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Maria Sharapova's height turns head as she nearly matches Magic Johnson

Tennis champ's height turns head as she nearly matches NBA legend

What has NBA legend Dennis Rodman said in response to rumours that he has passed away? Photo: Getty Images

Why was everyone talking about Dennis Rodman dying, what has he said?

American rapper, 19, spotted with Bonnie Blue

Tracy Morgan health update after he was taken out of Knicks game in wheelchair, who is the comedian? Photo: Getty Images for LOVE ROCKS NYC

Who is comedian Tracy Morgan after he falls ill during Knicks game?

Winnie Harlow and Kyle Kuzma are engaged, with the model showing off her stunning 8.5-carat diamond ring in a joint Instagram post.

NBA star proposes to model on private jet

Marcus Jordan, the son of NBA legend Michael Jordan, has been arrested over drug-related charges.

Son of NBA legend arrested

Shaquille O'Neal promoting 'Shaq's Fun House'. Could he buy a stake in West Ham?

Is Shaquille O'Neal dating a 21-year-old?

UFC star Conor McGregor has been accused of sexually assaulting a woman in a bathroom during a Miami Heat basketball game in June 2023. (Photo: Getty Images)

UFC star accused of trying to rape woman in VIP bathroom

These are the wealthiest basketball players in 2025 - does your favourite star make the cut?

The 10 highest-earning basketball players in 2025

Anna Sedokova has posted an emotional tribute to Jānis Timma after he was found dead. Photo:annasedokova/Instagram

As Jānis Timma is found dead, who is his former wife Anna Sedokova?

Latvian basketball player Jānis Timma has been found dead on the birthday of his former wife, actress Anna Sedokova. Here he is in action during the 2016 FIBA World Olympic Qualifying basketball Semi Final match between Latvia and Puerto Rico at Kombank Arena on July 08, 2016 in Belgrade, Serbia. Photo: Srdjan Stevanovic/Getty Images

Basketball player Jānis Timma has been found dead

The highly-anticipated boxing match between former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson and Youtuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul is set to take place this week - in the first live-streamed boxing match on Netflix.

How to watch Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul fight

Brendan Brown was the son of Hubie Brown (pictured here), a legendary basketball coach who is considered one of the greatest NBA analysts of all time. Head coach Hubie Brown and Jason Williams #2 of the Memphis Grizzlies react to a call in the second half against the Denver Nuggets February 9, 2004 at the Pepsi Center in Denver, Colorado

Radio broadcaster Brendan Brown has died due to health complications

Alvin Attles has died aged 87.

NBA Basketball legend dies aged 87

The Olympic gold medalist and NBA legend Kevin Durrant secured a 12.5% share of the French powerhouse, hoping to turn his investment into a large sum of money

NBA star Kevin Durrant has invested in Paris St-Germain FC

Singer Ella Mai welcomes secret first child with NBA star Jayson Tatum

Ella Mai welcomes first child with NBA star after hiding pregnancy

Head coach Joe Bryant of the Los Angeles Sparks during the WNBA game against the Phoenix Mercury at US Airways Center in 2011 in Phoenix, Arizona Picture: Christian Petersen/Getty Images

Kobe Bryant's father Joe dies four years after son's tragic crash
A basketball icon - who would go on to father a true legend of the sport - has died aged 69.
Tom Morton

NBA all time great Jerry West has died aged 86

Sports legend dies

Sport legend dead at 84

Former Los Angeles Lakers NBA player Darius Morris, 33, has been found dead in Los Angeles. (Photo: Getty Images)

Sports star, 33, found dead

Toronto Raptors star Jontay Porter has been banned for life for violating gambling rules

NBA star banned

Former NBA star Ben McLemore issues statement after being arrested for rape

Sports star addresses rape allegations

Robert Reid, former NBA player with the Houston Rockets, has died aged 68 following a battle with cancer. (Credit: Getty Images)

Sport superstar dies aged 68

Fans assemble in front of Union Station before the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl LVIII victory parade on February 14, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images)

Woman killed at Superbowl victory parade shooting

Cleveland Cavaliers centre Tristan Thompson has been slapped with a 25-game suspension without pay. Picture: Getty

NBA star suspended

Ad Feature Hotels.com reveal Paris hotel search surge ahead of NBA Paris Game '24

England players celebrate after the team's 3-1 victory and advance to the World Cup final

The best sporting moments of 2023 revealed in poll by fans

It's been a good week for Kim Kardashian, but it has been anything but for Lorraine Kelly and Nella Rose. Photographs by Getty

Why has it been a good week for Kim K but a bad one for Nella Rose
NationalWorld’s Associate Editor Marina LIcht and entertainment reporter Natalie Dixon discuss Nella Rose, Kim Kardashian and Lorraine Kelly
Marina Licht

Adele allegedly confirmed she is 'married' to husband Rich Paul this week.

Adele confirms she's married - a look at previous husband & net worth

Adele reportedly confirmed her marriage with fiance, Rich Paul.

Adele 'confirms' being married to American sports agent

Lebron 'Bronny' James has previously signed with FaZe Clan and streams Call of Duty and Fortnite - Credit: Getty

Bronny James - LeBron James' son suffers cardiac arrest

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Are Khloe Kardashian and Tristan Thompson back together?

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Britney Spears 'hit in the face' by NBA star's bodyguard

Britney Spears Featured Image - 2023-07-07T120537.444.jpg

What happened with Britney Spears and Victor Wembanyama?

UFC star Conor McGregor denies the allegations of sexual assault at an NBA Finals game on 9 June - Credit: Getty

Conor McGregor denies sexual assault allegations after NBA game

Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets speaks with media after a 94-89 victory against the Miami Heat in Game Five of the 2023 NBA Finals to win the NBA Championship at Ball Arena on June 12, 2023 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)

Who is the NBA Finals 2023 MVP, Nikola Jokic?

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 28: Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies warms up before play against the Los Angeles Lakers in Game Six of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena on April 28, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant has once again been suspended

Lonnie Walker IV - the hero the Los Angeles Lakers never knew they had (Credit: Getty Images)

Who is Lonnie Walker IV; the Los Angeles Lakers Game 4 playoffs hero?

Michael Jordan is viewed as one of the greatest basketball players of all time. (Getty Images)

Michael Jordan’s trainers sell for record breaking £1.7 million

The best sporting comebacks including Muhammad Ali and Tiger Woods. (Getty Images/ Graphic by Mark Hall)

The 7 best comeback stories - from Tyson Fury to Tiger Woods Kurtis Leyland

Devin Booker has clapped back at Bad Bunny (inset) after lyrics from his new song are suggested to be about his new romance with Kendall Jenner (Credit: Getty Images)

Who is Devin Booker; the NBA player smoked by Bad Bunny in diss track

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies handles the ball during the second half of the NBA game at Footprint Center on January 22, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Basketball star Ja Morant suspended for 8 games over gun in club video

A general view of the arena as players from the Marquette Golden Eagles and the Georgetown Hoyas warmup before their first round game of the Big East Men’s Basketball Tournament at Madison Square Garden on March 10, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

Explainer How to make your own March Madness bracket

Boxer Derek Chisora holds the hands of Jake Paul and Tommy Fury as they face off, ahead of their upcoming fight on the 26th of February . (Photo by James Chance/Getty Images)

How much are Jake Paul and Tommy Fury set to earn from boxing match?

Ex Miami Heat center Meyers Leonard set for NBA return after suspension for using deeply offensive word ‘kike’. (Pic: Getty)

Meyers Leonard set for NBA return after using anti-semitic slur

LeBron James has further cemented his legacy as an NBA icon. (Graphic by Kim Mogg)

NBA All-Stars: your guide to watching the US game in the UK

LeBron James has further cemented his legacy as an NBA icon. (Graphic by Kim Mogg)

Explainer NBA: Lakers star LeBron James breaks 39-year all time points record

Abdul-Jabbar hands the ball to James after the Lakers star broke Abdul-Jabbar’s record

LeBron James breaks NBA scoring record held by Kareem Abdul Jabbar

Bill Russell was an NBA superstar and civil rights icon

NBA star and civil rights icon Bill Russell is focus of Netflix doc

Jerry Jones’s appearance in a 1950s photograph of a racist protest has led to controversy (image: Getty Images)

Jerry Jones photograph controversy - LeBron James comments explained

Kim Kardashian pictured with Tristan Thompson (Instagram)

Kim Kardashian rises above drama at event with Tristan Thompson

Golden State Warriors are the defending NBA champions (Getty Images)

The NBA is back! Here’s how to watch all the action on TV in the UK

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NBA 2K23: release date - and when does it come out on Xbox and PS5?

Ben Simmons is an NBA star who is in a relationship with Maya Jama (Pic:Getty)

Maya Jama and NBA star Ben Simmons split after eight-month engagement

Tim Donaghy in Operation Flagrant Foul

Tim Donaghy: who was NBA referee, why did he go to jail?

Shaquille O’Neal’s children need two degrees to access inheritance

Ben Simmons is an NBA star who is in a relationship with Maya Jama (Pic:Getty)

Maya Jama celebrates her 28th birthday alongside fiancé Ben Simmons