American NBA team based in Cleveland, competing in the Eastern Conference
The Knicks will host the 76ers on Oct. 20 to raise their 2023-24 championship banner, then begin the NBA Cup schedule with a group-stage game against Philadelphia in New York. The league has released a partial schedule, with key Christmas and opening-night matchups revealed and full details due Thursday.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wed at Madison Square Garden in July 2026. Public details are scarce, with guests and outfits discussed by media. Kelce reflects on the night as the couple navigates privacy and public interest.
Russell Westbrook has publicly retired after an 18-year NBA career, marked by a 2016-17 MVP season and a record 42 triple-doubles in a single season. His farewell video, narrated by Michael B. Jordan, confirms the end of an era for one of the league’s most dynamic playmakers.
The Cavaliers have secured a multi-year deal with James Harden, including a player option for 2028-29 and a trade kicker, after Harden declined a $42.3 million option earlier this summer. The move follows Cleveland’s recent trades, including acquiring Peyton Watson from Denver. Harden has averaged 20.5 points and 7.7 assists in 26 games for Cleveland this season, and his career marks span 1,221 games across multiple teams.
The Knicks have paused individual ticket sales after a pricing error sent early prices soaring. They are rolling back to last year’s prices with an average 12% increase and will refund buyers who already purchased tickets. Sales will restart next week at moderated prices.
New ownership has outlined aggressive plans to lift the Lakers’ value to $30 billion within a decade, backed by higher ticketing, media rights and international growth. The sale from the Buss family to Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger has triggered a valuation surge and renewed speculation about the franchise’s long-term health.
LeBron James has joined the Philadelphia 76ers, signaling a major shift in the NBA landscape. The star’s arrival has driven ticket demand, boosted jersey sponsorships, and attracted national attention, with Bloom Energy initiating a patch deal worth over $30 million and a multi-million community investment. The Sixers are hosting 34 nationally televised games this season.
Jalen Brunson has hosted Saturday Night Live, becoming the first Knicks player to host since 2007. The episode opened the Knicks’ season after their title victory, featuring questions from Brunson’s teammates in the monologue and a series of sketches.
The Philadelphia 76ers have opened the NBA season with a 106-100 road win over the New York Knicks. LeBron James has joined Philadelphia, becoming the first player to start a 24th season with a new team. Tyrese Maxey led Philadelphia with 28 points; Jaylen Brown added 19 and Joel Embiid posted a double-double. The Sixers’ defense tightened in the second half as they rallied in Madison Square Garden.
A round-up of fashion campaigns and premieres from the tail end of Dubai Fashion Week and related campaigns. The week features Miu Miu, Gap, and Saint Laurent campaigns, with Hadid, Al-Jasmi, Abdelnour, and other designers in focus.
Beasley has notified prosecutors he will plead guilty to four counts, including bribery in sports contests, in a Brooklyn federal court on Dec. 9. The move follows a sprawling federal gambling investigation that has already led to multiple indictments and guilty pleas among former teammates and associates.
The Sixers have opened their season with a 106-100 win, led by Tyrese Maxey and new co-stars LeBron James and Jaylen Brown, who join Philadelphia this season. Embiid posts a double-double as the team builds early chemistry, while coach and fans eye how the new roster will gel after offseason moves.
The WNBA Finals between the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries has forced venue changes and scheduling tweaks to maximize fan attendance and preserve the possibility of a Game 7. Games 3 and 4 moved to State Farm Arena in Atlanta have drawn sellouts, with Game 6 also set for a bigger venue if needed. The series is tied 2-2 with Game 5 in the Bay Area determining the path to a possible decisive contest.