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The Twisted Irony of the Jontay Porter Scandal: Jontay Porter couldn’t resist the temptation to gamble. Neither can the NBA.
theringer.com/nba/2024/4/18/24134038/jontay-porter-gambling-nba-lifetime-ban-toronto-raptors
Quick Glance: NBA Bans Jontay Porter of Raptors for Gambling Violations
- Jontay Porter of the Toronto Raptors was banned from the league for disclosing confidential information to bettors, limiting his participation in at least one game with the Raptors, and betting on NBA games in the G-League.
- NBA commissioner Adam Silver stressed the importance of protecting the integrity of NBA competition for fans, teams, and all associated with the sport when announcing the ban.
- The investigation into Porter began in late March after sportsbooks noticed unusual betting on the reserve center's statistics in two Raptors' games, where Porter exited early in each game.
- Porter placed at least 13 bets on NBA games through an associate's online betting account, totaling $54,094. The total payout from these bets amounted to $76,059, resulting in a net winnings of $21,965.
Reed Sheppard will enter the NBA draft. His Kentucky career is over.: Kentucky basketball star Reed Sheppard will enter the 2024 NBA draft and does not plan to ...
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287302460.html
Hassan Whiteside mourns death of 23-year-old brother: ‘I will never be okay’: Former NBA big man Hassan Whiteside took to Instagram to mourn the death of his ...
ahnfiredigital.com/nba/hassan-whiteside-mourns-death-of-23-year-old-brother-i-will-never-be-okay/
Quick Glance: Hassan Whiteside Mourns Loss of 23-Year-Old Brother
- Hassan Whiteside mourns the loss of his 23-year-old brother, sharing heartfelt memories and grief on Instagram.
- NBA figures like Wayne Ellington, Udonis Haslem, Isaiah Thomas, Matt Barnes, and Gabrielle Union showed support for Whiteside.
- Whiteside recently retired from the NBA after a successful career, primarily with the Miami Heat. His departure from basketball was acknowledged throughout the league.
- Ending his NBA journey with impressive stats and dedication, Whiteside closes this chapter while aiming to honor his brother's legacy amidst this personal loss.
The Victor Wembanyama Interview: Spurs Rookie Goes Deep on Year 1: The Spurs sensation sits down (thankfully) for an exclusive with The Ringer to talk about ...
theringer.com/nba/2024/4/18/24133725/victor-wembanyama-san-antonio-spurs-interview
In the unending war between Calipari and Pitino, Ricky P. has won the latest battle
kentucky.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/mark-story/article287796785.html
New BS Podcast: Part One
—Favorite Round 1 NBA Storylines and “What Happens If…?” with @RobMahoney —The fall of the Warriors and what happens next with @loganmmurdock Show more
Caitlin Clark is this year's number one draft pick in the WNBA. Her salary has sparked outrage
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-19/caitlin-clark-draft-pick-rookie-nba-salary-pay-gap-outrage/103733342
Team USA Olympic roster rivals Dream Team: ‘We knew this was the team we wanted’: The American men have won four consecutive Olympic golds but have had a much ...
theathletic.com/5422934/2024/04/17/grant-hill-team-usa-olympic-roster/
Ben Simmons Rumors: Nets Star 'Loves the NBA Lifestyle Too Much' to Consider Retiring
bleacherreport.com/articles/10117485-ben-simmons-rumors-nets-star-loves-the-nba-lifestyle-too-much-to-consider-retiring
Kyrie Irving Reacts to Not Making Team USA Roster for 2024 Paris Olympics: The Dallas Mavericks star wasn't among the 12 NBA players to be named to the Team USA ...
si.com/olympics/2024/04/18/kyrie-irving-reacts-team-usa-roster-paris-olympics
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The NBA Playoffs are here - how the play-in tournament is shaping up. Plus, the WNBA already looks different.
kentucky.com/sports/article287819675.html
Warriors' Chris Paul Says He Won't Retire, Will Return for 20th NBA Season: Chris Paul doesn't plan to let his NBA career end with the Golden State Warriors' ...
bleacherreport.com/articles/10117251-warriors-chris-paul-says-he-wont-retire-will-return-for-20th-nba-season
Quick Glance: Chris Paul: An Irreplaceable Mentor on the Path to Championship
- Chris Paul is ready for another playoffs run with the Golden State Warriors, relying on his skills and experience to lead his team to success.
- Paul is regarded as a mercenary, playing a unique role in the NBA by supporting teams in challenging situations to transform them into competitive units.
- His outstanding basketball IQ, defensive abilities, and relentless effort have made Paul one of the best players in the league, consistently delivering positive results.
- While Paul still awaits a championship ring, he remains focused and demanding in terms of his teammates' performance, showcasing his unique ability to motivate and nurture young players.
One NBA benchwarmer will earn more than Caitlin Clark's entire WNBA team: The WNBA is getting a megawatt star at just the right time.
axios.com/2024/04/17/caitlin-clark-wnba-salaries-pay-contract
Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark's Eventful WNBA Draft Week
- Caitlin Clark, the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer, had a whirlwind week before the WNBA Draft, signaling just the beginning of her promising career.
- From the national championship to "SNL" to the Empire State Building and the draft, Clark is celebrated as one of the most sought-after and scrutinized rookies in the WNBA.
- After a series of events within eight days, including appearances on "Saturday Night Live", meetings, and honors, Clark looks forward to starting her professional career with the Indiana Fever.
- With a 190 percent increase in ticket prices and a massive fan response upon her arrival at the Fever, Clark and the team have high hopes for a successful season and a return to the playoffs.
Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards Claims He'll Be the NBA's Best Player in "About Two to Three Years"
si.com/nba/2024/04/18/timberwolves-anthony-edwards-best-player-claim-two-three-years
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Simone Biles thought America would 'hate' her after going through Olympics hell: Simone Biles feared the wrath of her supporters following her struggles at the ...
nypost.com/2024/04/18/sports/simone-biles-thought-america-would-hate-her-after-olympics-struggle/
Universal Music Group pulled all of its music from TikTok, but Taylor Swift's discography is back just in time for her new album release, #TSTTPD ... Show more @MattBelloni @NathanCHubbard
NBA's TV rights talks with Disney, Warner likely to end without deal, CNBC reports
reuters.com/sports/basketball/nbas-tv-rights-negotiating-period-with-disney-warner-expire-without-deal-cnbc-2024-04-18/
Mom who admitted to smothering toddler while high on meth walks free thanks to controversial judge
nypost.com/2024/04/18/us-news/mom-who-smothered-baby-to-death-while-high-on-meth-walks-free/
Female NYU administrator, 27, randomly punched near Washington Square Park in possible hate crime
nypost.com/2024/04/18/us-news/female-nyu-administrator-27-randomly-punched-outside-washington-square-park-in-possible-hate-crime/
Ron Holland Declares For 2024 NBA Draft
Ron Holland Declares For 2024 NBA Draft
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Quick Glance: Rudy Gobert Fined $100K for Inappropriate Gestures Toward Refs
- Following Rudy Gobert's money gesture towards the referees in the fourth quarter and his public criticism of the officiating, the NBA imposed a $100,000 fine on the Minnesota Timberwolves center.
- Gobert's actions on the court may have had more significant consequences than just the monetary penalty. His technical foul allowed Cavaliers guard Darius Garland to sink a crucial free throw, tying the score and leading the game into overtime.
Legendary Blake Griffins announces retirement from NBA: American professional basketball player Blake Griffins has announced retirement from the National ...
thenews.com.pk/latest/1179286-legendary-blake-griffins-announces-retirement-from-nba
Brittany Cartwright claps back at troll claiming her 'big' chest makes her look 'heavier'
pagesix.com/2024/04/18/entertainment/brittany-cartwright-claps-back-at-troll-commenting-on-her-big-chest/
Homeless build house with garden, barbecue and working electricity alongside LA freeway
nypost.com/2024/04/17/us-news/homeless-californians-build-a-house-alongside-110-freeway/
Point Game with John Wall and C.J. Toledano: Point Game with John Wall and C.J. Toledano is an insider’s look at the NBA and the culture surrounding the league ...
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LeBron’s Newest Teammate Isn’t an All-Star. He’s a Podcaster.: JJ Redick was a role player during his NBA career. But in the new age of sports media ...
wsj.com/sports/basketball/lebron-james-jj-redick-podcast-mind-the-game-08918bda
I was shocked when friends flocked to congratulate me after posting a simple selfie — can you spot the optical illusion?
nypost.com/2024/04/18/lifestyle/my-selfie-was-an-optical-illusion-people-thought-i-had-a-baby/
Sources - Pelicans' Zion Williamson out with hamstring injury - ESPN: The Pelicans' Zion Williamson won't play in Friday's Play-In Tournament elimination game vs ...
espn.com/nba/story/_/id/39962919/sources-pelicans-zion-williamson-hamstring-injury
Quick Glance: Key Insights from Lakers vs. Pelicans Play-In Game
- After Zion Williamson exited due to an injury and scoring 40 points, the Lakers won and secured the 7th seed.
- The Lakers will face the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the playoffs, while the Pelicans will play the Kings for the 8th seed.
- Zion Williamson delivered an impressive performance before his injury, and the Lakers clinched a crucial three-pointer courtesy of D'Angelo Russell.
- The Pelicans struggled with their identity, and the Lakers displayed weaknesses in their game, leading to uncertainties ahead of their matchup against Denver.
From @TheAthletic: Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter has received a lifetime ban from the NBA for violating its gaming rules, the league announced.
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Nuggets Coach Reminds Lakers of Recent Sweeps Ahead of NBA Playoff Series: The first-round series between the Nuggets and Lakers will be a chance at revenge for ...
si.com/nba/2024/04/17/nuggets-michael-malone-lakers-recent-sweeps-playoff-series
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Lakers Ready for Nuggets Rematch: Embracing the Challenge
- The Lakers are confident and prepared to face the playoff rematch against the Nuggets, refusing to shy away from the challenge.
- Despite some struggles, the Lakers prevailed against the Pelicans with a 110-106 win, securing the 7th seed in the West.
- Facing injuries and fatigue, the Lakers fought hard to clinch a playoff spot, displaying resilience and determination.
- Players are geared up for the upcoming challenge against the Nuggets, who have posed difficulties for the Lakers in the past, yet hope for a victory remains.
What the Virginia Squires and the ABA meant to today’s game of basketball: At a Portsmouth, Va., ceremony, members of the Virginia Squires ABA teams were ...
theathletic.com/5420725/2024/04/18/julius-erving-george-gervin-virginia-squires-aba/
Klay Thompson 0-for-10, including six 3s. Wow: In a rematch of a first-round series that went seven games last year, Sacramento gets some revenge.
theathletic.com/live-blogs/warriors-vs-kings-live-updates-score-play-in-game/2w7bm2lOAGgj/
NBA Considering Making NBA Cup Advancement The Primary Postseason Tiebreaker
x.com/ShamsCharania/status/1780301350854894021
LeBron, Curry, Durant head US Olympic 'Dream team' - News | Khaleej Times: USA Basketball confirmed a formidable 12-man roster bristling with NBA talent
khaleejtimes.com/sports/lebron-curry-durant-head-us-olympic-dream-team
Riley Strain's parents slam his frat brothers for continuing to party after he went missing: 'Appalling'
nypost.com/2024/04/17/us-news/riley-strains-parents-slam-his-frat-brothers-for-continuing-to-party-after-he-went-missing/
I had stable finances until I bought a house -- now I'm in deep debt: A TikToker named Samantha Barker was in good financial standing, until buying a house ...
nypost.com/2024/04/16/real-estate/homeownership-has-me-drowning-in-debt/
LA mom and daughter sentenced over fatal, illegal butt lift that killed aspiring porn star hours after injection
nypost.com/2024/04/18/us-news/libby-adame-and-alicia-galaz-sentenced-over-fatal-butt-lift/
I'm a Millennial boss -- my Gen Z staff has wild work habits: Millennial boss Grace Garrick is young, gorgeous, and trendy, but her Generation Z staff leave her ...
news.com.au/finance/work/at-work/total-contrast-millennial-boss-reveals-wild-gen-z-work-habits/news-story/f163b00458b6aa1fd05226702dc15250
Klay Thompson went ice cold vs. Kings, but Warriors say they ‘need’ him back: Only six players have ever taken at least 10 shots and gone scoreless in a playoff ...
mercurynews.com/2024/04/17/we-need-klay-back-dubs-dont-want-klay-thompsons-dreadful-play-in-game-to-be-his-last-as-a-warrior/
Quick Glance: Kings-Warriors: Coach Kerr Endorses NBA Play-In
- Coach Steve Kerr supports the NBA play-in tournament for adding excitement to the season.
- The play-in format provided a lifeline for the Kings and Warriors, who wouldn't have made the playoffs in the old system.
- The Kings face challenges due to injuries to key players, while Coach Brown praises the Warriors' core players.
- Brown highlights the impact of Chris Paul and his greatness in the NBA.
Hero mom saves 17-day-old baby in cardiac arrest by performing CPR: 'He was blue'
nypost.com/2024/04/17/lifestyle/mom-saves-17-day-old-baby-in-cardiac-arrest-by-performing-cpr/
Paige Spiranac has a theory about plummeting Masters ratings: Paige Spiranac offered an interesting theory as to why the TV ratings for the final round of the ...
nypost.com/2024/04/17/sports/paige-spiranac-has-a-theory-about-plummeting-masters-ratings/
Ex-Barstool Sports CEO Erika Ayers Badan has a surprising new job: old one was 'a heart attack every day'
nypost.com/2024/04/18/media/ex-barstool-sports-ceo-erika-ayers-badan-reveals-new-job/
For the Kings, this was a beatdown of the Warriors they’ve waited a year to give
sacbee.com/opinion/article287746940.html
Trevor Bauer accuser charged with allegedly defrauding exiled MLB pitcher after faking pregnancy
nypost.com/2024/04/16/sports/trevor-bauer-accuser-charged-with-allegedly-defrauding-exiled-mlb-star/
Quick Glance: Trevor Bauer accuser charged with felony fraud after false claims
- For the first time in a case involving baseball player Trevor Bauer, an accusation has been made against one of his accusers for allegedly defrauding him.
- The woman, Darcy Adanna Esemonu, was charged with defrauding Bauer by making false claims about a pregnancy.
- A grand jury in Maricopa County, Arizona, filed an indictment against Esemonu in March for felony fraud against Bauer and another man.
- Bauer emphasized that the accusations against him were false and that the justice system had affirmed his innocence, leading to charges against one of his accusers.
There's a volcano in Antarctica spewing $6,000 worth of gold dust per day — but you can't get there
nypost.com/2024/04/16/lifestyle/mount-erebus-in-antarctica-spews-gold-dust-into-the-atmosphere/
I'm 61 but have the body of a 38-year-old — here's how I biohacked the aging process
nypost.com/2024/04/17/lifestyle/im-61-but-have-the-body-of-a-38-year-old-heres-how-i-biohacked-the-aging-process/
Tourists ruined this beautiful Hawaiian attraction — so it’s being demolished: It was an unpoetic end to this Haiku. Oahu's legendary Haiku Staircase will ...
nypost.com/2024/04/17/lifestyle/tourists-ruined-this-beautiful-hawaiian-attraction-so-now-its-being-demolished/
Missing 12-year-old NYC girl reunited with family after disappearing five days earlier -- AirTag used to find her
nypost.com/2024/04/16/us-news/victorious-tori-perozo-12-found-safe-5-days-after-vanishing-from-nyc-home/
This 'Bluey' moment leaves parents shocked: An scene in the latest episode of Bluey forced fans to question whether the pup’s mother broke the law.
news.com.au/entertainment/tv/road-rule-that-appeared-on-bluey-sparks-huge-debate/news-story/195b69299541bd93a47f8c1d6a7e3246
Reclining economy airline seats are going to vanish — for good, aviation experts say: 'Blessing in disguise'
nypost.com/2024/04/16/lifestyle/reclining-economy-airline-seats-are-going-to-vanish-for-good-aviation-experts-say-blessing-in-disguise/
Liz Truss, Angela Rayner and the perils of partisanship: Politics is a rough game. In few other careers are you subjected to such a level of scrutiny ...
newstatesman.com/comment/2024/04/liz-truss-angela-rayner-and-the-perils-of-partisanship
Tom Hollander’s deliciously nasty Truman Capote: However starry it may be – there are enough big names here to fill a red carpet – there’s no getting away from ...
newstatesman.com/culture/tv/2024/04/tom-hollander-truman-capote-feud-the-swans-review
Humza Yousaf’s struggle for a narrative goes on: Nicola Sturgeon’s legacy is quickly falling apart. Her arrest (without charge) during the investigation into the ...
newstatesman.com/politics/scotland/2024/04/humza-yousafs-struggle-for-a-narrative-goes-on
The missiles of April: “Power,” said Mao Zedong, “flows from the barrel of a gun.” Yet using power to achieve deterrence (dissuading others from attacking via ...
newstatesman.com/international-politics/2024/04/iran-strike-israel-missiles-of-april
David Lammy’s foreign policy for a diminished Britain: If David Lammy becomes foreign secretary after this year’s election, he will face tricky diplomatic ...
newstatesman.com/politics/labour/2024/04/david-lammys-foreign-policy-for-a-diminished-britain
Why we make art: I’ve spent the past couple of days on a little holiday in Amsterdam, with my son Blake and his girlfriend. We visited the Van Gogh museum of ...
newstatesman.com/culture/life/2024/04/why-we-make-art-tracey-thorn-van-gogh
Your fandom isn’t funny: Fandom has found politics. Anyone for whom the words “Elizabeth Warren Holocaust tattoo” means anything knows this is the case ...
newstatesman.com/ideas/2024/04/your-fandom-isnt-funny
The new age of global threats: In the Middle East, all is changed – changed utterly. Iran’s “Operation True Promise”, launched on 13 April ...
newstatesman.com/new-statesman-view/2024/04/new-age-global-threats-iran-israel-biden-netanyahu-cameron
Plebgate’s Andrew Mitchell furnishes himself with a downmarket ministerial title: Shy bairns get no sweets, and Andrew Mitchell was calling himself Deputy ...
newstatesman.com/politics/commons-confidential/2024/04/plebgate-andrew-mitchell-ministerial-title-commons-confidential-starmer-rayner-sunak
Andrew O’Hagan’s maximum city: In February 2024, an article in the New Yorker forensically investigated a moral rot spreading through London ...
newstatesman.com/culture/books/book-of-the-day/2024/04/andrew-ohagan-maximum-london-caledonian-road-review
The End for LeBron and Steph Is Uncomfortably Close: For nearly two decades, James and Curry have been the NBA’s two defining stars, but Father Time is ...
theringer.com/nba/2024/4/16/24131402/lebron-james-steph-curry-lakers-warriors-nba-playoffs
Caitlin Clark's pay inequity takes center stage: After the Indiana Fever drafted her No. 1 overall Monday night in the WNBA Draft, Caitlin Clark drew attention ...
yardbarker.com/wnba/articles/caitlin_clarks_pay_inequity_takes_center_stage/s1_13132_40244644
From Phi Slama Jama to becoming the first international player to win the MVP, Hakeem Olajuwon had a pivotal impact on the ever-shifting game ... Show more @MirinFader
Dream: The life and legacy of pioneering international basketball superstar Hakeem Olajuwon, a two‑time NBA champion whose Hall of Fame career forever changed...
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Caitlin Clark’s WNBA salary is so low, even your teacher makes more: The NBA's lowest-paid players make more than the WNBA's highest earners – and ...
oregonlive.com/reckon/2024/04/caitlin-clarks-wnba-salary-is-so-low-even-your-teacher-makes-more.html
Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese hope to carry over college momentum to the WNBA: Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and a deep WNBA draft class hope the momentum they ...
apnews.com/article/wnba-draft-clark-reese-408ebca2675fe13e6019f201a78dabbe
BYU finds its next head coach in Phoenix Suns assistant Kevin Young : BYU finds its next head coach in Phoenix Suns assistant Kevin Young
sltrib.com/sports/byu-cougars/2024/04/16/byu-finds-its-next-head-coach/
LeBron James Opens Up About the One NBA Award He Hasn’t Won: The King says it stings to have never won Defensive Player of the Year.
si.com/nba/2024/04/16/lebron-james-defensive-player-award-quote-marc-gasol
Why Jaime Jaquez, Nikola Jović are the Heat role players who could spark a playoff run
theathletic.com/5417724/2024/04/16/heat-playoffs-jaime-jaquez-nikola-jovic/
Kyle Marisa Roth, controversial TikToker, dead at 36: Famous TikTok star Kyle Marisa Roth has died at age 36, her mom and sister announced on social media.
nypost.com/2024/04/15/entertainment/kyle-marisa-roth-controversial-tiktoker-dead-at-36/
Sources -- Bucks preparing to be without Giannis Antetokounmpo - ESPN: The Milwaukee Bucks are preparing to be without two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo for the ...
espn.com/nba/story/_/id/39954386/sources-bucks-preparing-giannis-antetokounmpo
Angel Reese shares emotional moment with Kim Mulkey at WNBA Draft: An emotional Angel Reese walked off stage after being drafted by the Chicago Sky with the ...
nypost.com/2024/04/16/sports/angel-reese-shares-emotional-moment-with-kim-mulkey-at-wnba-draft/
Today in History: Michael Jordan plays last NBA game with the Washington Wizards: On April 16, 2003, Michael Jordan played his last NBA game with the Washington ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/16/today-in-history-michael-jordan-plays-last-nba-game-with-the-washington-wizards/
10-year-old girl fatally mowed down by SUV in Brooklyn: cops: The child was struck by the car at Wallabout Street and Wythe Avenue in Williamsburg around 2:40 p ...
nypost.com/2024/04/16/us-news/10-year-old-girl-fatally-mowed-down-by-suv-in-brooklyn-cops/
Caitlin Clark’s rookie salary with WNBA sparks outrage: Women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark has signed a four-year contract with the Indiana Fever worth $338 ...
independent.co.uk/life-style/caitlin-clark-wnba-salary-contract-b2529712.html
‘Magnolia’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey: Listen to this episode from The Rewatchables on Spotify. It’s raining frogs in the studio as Bill ...
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Sources: Rockets GM Rafael Stone extended on multiyear deal - ESPN: Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone signed a multiyear contract extension earlier ...
espn.com/nba/story/_/id/39955952/rockets-gm-rafael-stone-extended-multiyear-deal
Conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel spotted driving after surprise wedding news
nypost.com/2024/04/16/entertainment/conjoined-twins-abby-brittany-hensel-spotted-driving-after-surprise-wedding-news/
Dave Portnoy mocks Will Compton after Travis Kelce cancels on Barstool's Beer Olympics
nypost.com/2024/04/16/sports/dave-portnoy-mocks-will-compton-after-travis-kelce-cancels-on-barstool/
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