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As Jayson Tatum gears up to return to the lineup for the Celtics, there’s been a growing chorus of NBA prognosticators who believe that he has to defer to Jaylen Brown for the team to be successful. Although the Celtics lost to the Hornets last night, they’re still second in the Eastern Conference. They’re 41-21 […]

Randy Moss is one of the greatest wide receivers of all time, but he was also a standout basketball player. He played basketball at DuPont High School in Belle, West Virginia, ironically teaming up with former NBA standout Jason Williams. The best athletes often excel in multiple sports, with their athleticism and certain skills translating […]

Even after Stephen A. Smith’s monologue on First Take, the New Orleans Pelicans social media team is undeterred. Smith fired back at the Pelicans after they posted a video of Stephen A. Smith’s athletic lowlights following his comments about Zion Williamson. Smith rehashed rumors that Williamson was a “food addict” and had weight issues in […]

Stephen A. Smith is never one to back down from a confrontation, and he recently picked a fight with the New Orleans Pelicans. After a segment where he was critical of Zion Williamson’s weight, the Pelicans social media team fired back, reposting a video showing Stephen A. Smith missing jump shots that he was attempting on […]

Golden State Warriors forward and podcaster Draymond Green weighed in on the conversation about Steph Curry being shut down for the rest of the season so the Warriors can tank. Curry suffered a right knee injury on January 30 in a matchup against the red-hot Detroit Pistons; that didn’t appear to be serious, and the […]

Celtics star Jayson Tatum’s injury recovery has been nothing short of a medical marvel. Tatum tore his Achilles tendon during the Celtics’ second-round matchup against the New York Knicks in the 2025 playoffs. The injury normally sees players miss an entire season in recovery, but Tatum has been determined. Videos have surfaced of the six-time All-Star […]

The trend of former professional athletes becoming HBCU coaches could hit the basketball world, as Lamar Odom’s name has been circulating as a possible coaching candidate. The two-time NBA champion made an appearance at the CIAA tournament weekend. While it’s typical for celebrities to partake in the festivities, the tournament is one of the more […]

The Lakers were able to pull off a thrilling victory over the Pelicans as they set their eyes on the Nuggets on Thursday to put together a three-game win streak. Following the game, Doncic got a question that he’s answered many times before. Ever since the All-Star break, there have been conversations about if the Lakers’ […]

After only one season at Tennessee State, Nolan Smith has turned the Tigers into contenders. Tennessee State finished the season 21-9 overall and 15-5 in conference. They ended the regular season on a four-game win streak and sit atop the OVC as the number one seed in the upcoming OVC tournament. The Tigers’ success has […]

Kansas star Darryn Peterson is considered the best prospect in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft and is nearly a consensus top draft pick. However, there have been growing concerns about his availability on the court. Peterson has missed 11 games for the Jayhawks thus far this season for varying reasons, including cramping, flu-like symptoms, and […]

As playoff season is near, the Timberwolves have signed Kyle Anderson back to the team. Anderson is no stranger to Minnesota fans, as he played with the Timberwolves from 2022 to 2024. After stints with the Warriors, Heat, Jazz, and Grizzlies, he now returns to the Timberwolves after being waived by Memphis. Starting center for […]

The Seattle Seahawks emerged victorious in Super Bowl LX, but they could have fortified their chances with a former Super Bowl MVP. On The Rich Eisen Show, Von Miller said he almost signed with the Seahawks last offseason. “I had two contract offers by the end of free agency, by the end of the offseason […]

Although Black History Month has passed, the relevance of HBCUs is ever-present. In the past six years, we’ve seen a rise in the spotlight on HBCUs, with several notable alumni ascending to high heights in various fields. We’ve seen NFL players, such as Michael Vick, DeSean Jackson, and Deion Sanders, take on the challenge of […]

Although Trae Young has yet to play a game for the Wizards, he was ejected during last night’s 123-118 loss to the Rockets. Late in the third quarter of the game, Jamir Watkins and Tari Eason got into a brief confrontation hat casued play to stop. While Young didn’t involve himself in the fray, he […]

Dr. Taylor Williams, a former Miss Albany State University and Lee County Primary School assistant principal, has passed away at the age of 32. Per a report by WALB, she passed away on Saturday, February 28, and the cause of her passing is unknown. Williams was an alumna of Albany State University and served as […]

Although the Heat are still in contention for a playoff or play-in birth, Dan Le Batard is ready for a conversation surrounding Erik Spoelstra. Spoelstra is currently the longest tenured coach in the NBA, having coached the Miami Heat since the 2008-2009 season. His tenure has come with immense success: two championships with the Big […]

An HBCU alumnus was tragically killed in a traffic accident in the line of duty as a police officer. On Sunday, 30-year-old Stephen J. Perry was struck by a wrong-way driver as he was on duty. With heavy hearts, North Carolina Central University remembers former football student-athlete Steven Perry. Sending strength, comfort, and our sincere […]

The Denver Nuggets are on a two-game losing streak after losses to the Thunder and Timberwolves, but Jamal Murray is undeterred. The team has been beset by injuries to several key players, including Nikola Jokic, who had been sidelined for 16 games with a hyperextended left knee before returning. Still, the Nuggets found a way […]

Despite putting up big numbers this year, Luka Doncic has been the recipient of massive criticism this season. From discussions about his complaining about fouls to a heliocentric game that people deem “unwatchable”, Doncic has had to navigate a litany of discussions as the Lakers look to steady themselves on the final stretch of the […]

Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs have been riding high this season. They are firmly entrenched in the Western Conference Playoffs race, sitting at the second seed in the conference, and are within shouting distance of the Oklahoma City Thunder for the top seed. But the Knicks were able to figure out how to cool down […]

Colorado backup quarterback and former HBCU recruit Dominiq Ponder has passed away at the age of 23, per a report by ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg. The statement posted by Rittenberg indicates that Ponder was in a single-vehicle accident at 3 AM. From the Colorado State Patrol, on the single-vehicle crash early Sunday that claimed the life […]

Savannah State pulled off a historic victory in dominating fashion, beating top-ranked Tampa 7-0. Entering the game, Tampa had an 11-0 record and boasted the 2025 NCAA Division II national championship title. But Savannah State was undeterred; entering with a 8-5 record, they took down the reigning national champion and made a statement that is […]

Duke men’s basketball team scored a huge wire-to-wire victory over Virginia on Saturday that demonstrated they’re one of the top teams in the nation. The 77-51 victory over the Cavaliers, who were ranked number 11 in the nation, showed the dominance of Duke, which features several future NBA draftees. Duke basketball scored a huge wire-to-wire […]

Quinn Gray and Florida A&M made a huge addition to the football coaching staff, adding a former Miami Dolphins veteran. The Rattlers have hired Sam Madison Jr. as the new cornerbacks coach for the team. Madison brings significant professional football experience to Florida A&M, as he played in the NFL for 12 seasons with the […]

Florida A&M men’s basketball coach and former Heisman winner Charlie Ward has been invited to the White House by Donald Trump. The invite comes as Trump looks to bring together a roundtable to discuss the issues and solutions occurring in college athletics. Per a report by Yahoo Sports, Ward is one of over 30 invites […]

A Mississippi house bill that would have allocated $40 million dollars for a new Jackson State football stadium has stalled in committee. Per a report by WLBT3 in Jackson, House Bill 117 was introduced by Mississippi Representative Robert Johnson during the most recent legislative session. The 40 million dollars, allocated from the State Institutions of […]

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford recently returned from injury in the team’s 124-105 loss against the Memphis Grizzlies. Gafford has been dealing with persistent ankle injuries throughout the season, missing several games. In his return to the lineup for the Mavericks, he played 20 minutes, scoring 14 points and nabbing five rebounds. The performance showcased […]

Grambling State head football coach Mickey Joseph is staying with the institution until 2028. Joseph and Grambling have agreed to a two-year contract extension through the 2027 season that also features an option for the 2028 and 2029 seasons. The new extension could keep Joseph with the Tigers through the end of the decade. Grambling […]

The HBCU Legacy Bowl certainly showed its purpose this year as several HBCU prospects are getting NFL looks. Tennessee State defensive lineman James Stewart spoke with four teams at the Legacy Bowl, per a report by Easton Butler. Stewart met with the Lions, the Titans, the Ravens, and the Jets. Stewart is a talented defensive […]

Kevin O’Connell and the Minnesota Vikings are adding a former HBCU coach to their staff. Former Florida A&M special teams coordinator Chili Davis has been added to the Vikings’ staff as assistant special teams coach. He will work directly with Matt Daniels, who serves as special teams coordinator. Davis coached at Florida A&M in 2022 under […]

After a standout season last year, Brent Key and Georgia Tech are adding a former HBCU coach to their staff. T.J. Dumas, who worked with Willie Simmons at Florida A&M, is being hired as Georgia Tech’s assistant director of player personnel, per a report by John Brice of Football Scoop. T.J. Dumas is a former Florida […]

After a significant shake-up in his defensive coaching staff, a former HBCU player is getting a huge promotion from Deion Sanders at Colorado. Former Prairie View A&M Panther Dante Carter has been promoted to defensive line coach, as he replaces Domata Peko. Carter served as a graduate assistant under Domanta Peko in the fall; the […]

An HBCU student-athlete is dead following a domestic violence incident on the campus of the University of Missouri. Per a report by ABC 17 News, Denita Jackson has been charged with second-degree murder and armed criminal action following the stabbing of her boyfriend, Kevaughn Goldson. Both Goldson and Jackson were part of the track and […]

This episode of The Coach Vick Experience is likely going to be one of the best, as it was a “made-for-TV” drama with everything going on; from the lead-up to the Hampton vs. Norfolk State game, which ignited a friendly rivalry between Kijafa Vick and Michael, to Kevon King getting into trouble on the team […]

A huge HBCU baseball classic is set to be played in Chicago in May. The Chicago HBCU Baseball Classic, featuring Alabama A&M and Prairie View A&M, is set to take place at Wrigley Field on Saturday, May 2. The game will occur after the Chicago Cubs’ early afternoon matchup versus the Arizona Diamondbacks. The game […]

NBA great and basketball analyst Dwyane Wade recently penned a piece for The Athletic highlighting the three best leaders he’s played with in his career. The piece stays true to his Heat roots, as he highlighted Pat Riley, Shaquille O’Neal, and Udonis Haslem. But missing from the list was LeBron James, who is often regarded […]

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is one of the most electric stars in the league, but he’s drawing negative reactions from several NBA prognosticators. Oftentimes during the game, Luka is seen arguing and pantomiming to referees when he feels that he hasn’t gotten a foul called or when he feels a defensive player has […]

Atlanta Hawks star Jalen Johnson has drawn immense praise for his game this season. Johnson was named an All-Star for the first time in his career and has picked up a lot of fanfare around the league. His above-the-rim play, penchant for triple-doubles, and all-around skill have often drawn comparisons to Bulls legend Scottie Pippen. […]

The Atlanta Falcons have given a significant promotion to an HBCU alumnus. Atlanta Falcons Vice President of Marketing Shannon Joyner is being promoted to Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer, per a statement by the Atlanta Falcons. He is one of four Atlanta Falcons staff members receiving a promotion, alongside Deputy General Counsel Nick Brown, Vice […]