just 23 minutes.

NBA finalising Europe league club deals, says deputy commissioner Mark Tatum

The NBA remains undeterred in powering ahead with NBA Europe in October 2027 - even after Europe’s biggest basketball clubs recently snubbed an offer to team up with the NBA.

Live NBA games to be shown on Disney+ from Oct 22

Viewers can watch 80 live regular-season games, up to 24 play-offs, conference finals and NBA Finals games on ESPN on the streaming platform as part of their existing subscription.

Warriors guard Stephen Curry sidesteps ankle injury scare

Stephen Curry was limited to 43 games last season, with much of the time missed because of a lingering knee injury.

New York Knicks face tall task in NBA championship repeat bid

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 15: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks reacts during the first quarter against the Toronto Raptors in a preseason game at Madison Square Garden on October 15, 2026 in New York City. Caleb Bowlin/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Caleb Bowlin / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)

Wembanyama targets title breakthrough as NBA season tips off

Victor Wembanyama is poised for the ultimate breakout season with the San Antonio Spurs.

New York Knicks chase back-to-back banner in NBA built to stop dynasties

Karl-Anthony Towns going for the basket against Cody Williams of the Minnesota Timberwolves during their pre-season game at Madison Square Garden on Oct 12.

Michael Jordan’s Game 2 1998 Finals jersey sells for record US$14 million

The sale of Jordan’s Game 2 jersey from the “Last Dance” 1998 Finals surpassed the previous record of US$12.26 million, worn in Game 3 of the same Finals.

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