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Learn moreThe fourth game of the Lakers vs. Nuggets NBA Playoffs Round 1 match-up is here, and this game will determine whether the Lakers go home for the season. If you're hoping to learn where to watch Lakers vs. Nuggets without cable, then you're in luck. Where to watch Lakers vs. Nuggets in the USLakers vs. Nuggets Game 4 will air on Saturday at 8:30 p.m. For cord-cutters, this means checking out a live TV streaming alternative like Sling TV or Hulu + Live TV. Hulu + Live TV Hulu + Live TV includes over 90 channels, along with Hulu's on-demand library and access to Disney Plus and ESPN Plus.

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Whispering in the ears of the billionaires and celebrities doing the buying, however, are investment bankers. Like other sports bankers BI interviewed for our list of top sports bankers, he exemplified a good-humored, approachable attitude, including joking about his many sports allegiances. Related stories"Earlier in my career, I made the mistake of telling Bob Kraft that I was a New York Jets fan," Carey told BI recently. They're obsessive Jets fans, and they're just fans because I'm a Jets fan," Neville told BI. So that's why we'll be Jets fans forever."

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☆ Jefferies CEO sold $65 million in stock to buy a yacht from a client
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-25 | by ( Shubhangi Goel | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Jefferies CEO Rich Handler sold $65 million in company stock to buy a luxury yacht. AdvertisementJefferies CEO Rich Handler sold $65 million of his stock in the company to buy himself a gift — a luxury yacht. Handler sold 1.5 million shares, or 7% of his holdings, to purchase a "personal boat and to pay tax obligations," the investment bank said in a Wednesday statement. He has previously sold shares only for tax purposes and charity, the bank said. Investors often view executives' stock sales as a signal about lack of company confidence, so any sales are carefully messaged.

Persons: Rich Handler, Jefferies, Tilman Fertitta, Handler, — Organizations: Jefferies, Service, Financial Times, Houston Rockets, NBA, Lancadia Holdings Locations: Westport

☆ Angel Reese ‘super excited’ for ‘direction’ of WNBA and details ‘inspirational’ mentor Shaquille O’Neal
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-25 | by ( Ben Morse | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

CNN —Angel Reese said she is “super excited” by the “really great direction” that the WNBA is heading in, after being drafted into the league by the Chicago Sky earlier this month. 7 pick in the 2024 WNBA draft, pairing her up with former South Carolina star Kamilla Cardoso – who had been picked No. In her introductory press conference with Chicago on Wednesday, the 21-year-old spoke about what she’s gleaned already from her fellow professionals. “They understand and they know our impact and they embrace that and we’re all just trying to go in the right direction, and I think we’re going up right now. In Reese and Cardoso, the Sky have a potentially game-changing frontcourt and the former LSU star is excited with what’s to come in the Windy City.

Persons: Angel Reese, Reese, Kamilla Cardoso –, “, ” Reese, Caitlin Clark, she’s, Brad Penner, Shaquille O’Neal, O’Neal, Shaq, Reese “, ”, “ He’s, Cardoso, “ I’ve, I’ve Organizations: CNN, Chicago Sky, Sky, South, Chicago, WNBA, LSU, SEC, LSU Tiger, Reuters, Tigers, NBA, Las Vegas Aces Locations: South Carolina, Chicago, Windy City

☆ NBA Playoffs: Luka Dončić leads Dallas Mavericks to road victory over Los Angeles Clippers to tie series
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-24 | by ( Matias Grez | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

It was ’90s basketball at its best.”The Mavericks were led by 32 points from Luka Dončić, who added yet another playoff win against the Clippers to his résumé, along with six rebounds and nine assists. The Clippers closed the gap again, but Dončić hit a clutch, step-back three-pointer over James Harden with 1:26 left in the game to extend Dallas’ lead to 90-81. The heat of the moment caused Dončić to turn to the Clippers crowd and roar in triumph. Keith Birmingham/MediaNews Group/Pasadena Star-News/Getty Images“Just staying poised and understanding that mistakes are going to happen, and it’s a playoff game,” he told the Mavs broadcast. Pacers level series against Bucks, Timberwolves extend lead over the SunsElsewhere, the Indiana Pacers leveled their first-round playoff series against the Milwaukee Bucks with an impressive 125-108 Game 2 road victory.

Persons: Jason Kidd, “, ” Kidd, Luka Dončić, –, Irving, Dončić, James Harden, ” Dončić, ” Irving, Kyrie Irving, Keith Birmingham, ”, “ It’s, we’ve, Harden, Paul George, Kawhi Leonard, ” Leonard, Pascal Siakam, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, Jaden McDaniels, McDaniels –, Anthony Edwards, Devin Booker, Kevin Durant Organizations: CNN, The Dallas Mavericks, Los Angeles Clippers, Dallas, Mavericks, Luka, Clippers, MediaNews, Pasadena Star, Teams, ESPN, “, Pacers, Bucks, Timberwolves, Suns, Indiana Pacers, Milwaukee Bucks, Minnesota Timberwolves, Phoenix Suns Locations: Dallas

☆ Nikola Jokić: NBA and Denver Police ‘looking into’ reported incident involving brother of two-time MVP
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-24 | by ( David Close | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —A spokesperson says the NBA is “looking into” an apparent incident involving Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokić’s brother, Strahinja Jokić, which happened after the Nuggets won their home game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night. A video posted on social media overnight Tuesday appears to show Strahinja Jokić wearing his brother’s No. The Denver Police Department (DPD) says it’s aware of the video and is looking into what happened, noting that the incident at Ball Arena wasn’t reported to police. Strahinja Jokić (middle) watches a Denver Nuggets game against the Indiana Pacers on January 14, 2024. The Nuggets took a 2-0 series lead after Denver’s Jamal Murray hit a game-winning, buzzer-beater to cap a dramatic 101-99 comeback win.

Persons: Nikola Jokić’s, Strahinja, Ron Chenoy, Reuters DPD, Nikola Jokić, Denver’s Jamal Murray Organizations: CNN, Denver Nuggets, Nuggets, Los Angeles Lakers, Denver Police Department, Indiana Pacers, Reuters, Lakers, Ball

download the appSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Since then, private-equity firms have poured $54.6 billion into sports, according to PitchBook data. And the field of potential investors is growing with Goldman Sachs helping rich clients invest in teams, which can drive up prices. AdvertisementLeagues also restrict PE investments, with some caps on the number of teams a firm can own stakes in or the ownership share a fund can hold. Scroll down to read about the private equity firms, listed alphabetically, that have been making the biggest moves in sports in recent years.

Persons: —, Josh Harris, Rob Walton, Carlyle, Ben, Blackstone, Goldman Sachs, Harris, Blackstone Group's David Blitzer, Lauren Leichtman, Arthur Levine, Sportico, RedBird, Gerry Cardinale, There's Organizations: Service, MLB, NBA, Business, Washington, Denver Broncos, Amazon, Sports, Ben Fund, Bluestone Equity Partners, GMF, Apollo Global Management, Blackstone Group's, Levine, Capital Partners, San Diego Wave, NFL Locations: downturns

☆ Caitlin Clark will reportedly sign a sneaker deal with Nike
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-22 | by ( Nathaniel Meyersohn | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

New York CNN —Caitlin Clark is reportedly set to wear her own signature Nike sneaker in the WNBA. Now she’s set to sign an eight-year deal worth up to $28 million with Nike, according to the Wall Street Journal. The Athletic has reported that Clark’s deal includes a signature Nike shoe. CNN has not independently confirmed a deal between Clark and Nike. Nearly all major stars in the NBA have sneaker deals, including James, Kevin Durant and Luka Doncic with Nike and Stephen Curry with Under Armour.

Persons: Caitlin Clark, Clark, LeBron James, Serena Williams, Derek Jeter, James, Kevin Durant, Luka Doncic, Stephen Curry, Brian Nagel, Sabrina Ionescu, ” Brian Nagel Organizations: New, New York CNN, Nike, WNBA, Wall Street, CNN, State Farm, Gatorade, Panini, NBA, Oppenheimer, New York Liberty Locations: New York

☆ Nikola Jokić arrives dressed as ‘Despicable Me’ character and inspires Denver Nuggets to playoff win over Los Angeles Lakers
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-21 | by ( Issy Ronald | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Nikola Jokić came dressed to steal the moon on Saturday, and helped the Denver Nuggets steal a march on the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of their first-round NBA playoff series. On the court, meanwhile, Jokić posted a near triple-double with 32 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists to inspire the Nuggets to a 114-103 win over the Lakers and take a 1-0 lead in the playoff series. Jamal Murray added 22 points, six rebounds and 10 assists for the Nuggets. Elsewhere in the Western Conference on Saturday, the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Phoenix Suns 120-95 in Game 1 of their playoff series. Meanwhile in the East, the Cleveland Cavaliers downed the Orlando Magic 97-83 and the New York Knicks defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 111-104.

Persons: Nikola Jokić, Jokić, LeBron James, “ We’re, Michael Malone, “, you’re, ” Anthony Davis, James, Jamal Murray Organizations: CNN, Denver Nuggets, Los Angeles Lakers, Ball, Nuggets, Lakers, ”, Western Conference, Minnesota Timberwolves, Phoenix Suns, Cleveland Cavaliers, Orlando Magic, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers Locations: Serbian, ” Denver

Learn moreThe 2024 NBA Playoffs tip-off on April 20 and, as usual, the games will air across several networks. We've put together everything you need to know about tuning in to the tournament, including how to watch the NBA playoffs live streams. If you're not sure how to tune in to the NBA Playoffs without cable, don't worry. ET on ABCHow to watch NBA Playoffs in the USNBA Playoffs games will be spread across ESPN, TNT, ABC, and NBA TV. Sign up for one of the live TV streaming packages with a US form of payment.

Persons: We've, You'll, Max, you'll, Hulu's, HBO Max, it's, VPNs, ExpressVPN Organizations: Business, NBA, Boston Celtics, Eastern Conference, Denver Nuggets, Oklahoma City Thunder, Western Conference, Celtics, Hulu, Orlando, Cleveland Cavaliers, ESPN Phoenix Suns, . Minnesota Timberwolves, ESPN Philadelphia 76ers, . New York Knicks, ESPN Los Angeles Lakers, ABC, US NBA, ESPN, TNT, Sling, Blue, Disney Plus, HBO, Warner Bros Locations: ExpressVPN, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Hulu

☆ Bayer Leverkusen: Record 44-game unbeaten run brings to an end 31 years of hurt and ridicule
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-19 | by ( Ben Morse | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

However, if you were a fan of German soccer club Bayer Leverkusen, little changed for you over those 31 years – there was just a lot of disappointment. Since winning the German Cup in 1993, Leverkusen relentlessly explored increasingly agonizing ways of spurning chances to win trophies. The current season has already reaped rewards in the form of the Bundesliga title, with potential domestic and European competition success transforming this into a season for the ages. Everybody was on the pitch this evening, everybody was crying.”After years being the butt of the joke, Leverkusen fans could finally spin the narrative. Leverkusen fans celebrated en masse on the pitch after winning the German league title.

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Learn moreThe final day of the 2024 NBA Play-in Tournament is here, and the Miami Heat and Chicago Bulls are scheduled to compete for a coveted spot in the Playoffs. We've compiled everything you need to know about tuning in to tonight's game, including where to watch the Miami Heat vs. Chicago Bulls live without cable. Where to watch Miami Heat vs. Chicago Bulls in the USThe Miami Heat vs. Chicago Bulls game will air at 7 p.m. For those without cable, it's time to check out a live TV package like Sling TV and Hulu + Live TV. Hulu + Live TV Hulu + Live TV includes over 90 channels, along with Hulu's on-demand library and access to Disney Plus and ESPN Plus.

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☆ NBA's exclusive TV rights negotiating window with ESPN, Warner expected to pass without a deal
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-18 | by ( Alex Sherman | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, #23, during the NBA game between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Jan. 7, 2024. The National Basketball Association's exclusive media rights negotiating window with current partners Disney and Warner Bros. While no agreement is expected to be announced by the deadline, Disney and Warner Bros. Warner Bros. Discovery's TBS began airing NBA games in 1984, and TNT has shown NBA games since 1988.

Persons: LeBron James Organizations: Los Angeles Lakers, NBA, Los Angeles Clippers, Crypto.com Arena, Disney, Warner Bros, Apple, YouTube, Comcast, Netflix, CNBC, Discovery, TBS, TNT, ESPN, ABC, Fox Locations: Los Angeles

☆ Here's how Caitlin Clark's $338,000 WNBA contract compares to No. 1 picks from the NFL, NBA and MLB
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-18 | by ( Nicolas Vega | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

1 overall selection by the Indiana Fever in this week's WNBA draft, Clark's salary her first season will be just over $76,000. Clark's pay will escalate over the course of her four-year rookie contract, leaving her with total earnings of $338,056. The WNBA has grown in popularity in recent years, but it still trails behind the NBA, NFL, MLB and NHL. The highest paid WNBA player is Las Vegas Aces star Jackie Young, who will earn just over $250,000 this season. Here's how Clark's rookie deal stacks up against the most recent top picks from America's big four sports leagues.

Persons: Caitlin Clark, she'll, Jackie Young, Steph Curry, Cathy Engelbert, we're Organizations: WNBA, Indiana, Gatorade, Nike, NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, Las Vegas Aces, Golden State Warriors, CNBC Locations: State

☆ Netflix earnings are about to hit the Street. Here’s what traders need to know
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-18 | by ( Samantha Subin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

Wall Street anticipates a largely rosy setup for the stock, with many forecasting that the company beats, or reports in line with expectations. The anticipation contributed to some Wall Street firms lifting their price targets heading into the print. Under the paid sharing plan , Netflix account owners can buy an extra member slot and invite people outside their household to use the service. "After 1Q24, Netflix begins to lap the paid sharing benefits - most significantly in 2H24," wrote Morgan Stanley's Swinburne. Reason for caution Despite Netflix's strong run this year and the benefits reaped through paid sharing, some Wall Street analysts see reasons for caution.

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☆ Led by stars like Taylor Swift and Caitlin Clark, women keep breaking boundaries (and records) in entertainment
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-18 | by ( Oliver Darcy | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

The highest-grossing film in recent memory is Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie.” And the most-watched basketball star is Caitlin Clark. Beyoncé’s first country album, “Cowboy Carter,” topped Billboard’s charts with nearly half a million copies sold in its debut week. Meanwhile, Swift is set to release her highly anticipated album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” on Friday. The impact of a once-in-a-generation star like Swift will surely inspire interest in other female-led performers, spawning even greater appetite and opportunities. Compare that to the NBA’s top pick Victor Wembanyama, who signed a $55 million contract with the San Antonio Spurs.

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☆ Caitlin Clark salary criticism a 'false narrative,' says WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-18 | by ( Ian Thomas | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

But right now we're seeing that even if you're the best, women are not paid their fair share." However, WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert, speaking at CNBC's inaugural Changemakers Summit on Thursday in New York City, said there's a "false narrative" around Clark's expected salary, likening it to the way that executive salaries are displayed for public companies. Cathy Engelbert, Commissioner of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) speaking at the CNBC Changemakers Event in New York on April 18th, 2024. The NBA has around $13 billion in revenue while the WNBA is roughly around $200 million. Caitlin Clark poses with WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert after being selected first overall pick by the Indiana Fever during the 2024 WNBA Draft.

Persons: Caitlin Clark, Joe Biden, Clark, Victor Wembanyama —, —, Cathy Engelbert, there's, Engelbert, Danielle DeVries, Caitlin, she's, we're, Sarah Stier Organizations: Indiana Fever, House, San Antonio Spurs, NBA, Summit, Deloitte, National Basketball Association, CNBC, Nike, Gatorade, State, WNBA, Athletic, Getty Locations: New York City, New York, U.S, Iowa

☆ What the conversation about Caitlin Clark’s pay gets wrong
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-17 | by ( Nathaniel Meyersohn | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

The WNBA’s stars aren’t asking to be paid an equal dollar amount to NBA players, however. WNBA players have made progress on salaries since 2020, when they reached their latest collective bargaining agreement with the league. Sharing the revenue pieBecause it’s a smaller and younger league, women’s players have had less bargaining power with team owners over their pay than men. While NBA players receive 50% of total NBA revenue, the WNBA must hit a certain revenue threshold annually before any revenue sharing agreements kick in. This has held back women’s salaries.

Persons: Caitlin Clark, Clark, Angel Reese, ” Terri Jackson, David Berri, Kelsey Plum, Griner, Jackson, ” Jackson, “ It’s, ”, Alicia Jessop, “ That’s, ” David Berri, David Stern, “, Berri, Cathy Engelbert, ” Breanna Stewart Organizations: New, New York CNN, NBA, National Basketball Association, Women’s National Basketball Association, University of Iowa, Louisiana, NCAA, WNBA, ’ Association, CNN, Southern Utah University, Las Vegas Aces, —, Phoenix Mercury, ’, Pepperdine University, longtime, New York Liberty Locations: New York, men’s, Russia

☆ Danny Moses on sports betting scandals in pro sports: 'The NBA has a big problem'
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-17 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailDanny Moses on sports betting scandals in pro sports: 'The NBA has a big problem'Hosted by Brian Sullivan, “Last Call” is a fast-paced, entertaining business show that explores the intersection of money, culture and policy. Tune in Monday through Friday at 7 p.m. ET on CNBC.

Persons: Danny Moses, Brian Sullivan, “ Organizations: NBA, CNBC

☆ NBA bans Raptors player for life after he leaked info to bettors
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-17 | by ( Lauren Steussy | Geoff Weiss | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter has been banned for life from the NBA for gambling violations. The NBA said Porter leaked health information to a known sports bettor, among other violations. The NBA said in a statement that it opened an investigation into Raptors forward Jontay Porter after a game last month that attracted heavy interest from sports bettors. Related storiesSeparately, the NBA said that between January and March of this year, Porter bet on at least 13 games totaling $54,094 by using an associate's online betting account. Advertisement"Three of the bets were multi-game parlay bets that included one Raptors game," the NBA said, "in which Porter bet that the Raptors would lose."

Persons: Jontay Porter, Porter, —, Porter didn't, Adam Silver, Shohei Ohtani Organizations: Toronto Raptors, NBA, Service, Raptors, American Gaming Association, Dodgers

☆ Jontay Porter: NBA bans Toronto Raptors forward for life over gambling scandal
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-17 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailJontay Porter: NBA bans Toronto Raptors forward for life over gambling scandalCNBC's Contessa Brewer joins 'Power Lunch' to report on NBA player Jontay Porter being banned for sports betting.

Persons: Jontay Porter, Contessa Brewer Organizations: Toronto Raptors

☆ Jontay Porter banned from NBA for gambling on games, giving info to bettors, limiting play for betting purposes
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-17 | by ( David K. Li | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Jontay Porter #34 of the Toronto Raptors warms up before the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center on March 09, 2024 in Portland, Oregon. The NBA banned Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter for allegedly betting on games, passing on information to gamblers and claiming illness to influence a wager, the league said on Wednesday. The 24-year-old played in 26 games this season, averaging 4.4 points and 3.2 rebounds per contest. This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

Persons: Jontay Porter, Adam Silver Organizations: Toronto Raptors, Portland Trail Blazers, Moda Center, NBA Locations: Portland , Oregon

☆ LeBron James headlines Team USA’s 2024 Paris Olympics men’s basketball squad
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-17 | by ( Kevin Dotson | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —USA Basketball unveiled the player roster Wednesday for the men’s team that will compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics. The team will be anchored by Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, making his fourth appearance after skipping the past two Olympics. This will be the 36-year-old Curry’s first Olympic Games, making him the fifth player to represent the Warriors at an Olympics with Team USA. The US team will hold a training camp and exhibition games in Las Vegas in July, before traveling to Paris. The Opening Ceremony for the 2024 Paris Olympics will take place on July 26 with men’s basketball play beginning the following day.

Persons: ”, LeBron James, James, Anthony Davis, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, Jayson Tatum, Anthony Edwards, Kawhi Leonard, Tyrese, Bam Adebayo, Joel Embiid, Paul Childs, Embiid, Steve Kerr, Gregg Popovich Organizations: CNN, USA, Tokyo Olympics, Los Angeles Lakers, Lakers, Golden State Warriors, Phoenix Suns, Boston Celtics, Minnesota Timberwolves, Los Angeles Clippers, Indiana Pacers, Miami, Olympic Games, Warriors, Team USA, Philadelphia 76ers, NBA, Tokyo Games, US Locations: Tyrese Haliburton, Cameroon, France, Las Vegas, Paris

☆ Why the NBA doesn't hate the Jontay Porter sports betting scandal
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-17 | by ( Peter Kafka | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

The Toronto Raptors' Jontay Porter received a lifetime ban from the NBA over a betting scandal. If you think that's a crisis for the NBA, think again: The NBA is happy to make an example of Porter. AdvertisementHow dumb do you have to be to throw away an NBA career in a betting scandal? Or, if you don't like that framing, try this: How much trouble do you have to be in — financial or otherwise — to throw away an NBA career in a betting scandal? I can't fathom what led the Toronto Raptors' Jontay Porter to allegedly 1) conspire with bettors about a game he was playing in and 2) bet on NBA games, including betting against his own team.

Persons: Jontay Porter, Porter, — Organizations: Toronto Raptors, NBA, Service

☆ Prada dresses Caitlin Clark on WNBA draft night
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-16 | by ( Jacqui Palumbo | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

And while Caitlin Clark, the NCAA’s all-time leading scorer across men’s and women’s basketball, was snapped up as the No. Sarah Stier/Getty ImagesIn previous years, dress codes at the draft had tended to lean toward daytime suiting and dresses, but on Monday night it was clear that the stakes had been raised. Sarah Stier/Getty ImagesRickea Jackson in a playful, high-low pantsuit. Sarah Stier/Getty ImagesPrada’s move to dress Clark is likely a sign of luxury brands’ further expansion into the sport. Designer brands now jump at the chance because they know this will be publicized, styled, and shown to millions.”Ahead of the draft, Clark called her collaboration with Prada “pretty special,” in a red-carpet interview (though, technically, said carpet was orange-colored) with the WNBA.

Persons: Caitlin Clark, Prada, Clark, Sarah Stier, Stanford’s Cameron Brink, Tennessee’s Rickea Jackson, Carolina’s Kamilla Cardoso, LSU’s Angel Reese, Angel Reese, Rickea Jackson, ’, — Clark, Cardoso, Reese, Jazmine Motley, Maddox, DeWanna Bonner, Alyssa Thomas, ”, “ It’s Organizations: CNN, Indiana Fever, Iowa Hawkeyes, Los Angeles Sparks, Brink, Banco, Chicago Sky, NBA, NCAA, WNBA Locations: men’s, LA, Bronx

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