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Retired NBA star Derrick Rose pictured on Wednesday during his visit to Hong Kong. Photo: Elson Li
NBA

Former NBA star Rose could play for Yao Ming foundation in China charity match

The All-Star and World Cup winner visits Hong Kong for basketball clinic after trip to mainland China.

Hong Kong sports

United States beckons as basketball scholarship opens doors for Hong Kong teen

2025 National Games

Hong Kong officials spend HK$1 million on new basketball court for National Games

NBA

Who is NBA hopeful Yang Hansen? Chinese teen idolises LeBron, dreams of stardom

The youngster has dominated Chinese basketball since joining Qingdao Eagles, hopes to win a spot in the game’s pinnacle on his 20th birthday.

Qingdao Eagles centre Yang Hansen (middle) makes a lay-up in their CBA second-round 101-96 defeat to Zhejiang Lions on Wednesday. Photo: Xinhua
Qingdao Eagles centre Yang Hansen (middle) makes a lay-up in their CBA second-round 101-96 defeat to Zhejiang Lions on Wednesday. Photo: Xinhua
NBA

China basketball teen Yang to enter 2025 NBA draft, ready ‘mentally, physically’

Yang Hansen calls decision most important of his life, says he’s ready to ‘showcase myself on a bigger stage’.

NBA

Gilgeous-Alexander, Jokic, Antetokounmpo: NBA playoffs again a global showcase

About 30 per cent of players represent 44 nations, and in a first, the NBA’s five statistical champions come from five different countries.

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NBA

Celtics break NBA season 3s record in 123-103 victory over the Suns

Boston hit 14 of 39 from three point range to take season total to 1,370, racing past previous best of 1,363 in 2022-23 by Golden State.

Boston’s Derrick White attempts a jump shot against Ryan Dunn of the Phoenix Suns during the second quarter at the TD Garden. Photo: Getty Images
Boston’s Derrick White attempts a jump shot against Ryan Dunn of the Phoenix Suns during the second quarter at the TD Garden. Photo: Getty Images
NBA

Chinese player Cui Yongxi vows return to NBA after recovering from knee injury

The 21-year-old, who was cut by the Brooklyn Nets after a season-ending ACL injury, now back in New York after recuperating in his hometown.

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NBA

German glass company aims to challenge NBA’s long-time hardwood-floor foundation

‘We’re at the initial stages of the iPhone being launched,’ says ASB GlassFloor boss, who sees glass courts as a tech-driven alternative.

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2025 National Games

‘Like home’: Groot Baltink set to give up Dutch passport to play for Hong Kong

The Dalian-born 18-year-old with a father from Netherlands hopes to be selected in the under-22 basketball team for November’s National Games.

Anthony Groot Baltink (left) in action against NBA star Jimmy Butler. Photo: Hong Kong Eastern
NBA

NBA to review European league plan, which includes new London, Paris franchises

Sports business news website Sportico says league owners will consider a plan that includes eight to 10 franchises, some worth US$500 million.

Sportico reports that the proposal for a European league proposal will be discussed at this week’s NBA Board of Governors meeting. Photo: AFP
Sportico reports that the proposal for a European league proposal will be discussed at this week’s NBA Board of Governors meeting. Photo: AFP
WNBA

Hong Kong ‘inspired me just as much’, WNBA’s Ionescu says after wowing pupils

New York Liberty player says she shared a bond with local girls who ‘haven’t had a team to play for’, and was happy to share her story.

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WNBA

WNBA’s Ionescu says defending title will be as tough as winning first one

Three-time All-Star also calls for ‘a collective voice’ from players in talks over a new collective bargaining agreement.

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2025 National Games

Hong Kong young gun wants to help put city basketball ‘on the map’

Ivan Yang says representing the city at National Games would be an honour, and wants to inspire the next generation to play the sport.

New Hong Kong Eastern signing Ivan Yang playing for Hiram College. Photo: Handout
NBA

What to know about March Madness college basketball event, including where to watch

No matter how much you know about US college basketball, here are some key things to know about the annual men’s and women’s tournaments.

A Wilson basketball with the March Madness logo before the game between the Wisconsin Badgers and Penn State Nittany Lions at Kohl Center in early March. Photo: AFP
A Wilson basketball with the March Madness logo before the game between the Wisconsin Badgers and Penn State Nittany Lions at Kohl Center in early March. Photo: AFP
WNBA

WNBA star Ionescu tells Hong Kong pupils to ‘dream big’ on third leg of Asia tour

New York Liberty point guard runs through some drills with Heep Yunn School pupils, then watches them win inter-school championship.

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Pelicans set to become first NBA team to play in Australia with pre-season visit

The franchise will play two matches in October against Melbourne clubs at Melbourne Park, venue of the Australian Open tennis.

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NBA

LeBron James becomes first to score 50,000 points in NBA regular season, playoffs

The 40-year-old Los Angeles Lakers superstar and NBA icon extends his lead as league’s all-time record scorer against New Orleans Pelicans.

The Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James (right) shoots a three-point basket against the New Orleans Pelicans to reach 50,002 NBA regular-season and playoff career points at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday. Photo: TNS
The Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James (right) shoots a three-point basket against the New Orleans Pelicans to reach 50,002 NBA regular-season and playoff career points at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday. Photo: TNS
NBA

Doncic posts triple-double for LA Lakers against former team Dallas Mavericks

Slovenian star gathers 19 points, 15 rebounds, 12 assists in first game against Mavericks, who traded him for Anthony Davis three weeks ago.

While you were sleeping

Man United job cuts to reach over 400, Leeds’ huge win, Luka Doncic to face Mavs

More bad news comes out of Old Trafford, while it’s all smiles for Leeds as they take a huge step towards the Premier League.

FIBA

Hong Kong basketball chiefs hopeful despite dismal Fiba Asia Cup qualifying run

Sunday’s 99-83 loss to Chinese Taipei at Tsuen Wan Sports Centre marks a sixth consecutive defeat and missing out on regional event again.

Hong Kong’s Duncan Reid shoots a layup against New Zealand’s Tai Wynyard in their Fiba Asia Cup qualifier last Thursday. Photo: Elson Li
FIBA

Hong Kong basketball players eye adequate insurance after sponsorship deal

Sun Life inject HK$10 million-plus and hold talks to help players who incurred heavy bills under association’s previous medical insurance.

Duncan Reid (left) and Leung Shiu-wah of Hong Kong in action against Chinese Taipei. Photo: Fiba
Duncan Reid (left) and Leung Shiu-wah of Hong Kong in action against Chinese Taipei. Photo: Fiba
FIBA

Philippines’ shock loss adds to Hong Kong woe as city’s FIBA Asia Cup hopes end

Defeat by New Zealand leaves Hong Kong at the mercy of other results, but Chinese Taipei produce surprise win.

Trending in China

China basketball star Guo fears blindness after freak training accident

Guo Ailun needs 40 stitches after incident with Guangzhou Loong Lions teammate during routine drill.

NBA

NBA star suggests All-Star Game in China, but Chinese fans give hostile reaction

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s idea badly received, while in the game itself, Shaq’s OGs overcome LeBron James injury to triumph in new format.

Giannis Antetokounmpo speaks during a press conference before the NBA All-Star event. Photo: AP
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