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Judge dismisses an assault lawsuit against Knicks owner James Dolan and Harvey Weinstein
A U.S. district judge has dismissed a federal lawsuit against New York Knicks owner James Dolan alleging sexual assault a decade ago.
Judge says ex-Boston Celtics' Glen 'Big Baby' Davis can delay prison to finish film
A film project has earned former Boston Celtics forward Glen โBig Babyโ Davis a temporary reprieve from the start of his three-year prison term for a fraud conviction.
Sportico: Detroit Pistons, Red Wings secure Bally Sports deal through 2024-25 seasons
According to Sportico.com, the Detroit Pistons and the Detroit Red Wings will remain on Bally Sports Detroit through at least the 2024-25 seasons after Diamond Sports Group reached an agreement with the NHL and the NBA teams.
Adam Silver says NBA and FIBA are having โmuch more seriousโ talks about growth in Europe
The NBA is ramping up talks with FIBA, basketball's global governing body, on how to best increase its competitive footprint in Europe either through an annual tournament or an NBA-operated league, according to Commissioner Adam Silver.
Wembanyama returns home for Olympics. The basketball star will be one of Paris' biggest attractions
Athletes have a hard time standing out in a Paris cultural sphere driven largely by food, fashion and the arts.
WNBA players' union leader is concerned league being undervalued in new media rights deal
WNBA players' union head Terri Jackson is concerned the league is being undervalued with the $2.2 billion over 11 years it will receive as part of the NBAโs recently approved media rights deals.
Ex-Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist sued for wrongful death in alleged fatal collision
Ex-Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Josh Klinghoffer is being sued for wrongful death after allegedly hitting and killing a pedestrian earlier this year.
Ex-NBA player Jontay Porter pleads guilty in case tied to gambling scandal that tanked his career
Former NBA player Jontay Porter has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud in a federal criminal case.
USA Basketball men's Olympic team arrives for camp in Las Vegas
After months of planning, itโs time for the U.S. Olympic team โ one that will go to the Paris Games later this month seeking a fifth consecutive gold medal โ to take the floor.
Banned NBA player Jontay Porter will be charged in betting case, court papers indicate
Court papers indicate that former Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter will be charged with a federal felony connected to the sports betting scandal that spurred the NBA to ban him for life.
Report: Pistons acquire ex-Michigan star Tim Hardaway Jr., 3 draft picks from Dallas
The Pistons have reportedly acquired former Michigan basketball star Tim Hardaway Jr., along with three draft picks in a trade with the Dallas Mavericks.
Detroit Pistons jump 16 spots to select Sweden forward Bobi Klintman with the No. 37 overall pick
The Detroit Pistons jumped up 16 spots to select Sweden forward Bobi Klintman with the No. 37 overall pick in the second round of the 2024 NBA draft.
Report: Detroit Pistons acquire Wendell Moore Jr., No. 37 pick from T-Wolves for No. 53 pick
The Detroit Pistons have made a promising acquisition, securing shooting guard Wendell Moore Jr and the valuable No. 37 pick of the second round in exchange for the No. 53 pick.
Detroit Pistons select G League Ignite star Ron Holland II with No. 5 overall pick in the NBA draft
The Detroit Pistons have made a promising choice, selecting G League Ignite star Ron Holland II with the No. 5 overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NBA draft, a move that holds great potential for the teamโs future.
Report: Detroit Pistons hire Dennis Lindsey as senior vice president of basketball operations
The Detroit Pistons have made a significant move, bringing on board the seasoned and successful former Dallas Mavericks Executive Dennis Lindsey as their senior vice president of basketball operations.
โWeโre not going to skip stepsโ: New Pistons president lays out vision to build winner
The Detroit Pistons finally introduced their new president on Friday, as the team prepares to hire a new general manager and head coach.
Detroit Pistons dismiss coach Monty Williams with 5 years, $65 million left on contract
The Detroit Pistons have dismissed head coach Monty Williams with five years and $65 million remaining on his contract.
Liberty to play Commissioner's Cup final at UBS Arena in Long Island. Barclays out due to NBA draft
The New York Liberty will play the Commissionerโs Cup championship game on June 25 against the Minnesota Lynx at UBS Arena since setup for the NBA draft made Barclays Center unavailable.
Lawyer for Jontay Porter says now-banned NBA player was โin over his headโ with a gambling addiction
A lawyer for Jontay Porter says the former Toronto Raptors forward who was given a lifetime ban by the NBA because of a sports betting scandal was โin over his headโ with a gambling addiction.
2 more charged in betting scandal that spurred NBA to bar Raptors' Jontay Porter for life
Two more people have been charged in the sports betting scandal that prompted the NBA to ban former Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter for life.
Oilers seek to become the sixth NHL team since 2000 to win the Cup after midseason coaching change
Firing a coach during the season is typically seen as a sign that a season has gone off the rails.
Report: Detroit Pistons to part ways with general manager Troy Weaver
According to senior lead NBA insider Shams Charania, the Detroit Pistons, under President Trajan Langdonโs new leadership, are set to part ways with their general manager, Troy Weaver.
WNBA commissioner says charter flight program still has a few kinks but is running smoothly
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert says the charter flight program still has a few expected kinks but is running smoothly.
Report: Trajan Langdon named president of basketball operations for Detroit Pistons
The Detroit Pistons have hired former New Orleans Pelicans General Manager Trajan Langdon to become their new president of basketball operations.
North West joins starry concert event of 'The Lion King' at Hollywood Bowl
North West, the daughter of Kim Kardashian and Ye, the rapper formerly known as Kanye West, is going from โPaw Patrolโ to another animal project: A starry โLion Kingโ concert.
Angel Reese, Cardoso debuts watched widely on fan's livestream after WNBA is unable to broadcast
The WNBA debuts of Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso were widely watched on a social media livestream from a fan who stepped in when the leagueโs app couldnโt broadcast the game.
Wembanyama coming to Paris as San Antonio Spurs to face Indiana Pacers in two NBA games next January
Victor Wembanyama will return to Paris, he hopes as an Olympic champion, when the San Antonio Spurs face the Indiana Pacers in two regular-season NBA games early next year.
Court upholds Milwaukee police officer's firing for posting racist memes after Sterling Brown arrest
The Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled that a former Milwaukee police officer was properly fired for posting racist memes related to the arrest of an NBA player.
Caitlin Clark revs up Pacers fans with pregame playoff appearance in IndyCar replica
Caitlin Clark drew a standing ovation in her first appearance on Gainbridge Fieldhouse's court since becoming the WNBA's No. 1 overall draft pick โ in an IndyCar replica.
NHL has no appetite to expand playoffs beyond its 16-team tournament for the Stanley Cup
The NHL is the only major North American professional sports league that has not expanded its playoffs in recent years.
Report: Former Detroit Pistons guard Will Bynum sentenced to 18 months in insurance fraud scheme
According to ESPN, former Detroit Pistons guard Will Bynum, 41, was sentenced to 18 months in a scandal involving NBA insurance fraud.
LeBron, Curry, Durant, Embiid headline star-studded 2024 U.S. Olympic men's basketball roster
USA Basketball has named its men's Olympic team for the 2024 Paris Games, with former MVPs LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant and Joel Embiid among the NBA superstars on the roster.
Agent at Bad Bunny-led firm has certification revoked by MLB Players Association
A baseball agent at Bad Bunnyโs Rimas Sports firm has lost his certification with the Major League Baseball Players Association.
Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese are headed to the WNBA. Are they also destined for a pay cut?
Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese have both decided to forgo their final year of college eligibility and enter the WNBA Draft.
LeBron James says popularity of women's basketball is due to familiar stars
LeBron James figures thereโs at least one obvious explanation for the surging popularity of the NCAA womenโs basketball tournament โ recognizable stars.
When voters say 'no' to new stadiums, what do professional sports teams do next?
Voter rejection of a stadium sales tax plan for the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs has raised questions about what happens next.
Detroit Pistons legend Chauncey โMr. Big Shotโ Billups elected to 2024 Naismith Basketball HOF
Detroit Pistons legend Chauncey โMr. Big Shotโ Billups, renowned for his clutch performances, has been elected to the prestigious Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame class of 2024, a testament to his remarkable career in the NBA.
NCAA President Charlie Baker urges states with legal wagering to ban prop bets on college athletes
NCAA President Charlie Baker is urging states with legal wagering on sporting events to ban betting on individual player performances.
Ex-NBA guard Ben Gordon, arrested for juice shop disturbance, gets program that could erase charges
Former NBA guard Ben Gordon could see criminal charges against him in Connecticut erased from his record next year if he completes a probation program.
Report: NBA veteran Taj Gibson signs deal with Detroit Pistons for remainder of season
According to NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski, NBA veteran Taj Gibson has signed a deal with the Detroit Pistons for the remainder of the season.
Detroit Pistons coach eviscerates refs after player tackled on final play with no call
The coach of the Detroit Pistons put the referees on blast after one of his players was tackled on the final play with no call (and then the Pistons gave up a game-winning bucket).
Refs admit mistake after Pistons coach slams late-game no-call vs. Knicks
Detroit Pistons head coach Monty Williams was irate after the last-second loss to the Knicks on Monday night in New York, blasting refs for a clearly blown call that cost them the game.
Detroit Pistons to celebrate 20 year anniversary of 'Going to Work' team at Little Caesars Arena
The Detroit Pistons are set to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the franchise's third NBA championship.
Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart gets court date for misdemeanor assault charge of Suns player
Injured Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart has been issued a court date on his misdemeanor assault charge assault for punching Phoenix Suns big man Drew Eubanks.
Detroit Pistons legend Chaunceyโ Mr. Big Shotโ Billups named 2024 Naismith Basketball HOF finalist
Detroit Pistons legend Chauncey "Mr. Big Shot" Billups has been named a finalist for the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame class of 2024.
Report: Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart punches Suns player in face ahead of Wednesdayโs matchup
According to NBA insider Shams Charania, Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart punched Phoenix Suns forward Drew Eubanks ahead of their matchup.
Celtics star Jayson Tatum gets $1 million gift from SoFi to help people buy homes in St. Louis
Boston Celtics power forward Jayson Tatum announced Tuesday a gift of $1 million from the financial services company SoFi to his nonprofit.
Spike Lee, Denzel Washington reuniting for adaptation of Kurosawa's 'High and Low'
Nearly 20 years after their last collaboration, Spike Lee and Denzel Washington are reuniting for an adaptation of Akira Kurosawaโs โHigh and Low.โ.
Detroit Pistons send 2 veterans to Knicks for 4 players, 2 draft picks in mini blockbuster trade
The Detroit Pistons have sent two veteran shooters to the Knicks for four players and two draft picks in a mini blockbuster of a trade.
Full details of 3 trades Detroit Pistons have made in past 22 hours
The Detroit Pistons have made three trades in the past 24 hours as general manager Troy Weaver tweaks the worst roster in the NBA ahead of the deadline.
NBA MVP and 76ers center Joel Embiid had knee surgery. His injury could affect the US Olympic team
Joel Embiidโs timeline to return to the Philadelphia 76ers is still unclear following knee surgery.
1 icon, 6 shoes, $8 million: An auction of Michael Jordan's championship sneakers sets a record
A collection of sneakers that basketball superstar Michael Jordan wore as he and the Chicago Bulls won six NBA championships has fetched $8 million at a New York auction.
Duren's first career 20-20 game leads Pistons to lopsided win over Thunder, 120-104
Jalen Duren had 22 points and a career-high 21 rebounds as the Detroit Pistons ended the Oklahoma City Thunderโs five-game winning streak with a comfortable 120-104 victory on Sunday.
Grant Hill explains the decision surrounding Draymond Green's omission from the Olympic pool
USA Basketball says it wants the best for Draymond Green, which is why the federation does not have him in its plans for the Paris Olympics.
James, Embiid, Curry and Durant are in the US player pool for the Paris Olympics
There are few surprises in USA Basketballโs menโs player pool for the Paris Olympics that was announced Tuesday, with most of the big names like LeBron James, Joel Embiid, Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant on the list.
Lillard has 45 points and 11 assists to lead the Bucks past the Pistons, 141-135
Damian Lillard had 45 points and 11 assists to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a 141-135 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday.
What Pistons GM Troy Weaver said to Woj on changes, roster vision after losing streak
For the first time since the Pistons lost an NBA record 28 straight games, the teamโs general manager is talking about what happened and whatโs next.
Top 1-and-done NBA prospects have made a big impact in the AP Top 25 college basketball poll
Top one-and-done NBA prospects are making a big impact in their college team's AP Top 25 standing.
In AP poll's earliest days, some Black schools weren't on the radar and many teams missed out
The teams at Tennessee State in a three-season span from 1956 through 1959 were nearly unbeatable.
Pistons finally win a game, snapping historic 28-game losing streak vs. Raptors
The Detroit Pistons finally put a winning performance together, beating the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night at Little Caesars Arena, snapping the teamโs 28-game losing streak.
Amid 28-game losing streak, Detroit showed it can compete with NBAโs best. Now a win would be nice.
Pistons coach Monty Williams believes that his team can compete with anybody in the NBA, and now he has proof.
Pistons lose OT thriller to top-ranked Celtics, tying all-time losing streak record
The Pistons tied the NBA record for the longest losing streak in history on Thursday night after losing their 28th straight game to the top-ranked Boston Celtics in an overtime thriller.
How much money you would make if you bet on Pistons to beat Celtics tonight
The Pistons are looking to avoid their 28th straight loss tonight, but theyโll have to find a way to beat the No. 1 team in the East -- the Boston Celtics.