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Photo: Orlando Magic/X Jonathan Isaac, who had the guts and honor not to kneel during the National Anthem amid the Black Lives Matter protests, participated in consecutive games for the first time in almost four years, marking a noteworthy development from last week. “I felt good and I’ve just been…

The New York Knicks are exploring their whole depth chart to aid their 3-4 start to the new season. Coach Tom Thibodeau’s backcourt consists of play from Jalen Brunson, Immanuel Quickley, Derrick Rose, and their 2021 first-round pick Quentin Grimes, who made his season debut against the Atlanta Hawks Wednesday…

Stephon Marbury commented on LeBron James winning the Olympic MVP award, saying that while LeBron is considered the best by many, awarding him the MVP despite not deserving implies that his past achievements alone warrant such high honors. Marbury argued that LeBron did not earn the MVP award this time….

It’s been nine years, and there’s still something that doesn’t sit right with Maryland traveling to Iowa on a Wednesday night for a Big Ten matchup, bypassing longtime ACC rivals like Duke, North Carolina and Virginia. But conference realignment hasn’t only impacted the high majors; it’s had a ripple effect…

The Indiana Pacers have officially signed guard Kyle Mangas and forward Cameron McGriff to Exhibit 10 contracts. This announcement comes after both players showcased their potential during their time with the Pacers’ G League affiliate, the Indiana Mad Ants. Mangas, 25, has had a successful journey through international basketball leagues…

Photo: Chicago Bulls/Twitter The Brooklyn Nets are reportedly not inclined to pursue a trade for star guard Zach LaVine, according to sources cited by Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports. With only Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson under guaranteed contracts for the 2025 offseason, while LaVine is signed through at least…