Day: September 2, 2026

Tennessee State’s Brenton Paul named OVC Rookie of the Week

Brandon King

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee State freshman running back Brenton Paul is already making his mark in Nashville. Paul was named the Ohio Valley Conference Football Rookie of the Week on Monday following an impressive collegiate debut against Jackson State in the John Merritt Classic at FirstBank Stadium.  The true freshman accounted for 55 all-purpose yards, rushing nine times for 38 yards while adding two receptions for 17 yards. He also scored his first collegiate touchdown on a nine-yard run late in the first quarter.  Paul’s impact went beyond the stat…

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Theo Pinson Says NBA Is “Setting Up” LeBron James for Another Finals Run: “They Need to Be Investigated”

Brandon King

The LeBron James debate just found another spark. Former NBA player Theo Pinson is questioning the NBA’s schedule after suggesting that the league may be putting the Philadelphia 76ers in position to make a deep playoff run with James. During a discussion on To The Baha, Pinson argued that the schedule given to Philadelphia looks suspiciously favorable and could help set up a potential Finals appearance for LeBron. Deron Williams took the conversation even further, saying the situation deserves to be investigated. The comments immediately reignited one of basketball’s oldest…

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“Utility”Air Jordan 3 OG Reportedly Set to Release January 16, 2027

Brandon King

Jordan Brand is giving one of its most iconic silhouettes a rugged makeover. The “Utility” Air Jordan 3 OG is currently expected to release on January 16, 2027, according to sneaker insider zSneakerHeadz. The upcoming model, which carries the style code IX0198-001, is expected to feature a Black/Fire Red color scheme and introduce utility-focused modifications to the classic Air Jordan 3 design. Early mockups show the familiar Air Jordan 3 construction receiving several functional updates, including a heel pull tab, a toggle-style lace system, and modified materials designed to make…

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Netflix Partners With ‘The Pivot’ in Multi-Year Deal, New Episodes Coming Sept. 8

Brandon King

Netflix is making another major move into sports and podcast programming. The streaming giant has announced a multi-year partnership with The Pivot, the award-winning sports and culture podcast hosted by former NFL stars Ryan Clark, Channing Crowder and Fred Taylor. Beginning Sept. 8, new video episodes of The Pivot will stream exclusively on Netflix every Tuesday and Friday. The show’s existing library will also be made available on Netflix while continuing to remain on YouTube. Since launching in 2022, The Pivot has grown into one of the most prominent athlete-led…

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Clippers Fire Back at NBA After Historic Kawhi Leonard Punishment: ‘We Vehemently Reject’ Findings

Brandon King

The Los Angeles Clippers are not going quietly after receiving one of the most severe punishments in NBA history. Following the NBA’s sweeping sanctions stemming from its investigation into salary-cap circumvention involving Kawhi Leonard, the Clippers announced Wednesday that they “vehemently reject” the league’s findings and penalties and intend to challenge the ruling. The organization accused the NBA’s investigation of being “heavily biased” and claimed the league’s private communication with the franchise differed from what was announced publicly. “For the past year, we cooperated fully and in good faith and…

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NBA Punishes Clippers With Historic Draft-Pick Penalty as Kawhi Leonard Breaks Silence

Brandon King

The NBA has handed down sweeping penalties against the Los Angeles Clippers following its investigation into alleged salary-cap circumvention involving Kawhi Leonard, resulting in one of the most significant punishments in league history. The Clippers have been ordered to forfeit five first-round draft picks, losing their selections in the 2029, 2030, 2031, 2032 and 2033 NBA Drafts. The league also suspended Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank and president of business operations Gillian Zucker for their respective roles in the matter. Kawhi Leonard Issues Statement Leonard,…

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NBA Drops Hammer on Clippers After Kawhi Leonard Salary-Cap Investigation

Brandon King

The Los Angeles Clippers have been hit with one of the harshest penalties in NBA history following the league’s investigation into alleged salary-cap circumvention involving Kawhi Leonard. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the NBA has ruled against the Clippers following a yearlong investigation into the team’s dealings surrounding Leonard. The punishment is massive. The Clippers are reportedly being stripped of five first-round draft picks, while team owner Steve Ballmer has been fined $30 million. Ballmer, Clippers president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank and president of business operations Gillian Zucker are…

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“5AM Flight”Nike Kobe X Protro Official Photos Revealed Ahead of October Release

Brandon King

The “5AM Flight” Nike Kobe X Protrois officially back in the spotlight. Nike has unveiled official imagery of the highly anticipated Kobe X Protro, bringing back one of the most recognizable colorways from Kobe Bryant’s signature sneaker line. Originally released in 2015, the “5AM Flight” returns with its signature Blue Lagoon engineered mesh upper, black Swoosh branding, red accents and translucent outsole. The colorway was inspired by Kobe’s famous early-morning training mentality and a 5 a.m. pool-dive video he shared during his recovery from Achilles surgery. For the Protro edition,…

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Skylar Diggins Calls Out Chicago Sky’s Practice Facility Situation Amid Injury-Plagued Season

Brandon King

Skylar Diggins believes one of the biggest frustrations of the Chicago Sky’s 2026 season had nothing to do with what happened on the court. It was where they were trying to prepare for it. Following the announcement that Diggins will miss the remainder of the 2026 WNBA season because of a knee injury, the veteran guard opened up about the Sky’s ongoing practice-facility situation and the lack of a consistent home base for the team. For Diggins, the issue goes beyond convenience. She believes the lack of expected resources may…

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BREAKING: CIAA Strikes New Media Rights Deal With Urban Edge Network

Brandon King

The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) is expanding its media footprint. The conference has announced a strategic media rights partnership with Urban Edge Network (UEN) and Van Wagner that will bring select CIAA football, basketball and championship events to UEN’s digital platforms. The partnership represents another major step in the CIAA’s effort to increase national exposure for its institutions, student-athletes and championship events while maintaining flexibility with other media partners. According to Sports Illustrated’s HBCU Legends, the initial agreement includes four regular-season football games, three regular-season basketball games and select…

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