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D’Angelo Russell Waived by Grizzlies, Plans to Join Contender

Brandon King

D’Angelo Russell is back on the NBA free-agent market. The Memphis Grizzlies have waived the veteran guard, according to ESPN, clearing the way for Russell to find his next NBA home. According to the report, Russell plans to sign with a contender as he looks for his next opportunity. The move comes after Russell joined Memphis during the offseason as part of a multi-team transaction involving the Dallas Mavericks. Russell’s 2025–26 Numbers Russell spent the 2025–26 regular season with Dallas, appearing in 26 games. Stat 2025–26 Games 26 Minutes 19.0…

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Connecticut Sun Era Ends at Mohegan Sun as WNBA Franchise Says Goodbye to Connecticut

Brandon King

The final buzzer has sounded on the Connecticut Sun’s run at Mohegan Sun Arena. On Thursday, Sept. 24, the Sun played their final home game in Connecticut, defeating the Toronto Tempo 95-81. The result closed the franchise’s 24-season run in Uncasville, where the team had played since relocating from Orlando before the 2003 season. The victory provided a fitting final chapter, but the night was about more than the score. It marked the end of the Sun’s Connecticut era. A WNBA Era Comes to an End The franchise began as…

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Karl-Anthony Towns, Knicks Contract Talks Stagnate as $276 Million Extension Hangs in Balance

Brandon King

Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks have hit a standstill in contract-extension negotiations. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania and Vincent Goodwill, talks between the Knicks and their All-Star center have “stagnated,” with an agreement considered unlikely as New York prepares to open training camp . Towns is eligible for a four-year extension worth up to $276 million, but the two sides have not made significant progress recently after spending much of the offseason discussing a potential deal. The situation comes as the Knicks prepare to defend their NBA championship.…

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49ers’ Kyle Juszczyk Fined $14,926 for ‘Chugging Beer’ Celebration — But He Says He Doesn’t Even Drink Beer

Brandon King

49ers’ Kyle Juszczyk Fined $14,926 for ‘Chugging Beer’ Celebration — But He Says He Doesn’t Even Drink Beer The NFL fined San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk $14,926 for what the league classified as an “offensive demonstration” during Sunday’s 35–13 win over the Miami Dolphins. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the league’s fine letter stated that Juszczyk’s “imitation of chugging a beer” could reasonably be considered in poor taste. The celebration came after Juszczyk caught a six-yard touchdown pass from Brock Purdy in the third quarter, extending San Francisco’s lead…

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Toni Kukoc Refuses to Declare Today’s European Stars Better Than the ’90s Legends

Brandon King

Toni Kukoc is giving today’s international NBA stars plenty of respect—but he isn’t ready to put them ahead of the European legends who came before them. During an appearance on the Croatian program Sport Nedjeljom, the three-time NBA champion discussed the evolution of European basketball and the impact players such as Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic and Giannis Antetokounmpo have had on the NBA. Kukoc had particularly high praise for Jokic and Doncic, highlighting their basketball IQ and fundamentals. But when it comes to comparing the current generation with the European…

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WNBA News: Vancouver Group Sets Sights on Expansion Team for 2031

Brandon King

Could Vancouver be the WNBA’s next expansion market? A group of business and basketball leaders is putting together a plan to bring a WNBA franchise to Vancouver, British Columbia, potentially giving Canada its second WNBA team. The group is led by retired business executive Bill Bakk and Deloitte managing partner Jodi Evans, who have publicly outlined their plans as they work toward a potential franchise bid. There is one major hurdle: the WNBA has not announced any expansion beyond the three franchises already approved for Cleveland, Detroit and Philadelphia. Those…

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Monica McNutt Wins New York Sports Emmy for Best Studio Analyst

Brandon King

Monica McNutt has another major award to add to her growing résumé. The ESPN and MSG Networks basketball analyst has won the New York Sports Emmy for Best Studio Analyst, adding an Emmy to a career that has continued to expand across NBA, WNBA and college basketball coverage. McNutt’s recognition came Wednesday night at the 4th Annual New York Sports Emmy Awards, held September 23 in New York. The New York Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences hosted the ceremony celebrating excellence in New York sports…

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DETAILED LOOK: 2026 “Light Army” Air Jordan 4 Arrives October 2

Brandon King

Jordan Brand is taking the Air Jordan 4 in a muted, military-inspired direction with the upcoming “Light Army” colorway. New detailed images give sneakerheads another look at the 2026 release, which is currently scheduled to arrive October 2, 2026, exclusively in Europe. The pair carries the official color makeup of Light Army/Light Silver-Cargo Khaki-Phantom and features a tonal combination of olive, khaki, gray and off-white shades throughout the classic Tinker Hatfield-designed silhouette. A Closer Look The “Light Army” Air Jordan 4 is built around a muted olive-toned upper, giving the…

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Gregg Popovich Marries Former Assistant Coach Mike Budenholzer’s Ex-Wife

Brandon King

Gregg Popovich has a new ring — and this one has nothing to do with basketball. The legendary former San Antonio Spurs head coach has remarried, tying the knot with Mary Barth Budenholzer, the former wife of his longtime Spurs assistant coach, Mike Budenholzer. According to TMZ, a marriage license obtained in Bexar County, Texas, shows that Popovich and Mary were married on September 16. The relationship connects two of the most influential figures from Popovich’s legendary Spurs coaching tree in an unexpected way. Mike Budenholzer worked under Popovich in…

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Kevin Durant Has a Message for the Rockets About His Minutes: “Why?”

Brandon King

Kevin Durant isn’t interested in being automatically taken off the floor simply because he’s getting older. The Houston Rockets are considering managing Durant’s workload during the 2026-27 season, but the 20-year NBA veteran made it clear during media day that he doesn’t necessarily agree with the plan. “Why?” Durant asked when reporters brought up the possibility of Rockets coach Ime Udoka and general manager Rafael Stone reducing his minutes. Then KD explained his position. “I’m better on the court. The team is better when I’m on the court,” Durant said.…

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