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Donovan Steps Down as Bulls Seek Fresh Direction After Six Years

Billy Donovan has departed as head coaching position of the Chicago Bulls after six years in charge, concluding a tenure characterised by early promise that...

Apr 18, 2026 · admin

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From Visa Rejection to WNBA Glory: Kenyan Star’s Remarkable Rise

Madina Okot sat nervously in the venue on 13 April, her heart pounding as she waited to hear her name called at the Women's National...

Apr 17, 2026 · admin

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James Defies Age as Lakers Seize Control of Play-off Series

LeBron James defied his 41 years to guide the Los Angeles Lakers to a dominant 101-94 victory over the Houston Rockets, stretching their NBA play-off...

Apr 16, 2026 · admin

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Wembanyama shines as Spurs, Thunder and Celtics dominate opening play-off fixtures

Victor Wembanyama announced himself on the NBA playoff stage with a dominant performance as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 111-98 in...

Apr 14, 2026 · admin

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The Scottish Physio Who Became Basketball’s Greatest Healer

Alex McKechnie packed a solitary case, placed $300 in his pocket and caught a one-way flight from Glasgow to Vancouver on 7 September 1974 with...

Apr 14, 2026 · admin

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Lakers overcome injury setbacks to claim opening playoff victory

The Los Angeles Lakers began impressively to their NBA play-off campaign on Friday, navigating around major injury issues to claim a 107-98 victory over the...

Apr 13, 2026 · admin

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Hawks clinch division crown as James reaches historic assist milestone

The Atlanta Hawks secured the Southeast Division title and guaranteed a playoff berth with a dominant 124-102 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday, representing...

Apr 12, 2026 · admin

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Doncic and Cunningham win NBA awards eligibility appeals

Luka Doncic and Cade Cunningham have successfully appealed their way back into contention for major NBA end-of-season awards, the league has announced. The Los Angeles...

Apr 11, 2026 · admin

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Bronny Makes History With Assist to Father LeBron in Lakers Victory

Bronny James has made NBA history by recording the first son-to-father assist, setting up his father LeBron for a dunk as the Los Angeles Lakers...

Apr 10, 2026 · admin

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Jokic’s masterclass secures Nuggets third seed in Western Conference

Nikola Jokic delivered a display of mastery to lead the Denver Nuggets to the number three position in the Western Conference, claiming a 128-118 win...

Apr 9, 2026 · admin