Tag: ESPN

ESPN uses blatant misinformation to prop up LeBron (again)

Brandon King

When it comes to LeBron James ,ESPN is fully on board with pushing the false narrative of LeBron James has outpaced every other great player. The modus operandi for the network is all pro-LeBron, all the time and they have a cadre of paid LeSychophants that do the job daily. These LeEvangelists spread the gospel of the Chosen One to a national audience 7 days a week. However, their attempt to warp reality to fit their LeBron-serving narratives extends past the paid on-air gum flappers, but it has also infested…

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Stephen A Smith has to be corrected that Alabama State’s Eddie Robinson Jr is not related to legendary Grambling coach

Brandon King

There was a time when ESPN was the best source of high-quality sports reporting. Unfortunately for the knowledgeable sports fan that is an era long gone by( the decline in their reporting coincides with Disney acquiring the network). For ESPN, facts are no longer the objective, but malleable obstacle in the pursuit of whatever narrative they happen to be pushing at any given moment. The troubling component of this formula is due to the sheer size of their platform much of “information” they export , even when proven to be…

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Dan Le Batard and ESPN breaking up

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from outback.com : his report was co-authored by Bobby Burack and Ryan Glasspiegel. Dan Le Batard and ESPN are discussing a buyout of the remainder of his contract, which has over a year left, sources tell OutKick. ESPN has begun to think about plans for what to do with his radio and TV slots in the event that the buyout is ever formalized. As we’ve reported, sources say Bart Scott is a name to watch once Le Batard’s radio spot becomes available. In November, we discussed how Le Batard’s time with ESPN…

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Longtime SC host Trey Wingo leaves ESPN

Brandon King

from Tim Baysinger of thewrap.com: One of ESPN’s longtime faces is leaving the network. Trey Wingo, who hosted “SportsCenter” and the network’s NFL Draft coverage over a two-decade tenure, is exiting the network after his contract was not renewed. The decision not to re-up Wingo’s contract came as part of ESPN’s massive job cuts, the New York Post reported earlier this month(the NY Post also reported back in September that Wingo was being let go). The host’s departure was not confirmed until today, which is also his last day at the network.…

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Brandon King

From swac.org: BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- With the 2018-19 Southwestern Athletic Conference league schedule in full swing several pivotal national television match-ups highlight the remainder of the season. On Monday, February 4, Mississippi Valley State will travel to face Grambling State in a contest that is slated to be televised at 8:00 p.m. on ESPNU. Arkansas-Pine Bluff will hosts the league’s third televised contest of the season on Monday, February 18th when the Golden Lions take the hardwood against the Braves of Alcorn State on ESPNU at 6:00 p.m. Prairie View A&M will…

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E:60 Never Walk Alone

Brandon King

Though some people see shoes as merely a disposable item to be purchased, beat up and purchased again( and in most ways that is an accurate description of them). However, there are many instances where shoes transcend their original purpose and exact a real and lasting impact on people.  For Jack, the CP3 VII AE will a special place in his life and illustrates how at times sneakers are so much more than leather and rubber.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_EMp_XbgsqY

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