Sports Headlines: Arrests, Trades, and Triumphs

Catch up on the latest sports news with highlights including Deandre Ayton's arrest in the Bahamas, Breanna Stewart joining Fenerbahce Opet for the EuroLeague, MLB's broadcast changes, and NFL trade updates. Meanwhile, the sports world mourns former coach Doug Moe and speculates on Tyreek Hill's next move.

Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 18-02-2026 05:28 IST | Created: 18-02-2026 05:28 IST

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Deandre Ayton, center for the Los Angeles Lakers, faced arrest at Lynden Pindling International Airport in the Bahamas on Tuesday due to marijuana possession, according to sources familiar with the situation. Briefly detained, Ayton was released shortly after. He was attempting to leave the country when detained.

In basketball news, WNBA star Breanna Stewart announced her move to Turkey's Fenerbahce Opet, joining the team for the 2026 EuroLeague Final Six scheduled in Zaragoza, Spain. This news comes as MLB transitions away from utilizing a strike zone box in broadcasts with the introduction of an automated ball-strike system.

As NFL trade season approaches, attention is on potential deals involving high-profile players like A.J. Brown and Kyler Murray. Meanwhile, the Denver Nuggets community mourns the passing of their iconic former coach Doug Moe, who died at 87.

(With inputs from agencies.)