Sports

Football fans will no longer be allowed to purchase adidas' customized German football kits with the number 44 following criticisms of its similarities to a Nazi symbol.According to reports, many have compared the font used in the number 44 kits to that of the Nazi Schutzstaffel (SS) Armanen rune symbol. The SS operated under Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party, and was known to be one of the biggest perpetrators in the Holocaust. Historian Michael König was the first to point out the issue and called the kits' design "very questionable."Oliver Brüggen, a spokesperson for adidas, clarified that any similarities were not deliberate, "People from around 100 countries work at Adidas. Our company stands for the promotion of diversity and inclusion, and as a company we actively campaign against xen...

Bronny James, the eldest child of LeBron James, officially announced his decision to enter the 2024 NBA draft.The 19-year-old, who played college ball for the University of Southern California (USC) Trojans, revealed on social media that he will also maintain his college eligibility and enter the NCAA transfer portal. "I've had a year with some ups and downs but all added to growth for me as a man, student and athlete," James wrote, adding a heartfelt thank you to USC, his family, friends, doctors, athletic trainers and fans for their support.In July 2023, James suffered from a cardiac arrest and had to undergo a procedure for a congenital heart defect, causing him to sit out for five months. ESPN reports that he will need to be evaluated and approved by the league's fitness-to-play panel ...

A total of 13 basketball players, coaches and executives are set to join the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2024.Amongst this year's inductees are the likes of Vince Carter, Chauncey Billups, Dick Barnett, Jerry West and Seimone Augustus, all of whom will be celebrated during this year’s Enshrinement festivities on August 16 to August 17. The accolades of the Class of 2024 range from multiple-time NBA All-Star players, Rookie of the Year winners, five-time NBA Champions, Olympic gold winners, four-time WNBA Champions and more. West, in particular, is the first to be inducted into the HOF twice as a player and a contributor.“Without a shadow of doubt, the accomplishments of the 2024 class stand as a testament to unparalleled excellence,” said John L. Doleva, President an...