Basketball

The National Basketball Association (NBA), founded in 1946 as the Basketball Association of America before merging with the National Basketball League in 1949, is the premier professional basketball league in North America. The league currently features 30 teams, including historic franchises like the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers, and has showcased legendary players such as Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Kobe Bryant. The NBA has been pivotal in popularizing basketball globally through landmark events like the 1992 "Dream Team" Olympic appearance and ongoing international outreach programs. Beyond the court, the NBA influences culture through high-profile collaborations like the Nike Air Jordan line, launched in 1985 with Michael Jordan, and recent partnerships with streetwear brands such as Supreme and Off-White. The league’s digital presence, including NBA League Pass and social media channels, drives fan engagement worldwide, while initiatives like NBA Cares support community development. Complex covers the NBA’s evolving narratives, from draft day prospects and playoff battles to sneaker releases and player activism, highlighting its impact on sports and culture.

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Michael Porter Jr. Addresses Viral Photos with Transgender Model
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Michael Porter Jr. Breaks Silence on Viral Transgender Model Photo

The Brooklyn Nets forward reveals how an Instagram message, Google Translate and a brief Taiwan meetup sparked years of online speculation.

Ex-76ers Rookie of the Year Michael Carter-Williams Has a New Career
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Former NBA Rookie of the Year Michael Carter-Williams Takes Over Agency’s Basketball Division

The 2014 NBA Rookie of the Year will use lessons from a nine-season career to mentor NBA and college NIL clients at Brunswick Sports Management.

Julius Erving Challenges LeBron James to Deliver for Sixers: ‘Not With Lip Service’
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Julius Erving Challenges LeBron James’ Sixers to Deliver: ‘Not With Lip Service’

Dr. J sees championship potential in Philadelphia’s revamped roster — but says talent and hype mean nothing until the Sixers prove it on the court.

Enes Kanter Freedom Reveals Private Texts from 'American Hero' Sophie Cunningham
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Enes Kanter Freedom Reveals What ‘American Hero’ Sophie Cunningham Texted Him After Ejection

Freedom says the Indiana Fever guard asked one simple question after he was removed from the Chicago Sky game — and he has now shared his response.

Pablo Torre Unveils Magic Johnson's 'Shady' $350M Deal
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Pablo Torre Raises Questions About Magic Johnson's $350M Deal

The EquiTrust loan to a Mark Walter-controlled company is drawing fresh scrutiny, though Magic Johnson has not been accused of wrongdoing.

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Chicago Sky Owner Responds to Enes Kanter Freedom's Federal Lawsuit: 'Meritless and Frivolous'
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Chicago Sky Owner Fires Back at Enes Kanter Freedom Lawsuit: ‘Meritless and Frivolous’

Michael Alter says arena security acted only after Freedom confronted Natasha Cloud and stepped toward the court—not because of his shirt.

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Announces Retirement at the End of 2026
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WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Retiring After Years of Clashes With Players

The former Deloitte CEO will exit at the end of 2026, leaving behind record WNBA growth, a $3 billion media deal and a fractured relationship with players.

Enes Kanter Freedom Sues Chicago Sky for Violating His Rights
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Enes Kanter Freedom Takes His WNBA Fight to Federal Court With Chicago Sky Lawsuit

The former NBA center claims his ejection and ban from WNBA games at Wintrust Arena violated his First Amendment rights — but the Sky tells a sharply different story.

Shaq Shows Off Glittery Pink Toenail Polish: 'Get Your Man Some of These'
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Shaq Shows Off Glittery Pink Pedicure While Bringing Back Open-Toe Sandals

The NBA icon modeled tan huarache sandals on Instagram and jokingly urged women to buy a pair for their partners — or break up with them.

Naomi Osaka Channeled Allen Iverson at US Open Debut
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Naomi Osaka Channels Allen Iverson With Headband and Arm Sleeves at US Open

The tennis star honored an NBA fashion trailblazer with a basketball-inspired look, then survived two tiebreaks to advance at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

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Ja Morant Sells Memphis Mansion for $3.2M Following Trailblazers Move
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Ja Morant Sells $3.2M Memphis Mansion After Trade to Trail Blazers

The former Grizzlies star has parted with his sprawling 13,000-square-foot estate, complete with a private lake, theater, salon and six-car garage.

Enes Kanter Freedom Says He'll Stop His WNBA Bid Under One Condition
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Enes Kanter Freedom Says He'll Drop His WNBA Bid—But Only Under One Condition

The former NBA center wants the WNBA to rewrite its eligibility language, even as league sources say he cannot enter the 2027 draft.

Royce White is Still Stunt-Queening in a Blonde Wig at WNBA Games
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Royce White Shows Up to WNBA Game in Blonde Wig After Being Deemed Ineligible for Draft

The former NBA player took his 'Queen Roysha' act courtside days after league sources dismissed his 2027 WNBA draft claim as a publicity stunt.

Caitlin Clark Has a Taylor Swift-Gifted Friendship Bracelet, Because of Course She Does
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Caitlin Clark Just Took Swiftie Friendship Bracelets to Another Level

Clark's new Nike Caitlin 1 turns the Eras Tour's friendship-bracelet tradition into a beaded nod to her longtime Swiftie fandom.

Spurs Star Dylan Harper’s Mom Wants to Coach the Philippine National Team
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Spurs Star Dylan Harper’s Mom Eyes Philippine National Team Coaching Job

Maria Harper says she has 'one more itch' to scratch — and her Philippine roots could shape the next chapter of her 30-year coaching career.

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LeBron James Wishes Wife Savannah a Happy Birthday
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LeBron James Celebrates Savannah’s 40th: ‘Happy Birthday My Queen!’

LeBron’s affectionate post spotlights the enduring bond he and Savannah built long before NBA championships, MVP awards, and global fame.

WNBA Announcers Accused of Trying to Embarrass Caitlin Clark with 'Statpadding' Accusation
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Former ESPN Broadcaster Accused of Double Standard After Caitlin Clark 'Stat Padding' Jab

Cindy Brunson questioned Clark's 37-point, 10-assist night, but her praise for Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese sparked backlash from WNBA fans.

Steph Curry Documentary Coming to IMAX Theaters in October
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Steph Curry’s Record-Breaking Shot Is Headed to the Biggest Screen Possible

The Religion of Sports film will unpack the work behind the shot that rewired basketball — and made Curry the NBA’s undisputed three-point king.

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