Lawrence Moten, a Syracuse basketball icon, has passed away at 53.
Lawrence Morten, a celebrated former Syracuse basketball player, has died at the age of 53. Morten, the leading scorer in Syracuse history with a remarkable 2,334 points, was discovered deceased in his home in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, according to several reports. “Today is a tragic day for the Syracuse basketball family,” said Jim Boeheim, […]
Inside the story of a NYC basketball star’s decline from hero to facing accusations of pushing a police officer onto subway tracks: ‘It just became grim’
Aaron Walker Jr., a former standout basketball player, has recently made headlines after shoving an off-duty NYPD officer in a subway incident. Once celebrated as a promising athlete at Cardozo High School, the 28-year-old seems to have taken a tragic turn as he now grapples with a troubled past. Walker, who was renowned for his […]
Nets look forward to the new Brooklyn Basketball Training Center attracting more young fans
The Nets are gearing up for a season where losing might actually be part of the strategy, aiming for better draft picks. It sounds odd, but in this case, it seems quite logical. At least, that’s the plan for now. This approach is evident as they focus on the long term, featuring young players on […]
Tyrese Haliburton honors ‘the first lady of Indiana basketball’ following Nancy Leonard’s passing at 93
Nancy Leonard Remembered for Impact on Indiana Basketball Nancy Leonard, often referred to as the “first lady of Indiana basketball,” passed away on Wednesday at the age of 93, leaving a profound legacy in the world of basketball. Tyrese Halliburton, the star guard for the Indiana Pacers, expressed his admiration, saying, “Before every game, I […]
Sister Jean steps down as chaplain for Loyola Chicago’s basketball team at age 106
Sister Jean Retires from Official Duties at 106 Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, a treasured figure at Loyola Chicago, has retired from her official roles due to health issues, according to the university’s student newspaper. She has been an integral part of the college basketball scene since being appointed team pastor in 1994. This decision comes […]
Sister Jean steps down as chaplain for the Loyola Chicago basketball team at age 106
Sister Jean Retires from Official Duties at Loyola Chicago Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, the beloved figure in Loyola Chicago’s basketball community, has officially announced her retirement due to health concerns. She celebrated her 106th birthday just weeks ago and had been serving as the team’s pastor since 1994. Her contributions to college basketball over the […]
The USA Women’s Basketball team just made the ideal choice
Kara Lawson Appointed Head Coach of US Women’s Basketball National Team Kara Lawson has been announced as the new head coach of the US Women’s Basketball National Team, as confirmed by US Basketball on Wednesday. She will coach the team at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, where she aims to add to her impressive […]
Luka Doncic willing to return to Real Madrid to finish his professional basketball career
Luka Doncic has hinted that he might want to wrap up his basketball career where it all started. This week, the 26-year-old mentioned in an interview with the Wall Street Journal that he is open to the notion of returning to Real Madrid once he’s done with the NBA. While Doncic isn’t sure if that […]
Five men’s college basketball teams that might reach the Final Four for the first time in twenty years
Countdown to the 2025-26 College Basketball Season We’re now less than 50 days away from kicking off the 2025-26 boys’ college basketball season. There’s a kind of hopeful buzz among fans of various popular teams. For some, there’s a genuine belief that next March could be the moment their team breaks through, reaching the final […]
Basketball community remembers the late former Syracuse player Tiana Mangakahia
Tiana Mangakahia, Syracuse Basketball Star, Dies at 30 Family members announced on Friday that Tiana Mangakahia, renowned for her time on the Syracuse women’s basketball team, has passed away at the age of 30. After her college career, she went on to play professionally in various countries, including Russia, France, and Australia. The family expressed […]