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Norfolk State’s Jaylen Williams and Ryan Nolan Named to 2026 Deacon Jones Player of the Year Watch List

Brandon King

image via Norfolk State Athletics NORFOLK, Va. — Norfolk State will enter the 2026 football season with two of its veteran linemen on the national radar. Redshirt seniors Jaylen Williams and Ryan Nolan have been named to the 2026 Deacon Jones Player of the Year Watch List, announced by the Black College Football Hall of Fame on Aug. 18. The award recognizes the most outstanding football player at a Historically Black College or University, with the eventual winner receiving the prestigious Deacon Jones Trophy. The Spartans are one of 24…

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WNBA Sex Toy Thrower Arrested, Banned Indefinitely From NBA and WNBA Games

Brandon King

The bizarre trend of fans throwing sex toys onto WNBA courts has once again escalated from an internet stunt into a matter involving law enforcement, arena security and league-wide punishment. A spectator accused of throwing a green sex toy onto the court during the Atlanta Dream’s matchup against the Los Angeles Sparks on Aug. 20 was arrested and has received an indefinite ban from attending WNBA, NBA and other league-affiliated events. The incident occurred during the third quarter at Crypto.com Arena as Sparks guard Jihyun Park was preparing to shoot…

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Enes Kanter Freedom Ejected From Fever-Sky Game After Heated Confrontation With Natasha Cloud

Brandon King

Former NBA center Enes Kanter Freedom was ejected from Sunday night’s Indiana Fever-Chicago Sky game after a heated courtside confrontation with Sky guard Natasha Cloud. The incident occurred late in the third quarter at Wintrust Arena as the Fever held an 81-75 lead. According to the Associated Press, Freedom was seated along the baseline wearing a black T-shirt that read, “WOMAN noun. adult human female.” Following a Chicago timeout, Cloud walked toward Freedom and began yelling and pointing in his direction. Freedom stood up with his arms extended and stepped…

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Natasha Cloud Calls Out WNBA Court Disruptions: ‘It Says a Lot About How You Feel About Women’

Brandon King

The WNBA has a message for fans who intentionally disrupt games: enough is enough. Chicago Sky veteran Natasha Cloud made that message even louder following another disturbing incident involving a sex toy being thrown onto the court during a WNBA game. During the Sky’s 73-70 victory over the Golden State Valkyries on Friday, Aug. 21, multiple sex toys were thrown onto the court, briefly stopping play and creating another unwanted distraction during a league season already receiving unprecedented attention. Cloud did not hold back when discussing the incident afterward. “Y’all…

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Kobe Bryant at 48: Mamba Forever — Why Basketball History Cannot Be Allowed to Forget His Greatness

HODARI Brown

By Hodari P.T. Brown Kobe Bryant would have turned 48 years old on August 23, 2026. That sentence still does not feel right. There should be another chapter being written right now. Another film. Another book. Another business venture. Another coaching session with young players. Another courtside appearance with his daughters. Another interview where Kobe challenged somebody to think differently about preparation, discipline, storytelling, fatherhood or greatness. Instead, we are left with memories. But memory is exactly why Kobe Bryant’s 48th birthday should be more than another day of highlights…

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Clark, Mitchell Power Fever Past Sky 113-90

Brandon King

CHICAGO — With Aaliyah Boston sidelined with a leg injury, Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell put on an offensive clinic Sunday night, combining for 67 points as the Indiana Fever cruised past the Chicago Sky, 113-90. Clark erupted for 37 points and 10 assists, knocking down a career-high eight 3-pointers as Indiana established a franchise record with 18 made shots from beyond the arc. Mitchell added 30 points, continuing her remarkable scoring streak while providing the Fever with another lethal perimeter option. Her performance helped Indiana overcome a demanding stretch…

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Angel Reese Drops Career-High 31 Points as Atlanta Dream Clinch WNBA Playoff Berth

Brandon King

PHOENIX — Angel Reese delivered the biggest scoring performance of her WNBA career Saturday night, and it came at the perfect time. Reese poured in a career-high 31 points and grabbed 14 rebounds as the Atlanta Dream defeated the Phoenix Mercury 99-89, officially punching their ticket to the 2026 WNBA Playoffs. The performance surpassed Reese’s previous career high of 27 points, which she recorded as a rookie with the Chicago Sky in 2024. She finished Saturday’s game 14-of-21 from the field, adding four steals. (Inquirer Sports⁠) Reese was especially dominant…

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Jason Williams x SLAM x Nike Zoom Hyperflight “Platinum” Releasing Holiday 2026

Brandon King

Jason Williams’ signature style is making another statement this holiday season. Nike and SLAM are expanding their celebration of the iconic Zoom Hyperflight with a new “Platinum” colorway inspired by one of the silhouette’s most recognizable athletes. Williams recently debuted the pair during the SLAM Summer Classic Vol. 8 in New York, giving fans an early look at what is shaping up to be one of Holiday 2026’s standout basketball-inspired releases. The collaboration features a Metallic Silver upper contrasted by black accents on the tongue, laces, and signature support wings.…

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Making A Difference: Keith Lee and Tyrese Haliburton Step Up for Gary Community After 9 Days Without Power

Brandon King

Gary, Indiana — As residents in Gary continue to endure the aftermath of a devastating storm that left thousands without electricity, Keith Lee and Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton are stepping in to help provide much-needed relief. Residents across Northwest Indiana entered a ninth day without power Thursday, with many families dealing with spoiled food, extreme heat and difficulty accessing basic necessities. Power restoration in some parts of Gary is not expected until Tuesday, August 25. Lee, who recently brought attention to Gary’s prolonged outage, is planning an event in…

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PE Corner: Diana Taurasi’s Nike LeBron 9 PE Is Coming to Retail for All-Star Weekend 2027

Brandon King

Nike is bringing one of Diana Taurasi’s rare Player Exclusive LeBron 9s to the public. After years of remaining exclusive to the Phoenix Mercury legend, the Diana Taurasi x Nike LeBron 9 PE “Black/Court Purple-Starfish” is expected to receive its first-ever retail release during NBA All-Star Weekend 2027 in Phoenix. (Sneaker Files⁠) The sneaker is reportedly scheduled to release on February 19, 2027, with a $250 retail price. The shoe carries the style code JF7374-001. (Sneaker Files⁠) Originally created exclusively for Taurasi during her legendary run with the Phoenix Mercury,…

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