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Charles Barkley has never been afraid to speak his mind, especially when it comes to Michael Jordan. The former friends-turned-rivals now find themselves in unexpected proximity once again. This time, in front of the camera, per TheSpun. After putting his retirement on hold, Barkley is headed to ESPN as the NBA shifts its television rights. […]

The final weekend of May kicks off with a strong lineup of releases on Netflix, anchored by a highly anticipated horror film, a buzzy prestige series, and the farewell season of a beloved adult animation, per TechRadar. With a mix of original content and international flavor, this weekend’s drop is bound to keep your watchlist […]

Dwyane Wade has always loved a good laugh, even when he’s the punchline. The Hall of Famer revisited a viral moment from 2017 on Barstool Sports’ “Pardon My Take,” where he addressed a diabolical fake quote that involved his wife, Gabrielle Union, and eating it like groceries, per TMZ. The quote claimed Wade took comfort […]

Tom Cruise brought the glitz of Hollywood to Texas on Thursday night, and he didn’t come alone. The movie star turned NorthPark IMAX into a red carpet spectacle as he unveiled Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning to an electric Dallas crowd, per CBSNews. But the man known for dangling off planes and sprinting through […]

Michael Wilbon didn’t sugarcoat a single word when it came to comparing LeBron James and Kobe Bryant. During a fiery appearance on ESPN’s Get Up, the veteran analyst made it clear: don’t expect him to place LeBron on a higher pedestal than Kobe, or even Magic, Russell, or Jordan, per TheSpun. Wilbon’s comments came after […]

The Buffalo Bills are stepping into two very different spotlights this summer. On one hand, they’ve been selected—finally and perhaps begrudgingly—for HBO’s Hard Knocks. On the other, they’re the centerpiece of Hallmark Channel’s latest NFL-themed holiday film, Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story, per NYTimes. One is gritty, unscripted, and mandatory. The other is cheerful, […]

The Kansas City Chiefs cheerleader and cousin of NFL star Travis Kelce took to TikTok to set the record straight after someone tried to pin her Chiefs fandom on Taylor Swift’s influence. Her now-viral video posted on May 21 has already racked up close to 300,000 views and more than 34,000 likes, but it’s the […]

When Shai Gilgeous-Alexander stepped onto the stage to accept his 2024–25 NBA MVP award, the moment was supposed to be about him. It quickly became something else. The Oklahoma City Thunder star turned the spotlight toward his wife, Hailey Summers, delivering a tearful, heartfelt tribute that moved not only the room, but basketball fans across […]

Tyrese Haliburton didn’t need pyrotechnics or a choreographed celebration to announce his presence. He just needed a smile and one legendary line: “It’s gotta be the shoes,” per ESPN. That line, delivered coolly to reporters postgame, echoed louder than any trash talk he could’ve cooked up. With one quote, Haliburton linked himself to a sacred […]

Madison Square Garden was electric for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals, and not just because of the on-court heroics. Tyrese Haliburton’s buzzer-beater to send the game to overtime stole the show, but it was his taunt and Timothée Chalamet’s sideline response that added a splash of Hollywood to the drama, per FoxSports. With […]

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is no longer just a rising star, he’s officially the brightest light in the league. The Oklahoma City Thunder guard was crowned the 2024-25 NBA MVP after putting together a jaw-dropping season that left few doubting his greatness. Shai led the NBA with 32.7 points per game, and did it with surgical precision. […]

Peyton Manning is piling up awards in retirement, just not on the football field anymore. The legendary quarterback, known for dissecting defenses, now breaks down Monday Night Football on air. And this week, his work earned him yet another accolade: the Sports Emmy for “Outstanding Personality/Event Analyst,” per Yahoo. But leave it to Eli Manning […]

Paul George knew what he was walking into when he signed with the Sixers. Philly fans don’t do coddling. They don’t deal in niceties. And they definitely don’t accept anything less than maximum effort, per SI. On a recent episode of “Podcast P,” George heard it straight from the source, Gillie Da Kid, one half […]

The upcoming biopic about John Madden starring Nicolas Cage and Christian Bale just lost a cast member, and not quietly. An unnamed supporting actor left the film two weeks into production, claiming discomfort over an alleged use of the N-word and unexpected full-frontal nudity, per TMZ. But sources close to Amazon Studios are pushing back, […]

Tom Cruise isn’t just the face of high-octane stunts and global box office runs. He might also be Hollywood’s most enthusiastic popcorn defender. During a recent screening of Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, a stunned moviegoer found himself on the receiving end of Cruise’s popcorn policing when the actor jokingly called him out for […]

Caitlin Clark has plenty of fans, but few draw more attention than Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. The Indiana Fever star recently shared her thoughts on the NFL power couple, and whether they might show up to one of her games this season, per MensJournal. Clark and Swift crossed paths at the Eras Tour stop […]

Philadelphia Eagles star AJ Brown didn’t hold back during a recent visit to the Delaware County Juvenile Probation Offices. Speaking to a group of young men facing real-life challenges, the wide receiver tackled one of the more uncomfortable truths behind NFL success: the way some players engage with women. POWERFUL: #NFL star AJ Brown says […]

The Chicago-born actor who played Norm Peterson on Cheers and embodied the soul of a Bears superfan, George Wendt, has died at age 76, per ChicagoTribune. Rest in power George Wendt. One of the greatest character actors of our generation. A compilation of Norm replies in his honor. pic.twitter.com/B21oWtg3ur — Danny Deraney (@DannyDeraney) May 20, […]

Vice President JD Vance showed up to the Vatican with more than handshakes and diplomatic intentions. He came bearing a Chicago Bears jersey, custom-made for the newly elected Pope Leo. The jersey featured the name “Pope Leo” and the number XIV, a playful yet pointed tribute to the Chicago-born leader of the Catholic Church. Pope […]

Michael Jordan’s son, Marcus Jordan, seems to be embracing a new chapter. Over the weekend, the 34-year-old former UCF basketball player celebrated 40 days of sobriety — a personal milestone that comes months after a highly publicized arrest for driving while intoxicated, per TMZ. Marcus Jordan reveals he’s been 40 days sober since his DWI […]

Kylie and Jason Kelce’s newest addition, baby Finnley, made her first public appearance this past weekend—and it wasn’t at daycare or brunch, per TMZ. It was at Lincoln Financial Field. The Kelces brought their daughter to the Eagles Autism Foundation event, where Kylie was all smiles, mingling with fans while wearing her tiny bundle front […]

The football world has seen its share of drama, but nothing quite like the saga of Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson. At 73, the legendary former Patriots coach—now helming the University of North Carolina’s football program—may be heading for a different kind of milestone. According to The Athletic and confirmed by a subtle yet significant […]

Aaron Rodgers added a fresh layer to his offseason mystery tour by popping up at a Mike. concert in Austin this past weekend, further stoking curiosity about both his personal life and football future. The veteran quarterback, currently unsigned and in limbo following a disappointing end with the New York Jets, was caught on video […]

He wasn’t just calling plays this offseason; Kevin O’Connell was calling pranks too. The Minnesota Vikings head coach surprised everyone in the draft room on Day 3 of the NFL Draft by walking in with a fake mustache, catching the entire staff off guard in a lighthearted nod to general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah’s signature facial hair, […]

Cardi B didn’t let Rory Farrell’s latest podcast segment slide. After the Rory & Mal host suggested she should be held “accountable” for her rumored romance with NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs, the Bronx-born superstar made it clear that she wasn’t here for it, especially not from him, per Complex. The moment came during a […]

Netflix isn’t slowing down this May. As the weekend hits, the platform delivers a diverse slate of new series, documentaries, and genre-bending shorts, per Netflix. It’s a blend of intense, stylish storytelling and oddball creativity. Whether you’re in the mood for nail-biting thrillers or puppet-led sci-fi satire, Netflix has you covered. One of the most […]

Cassie Ventura took the stand in the ongoing federal trial against Sean “Diddy” Combs and delivered a testimony that further unravels the complex, allegedly abusive relationship between the two, per TMZ. While the courtroom focuses on Diddy’s charges related to sex trafficking and racketeering, Cassie’s testimony has widened the lens, pointing to jealousy, possessiveness, and […]

The NFL hasn’t said a word, but the message might be loud and clear. Dave Portnoy, the Barstool Sports founder once tossed from Super Bowl 53 and persona non grata at league events, just headlined the New England Patriots’ 2025 schedule release, per NBCSports. And the league’s response? Crickets. Basing your entire schedule reveal around […]

Before she steps onto the hardwood for the Chicago Sky, Hailey Van Lith already turned heads with a striking new chapter—her Sports Illustrated Swimsuit debut. The No. 11 overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft didn’t wait for Saturday’s season opener to captivate a national audience. Instead, she lit up Instagram with photos from her […]

Fans were devastated when Kyrie Irving tore his ACL in a regular-season game this year. Thankfully, on May 14, Irving uploaded a video tracking his road to recovery. In it, he tucked in an easter egg no one expected: a 29-second clip of a new rap song, per Instagram To date, “Ridiculous” from the Uncle […]

Larsa Pippen is finally coming clean about her whirlwind romance with NBA guard Malik Beasley, and she’s not sugarcoating her regrets. “That was a mistake,” Pippen said bluntly during a recent interview with Jason Lee, citing “COVID brain” as part of the reason she got involved with Beasley while he was still legally married, per […]

As the Celtics fight to stay alive and the Knicks aim to finish the job, Game 6 at Madison Square Garden is now more than just a basketball game. It’s become a battleground of belief, with Charles Barkley and Shaquille O’Neal drawing their lines in the sand, per AthlonSports. After Boston’s commanding Game 5 win, […]

Morris the alligator, the unforgettable creature who clashed with Adam Sandler in Happy Gilmore, has died at the age of 80. The longtime animal actor passed away at the Colorado Gator Farm, where he had lived since retiring from Hollywood nearly two decades ago, per NBCNews. Morris’ career began in 1975 after he was rescued […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars may have just delivered the thirstiest NFL schedule release in history. Forget dramatic narration or slick animations,  the Jags went full risqué, pairing their 2025 matchups with Sabrina Carpenter’s provocative “Juno” sex positions. Yes, seriously. On Wednesday, the team unleashed two videos. One video for all platforms, and another tailor-made for TikTok […]

Max is going back to its roots—again. Warner Bros. Discovery revealed this week that its flagship streaming platform will once more be called HBO Max, a branding pivot that reintroduces the powerhouse name that has come to define prestige TV, NBCNews reports. The announcement, made during WBD’s upfront presentation in New York, marks yet another […]

Pete Rose’s long exile from Major League Baseball may have ended after his death, but the reason behind Rob Manfred’s sudden reversal has sparked a deeper conversation—one that veers straight into politics. According to Ken Rosenthal, the shift wasn’t simply due to a touching plea from Rose’s family or a reevaluation of a decades-old punishment, […]

Dwyane Wade has never been one to sidestep a sensitive topic, and his latest comments about the NBA Draft Lottery are adding fuel to one of basketball’s most persistent debates, per Yahoo. When asked about this year’s results during a USA TODAY Sports interview, the Hall of Famer and Utah Jazz minority owner offered a […]

After a timely request, Tom Brady didn’t just get his hands on a few Jordans — he got the whole Jumpman playbook, per Complex. In the debut episode of Card Shopping by Complex, the seven-time Super Bowl champ shared how a casual request turned into one of the greatest sneaker deliveries of all time. After […]

As day two of Cassie Ventura’s testimony unfolds in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal sex trafficking trial, a resurfaced video is adding fresh layers to the scrutiny surrounding the embattled hip-hop mogul, per TMZ. TMZ has released footage from a 2018 Super Bowl party in Minnesota that captured Diddy alongside French Montana and DJ Khaled in […]