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Tracy McGrady didn’t mean it as a jab, but Kyrie Irving made sure to address it with poise and precision. After McGrady said Jamaal Tinsley had better handles than Kyrie, the Mavericks guard calmly responded on a livestream, turning the comment into a chance to honor the past and remind everyone who’s still setting the […]

AJ Dybantsa hasn’t even played a single college game, and yet he’s already a titan in the world of name, image, and likeness (NIL). The incoming BYU freshman and top high school basketball prospect has racked up an eye-popping $4.1 million NIL valuation, putting Dybantsa at the pinnacle of college basketball earners, per Afrotech. He’s […]

Charles Barkley’s pockets got a whole lot deeper thanks to a casual round of golf with Michael Jordan nearly 30 years ago. The Hall of Fame forward and iconic broadcaster recently reflected on a pivotal moment that reshaped his financial future, and it all started with a simple tip from MJ, TheSpun reports. Back in […]

DeMarcus Cousins is facing the fallout from one of the wildest moments of his professional career, and now Ice Cube is offering a new lane for redemption, per Complex. The former NBA All-Star was booted from Puerto Rico’s top basketball league this week after a bizarre and inflammatory series of actions during a game with […]

Donna Kelce is adding a new chapter to her public rise by stepping into the world of reality television. Donna, the beloved mother of NFL stars Travis and Jason Kelce has officially joined the cast of Season 4 of The Traitors, Peacock’s Emmy-winning social strategy game, per TMZ. Hosted by Alan Cumming and filmed in […]

Jason Kelce has always been a larger-than-life presence in Philadelphia — but now, one fan has taken their admiration to permanent, skin-level heights, per SI. A viral tattoo, created by Philadelphia-based artist Pattat_Tat2, features Kelce in a risqué pose that’s hard to ignore. The image shows the beloved former center reclining on his side in […]

Tiffany Stratton can command a wrestling ring with precision, but the mound at Citi Field was a different beast, per CBSSports. Stratton has unintentionally entered infamous territory. Tiffany Stratton’s new IG pics 😍 pic.twitter.com/Kz5mFJMXNm — malachi (@malthechamp) June 12, 2025 Before the Mets wrapped up their series against the Washington Nationals on Thursday, the reigning […]

Lonzo and LiAngelo Ball didn’t hold back during their recent GOAT Talk episode for Complex, where fashion and rap collided in hilarious fashion. The moment Kyle Kuzma’s viral 2021 pink sweater came up, the Ball brothers let it fly like they were back in Chino Hills, per Complex. Lonzo Ball and GELO Roast Kyle Kuzma’s […]

Reggie Miller’s return to the Indiana spotlight was always going to be loud. But nobody expected his fit to be louder, per SI. Reggie Miller ain’t got a mirror in his house pic.twitter.com/hKzldAyU8x — Master (@MasterTes) June 12, 2025 The Pacers legend showed up to Game 3 of the NBA Finals in front of a […]

Bill Belichick’s return to the college sidelines was already headline-worthy, but his relationship with 24-year-old Jordon Hudson has taken the spotlight in ways no playbook could have predicted. Now the 73-year-old UNC head coach is speaking out, brushing aside the noise and making it clear that his priority lies between the hash marks, per TheSpun. […]

Allisha Gray is locked in. On Tuesday night, the Atlanta Dream guard dropped 23 points to lead her team past the Indiana Fever in a 77-58 statement win, per SI. With Caitlin Clark missing her fifth consecutive game due to a quad injury, the Dream took control behind Gray’s two-way brilliance. In the third quarter, […]

That’s the position ESPN star Stephen A. Smith laid out during a recent interview with Riley Gaines on The Stephen A. Smith Show, OutKick reports. The heated conversation followed Simone Biles’ viral response to Gaines, in which the Olympic gymnast called the outspoken advocate for women’s sports a “sore loser” and urged her to “uplift […]

Adam Jones or Pacman, former NFL cornerback and Cincinnati Bengals standout, is once again facing legal heat after an early morning incident in Covington, Kentucky. On Wednesday, June 11, the 41-year-old Jones appeared before Judge Douglas Grothaus at the Kenton County courthouse, where he entered a not guilty plea to three charges: disorderly conduct, public […]

Victor Wembanyama isn’t just preparing for his second season in the NBA. He’s transforming. After a stellar rookie campaign that put the league on notice, the 7-foot-3 San Antonio Spurs center decided to go off the grid, per TikTok. Not to a Miami beach. Not to a Vegas penthouse. Wembanyama flew to Zhengzhou, China for […]

Aaron Rodgers just pulled off one of the most stealth moves of his career, and it had nothing to do with football. The 41-year-old quarterback confirmed this week that he is, in fact, a married man, per SI. Yes, that black band he’s been flashing since the Kentucky Derby isn’t just a fashion choice. It’s […]

Coco Gauff’s historic French Open win wasn’t just about forehands and footwork. According to the 21-year-old star, a wave of emotion and patriotism helped fuel her to become the first American since Serena Williams to hoist the trophy in Paris. And in a moment that left many stunned, she credited her inspiration to a moment […]

After a controversial absence in 2024, Joey Chestnut may soon be back where he belongs. The 16-time Nathan’s champion, widely known as “Jaws,” is currently in active talks with Major League Eating and contest organizers to rejoin the legendary Fourth of July competition. According to TMZ Sports, both sides are motivated to bring Chestnut back […]

Shaquille O’Neal has never been one to mince words, and he wasn’t about to start when the topic turned to Wilt Chamberlain’s infamous claim. On a recent episode of The Big Podcast with Brandon Jennings and Adam Lefkoe, the Lakers legend flat-out dismissed Chamberlain’s decades-old statement that he slept with 20,000 women, per Yahoo. His […]

For weeks, whispers circled like a fast break—Michael Jordan, the six-time NBA champion and cultural icon, was reportedly joining NBC’s NBA coverage for a massive $40 million a year. That figure raised eyebrows, not just for its size, but because it would have eclipsed his highest single-season salary during his playing career, per MSN. But […]

Shaquille O’Neal isn’t just known for dominating the paint. On The Big Podcast, Shaq turned that same no-nonsense energy toward one of the NBA’s biggest myths, per NYPost. Co-host Adam Lefkoe brought up the age-old belief that women chase players from city to city. “Every city you go to, the women are looking for you,” […]

Lamine Yamal had just starred in another big game. At 17, the Barcelona prodigy had helped Spain edge France 5-4 in a semi-final classic. He looked like a Ballon d’Or frontrunner—18 goals, 25 assists, and trophies in three different Spanish competitions say as much. But by the time Portugal snatched the Nations League title away […]

Philadelphia Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie just made a power move that has nothing to do with touchdowns. On Tuesday, June 10, Lurie announced a $50 million gift to launch the Lurie Autism Institute (LAI), a joint initiative between the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn Medicine, per CBSNews. It’s the largest single donation ever made […]

If you’ve ever sat around wondering if Michael Beasley really was that guy in practice, wonder no more. The whispers have turned into applause. Thanks to D’Vontay Friga’s The Next Chapter (TNC), hoop fans finally got to see a live-action legend prove his point—and bank $100,000 while doing it, per BleacherReport. Michael Beasley beat Lance […]

It’s unfortunate to say, but Ric Flair is gearing up for another real-life fight. The two-time WWE Hall of Famer told PEOPLE magazine he has been diagnosed with skin cancer, making it the second time in three years that he’s faced the illness, SI reports. Flair confirmed he’ll begin treatment next week and thanked his […]

Rich Paul didn’t just rise in the world of sports representation, he redefined it. The Klutch Sports Group founder and longtime LeBron James confidant is the latest high-profile expert to partner with MasterClass, where he’ll offer an inside look at what it takes to dominate an industry from the ground up, per AthlonSports. The course […]

Livvy Dunne isn’t flipping down the runway or launching herself from the bars anymore. After 20 years of competitive gymnastics, the LSU standout and social media sensation is navigating life beyond the sport that defined her, per USA today. In a recent interview, she opened up about how intense the transition has been—and how she’s […]

Jay-Z, the billionaire mogul and former Brooklyn Nets co-owner, just put $1 million down through Fanatics Sportsbook on the Thunder beating the Indiana Pacers in five games. If it hits, Jay-Z will walk away with over $3 million. But after the Pacers stole Game 1 with a buzzer-beating pullup from Tyrese Haliburton, the Thunder now […]

Greg Hardy is once again at the center of serious allegations. According to documents obtained by TMZ Sports, the former NFL defensive end’s girlfriend told police he physically assaulted her during a heated argument over alleged infidelity, per TMZ. The incident reportedly unfolded on Wednesday afternoon in Texas. Hardy’s girlfriend claimed the two were returning […]

A cherished Kobe Bryant mural in downtown Los Angeles has been vandalized for the second time in just over a month. Despite community efforts and a $5,000 donation from NBA star Luka Doncic to restore the mural in late April, white spray paint now covers the tribute to Kobe and Gigi Bryant at the corner […]

Stephen A. Smith is setting the record straight. After Michelle Beadle called it “a little embarrassing” that she and co-host Cody Decker found out their SiriusXM show was getting replaced with Smith’s only hours before the public announcement, the longtime ESPN personality addressed the situation himself, per Awfulannouncing. Beadle opened up during Wednesday’s edition of […]

Just two days after falling short in the Eastern Conference Finals, Jalen Brunson and several Knicks stars were spotted out on the town. Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart, Mikal Bridges, and P.J. Tucker hit The Fleur Room in Chelsea on Monday night, not far from Madison Square Garden, per TheSun. The mood? Loose. Smiling. Celebratory. […]

Pablo Torre and Bill Simmons recently took their simmering media feud to the podcast studio, aiming to address tensions sparked by Torre’s in-depth reporting on Bill Belichick’s relationship with Jordon Hudson. The conversation, however, unveiled more than just personal grievances—it hinted at deeper concerns within Belichick’s professional circle, per NBCSports. A Tense Exchange and a […]

Stephen Curry may not have to say much to make waves, but when he does, people listen. That’s exactly what happened during a casual golf moment at the Memorial Pro-Am in Ohio, when a reporter tossed him a hypothetical: who would you trust most to take a game-winning shot, per Yahoo. Curry, without blinking, responded, […]

Steph Curry might be the face of confidence on the basketball court, but behind the scenes, he’s navigating the same uncertainties many people do. In a revealing conversation with CNBC, the Golden State Warriors superstar opened up about dealing with impostor syndrome and feeling pressure from the many hats he wears: athlete, husband, father, and […]

Stephen A. Smith is doubling down on his media empire. SiriusXM just announced a multi-year deal with the outspoken ESPN host, locking in two new shows that will spotlight both his sports knowledge and his take-no-prisoners voice on current events, per SiriusXM. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Howard Stern Show (@sternshow) […]

The Trump administration is ramping up pressure on California following a transgender teenager’s victory in two state track titles. Sixteen-year-old AB Hernandez placed first at the California high school championships, drawing national attention and sparking a sharp rebuke from federal officials, per CBSNews. Days later, the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division, led by Harmeet Dhillon, […]

Moriah Mills won’t be heading into any potential legal battle with Zion Williamson backed by powerhouse attorney Tony Buzbee. The high-profile lawyer confirmed he declined to take Mills’ case after she reached out seeking representation regarding unspecified legal action she’s been considering against the Pelicans star, per TMZ. Moriah Mills contacted attorney Tony Buzbee about […]

Angel Reese is putting up numbers in her rookie WNBA campaign, but it’s not just her double-doubles that fans are keeping track of. A growing group of gamblers has zeroed in on one oddly specific stat: Reese missing her first shot of the game. And for the last five matchups, she’s done exactly that, per […]

Dak Prescott isn’t just building an NFL legacy in Dallas — he’s literally building a new home base, too. TMZ Sports revealed this week that construction is officially in motion on Prescott’s new mansion in Prosper, Texas, months after he tore down his previous multi-million-dollar estate in favor of something more modern and personalized, per […]