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Family and NBA Demand Justice for Murdered Lawyer in Abia State

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Abia, Nigeria — A call for justice echoes throughout Nigeria and beyond following the tragic death of a young lawyer, who was brutally assassinated in Abia state’s commercial capital, Aba. The legal and sporting communities, including the NBA, are uniting in their demand for a thorough investigation and accountability to address this heinous crime. The lawyer, known for his passionate involvement in sports law and advocacy, was fatally shot by unknown gunmen while seated in his vehicle. The attack, occurring in broad daylight, has not only shaken the local community but has also drawn attention … Read more

NBA Seeks to Dismiss Warner Bros. Discovery Lawsuit Over Media Rights Deal with Amazon Amid Breakup of Long-standing Turner Partnership

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NEW YORK — The NBA has formally requested the New York Supreme Court to reject a lawsuit from Warner Bros. Discovery, arguing that the media giant’s subsidiary, Turner Broadcasting System, did not meet the conditions necessary to match a competitive bid for league broadcasting rights. This legal conflict has emerged weeks after the NBA inked a substantial $76 billion media deal with Amazon Prime Video, Disney, and NBC, possibly ending its long-standing broadcast partnership with Turner that started in 1984. In a 28-page court document submitted on a recent Friday, along with supplementary filings, the … Read more

Former NBA Star Scottie Pippen and Ex-Wife Larsa Sued for Harassment and Stalking, $250 Million Lawsuit Claims

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Chicago, Illinois – Former Chicago Bulls legend Scottie Pippen and his ex-wife Larsa Pippen have been hit with a lawsuit alleging harassment and stalking. Chyvette Valentine, who claims to be Pippen’s former girlfriend, filed the lawsuit against Pippen, Larsa, and Pippen’s brother Carl in the Circuit Court of Cook County. In the court documents, Valentine accuses the trio, along with the Chicago Bulls, of causing her suffering. She is seeking $250 million in damages. Valentine alleges that she had an on-and-off relationship with Pippen from 1987 to 1993, which ultimately ended after she was allegedly … Read more

NBA Star Anthony Davis Arrested for DUI, Injuring both Driver and Pedestrian in Apple Valley Street Collision

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Apple Valley, CA – NBA player Anthony Davis has been charged with DUI after being involved in a collision with a car and a pedestrian on Pawnee Road near Esaws Avenue. The incident occurred at approximately 6:00 p.m., according to the Apple Valley Sheriff’s Station. The details surrounding the incident are still emerging, but it is reported that Davis struck the car and the pedestrian while under the influence of alcohol. The local authorities have since charged him with DUI, which carries serious legal consequences. Driving under the influence is a dangerous and illegal act … Read more