How LeBron James’ decision upended Sylvain Francisco’s NBA plans
Quick exit from Asvel and a new home in Greece Sylvain Francisco has had a whirlwind off-season. After a strong...
Daniel Kearns
Daniel has spent more than a decade covering basketball across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. A Wellington native, he’s known for his sharp tactical breakdowns and love of late-night NBA replays. His work balances on-court detail with the cultural side of the sport.
Nikola Jokic helped Denver land DeMar DeRozan
Jokic, Murray and Gordon sold DeRozan on Denver Nikola Jokic was a key voice in convincing DeMar DeRozan to sign...
Klay Thompson to join Miami Heat after Mavericks buyout
Deal details and what happens next Klay Thompson and the Dallas Mavericks reached a buyout that closes out his two-season...
Victor Wembanyama says he’s ‘rusty’ as France gear up for World Cup qualifiers
Getting back into rhythm with France Victor Wembanyama is slowly shaking off the rust after rejoining the French national team...
Keaton Wallace scouting report: Strengths, weaknesses, and fit with Maccabi Tel Aviv
Keaton Wallace has carved out a professional path by outworking expectations. Undrafted out of UTSA, he worked his way through...
Tristan Thompson Named Global Ambassador as Dubai Expands Its Basketball Project
Thompson’s new role and what it means Former NBA champion Tristan Thompson has been announced as a global ambassador for...
End of an era: Buss family to sell remaining 17.8% of the Lakers
Sale details and what it means The Buss family trust has agreed to sell its remaining 17.8% stake in the...
Isaiah Hartenstein explains Germany return after eight years: I want to give something back
Why he chose to come back now Isaiah Hartenstein is rejoining the German national team after more than eight years...
Ethan Thompson Signs Two-Year Deal with Partizan
Partizan adds an NBA-experienced guard Partizan have bolstered their backcourt by signing guard Ethan Thompson to a two-year contract. Thompson,...
Joffrey Lauvergne Reflects on NBA Regret and Lessons from Obradovic
Back at Partizan and a look back at the NBA Joffrey Lauvergne returned to Partizan late in the 2025/26 season...