Category: Sports

Marcus Spears Jr. Reclassifies to 2026, Commits to Texas

Brandon King

The top-ranked player in ESPN SCNext’s Class of 2027 is headed to Austin sooner than expected. Five-star forward Marcus Spears Jr. has officially reclassified to the Class of 2026 and committed to the University of Texas, he announced Thursday to ESPN’s Paul Biancardi. The move allows Spears to join the Longhorns for the upcoming 2026-27 season rather than waiting another year.   The 6-foot-9 standout from Dynamic Prep (Texas) had been regarded as the No. 1 overall prospect in the 2027 class. Following his reclassification, he slots among the elite…

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Kawhi Leonard Trade to Raptors Delayed Pending NBA Investigation into Clippers

Brandon King

The blockbuster trade sending Kawhi Leonard back to the Toronto Raptors remains on hold as the NBA continues its investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers, creating uncertainty around one of the offseason’s biggest moves. According to ESPN, the deal agreed to in principle on June 30 cannot be finalized until the league concludes its investigation. The delay stems from the NBA requiring Toronto’s ownership group to assume any potential financial penalties tied to Leonard’s contract that could result from the investigation. In a statement released to ESPN, the Clippers said…

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Jaylen Brown Calls NBA Agency Model ‘Broken,’ Says Too Many Players Lose Their Wealth After Retirement

Brandon King

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown delivered a passionate critique of the NBA’s player representation system, arguing that too many athletes are left financially vulnerable despite earning millions during their careers. Speaking candidly, Brown said the current agency model is failing young players who enter the league as teenagers with little experience managing sudden wealth. “The agency model isn’t working,” Brown said. “It’s a bunch of players going broke when they retire. It’s like 60% of players within the first 10 years are losing majority of their wealth after making millions…

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Lynx HC Cheryl Reeve named 2026 WNBA All-Star coach for fifth time

Brandon King

Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve continues to add to her legendary WNBA résumé. The league announced that Reeve has been named a coach for the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game, marking the fifth time in her career she has earned the honor. Reeve’s latest selection is another recognition of her impact on the league and her continued excellence as one of the most respected coaches in women’s basketball. Since taking over as head coach of the Lynx in 2010, Reeve has built Minnesota into one of the WNBA’s premier franchises…

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What Is Project B? Everything You Need to Know About Basketball’s New Global League

Brandon King

As Project B continues to attract high-profile executives and star players, many basketball fans are asking the same question: What exactly is Project B? Here’s what we know so far. A New Professional Basketball League Project B is a new international professional basketball league co-founded by entrepreneur Justin Rosenstein and former WNBA star and executive Alana Beard. The league aims to create a premium basketball experience by bringing together elite men’s and women’s players to compete in the same global ecosystem. Rather than following a traditional city-based league model, Project…

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Project B Hires Former Hawks GM Landry Fields as Head of Men’s Basketball

Brandon King

Project B continues to build its leadership team ahead of its inaugural season, announcing Thursday that former Atlanta Hawks general manager Landry Fields has been named the league’s head of men’s basketball. In his new role, Fields will oversee men’s player recruitment, basketball operations and roster development while working alongside chief basketball officer Alana Beard. The addition brings NBA front office experience to the ambitious startup league as it expands into the men’s game.   “Landry understands the game from every angle,” Beard said in a statement. “He’s been a…

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Austin Rivers Defends Jaylen Brown, Blasts Media Over ‘Smear Campaign’ Following Celtics Trade

Brandon King

The fallout from the blockbuster trade that sent Jaylen Brown from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers continues to dominate NBA headlines. But while anonymous reports have questioned Brown’s value, leadership, and personality, former NBA guard Austin Rivers is pushing back in a big way. Rivers took to social media to denounce what he described as a coordinated effort to tarnish Brown’s reputation following the trade. “Enough of the anonymous sources. Y’all are weak for that. This Jaylen Brown smear campaign is wack. Protect the players and not smear…

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WNBA to Make History with All-Star Events at Obama Presidential Center

Brandon King

The WNBA is breaking new ground once again. The league announced that it will become the first professional sports league to host events at the new Obama Presidential Center in Chicago as part of its 2026 WNBA All-Star festivities. The historic partnership will bring players, fans, and community members together for a series of basketball-focused experiences at the center, further expanding the reach of All-Star Weekend beyond the court. The Obama Presidential Center, which celebrates the legacy of former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama while promoting…

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Denver Nuggets Waive Veteran Center Jonas Valančiūnas; Multiple Teams Expected to Pursue Free Agent

Brandon King

The Denver Nuggets are waiving veteran center Jonas Valančiūnas, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The move immediately places one of the league’s most experienced big men on the free-agent market, where he is expected to draw interest from several NBA teams.   Valančiūnas, 34, remains a productive frontcourt presence capable of providing scoring, rebounding, and physicality in limited minutes. Last season, he averaged 8.7 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.2 assists in 65 games for Denver while serving as a reliable veteran in the Nuggets’ rotation.   His combination of size,…

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Lisa Leslie to Receive Statue Outside of Crypto.com Arena

Brandon King

Basketball icon Lisa Leslie is set to receive one of the sport’s highest honors later this year when a statue in her likeness is unveiled outside of Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The tribute recognizes Leslie’s extraordinary impact on the game and her lasting legacy with the Los Angeles Sparks, the WNBA, and women’s basketball as a whole. She will join an elite group of Lakers and Los Angeles sports legends immortalized outside the arena, cementing her place among the city’s all-time greats. Leslie’s résumé speaks for itself. During her…

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