Category: Sports

Cheryl Reeve Makes WNBA History With Third Executive of the Year Award

Brandon King

MINNEAPOLIS — Cheryl Reeve continues to add to her remarkable WNBA legacy. The Minnesota Lynx head coach and president of basketball operations has been named the 2026 WNBA Basketball Executive of the Year, earning the honor for the third time in her career. Reeve previously received the award in 2019 and 2024, tying Atlanta Dream executive vice president and general manager Dan Padover for the most selections in the award’s history. The latest recognition comes just weeks after Reeve captured her record fifth WNBA Coach of the Year award. Her…

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BREAKING: Pablo Torre Investigating LeBron James’ Fanatics Helicopter Situation After NBA Owners Reach Out

Brandon King

Pablo Torre says NBA owners have contacted him about LeBron James flying in a Fanatics-branded helicopter, prompting the journalist to look into the situation. 🚨 THE LATEST: Pablo Torre is looking into the situation involving LeBron James and a Fanatics-branded helicopter after reportedly hearing from NBA owners. Torre revealed that NBA owners had contacted him about LeBron’s helicopter travel, adding that he is “looking into” the matter. The situation has sparked questions about the circumstances surrounding the helicopter arrangement and why it has drawn the attention of NBA owners. However,…

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BREAKING: Allisha Gray Day-to-Day After Minor Procedure on Left Hand Ahead of WNBA Finals

Brandon King

The Atlanta Dream could be getting closer to having one of their biggest stars back on the court. Atlanta Dream All-Star guard Allisha Gray revealed Tuesday that she underwent a minor procedure on her left hand and is currently considered day-to-day, according to WSB-TV reporter Alison Mastrangelo. Gray suffered the injury during Game 1 of Atlanta’s WNBA Semifinals matchup against the New York Liberty on October 4. She has not played since, missing the final two games of the series as the Dream completed a three-game sweep to advance to…

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BREAKING: Atlanta Dream Move Playoff Games to State Farm Arena as Hawks Adjust Home Opener

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The Atlanta Dream are moving Games 3 and 4 to State Farm Arena, with a scheduling adjustment also affecting the Atlanta Hawks’ home opener. In a significant development for Atlanta basketball, the Dream will play Games 3 and 4 at State Farm Arena, according to WSB-TV reporter Zach Klein. Game 3 has been moved to Wednesday, October 21, at 8 p.m. ET, while Game 4 remains scheduled for Saturday, October 24, but will now tip off at 1 p.m. ET. The change also impacts the Hawks’ home opener, which is…

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Penny Hardaway Puts $2.6 Million of His Own Money Into Memphis Basketball’s Roster

Brandon King

Memphis Tigers | College Basketball | NIL & Revenue SharingPenny Hardaway is putting his money where his ambitions are. The University of Memphis head men’s basketball coach reportedly contributed $2.6 million of his own money toward the Tigers’ roster-building budget for the 2026–27 season, according to reporting by The Commercial Appeal’s Jason Munz, as cited by On3 and CBS Sports. The contribution is part of a reported $9 million revenue-sharing budget for Memphis men’s basketball this season, highlighting the growing financial demands of competing in modern college basketball. Hardaway discussed…

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Florida State’s $430 Million Debt Could Complicate Mike Norvell’s Future as Coaching Pressure Mounts

Brandon King

Florida State football is facing a costly decision as mounting pressure on Mike Norvell collides with the university’s significant athletic department debt. Florida State University has a major financial challenge on its hands, and it could complicate the future of head football coach Mike Norvell. According to reporting from ESPN, Florida State’s athletic department carries more than $430 million in debt, much of it tied to athletic facilities. That financial burden could make it difficult for the Seminoles to take on additional debt to fund a potential coaching change. The…

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“YOU AIN’T MY DADDY!” OLDEN POLYNICE CALLS OUT LEBRON JAMES

Brandon King

image via John Froschauer, AP Olden Polynice has a message for LeBron James: Respect is earned, but being a superstar doesn’t automatically make you the boss of the locker room. 👀 The former NBA center, who has not previously shied away from criticizing James, didn’t hold back when discussing how he would react if he were Joel Embiid and LeBron walked into the Philadelphia 76ers’ locker room attempting to establish new standards. “I’ll be like, you ain’t my daddy. You ain’t my daddy, you my teammate,” Polynice said. Polynice made…

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Ben Simmons Is Back: Former No. 1 Pick Expected to Start for Kings on Opening Night

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After spending an entire NBA season away from the court, Ben Simmons is reportedly in line for a starting role with the Sacramento Kings when the regular season begins. According to ESPN’s Marc J. Spears, Simmons is expected to start alongside rookie guard Darius Acuff Jr. in Sacramento’s October 21 opener against the Los Angeles Clippers. The news immediately raises a fascinating question: Is Sacramento giving a former All-Star the perfect opportunity to rebuild his career, or is Simmons facing one of the biggest prove-it seasons of his life? The…

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North Carolina A&T’s Kevin White Named CAA Football Offensive Player of the Week

Brandon King

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Come on, now! The CAA Football Offensive Player of the Week honor belongs to a DAWG! North Carolina A&T junior quarterback Kevin White has been named the Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) Football Offensive Player of the Week following his clutch performance in the Aggies’ 30-27 overtime victory over New Hampshire. White delivered a standout performance, throwing for 230 yards and three touchdowns while adding 38 rushing yards. His biggest moment came late in regulation, when he connected on a 19-yard touchdown pass on the final play to…

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NBA Smart Ball Could Debut in 2027: Adam Silver’s New Technology Raises Questions

Brandon King

The NBA is testing a sensor-equipped Wilson basketball that could help officials make more accurate calls, but questions remain about transparency, reliability and the future role of technology in the game. The NBA could be preparing for another major technological change, and this time, the innovation is inside the basketball itself. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says the league is exploring a new “smart ball” developed in partnership with Wilson that could be used in NBA games as soon as 2027. The basketball features a tiny Bluetooth sensor designed to track…

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