Yao Ming

The NBA will celebrate the Chinese New Year with special Chinese-themed uniforms for the Golden State Warriors and the Houston Rockets, whose shirt is pictured here.

Why the NBA is breaking out special uniforms for Chinese New Year

Sports

China has the NBA’s largest international fan base, and the league is making a big play for Chinese viewers with a TV deal and special Chinese-themed uniforms for the Lunar New Year. But while it might be good business, what do Chinese Americans think of the jerseys?

California’s shark fin ban outrages restaurant owners, seafood dealers

Environment

New York Knicks’ Jeremy Lin bursts onto national scene

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California’s Shark Fin Battle

Arts, Culture & Media
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A New Friend For Sharks

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Beyond Yao Ming: China and the NBA

Over the weekend, the Cleveland Cavaliers agreed to sell a 15 percent stake in its franchise to a group of Chinese investors. This is the first major Chinese investment in an American sports team. For more we turn to The Takeaway’s Ibrahim Abdul-Matin.

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U.S. vs. China in Olympic basketball

Sports

The U.S. men’s basketball opener vs. China on Sunday will be one of the most-watched Olympic events, and the players on both teams are under pressure to do well during the Games, as The World’s Matthew Bell reports.

The NBA’s ethnic heritage nights

Conflict & Justice

In an effort to boost sagging attendance, the National Basketball Association is looking to its ethnic players. Reporter Cyrus Farivar tells us about the NBA’s “ethnic heritage” nights.