Brittney Griner in U.S. Custody After Successful Prisoner Swap

Photo: Detroit Pistons/Twitter On the latest episode of Gil’s Arena, Rashad McCants discussed the lack of communication he received from head coach Dwane Casey as a rookie for the Minnesota Timberwolves in 2005-06. (via Gil’s Arena): Josiah Johnson: “Was he communicating with you?” McCants: “Oh, hell no. He was at…

Game 1 in TD Garden between the Boston Celtics and Brooklyn Nets ended in a thrilling fashion, with Jayson Tatum hitting a game-winner to put the Celtics up 1-0 against the Nets. Tatum’s veteran teammate Marcus Smart gave high praise to his squad’s work ethic over the season leading up…

Photo: Philadelphia 76ers/Twitter As the drama surrounding James Harden’s trade request continues, the former MVP was conspicuously absent from the 76ers’ Media Day. Harden’s desire for a trade to the Clippers was well-documented this summer, but as the preseason kicks off, no deal has materialized. The rift between Harden and…

Arkansas guard Boogie Fland has announced via Instagram that he will declare for the 2025 NBA Draft. While Fland, who recently completed his freshman season with the Razorbacks, has the option to test the waters and still retain his NCAA eligibility, his statement does not reference any intention to return…

MANILA (Philippines) – The 16-team field for the Second Round of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 was confirmed on Wednesday, with six teams claiming the last remaining slots on the final day of First Round action. Brazil, Georgia, Greece, Puerto Rico, Serbia and Slovenia all moved into the second group stage…

Photo: Peter Baba The Miami Heat will wait patiently to see if veteran guard Damian Lillard decides to seek a trade from the Portland Trail Blazers this offseason, sources tell Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald.  “Damian Lillard’s decision to give the Portland Trail Blazers more time to improve their…