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Shaquille O'Neal Takes Unexpected New Role Amid NBA Playoffs

In a wild announcement released amidst the 2025 NBA Playoffs, basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal has agreed to take on a new role that has left fans buzzing.

Shaquille O'Neal Hired By College Basketball Program For Major Role

NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal has been tabbed for an important role with a college basketball program. O'Neal played his college ball at LSU, and currently, his son Shaqir is set to suit up for Sacramento State next season after playing at Florida A&M in 2024-25 and beginning his career at Texas Southern.

Shams Charania News / Larry Brown Sports / April 28

Shaq lands interesting new basketball management job

Mr. O’Neal is headed (back) to Sacramento. Shams Charania of ESPN reported on Monday that retired Basketball Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal has agreed to become the general manager of Sacramento State’s men’s basketball team.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / April 27

Shams Charania Announces Crucial Update on Luka Doncic's Illness

The Los Angeles Lakers will take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 4 of their first-round matchup. It will be a crucial game for the Lakers as they will look to bounce back from losing in Game 3, taking a 2-1 deficit in the series.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 27

Shams Charania Makes Major Cubs Announcement Ahead of Sunday's MLB Game

The MLB is amid a fascinating start to the 2025 season, with multiple contenders emerging after the month of action. One of those early contenders has been the Chicago Cubs, who lead the National League Central division with a 17-11 record.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / April 25

Alijah Arenas making ‘significant progress’ after car crash

Arenas was involved in a serious car accident early Thursday morning and had to be placed in a medically-induced coma.

Golden State Warriors News / Ball Exclusives / April 25

Warriors’ Jimmy Butler has status in ‘jeopardy’ for Game 3 versus Rockets

Golden State could be in trouble on Saturday if it does not have “Playoff Jimmy.” Jimmy Butler suffered a nasty fall in Game 2 of a first round Western Conference playoff series between the Warriors and Houston Rockets.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Photos of Alijah Arenas' Car Emerge After Major Accident

In a bombshell report Thursday afternoon, it was revealed that five-star USC signee Alijah Arenas was involved in a serious accident that left him in stable condition.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Details Emerge on Alijah Arenas’ Medical Situation After Reported Car Crash

Five-star shooting guard and USC commit Alijah Arenas was placed in a medically induced coma after being involved in a car crash on Thursday, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 24

No. 1 Recruit AJ Dybantsa Reacts to Heartbreaking Alijah Arenas News

Alijah Arenas is a five-star recruit in USC's 2025 recruiting class after reclassifying from the 2026 class, who, unfortunately, was involved in a serious car accident on Thursday.

Shams Charania News / USC Trojans on SI / April 24

USC Trojans Commit Alijah Arenas Hospitalized After Cybertruck Crash

USC Trojans basketball commit Alijah Arenas was in a car accident on Thursday, and he was taken to the hospital, according to a report from ESPN's Shams Charania.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 24

NBA Legend Gilbert Arenas Makes Show Announcement After Sad News

Sad news came out on Thursday morning regarding the family of NBA legend and Washington Wizards superstar Gilbert Arenas. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that Arenas’ son, Alijah Arenas, was involved in a serious car crash early Thursday morning that involved a tree and fire hydrant and caused the car to catch on fire.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Serious Car Accident Leaves 5-Star USC Commit Alijah Arenas in Induced Coma

The college basketball world was rocked on Thursday when ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania reported that one of the top recruits in the class of 2025 had been in a serious motor vehicle wreck.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / April 24

Alijah Arenas, Son Of Gilbert Arenas, Placed In Induced Coma After Serious Car Crash

In heartbreaking news that has stunned the basketball world, five-star recruit and USC commit Alijah Arenas has been placed into an induced coma following a serious car accident early Thursday morning. The 18-year-old phenom, who is the son of former NBA star Gilbert Arenas, was hospitalized after the crash, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 24

Top USC Recruit Alijah Arenas, Son Of Gilbert Arenas, In Coma After Car Accident

Alijah Arenas, a highly regarded high school basketball prospect and son of former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas, was hospitalized early Thursday morning following a single‑vehicle crash, sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 24

Gilbert Arenas’ son Alijah seriously injured in car crash

Top college basketball prospect Alijah Arenas, the son of former NBA standout Gilbert Arenas, has been seriously injured in a car crash. Arenas was hospitalized and placed in a medically-induced coma after the crash early Thursday, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.

NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / April 21

Hawks Fire Former Knicks Guard

A former member of the New York Knicks is now looking for a new job. According to ESPN insider Shams Charania, the Atlanta Hawks have fired former Knicks guard Landry Fields as their general manager.

Atlanta Hawks News / NBA Draft on SI / April 21

Atlanta Hawks GM Firing Could Signal More Change Coming

On Monday morning, just days after the Atlanta Hawks’ elimination from the NBA Playoffs via the Play-In, it was announced General Manager Landy Fields has been fired, per ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / April 17

Kings To Hire Scott Perry As New General Manager

The Sacramento Kings are finalizing a deal to name veteran NBA executive Scott Perry as their next general manager, according to a report from ESPN’s Shams Charania.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Rumors / April 15

Pelicans expected to hire Hall of Famer as head of basketball ops

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Phoenix Suns News / Hoops Rumors / April 14

Suns make determination on HC Mike Budenholzer's future

Mike Budenholzer is out as head coach of the Suns, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).

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New Orleans Pelicans News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / April 14

New Orleans Pelicans Fire Executive David Griffin

The New Orleans Pelicans have had a disastrous 2024-25 campaign plagued with injuries, finishing the season with a 21-61 record and in 14th place in the Western Conference.

New Orleans Pelicans News / Hoops Wire / April 14

Pelicans fire head of basketball operations David Griffin

The New Orleans Pelicans have fired executive vice president of basketball operations David Griffin, per Shams Charania of ESPN. New Orleans finished the past season with a disappointing record of 21-61 following a slew of injuries to key players, including offseason acquisition Dejounte Murray and former No.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / April 8

Mavericks to promote Brandon Williams to standard contract

Two-way guard Brandon Williams will get a two-year standard contract later this week when the Mavericks are able to add another player to their 15-man roster, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.