Author: Brandon King

Stephen A. Smith Vows to Fire Back After NABJ Gives Him ‘Thumbs Down’ Award

Brandon King

Stephen A. Smith is preparing to respond after the National Association of Black Journalists gave him one of the organization’s most pointed honors at its conference in Atlanta. Smith received the NABJ’s “Thumbs Down” award, with the organization citing what it described as his “recurring public pattern of disparaging public commentary directed at prominent Black women across politics, sports and media.” Rather than ignore the recognition, Smith made it clear that he intends to answer back. “This is the epitome of Christmas arriving early,” Smith wrote on social media. “The…

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Bart Scott Says ESPN Will “Regret” Not Renewing His Contract

Brandon King

Former NFL linebacker and longtime sports media personality Bart Scott is making it clear that he has no plans to quietly move on from ESPN. Scott recently revealed that the network informed him his contract would not be renewed when it expires in September. According to Scott, ESPN delivered the news over the phone while he was on his way into the studio to host his radio show. The timing of the call clearly caught Scott off guard. When ESPN reportedly expressed that it wished the conversation could have happened…

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Buss Family Sells Remaining Lakers Stake, Ending Historic Era of Ownership

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The Buss family’s nearly five-decade run as owners of the Los Angeles Lakers is officially coming to an end. According to ESPN, the Buss family has agreed to sell its remaining 17.8% ownership stake in the franchise to new majority owners Josh Kushner and Bob Iger. The transaction follows a vote by the Buss Family Trust, with siblings Jeanie, Jim, Johnny, Janie, Joey, and Jesse Buss approving the sale after receiving the four votes required to trigger the tag-along provision tied to Mark Walter’s previous sale. The deal values the…

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NBA Pushes Back on ESPN Report Regarding Clippers Investigation

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The NBA is disputing key details of ESPN’s reporting on the league’s ongoing investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers. NBA Chief Communications Officer Mike Bass released a statement Monday criticizing ESPN’s report, saying the league did not participate in the outlet’s reporting and that its conclusions are premature. “ESPN’s article regarding the LA Clippers investigation — for which the NBA declined to cooperate — contains numerous and significant inaccuracies. The results in this matter will be made clear once the investigation is concluded.” The statement comes after ESPN reported that…

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19-Year-Old Suspect Arrested After Virginia State University Shooting Injures Five

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Image via the New York Post ETTRICK, Va. — A 19-year-old man has been arrested after a shooting near the residence halls at Virginia State University left five people injured early Saturday morning, Aug. 15. Chesterfield County Police identified the suspect as Camron Harris, 19, of Henrico, Virginia. Harris is not a Virginia State University student. According to authorities, the shooting occurred around 1:30 a.m. near the university’s Quad Annexes and the 3300 block of Boisseau Street, outside campus residence halls. Five people between the ages of 17 and 23…

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NBA Finds No Evidence Steve Ballmer Funneled Sponsor Money to Kawhi Leonard

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The NBA has reportedly found no evidence that Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled money through team sponsors to pay Kawhi Leonard and circumvent the league’s salary cap. According to ESPN’s Don Van Natta Jr., Baxter Holmes and Ramona Shelburne, the NBA’s investigation found no evidence that Ballmer used Clippers sponsors as a way to provide Leonard with additional compensation outside of his NBA contract. The investigation stemmed in part from Leonard’s business relationship with Aspiration, a now-defunct sustainable financial services company that previously partnered with the Clippers. The…

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“‘Tennis Day’ Air Jordan 7: Official Images

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The official images of the “Tennis Day” Air Jordan 7 have arrived, giving sneaker enthusiasts a detailed look at one of Jordan Brand’s most vibrant releases of 2026. Drawing inspiration from the colorful aesthetic of Andre Agassi’s legendary Nike Air Tech Challenge line, the “Tennis Day” edition combines a clean Phantom upper with eye-catching Lemon Twist, Pink Blast, and Anthracite accents. The sneaker also features speckled midsoles, shaggy suede around the collar, and translucent detailing that gives the classic Air Jordan 7 a fresh, modern twist while honoring one of…

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Caitlin Clark Gifts Fever Teammates Kobe PEs and Upcoming Nike Caitlin 1

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN — Caitlin Clark is making sure her Indiana Fever teammates are getting some serious sneaker heat. According to Sole Retriever, Clark gifted her teammates pairs of her coveted Kobe Bryant Player Exclusives (PEs), as well as pairs of her upcoming signature sneaker, the Nike Caitlin 1. The gesture gives Clark’s teammates an early look at two highly sought-after pieces of basketball footwear connected to the Fever superstar. Clark has become one of the most influential young athletes in the sneaker world, and her relationship with Nike continues to…

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OFFICIAL LOOK: Anthony Edwards’ adidas AE 3 Is Ready for Takeoff

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The adidas AE 3 has received another official look, giving sneaker fans a closer look at the Minnesota Timberwolves superstar’s third signature basketball sneaker with the Three Stripes.  The AE 3 continues the evolution of Edwards’ footwear line while introducing a noticeably different design language. The low-cut silhouette features a mesh-based upper and aggressive sidewall detailing, with arrow-inspired structures replacing the honeycomb cage of the AE 1 and the fang-like elements seen on the AE 2.  Performance-wise, adult versions are expected to feature adidas’ Lightstrike cushioning, while the shoe’s overall…

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Caitlin Clark Leads Indiana Fever Past Atlanta Dream in Overtime Thriller

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POSTGAME NOTESBOX SCORE The Indiana Fever (23-12) held off the Atlanta Dream for a thrilling 95-91 overtime victory at State Farm Arena on Sunday night, earning a critical road win as the team continues its push toward securing a postseason berth. Led by 26 points from Caitlin Clark, the Fever also received 20 points apiece from Kelsey Mitchell and Makayla Timpson, while Aliyah Boston added 18 points. The victory gives Indiana its second win over Atlanta this season and evens the regular-season series between the two teams at 2-2. With…

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