BRITNEY SPEARS has turned into something of a basketball fanatic since her release from rehab, and as always, snitches are dishing that there’s testosterone involved.

Last year Britney admitted to having a crush on the son of basketball legend BILL WALTON.

Tattles are now speculating whether Britney’s sudden intense interest in courtside hoops has anything to do with her interest in courting the younger Walton, who is now an Los Angeles Lakers scorer.

In the meantime, the Mommy of Two has been spending a lot of count on clothing for herself and sons Sean and Jayden.

Brit reportedly spent $2,000 on outfits for Jayden and Sean at Lisa Kline in Los Angeles, $2,000 on clothes for herself, and a pack of “Boo Boo Bandages” for the boys.