Remembering Kobe Bryant Remembering Kobe Bryant
The NBA great died today in a helicopter crash with eight others, including his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna.
Jan 26, 2020 / Dave Zirin
The Towering, Complicated Legacy of David Stern The Towering, Complicated Legacy of David Stern
The NBA commissioner, who helmed the league for 30 years, has passed away, and his history demands serious examination.
Jan 2, 2020 / Dave Zirin
The Athletes Who Fought Back in 2019 The Athletes Who Fought Back in 2019
For a taste of political resistance and victory, look no further than the world of sports.
Dec 20, 2019 / Dave Zirin
When It Comes to Being Gay-Friendly, Women’s Sports Are Ahead of the Game When It Comes to Being Gay-Friendly, Women’s Sports Are Ahead of the Game
Women’s leagues have become much safer spaces for queerness, while men’s sports are still trapped in a culture of repression.
Nov 20, 2019 / Payal Dhar
LeBron James’s Politics Stop at the Water’s Edge LeBron James’s Politics Stop at the Water’s Edge
The King was asked about the relationship between China and the NBA, and did not cloak himself in glory.
Oct 15, 2019 / Dave Zirin
Where in the World Is Daryl Morey? Where in the World Is Daryl Morey?
The Houston Rockets GM dipped his toe into political waters, and now the players are left to clean up the mess.
Oct 14, 2019 / Dave Zirin
Trump Attacks NBA Coaches Over China Trump Attacks NBA Coaches Over China
For the first time, Trump went after white men in the world of sports.
Oct 10, 2019 / Dave Zirin
The NBA Is Only ‘Woke’ When It’s Profitable The NBA Is Only ‘Woke’ When It’s Profitable
The NBA sides with their multibillion-dollar business partners over the human rights of demonstrators being gunned down in Hong Kong.
Oct 8, 2019 / Dave Zirin
Masai Ujiri and ‘the Police Version of Events’ Masai Ujiri and ‘the Police Version of Events’
The Toronto Raptors team president had some form of confrontation with an Alameda Country sheriff after the NBA championship. The police story, however, has changed.
Jun 25, 2019 / Dave Zirin
The Toronto Raptors Is a Team Worth Cheering For The Toronto Raptors Is a Team Worth Cheering For
If you have no rooting interest in these NBA Finals, consider Toronto.
May 31, 2019 / Dave Zirin