Novak Djokovic leads tennis community in mourning 'mentor' Kobe Bryant, the Black Mamba of NBA
Novak Djokovic leads tennis community in mourning for "mentor" Kobe Bryant.
Jan 27, 2020, 12:29 PM IST
Kobe Bryant: The Black Mamba of NBA and basketball
Nicknamed the `Black Mamba,` he won NBA championships with the Lakers in 2000, 2001, 2002, 2009 and 2010. Won the NBA Most Valuable Player award in 2008, and was named to the NBA All-Star team 18 times. He won Olympic gold medals with the United States in 2008 and 2012.
Jan 27, 2020, 12:14 PM IST
NBA Commissioner Emeritus David Stern dies aged 77
Stern was the longest-serving commissioner of the NBA, standing at the helm for 30 years before retiring in February 2014.
Jan 02, 2020, 17:04 PM IST
JioTV to telecast first-ever NBA Games taking place in India live
The first match played between Indiana Pacers and Sacramento Kings in Mumbai on October 4 was broadcast live from 7:00 p.m. for the millions of NBA fans in India. The second match will also be available live on the JioTV app to watch on October 5 from 7 pm.
Oct 05, 2019, 20:09 PM IST
Indiana Pacers pip Sacramento Kings in India's NBA debut
The lasting image of the first-ever NBA Games in India was cagers of Sacramento Kings and Indiana Pacers dancing to the tune of bhangra during timeouts, and over 3,000 kids from the Reliance Foundation cheering them on.
Oct 05, 2019, 12:21 PM IST
Tristan Thompson addresses his 'wrong-doings', defends Khloe Kardashian
In a separate tweet, the 28-year-old player also clarified his relationship status when he met Kardashian, which recently came under scrutiny after Craig addressed rumours that Thompson cheated on her while she was pregnant with Prince.
Aug 01, 2019, 20:58 PM IST
Nike signs basketball star Zion Williamson to its Jordan brand
Williamson is the reigning college basketball player of the year and dominated in his only season at Duke University.
Jul 24, 2019, 00:48 AM IST
Toronto Raptors two-million strong NBA victory bash marred by shooting
The Canadian musician Drake, one of the team`s most prominent and outspoken fans, earned a place on one of the buses.
Jun 18, 2019, 10:12 AM IST
NBA: Dino-mite! Raptors win Canada''s first NBA championship
The Toronto Raptors delivered Canada its first NBA title with a 114-110 victory over the two-time defending champion Golden State Warriors on Thursday that set off a country-wide celebration.
Jun 14, 2019, 11:31 AM IST
Former NBA star Dennis Rodman arrives in Singapore for Donald Trump-Kim Jong summit
Former U.S. National Basketball Association star Dennis Rodman arrived in Singapore late on Monday for a summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, saying he was "excited to be part of it".
Jun 12, 2018, 09:15 AM IST
King Lebron James rules the court in heroic Game One defeat
LeBron James said the fact that his 51-point performance in Game One of the NBA on Thursday ended with a Cleveland Cavaliers loss underscores just how difficult it will be to dethrone the defending champion Golden State Warriors.
Jun 01, 2018, 13:39 PM IST
NBA Academy India to host Basketball Without Borders Asia 2018
The NBA Academy in Delhi will host Basketball Without Borders (BWB) Asia 2018, it was announced on Friday.
May 11, 2018, 17:33 PM IST
Two teams to represent India at Jr NBA World Championship
The National Basketball Association (NBA) on Wednesday announced that a team each from Delhi (boys) and Bengaluru (girls) will represent India.
May 02, 2018, 15:41 PM IST
NBA: LeBron James breaks Michael Jordan`s double-digit record
LeBron James continued his assault on the NBA record book, passing Michael Jordan for consecutive games with at least 10 points in the Cleveland Cavaliers 107-102 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday.
Mar 31, 2018, 11:27 AM IST
NBA star Kobe Bryant wins Oscar for animated short film 'Dear Basketball'
Retired basketball star Kobe Bryant has won five NBA titles, but taking home an Oscar on his first attempt was a bigger thrill than the victories earned with the Los Angeles Lakers, the 39-year-old future Hall of Famer said on Sunday.
Mar 05, 2018, 22:06 PM IST
NBA: Houston Rockets beat Boston Celtics for 15th straight win
James Harden scored 26 points and Eric Gordon scored 29 off the bench as the Houston Rockets stretched their winning streak to a season-high 15 games with a 123-120 win over the Boston Celtics.
Mar 04, 2018, 19:25 PM IST
Manchester United's Romelu Lukaku suggests Premier League All-Star match
"Don't you guys think we should organize one in the Premier League." Lukaku said.
Feb 27, 2018, 13:47 PM IST
NBA to bring pre-season game to India soon
National Basketball Association (NBA) is planning to bring a pre-season game to India in an effort to tap the growing market for the sport in the country.
Feb 18, 2018, 14:19 PM IST
Basketball legend Kobe Bryant nominated for an Oscar
Bryant was nominated in the category of best animated short for his film 'Dear Basketball' in collaboration with Glen Keane and composer John Williams.
Jan 24, 2018, 15:39 PM IST
Ex-NBA player Kevin Martin to visit India
Former NBA player Kevin Martin will visit India, the National Basketball Association (NBA) announced on Thursday.
Jan 11, 2018, 20:47 PM IST
