When college dollars leap to the millions, basketball players have to ask themselves more questions about their hoop dreams.
Ken Belson, author of “Every Day Is Sunday,” speaks with Kai Ryssdal about his new book on the history of the modern NFL.
The risk of brain injury weighs on participation. Sports writer Dave Sheinin says there’s logic in an eventual move to a safer game.
Over the past decade, esports have grown to a point where events sell out NBA stadiums. But as popularity has boomed, esports leagues still face major business barriers.
Ambitions to go pro are often “a metaphor for the elusiveness of the American dream,” says “Hoop Dreams” director Steve James.
William Gates, star of the 1994 documentary, on the economic challenges college athletes face today.
Patience and risk management are key to both.
As Major League Soccer’s 24th season gets underway, sports investors are fueling a soccer growth spurt.
Lakers CEO Jeanie Buss on life and basketball.
Lakers CEO and co-owner Jeanie Buss on life and basketball.
