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Fever's Caitlin Clark makes monumental decision

Caitlin Clark makes monumental decision as Fever try to hold onto playoff berth

The Fever have managed to hold onto eighth place in the standings despite the absence of their best player.

Fever teammates rally around Clark after her announcement
Sky's Angel Reese shouldn't have to apologize for speaking truth
Reese issues public warning, gives the Sky 'non-negotiable' demand
WNBA suspends Reese
25 WNBA players who helped change the game for the better
Los Angeles Clippers News / Hoops Rumors / September 5
Clippers owner denies any wrongdoing in Leonard’s deal with Aspiration

Clippers owner denies any wrongdoing in Kawhi Leonard’s deal with Aspiration

Clippers owner Steve Ballmer explained the origins of Kawhi Leonard‘s endorsement deal with Aspiration during an interview with Ramona Shelburne of ESPN Thursday night on "SportsCenter," but he denied that the team did anything inappropriate to circumvent the salary cap.

Kawhi Leonard reportedly got paid much more than originally thought for alleged 'no-show job'
NBA owners reportedly had strong reaction to Kawhi Leonard allegations
Kawhi Leonard's no-obligation endorsement deal was larger than we thought
25 NBA players who won championships with multiple teams
The 'Active 20 point-per-game NBA seasons leaders' quiz
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 4
Nets star's bold move could set major precedent in the NBA

Nets star's bold move could set major precedent in the NBA

The only leverage that NBA restricted free agents have this season is threatening to accept the qualifying offer. 

Kawhi Leonard's odd endorsement deal was larger than we thought
Shams Charania weighs in on Leonard, Clippers allegations
NBA owners reportedly had strong reaction to Leonard allegations
Potential Clippers penalty could create a free-agent frenzy
Ben Simmons considering shocking career decision ahead of NBA season
Chicago Sky News / Larry Brown Sports / September 5
WNBA suspends Sky star Angel Reese

WNBA suspends Sky star Angel Reese

The WNBA has suspended Angel Reese.

Sky's Angel Reese shouldn't have to apologize for speaking truth
Sky teammates reportedly unhappy about Angel Reese’s comments
Angel Reese issues public warning, gives Sky 'non-negotiable' demand
25 WNBA players who helped change the game for the better
The 'WNBA Most Valuable Player award winners' quiz
Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The '2024-25 NBA double-double leaders' quiz

The '2024-25 NBA double-double leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA players to record 10 or more double-doubles in the 2024-25 NBA seasons can you name in six minutes?

The 'NBA 10-block triple-doubles' quiz
The 'Most points in an NBA Christmas Day game' quiz
The 'NBA assist champions' quiz
Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker / September 4
Potential Clippers penalty could create a free-agent frenzy

Potential Clippers penalty could create a free-agent frenzy

The NBA is investigating the Los Angeles Clippers for circumventing the salary cap. If the league finds the Clippers were complicit in the illegal dealings, the punishment could create a free-agent frenzy.

Clippers may have circumvented salary cap with superstar's deal
Kawhi Leonard's no-obligation endorsement deal was larger than we thought
Clippers address salary-cap allegations concerning Leonard
NBA owners reportedly had strong reaction to Leonard allegations
Which NBA teams have the longest current championship droughts?
Los Angeles Clippers News / Larry Brown Sports / September 4
NBA owners reportedly had strong reaction to Leonard allegations

NBA owners reportedly had strong reaction to Kawhi Leonard allegations

The Los Angeles Clippers may already be facing trouble after allegations surfaced that they circumvented the salary cap to sign Kawhi Leonard in 2019. That trouble could get worse if the rest of the NBA’s owners get their hands on further evidence.

Clippers may have circumvented salary cap with superstar's deal
Leonard's no-obligation endorsement deal was larger than we thought
Clippers address salary-cap allegations concerning Leonard
Shams Charania weighs in on Leonard, Clippers allegations
Knicks' deal with Jalen Brunson isn't salary-cap cheating — despite criticism
Chicago Sky News / Yardbarker / September 4
Angel Reese shouldn't have to apologize for speaking truth

Sky's Angel Reese shouldn't have to apologize for speaking truth

Angel Reese issued a public apology to her teammates, but she shouldn't have.

Angel Reese issues public warning, gives Sky 'non-negotiable' demand
Sky teammates reportedly unhappy about Angel Reese’s comments
Sky overcome Tina Charles' record-setting night in win over Sun
25 WNBA players who helped change the game for the better
The 'WNBA playoff scoring leaders' quiz
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 4
Thomas' qualifying offer could shape path for remaining RFAs

Cam Thomas' qualifying offer could shape path for remaining restricted free agents

After months of negotiation, Nets guard Cam Thomas has decided to take restricted free agency's unconventional route by accepting the team's one-year, $6 million qualifying offer.

Nets' Cam Thomas inks rare deal to test free agency in 2026
The 25 best current NBA players under the age of 25
The 'Youngest NBA MVPs' quiz
Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker / September 4
Leonard's no-obligation endorsement deal was larger than we thought

Kawhi Leonard's no-obligation endorsement deal was larger than we thought

The Clippers can continue to deny that they were cheating on the cap by funneling extra money to their star, but new evidence may suggest otherwise.

Clippers may have circumvented salary cap with superstar's deal
Clippers address salary-cap allegations concerning Kawhi Leonard
The 25 greatest second-round picks in NBA history
The 'Highest career postseason PPG for the 2019 NBA conference finalists teams' quiz
Brooklyn Nets News / Yardbarker / September 4
Nets' Cam Thomas inks rare deal to test free agency in 2026

Nets' Cam Thomas inks rare deal to test free agency in 2026

He is banking on a career year to secure a major payday next summer, whether with Brooklyn or elsewhere.

The 25 best current NBA players under the age of 25
The '2024-25 NBA double-double leaders' quiz
Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker / September 4
Shams Charania weighs in on Kawhi Leonard, Clippers allegations

Shams Charania weighs in on Kawhi Leonard, Clippers allegations

On Wednesday, a report surfaced claiming that Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers may have circumvented the NBA's salary cap.

Knicks' deal with Jalen Brunson isn't salary-cap cheating — despite criticism
The 25 worst contracts in the NBA for 2025-26
The 'NBA yearly field goals-per-game leader' quiz
Ben Simmons News / Yardbarker / September 4
Ben Simmons considering shock career decision

Ben Simmons considering shock career decision

Ben Simmons became an unrestricted free agent earlier this summer and has yet to find a new home.

Clippers address salary-cap allegations concerning Kawhi Leonard
Why Kawhi Leonard should have stayed with the Raptors
The 25 most eccentric NBA players of all time
The 'NBA triple-doubles leaders' quiz
Kawhi Leonard News / Yardbarker / September 4
Clippers may have circumvented salary cap with superstar's deal

Clippers may have circumvented salary cap with superstar's deal

The NBA hasn't announced an investigation, but such manipulation of the salary cap has been treated harshly in the past.

Bombshell Leonard report brings up history of salary-cap scandals
Clippers release strong statement on the Leonard allegations
Why Leonard should have stayed with the Toronto Raptors
Knicks' deal with Jalen Brunson isn't cap cheating — despite criticism
NBA solves major problem for the USA vs. the World situation
Mavericks agree to four-year extension with former first-round pick
Chicago Sky News / Larry Brown Sports / September 4
Angel Reese gives Sky 'non-negotiable' demand

Angel Reese issues public warning, gives Sky 'non-negotiable' demand

Reese fired a public warning to the organization in a new interview.

Sky teammates reportedly unhappy about Reese's comments
Sky beat the Sun, overcome Tina Charles' record-setting night
Valkyries acknowledge potential playoff schedule conflict at Chase Center
Aces star A'ja Wilson continues to make history with recent award
Becky Hammon recognized for tremendous August for Aces
Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker / September 4
Clippers address salary-cap allegations concerning Kawhi Leonard

Clippers address salary-cap allegations concerning Kawhi Leonard

In a statement released to ESPN's NBA insider Shams Charania, the Clippers denied any wrongdoing and called the allegations "absurd." 

Clippers may have circumvented salary cap with superstar's deal
Why Kawhi Leonard should have stayed with the Raptors
Knicks' deal with Jalen Brunson isn't salary-cap cheating — despite criticism
The 25 worst contracts in the NBA for 2025-26
The 'NBA franchise assist leaders' quiz
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The 'NFL 2025 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
 The 'NFL 2025 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
The '2,000-rushing yard NFL seasons' quiz
 The '2,000-rushing yard NFL seasons' quiz
The 'NFL sack leaders since 2021' quiz
 The 'NFL sack leaders since 2021' quiz
The 'College football color teams' quiz
 The 'College football color teams' quiz
Chicago Sky News / Larry Brown Sports / September 3
Sky teammates reportedly unhappy about Reese’s comments

Sky teammates reportedly unhappy about Angel Reese’s comments

Angel Reese has predictably ruffled a few feathers with her latest comments.

Reese issues public warning, gives Sky 'non-negotiable' demand
Sky overcome Tina Charles' record-setting night in win over Sun
25 WNBA players who helped change the game for the better
The 'WNBA rookie scoring leaders' quiz
Los Angeles Clippers News / Larry Brown Sports / September 3
Report: Ben Simmons is considering retirement

Report: Ben Simmons is considering retirement

After being criticized for supposedly lacking the desire to play basketball, Ben Simmons may now be lacking the desire to play basketball.

Clippers may have circumvented salary cap with superstar's deal
Clippers release strong statement on Kawhi Leonard-Steve Ballmer allegations
Why Kawhi Leonard should have stayed with the Raptors
The 25 most eccentric NBA players of all time
The 'NBA triple-doubles leaders' quiz
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 3
Why Westbrook would be a good fit for this rising team

Why Russell Westbrook would be a good fit for this rising team

There are notable NBA players who have yet to be signed to a roster. Among them is nine-time NBA All-Star and former MVP Russell Westbrook.

Westbrook, old team need to swallow pride and reunite
The 25 worst contracts in the NBA for 2025-26
The 'NBA point guard all-time rebounding leaders' quiz
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 3
NBA solves major problem for USA vs. the World

NBA solves major problem for USA vs. the World

In his annual effort to retool the flagging All-Star Game, NBA commissioner Adam Silver has been pushing a Team USA vs. International format.

Clippers may have circumvented salary cap with superstar's deal
Knicks' deal with Jalen Brunson isn't salary-cap cheating — despite criticism
Ty Lue blasts Knicks for firing Tom Thibodeau
Athletes who were stars for their hometown pro teams
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 3
Knicks' deal with Jalen Brunson isn't cap cheating — despite criticism

Knicks' deal with Jalen Brunson isn't salary-cap cheating — despite criticism

The New York Knicks don't have to worry about their deal with Jalen Brunson.

Clippers may have circumvented salary cap with superstar's deal
Kawhi Leonard’s reported ‘no show’ endorsement deal could prompt NBA probe
Why Kawhi Leonard should have stayed with the Raptors
Who are the 25 best shooters in the NBA right now?
The 'NBA head coaching wins leaders' quiz
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 3
'Baby Jokic' makes a statement against the real Jokic

'Baby Jokic' makes a statement against the real Jokic

One of the best matchups in recent EuroBasket history took place on Wednesday, as Alperen Sengun and Türkiye got the best of Nikola Jokic and Serbia.

Portugal, Sweden qualify for EuroBasket knockout round
Trail Blazers star sends France to upset loss at EuroBasket
Luka Doncic racks up milestones in Slovenia's first win
Five EuroBasket stars who could have a breakout year in the NBA
Ranking the No. 1 overall NBA Draft picks of the 21st century
The '30-piont, 20-rebound NBA playoff games' quiz
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 3
Why Kawhi Leonard should have stayed with the Raptors

Why Kawhi Leonard should have stayed with the Raptors

Los Angeles Clippers superstar forward Kawhi Leonard has found himself front and center in the headlines over the last 24 hours, but for all the wrong reasons.

Clippers may have circumvented salary cap with superstar's deal
The 25 worst contracts in the NBA for 2025-26
The 'Highest career postseason PPG for the 2019 NBA conference finalists teams' quiz
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 3
Kawhi Leonard report brings up history of salary cap scandals

Bombshell Kawhi Leonard report brings up history of salary-cap scandals

The Los Angeles Clippers may have circumvented the salary cap with Kawhi Leonard. They wouldn't be the first professional team to get busted for cap violations. Here's a list of some of the most egregious cap offenses.

Clippers may have circumvented salary cap with superstar's deal
Cavaliers setting themselves up for more failure
The 25 most eccentric NBA players of all time
The 'Miami Heat championship rosters' quiz
Valkyries acknowledge potential playoff schedule conflict at Chase Center

Valkyries acknowledge potential playoff schedule conflict at Chase Center

The exciting inaugural season for the Golden State Valkyries could end with a bitter taste due to a scheduling conflict.

25 WNBA players who helped change the game for the better
The 'WNBA rookie scoring leaders' quiz

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