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Photo: New Orleans Pelicans/Twitter Mexico’s aspirations of giving Lithuania a competitive challenge were swiftly dashed within the initial 10 minutes of play at the Mall of Asia Arena. In a decisive move, Lithuania amassed 32 points during the first quarter, propelling them to a comfortable 96-66 victory. Securing their passage…

Photo: Associated Press The Lakers are not done making offers for Kyrie Irving. Even though it was reported that the 30-year-old point guard is prepared to stay in Brooklyn, he is still wanted by Los Angeles. According to Jovan Buha of The Athletic, the Lakers are expected to step up…

Photo: Los Angeles Lakers/Twitter In an astounding financial trajectory, LeBron James, having celebrated the milestone of $1 billion just a few years ago, is now edging closer to the $2 billion mark, marking another monumental achievement in his career. According to a report by Kurt Badenhausen of Sportico, James’ off-court…

Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson worked extremely hard following his short stint at Duke University to show the world who he really is (just signed a five-year, $150MM extension). (via atlhawksfans): Lauren L. Williams: “If you could describe this moment to yourself 5 years ago about what it’s all going…

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Historian Claude Johnson has spent more than two decades researching and honoring the history of some of the game’s more revolutionary pioneers. Following the racial integration of professional leagues in the 1950s, dozens of African American teams, which were often called “fives,” were founded. In his new book, THE BLACK…