Category: Sports

Former Tennessee State Basketball Coach Ron Abernathy Dies at 75, Leaving Lasting Legacy Across HBCU Basketball

Brandon King

The Tennessee State basketball family is mourning the loss of former men’s basketball head coach Ron Abernathy, who has passed away at the age of 75. Abernathy, whose coaching career spanned more than five decades, led the Tennessee State Tigers men’s basketball from 1991 to 1995 before continuing his successful coaching journey at Lane College, where he became the winningest coach in the program’s history. Most recently, he served as the head coach at Humboldt High School, retiring earlier this year after 12 seasons.   Before his time at Tennessee…

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Marina Mabrey Erupts for 53 Points, Ties WNBA Single-Game Scoring Record in Historic Performance

Brandon King

Image via WBTW Marina Mabrey etched her name into WNBA history Thursday night. The Toronto Tempo guard delivered one of the most prolific offensive performances the league has ever witnessed, pouring in 53 points to tie the WNBA’s all-time single-game scoring record during the Tempo’s dominant 125-97 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks. From the opening tip, Mabrey was virtually unstoppable. She knocked down shots from every level of the floor, slicing through defenders off the dribble, converting from beyond the arc, and relentlessly attacking the basket. By the final…

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Brian Windhorst Believes Ja Morant’s Time In Memphis Is Coming To An End

Brandon King

The dismantling of the Memphis Grizzlies may not be over just yet. https://x.com/esidery/status/2069941590680834403?s=46 The Grizzlies will be trading Ja Morant this summer to totally reset their franchise, even though his value is now negative, per @WindhorstESPN. Memphis will have to take on a bad contract to get off Morant at this point. The comments are an extension of Windhorst’s assessment earlier this year, when he described Morant as having “negative value” on the trade market. At the time, Windhorst reported that teams were unwilling to acquire the former All-Star unless…

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WNBA Suspends Alyssa Thomas One Game Following Contact With Caitlin Clark

Brandon King

The WNBA has handed down discipline following Wednesday night’s highly physical matchup between the Phoenix Mercury and Indiana Fever. According to the league, Phoenix Mercury star forward Alyssa Thomas has received a Flagrant Foul 2 and a one-game suspension after a postgame review determined she recklessly made contact with the throat area of Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark during the Mercury’s 111-109 victory. The incident occurred during a tense contest that featured several physical exchanges and generated significant discussion among fans, media members, and players following the game. League Upgrades…

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Nike Signs Hawks Rookie Kingston Flemings to Endorsement Deal

Brandon King

The business of basketball is moving quickly for Kingston Flemings. Fresh off hearing his name called as the No. 8 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the Atlanta Hawks rookie has already secured one of the sport’s most recognizable endorsements, signing a footwear and apparel deal with  Nike⁠. The agreement, first reported by sneaker and NBA insider Nick DePaula, adds Flemings to Nike’s growing roster of young NBA talent and underscores the confidence the brand has in the former Houston standout’s future. For Flemings, the deal represents another milestone…

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Coby White Returns to Charlotte on $74M Deal: Hornets Lock In Their Backcourt Engine

Brandon King

The Charlotte Hornets have officially made their move in free agency, agreeing to a three-year, $74 million deal with Coby White, bringing the dynamic guard back into the franchise’s long-term plans. What was once a developmental piece has now become a centerpiece. White , who averaged 17.4 points, 4.0 assists and 3.4 rebounds per game this season, returns to Charlotte not just as a familiar name—but as a projected starter and primary backcourt creator on a roster still trying to define its identity in a loaded Eastern Conference. The Evolution…

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Austin Reaves Believes Lakers Have Their Foundation, But Championship Work Remains

Brandon King

Fresh off agreeing to a four-year, $185 million contract to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers, Austin Reaves made it clear that he believes the franchise already has the cornerstone pieces necessary to contend for a title. “And I feel like, you know, with me and Luka, that’s a great starting piece to compete. And when we put a roster together that can go compete, I feel like winning a championship will basically solidify everything that I want and everything that the Lakers want.”   Reaves’ comments underscore the growing…

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Bulls Acquire Kam Jones, Draft Assets in Deal With Pacers for Braden Smith Rights

Brandon King

The Chicago Bulls have added another young prospect to their pipeline, acquiring guard Kam Jones, future pick swaps, and cash considerations from the Indiana Pacers in exchange for the draft rights to Braden Smith. The transaction swaps the rights to two of college basketball’s most accomplished guards and gives both franchises a player who fits a specific organizational vision. Jones arrives in Chicago following a standout career at Marquette, where he developed into one of the most dynamic offensive players in the country. Known for his ability to score at…

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NCAA Eliminates FCS-to-FBS Transition Penalty, Clearing Immediate Bowl Eligibility for North Dakota State and Sacramento State

Brandon King

In a move that has been widely praised across the college football landscape, the NCAA has voted to eliminate the postseason transition penalty for schools moving from the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) to the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS). The decision means programs such as North Dakota State and Sacramento State will be eligible to compete in bowl games immediately, rather than being forced to wait through a multi-year transition period. For years, schools making the leap from FCS to FBS faced restrictions that prevented them from participating in bowl games…

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Anthony Edwards Finally Gets His Co-Star: Timberwolves Land LaMelo Ball in Blockbuster Deal

Brandon King

The Minnesota Timberwolves have made their biggest move of the offseason, acquiring All-Star guard LaMelo Ball and veteran wing Josh Green from the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Naz Reid, an unprotected 2033 first-round pick, three first-round pick swaps (2028, 2029, and 2030), and three second-round selections. The deal gives Minnesota exactly what it has been searching for—a high-level playmaker to pair alongside franchise superstar Anthony Edwards. For years, Edwards has carried the responsibility of being both the Timberwolves’ primary scorer and offensive engine. With Ball now in the fold,…

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