Day: June 26, 2026

Aaron Nkrumah Lands NBA Opportunity, Signs Exhibit 10 Deal with Denver Nuggets

Brandon King

The NBA dream remains alive for Aaron Nkrumah, one of the most decorated players in Tennessee State basketball history. The former Tennessee State star signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Denver Nuggets, earning an opportunity to compete for a roster spot during training camp after going undrafted in the 2026 NBA Draft. An Exhibit 10 contract is a one-year, non-guaranteed NBA deal that allows a player to compete in training camp. It can be converted into a two-way contract if the player impresses, making it an important pathway for…

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Former Tennessee State Basketball Coach Ron Abernathy Dies at 75, Leaving Lasting Legacy Across HBCU Basketball

Brandon King

The Tennessee State basketball family is mourning the loss of former men’s basketball head coach Ron Abernathy, who has passed away at the age of 75. Abernathy, whose coaching career spanned more than five decades, led the Tennessee State Tigers men’s basketball from 1991 to 1995 before continuing his successful coaching journey at Lane College, where he became the winningest coach in the program’s history. Most recently, he served as the head coach at Humboldt High School, retiring earlier this year after 12 seasons.   Before his time at Tennessee…

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First Look: Nike Air Foamposite Pro PRM “Glow-in-the-Dark” Expected July 24

Brandon King

The Foamposite wave keeps rolling in 2026, and Nike is turning the lights out for its next statement release. Early looks at the Nike Air Foamposite Pro PRM “Glow-in-the-Dark” reveal a clean, futuristic take on one of the most aggressive silhouettes in basketball footwear history. The pair arrives in a crisp Summit White-based Foam shell during the day, but the real story unfolds after dark—when the entire upper activates into a glowing finish that gives the sneaker its head-turning identity. It’s a simple concept with maximum impact: understated in daylight,…

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Marina Mabrey Erupts for 53 Points, Ties WNBA Single-Game Scoring Record in Historic Performance

Brandon King

Image via WBTW Marina Mabrey etched her name into WNBA history Thursday night. The Toronto Tempo guard delivered one of the most prolific offensive performances the league has ever witnessed, pouring in 53 points to tie the WNBA’s all-time single-game scoring record during the Tempo’s dominant 125-97 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks. From the opening tip, Mabrey was virtually unstoppable. She knocked down shots from every level of the floor, slicing through defenders off the dribble, converting from beyond the arc, and relentlessly attacking the basket. By the final…

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FIRST LOOK: “Burnt Red”Mowalola x Air Jordan 14 Turns Up the Heat for Fall 2026

Brandon King

Jordan Brand is continuing its push into high-fashion territory, linking with Nigerian-British designer Mowalola Ogunlesi for a bold reinterpretation of the Air Jordan 14. The upcoming Mowalola x Air Jordan 14 “Burnt Red” is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about collaborations of Fall 2026, blending the silhouette’s Ferrari-inspired heritage with Mowalola’s raw, avant-garde design language. A Luxe, Distressed Take on the AJ14 Early looks show a premium build anchored in a Black/Burnt Red/Metallic Gold palette. The upper leans heavily into textured suede and treated finishes, giving the…

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