Basketball

Former NBA forward Michael Sweetney dies at 43, Knicks and Bulls mourn loss

After continuing his pro career in Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Uruguay, and Venezuela, Sweetney served as an assistant coach at Yeshiva University in New York City from 2019-23.

Michael Sweetney #50 of the New York Knicks controls the ball against the Memphis Grizzlies during the game on December 7, 2004 at the FedEx Forum in Memphis, Tennessee.
Azeez Al-Shaair of the Houston Texans looks on prior to a game at Gillette Stadium on January 18, 2026 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

Kyrie Irving offers to pay NFL star’s fine for pro-Palestinian eyeblack

Jason Levien speaks at the launch event for DC Flight, Washington's new professional women's volleyball team, on September 16, 2026.

Jason Levien breaks silence on Maccabi Tel Aviv: 'I love the club, what it represents' - exclusive

They want to bring the fans back. Hapoel Tel Aviv.

Hapoel Tel Aviv announces: Starting a new chapter, no longer suing fans


High Court acquits Hapoel Tel Aviv over playoff final incidents

The court overturned the Reds' conviction and sentence following incidents in which a team fan clashed with Jaylen Hoard, but did not criticize the referees who chose to eject him.

According to the judges: Fan’s ejection justified, putting the team on trial was unnecessary.

Bonzie Colson shines as Maccabi Tel Aviv beats Aris Thessaloniki 92-87

Bonzie Colson scored 23 points as Maccabi Tel Aviv blew a lead but beat Aris Thessaloniki 92-87 in Cyprus, while Oshae Brissett contributed 19.

Maccabi Tel Aviv player Bonzie Colson against Aris Thessaloniki.

Yair Kravitz: 'In the Israeli national team, every player needs to show up'

Yair Kravitz explains why he is optimistic about Hapoel Holon and discusses the gaps with top clubs and national team criticism: "We have talent."

“Krunic gave me the keys to lead”.

No. 50: Deni Avdija, Matt Turner, Zach Hyman, Oscar Gloukh, and Daniel Peretz

Five athletes carrying Jewish and Israeli pride onto the world stage.

 (L-R, clockwise): Deni Avdija, Oscar Gloukh, Zach Hyman, Matt Turner, and Daniel Peretz

'Expectations of Maccabi Tel Aviv are high': Keaton Wallace sets goals

The fresh recruit spoke in an interview with the EuroLeague website about why he chose the Yellows, his impressions of Oded Kattash's philosophy, and the special meaning of the number 17.

Maccabi Tel Aviv player Keaton Wallace against Bnei Herzliya.

Basketball association to return half a million shekels to clubs

Management approved Amos Frishman's initiative. Every club will be credited for registered players, with funds transferred in coming weeks.

Chairman of the Israel Basketball Association, Amos Frishman.

Hapoel Jerusalem advances to final stage for permanent EuroLeague license

EuroLeague CEO told the Reds they are final candidates for franchise: We will act with determination to become a permanent EuroLeague member.

Gal Mekel and Matan Adelson, owners of Hapoel Jerusalem.

Real revolution at Hapoel Tel Aviv? 'Everyone needs to get used to the new era'

Many at Hapoel Tel Aviv were surprised by Maccabi approach. Official: Under current structure, no independent approaches allowed on sensitive issues.

The change has already caused a storm. Oren Hasson.

Avdija: 'I won't allow anyone to question my commitment to the national team and the country'

Avdija addressed absence: Portland wouldn't risk my health. I proved how much I care; I had no option to play and want to be healthy.

Israeli national team player Deni Avdija.

Israel knocked out of World Cup qualification after defeat to Latvia

The national team fell in second half as Latvia pulled away for an 85-70 win, capping a dismal evening for Ariel Beit-Halahmy and players.

Another Gloomy Evening for Israeli Basketball. Kravitz.