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Former French basketball star Momar Sakanoko, one of the most influential and talented personalities has left the basketball fans and other followers astonished when he came up with the decision to retire as a basketball player at a young age 
 

Ahead of the India-New Zealand first ODI in Hamilton, captain Virat Kohli spoke about how life can be 'fickle' and emphasised on the importance of enjoying every moment. He was reacting to American basketball legend Kobe Bryant's death

In one of the most tragic losses in the history of sports, basketball legend and fiery NBA superstar, Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash near Los Angeles on Sunday, along with eight others including her 13 years old daughter Gianna. Kobe Bryant craved competition and was known for his enthusiasm, creating a pop philosophy he called “The Mamba Mentality”. “I always aimed to kill the opposition,” he once wrote. The Mamba grew into an iconic persona all its own. Now, the world can’t fathom that it’s gone.

American basketball legend Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash. India captain Virat Kohli led cricketers' tributes

Athletes, fans mourned the tragic death of American basketball superstar Kobe Bryant. He was killed in a helicopter crash

'My visit to Australia was fantastic, it was an unforgettable experience. I got a chance to play with the best players from all over the world. I learned many new skills and got to know on what aspect of my game I should improve on,' the 16-year old Pranav Prince, from Alappuzha, said of his stint at the NBA academy in Australia earlier this month

'Yesterday was a historic day for sports in India and India-USA relations. Mumbai hosted the first-ever @NBA match played in India. The game between @Pacers and @SacramentoKings was a treat for sports lovers. Congratulations to both teams for a riveting contest. #NBAIndiaGames,' PM Narendra Modi tweeted

Indiana Pacers defeated Sacramento Kings in the first-ever NBA match in India. These two sides will face each other once again tomorrow.

The NBA India Games 2019, which will feature the Sacramento Kings and Indiana Pacers playing two preseason games on October 4 and 5 at the Dome, NSCI, SVP Stadium in Mumbai, will mark the first games that teams from a North American sports league will play in India

Deepika Padukone posted a slo-mo video on her Instagram that shows her playing basketball. Here's what hubby Ranveer Singh has to say.

"Leonardo DiCaprio didn't want me for the part, and I didn't think he was right for the part," Wahlberg said, according to the Hollywood Reporter.