NBA franchise that was swept 4-0 by Oklahoma City Thunder in 2026 playoffs before LeBron James departed and ownership transferred to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner.
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… He was playing for Taiwanese team the Taoyuan Leopards, having left the Los Angeles Lakers the previous year. …
Global sports stars who have drawn China's ireCitizen Digital
Doncic dominates for Lakers as James' Sixers fall to Pistons By AFP October 26, 2026 02:15 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives to the basket during the game agai …
Doncic dominates for Lakers as James' Sixers fall to PistonsCitizen Digital
… I still want to compete, to win and to have a chance at the feeling of winning another championship." James, the NBA's all-time leading scorer, said in June he was leaving the Los Angeles Lakers. …
LeBron joins 76ers to chase one more NBA title at age 41Citizen Digital
… Because we've got not just Steph but multiple vets we are going to try and manage, because it's the only way we can do this." The Warriors open their season against the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday.
Warriors' Curry 'fine' after limping out of practice - KerrCitizen Digital
… James, the NBA's all-time leading scorer, announced in July that he had signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the 76ers, ending weeks of speculation over where the four-time NBA champion would land as a free agent after eight seasons and one title with the Los Angeles Lakers. …
LeBron shines in pre-season debut for re-tooled 76ersThe Standard
… They average 20, 22 points a game and they have one or two post-season appearances and zero post-season wins."I don't think anybody in the locker room wants their career to be like that, or we wouldn't be here." James won titles with Miami, Cleveland and the Los Angeles Lakers by …
LeBron says 76ers must get uncomfortable to become greatCitizen Digital
… "I don't think anybody in the locker room wants their career to be like that or we wouldn't be here." James won titles with Miami, Cleveland and the Los Angeles Lakers by knowing not to expect "instant oatmeal" blending. …
LeBron says 76ers must get uncomfortable to become greatThe Standard
… The two wins saw them bag six crucial points that propelled them back to the peak of the standings in addition to creating a five-point gap between them and defending champions Lakers who dropped to second place.They have 26 points from eight wins and two draws while Lakers have …
Flawless Blazers topple champions Lakers from top spotCitizen Digital
… Boehly and Walter are among the co-owners of the Los Angeles Dodgers baseball team, while Walter recently sold the Los Angeles Lakers basketball franchise for $12.5 billion. …
Alonso says Chelsea ambition 'very clear' after end of Boehly eraCitizen Digital
… Boehly and Walter co-own the Los Angeles Dodgers baseball team, while Walter recently sold the Los Angeles Lakers basketball franchise for $12.5 billion. …
Boehly and Walter sell Chelsea stake to Clearlake CapitalKylian Mbappe was dropped by two major Chinese brands after a video circulated online in which he apparently joked about former Chinese leader Mao Zedong. The article lists other global athletes who have faced backlash and financial consequences in China for comments on politically sensitive topics.
27 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kylian Mbappe was dropped by two major Chinese brands after a video circulated online in which he apparently joked about former Chinese leader Mao Zedong. The article lists other global athletes who have faced backlash and financial consequences in China for comments on politically sensitive topics.
27 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Luka Doncic scored 52 points with 10 assists and 8 rebounds to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 132-123 victory over the Utah Jazz, maintaining their perfect start since LeBron James departed for Philadelphia.
26 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
LeBron James, seeking a fifth NBA title, has joined the Philadelphia 76ers for his record 24th season at age 41. The Sixers are chasing a championship, with James stating in July that his move was about making a title run.
19 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Golden State coach Steve Kerr said guard Stephen Curry was "fine" after limping out of the team's open practice on Sunday following a right ankle injury. Curry skidded on the court while making a turn and left for the locker room; Kerr allayed concerns about aggravation of Curry's right knee injury from last season.
19 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
NBA star LeBron James played in his first pre-season game for the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, delivering a solid first half, though the team fell 114-108 to the Brooklyn Nets. James, 41, signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the 76ers in July after eight seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers.
9 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
LeBron James told his Philadelphia 76ers teammates they must work hard on repetitive tasks and escape their comfort zones to achieve greatness. James, preparing for his 24th NBA season, said camaraderie and changes will take time to produce results, and that success requires sacrifice rather than seeking "instant oatmeal" outcomes.
30 September 2026 · The Standard →
LeBron James told his new Philadelphia 76ers teammates that they must work hard on repetitive tasks and escape their comfort zones to achieve greatness. James, preparing for his 24th season after signing with the Sixers, said the team is motivated to improve daily and that camaraderie and changes will take time to produce results.
28 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Blazers Hockey Club, the only undefeated side this season, returned to the top of the Kenya Hockey Union Women's Premier League standings with victories over Sliders (3-0) and Kenyatta University Titans (2-0), creating a five-point gap between them and defending champions Lakers who dropped to second place.
28 September 2026 · The Standard →
Clearlake Capital, led by Behdad Eghbali and Jose E. Feliciano, acquired the stakes of American billionaires Todd Boehly and Mark Walter to take full control of Chelsea. Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said the club's ambition was "very clear" following the ownership change.
17 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Chelsea chairman Todd Boehly and director Mark Walter have sold their stakes in the Premier League club to majority owner Clearlake Capital, which has now assumed full control. Clearlake previously held 62 percent of the club following its £2.5 billion purchase from Roman Abramovich in May 2022, with fellow investor Hansjorg Wyss remaining a stakeholder.
17 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former AS Roma captain Francesco Totti has joined Maxima Roma, a newly created basketball team, as an adviser responsible for fan base development and corporate social responsibility, declining roles with the Italian national team and his former football club.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Los Angeles Lakers are being sold to former Disney CEO Bob Iger and investor Joshua Kushner in a deal valued at $12.5 billion, marking a record-breaking valuation for a North American sports franchise, according to ESPN.
12 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The 41-year-old NBA superstar LeBron James has signed a contract with the Philadelphia 76ers, with managing owner Josh Harris expressing enthusiasm about the team's championship prospects. James agreed to a two-year deal worth $8 million, aiming to help the franchise pursue its first NBA title since 1983.
28 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The 41-year-old NBA superstar announced he will play for the Philadelphia 76ers next season after departing the Los Angeles Lakers as a free agent. James, a four-time MVP with four championship titles in his 23-year career, says he believes he can help make the 76ers a championship team.
24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
LeBron James's agent Rich Paul said the 41-year-old NBA superstar has ten realistic team destinations to choose from next season after announcing he will leave the Los Angeles Lakers and pursue free agency for his 24th NBA campaign.
4 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Basketball star LeBron James congratulated footballer Folarin Balogun for scoring twice in the United States' 2-0 World Cup victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina, after Balogun emulated James's trademark "Silencer" celebration (though his first goal was ruled offside).
2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Los Angeles Clippers are finalizing a trade to send Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors, the team he led to the NBA title in 2019, in exchange for All-Star forward Brandon Ingram, backup guard Gradey Dick and first-round draft selections in 2031 and 2033.
1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Oklahoma City Thunder defeated Los Angeles Lakers 115-110 on Monday to complete a 4-0 playoff sweep, advancing to the Western Conference finals. Lakers star LeBron James, 41 and out of contract after this season, scored 24 points and 12 rebounds in what could be his final game.
12 May 2026 · The Standard →