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'Enes Kanter Freedom': Celtics star to celebrate US citizenship with name change

Boston Celtics center Enes Kanter will celebrate his U.S. citizenship by is changing his name to “Enes Kanter Freedom.”

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Lakers' LeBron James, Pistons' Isaiah Stewart face suspensions following brawl

LeBron James was ejected from the team’s game against the Pistons after he drilled Detroit’s Isaiah Stewart in the head with an elbow.

November 22

Hawks set date for 'Pride Night' game

The Atlanta Hawks will host their fourth annual ‘Pride Night’ at the game against Charlotte Hornets this Saturday, November 20.

November 18

Staples Center to be renamed Crypto.com Arena on Christmas Day 2021

The iconic home of the Los Angeles Lakers, Clippers, Sparks and Kings will soon have a new name.

November 17

Metro-Atlanta native rapper Gunna to perform Atlanta Hawks halftime show

Gunna, a multi-platinum selling rapper, will perform during the Nov. 17 game against the Boston Celtics.

November 15

NBA recommends COVID-19 vaccine boosters to players, coaches, refs

The NBA has told its players, coaches and referees that they should receive booster shots against the coronavirus.

November 7

Can other Georgia teams ride the Braves winning energy?

Heading into another big sports weekend for teams in Georgia, fans are hoping the Braves win will rub off on other teams.

November 5

NBA to investigate after ESPN report accuses Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver of racism, sexual harassment

The report by ESPN NBA writer Baxter Holmes published on Nov. 4 lists several allegations of racism and misogynistic behavior by Sarver.

November 5

Hawks to honor Braves during Thursday night's game

Atlanta supports Atlanta. This is why the Atlanta Hawks are hosting a special Atlanta Braves celebration on Thursday at State Farm Arena during their game against the Utah Jazz.

November 3

Anti-vaccine mandate demonstrators rush barricades at Nets game

Video posted to social media showed protesters chanting "Let Kyrie Play!" pushing past barricades and rushing towards the arena's doors.

October 25

Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver denies allegations of historical racism, sexism

The Phoenix Suns have released a statement regarding a potential media investigation into the workplace culture of the franchise, denying that the organization or owner Robert Sarver have a history of racism or sexism.

October 22

Young, Hawks open season with 113-87 rout of Mavericks

Cam Reddish scored 20 points, Trae Young added 19 and the Atlanta Hawks began a season of high expectations with a 113-87 rout of Luka Doncic and the Mavericks on Thursday night, ruining the debut of Dallas coach Jason Kidd.

October 21

Enes Kanter rips China's Xi as 'brutal dictator,' streaming giant pulls Celtics games

Boston Celtics star Enes Kanter posted a video calling on China to "free Tibet," a move that is already bringing consequences to the NBA team.

October 21

Kyrie Irving speaks out after being blocked from playing with Nets

Kyrie Irving said Wednesday he didn't want to lose salary or a chance to compete for a championship with the Brooklyn Nets, but was doing “what's best for me” by refusing to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

October 14

Nets' Kyrie Irving won't play with team until he is 'eligible to be a full participant'

Brooklyn Nets star guard Kyrie Irving will not be allowed to play or practice with the team anywhere until he is "eligible to be a full participant," announced General Manager Sean Marks.

October 12

Legendary Laker Kobe Bryant honored in NBA’s 75th anniversary video

The NBA released a new video Thursday ahead of its 75h season and it honors legendary Laker Kobe Bryant. The video, starring and narrated by Michael B. Jordan, also features appearances by Jerry West, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, LeBron James, Russell Westbrook, and Kawhi Leonard.

October 7