Latest Basketball News

๐Ÿ“…April 7, 2026 at 1:00 AM
NBA front office shakeups, Celtics dominate Raptors, Luka and Lakers injuries, UNC hires Michael Malone as coach, NCAA championship concluded, youth league starts.
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Chicago Bulls Fire Key Executives After Poor Season

The Bulls dismissed executive VP Arunas Carnis and GM Mark Eversley after a dismal record of 22-224 since Carnis' hiring, missing playoffs for fourth straight year.Source 1 This follows the Jaden Ivey situation and amid ongoing team struggles.Source 1 The move signals significant front office changes for the franchise.Source 1

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Celtics Crush Raptors 115-101 Behind Brown and Tatum

Jaylen Brown scored 26 points and Jayson Tatum added 23 points, 13 rebounds, 7 assists in Boston's victory over Toronto.Source 2 Boston has won 9 straight home games vs. Raptors and 21 of last 24 regular-season matchups.Source 2 Nikola Vucevic returned from injury with 4 points and 4 rebounds.Source 2

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Luka Doncic Sidelined Indefinitely with Hamstring Injury

Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are expected to miss time heading into playoffs due to injuries for the Lakers.Source 1 Doncic is using methods to speed up his hamstring healing process.Source 1 This adds uncertainty to Lakers' postseason prospects.Source 1

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UNC Intends to Hire Michael Malone as Men's Basketball Coach

North Carolina is set to hire Michael Malone as its next men's basketball coach, as revealed live on Pat McAfee show.Source 3 Coach K, Mike Krzyzewski, reacted live to the news.Source 3 Malone, currently Nuggets coach in NBA, would be a major college hire.Source 3

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NCAA Men's Championship Crowned Champion Yesterday

The NCAA Men's Basketball National Championship took center stage on April 6, 2026, in Indianapolis, concluding March Madness.Source 4 The event headlined global sports news.Source 4 A champion was crowned amid worldwide attention.Source 4

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Youth Basketball Champions League Kicks Off Today

The fourth edition opens April 7 in Laktasi with Group A featuring familiar teams aiming to improve on last year.Source 5 Expect a competitive start to the youth tournament.Source 5 Bosnia and Herzegovina hosts the event.Source 5

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Giannis Antetokounmpo Eyeing Moves to Other Teams

Giannis is reportedly making eyes at other teams amid Bucks' situation.Source 1 This speculation arises during NBA playoff push.Source 1 His future remains a hot topic league-wide.Source 1

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Clippers Stage Shocking Turnaround in Season

The Clippers have made a surprising resurgence, defying earlier expectations.Source 1 Details highlight their improved performance recently.Source 1 This boosts their playoff positioning.Source 1

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Neemias Queta Shines with 18 Points for Celtics

Neemias Queta contributed 18 points and 7 rebounds in Boston's win over Toronto.Source 2 Payton Pritchard added 17 points, Derrick White 10.Source 2 Key bench production helped secure the victory.Source 2

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Raptors' Ja'Kobe Walker Leads with 16 Points in Loss

Ja'Kobe Walker topped Toronto with 16 points, Brandon Ingram and RJ Barrett each had 15.Source 2 Despite a late first-quarter push, Raptors fell short.Source 2 They've struggled in Boston since 2021.Source 2

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OKC Potentially Resting Players Ahead of Playoffs

Speculation that OKC is resting its roster, possibly conserving energy for postseason.Source 1 This strategy could impact final regular-season games.Source 1 Thunder's depth allows such moves.Source 1