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The 2026 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame class was enshrined on Saturday night.

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A card collector since he was 12, Jason Williams still hasn't decided what to do with the incredible find.

Sophie Cunningham had a quiet night on the court, and it was capped off by a viral moment on Friday night. During the Indiana Fever’s matchup against the Dallas Wings, Cunningham missed a wide-open layup, the kind of shot that goes in more often than not.

Angel Reese isn't the tallest player in the league, and she isn't its best leaper. So how is it that she's grabbing rebounds at a pace never before seen in the WNBA?

Dwyane Wade Sr. and Justin Tatum air their frustrations with the NBA.

Our readers pass up on a shot to grab the former #1 pick.

Minnesota Lynx guard Olivia Miles might just have unknowingly forwarded the narrative of a league-wide push against Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark. While Clark’s gravity and the fouls called against her this season have done little to change the narrative, the Minnesota rookie’s move was online.

The San Antonio Spurs' 2026-27 schedule includes games in France and England, along with a league-high 34 national television appearances. The slate also features three home games in Austin compared to two in recent seasons. The extra Austin game comes as the Spurs work to fund a new downtown arena complex in San Antonio while expanding their reach along the I-35 corridor. Spurs CEO RC Buford addressed the balancing act in a statement following the schedule release. "San Antonio is home, and ...

LANDOVER, MD - CIRCA 1992: Tom Chambers #24 of the Phoenix Suns drives on Harvey Grant #44 of the Washington Bullets during an NBA basketball game circa 1992 at the Capital Centre in Landover, Maryland. Chambers played for the Suns from 1988-93. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images) | Getty Images There isn’t much in the wide world of sports that you can look at and genuinely call a “travesty”. Especially when you consider all of the instability in the world at large, sports are merely enter...

CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 05: Guard Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers dribbles the ball to the basket around guard Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the fourth quarter at Rocket Arena on November 05, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the 76ers 132-121. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by ...

The idea of playing a balanced schedule is a rarity in American professional sports. An NFL team that finishes in first place in their division one year draws other first-place teams on the schedule the next year. NHL calendars lean heavily on divisional matchups and regional rivalries. MLB moved to a more balanced schedule in […]

The NBA has given the Cavs an interesting first few weeks of the season.

After criticism surrounding the Sophie Cunningham incident, Stephanie White has directly addressed the Indiana Fever supporters. Stephanie White faced home boos against New York after fans felt she downplayed a flagrant foul by Chicago’s DiJonai Carrington on Sophie Cunningham.

A’ja Wilson and Napheesa Collier. | NBAE via Getty Images The first-place Minnesota Lynx and and third-place Las Vegas Aces meet for the third and final time on Saturday night (8 p.m. ET, CBS). Thus far, the only two teams that have clinched a spot in the 2026 WNBA Playoffs have split their season series. In the first matchup in mid-June, A’ja Wilson’s double-double of 24 points and 10 boards, plus Chelsea Gray’s 23 points and seven assists, was enough for the Aces to hold off the Lynx, led b...

Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White thanked the home fans for their positive reception in their latest home game. The Fever ended their two-game homestand on Friday against the Dallas Wings, and fans cheered on their head coach ahead of tipoff. This was the exact opposite of their reception in their previous game against the New York Liberty on Tuesday, when White was booed.

Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section share their thoughts on the Lakers' sale to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner, the WNBA, Dodgers and more.

Dan Dakich is a former interim head coach of the Indiana Hoosiers men’s basketball team who now hosts a sports radio show and serves as a commentator. He has once again reignited the long-running debate over the WNBA’s growth and Caitlin Clark’s impact on the league.

Amar'e Stoudemire, Doc Rivers, Elena Delle Donne and Candace Parker are among the latest inductees into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. They'll have plenty of fresh company in the years to come.

There's no such thing as an NBA player with nothing left to prove.

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 6: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics is defended by Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers in the second half at TD Garden on April 6, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kathryn Riley/Getty Images) | Getty Images I’m definitely biased, but I’ve long held the opinion that ros...

The Lynx and Olivia Miles tripping up the Aces as 55% favorites highlights Saturday's WNBA moneyline predictions!

Not an impressively overloaded post, but one with some spicy topics. “But agreeing to an extension now would deprive the Knicks of one of their best trade assets, given McBride’s age, production, low salary and walk-year status. If they want to make a midseason trade to reinforce other areas of need, McBride would be one […]

Enes Kanter has been speaking about the possibility he could be dunked on if he joins the WNBA. Kanter declared for the WNBA draft earlier this month and his decision has caused a lot of discourse around trans athletes in women’s sports.

In a town hall-style discussion this Friday with Bruce Pearl, former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom has reiterated that his decision to declare for the 2027 WNBA Draft is a serious one. During the interview, the former professional player stated that he desires his message to be taken seriously.

Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom has been making headlines in the WNBA with his recent decision. Over a week ago, the 11-year NBA veteran shocked the basketball world when he announced that he is declaring for the 2027 WNBA Draft in the hopes of securing a roster spot.

It’s been a week since Enes Kanter Freedom made the bold move to “declare” for the 2027 WNBA draft. Since then, Freedom has remained steadfast in his mission to challenge the WNBA’s eligibility guidelines.

Enes Kanter Freedom has officially declared for the 2027 WNBA draft. Sophie Cunningham expressed her views on the eligibility of transgender athletes, leading to a lot of discourse around her comments.

07 October 2025, Egypt, Kairo: A cat lies on a cushion in the historic old town of Cairo. Photo: Soeren Stache/dpa (Photo by Soeren Stache/picture alliance via Getty Images) Not an impressively overloaded post, but one with some spicy topics. The Knicks’ full 2026-27 schedule is out, and Michael Zeno has you covered on that front with everything you need to know. New York, as well as the Spurs, Lakers, and Sixers, just received royal NBA treatment. In worse news, the Knicks are losing assista...