Basketball – Page 60

Once an Inspiration to People at Home, a Former Star Now Faces Trial

Shoni Schimmel was the pride of Native Americans when she played for Louisville and then starred briefly in the W.N.B.A. Now she is accused of violence against her romantic partner.

By Jere Longman

Basketball Basketball (College) Draft and Recruitment (Sports) Henderson, Scoot (2004- ) National Basketball Assn Thompson, Amen (2003- ) Thompson, Ausar (2003- ) Wembanyama, Victor

Top N.B.A. Prospects Skip College, but Not Stardom

The N.B.A.’s biggest stars often make their names during the N.C.A.A. tournament. But this year’s top draft picks may be players who found the spotlight elsewhere.

By David Gardner

Basketball Black People Firearms Memphis Grizzlies Morant, Ja (1999- ) National Basketball Assn Silver, Adam (1962- )

Ja Morant’s Impact Can Be Bigger Than Basketball

The high-flying Memphis Grizzlies star has excited N.B.A. audiences with his play. But accusations of violent behavior have troubled the communities that need him most.

By Kurt Streeter

Basketball Firearms Kemp, Shawn National Basketball Assn Pierce County (Wash) Police Brutality, Misconduct and Shootings Tacoma (Wash) Washington (State)

Shawn Kemp, Former N.B.A. Star, Released From Jail After Shooting

Mr. Kemp was arrested following reports of a shooting in a parking lot. Prosecutors decided not to file charges on Thursday.

By Mike Ives and Mike Baker