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GLEN DAVIS 'BIG BABY' SENTENCED IN NBA HEALTH CARE FRAUD SCHEME

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The 38-year-old athlete, who was once celebrated for his role in the Boston Celtics' 2008 championship team, faced charges of health care fraud, wire fraud, and conspiracy related to making false statements and committing health care and wire fraud.

FROM ROOKIE TO PRODIGY, DECODING WEMBANYAMA'S DOMINANCE

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Victor Wembanyama's historic rookie season has culminated in a unanimous selection as the NBA Rookie of the Year for the 2023-24 season, a feat that aligns him with the greats of the game and marks a new era for the San Antonio Spurs.

NIKOLA JOKIC WINS 3RD NBA MVP IN 4 SEASONS

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Jokic, the Denver Nuggets star from Serbia, was announced Wednesday night as the NBA’s Most Valuable Player — his third time winning the award in the past four seasons, a feat that just six other players in league history have accomplished.

FORMER NBA PLAYER DARIUS MORRIS DEAD AT 33

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Former NBA player Darius Morris, known for his tenure with various teams including the Los Angeles Lakers during his four-year NBA career from 2011 to 2015, has passed away at the age of 33. Shams Charania of The Athletic first reported Morris' death. The family of Morris released a statement to TMZ on May 4, urging fans to honor their request for privacy as they grieve.

THUNDER MOWING DOWN THROUGH THE NBA

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The Thunder's journey through the playoffs has been nothing short of spectacular. With Shai Gilgeous-Alexander at the helm, they've orchestrated a symphony of basketball excellence that echoes through the arenas. In Game 1 against the Mavericks, Gilgeous-Alexander's near triple-double performance of 29 points, 9 rebounds, and 9 assists set the tone for the series.

THE BIG THREE ERA FADES: LEBRON, KD, AND STEPHEN CURRY BOW OUT OF PLAYOFFS

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Kevin Durant, a scoring savant with the finesse of a guard trapped in a forward's body, has also faced the twilight of his career. His journey has been one of transformation, from the young scorer in Oklahoma to the seasoned veteran leading teams with his experience and skill. Durant's path has mirrored that of James in many ways, including the scrutiny faced over team decisions and the relentless pursuit of greatness.

THE TIMBERWOLVES MAUL THE NUGGETS :A DECISIVE VICTORY SPARKS UPSET

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The Timberwolves have been a force to be reckoned with on both ends of the court, led by the dynamic Anthony Edwards who's been averaging a blistering 25.9 points per game. Their defensive strategy, anchored by the league-leading rebound king, Rudy Gobert (averaging a staggering 12.9 rebounds per game) , has been a brick wall, completely stifling the Nuggets' offensive efforts and leaving them searching for answers .

WNBA LEGEND, CANDACE PARKER ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT AFTER 16 REMARKABLE SEASONS

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Candace Parker, a true icon of women’s basketball, has decided to hang up her sneakers after an illustrious 16-year career. The three-time WNBA champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist made the emotional announcement via social media on Sunday, leaving fans and fellow players reflecting on her remarkable impact on the game.