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30 September 2026
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PAOK Sign Donatas Motiejūnas
Greek club PAOK have agreed a deal with veteran Lithuanian big man Donatas Motiejūnas, who is set to join the squad on 1-2 October.
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Basketball
Michael Jordan's 1998 Finals Jersey Sells for $12.26M
A jersey worn by Michael Jordan in Game 3 of the 1998 NBA Finals sold at Joopiter's auction, setting a new record for game-used NBA memorabilia.
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D'Angelo Russell Signs With Shanghai
The 2015 No. 2 pick joins Shanghai after being waived by Memphis, ending an 11-year NBA career and becoming the league's latest export to China.
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Interviews
Joel Embiid: LeBron's Move Vindicates Olympic Choice
Embiid says criticism over playing in the Paris Olympics faded once LeBron James joined him in Philadelphia, reuniting the gold-medal duo at the 76ers.
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Basketball
Josh Hart on Jalen Brunson's SNL Hosting Gig
Knicks guard Josh Hart joked that Brunson's Saturday Night Live hosting debut was solid, but ruled out any future acting career for his teammate.
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Matches
EuroLeague Round 3: Maccabi Host Beşiktaş
Winless Maccabi Tel Aviv face Beşiktaş at home, while unbeaten Panathinaikos host ASVEL as EuroLeague's third round tips off Wednesday.
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Results
Liberty stun Lynx to reach WNBA semi-finals
No 8 seed New York eliminated top-seeded Minnesota 87-71 in Game 2, the first No 8 over No 1 upset in WNBA playoff history.
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Basketball
LaMelo Ball's Girlfriend Arrested Over Forged Prescription
Analisia Chavez, who gave birth to LaMelo Ball's son in January, was arrested in North Carolina for using stolen credentials to obtain antidepressants on a forged prescription.
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Interviews
Caleb Wilson Sets Out His Rookie-Season Approach
Chicago's fourth overall pick says he wants to lead by example as a rookie, focusing on effort and process rather than fixed personal targets.
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Interviews
Max Strus: Garland Will Lead Clippers' Locker Room
Max Strus says Darius Garland will be the Clippers' main leader this season, backing his healthy return after an injury-hit year in Cleveland.
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Interviews
Darius Garland: Clippers Will Shock People This Season
Clippers guard Darius Garland says strong team chemistry and months of off-season work have him confident ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.
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Interviews
Trae Young: Height Fuels Media Snub
Wizards guard Trae Young says envy over his average height explains why voters and pundits keep overlooking his All-Star-caliber production.
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Basketball
Knicks Undecided on White House Visit
Trump attended the NBA Finals and talked with owner James Dolan, but the Knicks say the team will make a collective decision on visiting the White House.
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Matches
Beşiktaş Return to Euroleague, Host Valencia
Beşiktaş are back in the Euroleague after 13 years and open at home against Valencia, while Partizan host Milan in round four of the regular season.
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Results
Clark leads Indiana past Las Vegas to level series
Caitlin Clark posted 27 points and 15 assists as Indiana beat Las Vegas 99-89 in Game 2, while New York swept Minnesota 2-0 in the WNBA playoffs.
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Interviews
Tim Connelly Warns NBA on Betting's Influence on Fans
Timberwolves president Tim Connelly says the NBA must ensure young fans engage with basketball for the sport itself, not just for betting purposes.
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Basketball
Tom Thibodeau visits Rockets training camp
A year removed from coaching the Knicks, Tom Thibodeau dropped by Houston's camp to see former colleague Ed Pinkney, says coach Ime Udoka.
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Matches
Anadolu Efes vs Real Madrid Headline EuroLeague Round
Round 2 sees winless Efes host runners-up Real Madrid, while Zalgiris try to build on their opening win against champions Olympiacos.
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Basketball
Brett Siegel: Wembanyama to win first MVP in 2026/27
ClutchPoints insider Brett Siegel says voter fatigue with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will hand Victor Wembanyama his first MVP award, if he stays healthy.
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Interviews
Bill Simmons doubts Heat's defense with Giannis
The analyst says Miami's new roster around Giannis Antetokounmpo lacks perimeter defenders and predicts a play-in finish for 2026/27.
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Interviews
Gilbert Arenas: Trae Young Will Torment the Knicks
Former Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas predicts Trae Young, now backed by a stronger Washington roster, will overwhelm New York if the two teams meet in the play-offs.
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Interviews
Sean Marks: Nets' Spending Hinges on Roster Development
Brooklyn's GM says big moves this season depend on how current players progress and what opportunities emerge on the trade and free-agent markets.
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Interviews
Onsi Saleh Jokes About Signing ESPN's Tim Bontemps
Hawks president Onsi Saleh joked that hiring ESPN reporter Tim Bontemps as a strategic adviser was the NBA's worst contract, but praised his work so far.
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Pelinka Explains Reaves' New Leadership Role at Lakers
Lakers GM Rob Pelinka says Austin Reaves, after signing a $180m extension, must now lead by example following talks with Pelinka and JJ Redick.
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