Author: Brandon King

PE Corner: Rob Dillingham’s Nike GT Cut 3 Turbo

Brandon King

This iteration of the popular Nike GT Cut 3 Turbo was made for Minnesota Timberwolves rookie Rob Dillingham.  They sport a lightweight mesh and synthetic fireberry upper adorned on the sides with metallic gold Swooshes. The tongue features branding inspired by Dillingham’s “Rob With Da Shifts” alter nickname.  Underneath resides a ZoomX midsole that delivers light and responsive cushioning as well as a pink rubber outsole.  The Rob Dillingham x Nike GT Cut Turbo 3 is currently available at nike.com; it will carry a 210 USD sticker price.  Rob Dillingham…

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Nolan Smith named Tennessee State head coach men’s basketball coach

Brandon King

Friday Tennessee State announced that the school named Nolan Smith its new men’s head basketball coach.  “Nolan Smith is a championship-caliber leader with elite playing experience, high basketball IQ, and a proven track record of developing NBA talent,” said TSU Director of Athletics Dr. Mikki Allen.  “He brings top-tier recruiting connections, a player-first approach, and a deeply authentic bond with today’s student-athletes. Shaped by some of the game’s best, Nolan will lead our program with integrity and impact on the court and in the community. Our future is in great…

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Tennessee State Places Six on Conference Watch Lists Ahead of 2025 Season

Brandon King

The OVC-Big South Football Association released its preseason watch lists for offense and defense. Amongst the student athletes to make the cut were six Tigers. Tight end Jason Hoath, who has been key in blocking and has shown ability in the passing game was named to the Association’s offensive players to watch list.  Joining him is offensive lineman Anthony Smith. He brings championship experience to a largely new offensive line whose performance will have a sizable impact on the direction of the Tigers’ season.  Junior wide receiver Delanie “Juice” Majors…

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Damian Lillard agrees to contract with Trail Blazers

Brandon King

DameTine is coming home.  According to Shams Charania, the man who was the face of the Trail Blazers for nearly a decade has agreed on a 3-year, $42 million deal with Portland.  Lillard spent the last two seasons with the Milwaukee Bucks, following a blockbuster trade that sent Lillard to the Bucks, Jrue Holiday, Deandre Ayton, Toumani Camera a 2029 first round pick and pick swap rights in 2029 and 2030 to the Trail Blazers, while Jusuf Nurkic, Grayson Allen, Nassir Little and Keon Johnson were sent to the Suns. …

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Shannon Harris on the way to Tennessee State? 

Brandon King

According to James Larson of Pro Football Newsroom, D.C. Defenders head coach Shannon Harris is now listed as the Offensive Coordinator/QB Coach at Tennessee State University.  A trip to the football coaches page on the Tennessee State athletics website does reveal that Harris is indeed listed as the Tigers’ Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks Coach. However, Larson adds that there has been nothing official has been indicated from either party.  Joining Coach Reggie Barlow at Tennessee State would be a return to familiar territory. Harris played quarterback for the Tigers from…

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Stupid Things People Do For Sneakers: Teen sneaker robbers arrested

Brandon King

Last Wednesday, police in San Jose, CA announced that two suspects who allegedly perpetrated a sneaker robbery of a minor have been arrested.  Law enforcement said the robbery took place on the afternoon of May 21 in the 400 block of Saratoga Avenue. The young victim made arrangements to sell a pair of Louis Vuitton Skaet sneakers, which retail for $5,600, and a pair of Gucci Rhyton GG sneakers, which carry a $1,190 sticker price. At the meet-up, one of the suspects brandished a handgun and the boy was relieved…

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An initial look at the “Pine Green” Nike Air Foamposite Pro

Brandon King

The “Pine Green” Air Foamposite Pro, which debuted in 2011, is being primed for a 2025 return.  Initial images of the 2025 iteration have come to light and what is presented is a Foam Pro with a pine green Foamposite upper paired with black at the eye row, inner, collar and tongue. A large, jewelled black Swoosh can be seen on the lateral side, with embroidered version of the iconic logo at the lateral eye row and rear heel. Black also takes care of the two pull tabs with “FOAMPOSITE”…

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An intial look at the “Carbon Fiber” Air Foamposite One

Brandon King

The “Carbon Fiber” Air Foamposite One is a new look for the classic silhouette.  Initial images have emerged of the upcoming colorway and they sport a a Foamposite upper covered with a carbon fiber pattern, with black showing up at the eye row, tongue, and inner. A dark smoke grey Swoosh is seen on the lateral eye row, while One Cent logos are present via embroidered and jewelled presentations at the rear heel and tongue, respectively.  Underneath resides a carbon fiber support shank and blue tinted translucent rubber outsole.  As…

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An initial look at the “Pearl” Nike Air Foamposite Pro

Brandon King

The “Pearl” Foamposite Pro, seen on the feet of basketball greats such as Tim Duncan and Jesus Shuttlesworth will make its return this holiday season.  Initial images of the 2025 iteration of the returning classic have emerged and what we see is a Foam Pro that sports a white upper, unlike the cream upper that was utilised on the most recent prior release in 2010. Black shows up on the eye row, tongue, inner and pull tabs. A large, jewelled Swoosh is seen on the lateral side, while additional branding…

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Tennessee State Finalizing Deal to Name Nolan Smith Head Men’s Basketball Coach

Brandon King

According to college basketball insider and CBS Sports’ Jon Rothstein, Tennessee State is working on finalizing a deal with University of Memphis assistant coach Nolan Smith for its vacant men’s basketball position following the departure of Brian “Penny” Collins for a coaching job with the Memphis Grizzlies. Although the sides are working towards an agreement, nothing has been finalized yet, adds Rothstein.  Following a decorated collegiate career at Duke that included helping the Blue Devils take home the 2010 national championship, earning the Most Outstanding Player at the Houston Regional…

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