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College basketball player collapses and dies after workout
Kaiden Francis was a freshman basketball player from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and had recently passed multiple health screenings.Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago -
Is Cooper Flagg already the best player in men’s college basketball?
After a lot of number-crunching -- and debate for the No. 1 spot -- these are the names to watch this season.Sports - ESPN - October 30 -
Standouts from the updated women's basketball recruiting player rankings
As high school basketball begins, these are the players to watch from ESPN's updated 2025, 2026 and 2027 rankings. Plus, freshmen to keep an eye on.Sports - ESPN - October 30 -
This Goggle-Wearing Basketball Player Is So Much More Than a Viral Sensation
With nicknames such as “Cream Abdul-Jabbar” and “Larry Blurred,” Robbie Avila is a fan favorite. He also knows image isn’t everything.Sports - The New York Times - November 6 -
Auburn men's basketball team plane diverted after fight between players
Meregrass Flight 681 took off from Auburn University Regional Airport at 2:40 p.m. on Friday, but returned after less than an hour later.Top stories - CBS News - November 9 -
Auburn basketball players' flight diverted after mid-air fight
A chartered jet carrying the Auburn University men's basketball team was forced to turn around after the pilot reported that two players had gotten into a fight. The Tigers were set to play the ...Top stories - CBS News - November 9 -
Flight carrying Auburn men's basketball team grounded after scuffle between players
AUBURN, Ala. — A flight carrying the No. 11 Auburn basketball team was grounded shortly after takeoff on Friday after two players got into a fight onboard, according to multiple reports.Top stories - NBC News - November 10 -
Adidas signs first NIL deal with girls' high school basketball player
Adidas has signed high school basketball phenom Kaleena Smith.Business - CNBC - November 14 -
Jalen Warley is first Virginia basketball player to hit transfer portal after Tony Bennett's abrupt retirement
Warley plans to redshirt the season and save his last year of eligibility.Sports - CBS Sports - October 29 -
College basketball's breakout stars: Duke's Caleb Foster, UNC's Elliot Cadeau among players with potential
Here are eight players that can emerge as stars during the 2024-25 college basketball seasonSports - CBS Sports - October 29 -
Trainer Bob Baffert's horses finish 1-2 in $2 million Juvenile in Breeders' Cup at Del Mar
Citizen Bull has won the $2 million Breeders' Cup Juvenile by 1 1/2 lengths at Del MarSports - ABC News - November 1 -
College basketball rankings: Breaking down the top five players at every position entering the 2024-25 season
Alabama's Mark Sears, Duke's Cooper Flagg both check in at the top of their position groupsSports - CBS Sports - November 2 -
Kelsey Plum jersey retirement: Guard will be first Washington Huskies women's basketball player to earn honor
Plum's jersey will be retired on Jan. 18 when the Huskies take on PurdueSports - CBS Sports - November 2 -
Washington retiring Kelsey Plum's jersey; first women's basketball player to receive honor in school history
Kelsey Plum led the Huskies' women's basketball team to its first Final Four appearance and led the nation in scoring as a senior.Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 1 -
Fantasy Basketball Week 3 Start/Sit: Is Gradey Dick here to stay, plus more players to get into your lineups
Gradey Dick has been outstanding for the RaptorsSports - CBS Sports - November 4 -
Flight carrying No. 11 Auburn basketball team grounded after scuffle between players
A flight carrying the No. 11 Auburn men's basketball team was grounded shortly after takeoff on Friday after two players got into a fight onboard, according to multiple reportsSports - ABC News - November 9 -
Flight carrying No 11 Auburn basketball team grounded after fight between players
Auburn fight forces flight to turn back after takeoff No 11 Tigers slated to face No 4 Houston on Saturday A flight carrying the No 11 Auburn basketball team was grounded shortly after takeoff ...World - The Guardian - November 9 -
College basketball rankings: Auburn tops Houston a day after Tiger players fight on team plane
Auburn is No. 3 in the Top 25 And 1 after its upset of the Cougars despite being without two players who got in a fight on the team planeSports - CBS Sports - November 10 -
Former NBA player Kyle Singler sparks concern in basketball world after troubling video
Former NBA player and Duke University basketball star Kyle Singler said he "fear[s] for my life every day" in an Instagram video he posted Tuesday, sparking support from the basketball community.Top stories - NBC News - November 13 -
NBA Fantasy Basketball: Cam Reddish among players on the rise after earning a significant role, more
Also, find out why Bilal Coulibaly looks like a reliable force for the WizardsSports - CBS Sports - November 13 -
Kaleena Smith becomes first high school women's basketball player to sign NIL deal with Adidas
Smith, a five-star recruit from Ontario Christian, is Adidas' first signing under Candace ParkerSports - CBS Sports - November 14 -
College basketball rankings: Arkansas' John Calipari has four sons of players he coached at Memphis on roster
Sons of players Calipari coached at Memphis scored 46 points in the Razorbacks' 91-72 win vs. Pacific on MondaySports - CBS Sports - 4 days ago -
Unrivaled basketball league: Full rosters, list of players participating, head coaches, teams, 'wildcards'
The rosters for the six teams were revealed on Wednesday with a pair of 'wildcard' players still to be announcedSports - CBS Sports - 3 days ago -
From Deep: How Scottie Barnes' return will impact 3 key players in fantasy basketball
Scottie Barnes' injury absence has allowed three Raptors players to shine. Fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus reveals what you should do with them now that Barnes is about to take the court again.Sports - Yahoo Sports - 2 days ago -
Report: Former Temple men's basketball player the subject of a federal points-shaving investigation
Temple games were flagged for unusual wagering activity at the end of the 2023-24 season.Sports - Yahoo Sports - 2 days ago -
How Important Is Player Height in Soccer?
The sport increasingly suits tall players, but the best teams are benefitting from smaller technicians.Sports - The New York Times - October 25 -
Sources: Players seeking trade to Commanders
Some players have privately stated or told their agents that they want to be traded to the Commanders, sources told ESPN.Sports - ESPN - November 3 -
The Best M.L.B. Player at Each Position
The Dodgers, Yankees and Guardians were the only clubs with two players selected by our expert.Sports - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Ex-Morocco, Marseille player Barrada dies at 35
Former Marseille midfielder Abdelaziz Barrada has died at the age of 35, the club said on Thursday, with the Moroccan federation (FRMF) describing his death as a "great tragedy."Sports - ESPN - October 25 -
United players 'not happy' after Fenerbahce draw
Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana has branded their 1-1 draw with Fenerbahce in the Europa League "a big disappointment."Sports - ESPN - October 25 -
The 11 N.B.A. Players Poised for Breakout Seasons
This feels like the year we might get a full campaign of peak Zion Williamson, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Sports - The New York Times - October 26 -
'The best in England' - Stokes backs batters after defeat
Captain Ben Stokes backs his batters after another collapse condemns England to series defeat in Pakistan.Top stories - BBC News - October 26 -
Judge, Ohtani top Players Choice Award winners
Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge and Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani headline MLB's Players Choice Awards winners.Sports - ESPN - October 26 -
Vinícius slams racist 'criminals' in Clásico loss
Vinícius Júnior has condemned racist insults aimed at Barcelona's players by fans during El Clásico as "terrible" after LaLiga said it was reporting the incident to police and hate crime prosecutors.Sports - ESPN - October 28 -
A look at Phillies' free agents and arbitration players
Breaking down the Phillies' free agents and arbitration-eligible players this offseason.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 28 -
Wenger to host FIFA player welfare, burnout panel
FIFA is ready to host talks led by Arsène Wenger on improving player welfare that could weigh limiting the number of games played in a congested calendar and mandating off-season breaks.Sports - ESPN - October 29 -
Rodri's success is win for team players and unsung heroes
Attackers have dominated the award, but Rodri showed what is possible for players in less glamorous positions.Sports - ESPN - October 29