Calvin Darden Jr., a Georgia businessman, was sentenced to over 12 years in federal prison for defrauding NBA players Dwight Howard and Chandler Parsons out of millions. Convicted of wire fraud and identity theft, Darden orchestrated schemes involving the WNBA’s Atlanta Dream and NBA prospect James Wiseman, resulting in financial losses for the athletes.
San Miguel Beermen enhance their roster by acquiring JM Calma from NorthPort in exchange for Avan Nava and a future draft pick, ahead of the PBA Philippine Cup.
The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) has named Jeffrey Cariaso among 10 new players added to its “Greatest Players” list during its golden anniversary celebration. Cariaso, who has won eight PBA championships, expressed gratitude to his teammates, citing their influence on his career. Alongside Cariaso, notable additions include Nelson Asaytono and June Mar Fajardo, honoring contributions to the sport over the years.
Anthony Davis led the Dallas Mavericks to a narrow 120-118 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on April 3, 2025, executing a crucial floater with just 3.4 seconds remaining in the game.
Nikola Jokic scored a career-high 61 points but the Denver Nuggets lost 140-139 in a double-overtime game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on…
The Los Angeles Lakers secured a 104-98 victory over the Houston Rockets in a Western Conference showdown, led by bench players Gabe Vincent and Dorian Finney-Smith. Both players scored 20 points and made six three-pointers each, while Luka Doncic added 20 points, nine assists, and six rebounds.
Filipino pole vaulter EJ Obiena won gold at the Taiwan International Pole Vault Championship on March 30, 2025, overcoming foggy conditions to clear 5.50 meters. This victory marked his third gold medal of the year, highlighting his resilience and skill in challenging weather.
Filipino tennis player Alex Eala achieves a career-high ranking of No. 75 in the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) rankings following her historic semifinal run at the 2025 Miami Open, where she defeated three Grand Slam champions.
Shaquille O’Neal advocates for equal respect for LeBron James’ 2020 NBA title, likening it to Tim Duncan’s 1999 victory. The Austin Spurs prepare to host a Western Conference Semifinal game in the upcoming 2025 NBA G League Playoffs.
The Florida Gators advanced to the NCAA Final Four with a thrilling 84-79 victory over Texas Tech. The Gators overcame a 10-point deficit in the second half to secure their first Final Four appearance since 2014.