American NBA team, Mavericks in the Southwest Division and champions in 2011.
LeBron James has joined the Philadelphia 76ers for a two-year, $8 million deal, beginning his record-extending 24th NBA season. He has stated he is not chasing money or family, but aims to help the Sixers win a championship and energize a new fan base.
Don Nelson, a Hall of Fame basketball coach and longtime Mavericks figure, has died at 86. Family statements describe him as beloved husband, father and grandfather. Nelson leaves a legacy as a pioneering coach who popularized fast-paced play and Nellie Ball, influencing teams and players across the league.
Don Nelson, a Hall of Fame coach who revolutionized NBA offense with a fast, versatile game, has died at 86. He led Milwaukee, Dallas and Golden State to extensive success, shaped star careers like Dirk Nowitzki and Steph Curry, and left a lasting mark on the sport.
The NFL has fined Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair more than $11,000 for wearing eye black bearing the name Hind Rajab, a Palestinian girl killed in Gaza. Al-Shaair has repeatedly worn messages to highlight Palestinian casualties, prompting public support and ongoing penalties from league officials.
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.
The NBA has pursued a Europe-wide venture, with plans for permanent teams in major cities and a 2027 launch. EuroLeague member clubs have rejected the NBA’s merger offer for a single Europe league. NBA and FIBA continue discussions, while Silver cites a path forward. The WNBA may send teams to Macao for preseason play.