Basketball
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.
The NBA Players Association accused the Milwaukee Bucks of tanking on Tuesday by trying to shut down Giannis Antetokounmpo for the rest of the season. Antetokounmpo, sidelined since March 15 with a hyperextended knee and bone bruise, wants to return despite the team's position in the standings. The Bucks have played just 36 games with their star this season amid multiple injuries.
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Real Madrid beat Hapoel 92-83 in a EuroLeague match played behind closed doors for security reasons. Mario Hezonja shone with 15 points and 10 rebounds, while Facundo Campazzo and a solid defense were key to the win. Sergio Scariolo's team thus improves its chances of finishing in the top four of the regular season.
With three weeks left in the regular season, the NBA's 65-game rule is impacting MVP, All-NBA and other award races due to recent injuries. Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham's collapsed lung diagnosis puts his eligibility in jeopardy if he misses the April 4 game. Players like Kawhi Leonard and Anthony Edwards have limited wiggle room remaining.
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Zalgiris Kaunas defeated Real Madrid 87-85 in a EuroLeague match decided in the final seconds by Sylvain Francisco's two free throws and Mario Hezonja's missed three-pointer. The last play sparked controversy for Madrid. Francisco led with 20 points, while Edy Tavares had 12 points and 10 rebounds for Madrid.
The NCAA Division I men's college basketball tournament, known as March Madness, brings Americans together across political lines for three weeks of single-elimination competition among 68 top teams. Fans relish underdog upsets, buzzer-beaters, and the tradition of filling out brackets. A Daily Wire article emphasizes its role in fostering shared experiences amid national divisions.
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As NBA owners prepare to vote next week on advancing expansion to Seattle and Las Vegas—targeting a 2028-29 debut with an official franchise vote likely in July—the move to 32 teams opens the door to revamping the NBA Cup. A full single-elimination format, akin to March Madness, could replace the current confusing group stage and boost fan engagement.
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