Florida Gators basketball player Keyontae Johnson is being released from the hospital after collapsing during a game. His family released a statement to break the news of his release, saying they are looking “forward to spending Christmas together as a family.” On December 12, Johnson collapsed while going back to …
Read More »Houston Head Coach Kelvin Sampson Reveals His Entire Roster Has Had COVID-19
Kelvin Sampson, Head Coach of the Houston Cougars, revealed on Thursday that every player on his team has had COVID-19 since the summer, and some coaches and staff have had it as well. According to Sports Illustrated, Sampson confirmed that “All 15 players” have come down with the virus at …
Read More »NY Knicks Owner James Dolan Accused of Arranging Alleged Attack On Charles Oakley
The Athletic’s Daniel Kaplan reported that Charles Oakley has accused New York Knicks owner James Dolan of orchestrating an alleged attack by the Madison Square Garden security in new court papers filed in a three-year-old civil case. The latest filings stem from a long-simmering controversy between the two sides that overflowed …
Read More »MLB To Elevate Negro Leagues As Major Leagues
To “highlight the contributions of the pioneers who played from 1920-1948”, Major League Baseball Commissioner has announced that the Negro League will be “Major League” status, Sports Illustrated says. “All of us who love baseball have long known that the Negro Leagues produced many of our game’s best players, innovations, …
Read More »Former Ravens Fullback Lorenzo Taliaferro Dies At 28
Lorenzo Taliaferro died just a week short of his 29th birthday. A family member told Fox45 the former Baltimore Ravens fullback died of a heart attack. The York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office announced the tragic loss on Twitter. Deputies were dispatched to Taliaferros apartment in Williamsburg, Va, in response to a 9/11 …
Read More »Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks Agree To 5 Year, $228 Million Supermax Extension
Giannis Antetokounmpo will remain on the Milwaukee Bucks for the foreseeable future after agreeing to a supermax extension. Antetokounmpo’s agent, Alex Saratsis, told ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski that the NBA star would sign a five-year extension worth $228 million. The contract includes an opt-out after the fourth season. “This is my …
Read More »Steph Curry’s Rookie Card Sells For Over $600k At Auction
Steph Curry’s autographed rookie card was sold at Goldin Auctions for $616,000, making it the most expensive Curry memorabilia. The card is extremely rare – there are only 25. Beckett Grading Services gave the card a 9.5 for its near perfect condition.
Read More »Youth Football Coach Banned From American Youth Football League After Striking Player
According to reports, a Georgia youth football coach has been banned for life from the American Youth Football League after he struck a player in the helmet twice during a game. Many are outraged about the video that has since gone viral this week. On Wednesday, LeBron James took to …
Read More »Kyrie Irving Responds To $25K Fine For Not Speaking To Media
Kyrie Irving posted a statement today in response to a $25,000 fine from the NBA for failing to meet his preseason media obligations quota. The Brooklyn Nets Point guard posted a statement in a slide on his Instagram Story along with a quote from legendary activist Malcolm X. “I’ve had …
Read More »TIME Magazine Names LeBron James Athlete of The Year
TIME magazine has named the Los Angeles Lakers star, LeBron James, Athlete of the Year, to recognize what the star has achieved both on and off the court. In October, LeBron led the Lakers to a record-equalling 17th championship title, with the majority of the campaign being held in an …
Read More »James Harden No Shows Rockets Practice: ‘No Timetable’ For When He Will Join The Team
Houston Rockets coach Stephen Silas said on Monday there is no timetable as to when James Harden may join his Houston Rockets teammates at training camp. Harden missed the team’s first scheduled workout on Sunday, which Silas attributed to COVID-19 protocols. However, Harden was seen hitting up Lil Baby’s birthday …
Read More »NBA Players Banned From Going to Bars, Clubs in New COVID-19 Guidelines
The National Basketball Association (NBA) has issued updated coronavirus health and safety guidelines for its teams ahead of the new season later this month, including possible disciplinary actions for players going to bars or attending large gatherings. According to the 158-page Health and Safety Memo obtained by ESPN, The NBA …
Read More »Holyfield and Tyson Coming Close To An Agreement For a Third Fight
Hopefully, there won’t be any ear-biting this go around, but it looks like Evander Holyfield, 58, and Mike Tyson, 54, are coming close to an agreement for a third fight. According to TMZ Sports, Evander said, “I’m a very confident person.” He added, “I think it’s gonna happen.” After Mike …
Read More »48 NBA Players Have Tested Positive for Covid At Start of 2020-21 Season
As of yesterday, 48 NBA players have tested positive for the coronavirus since testing resumed last week. According to the league and National Basketball Players Association, 546 players were tested between Nov. 24-30 during the initial phase of testing after returning to team markets. That means about 9% of the …
Read More »Anthony Davis Signs Five-Year, $190 Million Deal With Los Angeles Lakers
Superstar athlete Anthony Davis has agreed to a five-year, $190 million contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. The contract sees Davis with the Lakers until 2023, giving him the option to terminate the contract after his fourth year. Davis joined the team last offseason, leading the team to win their first …
Read More »LeBron James And The L.A. Lakers Agree to 2-Year, $85 Million Max Contract Extension
LeBron James has agreed to a two-year, $85 million extension with the Los Angeles Lakers. His agent Rich Paul told Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium. According to The Bleacher Report, James is currently under contract for this season at $39.2 million. The basketball superstar had a player option …
Read More »Forbes 30 Under 30 Announces Class Of 2021; Ben Simmons, Roddy Rich, Doja Cat, Polo G and More
Forbes has officially announced the class of 2021 for their 10th Annual Forbes 30 Under 30 list. The list includes 600 members, including entertainers, activists, entrepreneurs, and scientists. “Some are defying the odds and building businesses despite Covid-19; others are helping to fight the illness, serving on hospital frontlines or …
Read More »British Race Car Driver Lewis Hamilton Test Positive For Covid-19
Even Lewis Hamilton couldn’t outrace the coronavirus. On Monday, the Formula 1 superstar announced that he tested positive for Covid after experiencing mild symptoms — and he has already begun his 10-day isolation. Hamilton said, “Even though I returned 3 negative results this past week, I woke up yesterday morning …
Read More »Vanderbilt’s Sarah Fuller Makes History As First Woman To Play In A Power Five Game
Vanderbilt’s Sarah Fuller is the first woman in college football history to play in a Power Five game when she kicked off to start the second half. In their 41-0 loss to Missouri, the senior goalkeeper on the soccer team kicked off using a holder instead of a tee and …
Read More »Detroit Lions Fire Head Coach Matt Patricia And GM Bob Quinn
On Saturday, the Detroit Lions announced the firing of head coach Matt Patricia and General Manager Bob Quinn. According to ESPN, Patricia’s record with the team was 13-29-1 since taking over as head coach in 2018. The team spent two straight seasons at under .500 and are in the middle of …
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