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In a high-stakes showdown at the FIBA World Cup, Australia is set to face off against co-hosts Japan in a do-or-die group game that will determine their fate in the tournament. The outcome of this crucial clash will decide which team advances to the second round, making it a must-win…

Photo: Los Angeles Lakers/Twitter In a recent interview, Warriors superstar Steph Curry revealed his dream starting five, raising eyebrows as he left out fellow four-time NBA champion, LeBron James. Curry’s star-studded lineup includes Shaquille O’Neal as center, Tim Duncan as power forward, and Kobe Bryant as small forward. Notably, Curry…

For three decades we’ve covered many amazing basketball characters, but some stand above the rest—not only because of their on-court skills (though those are always relevant), but because of how they influenced and continue to influence basketball culture, and thus influenced SLAM. Meanwhile, SLAM has also changed those players’ lives…

Photo: Atlanta Hawks/Twitter After Gilbert Arenas called the USA World Cup roster “A sorry a** group” while defending Trae Young (h/t EuroHoops.net), he then made some comments about how Young being with Adidas and not USAB’s Nike brand might have something to do with the snub. (via Gil’s Arena): “It’s…

Photo: zalgiris.lt Facing a packed Zalgirio Arena, Zalgiris Kaunas spent most of the game trailing against Crvena Zvezda. However, they showcased their brilliance when it mattered the most, orchestrating a comeback in the final period through impressive shooting. In the end, they secured their second win of the season with…

The NBA announced Thursday that 283 players have declared for the NBA draft; 247 players are from colleges, and 36 players are international. The NBA today announced that 283 players – 247 players from colleges and 36 international players – have filed as early entry candidates for NBA Draft 2022…