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Alabama State Rallies Past Southern, 30-17, in Inaugural Birmingham Football Classic

Brandon King

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Alabama State opened the 2026 football season with a statement, rallying from a four-point halftime deficit to defeat Southern University 30-17 in the inaugural Birmingham Football Classic at historic Legion Field on Saturday. The Hornets entered the season ranked No. 4 in the preseason Black College Football Poll after going 10-2 in 2025, while Southern was beginning a new era under Pro Football Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk. (https://www.wsfa.com⁠) Southern controlled much of the first half. Mike Franklin opened the scoring with a 30-yard touchdown run, and…

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Sophie Cunningham Is Making Her Case for WNBA Sixth Player of the Year

Brandon King

Sophie Cunningham is in the mix for the WNBA’s Sixth Woman of the Year award. The Indiana Fever are putting their support behind Cunningham’s candidacy, and her production off the bench has been one of the team’s biggest weapons this season. Cunningham is averaging 8.4 points per game while shooting a career-high 47.6% from the field and a career-best 44.1% from three-point range. Her 8.4 off the bench ranks third in the league, trailing only the Valkyries’ Janelle Salaüm and Tiffany Hayes , who averages 12.9 and 8.9 , respectively.…

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49ers Owner Jed York’s Arrest Bodycam Released: Police Stunned by Cash Found in His Wallet

Brandon King

Newly released body-camera footage is providing a closer look at the arrest of San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York — and one moment involving his wallet is quickly getting the most attention. The footage, released by the East Palestine Police Department and obtained by TMZ, shows officers detaining York during an undercover prostitution sting in East Palestine, Ohio. Newly released body-camera footage is providing a closer look at the arrest of San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York — and one moment involving his wallet is quickly getting the most attention.…

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Nike KD 19 “Apple Green” Set to Drop in September

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Kevin Durant’s latest signature sneaker is getting a bold, monochromatic makeover. The “Apple Green” Nike KD 19 is reportedly set to release September 8, 2026, retailing for $155. The colorway features an eye-catching green finish across the upper, laces, midsole and outsole, giving the KD 19 an unmistakable look.  The KD 19 is built for performance, featuring a full-length Air Zoom Strobel, Cushlon 3.0 foam, an aggressive traction pattern and a dagger-inspired TPU element designed for midfoot and heel lockdown.  Release Details Note: Some current sneaker-release databases list the closely…

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Ja Morant leaks more colorways of the Ja 4

Brandon King

Ja Morant is once again beating the sneaker leakers to the punch. 👀🔥 Ja Morant has apparently decided that if people are going to see his upcoming sneakers early, they might as well see them directly from him. The Nike Basketball star has continued his tradition of previewing unreleased sneakers on Instagram, giving sneakerheads another look at what’s coming for the Nike Ja 4. The latest previews add to an already growing lineup of Ja 4 colorways expected to hit shelves throughout the remainder of 2026 and into 2027. JA…

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CLOSER LOOK: SoleFly x Air Jordan 5 “Black/Aurora Green” Is Bringing Miami Heat to the AJ5

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SoleFly and Jordan Brand are teaming up once again, and this time the Miami-based boutique is putting its stamp on the iconic Air Jordan 5. New images provide a closer look at the upcoming SoleFly x Air Jordan 5 Retro OG SP, which arrives in a dark Black/Aurora Green-Anthracite-Muslin color scheme. The sneaker features a predominantly dark suede upper, black detailing throughout the midsole and mesh panels, and vibrant Aurora Green accents on the lace lock, SoleFly branding and shark-tooth detailing. The understated color palette gives the AJ5 a stealthy…

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Stephen Jackson Says LeBron James Made the Wrong Move in GOAT Debate: “Everywhere in the World, But Philly”

Brandon King

Stephen Jackson has never been shy about where he stands in the Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James GOAT debate—and his latest take on LeBron’s move to Philadelphia is guaranteed to spark another round of arguments. Appearing on All The Smoke, Jackson explained that he believed LeBron had one particular move left that could have strengthened his case against Jordan and Kobe Bryant: returning to Cleveland and winning another championship with the Cavaliers. Instead, LeBron chose the Philadelphia 76ers, joining a roster that already features Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and newly…

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Dawn Staley, South Carolina to Host Inaugural PowHER Player Classic Featuring Three HBCUs

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Image via South Carolina Women’s Basketball South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley and the Gamecocks are taking their commitment to HBCU women’s basketball to another level. South Carolina will host the inaugural PowHER Player Classic during Thanksgiving weekend in partnership with Rae Rose Media, bringing together four women’s basketball programs — South Carolina, Alabama A&M, North Carolina Central and Tennessee State — for a first-of-its-kind event centered on HBCU basketball and NIL opportunities.  The tournament will take place at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, South Carolina, beginning Saturday, Nov. 28.…

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Nike Stock Is on Pace for Its Worst Year Since Michael Jordan’s 1993 Retirement

Brandon King

Nike is one of the most recognizable brands on the planet, but its stock is currently telling a much different story. Shares of Nike are down roughly 38%–39% in 2026, putting the company on track for its worst calendar-year performance in more than three decades. The comparison is striking: Nike hasn’t been on pace for a year this bad since 1993, the same year Michael Jordan first retired from basketball. And this isn’t simply a Wall Street problem. Nike is dealing with a much broader challenge involving product demand, consumer…

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Man Allegedly Posed as Wealthy 49ers Player on Dating Apps, Scammed 26 Women Out of $1.3 Million

Brandon King

A man allegedly went on dating apps posing as a wealthy San Francisco 49ers football player and used fake romantic relationships and bogus investment opportunities to defraud dozens of women out of more than $1.3 million, according to federal prosecutors. Daejon Labrayae Love, 35, was arrested by FBI agents this week in connection with the alleged scheme, which prosecutors say targeted at least 26 women across several states. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Love allegedly created fake online identities and represented himself as a professional football player for the…

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