The NBA has suspended Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green indefinitely after he struck Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic in the face during Tuesday night's game. Joe Dumars, the league's Executive Vice President and Head of Basketball Operations, announced the suspension less than 24 hours after the incident, citing Green's repeated history of unsportsmanlike acts. Warriors coach Steve Kerr expressed disappointment with the suspension, but the NBA and the Warriors will continue to monitor the situation and make a decision when the time is right.
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Bronny James, son of NBA legend LeBron James, made his return to the court on December 10th, 2023 after suffering a cardiac arrest due to a congenital heart defect. Despite the excitement of the moment, the Trojans lost the game to the visiting Long Beach State. Bronny's return marks a triumphant moment for the James family, and the USC Trojans will be looking to him to help lead the team to victory in the upcoming season.
USC has cleared 19-year-old Bronny James, son of NBA legend LeBron James, to return to basketball practice next week after a cardiac arrest in July. Bronny is expected to make his collegiate debut soon after resuming practice, and USC coach Andy Enfield is looking forward to having him back on the court.
The NBA is investigating allegations that Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey had an inappropriate relationship with a minor, which were posted on social media by an anonymous user. Giddey and Coach Mark Daigneault declined to comment on the situation, and the NBA spokesperson Michael Bass said the league is looking into the accusation. The social media account that posted the accusation has since been deactivated.
Che Flores, the NBA's first out nonbinary and transgender referee, has entered their second season as an NBA staff referee. They have experienced being misgendered in the past, but being able to identify as nonbinary and transgender has allowed them to feel more comfortable. The NBA has been making strides to be more inclusive and accepting of the LGBTQ+ community, including launching the NBA Pride Collection and hosting its first-ever Pride Game in June 2021. Flores's story is a reminder of the importance of representation in sports.
Former NBA player Brandon Hunter has died at the age of 42 after collapsing while doing hot yoga. Jeff Boals, Hunter's former coach, shared the news on social media, and the Orlando Magic remembered him as having an "infectious personality". Ohio University, Hunter's alma mater, also announced his passing, with Bobcats coach Jeff Boals saying he will be remembered for his "tremendous work ethic, competitive spirit, and love for the game of basketball".
NBA star Kevin Porter Jr. has been taken into custody at the 17th Precinct in Midtown Manhattan, suspected of assaulting his girlfriend. Police responded to a 911 call at 6:45 a.m. at the Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza, where they found a 26-year-old woman with a laceration on her face. Porter is expected to be charged with assault and strangulation, and the investigation is ongoing.
Bronny James, the eldest son of NBA megastar LeBron James, experienced a sudden cardiac arrest on July 24. After medical evaluations by experts from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, the Mayo Clinic and the Morristown Medical Center, it was determined that the cause was an "anatomically and functionally significant congenital heart defect". The family expressed confidence in Bronny's full recovery and requested privacy as they provide updates. It is important to remember that anyone can experience cardiac arrest and to be aware of the life-saving techniques, such as CPR and the use of an AED.