Basketball
Basketball is a huge sport, widely followed by the Americans and growing in Africa.
On this page, the focus is on The National Basketball Association and the latest news, transfer, results of all the 30 franchises.
The franchises includes; Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, Sacramento, Cleveland Cavaliers, Houston Texas, Sixers, Suns, Dallas Mavericks, Denver Nuggets, Toronto Raptors, Washington Wizards, Milwaukee Bucks, Miami Heat, Detroit Pistons, OKC Thunder etc.
Also, covered are stories on the NBA biggest stars like LeBron James, Stephen Curry, James Harden, Kevin Durant, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Russel Westbrook, Klay Thompson, Anthony Davis, and Joel Embiid.
We also talk about Basketball Legends such as Micheal Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Bill Russell, Magic Johnson, Jerry West are not left out.
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LeBron excited about championship ceremony and World Series in Cleveland
“Is there any better way?” LeBron James is excited as the Cleveland Cavaliers prepare to accept their NBA championship rings…
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Melo warns Knicks fans not pile pressure on Porzingis
Carmelo Anthony understands the growing hype surrounding New York Knicks team-mate Kristaps Porzingis after his impressive rookie season, he just wants…
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VIDEO: Rockets’ Chinanu Onuaku brings back the underhand free throw
Houston Rockets’ Chinanu Onuaku brought back the underhand free throw in Rockets’ 116-104 win over Pelicans during a preseasons match in Beijing, China. Harden had…
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LeBron says Cavs ´couldn´t afford´ Wade
LeBron James wanted Dwyane Wade to join him in Cleveland, but the Cavaliers simply could not afford him. Wade, James’…
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Kevin Durant joined Warriors because they blew 3-1 NBA Finals lead
Do not ever forget that the Golden State Warriors blew a 3-1 NBA Finals lead to the Cleveland Cavaliers last…
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Bosh wants to come back to inspire his kids
Miami Heat star Chris Bosh is desperate to continue his NBA career to be an example to his kids. His…
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Lowry wants a max deal to remain at Toronto Raptors
Toronto Raptors star Kyle Lowry believes he should be paid like a franchise player in the NBA. However, the two-time…
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Wade thought about joining Cavs
Chicago Bulls guard Dwyane Wade said he thought about joining LeBron James in Cleveland. When Wade decided he had look…
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Watch as Klay, Durant star as Warriors beat down Clippers 120-75 in exhibition
Klay, Durant star as Warriors beat Clippers 120-75 in first exhibition game Tuesday night, at Oracle Arena.
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The Future of Nigerian basketball is bright, says former Warriors, Mavericks forward, Kelenna Azubuike
Former National Basketball Association (NBA) star, Kelenna Azubuike has said Nigeria could attain more successes in basketball if the talents…
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Curry wants to stay with Warriors as free agency looms
The Golden State Warriors came away with the biggest free agent prize of the off-season, and they will have to do the same…
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Cavs’ LeBron James speaks out on anthem intentions
LeBron James insists he will stand for the national anthem this season and not follow the lead of San Francisco 49ers…
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Pat Riley says Chris Bosh’s Heat career is over, another team ‘up to him’
After failing his physical with the Miami Heat prior to training camp, it didn’t look good for Chris Bosh’s hopes…
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Miami Heat’s Chris Bosh suffers setback
Miami Heat star Chris Bosh has failed his physical and will not be cleared for training camp, which begins on…
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Warriors coach, Steve Kerr says Americans ´better be disgusted´ by police shootings
Regardless of one’s stance on NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick’s decision to kneel during the national anthem, Golden State Warriors coach Steve…
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Parker: LeBron better than Curry
Tony Parker believes LeBron James has the edge over Steph Curry in the claims to be recognised as the NBA’s…
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Curry expects Warriors to take time to adjust
Stephen Curry has warned that the Golden State Warriors will need an “adjustment period” in NBA this season. The Warriors…
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Warriors star Curry laughs at villains narrative
Stephen Curry finds it funny that the Golden State Warriors have become the villains after luring Kevin Durant to the…
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Drake or Curry who does it better?
Drake has never hidden his love for Basketball has he is Toronto Raptors global ambassador and often seen on game…
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Watch as Drake does a Curry with his back on the floor – This is just unbelievable!
Drake has never hidden his love for Basketball has he is Toronto Raptors global ambassador and often seen on game…
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D’Tigers move nine places in FIBA ranking, now 16th in the world
Nigeria men Basketball team have moved nine places in the new FIBA Ranking thanks to their recent performances at the…
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Rio Recap: USA retain basketball title, wrestling coaches strip in protest
– The final event of the Rio Olympics saw the United States predictably secure a third successive men’s basketball title, courtesy of…
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Wizards’ John Wall in ´no rush´ with recovery from knee surgeries
The Washington Wizards would love to have point guard John Wall in their line-up to begin the NBA season. Wall would…
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Durant leads USA into semis as Parker and Ginobili bow out
San Antonio Spurs stars Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili both ended their international careers in Rio on Wednesday following heavy defeats in the…
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LeBron signs three-year contract worth $100m with Cavaliers
LeBron James delivered Cleveland their championship and now he is being paid handsomely to defend it for the Cavaliers. The…
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NBA 2016-17 schedule: Cavs’ James start championship defence against Knicks on October 25
The NBA released its 2016-17 fixture on Thursday, and as expected, the schedule makers gave fans some juicy match-ups to anticipate.…
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SWIMMING: Micheal Phelps wins 22nd Olympic gold
Michael Phelps won his men’s 200 metre individual medley showdown against Ryan Lochte to secure his 22nd Olympic gold medal.…
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USA´s men and women dominate
The United States’ men were pushed at the Rio Olympics before winning comfortably, while the women were dominant. The star-studded…
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Westbrook talks about his $85m OKC deal, his friendship with Durant
Russell Westbrook has spent his entire career in Kevin Durant’s shadow, and his first news conference since the star’s exit…
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Highlights: Oguchi scores 21points as USA beat Nigeria 110-66
The 2015 Afrobasket MVP, Chamberlain Oguchi registered 21 points as US male basketball team beat Nigeria 110-66. The African champions…
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