Suns general manager James Jones signs multiyear contract extension
Jones, a key figure in Phoenix’s resurgence, is proud to be part of progress for Black sports executives
Sports
Baseball and the Bahamas: A deeper bond than you may realize
The passion for the game continues to grow, thanks to the current generation of Bahamian ballplayers
Sports
Can Black coordinators parlay NFL playoff success into head-coaching jobs?
Several are receiving consideration for head-coaching openings. When the season is over, will any end up with top coaching jobs?
Culture
Today in Black history: ‘Roots’ premieres on ABC, Klay Thompson’s 37-point quarter and more
The Undefeated’s Black facts: Jan. 23
Culture
Francis Ngannou on his long journey to becoming UFC heavyweight champion — and now the face of an apparel company
Ahead of UFC 270, the MMA fighter appears in his first ad campaign for Gymshark
Culture
Kirk Ferentz’s dismissed diversity adviser is right: The Iowa coach should resign
The football coach got a big raise while the school faces a racial discrimination lawsuit
Sports
How Bengals’ Germaine Pratt uses R&B to find his groove on defense
Before Cincinnati faces Tennessee, Pratt will be prepping with a playlist of slow jams — a routine that dates to high school
Culture
New Tupac Shakur exhibit, ‘Wake Me When I’m Free,’ looks at the revolution that created the revolutionary
The show opening in Los Angeles is about more than the music
Sports
The NFL merry-go-round for Black coaches is an embarrassment that must end
Pittsburgh’s Mike Tomlin is now the only Black NFL head coach
Culture
André Leon Talley brought Black to fashion’s palette
From his legendary capes to his candor, the former ‘Vogue’ editor created his own rules
Sports
Cade Cunningham diary: ‘I’m feeling more comfortable seeing more defenses every night’
The No. 1 pick in the NBA draft reflects on his time in quarantine, the Pistons’ growing chemistry and the chance to participate in All-Star Weekend
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HBCUs giving former NBA players rare opportunities as college head coaches
The National Basketball Players Association is working to increase those numbers
Sports
Former top-10 pick Stanley Johnson is seizing his opportunity with the Lakers
The 25-year-old is trying to jump-start his career in LA: ‘I’m not even anywhere close to my prime, anywhere close to the player that I can be’
Sports
Malcolm Brogdon reflects on MLK’s impact and his family’s connection to HBCUs
The Indiana Pacers guard and his mother, an associate vice president at Morehouse, announce social justice HBCU tour for 60 students
Sports
‘I never thought about giving up or quitting’: Oscar Robertson on MLK’s legacy
For the Basketball Hall of Famer, an early life of segregation and racism shaped his actions for fairness and equality
Culture
‘Abbott Elementary’ gets an ‘A’ in its first season
This workplace comedy reflects our shared anxiety over the problems of public schools
Sports
Today in Black history: Willie Mays named Player of the Decade, ‘The Greatest’ is born and more
The Undefeated’s Black facts: Jan. 17
Culture
‘The Queen of Basketball’ Lucy Harris finally gets her flowers
If the name doesn’t ring any bells, consider yourself ready to be schooled
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LeVelle Moton and Mike Tomlin develop coaching bond across sports
Moton, the North Carolina Central men’s basketball coach, credits the Steelers coach with helping him build a supportive Black coaches network
Sports
Justin Simmons connects with anti-bullying message of ‘Speak Life: The Musical’
The Broncos safety believes that the project’s approach to mental health and self-worth are key to helping the next generation
Culture
On ‘Grand Crew’ and the desire for a male version of ‘Insecure’
The new NBC series shows promise in its honest exploration of male friendship
Sports
Bengals’ Tee Higgins draws strength from mom’s perseverance
The second-year wideout’s inspiration comes from a mother who overcame addiction and kept him on the field as a child