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NBA board unanimously approves expansion bids process for Seattle and Las Vegas
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Following anticipation at the March board meetings, the NBA board of governors unanimously approved on March 25 a measure to begin accepting bids for new franchises in Seattle and Las Vegas, with expansion fees projected at $7-10 billion. Commissioner Adam Silver highlighted the markets' strong basketball support, targeting a 2028-29 debut.
Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan discussed his future with the team as they approach the end of the 2025-26 season, emphasizing the need for talks with ownership about next steps. He did not rule out interest in the North Carolina job but focused on building a competitive roster. The Bulls, at 29-43, are in rebuild mode after recent trades.
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Princess Santiago is upping the ante in her paternity suit against NBA legend Paul Pierce, demanding $29,811 a month in child support for their newborn. Court docs obtained by TMZ Sports reveal she's also after sole custody, $100K in legal fees, and half of $18,846 in pregnancy-related expenses.
The NBA issued one-game suspensions to Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell and Washington Wizards forward Justin Champagnie following a second-quarter altercation that spilled into the spectator stands during the Thunder's 132-111 win on Saturday. Thunder forward Jaylin Williams and guard Cason Wallace received fines of $50,000 and $35,000, respectively. Officials ejected four players from the game.
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The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Miami Heat 134-126 on the road Thursday, pushing their winning streak to eight games. Luka Doncic scored 60 points, while LeBron James posted a triple-double of 19 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists. The win came one day after Doncic's 40 points against the Rockets.
A CBS Sports analysis argues that the Golden State Warriors should keep Stephen Curry sidelined for the remainder of the season to boost their NBA draft lottery odds. Curry, aged 38, has not played since January 30 due to a legitimate knee injury. The team holds a 33-35 record, sitting ninth in the Western Conference.
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Kevin Durant took responsibility for the Houston Rockets' 100-92 home loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday. The defeat snapped Houston's momentum against a Lakers team on a six-game winning streak. A rematch follows Wednesday in Houston with center Alperen Sengun expected to return.
Bronny James earns praise after key minutes in Lakers' win over Pacers
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