Category: Sports

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

Brandon King

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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Atlanta Dream’s WNBA Finals Home-Court Location Still Uncertain

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The Atlanta Dream have reached the 2026 WNBA Finals, but where they’ll play their home games remains uncertain because of scheduling conflicts at State Farm Arena. The arena, home of the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks, is unavailable for all three potential Atlanta home dates: Those conflicts have complicated the Dream’s efforts to host their Finals games at the larger venue. State Farm Arena can accommodate more than 17,000 fans, while Gateway Center Arena in College Park, Georgia, has a basketball capacity of approximately 3,500. According to USA TODAY reporting, the Dream’s…

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BREAKING: Warriors Sign Brandin Podziemski to $110 Million Extension — Full Contract Breakdown

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The Golden State Warriors are investing in their future, and Brandin Podziemski is getting a major payday. Podziemski has agreed to a five-year, $110 million contract extension with Golden State, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The deal is fully guaranteed and includes a mutual option for the fifth season (2031–32) and a trade kicker. ESPN’s Anthony Slater shared the reported year-by-year salary structure, giving fans a closer look at how the deal is set up. Brandin Podziemski’s Contract Breakdown Season Salary Year 1 $18.9 million Year 2 $20.4 million Year…

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Lawsuit Accuses Nike, NSAF of Mishandling Alleged Sexual Assault of Teen Athlete at Elite Track Program

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A federal lawsuit alleges a 16-year-old athlete was sexually assaulted during Nike’s Elite Program in Beaverton, Oregon. The complaint also accuses Nike and the National Scholastic Athletics Foundation of failing to provide adequate supervision and mishandling the athlete’s report. A federal lawsuit against Nike and the National Scholastic Athletics Foundation (NSAF) is raising serious questions about athlete safety and adult supervision at an elite high school track and field program. Filed in federal court in Oregon in September 2026, the lawsuit was brought by the family of a 16-year-old athlete…

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