The San Antonio Spurs finished off a dominant run to their fifth NBA championship Sunday, ending the Miami Heat's two-year title reign with a 104-87 victory that wrapped up the series in five games.
Metta World Peace, the new high-profile import playing for CBA club Sichuan Blue Whales is known as Ron Artest but intends to change his name to "Panda Friend" in honor of his move to China.
Former NBA boss gets early entry into Basketball Hall of Fame
Tamika Catchings has known Paul George since he was drafted by the Indiana Pacers in 2010.
Spurs welcome league's first full-time female assistant coach
Commissioner Silver lauds 'most important market outside the US'
According to multiple media reports on Monday, Metta World Peace will sign a $1.43 million contract with Sichuan Blue Whales of the Chinese Basketball Association this week, making him the CBA's highest paid import.
The controversial former NBA All-Star originally known as Ron Artest signs one-year deal to play for Sichuan Blue Whales.
Argentina and San Antonio Spurs star Manu Ginobili was set to miss the 2014 FIBA World Cup.
New coach of Lakers pledges to instill championship mindset
Michele Roberts has watched basketball for as long as she can remember. It was an easy choice growing up in a home with one TV and two older brothers.
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