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SAITAMA, JAPAN - OCTOBER 02: Former NBA Player, Dikembe Mutombo attends the Washington Wizards v Golden State Warriors - NBA Japan Games at Saitama Super Arena on October 02, 2022 in Saitama, Japan. 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 Takashi Aoyama/Getty Images)

NBA Hall Of Famer Dikembe Mutombo Dead At 58 After Battle With Brain Cancer

NBA legend Dikembe Mutumbo, who was known for his trademark finger wag, has died at the age of 58 after a battle with brain cancer.

Former NBA star Dikembe Mutombo of U.S. poses before the start of a news conference at the Sports Congress and Exhibition at Aspire Dome in Doha November 12, 2012. REUTERS/Fadi Al-Assaad/File Photo

Shot-blocking great Dikembe Mutombo dies at 58, NBA says

Basketball Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo has died at the age of 58 from brain cancer.

Memphis Grizzlies guard Derrick Rose (23) warms up on the court prior to the game against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports

Former MVP Rose announces retirement from basketball

Former NBA MVP Derrick Rose announced his retirement from basketball on Thursday as the 35-year-old guard brought the curtains down on a career spanning 16 years.

A general view of the opening tip during the WNBA All Star Game at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo

WNBA awards Portland expansion team that will start play in 2026

Portland, Oregon, has become the latest city to benefit from the Women’s National Basketball Association’s rapid expansion plans after being awarded a franchise.

Team WNBA guard Caitlin Clark (22) against the USA Women's National Team during the 2024 WNBA All Star Game at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo

WNBA to hold 2025 All-Star Game in Indiana to reflect Clark’s popularity

The 21st WNBA All-Star Game, which will be held on July 19, marks the first time Indianapolis will host the league’s midseason showcase.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - AUGUST 31: Dearica Hamby #5 of the Las Vegas Aces warms up before Game Two of the 2022 WNBA Playoffs semifinals against the Seattle Storm at Michelob ULTRA Arena on August 31, 2022 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. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

WNBA Champion Dearica Hamby Sues Las Vegas Aces, League For Discrimination Over Pregnancy

WNBA player Dearica Hamby sued her former team in federal court on Monday, alleging the Las Vegas Aces discriminated against her after she revealed that she was pregnant.