Tag: nba
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Media Monitor: Wembanyama signs multi-year extension with San Antonio Spurs
France 24 reports Victor Wembanyama signed a five-year, $252 million contract extension with the San Antonio Spurs, committing his long-term future to the team after a standout season.
SportBusinessEconomyEmployment and LaborLegal Victor WembanyamaSan Antonio SpursNBAContract ExtensionBasketballNBA FinalsDefensive Player of the YearFrance 24
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Former NBA Players, Agent Charged in Sports Bribery and Illegal Betting Scheme
Six individuals, including former NBA players Malik Beasley and Edward Davis, and a current agent, face federal charges for allegedly bribing Beasley to manipulate game performance for illegal betting profits.
Politics and GovernmentSportLaw EnforcementLegalFederal GovernmentEconomy Malik BeasleyEdward DavisNBASports BriberyIllegal BettingMoney LaunderingMilwaukee BucksFBI
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Former NBA Players, Agent Charged in Extensive Sports Bribery and Illegal Betting Scheme
Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Edward Davis, along with a current agent and others, face charges for allegedly fixing NBA game performances for illegal betting profits. The scheme involved bribing Beasley to manipulate his stats for fraudulent wagers.
Law EnforcementSportPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal Government Malik BeasleyEdward DavisPaolo ZamoranoNBASports BriberyIllegal BettingFraudFBI
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Media Monitor: Giannis Antetokounmpo Traded to Miami Heat
USA TODAY reports that NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo has been traded to the Miami Heat, leaving the Milwaukee Bucks after delivering a championship in 2021.
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Media Monitor: Knicks Win NBA Title, Trump on Iran Deal, and Aldon Smith's Death Reported
USA TODAY reports the New York Knicks secured their first NBA title since 1973. The outlet also covers President Trump's expected Iran deal, the death of former NFL player Aldon Smith, and the rise of soccer in the U.S.
SportPolitics and GovernmentWorldHealthGeneral PoliticsMiddle EastSocial IssuesEconomyDigital and Print Publishing New York KnicksNBADonald TrumpIranAldon SmithSoccerWorkplace GriefUSA TODAY Daily Briefing
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Media Monitor: New York Knicks Secure NBA Championship
USA TODAY reports the New York Knicks have won the NBA championship, marking their first title in 53 seasons and third in franchise history after an epic playoff run.
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Media Monitor: Washington Post reports on Knicks' dramatic comeback
The Washington Post is reporting on the New York Knicks' dramatic comeback during a Wednesday night game, which sparked widespread excitement across the city.
SportSocial Issues KnicksNew YorkBasketballSportsComebackNBAWednesday nightThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: TIME Magazine Spotlights LeBron James' Impact on Modern Sports
TIME magazine is reporting on LeBron James' enduring influence and record-breaking career. The exclusive interview details how he redefined professional sports, even at 41.
SportMediaDigital and Print PublishingSocial Issues LeBron JamesNBAProfessional SportsAthleteInterviewTIME MagazineSean Gregory
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Media Monitor: Six States Hold Primaries, San Diego Shooting, Castro Indictment Among Top Stories
USA TODAY is reporting on a busy primary election day across six states, a fatal shooting at a San Diego mosque, and a potential indictment against Cuba's Raúl Castro.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSportHealthElectionGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomy ElectionsPrimariesDonald TrumpSan DiegoMosque ShootingRaúl CastroNBAUSA TODAY Daily Briefing
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Media Monitor: Poynter reports on journalism's future, plagiarism allegations, CBS News changes, and NBA MVP leak
Poynter highlights David Bauder's optimism for journalism, plagiarism allegations against Ross Barkan, anticipated changes at CBS News' "60 Minutes," and ESPN's Shams Charania breaking NBA MVP news.
MediaPolitics and GovernmentSportEntertainmentDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TVGeneral PoliticsEmployment and LaborLegalEducation JournalismMedia IndustryEthicsPlagiarismCBS NewsSaturday Night LiveNBAPoynter.org
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Media Monitor: Jason Collins, first openly gay NBA player, dies at 47
USA Today is reporting that Jason Collins, the first openly gay player in NBA history, has died at 47 after a battle with glioblastoma.
SportHealthMedical ScienceSocial Issues Jason CollinsNBAGlioblastomaDeathBasketballLGBTQ+SportsUSA TODAY
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Media Monitor: Jason Collins, NBA trailblazer, dies at 47
The Washington Post is reporting that Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay active player, has died at 47 from brain cancer. He announced his diagnosis in December 2025.
SportHealthMediaMedical ScienceSocial IssuesDigital and Print Publishing Jason CollinsNBABrain CancerLGBTQ+BasketballAthleteDeathThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: USA Today Reports Death of Grizzlies Forward Brandon Clarke
USA Today is reporting the death of Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke at age 29. Clarke played seven seasons in the NBA.
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