Basketball prodigy Kai Sotto describes ‘blessing and challenge’ in representing his beloved Philippines and his desire to follow in countryman Manny Pacquiao’s footsteps.

Former NBA China and UFC Asia managing director Mark Fischer is appointed East Asia Super League’s chief commercial officer as he lays out vision to be ‘the hub of basketball’.

Australian centre ends his tweet with “NMSL” hashtag, referencing the ‘your mother is dead’ message popular in China

The former player, who came under fire for China’s poor display on home soil, tenders his resignation after Red Team finish 24th out of 32

Spain, who were considered outsiders for the crown at the start of the tournament, last won world title in 2006 in Japan.

Australian player ranted about corruption after the bronze medal match loss.

Americans lose for the first time from the medal rounds of the tournament in 17 years while Australia make history by reaching the semis in Shanghai

Chairman Yao Ming says he will take full responsibility as China finish with two wins and fall behind Iran on point difference.

Host nations have a long history of under-performing on home turf across biggest events in sport.

Fans left in tears as home side fails to progress to the second round of tournament after loss to Venezuela at Wukesong Arena in Beijing

Tweet supporting swimmer’s Australian rival Mack Horton makes NBA champion a target.

Team USA favourites to retain their title in China despite suffering first loss for 13 years in warm-up with Australia.

Coach Yeng Guiao says Andray Blatche almost certain for China tournament, but Philippines trying to convince Fiba to allow NBA star Clarkson to play too.

China land in an easy group – on paper at least

The Cleveland Cavaliers star posts an Instagram message congratulating his national teammates after they qualified for the World Cup

Supporters are dreaming of a Clarkson-Andray Blatche combination after their team pip Lebanon for the final Asian spot in the China finals