Former President Barack Obama joins NBA Africa as strategic partner

President Obama joins NBA Africa as strategic partner JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA and WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Basketball Association (NBA) today announced that former President Barack Obama has joined NBA Africa as a strategic partner. President Obama will help advance the league’s social responsibility efforts across the continent, including programs and partnerships that support greater gender …

Las Vegas Summer League: Aaron Nesmith leads the way in Celtics' victory over Nuggets

Game Recap: Celtics 107, Nuggets 82 • Celtics 107, Nuggets 82: Box score | Game details The Boston Celtics defeated the Denver Nuggets 107-82 in the MGM Resorts Summer League on Tuesday. Boston jumped out to a 31-23 lead after the first quarter and quickly pulled away for a wire-to-wire victory. The Celtics carried a …

Bears HC Matt Eberflus says Justin Fields (right thumb) doubtful for Week 7 vs. Raiders

Justin Fields‘ thumb injury could cost him a start this weekend. Fields is doubtful for the Bears’ Week 7 game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Chicago head coach Matt Eberflus told reporters on Monday. Fields’ status will be determined by how well he can grip the ball with his ailing thumb, Eberflus explained, and the …