Los Angeles Lakers fans can relax as Luka Dončić has been cleared to play for Slovenia following a knee injury scare during a EuroBasket exhibition game. After sitting out the remainder of the game against Latvia, Dončić returned to practice and is expected to participate in an exhibition match against Great Britain, ahead of Slovenia’s official EuroBasket debut on August 28.
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Terry Rozier faces an $8,218,211 federal income tax lien as of November 2023, coinciding with allegations of manipulating his performance in a March 2023 NBA game for gambling purposes. He and a friend were indicted for conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering, leading to Rozier's leave from the NBA, despite a prior investigation finding no rule violations. Want More Context? 🔎
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New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson is sidelined with a bone contusion in his left foot, which he sustained during a game against the San Antonio Spurs when he landed on Victor Wembanyama's foot. Although he missed a game against the Boston Celtics, Williamson reassured fans that the injury isn't serious, describing it as day-to-day and not long-term. Want More Context? 🔎
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The WNBA has proposed a 30-day extension for negotiations on a new collective bargaining agreement, which is crucial as the current CBA expires soon, potentially leading to a strike or lockout. Tensions are rising between the WNBA and the players' union over salary and revenue distribution models, with the league accusing the union of not presenting a viable economic proposal. Want More Context? 🔎
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