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Former Wake Forest and NBA forward Rodney Rogers dies aged 54

Rodney Rogers
November 2025

Former Wake Forest star and 12-year NBA veteran Rodney Rogers has died at 54 from natural causes linked to his long-standing spinal cord injury, ending a 17-year period of paralysis that he used to inspire others through advocacy and foundation work. The ex-ACC Player of the Year and 2000 Sixth Man of the Year, whose No. 54 jersey was retired by Wake Forest, spent his post-accident years promoting resilience for people with spinal injuries, earning a Distinguished Alumni Award and an honorary degree as former coaches and teammates hailed his strength and character.

Dillon Brooks Suspended After 16th Technical Foul

Dillon Brooks
February 2026

Brooks received an automatic one-game suspension without pay after his 16th technical foul of the season, per NBA rules. The 16th technical was assessed during Phoenix’s loss to Oklahoma City. League policy triggers a one-game ban at 16, then one additional game for every two techs thereafter. He will miss the road game at San Antonio on Feb. 19.

Wembanyama Wins 2025-26 Magic Johnson Award

Victor Wembanyama
April 2026

Victor Wembanyama has won the 2025-26 Magic Johnson Award, which recognises the NBA player who best combines excellence on the court with professionalism and openness with media and fans. He becomes the first Spurs player to win it. The PBWA praised Wembanyama for being thoughtful, patient and engaging throughout the season, while also producing elite numbers on the court. He averaged 25 points, 11.5 rebounds and a league-leading 3.1 blocks per game.

Simmons faces bleak NBA future after agent split and retirement talk

Ben Simmons (Free Agent)
September 2025

Ben Simmons, now a free agent, is considering retirement as doubts over his NBA career deepen. His longtime agent Bernie Lee ended their partnership, while executives and scouts suggest there’s little appetite among teams to take a chance on him anymore. Simmons, once an All-Star, has been derailed by injuries and confidence issues. After buyouts with the Nets and Clippers, he averaged just 2.9 points in limited minutes last season. Scouts say his decline and reputation make him unlikely to secure another NBA role.

Anthony Edwards Hits 10,000 Points, Third-Youngest in NBA History

Anthony Edwards
January 2026

Edwards became the third-youngest player to reach 10,000 career points during Minnesota’s 131-122 win over Cleveland, joining a short list of under-25 scorers. He reached the mark in his fourth-quarter minutes after a strong all-around night. His pace ranks among the fastest for active players, and he is now one of the few Timberwolves ever to cross 10,000 points.

Lakers and Celtics Taking Opposite Paths Into the Playoff Pressure Zone

Los Angeles Lakers, Boston Celtics
March 2026

The Lakers and Celtics have built similar records through very different profiles, with Boston dominating on overall point differential and Los Angeles excelling in clutch situations. The contrast has sharpened debate over whether late-game execution or broader control is the stronger indicator for playoff success. NBA.com noted that Boston entered at 46-23 with a plus-8.1 net rating, while the Lakers were 44-25 with a far smaller plus-1.2 mark but the league’s best clutch record at 20-6. The split suggests the Celtics have been more convincing overall, while the Lakers have repeatedly found ways to close tight games.

Dybantsa Awaits NBA Future After Draft Lottery

AJ Dybantsa
May 2026

AJ Dybantsa reflected on his journey as he awaits his NBA destination following the draft lottery results. Years of development and exposure have positioned him as a top prospect, with the next step depending on draft outcomes and team selection.

Edwards Adds Post Game in Kobe-MJ Inspired Push

Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves)
September 2025

Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards is working to add a post-up and midrange game, inspired by Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan, aiming for more consistency in big games. Despite back-to-back Western Conference Finals runs, he remains inconsistent in playoff scoring. Edwards has studied Jordan and Bryant tapes, seeking to integrate fadeaways and mid-post scoring into his arsenal. His 27.6 points per game dipped in the postseason, with poor midrange accuracy. Developing new dimensions could elevate him from All-Star to genuine franchise superstar.

JB Bickerstaff Earns 2026 All-Star Head Coach Spot After Pistons Lead East

JB Bickerstaff
January 2026

Bickerstaff will coach at the 2026 NBA All-Star Game after Detroit held the Eastern Conference’s best record through Feb. 1, marking his first All-Star head coaching selection. He becomes Detroit’s first All-Star head coach since Flip Saunders in 2005-06, with the 2026 game set for Feb. 15 on NBC and Peacock.

Trail Blazers Fined and Executives Suspended Over Yang Hansen Scouting Violation

Portland Trail Blazers
April 2026

Portland were fined $100,000 by the NBA after the league found the franchise made illegal contact with Yang Hansen while he was still draft-ineligible. Assistant general managers Sergi Oliva and Mike Schmitz were also suspended for two weeks without pay. The violation related to scouting contact in December 2023, two years before Hansen entered the draft. Portland said it self-reported the issue, cooperated fully with the investigation, and accepted the league’s punishment after later selecting Hansen with the 16th pick.

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