NBA’s Irving praises Al-Shaair’s ‘selfless act’ after Hind Rajab fine paid
Kyrie Irving explains paying fine and praises Azeez Al-Shaair for continuously honouring slain Palestinian children.
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A’ja Wilson wins her third straight WNBA MVP and record fifth overall
Former US Vice President Kamala Harris among those to hail Wilson as Las Vegas Aces centre continues record run.
NBA star Wembanyama to French students: ‘I hear you’
San Antonio Spurs player Victor Wembanyama offers solidarity to students protesting conditions in schools in France.
LeBron James stars in NBA preseason debut but Nets defeat 76ers
All-time leading scorer LeBron James makes 76ers debut following LA Lakers switch in NBA preseason, but Nets claim win.
NBA closes sole Africa training academy in blow to young players
NBA says its focus is on new global academy opening in Abu Dhabi as Africa, Mexico and Australia hit by closures.
Asian Games: Emotions run high as Iran win bronze in men’s basketball
Players celebrate podium finish that brings exemption from conscription, saying the pressure was ‘out of this world’.
Asian Games: Opening ceremony offers respite amid mounting complaints
Accommodation crisis, transport gaffes and national anthem mix-ups headline the games before their opening in Japan.
USA hold off spirited France to win Women’s Basketball World Cup
Breanna Stewart leads comeback win for the record champions despite France’s early lead in the Berlin final.
USA edge Spain to book Women’s Basketball World Cup final against France
USA emerged 76-66 winners in a tense semifinal after Gabby Williams-led France powered past hosts Germany 86-64.
Qatar beat Iran in men’s basketball as Asian Games begin in Japan
The continental games will officially open on September 19, but several team competitions will get under way earlier.
NBA fines Clippers $30m, suspends several executives in Kawhi Leonard probe
Clippers owner Steve Ballmer suspended for one year; team disputes league’s conclusions and validity of investigation.
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