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Atlanta Dream Stun Liberty 101-98 in OT, Take Commanding 2-0 Semifinals Lead

October 8, 2026October 8, 2026 Brandon King

Image via ESPN The Atlanta Dream are one win away from the WNBA Finals. 🔥 Atlanta delivered another statement performance Wednesday night, defeating the New York Liberty 101-98 in overtime to take a commanding 2-0 lead in their WNBA semifinals series. The Dream are now just one victory away from advancing to the WNBA Finals, while the defending champion Liberty face elimination. DREAM WIN A THRILLER Atlanta and New York traded punches throughout a wild Game 2 before the Dream ultimately prevailed in overtime. Angel Reese once again made her…

Nike Adds Another College Program as Ohio Bobcats Join the Swoosh

October 7, 2026October 7, 2026 Brandon King

Ohio Athletics has officially joined the Nike family. The Ohio Bobcats are making a change at the apparel level, announcing a new five-year partnership with Nike that will outfit the university’s athletic programs. The agreement gives Ohio Athletics a new apparel partner while adding another college program to Nike’s growing roster. For Nike, it is another addition to a college sports landscape that has become increasingly competitive between the major apparel brands. 🟢 What We Know Nike’s College Sports Battle Continues The Ohio deal comes at an interesting time for…

FIRST LOOK: “Space Jam” Air Jordan 1 Mid SE Is Coming Holiday 2026

October 7, 2026October 7, 2026 Brandon King

Jordan Brand is adding another dose of Space Jam nostalgia to its Holiday 2026 lineup. The “Space Jam” Air Jordan 1 Mid SE has surfaced in first-look imagery, giving sneaker fans an early look at a colorway that blends the iconic Jordan 1 Mid silhouette with the unmistakable aesthetic associated with the Space Jam franchise. The sneaker carries a predominantly dark presentation, with contrasting blue accents helping give the shoe its icy, cosmic-inspired appearance. The familiar Jordan 1 Mid construction keeps the look rooted in basketball while the color blocking…

Mental Health Is Bigger Than Football: Stephen A. Smith, ESPN, and the Humanity Behind Lane Johnson’s Retirement

October 7, 2026October 8, 2026 HODARI Brown

By Hodari P.T. Brown | October 7, 2026 When Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Lane Johnson announced his abrupt retirement from the National Football League after 14 seasons, the conversation should have centered on his courage, his well-being, his family, and the reality that professional athletes are human beings before they are entertainers. Instead, ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith turned Johnson’s decision into a controversial discussion about the timing of his retirement and the Eagles’ disappointing start to the season. During Wednesday’s episode of ESPN’s First Take, Smith questioned why Johnson would retire…

BREAKING: Jewell Loyd OUT for Aces-Valkyries Game 2 as Dana Evans Gets Injury Boost

October 7, 2026October 7, 2026 Brandon King

The Las Vegas Aces will be without Jewell Loyd for tonight’s pivotal Game 2 of the WNBA semifinals against the Golden State Valkyries. Loyd, who is dealing with a left leg injury, has officially been downgraded to OUT after suffering the injury during Sunday’s Game 1 loss to Golden State. The news is a significant blow for Las Vegas, which is already trying to overcome a 1-0 series deficit. Dana Evans Gets Positive Injury Update There is some good news for the Aces. Guard Dana Evans has been upgraded to…

Ole Miss Is Leaving Nike for Adidas in Massive 7-Year Deal Worth More Than $20 Million Per Year

October 7, 2026October 7, 2026 Brandon King

The Nike era at Ole Miss appears to be coming to an end. The Rebels are set to leave Nike and join Adidas beginning in 2027 as part of a reported seven-year agreement worth more than $20 million annually, according to reports. The deal is expected to run from July 1, 2027 through 2034, bringing an end to Ole Miss’ relationship with Nike that dates back to 1999. And this isn’t simply an apparel switch. The reported Adidas agreement is expected to include significant NIL commitments for Ole Miss athletes,…

NBA Europe Hits Major Roadblock as EuroLeague Teams Reject NBA Proposal

October 7, 2026 Brandon King

The NBA’s plans to launch a 16-team European league as early as 2027 have hit a major roadblock after EuroLeague shareholder clubs rejected the NBA’s initial proposal to collaborate and create a unified NBA Europe operation. The NBA wants to establish a new European basketball competition that could debut during the 2027-28 season, but the league now appears headed toward a direct battle with EuroLeague rather than a partnership. According to Front Office Sports, a supermajority of the 13 EuroLeague shareholder clubs rejected the NBA’s proposal during a meeting in…

Allisha Gray Ruled Out for Game 2 of WNBA Semifinals With Finger Injury

October 7, 2026October 7, 2026 Brandon King

Atlanta Dream star Allisha Gray will miss Game 2 of the WNBA semifinals against the New York Liberty after suffering a finger injury in the series opener. The Atlanta Dream will be without one of their most important players Wednesday night. Gray has been ruled out for Game 2 after injuring her left hand during Atlanta’s 92-82 victory over the New York Liberty in Game 1. Dream head coach Karl Smesko confirmed Tuesday that Gray will miss Wednesday’s matchup and is considered day-to-day moving forward. Smesko said Gray underwent an…

“Charcoal” Air Jordan IX OG Reportedly Returning in Fall 2027

October 7, 2026October 7, 2026 Brandon King

17 years after its last retro, the iconic “Charcoal” Air Jordan 9 could finally be coming back. 🌹🪨 Jordan Brand is reportedly preparing to bring back the “Charcoal” Air Jordan IX in Fall 2027, giving sneakerheads another chance to own one of the most recognizable original AJ9 colorways. Originally released in 1994, the “Charcoal” Air Jordan IX features a predominantly black and dark charcoal construction with Varsity Red accents, creating one of the cleanest looks from the Air Jordan 9 lineup. The colorway has been notoriously difficult to find in…

SWAC Women’s Basketball Preseason Poll Is Out: Southern Picked No. 1, But Alabama A&M Is Right Behind Them

October 7, 2026October 7, 2026 Brandon King

image via Alexis Blue/SWAC The votes are officially in. The Southwestern Athletic Conference has released its 2026-27 Women’s Basketball Predicted Order of Finish, and the preseason race already has plenty of intrigue. Southern has been picked to finish first, but the reigning SWAC regular-season champion Alabama A&M is right on its heels. The Lady Jaguars received 234 points and 10 first-place votes, while Alabama A&M collected 229 points and eight first-place votes — just a five-point difference between the top two teams. That sets up an intriguing season between the…