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Originally Published 2 months ago — by New York Post
Michigan State coach Tom Izzo criticized the NCAA's decision to allow NBA G League player London Johnson, who is 21, to play college basketball in 2026-27, calling it 'ridiculous' and expressing concern over the erosion of traditional eligibility rules and the impact on high school seniors.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Bolavip US
Bronny James, son of LeBron James, made his NBA G League debut with the South Bay Lakers, but his performance was met with mixed reactions due to limited impact, scoring six points on 2-of-9 shooting. Despite criticism, teammate Quincy Olivari defended Bronny, urging patience and fairness. Olivari himself had a standout game, scoring 28 points and contributing significantly to the team's victory over Salt Lake City, highlighting his potential as a key player for the Lakers.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBA.com
Rock Entertainment Group and the City of Cleveland have reached a multi-year agreement to move the Cleveland Charge's home games to the historic Cleveland Public Auditorium starting with the 2024-25 NBA G League season. This move is part of REG's ongoing investment in downtown Cleveland and will include significant upgrades to the venue. The agreement ensures that Charge Basketball will remain in downtown Cleveland for years to come, enhancing the city's sports ecosystem.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
Former NBA G League player, Chance Comanche, has confessed to kidnapping and killing a Washington state woman, Marayna Rodgers, with his ex-girlfriend in Las Vegas. Comanche and his ex-girlfriend, Sakari Harnden, were arrested and charged with kidnapping, but murder charges were pursued after Rodgers' remains were discovered. Comanche showed detectives where Rodgers' body was buried after his confession. The pair lured Rodgers to a secluded location under the guise of a prostitution deal, strangled her, and dumped her body in a ditch. Comanche has been released from the Stockton Kings, and both he and Harnden are facing murder charges.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Root
Chance Comanche, a former NBA G-League player who recently signed with the Sacramento Kings, has admitted to murdering a sex worker with the help of his ex-girlfriend. The 27-year-old basketball player and his ex-girlfriend, Sakari Harnden, are facing charges of murder and conspiracy to commit murder after the body of 23-year-old Marayna Rodgers was found in a ditch near Las Vegas. The murder allegedly stemmed from a dispute over an expensive watch. Comanche posed as a customer, tying Rodgers' hands behind her back, while Harnden choked her. This incident follows the recent investigation into former NFL player Sergio Brown, whose DNA was linked to his mother's death.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ESPN
Former NBA G League player, Chance Comanche, has allegedly admitted to strangling a woman, Marayna Rodgers, whose remains were found near Las Vegas. Comanche was taken into custody in Sacramento and described the murder to Las Vegas detectives. He is being held without bond and will face murder and conspiracy to commit murder charges. Comanche's former girlfriend, Sakari Harnden, is also facing charges in Rodgers' death. The plot involved Comanche posing as a customer, tying Rodgers' hands, and strangling her while Harnden assisted. Comanche had been playing for the Stockton Kings before his arrest.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by HuffPost
A former NBA G-League player, Chance Comanche, and his ex-girlfriend, Sakari Harnden, have been charged with the murder of a 23-year-old woman, Marayna Rodgers, in Las Vegas. Comanche allegedly confessed to police that he and Harnden planned to lure Rodgers away and strangle her. The motive behind the killing is believed to be related to disputes between Harnden and Rodgers, involving a stolen Rolex watch and Harnden's collaboration with the police to get Rodgers' boyfriend arrested. Comanche and Harnden allegedly attempted to hire someone to kill Rodgers but decided to carry out the murder themselves. Comanche called Rodgers posing as a client, and after meeting up, Harnden zip-tied Rodgers' hands and strangled her while Comanche used an HDMI cable. Comanche led police to the location where they had hidden Rodgers' body. Both Comanche and Harnden are charged with murder and conspiracy to commit murder.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by cleveland.com
Former NBA G League player Chance Comanche has admitted to strangling a woman in Las Vegas after he and his girlfriend were arrested in connection with her disappearance and death. The body of the woman, Marayna Rodgers, was found in a desert area. Comanche and his girlfriend had planned to steal from Rodgers during a double date, and Comanche confessed to using an HDMI cord to strangle her while his girlfriend used her hands. Comanche has been charged with murder and conspiracy to commit murder.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Daily News
Former NBA G League player Chance Comanche has confessed to strangling a 23-year-old woman with an HDMI cord and burying her body in a Nevada desert. Comanche, along with his ex-girlfriend Sakari Harnden, is responsible for the murder of Marayana Rodgers. Comanche was arrested by the FBI and is awaiting extradition to Nevada. He confessed to the murder plot after failing to hire a hitman. Both Comanche and Harnden strangled Rodgers during a double date setup, with Comanche using the HDMI cord. Comanche played for the Stockton Kings before his arrest, while Harnden has also been charged with murder and kidnapping.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
Former NBA G League player, Chance Comanche, allegedly admitted to strangling a woman in Las Vegas as part of a murder plot. Comanche and his former girlfriend, Sakari Harnden, worked together to choke Marayna Rodgers, a sex worker, after posing as a customer. Comanche used an HDMI cord to strangle Rodgers, while Harnden used her hands. After the victim died, they disposed of her body in a ditch. Comanche was arrested in Sacramento and will face murder and conspiracy charges in Nevada.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
Former NBA G League player Chance Comanche and his girlfriend Sakari Harnden have been arrested and charged in connection with the kidnapping and killing of Marayna Rodgers, whose remains were found in a desert near Las Vegas. Comanche, released from the Stockton Kings, and Harnden were initially charged with kidnapping, but murder charges are now being pursued. Harnden has been charged with murder and theft, while Comanche is awaiting extradition to Nevada. The investigation began after Rodgers was reported missing on December 7, and evidence led detectives to suspect foul play involving Harnden and Comanche.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by HuffPost
Former NBA G League player Chance Comanche and his girlfriend have been accused of open murder in the disappearance and death of a 23-year-old woman. Comanche, who played for the Stockton Kings, was arrested in Sacramento and dropped from the team, while his girlfriend was arrested earlier with a $500,000 bail. The remains of the missing woman were found in Henderson, Nevada. Comanche is expected to be extradited to Nevada soon.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Arizona Daily Star
Former University of Arizona basketball player Chance Comanche, along with another individual, is facing charges in connection with the kidnapping and killing of a woman whose remains were found in the Nevada desert. Comanche, who played for the Arizona Wildcats from 2015-17, was arrested in Northern California and is currently being held without bail. Once extradited to Nevada, he will face murder charges. The victim, Marayna Rodgers, was reported missing in December, and her remains were discovered after the arrests. Comanche had been playing professionally in the NBA G League before his arrest.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
Chance Comanche, a player for the NBA G League's Stockton Kings, has been arrested by the FBI in connection with the kidnapping of a 23-year-old woman in Las Vegas. Comanche, along with another individual, is facing charges of first-degree kidnapping. The victim, Marayna Rodgers, disappeared on December 6, and it is alleged that she got into a car with the other suspect. Comanche had played a G League game in Nevada the night before Rodgers went missing. The Kings released Comanche following his arrest.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
NBA G League player Chance Comanche has been arrested by the FBI in connection to the mysterious disappearance of Marayna Rodgers, a Washington woman who went missing in Las Vegas. Comanche, along with another individual, has been charged with first-degree kidnapping. Rodgers was last seen getting into a car with her friend Sakari Harnden, who was also arrested on a kidnapping charge. Comanche, a center for the Stockton Kings, was seized by the FBI and booked into Sacramento County Jail. The search for Rodgers continues, and private investigators have been hired to assist in the case.