Africans abroad
The continent's basketball stories, from Lagos to Luanda, Dakar to Cairo.
Diabate's glass work powers Hornets offence, says writer
Charlotte's Moussa Diabate turned empty possessions into live ones last season, ranking fifth in the NBA in offensive rebounds and earning the league's Hustle Player of the Year award.
Ruto attends WNBA game to back Kenyan rookie Madina Okot
Kenyan President William Ruto watched the Atlanta Dream's regular-season finale at Barclays Center, posing for photos with Mumias-born centre Madina Okot.
Pascal Siakam eligible for three-year extension with Pacers
The Indiana forward has been eligible since July 6 to sign a three-year extension worth up to $207 million, though general manager Chad Buchanan declined to discuss the team's plans.
Kenya's Madina Okot finishes rookie WNBA season with Atlanta Dream before meeting President Ruto
Kenyan centre Madina Okot capped a historic rookie WNBA season with Atlanta Dream as President William Ruto watched her side beat New York Liberty 83-65 in the regular-season finale.
Senegalese trio open Euroleague campaign with club wins
Badio, Faye and Ndiaye began Euroleague play with Panathinaikos, Paris Basketball and Olympiacos, two of whom posted convincing opening-day victories.
Kenyan rookie Madina Okot meets President Ruto after Dream's win over Liberty
Atlanta Dream centre Madina Okot shared a courtside moment with Kenyan President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto after the Dream beat the New York Liberty 83-65 in their final regular-season game.
Senegalese Basketball Player Aminata Seck Held in US Since August 7
Senegalese basketball player Aminata Seck has been in US immigration detention since 7 August, according to her lawyer, who says her client has received only ibuprofen for serious knee and back pain.
Nneka Ogwumike becomes fourth WNBA player to reach 8,000 career points
Los Angeles Sparks forward and first-generation Nigerian-American Nneka Ogwumike has become only the fourth WNBA player to score 8,000 career points.
Toronto Tempo add Borkowska and Gakdeng on developmental deals
The Toronto Tempo have signed Polish centre Kamila Borkowska and South Sudanese centre Maria Gakdeng to developmental contracts to strengthen their depth at the position.
Siakam ranked eighth among NBA power forwards by HoopsHype
The Cameroon forward averaged 24 points per game in 2025-26 and earned All-Star honours in each of the past two seasons, according to HoopsHype.
How three Raptors trades turned Pascal Siakam into Kawhi Leonard's replacement
Pascal Siakam stepped into Kawhi Leonard's role after the 2019 championship run, anchoring a rebuild that ultimately brought Leonard back to Toronto in 2026-27.
Abdulmalik Impresses on Djurgården Debut After Record Move
Nigerian-born winger Abdul Abdulmalik came off the bench to help Djurgården thrash Haninge 7-1 in the Svenska Cupen, days after completing a record £1.5m move from Boreham Wood.
LeBron James visits Luanda for E1 Series Grand Prix
The NBA's all-time leading scorer spent Sunday at the UIM E1 World Championship stop in Angola, meeting young basketball players while racing with Team AlUla.
LeBron James Arrives in Angola for First Visit to Africa
NBA star LeBron James landed in Luanda on Saturday ahead of an E1GP electric boat race, and spent his first day meeting Angolan business leaders and visiting the National Slavery Museum.
Maluach and Ighodaro in line to replace injured Mark Williams at centre for Phoenix Suns
With Mark Williams set for a long absence after left shoulder surgery, Phoenix must turn to Khaman Maluach or Oso Ighodaro to start at centre.
Kuminga heads to Minnesota after Bulls decline to promise starting role
Jonathan Kuminga will play for Minnesota on a short-term deal after Chicago refused to guarantee him a starting or closing role.
Dikembe Mutombo: the basketball legacy that reached far beyond the court
From Georgetown classrooms to NBA stardom, the late Dikembe Mutombo used basketball to champion causes in Africa and worldwide, including a hospital in DR Congo and the rise of NBA Africa.
Kenyan NCAA champion Doris Lemngole turns professional with On
Kenyan distance runner Doris Lemngole has signed a professional contract with Swiss sportswear brand On after a record-breaking NCAA career at the University of Alabama.
South Sudanese-Australian forward Kuany Kuany joins Maroussi
Maroussi B.C. have signed 26-year-old South Sudanese-Australian forward Kuany Kuany for the 2026-27 Greek league season.
Jonathan Kuminga joins Timberwolves on two-year deal
The Minnesota Timberwolves have officially signed former Golden State Warriors NBA champion Jonathan Kuminga to a two-year, $13 million contract and confirmed he will wear jersey number 24.
Josh Okogie to appear at Nonstop Summer Carnival in Atlanta
NBA guard Josh Okogie is set to feature on ATL Live to discuss the Nonstop Summer Carnival, a free community festival scheduled for Sunday, September 6 in Atlanta.
Kuminga handed clear starting role at Timberwolves, says agent
Agent Aaron Turner says Jonathan Kuminga will start at power forward for Minnesota alongside LaMelo Ball, Anthony Edwards, Jaden McDaniels and Rudy Gobert.
Thibodeau warned Diabate over early NBA draft decision
Charlotte Hornets centre Moussa Diabate says Tom Thibodeau told him before the 2022 draft that declaring early had cost him a first-round spot.
Kanouté stars for Mali despite loss to Ivory Coast
Orléans guard Siriman Kanouté scored 23 points but Mali fell 77-83 to Ivory Coast in World Cup 2027 qualifying. Kanouté finished as top scorer of the game.