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Heat’s Bam Adebayo hopes to follow in Udonis Haslem’s footsteps and become ‘Mr. 305 2.0’

MIAMI — Forward Udonis Haslem was born in Miami, center Bam Adebayo wasn’t. But as the 25-year-old Adebayo prepares for his sixth season with the Miami Heat, he hopes to follow in Haslem’s footsteps as a leading community presence and voice in South Florida.

Miami Herald · Jul 31, 2022

Magic’s Banchero, T-Wolves’ McDaniels Drop 50 Points at Pro-Am

The young standouts stole the show in a contest that also featured a big game from Thunder rookie Chet Holmgren.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 31, 2022

What’s Next In The NBA For Utah State’s Neemias Queta?

Neemias Queta is gearing up for his second season in the NBA and could be primed for something big. The 7-footer from Portugal played three years at Utah State before he was drafted by the Sacramento Kings in 2021. In his debut season in the ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 31, 2022

The NBA’s tampering investigation involving James Harden and the 76ers, explained

The 76ers' new deal with James Harden might get them into some trouble.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 30, 2022

Watch: LaMelo Ball Reveals Number Change for Next Season

The Hornets star will be back in Charlotte this fall with a new look.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 30, 2022

76ers face NBA tampering probe after deals with former Rockets

Former Rockets James Harden, PJ Tucker, and Danuel House Jr. are suddenly back together with the 76ers, and the NBA is reportedly investigating how it all came to be.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 30, 2022

Southland College Prep alum Tim Barnes striving to give back

Barnes, now a successful pro basketball player in Europe, has donated money to benefit mental health and given his time to help his alma mater.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 30, 2022

Mark Cuban on Luka Doncic: ‘Top 1 or 2’

In a FULL SEND podcast, Cuban looked at Slovenian wunderkind's potential. When asked where he ranks Doncic among the best players in today's NBA, Cuban didn't take long to respond. "Top 1 or 2. He's a beast. He's so good and he's adding stuff to his ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 30, 2022

Luxury tax 2022-23: How much is each team projected to spend?

Last year, the NBA had its highest luxury tax distribution in league history. Seven teams finished over the luxury tax and combined for $481 million in luxury tax payments. The remaining 23 teams who finished below the luxury tax received $10.46 ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 30, 2022

‘You just feel like you’re a part of something’: How fan-powered communities are helping to grow the WNBA audience

CHICAGO — For many, fandom goes beyond a team or city. It’s an opportunity to build a community and find their people, often spilling into real life. And WNBA fans might be organizing exactly what the league needs to grow its audience.

Chicago Tribune · Jul 30, 2022