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Ousmane Dieng opens fifth NBA season with Milwaukee Bucks
French forward Ousmane Dieng begins his fifth NBA campaign with the Milwaukee Bucks on October 22, his first full season in Wisconsin after signing a three-year contract worth $17.5 million.
Giannis opens up on Miami move, jersey switch and fame on Thanalysis Show
Giannis Antetokounmpo talks about his move to the Miami Heat, changing his jersey number from 34 to 7 and navigating celebrity life on The Thanalysis Show podcast.
Uganda Gazelles forward Janon Jaye Otto signs with BC Beroe Stara Zagora
American-born forward Janon Jaye Otto, who holds a Ugandan passport, has joined Bulgarian club BC Beroe Stara Zagora from Spanish side Joventut ahead of the new season.
Okogie outlines his approach to fixing Utah's defence
Nigerian wing Josh Okogie says the Utah Jazz's defensive rebuild starts with competition and chemistry, ahead of his first preseason with the franchise.
Joel Embiid undergoes emergency appendicitis surgery in Houston
Philadelphia 76ers centre Joel Embiid had emergency surgery in Houston on Thursday after being diagnosed with appendicitis, casting doubt over his availability for the postseason push.
Achiuwa buys $1.84 million condo at Jean-Georges Miami Tropic Residences
Sacramento Kings forward Precious Achiuwa has signed a contract on a two-bedroom unit in the 49-story Miami luxury tower developed by Terra and Lion Development Group.
Maluach Posts Double-Double Against Wembanyama in Preseason Start
Phoenix Suns centre Khaman Maluach recorded 10 points and 15 rebounds in his first preseason start, drawing praise from teammates and coaches for his defence against Victor Wembanyama.
Khaman Maluach impresses against Wembanyama in Suns preseason win
Phoenix Suns centre Khaman Maluach posted 10 points and 15 rebounds in a preseason win over the San Antonio Spurs, holding his own against Victor Wembanyama.
Arizona's Mawut sends 300 pairs of shoes to South Sudan camp
Arizona forward Mabil Mawut delivered more than 300 donated pairs of shoes from Tucson to a basketball camp in his hometown of Bor Town, South Sudan.
Khaman Maluach Posts Double-Double in First Start
South Sudanese centre Khaman Maluach delivered 10 points and 15 rebounds in 23 minutes after moving into the starting lineup.
Senegalese player Aminata Seck nears release on bail in US
Kentucky State University player Aminata Seck is set to be released on bail after nearly two months in US detention over a visa-related immigration issue.
Khaman Maluach outduels Wembanyama as Suns beat Spurs in preseason
Khaman Maluach posted 10 points and 15 rebounds as Phoenix beat San Antonio 102-98 despite a late Spurs rally.
Kentucky State centre Amina Seck released after two months in ICE custody
Amina Seck, a 26-year-old Senegalese basketball player from Dakar, has been released on bond from a Kentucky detention centre while her immigration case continues.
Alfred Aboya joins Kentucky coaching staff after NBA Academy Africa stint
The Cameroon-born former UCLA big man, most recently head coach of the NBA's Africa academy in Senegal, fills the final spot on Mark Pope's staff in Lexington.
Coulibaly faces defining season as Wizards reshape roster
Bilal Coulibaly started on the bench for Washington as the franchise reinforced its squad, leaving the French forward weighing a contract deadline and a new three-point shot.
Senegalese player Aminata Seck freed on bond while Mississippi Valley State forward Pang detained by ICE
Kentucky State's Aminata Seck has been released on a $2,500 bond, as Mississippi Valley State announces concern for detained men's player Qingfang Pang.
Jonathan Kuminga confronts fan over nickname after Timberwolves debut
Timberwolves forward Jonathan Kuminga reacted angrily when a fan shouted a disrespectful internet nickname at him following Minnesota's 123-112 preseason loss to the Indiana Pacers.
Moctar Ndir steps back after 25 years at ADA Blois
After a quarter of a century with ADA Blois, Senegalese-born Moctar Ndir is taking a step back, honoured by the club where he built his life in Loir-et-Cher.
Pascal Siakam channels father's legacy through PS43 Foundation education drive
Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam is using his PS43 Foundation to back education-focused startups, with plans to extend the programme to schools in his native Cameroon.
Khaman Maluach takes reserve role as Suns fall to Pistons in preseason opener
Khaman Maluach scored 6 points off the bench as Phoenix lost 109-107 to Detroit, with the 20-year-old still working behind Mark Williams and Oso Ighodaro.
Congolese Centre Muila Mwaka Joins Vienna, Targets Champions League Minutes
Congolese centre Jean-David Muila Mwaka has signed with Vienna in the Austrian top flight, joining a side competing in the Basketball Champions League and the ABA League.
Hakeem Olajuwon's son Abdul-Malik joins SMU Mustangs in ACC
Abdul-Malik Olajuwon, son of NBA legend Hakeem Olajuwon, has enrolled at SMU and will play for the Mustangs in the ACC alongside Jermaine O'Neal Jr.
Khaman Maluach credits strength staff for physical transformation ahead of second Suns season
Phoenix Suns centre Khaman Maluach says added strength has changed his body and slowed the game down as he prepares for his second NBA year.
Malian teenager Abdu Kone registered to Barcelona EuroLeague squad
The 16-year-old centre from Mali has been added to Barcelona's EuroLeague roster, becoming the youngest player on the first team list.