Basketball

Court Clears NBA Star Ja Morant in Self-Defense Case Stemming from Home Basketball Game Dispute

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Memphis, Tennessee – A tense legal battle centered on an alleged assault during a basketball game at the home of Memphis Grizzlies player Ja Morant came to a close this Monday. A Shelby County Circuit Court judge ruled in favor of dismissing the civil lawsuit brought against Morant, citing the NBA star’s credible claim of self-defense. The lawsuit originated from a July 2022 incident, where Joshua Holloway, then 17, accused Morant of assaulting him during a friendly game. According to court documents, the confrontation was sparked when Holloway accidentally hit Morant with a basketball, leading … Read more

Settlement Reached in Wrongful Death Suit Linked to Former Alabama Basketball Players

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Tuscaloosa, Ala. — A settlement was finalized on Friday concerning the wrongful death civil lawsuit brought forth by the family of Jamea Harris, who tragically lost her life in January of this year. The lawsuit named former University of Alabama basketball players Darius Miles and Brandon Miller, as well as Michael Lynn Davis, a suspect in the fatal shooting that occurred on January 14. The legal proceedings were poised to commence in June had the settlement not been agreed upon. To resolve the matter, a trust has been established for the benefit of Harris’s five-year-old … Read more

From Hoops to the Courtroom: Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Schenectady’s Basketball Icon and Justice, Barry Kramer

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Schenectady, NY — Barry Kramer, a standout in both college basketball and his later legal career, was not only a local legend on the courts but also a revered figure in the hallways of justice. The Schenectady native, who passed recently, leaves behind a legacy that touches various spectrums of community life, illustrating a life lived fully in public service and athletics. Born and raised in Schenectady and a 1960 graduate of Linton High School, Kramer caught the eye of many from an early age. His basketball prowess was evident as he became a Parade … Read more

Former Basketball Star Sues Northern California Police for Career-Ending Injury During Arrest

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San Francisco, CA — A former professional basketball player has filed a lawsuit against the Northern California police department claiming that an altercation involving officers prematurely ended his sports career. The incident, which occurred during a routine traffic stop last year, reportedly left the athlete with a severely damaged knee. According to the legal documents, the player alleges that the excessive force used by the police during the stop caused significant injuries which required surgery and subsequently derailed his ability to continue playing competitively. The lawsuit details how, during the stop, a misunderstanding escalated into … Read more