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The best players are always called to play for Team USA. However, with only 12 spots in the team, it isn’t surprising that some of the best basketball players in the USA are left off. However, some of these omissions do raise some question marks. Here is a look at 10 NBA players who were […]

Simone Biles is a decorated gymnast, who represents USA internationally. Biles recently bagged three Olympic Gold medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Given Biles’ impact in the country and in the sport, have you ever wondered what kind of cars she drives? Well, wonder no more. Here is Simone Biles’ incredible $400K car collection, with […]

Winning a championship in any level of basketball is always a difficult feat to achieve. In fact, just winning at least one already contributes greatly to any NBA player’s basketball legacy. However, there have been a handful of players who belong in a small club where they’ve won in nearly all levels of basketball. Here […]

Traditionally, Team USA has been regarded as an international basketball powerhouse. With a deep pool of talent at their disposal, it isn’t surprising when they’re gold-medal contenders in FIBA play. In fact, they recently proved that after capturing gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics. But while Team USA has a decorated history, the program has […]

Simone Biles has a net worth of $25 million in 2024. Biles has been one of the most widely celebrated athletes of the past decade with record-breaking feats in the realm of gymnastics that have gone unparalleled throughout the history. And Biles’ career in gymnastics is not done yet. Despite having removed herself from Olympic […]

Has any WWE Superstar, especially an outside “celebrity” addition, seen their stock fall as fast and brutally as Gable Steveson? We went from appearing at WrestleMania, working alongside Kurt Angle, and having debates over whether or not Chad Gable should change his in-ring – and legal – name within the WWE Universe to a performer […]

Alica Schmidt, the German track and field athlete who has been widely celebrated as the “world’s sexiest athlete,” took to Instagram on November 5 with a surprising announcement—she got her “first and only tattoo,” SI reports. Wearing a playful expression and a green headband, the 25-year-old hinted at the big reveal by posting a Story […]

The recently released trailer for September 5 teases a gripping exploration of the 1972 Munich Olympics massacre, directed by Tim Fehlbaum. This intense historical thriller focuses on the terrorist attack against Israeli athletes, offering a fresh perspective through the lens of an American sports broadcasting crew, ScreenRant reports. As the film stars notable actors including […]

Following months of trash talk between the two athletes, it appears that Tyreek Hill and Noah Lyles are actually going to put words into action and settle their debate with a foot race. The two speedsters will reportedly race each other in an event being organized by actor and America’s Got Talent host Terry Crews. […]

Team USA is going to look much different in the 2028 Olympics. With Stephen Curry, LeBron James and Kevin Durant likely headed to retirement by then, there will be some new faces on that squad. Two players getting a lot of buzz to fill the roster are Zion Williamson and Ja Morant. Many analysts feel […]

Olympic Silver Medalist Anna Cockrell made a trip back to her hometown of Charlotte, North Carolina, to visit the Johnson C. Smith University track team. Cockrell took home a silver medal in the 400m race at the Paris Olympics this summer. Although she didn’t attend Johnson C. Smith, she has familial ties to the university, […]

It’s been nearly two months since the conclusion of the 2024 Paris Olympics, but the excitement surrounding Snoop Dogg and Martha Stewart’s reunion during the games continues to resonate. The former co-hosts of Martha & Snoop’s Potluck Dinner Party made headlines with their playful camaraderie while attending equestrian events, where Stewart helped Snoop confront his […]

With the Summer Olympic Games in Paris complete, the NBA will soon begin its 2024-25 season, so basketball fans won’t have to wait to see their favorite superstars back in action. Every four years, NBA players have been called to answer the call for their national team at the Olympic stage since professionals were allowed […]

While Team USA is always a FIBA powerhouse, few iterations of the squad were as exciting as 2024’s. LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Kevin Durant all took the world by storm at the Paris Olympics, bringing home the gold after an undefeated run. While James won’t don his country’s jersey again, he has faith in […]

Team USA women’s basketball coach Cheryl Reeve recently addressed the backlash she faced after Caitlin Clark was left off the 2024 Paris Olympic roster. Speaking on the “Good Game with Sarah Spain” podcast on Tuesday, Reeve clarified that she had little influence in the decision-making process for Team USA’s roster, a point that has been […]

Team USA brought home another gold medal at the Olympics this summer with Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James at the helm. It was James’ third gold medal after being a part of Team USA in 2008 and 2012. Following the Olympics, LeBron James went a got a new tattoo that was inspired by Team […]

Team USA brought home their fifth straight Olympics gold medal this summer with Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James at the helm. It was James’ third gold medal and it’s not a stretch to suggest that Team USA might have been in trouble had he not been on the roster. But prior to the actual […]

It’s possible that Simone Biles should have won four gold medals at the Paris Olympics and not three. According to Biles’ Netflix documentary “Simone Biles: Rising,” the judges did not receive the gymnast’s inquiry for the floor exercise. Since the score was never updated, it’s not certain how much exactly Biles’ score would have changed. […]

In a move that surprised many, it turns out Tom Cruise‘s adrenaline-fueled stunt at the 2024 Paris Olympics closing ceremony came with an unexpected price tag: absolutely nothing, Deadline reports. That’s right, the “Mission: Impossible” star, renowned for his death-defying stunts, performed his breathtaking feat for the sheer thrill of it, not for a hefty […]

The 1992 Olympics Dream Team is widely considered the most dominant men’s basketball team ever put together. With multiple Hall of Famers including Michael Jordan, Larry Bird and Magic Johnson, it’s hard to argue against that. But the 2024 iteration of Team USA has also drawn takes of being a dominant Olympics men’s basketball team. […]

Valentina Petrillo, the first openly transgender Paralympian, has hit back at critics of her participation in the 2024 Paralympics in Paris, including outspoken author J.K. Rowling. Competing in the T12 200-meter and 400-meter races for visually impaired athletes, Petrillo, who was born male and competed as Fabrizio Petrillo until age 45, reached the semi-finals in […]

Snoop Dogg has taken his flair for entertainment to new heights with a groundbreaking idea: the “Hood Olympics.” Speaking to Entertainment Tonight at the premiere of his film 1992, Snoop shared his vision for a unique competition celebrating athleticism from underserved communities. According to the rap icon, the Hood Olympics would spotlight talented individuals from […]

Tragedy struck on Thursday when 2024 Paris Olympics marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei died at a Kenyan hospital from severe burns after being attacked by her partner. The Ugandan was just 33 years old. While Cheptegei finished 44th in her event this summer, the city of Paris is looking to honor her with a sports venue, […]

The United States made great strides in several sports at the Paris Olympics, tying China with 40 gold medals and blowing everyone away for the lead in total medals with 126. But it stunningly regressed in a place that it historically thrives in– the pool. While there are still a number of American standouts in […]

Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry is still glowing from winning a gold medal at the 2024 Olympics. He joined The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, where it was mentioned that French broadcasters referred to Curry as the devil during Team USA’s gold medal game against France. In a clip, Curry responded to the nickname […]

Ugandan marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei has tragically passed away at age 33, just days after being attacked by a former boyfriend who doused her in petrol and set her on fire. Cheptegei, who competed in the recent Paris Olympics, succumbed to severe burns sustained in the attack, which took place on Sunday. Dr. Kimani Mbugua, […]

Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry had an unforgettable summer with Team USA at the 2024 Summer Olympics. Capturing the first gold medal of his prestigious basketball career, Curry will enter the Warriors’ upcoming 2024-25 season with a little extra pep in his step. During a recent appearance on the Today Show, he shared his […]

The New York Giants are preparing for the start of what should be an exciting 2024 season. The Giants have some intriguing young talent and contributors ready to make progress toward the team’s quest to improve upon their 2023 showing. Moreover, the team is fostering its connection with longtime fans and other athletes. Olympic track […]

Disaster struck after what was supposed to be a celebration at the Washington Nationals game on Aug. 28. Midfielder Croix Bethune, a member of the gold medal-winning United States Women’s National team at the 2024 Paris Olympics and the Washington Spirit, will miss significant time after reportedly injuring herself while throwing out a celebratory first […]

NEW YORK — The only thing Stephen Curry cared about this summer was going to France and returning with a gold medal. After forming an “Avengers” superteam with the likes of LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and other All-NBA talents, USA Basketball was once again the favorite to claim gold at the Olympics. Although the Americans […]

Rachael Gunn, the Olympic breakdancer who became a viral sensation for her unconventional routine at the Paris Games, has publicly apologized for the controversy her performance stirred, per CNN. In a candid interview on Australian current affairs show “The Project,” Gunn expressed regret over the backlash faced by the breakdancing community due to her appearance. […]

Rebecca Cheptegei, a renowned distance runner, suffered devastating injuries after a horrific incident at her home in Trans Nzoia County, western Kenya, Complex reports. On Sunday, September 1, Cheptegei, 33, endured severe burns to 75 percent of her body. The attack allegedly involved her boyfriend, Dickson Ndiema, who reportedly set her on fire following a […]

Last month, LeBron James and Team USA won the gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics with a win over France in the final round of the tournament. It wasn’t as easy of a road as many predicted it would be for Team USA, who had to survive several close calls, but ultimately, America was […]

The Olympics are a time when all the best basketball players come together for their country with the goal of winning a gold medal, but sometimes other things come out of it. While building friendships with the players, there could also be some recruiting for players looking to join their respective teams in the NBA. […]

Team USA gymnast Simone Biles is proving she’s as versatile an athlete as it gets. Biles threw out the first pitch at a Houston Astros game, then struck a pose for the cameras. Her pose is getting a perfect score from her Team USA coach, per Athlon Sports. Team USA coach Cecile Landi absolutely loved […]

Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles will be making her return to the baseball diamond on Friday night. The Houston Astros are honoring the Olympians from Space City and the gymnast will throw out the first pitch for the third time. .@Simone_Biles is taking the mound tomorrow at @MinuteMaidPark as she throws out the Ceremonial First […]

Hapoel Tel Aviv officially announced the signing of former first-round NBA draft pick Bruno Caboclo to a two-year contract. This move follows Caboclo’s recent success on the international basketball scene, where he played in the NBA and various leagues around the world. The contract spans two seasons, with reports indicating that the second year might […]

Reflecting on his experience with Team USA during the 2024 Paris Olympics, Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum opened up about his limited role and the frustration that came with it. Despite being one of the NBA’s elite players, Tatum found himself in a supporting role on the team and was benched in two critical games […]

While it was not easy by any means, Team USA was able to claim their fifth straight gold medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France. Led by Stephen Curry, LeBron James, and Kevin Durant, the Americans once again proved to everyone that they are still on top of the basketball world, yet winning […]