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Former Phoenix Mercury star praises landmark WNBA retiree payments

Former Phoenix Mercury star praises landmark WNBA retiree payments

  • Dana Scott and Jenna Ortiz Arizona Republic

Former Phoenix Mercury star Bridget Pettis says the WNBA’s new retiree payments provide long-overdue recognition for league pioneers while she continues her community work through farming in south Phoenix.

Knicks celebrity fans, explained: Origin stories from Spike Lee to Timothée Chalamet

Knicks celebrity fans, explained: Origin stories from Spike Lee to Timothée Chalamet

  • MARK GIANNOTTO USA Today

Perhaps the best way to humanize the world's biggest celebrities is to get them talking about sitting courtside at Madison Square Garden for a New York Knicks game.

Trump trashes the NBA. So why will he attend Knicks-Spurs finals game?

Trump trashes the NBA. So why will he attend Knicks-Spurs finals game?

  • Josh Meyer USA Today

President Donald Trump has openly trashed the NBA as a bastion of player activism with overt liberal politics that could “destroy” the game of basketball.

Rasheer Fleming aims for bigger role with Suns after flashing potential as a rookie

Rasheer Fleming aims for bigger role with Suns after flashing potential as a rookie

  • Duane Rankin Arizona Republic

Rasheer Fleming showed flashes as a rookie for the Phoenix Suns. Now the athletic forward is focused on expanding his game and competing for a larger role.

New York Knicks on the Verge of Historic NBA Title Win

New York Knicks on the Verge of Historic NBA Title Win

  • SportsGrid

After a 53-year hiatus, the New York Knicks are just two wins away from an NBA title. Prices spike as fans energize, sparking unparalleled excitement.

Trump’s NBA Finals Visit Changes Everything at MSG

Trump’s NBA Finals Visit Changes Everything at MSG

  • Howdy Sports - Vertical

Donald Trump’s attendance at Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals has sparked major reactions from New York Knicks fans. With enhanced security, TSA-style screenings, and a strict no-bag policy at Madison Square Garden, the biggest Knicks home game in decades just got even more intense.

President Donald Trump Blasted for 'Out-of-Touch' Response to Pricey NBA Finals Tickets: 'That's the Way Life Is'

President Donald Trump Blasted for 'Out-of-Touch' Response to Pricey NBA Finals Tickets: 'That's the Way Life Is'

  • OK Magazine - Vertical

An interview reposted to X on Friday, June 5 captured President Trump commenting on high prices for Game 3 in New York, a topic drawing online reaction. Asked about a reported $8,000 minimum ticket, he said fans could watch on television, describing it as “semi-free” as debate over NBA Final…

The mystery prospect who became Knicks' X-factor: 'We had to find out his name'

The mystery prospect who became Knicks' X-factor: 'We had to find out his name'

    The entire NBA knows the Anunoby name — from rookie-year starter to eventual NBA champion with Toronto to current glue-man for the New York Knicks.

    Can’t afford sky-high tickets to see the Knicks in person? Trump says ‘watch it on television’

    Can’t afford sky-high tickets to see the Knicks in person? Trump says ‘watch it on television’

      Can’t afford sky-high tickets to see the Knicks in person? Trump says ‘watch it on television’

      Adam Silver stands by 65-game rule, gives update on Kawhi Leonard Aspiration investigation

      Adam Silver stands by 65-game rule, gives update on Kawhi Leonard Aspiration investigation

        Adam Silver is not budging on the 65-game rule.

        See NBA's Jalen Brunson in his early days

        See NBA's Jalen Brunson in his early days

          Check out highlight clips of the New York Knicks' star point guard and team captain

          Knicks win Game 1 of NBA Finals as Brunson, Towns stifle Wembanyama, Spurs

          Knicks win Game 1 of NBA Finals as Brunson, Towns stifle Wembanyama, Spurs

            If Game 1 was any indication of what this series will eventually become, the 2026 NBA Finals are going to be absolutely enthralling.

            'I'm going to figure it out' - Wembanyama gets candid over lackluster Game 1 performance.

            'I'm going to figure it out' - Wembanyama gets candid over lackluster Game 1 performance.

              'I'm going to figure it out' - Wembanyama gets candid over lackluster Game 1 performance.

              Commissioner Adam Silver, at finals, says NBA continues to move toward league in Europe

              Commissioner Adam Silver, at finals, says NBA continues to move toward league in Europe

                Commissioner Adam Silver, at finals, says NBA continues to move toward league in Europe

                Inside the NBA and WNBA's booming player-to-broadcast pipeline

                Inside the NBA and WNBA's booming player-to-broadcast pipeline

                While athletes in tennis and even the NFL have double dipped in broadcasting and playing, the trend of active player contributors continues to gain steam in professional basketball.

                'He's pretty unique' - Brit NBA star OG Anunoby on how to guard 'super talented' Wembanyama

                'He's pretty unique' - Brit NBA star OG Anunoby on how to guard 'super talented' Wembanyama

                'He's pretty unique' - Brit NBA star OG Anunoby on how to guard 'super talented' Wembanyama

                Knicks legend Jeremy Lin joining ESPN's NBA Finals coverage team

                Knicks legend Jeremy Lin joining ESPN's NBA Finals coverage team

                Lin, whose memorable play for the New York Knicks during the 2011-12 season sparked the international “Linsanity” craze, is joining ESPN’s NBA Finals coverage as an analyst.

                Hall of Fame basketball coach Rick Adelman dies at 79

                Hall of Fame basketball coach Rick Adelman dies at 79

                Rick Adelman, who coached his teams to more than 1,000 wins in a Naismith Hall of Fame career, has died at 79, the National Basketball Coaches Association announced Monday.

                GCU guard aims to break decades-long NBA Draft drought

                GCU guard aims to break decades-long NBA Draft drought

                Grand Canyon has had seven players in its history selected in the NBA Draft, but none in the school's Division I era.

                Arizona well represented at the NBA Finals for the 12th straight year

                Arizona well represented at the NBA Finals for the 12th straight year

                For the 12th straight year, the Arizona Wildcats are well represented at the NBA Finals. 

                Stay-or-go anxiety nothing new for Arizona Wildcat teams | Greg Hansen

                Stay-or-go anxiety nothing new for Arizona Wildcat teams | Greg Hansen

                Greg Hansen's notebook: Stay-or-go anxiety has been part of Tucson's sports fabric for almost forever, or at least dating to 1962. That was 45 years before Koa Peat was born.

                Phoenix Mercury begin Commissioner's Cup at home vs. Lynx

                Phoenix Mercury begin Commissioner's Cup at home vs. Lynx

                Phoenix Mercury open Commissioner’s Cup play against the Minnesota Lynx, beginning a pivotal seven-game Western Conference tournament stretch with matchups against Seattle and expansion team Portland.

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                Bear Down brotherhood, coaches lead Ahzan Bacote to Arizona Wildcats

                Milan Momcilovic not a loss for Arizona Wildcats | Greg Hansen

                Milan Momcilovic not a loss for Arizona Wildcats | Greg Hansen

                Arizona men's golf returns to prominence | Greg Hansen

                Arizona men's golf returns to prominence | Greg Hansen

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                View all of our stories about America's 250th anniversary

                America commemorates its 250th anniversary in 2026. Here's how our community is marking this historic milestone.

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                Wemby Breaks Down After Spurs Reach NBA Finals

                Wemby Breaks Down After Spurs Reach NBA Finals

                Victor Wembanyama leads the San Antonio Spurs to the NBA Finals after an emotional Game 7 win over OKC. From Finals pressure and playoff drama to tears, controversy, and a Western Conference Finals MVP performance, Wemby proved he’s built for the biggest NBA moments.

                San Antonio Spurs vs. New York Knicks: Who has edge in NBA Finals?

                San Antonio Spurs vs. New York Knicks: Who has edge in NBA Finals?

                The San Antonio Spurs will take on the New York Knicks in the 2026 NBA Finals. It is a rematch of the 1999 Finals.

                Spurs end Thunder's title defense, reach first NBA Finals since 2014

                Spurs end Thunder's title defense, reach first NBA Finals since 2014

                The San Antonio Spurs held off the defending NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Finals, winning in Oklahoma City to advance to the championship series.

                NBA approves new draft lottery system to combat tanking: What it means

                NBA approves new draft lottery system to combat tanking: What it means

                The NBA voted to approve a new draft lottery system designed to eliminate incentives for teams to tank during the regular season, the league announced on Thursday.

                NBA owners ratify anti-tanking lottery system

                NBA owners ratify anti-tanking lottery system

                By a reported 29-1 margin, the NBA ratified a new lottery system that disincentivizes teams from trying to finish last in the league. 

                These Knicks are historic. Can they actually win the NBA Finals?

                These Knicks are historic. Can they actually win the NBA Finals?

                You can make the case that no team in NBA history has played better basketball over an 11-game stretch than the New York Knicks are playing right now.

                'It was really special' - Brunson getting the East Finals MVP trophy from Knicks legends Fraizer and Ewing

                'It was really special' - Brunson getting the East Finals MVP trophy from Knicks legends Fraizer and Ewing

                'It was really special' - Brunson getting the East Finals MVP trophy from Knicks legends Fraizer and Ewing

                Knicks steamroll through East, now eye first NBA title since 1973

                Knicks steamroll through East, now eye first NBA title since 1973

                The Knicks capped a dominant playoff run by eliminating the Cavaliers and are now four wins away from their first NBA title since 1973.

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