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• ‘Just getting back’: Illinois’ Dolan ready in return from injury

  11-08-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHAMPAIGN, ILLINOIS - JANUARY 1: Gretchen Dolan #4 of the Illinois Fighting Illini dribbles against Oluchi Okananwa #7 of the Maryland Terrapins at State Farm Center on January 1, 2026 in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) | Getty Images CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — There are just a few months left before it’s basketball season. The Fighting Illini wrapped up their 2025-26 season 22-12, but they have a pretty new roster after a second-round exit to Vanderbilt in the NCA
  
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• New Lakers owner Bob Iger is a Clippers fan, previously told JJ Redick: Rooting for Lakers 'not in my DNA'

  13-08-2026 02:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bob Iger has some explaining to do.The former Walt Disney power player is now the pending co-owner of the Los Angeles Lakers after he and business partner Josh Kushner agreed on Wednesday to a $12.5 billion purchase of the franchise from controlling owner Mark Walter.Lakers fans surely have a wide range of thoughts regarding the transfer of their beloved team’s ownership for the second time in 14 months. But they can all likely agree on this: Iger’s previously stated NBA loyalties &m
  
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• Dallas Mavericks 2026-27 NBA Cup schedule released

  13-08-2026 01:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A detail view of a rally towel with the Emirates NBA Cup logo. This rally towel was a giveaway during the 2024 Emirates NBA Cup championship game in Las Vegas, NV. (Photo by Erica Denhoff/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images As the NBA continues to slowly roll out the schedule for the 2026-27 regular season, some marquee games and events have already been announced. One of those is the Emirates NBA Cup, the NBA’s in season tournament. We’ve known for a
  
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• Lakers sale to Bob Iger, Josh Kushner took place over just 72 hours

  13-08-2026 01:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 30: Bob Iger, CEO, The Walt Disney Company attends The Wallis Delivers: A Benefit Evening To Support Wildfire Recovery at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on April 30, 2025 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/Getty Images) | Getty Images Things move quickly in the basketball world, but you’d struggle to find something happening as fast as the selling of the Lakers. Mark Walter officially became the majority owner of the L
  
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• Swanson: Bob Iger could be the Imagineer to lead the Lakers back to glory

  13-08-2026 00:54 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Bob Iger, former chief executive of Disney, is a lifelong NBA fan and has regularly attended Clippers and Lakers games. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)So instead of the Dodgerfication of the Lakers, we’re getting the Disneyfication of the Lakers.Hakuna Matata?Yes, it’s weird and distressing, watching billionaires play catch with our ballclubs.But this high-stakes game of hot potato that resulted in Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner acquiring the Lakers for $12.5 billion from Ma
  
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• Russell Westbrook played long enough to perhaps see himself become the villain

  13-08-2026 00:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The final scene of "The Dark Knight," Christopher Nolan's critically acclaimed 2008 blockbuster, is both a social experiment and a perfect encapsulation of the Russell Westbrook experience.To keep things brief, Jim Gordon (commissioner of the Gotham City Police Department) and Batman are standing over former ally Harvey Dent's lifeless body following a fall (Dent was holding Gordon's son hostage, causing Batman to lunge at Dent.) Because the true identity of Dent — also known as "Two-Face"
  
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• Russell Westbrook announces retirement: Ranking top five moments for NBA's all-time triple-doubles leader

  13-08-2026 00:14 via cbssports.com
  
  Westbrook is 14th on the NBA's all-time scoring list (27,176 points) and fifth in all-time in assists (10,351)
  
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• Suns waive Haywood Highsmith and open a roster spot

  13-08-2026 00:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - APRIL 19: Haywood Highsmith #7 of the Phoenix Suns dribbles the ball during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder during Round One Game One of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 19, 2026 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by
  
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• Warriors fan survey: How will Golden State do this season?

  13-08-2026 00:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 02: Brandin Podziemski #2 of the Golden State Warriors celebrates with Draymond Green #23 after a basket in the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Chase Center on April 02, 2026 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images) | Getty Im
  
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• Three big questions after shocking Lakers sale: Dodger-fication on hold? What does this mean for a Vegas team?

  12-08-2026 23:53 via cbssports.com
  
  The Lakers were sold this week for the second time in 14 months as Bob Iger and Josh Kushner bought the team from Mark Walter
  
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• Josh Kushner, Bob Iger reportedly intend to honor Mark Walter's pact that allows Jeanie Buss to remain Lakers' governor

  12-08-2026 23:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Even though ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers is reportedly changing hands again, Jeanie Buss, the oldest daughter of former franchise owner Dr. Jerry Buss, could still remain the Lakers’ governor.Buss was granted the opportunity to continue in that role for at least five years after Mark Walter, who also owns the Los Angeles Dodgers, agreed to purchase a controlling interest in the Lakers for a then-record $10 billion from her family last summer.Less than a year after that sale was appr
  
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• Sixers have two more nationally-televised holiday games on the schedule

  12-08-2026 23:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 20: Vj Edgecombe #77 of the Philadelphia 76ers talks to Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks at Xfinity Mobile Arena on December 20, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. The 76ers defeated the Mavericks 121-114. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images The
  
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• Key dates revealed in Cavs 2026-27 season: LeBron’s return to Cleveland

  12-08-2026 23:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OH - MARCH 9: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers runs onto the court before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on March 9, 2026 at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Ima
  
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• Russell Westbrook retires from NBA: Fans' reaction on social media

  12-08-2026 23:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Russell Westbrook is stepping away from the NBA after 18 seasons, he announced it in a video released on Wednesday, Aug. 12.Westbrook played for seven different teams in the league but had his longest stint with the Oklahoma City Thunder from 2008 to 2019.The point guard was voted the 2016-17 MVP and was a nine-time All-Star during his career.Westbrook averaged 20.9 points, eight assists and 6.9 rebounds per game but is referred to as Mr. Triple-Double for producing 209 career triple-doubles.He
  
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• Three Jalen Duren sign-and-trade possibilities

  12-08-2026 22:55 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OH - MAY 11: Jalen Duren #0 of the Detroit Pistons dribbles the ball during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Round Two Game Four of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 11, 2026 at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/
  
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• 6 burning questions for Lakers fans amid shocking $12.5 billion sale

  12-08-2026 22:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  lakers sale jeanie buss luka doncic bob iger josh kushnerThe Lakers’ path was certain after Mark Walter agreed to buy the Lakers at a valuation of $10 billion in June 2025. They were going to be built in the likeness of the Dodgers, who have won three World Series championships since Walter and Guggenheim Baseball Management took over ownership in 2012. But just 14 months later, the Lakers have been sold once again to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner at a valuation of $12.5 billion.Yo
  
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• Bob Iger says new ownership will honor agreement to keep Jeanie Buss as governor

  12-08-2026 22:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Los Angeles, CA - February 22: Jeanie Buss during the statue unveiling for former Lakers coach Pat Riley in Star Plaza in front of Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 22, 2026. Riley won 4 championships as Lakers head coach. (Photo by Keith Birmingham/MediaNews Group/Pasadena Star-News via Getty Images) | MediaNews Group via Getty Images Less than a year after Mark Walter officially took majority ownership of the Lakers, the franchise is now being sold to Josh Kushner a
  
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• Russell Westbrook retires + Lakers sold in record-breaking deal

  12-08-2026 22:18 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Subscribe to The Kevin O'Connor ShowApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeKevin O’Connor and Trey Kirby react to the breaking news of Russell Westbrook’s retirement from the NBA after 18 seasons.Later, KOC and Yaron Weitzman break down the bombshell sale of the Los Angeles Lakers to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner. The pair unpacks the federal investigation surrounding Mark Walter's finances, speculates on what this means for Rob Pelinka’s future and more.(0:24) Russell Westbrook retir
  
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• The NBA Cup will be a valuable measuring stick for the new-look Sixers

  12-08-2026 22:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  A detail view of a rally towel with the Emirates NBA Cup logo. This rally towel was a giveaway during the 2024 Emirates NBA Cup championship game in Las Vegas, NV. (Photo by Erica Denhoff/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images As part of its weeklong schedule release (sigh), the NBA announced the schedule for the group-play round of the Emirates NBA Cup on Wednesday.We already knew that the Sixers were placed into a Group of Death with the New York Knicks, Cleveland
  
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• Lakers begin NBA Cup play at Warriors on Oct. 30

  12-08-2026 22:06 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Hinkle Fieldhouse at Butler University in Indianapolis will be the site of the NBA Cup championship game on Dec. 11. (Darron Cummings / Associated Press)The Lakers will open NBA Cup play against the same team they open the season with.The Lakers start the in-season tournament on Oct. 30 on the road against the Golden State Warriors at 7 p.m. PDT on Prime Video, the NBA announced Wednesday during another stage of the schedule release that will wrap up Thursday. The NBA Cup opener is a second
  
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• Boston Celtics Daily Links 8/12/26

  12-08-2026 22:05 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 20: The sneakers worn by Nelly Junior Joseph #35 of the Atlanta Hawks during the game against the Boston Celtics during the 2025 NBA Summer League game on July 20, 2025 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE(Photo by Garrett E
  
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• Knicks, Timberwolves, 76ers highlight four-game MLK Day slate

  12-08-2026 21:53 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The New York Knicks headline a four-game slate to be played on Martin Luther King Day, January 18, this season. It's the 41st time the league will feature games on the federal holiday, which honors the slain civil rights leader.The day starts with two Eastern Conference contenders, the Detroit Pistons visiting the Cleveland Cavaliers. Cleveland bounced the top-seeded Pistons from the playoffs in the second round last season. King's birthplace of Atlanta, Georgia, hosts the next matchup of the da
  
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• Russell Westbrook announces retirement: NBA's all-time triple-doubles leader steps away after 18 seasons

  12-08-2026 21:29 via cbssports.com
  
  Westbrook was a nine-time All-Star and the 2017 NBA MVP
  
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• Russell Westbrook retires from NBA after 18 seasons

  12-08-2026 21:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SACRAMENTO, CA - MARCH 19: Russell Westbrook #18 of the Sacramento Kings looks on during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on March 19, 2026 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Russell
  
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• Bob Iger's next act: Former Disney CEO becomes Lakers co-owner

  12-08-2026 21:26 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Former Disney CEO Bob Iger is taking on a new project as a co-owner of the Los Angeles Lakers.\nIger and American businessman Josh Kushner reportedly bought the Lakers from Los Angeles Dodgers co-owner and TWG Global CEO Mark Walter for a record-breaking price. ESPN was the first to report the deal.\nThe sale has not been finalized by the NBA but is expected to be worth more than $12 billion. It would be the second time the Lakers have been sold in the past two years.\nIger is no stranger to the
  
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• Jeanie Buss has 2-word verdict on Luka Dončić’s Lakers sale reaction

  12-08-2026 21:16 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Los Angeles Lakers have two new owners, after Bob Iger and Josh Kushner purchased the franchise from Mark Walter for a jaw-dropping $12.5 billion sum. It didn’t take long for Lakers superstar guard Luka Dončić to weigh in on the sale, as he made a social media post in the wake of the deal that read, “Being a Laker means everything to me, and I’m excited to get back on the court and bring a championship to LA. “I’ve gotten
  
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• Russell Westbrook retiring after 18 NBA seasons

  12-08-2026 21:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Russell Westbrook is calling it a career.The former NBA MVP announced his retirement Wednesday with a farewell video on social media narrated by Michael B. Jordan, bringing an end to his 18-year NBA career.“Sometimes you don’t even know when you’ve already watched the end,” Westbrook wrote in the caption. “You had to be there. And now it’s over.”View this post on InstagramRussell Westbrook of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks on before Game Four of Round O
  
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• NBA star Russell Westbrook retires, ending one of basketball's most unique careers

  12-08-2026 21:12 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Russell Westbrook is calling it a career after 18 NBA seasons. \nWestbrook announced his retirement from basketball in a video posted to his Instagram account on Wednesday, Aug. 12. \nWestbrook finished his career as the all-time leader in triple-doubles with 209 in his storied career. \nHe entered the NBA after being selected out of UCLA with the No. 4 overall pick by the Seattle SuperSonics, who shortly after became Oklahoma City Thunder. \nWestbrook played for the Houston
  
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• Bob Iger reveals timing, intimate details of Lakers ‘extraordinary’ purchase

  12-08-2026 21:03 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  For Bob Iger, his and Josh Kushner’s purchase of the majority ownership of the Lakers from Mark Walter for a historic $12.5 billion valuation was still sinking in as of late Wednesday morning.Because after the former Disney CEO and his business partner originally pursued ownership stakes in the NBA’s potential expansion in Las Vegas, it came to their attention last weekend that Walter could be interested in selling his stake in the Lakers that he purchased just over a year ago. 
  
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• Russell Westbrook announces retirement

  12-08-2026 20:43 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  After a decorated 18-year career, former Washington Wizards guard Russell Westbrook announced his retirement from the NBA on Wednesday.Sometimes you don’t even know when you’ve already watched the end.You had to be there. And now it’s over. pic.twitter.com/6YoOW8WyIV— Russell Westbrook (@russwest44) August 12, 2026Westbrook, 37, spent one season in Washington after the team acquired him in a December 2020 trade that sent John Wall and picks to the Houston Rockets.The stan
  
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