Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke for the first time Tuesday on his decision to throw out a plea deal for the men accused in al-Qaida's 2001 attacks, saying that the depth of American losses and sacrifice on 9/11 demand that the military commission trial goes ahead. … [Read more...] about Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin defends decision to throw out plea deal for 9/11 defendants
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Recap: France MBB beat Canada, 82-73 in 2024 Olympic quarterfinals
Photo by LUIS TATO/AFP via Getty Images Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly didn’t play much at all. But he’s on track to win a medal in this tournament! The France men’s national basketball team defeated Canada, 71-62 in Paris on Tuesday night in 2024 Olympic quarterfinals. Les Bleus, probably feeling a bit pissed about their 3x3 championship game loss against the … [Read more...] about Recap: France MBB beat Canada, 82-73 in 2024 Olympic quarterfinals
Poll: Should the NBA alter the schedule so players can be in 3×3?
Photo by Andre Weening/BSR Agency/Getty Images The WNBA players can be in for Team USA, so why not the men? And do you REALLY think the Netherlands is the best in basketball of any kind in the world? Just saying. Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Washington Wizards fans and fans … [Read more...] about Poll: Should the NBA alter the schedule so players can be in 3×3?
Olympics 2024: Basketball open thread for August 7
Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images The Olympic women’s basketball quarterfinals begin today! Happy Wednesday! Here are the scores from yesterday’s men’s basketball quarterfinals, and the women’s basketball games scheduled for today. Men’s Basketball scores from Aug. 6 Germany 76, Greece 63 Serbia 95, Australia 90 FRANCE 82, Canada 73 United States 122, Brazil … [Read more...] about Olympics 2024: Basketball open thread for August 7
Warriors To Target Top 5 Pick If Lauri Markkanen Trade Fails
The Golden State Warriors are ready to pivot to a former top-five pick if their attempt to acquire Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen fails. The Bay Area squad is attempting to reload after missing the 2024 NBA Playoffs. They have lost longtime star Klay Thompson to the Dallas Mavericks and NBA 75th Anniversary Team member Chris Paul to the San Antonio Spurs this summer. Their … [Read more...] about Warriors To Target Top 5 Pick If Lauri Markkanen Trade Fails