Tania Ganguli
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Finding Devoted Sports Fans in the Coldest Place on Earth
An innocent question from a friend inspired one reporter to seek out sports buffs in a remote and chilly place: Antarctica.
Doncic Trade Has Mavericks Fans Feeling They ‘Lost a Family Member’
Dallas built its team’s identity around Luka Doncic, on the court and off. Now that he’s gone, some supporters no longer feel a connection to...
Buffalo Bills Fans Have It Tough, Especially in Antarctica
Research scientists in remote locations need to get creative in order to follow their favorite teams, even when they don’t like the outcomes.
Should Sports be a College Major? Some, including Nike, Say Yes
The idea of offering a degree in sports has gained momentum now that college athletes can be paid. Now Nike is joining some academics in...
Victor Wembanyama Prepares to Become ‘Genuine’ Face of the N.B.A.
As the N.B.A. confronts a fast-approaching time without LeBron James, Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant, the 21-year-old Spurs star has embraced the idea that he...
NBA Star Luka Doncic Debuts Foundation Focused on Youth Basketball
The N.B.A. star is worried that for too many youth basketball players, the sport is no longer fun. He’s trying to find ways to change...
In Pro Sports, as in the U.S., Political Support Is Divided
A pro-Harris video from LeBron James. A pro-Trump hat on Nick Bosa. With Election Day near, more have been showing their preference.
W.N.B.A.’s Nneka Ogwumike Takes Over More Than a Vote From LeBron James
Nneka Ogwumike, a nine-time All-Star, will lead More Than a Vote, which will focus on women’s reproductive rights this election cycle.
LeBron James Faces the Basketball World He Helped to Create
James is the sport’s global ambassador, and at the Olympics, he is playing in front of — and against — people who grew up dreaming...
Warner Bros. Discovery Sues N.B.A. Over TV Rights Deal
The company is trying to make the league accept its match of Amazon’s bid to broadcast games starting with the 2025-26 season.