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MIES, Switzerland -- Basketball at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will start two days before the opening ceremony for those Games, organizers confirmed Wednesday. FIBA, the sport's global governing body, said that it has reviewed a revised basketball schedule for Los Angeles and that games will begin on July 12, 2028 -- ahead of the July 14 opening ceremony. It is unclear if the men's tournament, the women's tournament or both will start before the official opening.

As the WNBA is rounding the corner into the final playoff push, we spent the bulk of this week's episode talking through several of the more interesting W storylines, including what makes the Atlanta Dream cool, the exhausting spectacle of Dildogate, and how Maitreyi sold her book.

Saniya Rivers has transitioned from the starting lineup, finding success off the bench and delivering solid numbers in points, assists, steals, and blocks.

Mr Hibbert, from Camden, played at Argyle Square as a youngster and went on to play with Essex Rebels. The 24-year-old student died in a car crash in Colchester on 1 February, alongside three of his University of Essex friends.

Walking through the streets of Singapore, Warriors assistant coach Khalid Robinson felt parallels between the dense island nation's culture and his hometown of Harlem, New York.

Despite missing key players, the Liberty improved their game and energy to secure an 85-76 victory against the Wings, demonstrating strong teamwork and ball movement.

The court was unveiled in the rain, and Harden looked puzzled as officials removed the tarp that covered it. He then pumped his fists in joy.

Mamukelashvili's unique skill set as a center includes the ability to handle the ball, create for others, and shoot three-pointers, which can offer versatility for the Raptors.

The Mystics have lost two games in a row and are now sitting with a 13-15 record. If the season ended today, they will not make the postseason.

"One-four, two-five, my math came from the go-go / My rap came from the culture, my rap game from the GOAT though," Wale declares, grounding his identity in both regional rhythm and generational excellence.

Julian Pace's 'Courtside' at Sotheby's Los Angeles features large-scale paintings that celebrate basketball icons through exaggerated proportions and fluid designs, capturing their charisma and aura.