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Former Memphis Grizzlies defensive star Tony Allen has been arrested in connection with the NBA health insurance fraud case, a development that reignites a scandal involving former league players and medical benefits.
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The NBA’s 2025-26 season marks a major milestone for Filipino fans, with every game now available live as the league strengthens its digital presence in the Philippines.
Prime Video kicked off NBA on Prime Video in the Philippines with a star-studded “From Streets to Stream” watch party, debuting its live game coverage and interactive viewing features that bring fans closer to the action.
The NBA announced a record 135 international players from 43 countries across six continents on opening-night rosters for the 2025-26 season, highlighting the league’s growing global reach and diverse talent pool.
Africell and NBA Africa are expanding their youth basketball collaboration from Angola to the DRC, The Gambia, and Sierra Leone, offering clinics, tournaments, and community programs in 2026.
The 2025-26 NBA season tips off with a new way to watch. Amazon Prime Video joins Cignal and NBA League Pass to bring Filipino fans closer to the action, highlighted by the Thunder’s ring ceremony and marquee clashes featuring the Celtics, Knicks, Lakers, and Timberwolves.
NBA legend Gary Payton visited Manila for a Daily Fantasy basketball panel, where he spoke out against the four-point line and reflected on iconic moments from his career, including a rookie-year encounter with Michael Jordan.
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LeBron James is entering another NBA season, but questions linger about how long he will keep playing. Carmelo Anthony shares his thoughts on LeBron’s future as pundits react to “The Second Decision.”
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LeBron James enters his 23rd NBA season with the Lakers at age 40, but speculation grows that 2026 could bring a major shift in his basketball journey.
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The Kawhi Leonard–Los Angeles Clippers scandal has drawn scrutiny from former NBA star Tim Hardaway, who warns that violations of league rules could threaten player reputations, team penalties, and the integrity of the NBA itself.