In a major trade ahead of the WNBA's deadline on August 7th, the Washington Mystics sent rising star Aaliyah Edwards to the Connecticut Sun. In exchange, the Mystics will receive Jacy Sheldon and a first-round pick swap.
Despite a strong rookie campaign where she averaged 7.6 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 1.4 assists, Edwards has struggled…
Jamaica succumbed to Mexico 90-61 on Sunday, finishing with a 2-1 record. Despite a valiant effort, we fell short of our goal of a perfect record in the FIBA World Cup 2027 Americas Pre-Qualifiers, held at the ITSON Arena in Ciudad Obregón, Mexico.
Key Performances
Romaro Gill led the team with 14 points and 13…
Jamaica's captain Norman Powell delivered a superhero performance, leading Jamaica to a 80-76 victory over Costa Rica in a closely contested match that went into overtime. Powell's 34-point effort was complemented by 3 crucial steals, including several key plays in overtime that gave Jamaica a 9-5 advantage and breathing room to hold on for the…
Jamaica’s Men’s National Team🇯🇲 is locked in and ready for the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Pre-Qualifiers in Mexico, with NBA star Norman Powell emerging as the centerpiece of the squad’s high-octane ambitions.
The 32-year-old veteran, an NBA champion and proven scorer averaging 21 points per game last season, is bringing elite firepower and leadership…
The Senior Men’s National Team has kicked off its training camp in Florida, locking in focus ahead of the FIBA World Cup 2027 Americas Pre-Qualifiers. Head Coach Nick Turner is energized by the roster’s commitment over the crucial next seven days.
“Our main goal is building chemistry,” Turner said. “We’re working on getting 11, 12…
Team Jamaica is gearing up for an exciting opportunity to secure its place in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Americas Qualifiers. The squad will compete in Group A of the Americas Pre-Qualifiers, hosted at ITSON Arena in Ciudad Obregón, Mexico, from August 8 to 10.
Joining Jamaica in Group A are host nation Mexico,…
Professional basketball player Kentan Facey is heading back to where it all began—Knox College in the hills of Clarendon—for a one-day basketball clinic on July 11. The event is designed to uncover emerging talent and ignite the dreams of young Jamaican hoopers, offering them a glimpse of what’s possible through hard work and opportunity. Running…
Jamaican-American small forward Josh Minott has signed a two-year, $5.5 million contract with the Boston Celtics, with a team option in the second year. The 22-year-old, originally drafted 45th overall in 2022, spent three seasons with the Minnesota Timberwolves but struggled to secure a consistent rotation role.
Minott now joins the reigning NBA champions during…
There’s no stopping the Urban Knights—they are now 7-time NBL champions, after defending their crown with a 67-56 victory over the Upper Room Eagles last night at the National Stadium Courts. Down 9-14 after the first quarter, the Knights flipped the script with a composed rally to lead 36-29 at halftime. From there, their defensive…
San Antonio Spurs guard Devin Vassell has expressed a strong desire to represent Jamaica on the international basketball stage and has pledged to rally other NBA players of Jamaican descent to join the movement. His statement comes as the Jamaica Basketball Association (JaBA) continues its push to strengthen the national team with top-tier talent.
Speaking…
In a thrilling 2025 NBL Finals rematch, defending champions Urban Knights edged the Upper Room Eagles 61-57 to take a 1-0 lead in the best-of-three series.
The Eagles soared early, leading 19-13 after the first and maintaining a narrow 34-31 halftime advantage. But mounting turnovers and fading offensive execution gave the Knights a lifeline. Though…
The Upper Room Eagles powered their way into the 2025 NBL Finals, edging the UWI Runnin’ Rebels 60-51 in a gritty semifinal clash that demanded all 40 minutes.
After the Rebels opened with a fiery 15-6 run, the Eagles stormed back with a 23-12 second-quarter response, taking a narrow 29-27 halftime lead. With a balanced…
