Day: August 21, 2026

USA Basketball Announces 12-Man Team for August 2026 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers

Brandon King

USA Basketball is gearing up for another important step toward the 2027 FIBA Men’s World Cup, officially announcing its 12-man roster for the August 2026 World Cup Qualifying Window 4. The Americans will play two games during the window, traveling to Chile on August 27 before returning home to face Colombia on August 31. The roster features a mix of NBA, NBA G League and international experience, with eight of the 12 players having previous USA Basketball experience. 🇺🇸 The 12-Man USA Basketball Roster The August qualifying team includes: Four…

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FIRST LOOK: Caitlin Clark Teases Another Nike Caitlin 1 Colorway

Brandon King

Caitlin Clark has given sneaker fans another look at what’s coming next for her Nike signature line. The Indiana Fever star recently shared a first look at another Nike Caitlin 1 colorway, and this latest pair delivers a vibrant mix of mint green, blue and gold. The sneaker features a mint green upper across the toe box that gradually transitions into a racer blue hue toward the heel. The color blocking continues across the textured upper, while a multi-layered Swoosh brings metallic, mint and gold detailing to the lateral side.…

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Rod Broadway Named to 2027 MEAC Hall of Fame Class

Brandon King

Former North Carolina A&T football head coach Rod Broadway is officially headed to the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Hall of Fame. The MEAC announced that Broadway will be part of its 2027 Hall of Fame class, giving one of the most accomplished coaches in North Carolina A&T history another well-deserved honor. Broadway became a major figure in HBCU football during his time on the sidelines in Greensboro, building the Aggies into one of the MEAC’s premier programs. During his tenure at North Carolina A&T, Broadway helped establish a championship culture that…

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Los Angeles Sparks Ownership Wants Bench Players to See More Minutes Over Final Stretch, Lynne Roberts Says

Brandon King

Los Angeles Sparks Looking Toward the Future The Los Angeles Sparks appear to be shifting their focus toward player evaluation over the final stretch of the 2026 WNBA season. According to reporter John W. Davis, Sparks head coach Lynne Roberts said following Thursday morning’s shootaround that while the team is expected to be relatively healthy, ownership has requested that bench players receive increased playing time for the remainder of the season. The decision comes as Los Angeles enters Thursday night’s matchup against the Atlanta Dream with a 12-24 record, coming…

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DeMar DeRozan Intends to Sign With Denver Nuggets

Brandon King

Free-agent star DeMar DeRozan intends to sign with the Denver Nuggets, league sources told NBA insider Chris Haynes on Friday. The move was later reported as a one-year, $3.9 million deal, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania and others. DeRozan, 37, joins Denver after spending the previous two seasons with the Sacramento Kings. He was waived by Sacramento in July after averaging 18.4 points, 4.1 assists and 2.9 rebounds per game across 77 appearances during the 2025-26 season. The veteran scorer gives Denver another proven offensive weapon alongside Nikola Jokić, Jamal…

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2026 Air Jordan 11 “Space Jam” Gets Official Look Ahead of December Release

Brandon King

Jordan Brand is bringing back one of the most iconic Air Jordan XI colorways ever with the return of the “Space Jam” Air Jordan XI in 2026. The upcoming retro has received an official look, revealing several details that should make this year’s release particularly appealing to longtime Air Jordan XI fans. The 2026 “Space Jam” features a black ballistic mesh upper paired with a higher-cut black patent leather rand, bringing the construction closer to the original aesthetic associated with the beloved colorway. Adding another notable touch, Varsity Royal accents…

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Nike Book 2 “Iron Fist” Pays Tribute to Joe Louis and Detroit Legacy

Brandon King

Devin Booker continues to celebrate his Michigan roots with the upcoming Nike Book 2 “Iron Fist,” a colorway inspired by one of Detroit’s most recognizable landmarks—the Joe Louis Memorial, better known as “The Fist.” Located in downtown Detroit, the massive bronze sculpture commemorates heavyweight boxing icon Joe Louis, whose impact extends far beyond the sport. The monument has become a symbol of strength, resilience, and the city’s fighting spirit, making it a fitting source of inspiration for Booker’s latest signature sneaker. The Nike Book 2 “Iron Fist” features a bold…

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Natalie Nakase Calls for Love Amid “Save Women’s Sports” Protest

Brandon King

Golden State Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase is speaking out after a “Save Women’s Sports” demonstration took place outside Chase Center ahead of Wednesday’s WNBA matchup against the Minnesota Lynx. Nakase was asked about the protest and the ongoing debate surrounding transgender participation in women’s sports. Rather than engaging directly with the protesters’ position, Nakase focused her comments on what she described as an increasingly hateful environment surrounding the issue. “In the world and just in sports right now, there’s too much hate that’s going on. Too much hate speech.…

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Arctos Agrees to Buy 10% Stake in Atlanta Falcons at $10.6 Billion Valuation

Brandon King

The Atlanta Falcons are poised to welcome a new minority investor. According to CNBC, Dallas-based private equity firm Arctos has agreed to acquire a 10% ownership stake in the Falcons in a transaction that values the franchise at an enterprise value of $10.6 billion. The deal remains subject to approval by NFL owners, who are expected to vote on it during league meetings in October. If approved, the Falcons would become the fourth NFL franchise in Arctos’ growing investment portfolio. The firm already owns minority stakes in the Los Angeles…

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Michael Penix Jr.’s Brother Mekhi Penix Transfers to Mississippi Valley State

Brandon King

Via: Mekhi Penix (@m.penix13/Instagram) Mississippi Valley State has added a recognizable name to its football program, landing wide receiver Mekhi Penix, the younger brother of Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. The 6-foot-4, 220-pound receiver announced his commitment to the Delta Devils on social media after spending the 2025 season at Independence Community College. He appeared in 8 games for Independence Community College in 2025. He recorded 17 receptions for 234 yards and 2 touchdowns in those eight appearances. Mekhi now heads to Itta Bena looking to continue his collegiate…

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