Adam Silver Stories

Cavaliers Star LeBron James Is Honored As One Of Sports' Most Influential Figures
The four-time NBA MVP is the first active athlete to receive a spot on this coveted list. What he's done >>
NBA Commish Adam Silver Wants To Help Set Rules For Legalized Sports Gambling
NBA commissioner believes it's just a matter of time before fans can make wagers on professional teams. Betting not 'an evil' >>
Commissioner Adam Silver Says NBA Is Considering A Midseason Tournament
Commissioner Adam Silver is weighing the merits of a Premier League-style competition that would take place in Las Vegas. How it could work >>
Jason Kidd Judgment Day Creates Winners, Losers And Question Marks
The former Nets star-turned-coach ditches the team after one season for a new start in Milwaukee. Reputation hurt >>
Isaiah Austin Pursuing Other Paths With Pro Basketball Window Abruptly Closed
After being diagnosed with Marfan Syndrome last week, Isaiah Austin was told he would never be able to play in the NBA. Commissioner's kind gesture >>
Steve Ballmer's $2 Billion Purchase Of Los Angeles Clippers Is A Win-Win Situation
The former Microsoft CEO has won the bidding war for the franchise with an offer of $2 billion. Why this means >>
Donald Sterling: The End Is Near
Mapping out the timetable of the NBA's process to oust the suspended Clippers owner. Explaining the steps >>
Why It May Be Harder Than You Think For NBA To Oust Donald Sterling As Owner
The league faces several significant roadblocks in forcing the reviled owner to sell his stake in the Clippers. Anticipating his arguments >>
With Decisive Action, Adam Silver Sets A New Precedent: Don't Be A Coward
The NBA commissioner's strong message should embolden future authority figures to act swiftly and properly. Universal endorsement >>
Adam Silver Says Sponsorship Logos Are Coming To NBA Jerseys Within Five Years
The NBA commissioner insists the league could reap a windfall from placing small patches on uniforms. How much it would be worth >>

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Why Soccer Is The Last Sport For Grown-Ups

The game's window of opportunity in America appears to be opening because it is inherently free of many annoyances found in the NFL, NBA and MLB. >>

Bullying Victims Fight Back With Help From Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Royalty

How one child stood up for himself by using moves he learned from UFC's founding Gracie family. >>

Jeremy Lin: His Impact On Changing The Perception Of The Asian American Male

His stunning success in the NBA helps break the stereotype of their being geeky and socially inept. >>

From Another Era And Another Sport, A Sex Abuse Scandal Still Inflicting Pain Today

Before Jerry Sandusky, there was Donald Fitzpatrick, the longtime Red Sox clubhouse manager who lured at least a dozen boys into two decades of systemic sexual abuse. >>

Weeknight At Burnie's: My Evening As A Mascot For Reigning NBA Champion Miami Heat

For one game, our intrepid reporter gets to share the big stage with LeBron James and Dwyane Wade -- sort of. >>