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Josh Giddey
FIBA
Josh Giddey drops double-double as Bulls top Rockets
Bulls guard Josh Giddey scores 15 points to go with 13 assists and seven rebounds in Chicago's win over the Houston Rockets.
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FIBA
Nigeria D'Tigress' FIBA qualifiers went better than the results suggest
At the end of the FIBA World Cup Qualifying series, Nigeria's record was 2-3, with wins against Colombia and Philippines and losing to Korea, France and Germany. But context matters.
WNBA
Three takeaways from Team USA's win, Caitlin Clark's debut
Six players, including Clark, made their debuts for the U.S. national team. How did they look in USA's win?
NBA
What could Team USA basketball look like at 2028 Olympics?
Brian Windhorst, Kendrick Perkins and Marc Spears discuss who could end up on Team USA's basketball roster at the 2028 Olympics.
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NBA
Let's predict the 2028 USA Olympic men's basketball roster: Expect a youth movement
In a time of transition for USA basketball, here's what the 12-man squad that will go up against a competitive international slate could look like.
Olympics
U.S. Olympic flag-bearers: Knight, Bates, Jackson, more
Evan Bates and Hilary Knight are the latest U.S. athletes who will serve as Olympic flag-bearers. Check out previous recipients of the honor.
Olympics - Softball
Oldest and youngest Olympians of all time: Facts to know
Who are the youngest and oldest Olympians of all time? Here's what to know about requirements at the Games.
Olympics - Men's Basketball
2026 Winter Olympics, 2028 Summer Olympics: Facts to know
Upcoming Olympic cycles include the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Games and 2028 Los Angeles Summer Games. Check out essential event information now.
Diana Taurasi
Summer Olympics
Which U.S. Olympians have won the most gold medals?
Diana Taurasi is the latest athlete to join the golden throne of the winningest in U.S. Olympic history.
Christeen Iwuala
Women's College Basketball
Iwuala: No. 17 Rebels are playing for Oxford after beating No. 5 Vandy
Senior Christeen Iwuala explains the extra motivation behind Ole Miss' energy in the hard-fought upset as their city recovers from the winter storm.
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Jack McVeigh
NBL
Jack McVeigh sets Taipans scoring record
Jack McVeigh explodes for 47 points, the most ever by a Taipan in the 40-minute era.
2:01
Olympics - Basketball
ESPN Africa to air international hoops in new FIBA deal
ESPN Africa has secured exclusive FIBA broadcast rights across sub-Saharan Africa, in a four-year deal that brings over 1 500 international basketball games to hoops fans across the continent.
Mystics
WNBA
Nigeria 'sad' to lose WNBA star Iriafen after USA call up
A Nigeria basketball official says they are 'proud' of Kiki Iriafen, after the Washington Mystics rookie was called up for the first time by Team USA, but 'sad' that she will likely not be representing D'Tigress.
WNBA
Clark, Bueckers, Reese set for USA camp debuts
Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, Angel Reese and JuJu Watkins will be among the 10 players making their USA Basketball senior national team camp debuts next month.
News
Kerr: Spoelstra 'great choice' for Team USA coach
Steve Kerr said he has zero doubt that Erik Spoelstra is ready for the challenge of coaching the U.S. Olympic men's basketball team.
News
LeBron out, Curry unlikely to play in '28 Olympics
In a recent podcast, Lakers star LeBron James said he'll be "watching" the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, while Warriors star Stephen Curry "highly" doubts he'll participate in the Games for the reigning Olympic champions.
Spurs
NBA
Ex-Spurs star Parker to coach France U17 team
Former NBA star Tony Parker will start his coaching career in charge of France's under-17 team, the French basketball federation said.
Lakers
NBA
Lakers' Hayes keen to play for Slovenia with Luka
Jaxson Hayes, lamenting USA Basketball's lack of open tryouts, is keen to play with Lakers teammate Luka Doncic on the Slovenian national team, which allows one naturalized citizen on its roster for international competitions.
Top Headlines
- Brazil basketball legend Oscar Schmidt dies at 68
- Parker calls HOF enshrinement 'truly special'
- Clark ready to 'get tossed into fire' with Team USA
- Clark set for Team USA debut after injury layoff
- U.S. adds Billings, Burrell for FIBA WCup qualifier
- Spoelstra: KD in '28 Games would be 'incredible'
- KD eyes '28 Games, bemoans U.S. hoops critics
Basketball Videos
Basketball Standings
| Group A | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|
 CAN | 3 | 1 | 7 |
 AUS | 1 | 3 | 5 |
 GRE | 1 | 3 | 5 |
 ESP | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Group B | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|
 FRA | 4 | 2 | 10 |
 GER | 4 | 2 | 10 |
 BRA | 1 | 3 | 5 |
 JPN | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Group C | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|
 USA | 6 | 0 | 12 |
 SRB | 4 | 2 | 10 |
 SSD | 1 | 2 | 4 |
 PUR | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Group A | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESP | 3 | 1 | 7 |
| SRB | 2 | 2 | 6 |
 CHN | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| PUR | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Group B | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUS | 4 | 2 | 10 |
| FRA | 4 | 2 | 10 |
 NGR | 2 | 2 | 6 |
| CAN | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Group C | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA | 6 | 0 | 12 |
 BEL | 2 | 4 | 8 |
| GER | 2 | 2 | 6 |
| JPN | 0 | 3 | 3 |
Olympics News
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Reigning Olympic champ Viktor Axelsen ends badminton career
Reigning two-time Olympic badminton champion Viktor Axelsen is retiring due to constant back pain, ending his hopes of making it to the Los Angeles Games.
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Florida is stacked with talent -- and aiming for the NCAA gymnastics title
Last year, Florida was stunned in the NCAA gymnastics semifinals. This year, the Gators have unmatched depth -- and Tim Tebow's words of inspiration.
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Oklahoma's Faith Torrez wins NCAA gymnastics all-around title
Oklahoma's Faith Torrez made her all-around season debut Thursday night and defeated Olympic and world champions to claim NCAA gymnastics' highest individual honor.
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2026 NCAA gymnastics championships: Four teams advance out of semifinals
Florida, LSU, Oklahoma and Minnesota each advanced to Saturday's NCAA gymnastics final after a roller-coaster day of semifinals Thursday.
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How LSU's strength coach became the ultimate example of fortitude
In July, a Jet Ski accident caused the amputation of Katie Guillory's foot. But it only strengthened her drive when coaching LSU's gymnastics team.
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Can Jordan Chiles end her career with an NCAA team title?
Jordan Chiles enters her final NCAA championships as the most recognizable face in gymnastics -- and hopes to lead UCLA to its first title since 2018.
