Hong Kong Eastern have borrowed Yip Yiu-pong from rivals South China for their Champions League push. Photo: Handout

Hong Kong side to play in Basketball Champions League for first time in 22 years

Eastern will play in the first round next month, grouped with NS Matrix Deers of Malaysia, Prawira Harum Bandung of Indonesia and the league runners-up from Mongolia.

18 Mar 2024 - 7:30PM

How to watch March Madness in Asia and what teams and players to look out for

The beloved annual tradition in American sport that is the NCAA Division I men’s basketball tournament starts this week, with defending champions UConn again the favourites.

The beloved annual tradition in American sport that is the NCAA Division I men’s basketball tournament starts this week, with defending champions UConn again the favourites.

18 Mar 2024 - 6:38PM

Yao Ming says China needs better basketball system to unearth country’s talent

Former NBA star says China has plenty of young players but needs higher-quality coaching for every age group, and a system through which bright prospects can be unearthed.

Former NBA star says China has plenty of young players but needs higher-quality coaching for every age group, and a system through which bright prospects can be unearthed.

10 Mar 2024 - 5:00PM

China’s basketball team to play Russia in June, despite international ban

Russia was banned by sport’s world governing body in 2022 over invasion of Ukraine, but plans to host World Friendship Games in September, and wants China matches to prepare for competition.

Russia was banned by sport’s world governing body in 2022 over invasion of Ukraine, but plans to host World Friendship Games in September, and wants China matches to prepare for competition.

5 Mar 2024 - 6:37PM

Next Chinese NBA star? Yao Ming and Dwyane Wade keep eye on teenager Yang Hansen

Wade offers advice on what it may take to reach the promised land of the NBA, reportedly urging 18-year-old Yang to work on his strength and stamina.

Wade offers advice on what it may take to reach the promised land of the NBA, reportedly urging 18-year-old Yang to work on his strength and stamina.

3 Mar 2024 - 8:02PM

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United States-born William Artino is one two players Chinese Taipei has naturalised. Photo: Instagram/@willartino31

While Hong Kong drags its feet, Taiwan fast-tracks foreign sporting talent

Taiwan are on course to have newly naturalised and localised players by the self-ruled island’s next basketball international in November, while Hong Kong’s rules are less lenient.

1 Mar 2024 - 8:00PM

Ultimate Olympic dream team has big 3, plus anyone else, says Wade

Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant and LeBron James only players guaranteed a spot in all-time squad, says Dwayne Wade.

Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant and LeBron James only players guaranteed a spot in all-time squad, says Dwayne Wade.

27 Feb 2024 - 8:33PM

Wade tells NBA fans to accept All-Star Game changes and not look for new Yao Ming

Former US basketball star Dwyane Wade says fans should not wait in ‘hope that China gets another Yao Ming, that’s unfair to all the players in China’.

Former US basketball star Dwyane Wade says fans should not wait in ‘hope that China gets another Yao Ming, that’s unfair to all the players in China’.

26 Feb 2024 - 5:58PM

Where is Chinese basketball’s next Yao Ming? The NBA legend gives his verdict

Over a decade after Yao ended his playing career at the Houston Rockets, there has yet to be another Chinese player of his global stature.

Over a decade after Yao ended his playing career at the Houston Rockets, there has yet to be another Chinese player of his global stature.

25 Feb 2024 - 2:05PM

Philippines basketball fans make match in Hong Kong feel like Manila

Gilas Pilipinas fans are ‘such an advantage’, coach Tim Cone says after Filipinos buy most of the tickets and provide vocal support to help their side turn a close contest into a comfortable victory.

Gilas Pilipinas fans are ‘such an advantage’, coach Tim Cone says after Filipinos buy most of the tickets and provide vocal support to help their side turn a close contest into a comfortable victory.

23 Feb 2024 - 8:43PM

Philippines too good for hosts Hong Kong in Fiba Asia Cup qualifier

City’s men’s team trail from the start at Tsuen Wan Sports Centre but stage a mid-game rally before the Philippines finish comfortable winners

City’s men’s team trail from the start at Tsuen Wan Sports Centre but stage a mid-game rally before the Philippines finish comfortable winners

22 Feb 2024 - 11:54PM

Philippines match daunting for underprepared Hong Kong in Fiba Asia Cup

Hong Kong short of personnel and training sessions after injuries, retirements, players opting out and lack of adequate medical insurance.

Hong Kong short of personnel and training sessions after injuries, retirements, players opting out and lack of adequate medical insurance.

22 Feb 2024 - 7:30AM

Veteran Hong Kong basketball star Li off to European Championships with Team GB

Dale Li thought his playing days were behind him when he relocated to Nottingham, now he’s preparing to suit up against best in Europe.

Dale Li thought his playing days were behind him when he relocated to Nottingham, now he’s preparing to suit up against best in Europe.

12 Feb 2024 - 4:33PM

Hong Kong basketball boss says he will pay players’ medical bills

Basketball Association chairman Norman Chan says his organisation will find money to cover shortfall in players’ insurance coverage, but adds they did ‘nothing wrong’ in policy row.

Basketball Association chairman Norman Chan says his organisation will find money to cover shortfall in players’ insurance coverage, but adds they did ‘nothing wrong’ in policy row.

10 Feb 2024 - 9:13AM

Hong Kong basketball players risk hefty medical bills, insurance still low

Hong Kong Basketball Association chairman Norman Chan says he is trying to find better coverage for the city’s players, but claims insurance firms can’t provide it.

Hong Kong Basketball Association chairman Norman Chan says he is trying to find better coverage for the city’s players, but claims insurance firms can’t provide it.

1 Feb 2024 - 6:30PM

Basketball chiefs praise Hong Kong as place to hold ‘world-class events’

World governing body Fiba confirms city has been chosen to stage 3x3 basketball tournament in April as part of qualifying process for Paris Olympics.

World governing body Fiba confirms city has been chosen to stage 3x3 basketball tournament in April as part of qualifying process for Paris Olympics.

5 Jan 2024 - 9:15PM

Detroit Pistons on verge of becoming worst team in NBA history

Pistons blow 21-point lead against Boston Celtics to lose 128-122 in overtime, slumping to 28th straight defeat, longest in-season losing streak ever.

Pistons blow 21-point lead against Boston Celtics to lose 128-122 in overtime, slumping to 28th straight defeat, longest in-season losing streak ever.

29 Dec 2023 - 12:00PM

Hong Kong to stage Paris Olympics 3x3 basketball qualifier after U-turn

Organiser’s M1 Group reportedly change mind on staging tournament in April after previously saying estimated HK$20 million cost was too high

Organiser’s M1 Group reportedly change mind on staging tournament in April after previously saying estimated HK$20 million cost was too high

28 Dec 2023 - 5:35PM

Warriors ace Green suspended ‘indefinitely’ by NBA after Nurkic clash

League says Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green has been punished for ‘repeated history of unsportsmanlike acts’.

League says Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green has been punished for ‘repeated history of unsportsmanlike acts’.

14 Dec 2023 - 9:51AM

LeBron James adds another accolade as Lakers beat Pacers to win first NBA Cup

Four-time NBA title winner James gets nod as new tournament’s MVP, while Anthony Davis says Lakers’ energy and focus were ‘off the charts’.

Four-time NBA title winner James gets nod as new tournament’s MVP, while Anthony Davis says Lakers’ energy and focus were ‘off the charts’.

10 Dec 2023 - 2:41PM