The NBA and Apple Music are teaming up with music distribution company UnitedMasters to launch BASE:LINE, a new and innovative global playlist that will spotlight rising hip-hop acts from around the world. The concept for BASE:LINE emerged from a previous deal brokered by UnitedMasters and the NBA in October 2018. …

The WNBA is making strides to improve the salary and overall career of its players. The league and the players union have finalized the terms of a new eight-year collective bargaining agreement. Under this agreement, the league’s annual base salary will increase to an average of $130,000, with top players …

Former Los Angeles Lakers forward Lamar Odom pawned his two NBA Championship rings a few years ago at the height of his struggles with drugs, and now the jewelry is set to be offered to the general public in an auction. According to TMZ Sports, Odom’s two NBA championship rings …

As the decade comes to a close, Baller Alert takes a look at a few major moments in the NBA over the last 10 years.  1. Kobe Bryant retires in 2016 – After a 20-year career, entirely spent playing for the Los Angeles Lakers, Kobe Bryant retired from basketball in …

For the first time in NBA History, three brothers shared the court at the same time. Justin, Jrue and Aaron Holiday battled each other in front of fans and family as the sibling rivalry played out on the court Saturday with Jrue’s New Orleans Pelicans defeating his brothers Justin and …

Written By: @lessh Freshman James Wiseman, 18, has left the University of Memphis and is now preparing for the 2020 NBA Draft after being suspended over NCAA violations. Wiseman was suspended 12 games for two violations: his mother accepting $11,500 from Penny Hardaway in the summer of 2017, and Wiseman …

NBA YoungBoy has agreed to a plea deal in his assault and kidnapping case, in which the most serious charges have been dropped. According to TMZ, the rapper pleaded guilty to misdemeanor simple battery family violence. In exchange, prosecutors dropped the charges of kidnapping and aggravated assault. With this agreement, …

LeBron James says he’ll be focusing on his mental health and partnering with the Calm app for a new series titled “Train Your Mind.” The Los Angeles Lakers player sat down with ESPN’s Dave McMenamin and opened up about how his loss to the Dallas Mavericks during the 2011 NBA …

Last week, the Houston Rockets protested after James Harden’s dunk didn’t count in their loss to the San Antonio Spurs. Now, in the wake of the controversy, Adam Silver, Commissioner of the NBA, has denied the protest. In a statement released by the NBA, the league explained its reasoning behind …

Sports agent and head of Klutch Sports agency, Rich Paul is adding a new title to his resume with the release of Fat Joe’s new album, “Family Ties.” Paul is listed in the credits as a co-producer on the song “Hands On You” off of “Family Ties,” alongside Boi-1da. The …

On Tuesday evening, Lebron James made NBA history during the LA Lakers vs the Oklahoma City Thunder game. James became the first-ever NBA player to produce a triple-double against each of the 30 teams in the league. In a post-game interview, James shared his feelings about the accomplishment, stating, “I …

A 51-year-old Atlanta woman is currently facing prison time after stealing the identity of a professional NBA player in an attempt to receive a $2.5 million loan. Back in October and November 2013, Annie Ford filed the fraudulent documents under the name of a New Jersey resident and at the …

David Stern, former commissioner of the NBA, said at the SeventySix Capital Sports Innovation Conference that the basketball league should reconsider the ban on THC. According to CNBC, Stern stated that the ban is outdated and should be reviewed at the next collective bargaining agreement. “I think it’s time to …

When it comes to Halloween, the ball was totally in the NBA players’ court. Several ballers like #LeBronJames, Steph Curry, and more all served spooky realness this Halloween. King James, is well-known for getting into the holiday spirit. Last year, he dressed up as “Pennywise,” but this time, he brought …

The Toronto Raptors President is off the hook for a battery charge in an incident where he was accused of shoving a police officer moments after the team won the NBA Championship. According to TMZ, cops investigated the charge for months, and on Tuesday evening, the Alameda County District Attorney’s …

About a dozen NBA players gathered for a teleconference with officials in the league office this summer to discuss what they perceive as one of the biggest problems in the game; fan behavior. According to ESPN, many players of the NBA believe spectator behavior is worsening as time goes on, …

All of the NBA’s official Chinese partners have cut ties with the league after the Houston Rocket’s general manager tweeted that he was in support of Hong Kong’s pro-democracy protests. Over the weekend, Daryl Morey posted an image on Twitter that read, “Fight for freedom, stand with Hong Kong.” According …

It’s a new day, different hustle for rapper Jeezy. The Atlanta native is launching his own sports company titled ‘Sports 99’, according to Yahoo Sports reporter Chris Payne. ‘Sports 99’ is a full-service sports management agency representing athletes and coaches in the United States and internationally. It will also start …

On Friday, the NBA Board of Governors passed a stricter package of provisions to enforce compliance with tampering and salary cap circumvention with a unanimous vote. NBA commissioner Adam Silver addressed the rules changes at a press conference and stating there “need to be consequences” when rules are violated. According …

Rich Paul, who has become one of the most prominent agents in the NBA is reportedly in talks with agent Damarius Bilbo, who represents his fair share of star-power in the NFL, to lead a new football division with Klutch Sports Group, according to ESPN’s NFL insider Adam Schefter. Rich …