Category: Sports

EuroLeague CEO Chus Bueno Says European Basketball Doesn’t Need the NBA to Succeed as League Charts Its Own Future

Brandon King

image via EuroLeague The future of European basketball is becoming one of the biggest business conversations in professional sports. As the NBA explores its own European expansion plans, EuroLeague CEO Chus Bueno is making it clear that his organization has its own vision for the sport’s future. While discussions between the two basketball powers remain possible, the EuroLeague isn’t prepared to sacrifice its independence simply to establish a relationship with the NBA. Bueno’s message is straightforward: European basketball already has an established identity, passionate supporters and a competitive product. It…

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Dr. Mikki Allen responds to his firing

Brandon King

Former Tennessee State University Athletic Director Dr. Mikki Allen is speaking out following his dismissal, and he is disputing the narrative surrounding his departure. In an exclusive statement to The Tennessean, Allen revealed that Tennessee State formally notified him in writing that his employment was being terminated without cause. Allen also pushed back against the allegations surrounding his administrative leave, saying he would not allow an incomplete account of the situation to damage his professional reputation. Some key points from Allen’s statement: lenged the university to release the factual basis…

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BRAWL ERUPTS AS NORTH CAROLINA–LOUISVILLE GAME COMES TO A CLOSE!

Brandon King

Tempers boiled over at the conclusion of the North Carolina–Louisville matchup, as players became involved in a postgame altercation. The game ended in chaos, with a fight breaking out between the two sides. Caption: The final whistle didn’t end the action. North Carolina and Louisville players got into a postgame brawl!

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BREAKING: Chiefs RB Kenneth Walker III Ruled Out Against Falcons With Groin Injury

Brandon King

The Kansas City Chiefs will be without one of their biggest offensive weapons Sunday. Running back Kenneth Walker III has been ruled out of Sunday’s Week 10 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons after suffering a groin injury during Thursday’s practice, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter and NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The Chiefs reportedly want to give Walker a week to recover rather than risk aggravating the injury. The injury is considered minor, but Kansas City is taking a cautious approach with its star running back. What This Means for Kansas…

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Tennessee State Volleyball Records 25 Kills in Road Finale loss at Lindenwood

Brandon King

image via Tennessee State Athletics ile Lindenwood improved to 23-3 overall and 13-1 in conference competition. Match Highlights Sydney Robinson paced the Tigers offensively with eight kills on 14 attempts, recording a .214 hitting percentage. Gabrielle Washington added seven kills and led Tennessee State with a .385 hitting percentage, committing just two errors on 13 attempts. Carsyn Stansberry contributed six kills with a .267 hitting percentage, while Gabriella Blevins finished with three kills without an attacking error. Italya Carter directed the Tigers’ offense with 13 assists and added two service…

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Tennessee State Pushes No. 11 Tennessee to the Limit Before Falling 83-78

Brandon King

image via Tennessee State Athletics 78 TSU 83 Winner UT Team 1 2 F TSU 37  41  78 UT 42  41  83 KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee State men’s basketball put together a determined effort against one of the nation’s top-ranked programs Friday night, but the Tigers couldn’t complete the comeback, falling 83-78 to No. 11 Tennessee at Food City Center. Ty-Laur Johnson led all scorers with 22 points and seven assists for Tennessee State (2-2), which continued to battle despite facing a 15-point second-half deficit. Jayden Jones provided a major spark…

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Dr. Mikki Allen Out as Tennessee State Athletic Director

Brandon King

image via Sports Illustrated Tennessee State University is parting ways with athletic director Dr. Mikki Allen, according to a November 13 report from The Tennessean. Allen’s departure brings another chapter to a leadership situation that has unfolded within the Tigers’ athletic department throughout 2026. Allen was placed on administrative leave in July after six TSU head coaches expressed a lack of confidence in his leadership. The concerns included departmental communication, operational management, resource allocation and the overall direction of Tennessee State Athletics. Jennifer Bell, a longtime member of the university’s…

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Report: Baylor Expected to Interview Robert Griffin III for Head Coaching Job

Brandon King

Baylor University could be considering a familiar name as it evaluates candidates for its head football coaching position. Former Baylor quarterback and 2011 Heisman Trophy winner Robert Griffin III is expected to interview for the school’s head coaching vacancy, according to On3’s Pete Nakos. Griffin’s potential interview would represent an intriguing development for the Bears, considering his history with the program and the impact he made during his playing career in Waco, Texas. The possibility is particularly notable because Griffin has never coached at the collegiate or professional level. He…

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Rob Parker Calls LeBron James the 76ers’ ‘Weakest Link,’ Labels Him a Liability

Brandon King

The criticism of LeBron James’ early-season performance with the Philadelphia 76ers continues to grow, and sports analyst Rob Parker is the latest to question his impact. Speaking on The Odd Couple with Kelvin Washington, Parker didn’t hold back, describing James as the weakest link in Philadelphia’s starting lineup and calling him a liability. Parker pointed to James’ early-season production, including his shooting struggles and plus-minus numbers, arguing that the 41-year-old superstar hasn’t made the impact expected of him. Through his first 10 starts, James was averaging 15.1 points, 7.2 rebounds…

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Byron Scott and Olden Polynice Laugh at LeBron James’ ‘Business Decision’ as MJ and Kobe Comparisons Surface

Brandon King

LeBron James’ explanation for passing up a potential fast-break dunk continues to generate debate, and former NBA players Byron Scott and Olden Polynice aren’t exactly buying it. The two former players burst out laughing while discussing James’ recent comments about making a “business decision” to avoid attacking the basket with a defender trailing him. Their reaction came after James explained why he chose not to challenge Indiana Pacers forward Jalen Slawson during a fast-break opportunity. James had intercepted a pass and appeared to have a clear path toward the basket.…

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