The legendary basketball player Dikembe Mutombo died on Monday at the age of 58 after battling brain cancer.
Cape Town Tigers Samkelo Cele will play for a chance to earn an NBA contract when he takes part in the Summer League with the New York Knicks.
Caitlin Clark, who smashed records on and off the court in a dazzling US college career, was selected first in the WNBA draft on Monday.
Northwood High School's Under 19 basketball team emerged victorious at the prestigious St. John's College Invitational Tournament, securing the number 1 ranking in South Africa amidst fierce competition from local and international teams.
As eyes turn to a packed 2024 schedule featuring the Paris Olympics, AFP looks at five breakout stars from the last 12 months.
Coby White scored 24 points and Nikola Vucevic added 23 for the Bulls, who saw a 12-point lead to start the fourth quarter whittled to one point on Tyrese Maxey's three-pointer with 33. 2 seconds remaining.
SA Wheelchair Basketball sensation Michelle Moganedi speaks about becoming disabled and finding her purpose in the sport, which has opened doors she never knew existed.
Two-time Olympic champion and four-time NBA champion LeBron James has been recruiting fellow NBA stars for a US squad that seeks a fifth gold medal in a row next year at the Paris Olympics.
The Los Angeles Lakers will pay tribute to the late Kobe Bryant with a statue of the Hall of Fame guard in front of their arena, the team said on Thursday.