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The China-NBA Tempest in a Teacup
October 29, 2019

The China-NBA Tempest in a Teacup

By Jansen Tham
The NBA-China spat is just the latest indication of a longstanding (and growing) problem.

China’s Corporate Social Credit System Demands Political Obedience from Companies
October 24, 2019

China’s Corporate Social Credit System Demands Political Obedience from Companies

By Daniel Rechtschaffen
The primary purpose of the social credit system may not be to censor companies, but censorship is undoubtedly within its scope.
The NBA, Blizzard, and Beyond: Free Expression, Censorship, and China’s Global Reach
October 12, 2019

The NBA, Blizzard, and Beyond: Free Expression, Censorship, and China’s Global Reach

By Ankit Panda
Are we at a tipping point for popular American perceptions of the Chinese Communist Party?

The NBA’s Popularity in China Seems Endless
September 17, 2019

The NBA’s Popularity in China Seems Endless

By Tim Reynolds
Basketball wasn't a big deal in China. And then everything changed.

Sim Bhullar Becomes the NBA’s First Indian Player
April 10, 2015

Sim Bhullar Becomes the NBA’s First Indian Player

By Jack Detsch
The NBA welcomed its first Indian player this week. But can he help the league attract an audience in the subcontinent?

Jeremy Lin Gears Up for Lakers Debut
October 23, 2014

Jeremy Lin Gears Up for Lakers Debut

By Samuel Chi
The basketball star is looking to put his ‘Linsanity’ days behind him.

Jeremy Lin’s Lakers Opportunity
July 24, 2014

Jeremy Lin’s Lakers Opportunity

By Samuel Chi
The NBA star will need to put up a big season in Los Angeles.
An Aussie Basketball Star in America
June 05, 2014

An Aussie Basketball Star in America

By Samuel Chi
Talented Australian Dante Exum has generated considerable excitement since arriving in the US.

Linsanity Has Been a Failure to Launch in Houston
March 13, 2014

Linsanity Has Been a Failure to Launch in Houston

By Samuel Chi
The Asian-American superstar has spent most of his time on the Rockets’ bench.

American Basketball Scores Big with Asian Fans
October 17, 2013

American Basketball Scores Big with Asian Fans

After last week’s NBA games in the Philippines and Taiwan, Asian fans want more.

Political Kung Fu: Jackie Chan at the CPPCC
March 04, 2013

Political Kung Fu: Jackie Chan at the CPPCC

Jackie Chan is drafted by Beijing to help with its soft power push.

Dennis Rodman in North Korea: Tourism or Diplomacy?
February 27, 2013

Dennis Rodman in North Korea: Tourism or Diplomacy?

Dennis Rodman is in North Korea for “basketball diplomacy.” Is the trip ethical, let alone effective?

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