Nets: Ben Simmons won’t play again this season because of back
NEW YORK (AP) — Ben Simmons won’t play againthis season because of a nerve injury in his back, ending hisdisappointing first full season with the Broo...
What's the buzz with the Charlotte Hornets' defense?
It's December 14, and Charlotte Hornets head coach SteveClifford has already had enough.Normally a willing interviewee and giving orator, Clifford set...
Blazers guard Damian Lillard ruled out for remainder of season
The white flag is being waved in Portland.With the Blazers sitting at 32-43, five games behind theOklahoma City Thunder for the final play-in spot, it...
Black female athletes: Having Black female coach is crucial
South Carolina senior guard Brea Beal knew she could trust DawnStaley before she even suited up for the Gamecocks.It wasn’t just Staley’s coaching acc...
Terry says he always felt confident he’d earn Texas job
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Rodney Terry held Texastogether in crisis. Then he took the Longhorns on their deepestNCAA Tournament run in 15 years.His reward:...
A ‘Clutch’ tip helps Miller, Miami reach first Final Four
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — Jordan Miller took 20shots in the regional final for Miami and made them all, helpingthe Hurricanes rally their way into the...
Warriors are hopeful of Andrew Wiggins returning this season
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Warriors coach Steve Kerrremains hopeful that Andrew Wiggins will return this season afterthe veteran forward missed his 20th str...
Wizards, Kristaps Porzingis discussing contract extension
The Washington Wizards have engaged in "serious discussions [on]a new deal" for Kristaps Porzingis, according to Shams Charania of TheAthletic.Porzing...
Hawks beat Cavaliers 120-118, help Bucks clinch Central Division
ATLANTA (AP) — Dejounte Murray sank three freethrows with 2:14 remaining to give Atlanta the lead and added afall-away jumper with less than a minute...
Women making case in tourney for own March Madness TV deal
Women’s basketball seems to have found a winner with its newSweet 16 format in March Madness and the timing couldn’t be betterwith looming TV contract...