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‘I had no choice’—Arteta defends decision to play Thomas Partey at right-back

Arsenal's manager claims he has no choice after starting Partey at right-back. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has defended his decision to deploy Thomas Partey as a right-back during their 2-2 draw with Aston Villa, describing the move as a necessity due to a lack of available options in that position. Arteta explained the reasoning behind the tactical adjustment I had no choice. I didn't have another right...

Pro-wrestler took his life in hotel after spending Christmas with family – Court hears

A court in the UK has heard the case involving the circumstances surrounding the death of a gifted professional wrestler in December. Here's what led to his unfortunate demise. A talented pro-wrestler took his own life in a hotel room just days after spending Christmas with his family, an inquest heard. Kurtis Chapman, 26, was found dead by staff at the Ibis in Portsmouth, Hampshire, on...
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NBA: LA Lakers trade D’Angelo Russell to Brooklyn Nets- Sources

The Los Angeles Lakers have agreed to trade D’Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis and three second-round picks to the Brooklyn Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith and...

NBA: Joel Embiid ejected in Sixers win over San Antonio Spurs

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid was ejected in the first half of Monday night’s 111-106 victory over the San Antonio Spurs after drawing two...

NBA: Damian Lillard and Adidas sign lifetime contract

Milwaukee Bucks star Damian Lillard has agreed to a lifetime contract extension with Adidas, sources told ESPN on Wednesday. As Lillard’s deal with Adidas expired...

CAF confirms the 2025 competition calendar and AFCON draw date.

The CAF Executive Committee (EXCO) has approved the 2025 competition calendar and announced that the final draw for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)...

NBA Cup: Milwaukee Bucks qualify to semifinals

The Bucks are heading to Las Vegas for the second consecutive season after beating the Orlando Magic 114-109 on Tuesday night to advance to...

Basketball: New York Knicks beat Magic to qualify to NBA Cup Quarterfinals

Karl-Anthony Towns had 23 points and 15 rebounds, Jalen Brunson scored 21 points and the New York Knicks beat the Orlando Magic 121-106 on...

2024 Basketball Festival: Ghana beat France to clinch the ultimate title

The Ghana men’s basketball team emerged victorious at the 4th edition of the Africa Basketball Festival 2024, hosted at the University of Ghana, Accra. Ghana...

NBA: Klay Thompson scores 22 points in 26 minutes as Mavericks win

Thompson’s takeoff with his new franchise was pretty impressive. He scored 22 points in 26 minutes during Dallas’ season-opening 120-109 win over the San Antonio...

NBA: Former MVP Derrick Rose retires after 16-year career

“Knowing that I gave my all to the game, I feel confident in my decision,” Rose told ESPN. “Basketball was just the beginning for...

NBA: Golden State Warriors, Stephen Curry agree to 1-year, $62.6M extension

Golden State Warriors star guard Stephen Curry has agreed to a one-year, $62.6 million extension, his agent, Jeff Austin of Octagon, told ESPN’s Adrian...

NBA: Donovan Mitchell, Cleveland Cavaliers agree to 3-year, $150.3M extension

Cleveland Cavaliers All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell has agreed on a three-year, $150.3 million maximum contract extension that includes a player option for the 2027-28...

NBA: Boston Celtics’ Jayson Tatum agrees to record 5-year, $314M deal

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum has agreed on a five-year, $314 million extension — the largest contract in NBA history — sources told ESPN’s...