Phoenix Suns to induct Amar’e Stoudemire into Ring of Honor
Stoudemire, who also played for Hapoel Jerusalem and Maccabi Tel Aviv, formally converted to Judaism with a Rabbinical court in 2020.
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Ryan Turell, formerly of Yeshiva U, features in new documentary on G League season
Former Yeshiva U phenom Ryan Turell features in Amazon’s ‘Destination NBA: A G League Odyssey.’
NBA: Sale of Charlotte Hornets to Jewish businessmen approved
NBA's board of governors approves sale of Charlotte Hornets to a group led by Jewish businessmen Rick Schnall and Gabe Plotkin.
Charlotte Hornets sign Jewish draft pick
Charlotte Hornets sign guard Amari Bailey, the 41st overall pick the NBA draft, to a two-way contract.
NBA's Charlotte Hornets draft Jewish guard Amari Bailey
Bailey’s Jewish heritage comes from his mother, and his agent confirmed that Bailey identifies as Jewish.
Meyers Leonard signs for season with NBA team two years after antisemitic slur
Leonard will play rest of season with Milwaukee Bucks after 10-day tryout, had not played since anti-Jewish slur incident in 2021.
NBA player apologizes again over use of antisemitic slur in 2021: I’m incredibly sorry
Meyers Leonard, who signed with the Milwaukee Bucks and will return to the NBA, apologizes once again over use of "k**e" two years ago.
Two years later: Player who used antisemitic slur to return to the NBA
Meyers Leonard, who was suspended and fined in 2021 for using the word “k**e” during a livestream, signs with Milwaukee Bucks.
Kyrie Irving slammed for deleting apology over sharing antisemitic film
NBA star facing questions after deleting post apologizing for sharing link to antisemitic documentary after being traded to new team.
NBA star accused of antisemitism to be traded to team owned by Jew
Kyrie Irving to be traded from Brooklyn Nets to Dallas Mavericks, which is owned by Jewish entrepreneur Mike Cuban.
Jewish billionaire Mat Ishbia buys Phoenix NBA, WNBA teams from Robert Sarver
Sarver sells Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury. teams for $4 billion following accusations against him.
Trolling the opposition? Detroit Pistons wish Kyrie Irving a 'Happy Hanukkah'
Detroit Pistons wish Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving a happy Hanukkah after his suspension over antisemitism.
In Detroit, Orthodox Jews turn out in spades to watch NBA hopeful
‘Put in Ryan!’: Orthodox NBA hopeful Ryan Turell’s fanbase turns up in Detroit.
Suspended NBA star apologizes to Jewish community
Ahead of expected return to the court, Kyrie Irving apologizes after posting link to a film containing antisemitic material.
Brooklyn Nets star suspended over antisemitic tweet to return on Sunday
Kyrie Irving was suspended by the Nets after sharing link to antisemitic documentary, then refusing to say he isn't antisemitic.
NBA commissioner: ‘I’ve never heard an antisemitic word from Kyrie Irving’
Adam Silver says that whether Irving is antisemitic or not is irrelevant to the damage his posting of offensive film caused.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar: Kyrie Irving being used to push antisemitic messages
Basketball legend says that whether intentional or not, Kyrie Irving is being 'unwittingly used' to promote hatred and antisemitism.
NBA commissioner meets Nets' Irving amid firestorm over antisemitic tweet
Brooklyn Nets star and NBA commissioner Adam Silver reportedly hold “productive visit”, days after Silver criticized his conduct.
After suspension: Kyrie Irving apologizes for sharing antisemitic content
Brooklyn Nets point guard says he is "deeply sorry" and apologizes to Jewish people after he shared link to antisemitic movie on Twitter.
NBA: Brooklyn Nets suspend Kyrie Irving over antisemitic post
Brooklyn Nets announce star point guard will be suspended no less than five games after his refusal to say he has no antisemitic beliefs.
Kyrie Irving to donate $500,000 following antisemitic tweet
Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Nets will each donate $500,000 in wake of Irving's controversial social media post.
Charles Barkley slams NBA commissioner over Kyrie Irving antisemitism controversy
Former basketball star Charles Barkley calls out NBA’s Jewish commissioner for not disciplining Kyrie Irving over antisemitism controversy.
Watch: Former NBA stars blast current star over antisemitism
Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley say NBA should suspend Kyrie Irving for tweet promoting antisemitic film.
NBA star under fire for promoting antisemitic film
Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving denies being antisemitic despite sharing link promoting an antisemitic documentary.
Orthodox basketball star Ryan Turell selected in NBA’s minor league draft
Former YU basketball star Ryan Turell takes step toward realizing his dream of becoming the first Orthodox Jew to play in the NBA.
Phoenix Suns owner cites his Judaism in decision to sell team
Jewish NBA, WNBA owner Robert Sarver cites ‘faith’ and ‘atonement’ in announcing decision to sell teams after scandal.
Turkish NBA star Enes Kanter Freedom hosts interfaith basketball clinic in Jerusalem
NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom, a Turkish Muslim known for his off-court activism, is in Israel to host an interfaith basketball clinic.
Watch: Exiled Turkish NBA player discusses life with Jewish kids
Enes Kanter Freedom added the last part to his last name after getting his Turkish passport revoked in opposition to the regime.
NBA legend Bill Russell dies at 88
Russell, who played 13 seasons with the Boston Celtics, won 11 championships, five MVP awards, and was named to 12 All-Star games.
Video of NBA star dancing at Jewish wedding goes viral
NBA star Joel Embiid goes viral for dancing the hora at Jewish friend’s wedding.
Yeshiva University star Ryan Turell not selected in NBA draft
What's next for Yeshiva University basketball star who hopes to be first Orthodox Jewish player in the NBA?
This Muslim basketball star is teaching Holocaust education
NBA star Enes Kanter Freedom brings Holocaust education to Muslim school in Brooklyn.
Stephen Curry wore a Hebrew sweatshirt at the NBA Finals
Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry seen wearing hoodie with Hebrew on it following Game 4 of the finals.
NBA coach blasts Republican lawmakers after Texas shooting
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr uses Texas school massacre to condemn GOP for blocking passage of new background check law.
NBA legend makes lifelong friends during 'incredible visit' to Israel
NBA Hall of Famer Ray Allen explains about the special basketball camp in Jerusalem for young Jewish and Arab girls he recently hosted.
21 injured in 3 shootings after team loses NBA game
The shootings took place as crowds gathered to watch a Milwaukee-Boston playoffs game with a large police presence in the area.
NBA Hall of Famer visits Israel, trains Jewish and Arab youth in Jerusalem
Ray Allen: “Take basketball, use basketball, to allow you to change the world.”
Watch: Gunman wounds 3 outside NBA game
Hundreds were sent running for their lives during a Milwaukee-Boston playoffs game, as gunshots rang out across from the crowded stadium.
Ray Allen on his visit to Binyamin: An important part of our history is here.
Former NBA champion and hall of famer visits historic Shiloh where the Biblical Tabernacle stood. 'There is an amazing story here.'
America's privileged characters: The last sanctuary for merit and the "American Way"
Where we don't need the best, like US Vice Pres. or Supreme Court, we can set aside a spot for a Black woman, not in the NFL or NBA. Op-ed.
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