A’ja Wilson is the WNBA’s — and her parents’ — dream come true
PHOENIX — Prior to Game 3 of the WNBA Finals, Eva and Roscoe Wilson indulged me for a trip down memory lane.We went back to Oct. 24, 1996. I was a reporter in New York assigned to cover an event announcing a new women’s professional basketball league: the WNBA.On hand at the event were two high-prof
A’ja Wilson, Jackie Young and Chelsea Gray are at the heart of Las Vegas Aces’ success
PHOENIX – Humility. Accountability. Family.Those have been the defining tenets of the Las Vegas Aces’ core three – A’ja Wilson, Jackie Young and Chelsea Gray – that have served as a foundation amid the construction of one of the most impressive franchise runs in WNBA history. In four seasons, the Ac
Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga ‘at peace’ despite free-agency saga
SAN FRANCISCO – Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga danced to the Afrobeats song “Petite Genie” as it blared in the training facility at Chase Center on Sunday, about 40 minutes after the team’s preseason opener against the Los Angeles Lakers. It was perhaps poetic timing considering the
Andscape Roundtable: Shedeur Sanders to BROWNS QB2? Deion Sanders health CONCERNS?
Andscape digital lead Erik Horne, columnist William C. Rhoden, senior columnist Clinton Yates and Jean-Jacques Taylor, president of JJT Media Group, discuss the trade of Cleveland Browns quarterback Joe Flacco to the Cincinnati Bengals and what it means for Shedeur Sanders. They also talk about Colo
These Afro-Latina athletes are rewriting the record books with their success
Listen to this storyLoading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player…From gold medalists to national champions, these Afro-Latina athletes are among the best in their sport. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, here are five Afro-Latina athletes who we are following and think you should, too
Jay Williams’ ‘Imported’ documents how overseas basketball works for Americans
Television analyst and former NBA guard Jay Williams has long wondered what it would be like to play basketball overseas. The second overall pick in the 2002 NBA draft, whose basketball career was derailed by a motorcycle accident in June of 2003, considered playing professionally in Italy but ultim
At Overtime Select, ‘Auntie Shea’ guides the top high school girls’ basketball prospects
Le’Sheala Dawson isn’t just the director of athlete relations for Overtime Select, a summer league designed to spotlight the nation’s top high school girls’ basketball prospects. Dawson, whom the players affectionately christened “Auntie Shea,” is a respected mentor to the next generation.“I think b
Phoenix Mercury’s Monique Akoa Makani derives pride, purpose from African roots
Phoenix Mercury guard Monique Akoa Makani still remembers the culture shock.Then 9 years old, Akoa Makani had recently moved to the Les Bleus neighborhood of Lyon, France, after her family had emigrated from her native Cameroon, a country in central Africa.Coming from Cameroon, Akoa Makani spoke Fre
Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane the ‘perfect match’ for the franchise
ORLANDO – The way Paolo Banchero sees it, the stunning Desmond Bane addition was the needed piece to vault the Orlando Magic into a position to compete for something the franchise has never won: An NBA championship.“We could be extremely good,” Banchero told Andscape after practice on Oct. 2. “We co
WNBA Finals the calm before the league’s CBA storm
LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Aces took a commanding 2-0 lead over the Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA Finals on SundayAces center A’ja Wilson and guard Jackie Young combined for 60 points and Las Vegas moved a step closer to winning the franchise’s third championship. With yet another dominating performanc
Andscape roundtable: Shedeur Sanders TALK! Debating the BEST young Black QB situation in NFL.
The 16 is an ongoing essay series on the record number of Black quarterbacks starting in the NFL during the 2025 season.As part of “The 16” — Andscape’s look at the historic 16 Black starting quarterback in the NFL this season — senior NFL writer Jason Reid, senior writer Martenzie Johnson, columnis
For Terence Crawford, being ‘The Greatest’ doesn’t exclude him from the possibility of death in America
For a few weekends in Omaha, Nebraska, the prophet was welcomed in his hometown.After Terence “Bud” Crawford dismantled Canelo Alvarez on Sept. 14 in a boxing match that cemented him as one of the sport’s all-time greats, he returned to a hero’s welcome. Six days later, on a college football Saturda
AEW’s MVP knows the secret to The Hurt Syndicate’s success. And he’s ready to tell you
The Hurt Syndicate hurts people.That’s something wrestling arena audiences love reminding viewers on their couches when the group makes its entrance. Professional wrestlers MVP, Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin, who form The Hurt Syndicate, relocated their business from World Wrestling Entertainme
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander keeps the family close with heartfelt Converse SHAI 001 pack
This year couldn’t have been scripted more perfectly for NBA superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.The 27-year-old point guard captured the NBA scoring title, averaging 32.7 points per game during the 2024-25 regular season. That was before being named the league MVP and, ultimately, the NBA Finals MVP
Despite anguish, Penn State still has belief
‘The Most American Sport’ is a four-part series exploring the culture of college football. | Part 1: Texas A&MSTATE COLLEGE, Penn. – Before heartbreak, there was hope. Of course there was.It was eight hours before kickoff of the Penn State-Oregon “White Out” game – one of the most electric, deafenin
These NFL cheerleaders’ careers took root on the sidelines of historically Black colleges
Before they were performing in NFL stadiums before tens of thousands of fans, several cheerleaders for professional football teams laid the foundation for their careers at historically Black colleges and universities.Andscape spoke to five of these HBCU alums about their paths to becoming NFL cheerl
NFL executive Troy Vincent takes pride in wife’s book ‘The Table of Life’
Throughout successful careers as a standout NFL player and now a high-ranking league executive, Troy Vincent has leaned on his wife, Tommi, for support and guidance.So when Tommi – a longtime advocate for women who’s also known for throwing down in the kitchen – considered writing a book that blends
Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier’s remarks make it clear: The gloves are off
On Tuesday, Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier pulled the rug out from under WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert.Tuesday was supposed to be about the evening’s anticipated Game 5 semifinal matchup between the Las Vegas Aces and Indiana Fever, the latest chapter in a postseason that has delivered
September’s Tunnel ‘Fits we can’t stop thinking about
September is a big month for fashion enthusiasts with a capital F. Not only is it the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe as the seasons change, there is back-to-school shopping, and Fashion Month begins here in New York. With the hint of chill in the air, our favorite athletes can really start dr
Norman Powell joins Miami Heat with chip on his shoulder
MIAMI – Norman Powell was enjoying his NBA offseason while taking a gondola ride in Venice, Italy, with his girlfriend when suddenly an urgent phone call completely changed the vibe. After a breakthrough season that garnered NBA All-Star consideration with the Los Angeles Clippers, the shooting guar
Courtney Mays breaks down iconic looks for her athlete clients
Introducing Aesthetically Speaking, our series that delves into style-minded storytelling at the intersection of fashion and sports, featuring the brands and stylists who make it happen.Courtney Mays knows how to use clothing to tell a story for her clients. The veteran stylist has long been trusted