NBA Salary Cap Gets A $2 Million Bump, And Star Paychecks Are Rising

NBA Salary Cap Gets A $2 Million Bump, And Star Paychecks Are Rising

Knicks say they are pausing contract negotiations and will focus solely on preparing for the season

NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Knicks are focused on their NBA title defense now and will worry about contract negotiations later.

NBA, FIBA reiterate plan for new Europe league whether EuroLeague merger happens or not

LONDON (AP) — The NBA was pressing ahead with plans to launch a new European basketball league, saying on Thursday the current model was seriously undervalued.

NBA star Gilgeous-Alexander takes stake in Spanish soccer giant Atletico Madrid

MADRID (AP) — NBA champion Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has joined the ownership group at Atletico Madrid, the Spanish top-flight club said Friday.

The WNBA set an attendance record. What new heights can the league reach?

Experts say the WNBA could play more games in larger venues as it surges in popularity, thanks to the rise of star players, new teams and a wave of interest in women's sports more broadly.

LeBron James has a strong start in his first game with the 76ers and expects things to get better

NEW YORK (AP) — LeBron James knew Thursday night was going to feel different, playing in a game for the Philadelphia 76ers for the first time.

Bucks entering uncertain new era as they adjust to life without Giannis Antetokounmpo

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Tyler Herro understands the skepticism surrounding the Milwaukee Bucks now that they’ve traded away Giannis Antetokounmpo, the two-time MVP who led the franchise to its first title in half a century.

NBA superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander joins Atletico Madrid ownership group

NBA sensation Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has officially expanded his portfolio into European football by joining the ownership group at Atletico Madrid. The Oklahoma City Thunder star, widely regarded as one of the finest basketball players on the planet, brings a championship-winning pedigree to the Wanda Metropolitano.

Heat center Bam Adebayo kept the secret that A'ja Wilson was the WNBA's MVP again

MIAMI (AP) — A'ja Wilson found out Thursday that she was the WNBA's Most Valuable Player.

Trail Blazers owner says he intends to bring a championship to Portland

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — New Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon told season ticket holders that he intends to bring a championship to Portland.

MLB proposes shortening regular season to 154 games in 2029, expanding Division Series to best-of-7

NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball proposed to shorten the regular season to 154 games from 162 starting in 2029 and to expand the Division Series to best-of-seven in a plan given to players during collective bargaining Thursday.

Bayern Munich face prospect of teenage goalkeeper Leonard Prescott leaving for nothing amid renewal impasse

Bayern Munich are battling to resolve a contract standoff with teenage goalkeeper Leonard Prescott before his deal runs down in 2027. The German giants are desperate to avoid losing the 17-year-old on a free transfer but face serious resistance as rival suitors circle the shot-stopper over a lack of clear first-team pathways in Bavaria.

Down 2-0 to Valkyries in WNBA semifinals, defending champion Aces face elimination at home

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Becky Hammon is blunt and brutally honest.

Bayern Munich ready to smash their own transfer rules to keep Michael Olise

Michael Olise's sparkling form for the France national team has reportedly forced Bayern Munich into a major contract concession. The German club are prepared to break from tradition by inserting a €200 million release clause into his new deal to fend off interest from Real Madrid.

A Syracuse legend takes the reins: Gerry McNamara vows to restore the Orange to 'national relevance'

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The basketball buzz is clearly back in Syracuse, thanks to a familiar face.

Burton's 3-pointer with 41 seconds left helps send Valkyries past Aces 83-81 for 2-0 semifinals lead

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Veronica Burton hit a deep 3-pointer that put Golden State ahead with 41 seconds left and converted two free throws in the closing seconds, Tiffany Hayes had 21 points, and the Valkyries held off the Las Vegas Aces 83-81 on Wednesday night for a 2-0 lead in the best-of-five WNBA semifinal series.

Hilllmon's late bucket, Reese heroics lead Dream to an OT win over Liberty

ATLANTA (AP) — Angel Reese scored 23 points, Naz Hillmon made the go-ahead layup with 20.8 seconds left in overtime and the Atlanta Dream beat the New York Liberty 101-98 on Wednesday night to take a 2-0 lead in the WNBA semifinals.

Erling Haaland transfer talk & Elliot Anderson ‘guarantees’ - Man City legend Paul Dickov assesses the impact of 115-charge FFP case on Enzo Maresca’s squad

“Nobody knows” whether the likes of Erling Haaland will be giving thought to a transfer away from Manchester City, Paul Dickov has admitted to GOAL, while Elliot Anderson and Enzo Fernandez will have been given “guarantees”. The Premier League giants find themselves at the centre of a Financial Fair Play (FFP) storm that sees 115 charges hanging over the Etihad Stadium.

Dream look to clinch semifinals against New York

Atlanta Dream (30-14, 15-5 Eastern Conference) at New York Liberty (26-18, 13-7 Eastern Conference)

Liverpool's £59.5m 'rescue clause' masterstroke leaves Arsenal, Chelsea and Real Madrid trailing in Jarell Quansah transfer battle

A strategic £59.5 million rescue clause has firmly placed Liverpool in the driving seat to re-sign Bayer Leverkusen defender Jarell Quansah. Arsenal, Chelsea, and Real Madrid are all actively circling the England international, but the Merseyside club's incredible contractual foresight could ultimately ruin their rivals' ambitious transfer plans for next summer.

MLS commissioner Don Garber urges Harry Kane to follow Lionel Messi to America as 'dream' transfer target

Major League Soccer (MLS) commissioner Don Garber has welcomed the prospect of Harry Kane moving to the United States. Following the Bayern Munich striker's admission that he would consider an American transfer, Garber believes landing the England captain would fulfil a long-term dream for the competition.