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Ex-NBA C Collins in treatment for brain tumor

Jason Collins, the NBA’s first openly gay player who played through the 2013-14 season, is undergoing treatment for a brain tumor, his family said in a statement through the league.

Germany fends off Luka’s 39, eliminates Slovenia

Luka Dončić’s 39 points were not enough for Slovenia as it lost 99-91 to Germany in a thrilling EuroBasket quarterfinal.

Silver: Burden on NBA to show violation by Clips

Adam Silver said it’s up to the NBA to prove wrongdoing during its investigation of potential cap circumvention by the Clippers, Steve Ballmer and Kawhi Leonard.

NBA investigating Beasley gambling allegations

The NBA is conducting its own investigation into gambling allegations against Malik Beasley, the free agent guard linked to a federal probe this offseason, the league confirmed Wednesday.

Giddey agrees to 4-year, $100M deal with Bulls

Restricted free agent Josh Giddey has reached agreement on a four-year, $100 million contract to re-sign with the Chicago Bulls.

Kings’ Lyles leaves NBA to sign with Real Madrid

Trey Lyles, a 10-year NBA veteran, signed a one-year deal Wednesday with Real Madrid, which plays in Spain and in the EuroLeague.

Wemby, Spurs to host tryouts for superfan group

Victor Wembanyama is planning on auditioning Spurs fans for a new “supporter’s section,” loosely modeled after what he’s seen from sports teams overseas.

Sister of Wolves’ Reid allegedly slain by boyfriend

The sister of Timberwolves player Naz Reid was fatally shot at a New Jersey apartment complex, and her boyfriend has been charged with murder.

LeBron: Hoops can bridge U.S.-China tensions

LeBron James wrote a rare op-ed in Chinese state media this week, pointing to basketball as an avenue for diplomacy amid tensions with the U.S.

Finland stuns Serbia, ousts Jokic from EuroBasket

Lauri Markkanen and Finland stunned Nikola Jokic and Serbia, ousting the EuroBasket favorites to advance to the quarterfinals.