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Shaq sends video tribute to child survivors of October 7

Former NBA superstar sends heartfelt video message to child survivors of Hamas’ October 7 attacks who are being hosted at a camp in Toronto, and adds a few Hebrew words too.

Ex-NBA player Eddie Curry 'adopts' Kfir Bibas

Eddie Curry, who played for the Knicks and won an NBA championship with the Heat campaigns for release of youngest hostage kidnapped on October 7.

Veteran NBA guard signs with Israeli team

After 12 years playing in the NBA, Patrick Beverley signs with Hapoel Tel Aviv of the Israeli Basketball Premier League.

After four seasons:

Deni Avdija traded from Washington to Portland

23-year-old Israeli, who was selected ninth overall in the 2020 NBA draft, reportedly traded for guard Malcolm Brogdon and four draft picks.

Hollywood’s “Hays Code” is back

By the DEI book, white people are often sinful, all black people are always virtuous. George Floyd, for example. Opinion.

Ad calling out campus antisemitism to air during NBA playoffs

Robert Kraft’s foundation to air ad slamming antisemitism at campus protests during NBA playoffs.

New NBA record set by Sacramento Kings player

Lithuanian Domantas Sabonis, who plays for the Sacramento Kings, set a new record during his team's victory with 54 consecutive double-doubles.

LeBron James makes historic 40,000th career point

LeBron James has broken yet another NBA record by becoming the first player to score 40,000 points over the course of his career.

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Avdija sets new career high for Israeli NBA player

Deni Avdija, drafted 9th overall in 2020, scores 43 points for the Washington Wizards, passing Omri Casspi's record.

NBA approves sale of Dallas Mavericks to Miriam Adelson

NBA's board of governors approves Adelson’s purchase of a majority stake in the Dallas Mavericks from entrepreneur Mark Cuban.

Miriam Adelson to buy NBA's Dallas Mavericks

Mavericks owner Mark Cuban selling a majority stake of the franchise to Miriam Adelson for $3.5 billion.

Israeli NBA player pays tribute to fallen soldier

Washington Wizards' Deni Avdija wears shoes honoring Lt. Itai Cohen, who was killed during battle with terrorists in southern Israel.

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Cleveland Cavaliers hold moment of silence for Israel

Cleveland Cavaliers hold moment of silence for victims of Hamas’ attack before hosting Maccabi Ra'anana for a preseason game.

Moving:

Israeli singer Noa Kirel sings the national anthem in Brooklyn

Brooklyn Nets host Israeli team Maccabi Ra'anana for a preseason game, hold moment of silence for victims of Hamas attack.

'Heartbroken for Israel':

Professional sports leagues support Israel after Hamas attacks

MLB, NBA and NFL issue statements in support of Israel following Hamas attacks.

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.

Ryan Turell, formerly of Yeshiva U, features in new documentary

Former Yeshiva U phenom Ryan Turell features in Amazon’s ‘Destination NBA: A G League Odyssey.’

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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.

2 yrs after anti-Jewish slur:

Meyers Leonard signs for season with NBA's Milwaukee Bucks

Leonard will play rest of season with Milwaukee Bucks after 10-day tryout, had not played since anti-Jewish slur incident in 2021.

'I’m incredibly sorry'

NBA player apologizes again over antisemitic slur

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 antisemitic film

NBA star facing questions after deleting post apologizing for sharing link to antisemitic documentary after being traded to new team.

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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

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.

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.

After antisemitic tweet:

Suspended Brooklyn Nets star 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 after 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.

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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 COMNR. over antisemitism controversy

Former basketball star Charles Barkley calls out NBA’s Jewish commissioner for not disciplining Kyrie Irving over antisemitism controversy.

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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.

'I meant no disrespect'

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 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.

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 special 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 Jerusalem youths

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 visits Binyamin: Important part of our history 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, what was once 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.

Israeli NBA player pays tribute to Israel

Deni Avdjia writes the words "Am Yisrael Chai", paints Star of David on his shoes as a show of solidarity with Israel.

This Orthodox Jewish basketball player dreams of making it big

Could Ryan Turell become the first Orthodox Jew to play in the NBA? Scouts say it’s a long shot.

YU basketball star hopes to become NBA's first Orthodox player

Yeshiva University's Ryan Turell enters NBA draft, hoping to become league's first Orthodox Jewish player.

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Washington's new player looks forward to playing with Israeli

Watch: Kristaps Porzingis, acquired by the Washington Wizards from Dallas, has a message for Israeli fans.

Israeli NBA player lights Hanukkah candles in Maryland

In his first Hanukkah away from home, Washington Wizards' Deni Avdija lights Hanukkah candles with the local Jewish and Israeli community.