Sports / NBA

Spurs beat Heat 104-87 in Game 5 to win NBA title

The San Antonio Spurs finished off a dominant run to their fifth NBA championship Sunday, ending the Miami Heat's two-year title reign with a 104-87 victory that wrapped up the series in five games.

Tickets for NBA Global Games China 2016 to go on sale July 27

2016-07-20 10:55

NBA China today announced that tickets for NBA Global Games China 2016 presented by Master Kong featuring the Houston Rockets and New Orleans Pelicans will go on sale July 27.

Durant announces to sign with Warriors

2016-07-05 10:23

Oklahoma City Thunder free agent Kevin Durant announced Monday on The Players Tribune that he will join the Golden State Warriors.

Former NBA player Kobe instructs young players in Taiwan

2016-06-28 10:12

Retired NBA superstar Kobe Bryant gives instructions while he holds a short basketball clinic with young players of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan, Monday, June 27, 2016. Kobe Bryant is in Taiwan to hold basketball clinics for young athletes.

Relentless Thunder could turn Warriors into toast on the coast

2016-05-26 08:27

Suddenly, these Golden State Warriors who have been compared all season to the Chicago Bulls dynasty of the 1990s are on the brink of elimination.

Raptors claw back against Heat

2016-05-07 08:35

This time, overtime went the way of the Toronto Raptors.

Top court urged to rehear Jordan dispute

2016-04-27 08:04

A trademark dispute between retired US basketball icon Michael Jordan and a Chinese company has highlighted the complexity of such issues, with China's top court being asked on Tuesday to rehear the case.

Thank you Kobe, say Chinese fans in countdown to retirement

2016-04-14 08:44

Chinese fans are swarming social media pouring their love and support for Kobe Bryant hours before the NBA icon's official retirement.

Thunder roars during Kobe's last road game

2016-04-13 08:03

Oklahoma City Thunder fans made some big noise after flocking to Chesapeake Energy Arena on Monday night to see Kobe Bryant one last time.

Kobe Bryant's accomplishments by the numbers

2016-04-14 11:53

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant has accomplished a great deal in his 20-year-career and there is no denying that Kobe has made a significant impact in NBA history.

Why is Kobe Bryant a valuable brand for business?

2016-04-14 11:06

As one of the most recognizable sportsmen in the world, Kobe Bryant has been undeniably a valuable asset for brands building a global reputation.

What they're saying about Yao's induction 

2016-04-06 08:14

"The first time we met (Jan 18, 2003), he blocked my shots like seven times while I didn't know who he was. He is actually the first guy who turned around and looked me in the eye and shot a jumper right in my face. Yao, I want to say congratulations to you and congratulations to China. You definitely deserve it. You are a great player, a great ambassador to the game and a great friend."

Yao Ming elected to Hall of Fame

2016-04-06 09:09

Despite a relatively short playing career, retired star Yao Ming has been elected a basketball hall of famer for his role in helping to spread the NBA's popularity to China.

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