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9 September 2026
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Matches
Women's World Cup: Hungary Face Japan, Germany Meet Korea
The women's basketball World Cup last-16 round starts in Berlin on 8 September, with Hungary vs Japan followed by Germany vs South Korea.
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Interviews
Robert Horry: Too Early to Judge New-Look Lakers
The seven-time NBA champion says the Lakers need time on the practice court before their new roster gels into a clear identity.
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Interviews
Alden Polynice: Stoudemire Doesn't Belong in Hall of Fame
Ex-NBA center Alden Polynice pushed back on Byron Scott's endorsement, arguing Amar'e Stoudemire's short peak shouldn't earn him a Hall of Fame spot.
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Nuggets Won't Improve Offer, Watson Signs With Cavs
Denver made Payton Watson one four-year, $18m-per-season offer and refused to raise it; he instead signed a four-year, $88m deal with Cleveland.
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Alden Polynice slams Cavaliers' $97M deal for Harden
Former NBA center Alden Polynice called Cleveland's three-year, $97 million extension for James Harden a bad move, citing his playoff history and declining first step.
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Basketball
Glen Davis: FBI and NBA Chose Who Went to Prison
The former NBA champion says federal investigators picked scapegoats in the insurance-fraud case, naming stars who avoided prison while he served time.
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Mike D'Antoni Praises Rockets' Roster
Hall of Famer Mike D'Antoni told Sports Illustrated the Rockets' defense and firepower make them exciting to coach, a day after Amen Thompson's $208M extension.
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Lakers Failed to Trade Jarred Vanderbilt This Summer
Lakers tried attaching Vanderbilt to deals for Walker Kessler and Jonathan Kuminga, but rivals balked at his $25.7m contract.
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Basketball
Caitlin Clark Speaks Out After Stalking Conviction
Michael Lewis was jailed for stalking Clark, whose Fever team-mate Cunningham and other WNBA stars have faced similar harassment amid the league's rising profile.
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Interviews
Justin Robinson Explains Why He Chose Barcelona
The new Barcelona guard says the club's trust in him, shown before a head coach was even hired, was decisive in picking them over other Euroleague suitors.
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8 September 2026
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Daily digest
Basketball: the main stories of 08.09.2026
New Orleans have cleared the decks. Jordan Hawkins , the 14th pick of the 2023 draft, and Micah Peavy went to Memphis with a future second-rounder, and ESPN's Shams Charania reports the point of it…
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Interviews
Chris Paul's 61-Point Game Named His Greatest Moment
The 12-time NBA All-Star recalled the high school game where he scored 61 points in tribute to his late grandfather, calling it his career's finest moment.
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Basketball
Sports.ru Launches Vote for NBA's Greatest Ever
Fans can now vote on Sports.ru for the greatest NBA player in history, weighing in on debates sparked by Curry and LeBron's own GOAT claims.
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Interviews
Ruzhentsev: CSKA Would Hold Own Against Euroleague Sides
CSKA Moscow guard Samson Ruzhentsev says the club can compete with Euroleague teams and expects a top-three finish in the United League this season.
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Timberwolves Eyed Vezenkov Before Signing Kuminga
Minnesota explored a move for two-time Euroleague MVP Sasa Vezenkov before turning to Jonathan Kuminga, but the forward showed no interest in an NBA return.
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Interviews
Quentin Grimes Explains His Role With the Lakers
The 26-year-old guard says JJ Redick and the staff outlined a big offensive role and a leadership responsibility defending top opposing scorers.
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Interviews
Bronny James: I Can Be a Shot Creator for Lakers
Bronny James says he can act as an extra playmaker alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves this season, his first without father LeBron as a teammate.
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Pelicans Trade Jordan Hawkins to Grizzlies
New Orleans deals Hawkins, Peavy and draft assets to Memphis for Johnson and Gibson, clearing cap space to sign Bennedict Mathurin.
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Interviews
Vezenkov Reflects on Special Chemistry With Walkup
Olympiacos forward Sasha Vezenkov opened up on the emotional impact of Thomas Walkup's move to Dubai, praising their on-court connection and respecting his decision.
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Ruzhentsev: 'Brooklyn Sees Its Future in Demin'
CSKA defender Samson Ruzhentsev believes Yegor Demin can establish himself at Brooklyn, while Vladislav Goldin's Miami future depends on his G League performances.
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Basketball
EuroLeague Owners to Meet in Early October
Club owners including Real Madrid's Florentino Perez are expected to discuss EuroLeague's franchise structure and possible expansion in October talks.
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Muammadou Jété set for loan return to Napoli
Centre Muammadou Jété is close to joining Napoli on loan from Dubai Basketball, with negotiations in their final stage, returning him to Italy.
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Marius Grigonis: No Panathinaikos Player Gets Along With Ataman
Back at Zalgiris, Grigonis called his four Panathinaikos years under coach Ergin Ataman 'organised chaos,' citing a total lack of communication with players.
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Nuggets Refuse First-Round Pick Demands for Cameron Johnson
Denver rejected rival offers requiring a first-round pick and turned down a lucrative deal for Cameron Johnson, valuing him as a key starter.
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