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In a move that’s sparked debate among former players, Colorado Buffaloes legend Chad Brown expressed his disagreement with the school’s decision to retire Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter’s jersey numbers. The former Buffaloes linebacker, who left the school in 1993, told TMZ Sports that he finds the quick decision “odd,” despite acknowledging the players’ talent. […]

Netflix is rolling into the weekend with three new titles that bring emotional depth, gripping suspense, and a touch of the surreal, per Decider. All three projects are Netflix originals, and they showcase just how varied the platform’s storytelling ambitions are this month. These newcomers join a packed April roster that already includes fan-favorite library […]

Carmelo Anthony has been thinking about legacy, and that includes J. Cole’s. On a recent episode of his 7PM in Brooklyn podcast, the NBA star-turned-media personality made a bold claim: the Dreamville rapper deserves top-10 all-time status. But what got fans buzzing just as much was Melo’s take on what Cole might do next, especially […]

Caitlin Clark’s rise from college basketball phenom to professional icon isn’t just happening on the court—it’s exploding across screens nationwide. Gatorade’s latest commercial, narrated by none other than Kendrick Lamar, is the latest signal that Clark is stepping fully into the global spotlight, per Complex. The ad, which kicks off what Bloomberg calls “one of […]

Pete Carroll isn’t slowing down, even in the lecture hall. The new Las Vegas Raiders coach continued his star-studded USC leadership class this week by bringing in two massive names: seven-time Super Bowl champ Tom Brady and Trojans basketball phenom JuJu Watkins, per TMZ. The moment Brady’s face lit up the Zoom screen, the classroom […]

Haley Cavinder just locked in a different kind of win—an engagement ring that’s turning heads across social media. On Thursday, April 17, the college basketball standout and influencer announced she’s engaged to Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson, and the diamond on her finger might need its own zip code, per Outkick. View this post […]

Drake is escalating his legal battle against Universal Music Group (UMG), and Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl performance just became Exhibit A. In a newly amended complaint filed in Manhattan federal court, the rapper accuses UMG of orchestrating and promoting what he calls a “character assassination” during the most-watched halftime show in Super Bowl history, per […]

Tom Cruise continues to redefine the term “movie star.” With Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning set to hit theaters May 23, 2025, the 61-year-old actor has once again stunned audiences by doing something that no insurance company would likely sign off on: gripping the wing of a flying plane while soaring at 8,000 feet […]

Cassidy Hubbarth’s voice cracked and her eyes welled up Wednesday night as she closed one chapter of her remarkable career. After 15 years with ESPN, the veteran host said goodbye during her final NBA broadcast—a moment that became less about basketball and more about legacy, friendship, and growth. The Heat had just cruised to a […]

Lil Wayne isn’t holding back after being passed up for this year’s Super Bowl LIX halftime show in his own hometown, per RollingStone. Despite being a fixture in rap for decades and publicly campaigning for the coveted slot at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, the NFL gave the stage to Kendrick Lamar—who used it […]

Lil Wayne won’t be performing at a Super Bowl anytime soon—and he’s not hiding his frustration. In a new Rolling Stone cover story, the New Orleans rap icon revealed how deeply it hurt that they overlooked him for the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show, hosted in his hometown, per Uproxx. “They stole that feeling,” Wayne […]

Former NBA guard Eric Bledsoe is again under scrutiny after allegedly breaking into his Los Angeles home during a volatile argument with his girlfriend, Briona Mae, earlier this week, per TMZ. According to law enforcement sources cited by TMZ Sports, neighbors called police after hearing the dispute, prompting an emergency response to the property. Looks […]

Serena Williams isn’t letting speculation cloud her legacy. After she appeared during Kendrick Lamar’s explosive Super Bowl 59 halftime show, the internet lit up with questions — not about her performance, but about her past. Fans couldn’t help but link her presence on stage to Lamar’s subtle jabs at longtime rival Drake, who Serena briefly […]

Robert Horry may have built his legacy on clutch playoff shots, but this week, he gave one young fan a memory that may matter even more than any buzzer-beater. During an appearance on NBA Today, the seven-time NBA champion surprised 8-year-old Lakers fan George Angelich, whose family lost their home—and a signed Horry jersey—in January’s […]

Patrick Beverley might be off the NBA hardwood, but his competitive fire is still very much ablaze. The outspoken guard, now 36, stirred up a virtual storm during a Playback livestream on Tuesday night, where he called out former NBA guard Brandon Jennings to a one-on-one game—winner takes $100,000, per Inkl. 👀 @Tuff__Crowd is ducking […]

LaVar Ball has always worn his heart on his sleeve, and even from a hospital bed, that passion never wavered, per TMZ. Following a series of surgeries that resulted in the amputation of his right foot, the outspoken Ball patriarch stayed locked in with his middle son, LiAngelo “Gelo” Ball — not about basketball this […]

Ten days after hoisting a championship net in Tampa, Paige Bueckers is rewriting the ticketing story in Dallas. The moment the UConn legend became the No. 1 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, demand exploded. SeatGeek reported an 11-fold increase in ticket sales compared to the five days leading up to the draft, while site […]

Steve Nash didn’t expect to break the internet with one podcast quote, but that’s exactly what happened when he joined LeBron James on Mind Game Pod. The two-time MVP opened up about his teenage years and the overwhelming influence of Black culture on his basketball journey — and his words stirred emotions across the internet, […]

Philly pride runs deep — but that doesn’t mean it’s without a little healthy competition. On Monday night, Lil Uzi Vert took to Instagram to roast, tease, and toast Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts in a glittery series of Stories that doubled as both a flex and a friendly jab. Lil Uzi beefing with Jalen […]

Rob Gronkowski is gearing up for a wild weekend in Las Vegas, and he’s making sure a few key people are on the guest list. With WrestleMania taking over Sin City, the future Hall of Famer is bringing the heat with his annual Gronk Beach party — and this year, he’s personally extending invitations to […]

Paige Spiranac had herself a moment at this year’s Masters — and so did Rory McIlroy. But for Spiranac, it wasn’t just about McIlroy clinching the career Grand Slam in a dramatic playoff against Justin Rose. It was about how the moment unfolded without a sea of phones blocking the view, per Yahoo. “Hot take […]

When Georgia Amoore heard Russell Westbrook would be designing her outfit for the 2025 WNBA Draft, she didn’t know what to expect. What followed was a collaboration that broke new ground not just in basketball, but in fashion, Vogue reports. The Virginia Tech standout and new Washington Mystics draftee teamed up with Westbrook and his […]

Hailey Van Lith is officially a pro, and her moment on the WNBA Draft stage came with a little extra love. After being selected 11th overall by the Chicago Sky, the former TCU standout embraced her parents, received her new jersey from Commissioner Cathy Engelbert, and then found her way to someone just as important […]

Tony Allen wasn’t being paranoid. He was being outplayed—in Italian. On a recent episode of Out The Mud, Sasha Vujačić confirmed what Allen had long suspected: Kobe Bryant absolutely used foreign languages as a strategic edge, per EssentiallySports. “When Kobe and I would speak on the basketball court, he [Tony Allen] would come and listen, […]

Kendrick Lamar and SZA just gave fans even more to talk about with the release of the official music video for “Luther,” the standout track from Lamar’s GNX album that made waves during his Super Bowl performance, per TheRoot. While the visuals were dreamy and cinematic, blending black-and-white shots with bursts of color and quiet […]

Netflix is welcoming four new titles to its catalog this weekend, building on an already packed April lineup that’s kept fans binging, per PopCulture. With a blend of sinister storytelling, quirky romance, and character-driven comedy, these additions offer something for every type of viewer. Murder, Romance, and Control: The Gardener Digs Deep At the top […]

Hailee Steinfeld is returning to music — not with a splashy pop comeback, but with something deeper, darker, and more personal. Her new single, “Dangerous,” set to release on April 18 alongside the Sinners film and its soundtrack, marks her first musical offering in two years, per Uproxx. This time, though, it’s not just about […]

Hailee Steinfeld has no problem ruffling a few feathers—even if it means dragging Michael B. Jordan’s most celebrated work. During a fiery appearance on Hot Ones, the Hawkeye star unleashed her inner competitor and didn’t hold back when the game demanded some brutal honesty. The setup? She had to rank a handful of her co-star’s […]

For years, few NFL feuds were as infamous as the one between Aqib Talib and Michael Crabtree. It was chippy, chaotic, and at times, comical — but above all, it was unforgettable. From sideline scuffles to chain-snatching theatrics, the rivalry carved its place in league history. But now, the hatchet is officially buried, per Outkick. […]

It’s not every weekend an animated series dominates Netflix’s lineup, but Devil May Cry isn’t just any anime. Adapted from Capcom’s beloved video game franchise, this new series promises stylized combat, supernatural demons, and a heavy dose of cool, per TechRadar. Produced by Adi Shankar, the same mind behind Castlevania, the show follows Dante, a […]

When you see the number eight on a jersey, which sports icon pops into your mind? For many, it might still be Kobe Bryant in his early days. For others, it’s Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, who has built a brand around that number. Now, he’s asking the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to stop […]

Karl-Anthony Towns is entering a new era—and it’s one that perfectly fuses his love for basketball, fashion, and video games. In his debut season with the Knicks, Towns not only locked down an All-Star nod, he helped lift New York to a playoff spot, delivering consistent performances in the paint while serving elite looks off […]

Travis Kelce, already revered for his dominance on the field, just made a major off-field move that cements his legacy beyond football. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end purchased a $3.3 million mansion and plans to transform the estate into a transitional living facility for homeless youth, as announced by Foster Love, per SI. This […]

Draymond Green turned in a vintage performance Tuesday night, racking up a triple-double to help the Golden State Warriors notch a critical 134-125 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies. But it wasn’t just his stat line that had people talking. Ahead of tip-off, Memphis interim coach Tuomas Iisalo made an unexpected but striking comparison, likening Green’s […]

Fresh off his Super Bowl win with the Philadelphia Eagles, Saquon Barkley is learning that championship attention extends far beyond the football field. At the recent J.P. Morgan Tech 100 Summit, Barkley mingled with high-profile figures, including Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner, and their son Joseph, OutKick. The photos he posted online stirred immediate reactions—not because […]

Ayesha Howard, the mother of Anthony Edwards’ child and former partner of rapper Lil Baby, is setting the record straight. Tired of being dismissed online as a “gold digger,” she took to Instagram Live with a fiery rebuttal that quickly went viral, per BallerAlert. The internet may have jokes, but Howard had bars of her […]

Tracy McGrady didn’t hold back when asked how LeBron James would fare in a game of one-on-one. While appearing on The Makeshift Podcast, the Hall of Famer and legendary scorer made waves by claiming that the four-time MVP and all-time leading scorer might not hold up well when stripped of teammates, per SI. “I think […]

“What the Helly Burton?” That’s all it took for Tyrese Haliburton to light up like he’d just knocked down a clutch three. Following Indiana’s 119–105 win over the Charlotte Hornets, the Pacers star couldn’t hide his excitement when asked about a recent shoutout from rising rap force Rob49, per X. I asked Tyrese Haliburton about […]

The NBA is once again scrutinizing Ja Morant, this time over a gesture that looked a little too familiar. During Tuesday’s matchup between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Golden State Warriors, Morant appeared to flash finger-gun hand signs aimed at Buddy Hield after a heated exchange. Both players received technical fouls, but the fallout didn’t […]