EmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsFormer NBA star Rajon Rondo avoided a jail sentence Tuesday when he pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor gun possession charge in Jackson County, Indiana.Court records indicate that Rondo, as part of a plea deal, pleaded guilty to unlawful carrying of a handgun. Two separate charges of marijuana possession and possession of drug paraphernalia were dismissed.Rondo was placed on…

EmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsThe NBA's 79th season is right around the corner with the Oct. 22 opening night tip-off less than seven weeks away!We're anticipating another historic season full of big moments, eye-catching plays and -- most importantly -- milestones and records surpassed.LeBron James enters his 22nd season as the oldest active NBA player. He could be joined by his son,…

EmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsA federal judge approved Diamond Sports Group's deals with the NBA and NHL on Tuesday, another step forward in the bankrupt operator's nearly 18-month quest to emerge from Chapter 11 reorganization.A representative for Diamond, which runs regional sports networks under the name Bally Sports, said the company hopes to file a reorganization plan that will allow for confirmation…

EmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsCAMDEN, N.J. -- Seeking to lure the Philadelphia 76ers across the river, New Jersey is offering up to $400 million in tax credits and outlining plans for a sprawling mixed-use waterfront development.In a letter dated Monday, Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy's administration said it envisioned a multibillion-dollar plan in the city of Camden featuring residential, commercial and retail properties,…