Watch the Heartwarming Moment When This Young Basketball Player Meets Her Role Model, Angel Reese
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In a video shared to TikTok, an Atlanta mom pulled off the ultimate surprise for her daughter, Angel Reese—a young basketball player who shares both the name and passion of Chicago Sky’s rookie sensation, Angel Reese. The surprise? Tickets to meet the Chi-town Barbie in person at a game.
Kevin Durant Surpasses Lisa Leslie for All-Time Leading Scorer Record in U.S. Olympic Basketball
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P.G. County’s finest! Kevin Durant made Olympic history this week during Team USA’s game against Brazil in the 2024 Paris Olympics quarterfinals, Sports Illustrated reports. Durant scored 11 points in Team USA’s 122-87 victory over Brazil for a career total of 494 points, becoming the all-time U.S. leading scorer in Olympic games for men’s or […]
South Sudan, Youngest Country in the World, Wins First-Ever Olympic Basketball Game
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The South got something to say! South Sudan officially declared independence after decades of civil war just 13 years ago. Still, despite being the youngest country in the world, they’re showing up in a big way, playing in its first Olympics ever after qualifying as Africa’s top finisher in the World Cup last year, AP […]
Barack Obama Recreates Hilarious Key & Peele Skit With Team USA
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He’s got jokes! Jordan Peele and Keegan-Michael Key made a name for themselves with their hit comedy series Key & Peele. Running for five seasons on Comedy Central, the show featured hilarious sketch comedy moments, the most memorable of these being a recreation of President Barack Obama’s Team USA meet-up while in office, Complex reports. […]
Jayson Tatum Shares Electrifying Moment With His Mother After NBA Finals Win
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A proud mama moment! After winning the NBA Championship with the Boston Celtics on Monday against the Dallas Mavericks, basketball star Jayson Tatum shared a heartfelt post-game embrace with his mother, Brandy Cole.
Jaylen Brown Wins Bill Russell Trophy as 2024 NBA Finals MVP
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Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown received the 2024 Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP award following the team’s NBA championship victory on Monday night against the Dallas Mavericks.
5 Moments That Solidify Candace Parker’s GOAT Status in the WNBA
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Parker, who began her career in 2008, announced her retirement from the WNBA on April 28th. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Candace Parker (@candaceparker) Candace Parker’s recent retirement announcement left a bittersweet taste in the mouths of WNBA fans everywhere. But while her playing days may be over, her legacy as […]
LeBron James’ Son, Bronny James, Enters 2024 NBA Draft
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The 2024 NBA Draft introduces a fresh top contender! Bronny James, the son of NBA superstar LeBron James, has announced his entry into the 2024 NBA Draft while preserving his college eligibility, making the declaration via social media.
4yo Basketball Coach Is This NC High School Team’s Secret Weapon
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He may be small, he may not know how to tie his shoes, but come game day at Tarboro High School in North Carolina, this toddler is commanding respect on the court. Christopher, who is just 4 years old, has earned the nickname “Lil Coach Bess” or “Coach CB” because he’s always right beside his […]
Kevin Durant Honors His Mother Wanda With New KD 16 Sneaker
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Kevin Durant is showing some love to his mother, Wanda Durant, through his new Nike sneaker release. We are getting the first look at the Nike KD 16 that is dedicated to the basketball star’s mom. The “Wanda” KD 16 features a mint green colorway — which is a nod to Wanda’s favorite color. According […]