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Pelle Larsson's foot sprained

Swedish NBA star Pelle Larsson was forced to sit out Wednesday night's game against Orlando with a suspected ankle injury. It is now clear that it is a sprain – and that Larsson could be out for up to two weeks.

New loss – despite Håkanson's great play

Ludvig Håkanson almost managed to turn the game around on his own with his 34 points. But in the end, the basketball masters still fell to Slovenia, who won the World Cup qualifiers 94–83. We are clearly in a tough situation, says the 29-year-old.

NHL boss's denial: "No need right now"

The NBA basketball league will establish itself in Europe – but the NHL claims that there are no such plans. Even though the NHL has just opened an office in Switzerland. Starting leagues or teams here is absolutely not something we are considering right now, says NHL boss Gary Bettman, who confirms that there could be World Cup matches in Sweden.

Detroit extended the streak

Bobi Klintman's Detroit is on a roll in the NBA. In tonight's 114-105 game against Philadelphia, the team took its ninth straight victory.

Larsson is praised: "The starting shot for everything"

Pelle Larsson continues to gain a lot of confidence in the NBA. The Swedish basketball star started when his Miami Heat defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 120–119.

Record deal approved – LA Lakers get new owner

Now it's clear – the Los Angeles Lakers have a new majority owner. The basketball club is valued at a record-high 93 billion kronor.

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver Upset Over Game-Fixing Scandal

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver states that he is "very upset" after the American basketball league was shaken by a game-fixing scandal.

FBI Arrests NBA Star Terry Rozier in Game-Fixing Scandal

NBA star Terry Rozier – teammate with Swede Pelle Larsson in Miami Heat – has been arrested suspected of involvement in a game-fixing scandal, American authorities announced on Thursday. Also, Portland's head coach Chauncey Billups has been arrested, but for involvement in another case.

Pelle Larsson Goes Scoreless in NBA Season Debut with Miami

The success was absent in the Swedish basketball star Pelle Larsson's NBA premiere for the season with Miami. No points and a loss with 121–125 against Orlando was the result instead.

LeBron James Set to Break NBA Season Record, No Retirement Plans Yet

Basket star LeBron James is ready to break records in the coming season in NBA. And the 40-year-old refuses to put a final point to his basketball career.

LeBron James Writes for China's People's Daily Amid NBA Promotion

Basketball icon LeBron James has traveled to China to promote the NBA in the country, after the long conflict between the parties. On Monday, a debate article by James was published in the state-owned People's Daily.

Sweden's Strategy for European Basketball Championship: "Will Shock Them"

It is the men's basketball team's biggest match in history. Turkey is waiting in the round of 16 in the European Championship in basketball. We must match their physicality. Play as hard and strong as they do, says Sweden's Barra Njie.

Sweden's Pelle Larsson Shines Ahead of European Basketball Championship

Sweden is gearing up for the European Championship and in the center is the NBA star Pelle Larsson. Teammates feel the commotion, but mean that it is only positive. He slides into the team just like everyone else, says team captain Ludvig Håkanson ahead of Wednesday's dress rehearsal against Estonia.

NBA Star Pelle Larsson Discusses Life in the USA and European Championship

After the rookie success in NBA, Pelle Larsson is back in Sweden and loading up for the European Championship in basketball. Here, the Miami Heat star talks about the breakthrough, life in the USA, and the pressure before the championship.

Ex-NBA Security Guard Charged for Selling Stolen Miami Heat Jerseys

A former security guard for the NBA team Miami Heat has been charged with selling stolen match jerseys and other items to a value of several million dollars, according to AP.

Kevin Durant Joins Houston Rockets in Club Change from Phoenix Suns

Sweden Eyes NBA Star Pelle Larsson for European Basketball Championship

Sweden's basketball players will play the European Championship for the first time in twelve years this summer. Hopefully with a hot NBA player on the team. The feeling is positive, says sports manager Lars Johansson.

Suspect Swallows $700K Tiffany Earrings in Bold Orlando Heist

A man who is now suspected of grand theft swallowed two pairs of diamond earrings from Tiffany's - worth 7.8 million Swedish kronor.

Lakers' winning streak broken - James injured

NBA star suspended for 25 matches

Canadian fans boo Trump tariffs

The impending trade war between the USA and Canada has already been felt in Canada. Hockey fans in Ottawa and Vancouver have loudly booed the American national anthem before the NHL matches. And basketball fans in Toronto in the NBA have joined in.

Giant Trade Shocks the Basketball World: "Feeling Nauseous"

One of the greatest trades in NBA history is on its way to shake up basketball. According to credible sources, superstar Luka Doncic is being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for one of the USA's best players, Anthony Davis. "Wow, it doesn't exist", writes NBA star Joel Embiid on X.

Djokovic wants to change tennis: "Introduce dancers"

Novak Djokovic thinks that tennis has become a bit boring. Now he suggests that the sport should take after the NFL more, and introduce, among other things, "halftime shows". "I want to see more entertainment", he says.

McGregor faces civil lawsuit for assault