Basketball

Why Shaquille O'Neal Stands By His Theory That the World Is Flat

Shaquille O’Neal stood by his 2017 comments about believing that the Earth is flat. See why the former NBA star thinks the planet is not round below.

August 26, 2022

Here's How Much LeBron James Is Getting Paid for 2-Year Extension With Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James just became the NBA’s all-time highest-paid player. Find out how much his two-year contract extension is worth below.

August 18, 2022

Brittney Griner’s Attorneys Speak Out After WNBA Star Is Sentenced to 9 Years in Russian Prison

After a Russian court found Brittney Griner guilty on drug charges and sentenced the WNBA star to 9 years in prison on Aug. 4, her attorneys are responding to the verdict.

August 4, 2022

WNBA's Brittney Griner Sentenced to 9 Years in Russian Prison on Drug Charges

A Russian court found WNBA star Brittney Griner guilty on drug charges. Find out more details about the Aug. 4 sentencing below.

August 4, 2022

NBA Legend Bill Russell Dead at 88

NBA superstar Bill Russell, who won 11 championships with the Boston Celtics and became the first black head coach of any North American sports team, died at the age of 88 on July 31.

July 31, 2022

Former NBA Player Adreian Payne's Cause of Death Revealed

Nearly three months after former NBA player Adreian Payne was fatally shot in Florida, his cause of death has been revealed.

July 28, 2022

Brittney Griner Sends Message to Wife Cherelle Amid Trial in Russia

As Brittney Griner returned to court in Russia, the WNBA star delivered a message to her wife Cherelle Griner in the United States.

July 26, 2022

Kardashian Kids Cheer on North West at Her Basketball Game

As North West showed off her skills on the basketball court, her mom Kim Kardashian and cousins True Thompson, Penelope Disick and Dream Kardashian cheered her on from the stands.

July 23, 2022

Vanessa Bryant Reacts to Klay Thompson's 2022 ESPYS Tribute to Kobe and Gianna Bryant

After accepting the 2022 ESPYS award for Best Comeback Athlete, NBA player Klay Thompson explained how much of an impact Kobe Bryant had on his life.

July 21, 2022

Steph and Ayesha Curry's Kids Are Red Carpet Champions at 2022 ESPYS

Before hosting the 2022 ESPYS, Golden State Warriors player Steph Curry stepped out onto the red carpet with his wife Ayesha Curry and two of their kids. See the family's night out with the stars.

July 20, 2022

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NBA Player Andrew Wiggins Shares Rare Glimpse Into His All-Star Life as a Girl Dad

In an exclusive interview with E! News, Golden State Warriors player Andrew Wiggins also shared why teammate Steph Curry will make a great 2022 ESPYS host.

July 20, 2022

Proof Kendall Jenner Remains Devin Booker's Biggest Cheerleader After Their Break Up

Kendall Jenner proved she’s on good terms with NBA player Devin Booker with a new Instagram Story. See how she’s supporting her ex-boyfriend online.

July 7, 2022

Brittney Griner’s Wife Cherelle Fears She’ll “Never” See the WNBA Star Again Amid Imprisonment

After WNBA star Brittney Griner—who has been in prison in Russia since February—wrote a heartbreaking letter to President Biden that was received on July 4, her wife Cherelle Griner is speaking out.

July 5, 2022

"Terrified" Brittney Griner Pens Open Letter to President Joe Biden From Russian Prison

WNBA star Brittney Griner, who has been imprisoned in Russia since February, wrote a letter to President Joe Biden. Read why the athlete is "terrified I might be here forever."

July 4, 2022

How Brittney Griner's Wife Cherelle Is Tirelessly Supporting Her Through Her Legal Ordeal in Russia

No one is more worried about WNBA star Brittney Griner, who's on trial in Russia on drug charges after being detained since February, than her wife Cherelle Griner.

July 2, 2022

Former Basketball Player Andrew Bogut Criticized for Apparent Kendall Jenner Dig

Several social media users criticized Andrew Bogut, who announced his retirement from basketball in 2020, for his tweet about Kendall Jenner following her split from Devin Booker.

June 29, 2022

Former NBA Star Caleb Swanigan Dead at 25

Purdue men’s basketball confirmed that former NBA star Caleb Swanigan died at the age of 25. Get details on the athlete’s cause of death below.

June 21, 2022

Brittney Griner's Wife Cherelle "Very Pissed" After She's Unable to Reach WNBA Star on Their Anniversary

Brittney Griner, who is currently detained in Russia, and her wife Cherelle could not celebrate their fourth anniversary June 18 through a scheduled phone call because the Embassy was not staffed.

June 21, 2022

Iman Shumpert Recalls Relationship Drama Between Ex-Teammate Tristan Thompson and Khloe Kardashian

During a Watch What Happens Live appearance, Iman Shumpert shared if Tristan Thompson and Khloe Kardashian’s relationship had an effect on the Cleveland Cavaliers basketball team.

June 20, 2022

Tom Brady, Steph Curry and More Athletes Who Keep Winning the Fatherhood Game

From NASCAR driver Kyle Busch and Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, to MLB player Freddie Freeman and soccer stud Cristiano Ronaldo, these professional athletes define cool dad.

June 19, 2022

Stephen Curry's Son Cuddles Up to Dad as They Celebrate His NBA Finals Win

After Stephen Curry clinched his fourth NBA championship, his wife Ayesha Curry snapped the sweetest photo of the MVP with his son Canon showing off his trophies.

June 18, 2022

Blue Ivy Carter Channels Mom Beyoncé During Rare Public Appearance With Dad Jay-Z at NBA Game

Hold up, you need to see these adorable photos of Blue Ivy Carter and Jay-Z at game five of the NBA finals between the Golden State Warriors and Boston Celtics.

June 14, 2022

NBA Star Draymond Green’s Wife Hazel Fires Back at Celtics Fans for Their "F--k You" Chants

Following the Warrior’s 100-116 loss to the Celtics on June 8, Draymond Green’s wife Hazel Renee called out the Boston fans for their “disgusting” chants toward her husband.

June 9, 2022

Bruce Willis Plays Basketball in RARE Video After Aphasia Diagnosis

Bruce Willis' wife Emma Heming shares a rare video of the actor playing basketball with friends, nearly two months after the news of his aphasia diagnosis.

May 24, 2022