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“I Don’t Do Anything With That Organization”: Sophie Cunningham Doesn’t Sugarcoat Her Injury Update

Sophie Cunningham reveals that she has nothing to with the Phoenix Mercury as she shares her recovery progress.
WNBA 2025: Indiana Fever At Connecticut Sun

Napheesa Collier, Cathy Engelbert CBA Update Emerges After WNBA’s Adam Silver Criticism

After Adam Silver's comments about WNBA's new CBA, a new report reveals background happenings regarding the negotiations.
Adam Silver, Cathy Engelbert and Napheesa Collier

Doctor Pinpoints Luka Doncic Injury Concern After NBC Cameras Catch Lakers Star’s Struggles

As NBC's camera captures a moment in the Lakers vs Warriors opening night, NBA doctor points out injury concerns for Luka Doncic.
Luka Doncic

Fever Star Sophie Cunningham Announces Offseason Decision Amid No WNBA Clarity

Sophie Cunningham is wandering the free agency and the CBA situation has made her offseason decision more difficult.
WNBA: Indiana Fever at Dallas Wings

Celtics Alternate Governor Officially Announces Jayson Tatum Return Decision

The Celtics' alternate governor, Wyc Grousbeck, has revealed the official date of Jayson Tatum's return to the court in a recent interview.
Wyc Grousbeck and Jayson Tatum

Dan Hurley Reveals UConn’s Biggest X-Factor Ahead of New Season

Dan Hurley is back with another bold take as he aims to restore UConn’s glory after last season’s disappointing finish.
NCAA Basketball: Creighton at Connecticut

Eyewitness Confirms LeBron James’ Concerning Behavior During Lakers’ Opening Day Loss to Warriors

LeBron James sat courtside with an unprecedented behavior as eyewitnesses and fans claimed on Lakers opening night loss vs. the Warriors.
LeBron James

Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves Send Clear Message to DeAndre Ayton After Tough Lakers Debut

Doncic and Reaves take accountability for the Lakers' opening night loss as Deandre Ayton admits to adaptation struggles.
Deandre Ayton, Austin Reaves, Luka Doncic

Connecticut Sun GM Announces Offseason Plan For Marina Mabrey & Co. Amid Free Agency Frenzy

Connecticut Sun GM already has plans in place for next season after a tough 2025 rebuilding year. Here's what she said
Connecticut Sun v Minnesota Lynx – Game One

Marques Johnson Clarifies Antetokounmpo’s Bucks Trade Rumors: “People Don’t Understand About Giannis’ Loyalty” [Exclusive]

Bucks icon Marques Johnson sat down for an exclusive interview with EssentiallySports, where he chimed in on Giannis' future, among other things.
Marques Johnson – Exclusive

Starting 5 Is a Homage to Mothers: Director Trishtan Williams [Exclusive]

EssentiallySports sat down for an exclusive interview with Trishtan Williams, one of the directors of season two of Netflix's Starting 5.
Trishtan Williams – Exclusive

“Would Have Retired” – Austin Reaves Makes Feelings Clear About LeBron James After Warriors Loss on Opening Night

Austin Reaves makes retirement claims as he clarifies his true feelings about LeBron James after loss vs. Warriors on opening night.

Lakers Legends Demands More From Luka Doncic Despite 43-Point Effort Against Warriors

Luka Doncic shines with 43 points, but Lakers legends stress more support needed as team falls short vs Warriors.
Luka Doncic

Caitlin Clark Draws Support After Indiana Fever Review Star’s Injury-Struck 2025 Season

Caitlin Clark gets support from fans after what has been a tough sophomore season for the Indiana guard. Read to find out more about it
WNBA: Indiana Fever at Washington Mystics

Luka Doncic Gives Groin Injury Update, Discusses Impact of Weight-Loss in Lakers vs Warriors

Luka Doncic opens up on his groin scare, weight-loss impact, and early Lakers chemistry after a wild loss vs the Warriors.
Luka Doncic

Draymond Green Makes It Clear Who Runs Lakers, Weighs In on LeBron James’ Injury After Warriors Win

Draymond Green reflects on LeBron James’ absence in the Lakers’ season opener, sharing insights on the Lakers' on-court leadership.
Draymond Green and LeBron James

Not $3.5B Empire, Michael Jordan Says His Most “Valuable Asset” Gave Him Freedom

Michael Jordan reveals his most precious asset that surpasses his $3.5 billion empire through the game of basketball.
Michael Jordan

JJ Redick Takes Only 16 Seconds to Walk Back on LeBron James Claim as Overlooked Lakers Star’s Fate Remains Same

JJ Redick quickly clarifies his LeBron James comment as one overlooked Lakers player continues facing the same dilemma.

Shaquille O’Neal Admits Allen Iverson Kept Him in the Dark About Health Decision

Shaquille O'Neal reacted to a major news in Allen Iverson's life that's deeply personal to the NBA legend.
Shaquille O’Neal, Allen Iverson

NBC Hits Allen Iverson With Michael Jordan Memory Amid Huge Comeback

Allen Iverson can't shake off his biggest Michael Jordan memory as both NBA legends arrive on NBC after decades.

New Season, Old Habits: JJ Redick Throws Lakers Stars Under the Bus After Loss to Warriors

JJ Redick didn’t hold back after the Lakers’ loss to the Warriors, highlighting the need for better organization and discipline.
JJ Redick FI

Allen Iverson Mocks NBA Media’s 23YO Public Attack on Him With Jimmy Fallon

Allen Iverson’s iconic decades-old rant gets a playful twist while a new docuseries offers an intimate look at the basketball legend’s life.
NBA: Philadelphia 76ers-Iverson Statue Ceremony

Dawn Staley Issues 16-Word Challenge to South Carolina Locker Room Before New Season

Dawn Staley is preparing her injury-hit South Carolina team for the 2026 season. Here's the message she's got for her roster!
NCAA Womens Basketball: SEC Conference Tournament Quarterfinal – Vanderbilt vs South Carolina

Azzi Fudd Shows Love to Ex-Teammate Paige Bueckers Amid Preseason Announcement

Azzi Fudd reflected on back on Paige Bueckers as she prepares to guide UConn into the new season. Here's what she said!
NCAA Womens Basketball: Louisville at Connecticut

Sophie Cunningham Announces Personal Decision Inspired By Angel Reese’s Victoria’s Secret Debut

After Angel Reese's history breaking event, Sophie Cunningham announces her intentions to repeat what the Bayou Barbie did
Sophie Cunningham and Angel Reese

Kevin Durant Accepts Blame for Rockets Loss as OKC Win Double Overtime

Kevin Durant took responsibility after Houston’s double-overtime loss to OKC, refusing to let his teammates shoulder the blame.
Kevin Durant