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  • Overenthusiastic fan arrested for allegedly throwing water bottle at NBA star

    May 31, 2021 12:53 PM

    Professional basketball players take to the court knowing that any number of things can happen during a game. They mentally prepare for the possibility of wins, losses, injuries, and even disagreements with colleagues. But most NBA stars don't expect fans to throw water bottles at them. This is... more »
  • NBA players make overnight trip to Vatican for discussion with Pope on social justice issues

    November 23, 2020 10:04 AM

    Some of the sports industry's most prominent figures have made their way to the heart of Rome for a Monday morning discussion with Pope Francis. According to ESPN , six representatives from the National Basketball Players Association (NBA) are meeting with the 83-year-old head of the Roman Catholic Church... more »
  • After suing City of Milwaukee on claims of police brutality, NBA player reaches $750,000 settlement with city

    November 10, 2020 6:24 AM

    WILWAUKEE, Wisconsin - After suing the City of Milwaukee on claims of being unnecessarily tackled, tased, and stepped on by police in Milwaukee, an African American NBA player has reached a $750,000 proposed settlement with the city, CNN reports. The alleged incident of police brutality, Milwaukee Bucks player Sterling... more »
  • NBA players reportedly decide to resume playoffs

    August 27, 2020 1:31 PM

    Players with the National Basketball Association have chosen to resume the playoffs. ESPN reporter, Adrian Wojnarowski, was the first to report that the players met Thursday morning to discuss the state of the postseason after the Milwaukee Bucks decided not to take the floor against the Orlando Magic... more »
  • NBA player Chris Paul sports head-to-toe SU gear

    August 21, 2020 9:36 AM

    NBA Player Chris Paul, has gear that even the most dedicated Southern Jags fans can get on board with. Paul, while playing in the playoffs of the NBA 'bubble', has consistently been sporting HBCU pride. Thursday was 'THE' Southern University's turn to have a moment in the spotlight.... more »
  • BR rapper, Lit Yoshi, held on $1.82 M bond, connected with gang-related shootings

    July 29, 2020 9:19 AM

    A Baton Rouge rapper who investigators say is connected to a string of shootings between April of 2019 and July of this year was given a new bond of $1.8 million-plus Tuesday. Lit Yoshi is the name that 21-year-old Mieyoshi Tyree Edwards goes by. One of the shooting... more »
  • Trendon Watford declares for NBA Draft; Will maintain eligibility

    April 12, 2020 7:15 PM

    LSU forward Trendon Watford, a member of the 2020 All-SEC Freshman team, announced on Sunday that he will enter the 2020 NBA Draft process. Watford’s current plans are to retain his eligibility as he goes through the NBA evaluation process. Watford announced his decision earlier on Sunday on his... more »
  • LSU freshman, Trendon Watford, declares for the NBA Draft

    April 12, 2020 3:25 PM

    BATON ROUGE - LSU freshman Trendon Watford is taking his talents to the next level, forgoing the rest his collegiate career and declaring for the NBA Draft. The LSU Tiger announced his decision in a heartfelt letter to the University and Team. #LSU freshman Trendon Watford (... more »
  • Pelicans acquire Cousins, Casspi in multi-player deal

    February 20, 2017 4:25 PM

    NEW ORLEANS – The New Orleans Pelicans have agreed to trade with the Sacramento Kings to acquire center DeMarcus Cousins and forward Omri Casspi in exchange for guards Buddy Hield, Tyreke Evans, Langston Galloway. The trade also includes two of the Pelicans' future draft picks. Cousins, 6'11'' was drafted... more »
  • L.A. declares Wednesday 'Kobe Bryant Day'

    August 24, 2016 12:22 PM

    LOS ANGELES – The city of Los Angeles will honor retired Los Angeles Lakers Kobe Bryant as it declares Wednesday "Kobe Bryant Day." Aug. 24 represents the two numbers that Bryant wore during his 20 seasons for the team. Bryant wore number 8 his first 10 seasons and 24... more »
  • Benson properties 'business as usual' after settlement

    June 17, 2016 3:36 PM

    NEW ORLEANS – A spokesperson for Tom Benson said Friday that the New Orleans Saints owner’s properties will remain “business as usual” after a settlement was reached between Benson and trustees. The spokesperson for Benson said the terms of the settlement will remain confidential, but both the National Football... more »
  • Police: Pelicans guard Dejean-Jones fatally shot in Dallas

    May 28, 2016 3:42 PM

    DALLAS –New Orleans Pelicans guard Bryce Dejean-Jones was fatally shot on his daughter's first birthday after he mistakenly went to the wrong apartment in Dallas. A man living at the apartment was sleeping when he heard his front door kicked open, Dallas Police Senior Cpl. DeMarquis Black said in... more »
  • Spurs beat Pelicans, set NBA record with 38-0 start at home

    March 31, 2016 5:48 AM

    SAN ANTONIO- Manu Ginobili scored 20 points and the San Antonio Spurs beat the injury-depleted New Orleans Pelicans 100-92 on Wednesday night for their NBA-record 38th straight home victory to open a season. San Antonio topped the 37-0 start by the Chicago Bulls during their record 72-victory season in 1995-96.... more »
  • Report: Ben Simmons to hire agent, declare for NBA draft

    March 21, 2016 10:34 AM

    BATON ROUGE - LSU's Ben Simmons will hire an agent and declare for the NBA draft, ESPN.com reported Monday morning. #asexpected Ben Simmons announces he's got an agent and is headed to the NBA Draft. @WBRZ — Michael Cauble (@MichaelCauble) March 21, 2016 "I'm making it... more »
  • Tom Benson: I'm not selling my teams

    December 27, 2015 9:45 PM

    NEW ORLEANS -- New Orleans Saints owner Tom Benson released a statement Sunday afternoon saying he has no intentions of selling his two professional sports franchises , according to WWL-TV . Benson's statement comes a day after The Times-Picayune's columnist Jeff Duncan argued Benson should sell his team because... more »

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