The NBA Just Banned a Player for Life. It Had No Choice.: He did things worse than anything Pete Rose ever got up to.
slate.com/culture/2024/04/jontay-porter-lifetime-ban-nba-sports-betting-scandal-gambling.html
Quick Glance: Lifetime Ban as Warning to NBA Gamblers: Coach
- Commissioner Adam Silver's firm stance on Raptors bench player Jontay Porter serves as a cautionary tale for potential NBA gamblers.
- The NBA's decision to ban Jontay Porter due to his involvement in gambling did not come as a surprise to anyone in the league.
- NBA bit players pose a gambling risk and were seen as an ideal example in this cautionary tale, as mentioned by an NBA coach.
- Porter's limited significance as a player will lead to the story fading quickly, even though it may be referenced in relation to his brother Michael Porter Jr. and the Nuggets during the playoffs.
Larry Nance Jr. on the Thunder:
“We got a ton of respect for them, but respectfully I'm betting on the Pels… No Jontay Porter.”
(via @CAlmanza1007 )
Proud Boys group leader sentenced to over 5 years in prison for attacking police during Capitol riot
apnews.com/article/scott-miller-proud-boys-sentencing-capitol-riot-212ce817b7c04c6d9ac433e766b7cb9e
Joe Alwyn, Matt Healy and Travis Kelce appear to be Taylor Swift’s latest inspirations
cnn.com/2024/04/19/entertainment/joe-alwyn-matt-healy-travis-kelce-taylor-swiftt/
Adrian Wojnarowski says that the Miami Heat are well-positioned to potentially acquire a star who aligns with Bam Adebayo's age timeline
(h/t @ohnohedidnt24 )
Quick Glance: Bam Adebayo's Journey as Guardian of Heat Culture
- Bam Adebayo has taken on the responsibility to continue the tradition of Miami Heat and is the new keeper of Heat Culture.
- Heat Culture embodies maniacal intensity, unwavering accountability, and relentless toughness that have survived through generations since 1995.
- Adebayo learned from Haslem and Wade, officially taking on the role of Heat captain to carry on the culture and traditions.
- His leadership qualities shine through direct communication, personal bonding with teammates, and taking responsibility in challenging moments.
The Chicago Bulls are in the 3rd biggest market in America. They’ve only paid the luxury tax once. It’s actually hilarious how cheap they are ... Show more
Aaron Rodgers Plays Ball With Podcasters and Conspiracy Theorists: The N.F.L. great was supposed to be the Jets’ savior. But since arriving in New York ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/nyregion/aaron-rodgers-jets-podcasts.html
Quick Glance: Aaron Rodgers and the Podcast Conspiracy
- Aaron Rodgers, along with other pro football players, spent a week in Costa Rica in search of transformation.
- During his retreat, news from his home country emerged, including the possibility of running for vice president and conspiracy theories about the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre.
- These unusual events contrast with the image expected of an N.F.L. champion, raising questions about Rodgers' stance and actions.
- Despite his athletic success and prominence in the entertainment industry, Aaron Rodgers' recent activities and statements have put him in the spotlight, challenging his role as a player and personality.
Video of a Colorado Rockies coach sitting in cockpit during team flight prompts FAA probe
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/video-colorado-rockies-coach-sitting-cockpit-team-flight-prompts-faa-p-rcna148554
Kelly Oubre Jr. takes shot at Madison Square Garden’s celebrity row ahead of Knicks-76ers series
ahnfiredigital.com/nba/philadelphia-76ers/kelly-oubre-jr-takes-shot-at-msgs-celebrity-row-ahead-of-knicks-76ers-series/
LSU's Angel Reese has chosen her new nickname as she joins the Chicago Sky: LSU's Angel Reese has chosen "Chi Barbie" as her new nickname as she joins ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsus-angel-reese-chooses-her-new-nickname-with-chicago-sky/article_96e3cf4e-74e6-506c-b671-1f1b27c6bb79.html
Coban Porter, Michael Porter Jr.'s younger brother, has been sentenced to six years in prison for a drunk driving crash that resulted in the death of a woman ... Show more @SteveStaeger
Quick Glance: Coban Porter sentenced to prison after fatal crash
- Coban Porter, the brother of Denver Nuggets star Michael Porter Jr., was sentenced to six years in prison on Friday for killing a woman in a drunk-driving crash last year.
- Porter pleaded guilty in February to vehicular homicide and vehicular assault on the condition of a maximum eight-year sentence.
- Porter was driving drunk when he crashed into another vehicle in Denver in January 2023, resulting in the death of Kathy Limon Rothman.
- During the emotional hearing, many people described Coban Porter as a man of quality character full of remorse for his actions. Prosecutors asked for the maximum sentence and urged Porter to speak publicly about the dangers of drunk driving.
Miami Heat, New Orleans Pelicans win play-in games to claim final two spots in NBA playoffs
usatoday.com/story/sports/nba/2024/04/19/heat-bulls-pelicans-kings-nba-play-in-tournament/73392128007/
Caitlin Clark's shoe deal with Nike is worth over $20 million, according to @ShamsCharania .
Adidas and Under Armour were among the finalists ... Show more @UpAndAdamsShow
LeBron James tattoo artist loses trial against 'NBA 2K' maker Take-Two: Take-Two Interactive's 2K Games, the maker of the popular 'NBA 2K' basketball video-game ...
reuters.com/legal/litigation/lebron-james-tattoo-artist-loses-trial-against-nba-2k-maker-take-two-2024-04-19/
Quick Glance: LeBron James Tattoo Artist Loses Case Against 'NBA 2K' Maker Take-Two
- Take-Two Interactive's 2K Games successfully defended against allegations of copyright infringement regarding LeBron James' tattoos in their games.
- The jury found that Take-Two had the right to depict the tattoos based on their agreement to use James' likeness in the games.
- Tattoo artist Jimmy Hayden sued Take-Two, claiming that their depiction of his tattoos in the NBA 2K series violated his copyrights.
- The verdict was deemed significant for the entertainment industry and individuals concerned about sharing their tattooed bodies freely.
The Lakers are the favorites to land Trae Young, per @BovadaOfficial Los Angeles Lakers +300
Chicago Bulls +500
Dallas Mavericks +700
San Antonio Spurs +700
Utah Jazz ... Show more
Oldest MLB player turns 100: Roomed with Yogi Berra, stymied Ted Williams: Yankees pitcher Art Schallock played for three World Series champions: “I thought it ...
theathletic.com/5427558/2024/04/19/oldest-mlb-player-turns-100-roomed-with-yogi-berra-stymied-ted-williams/
Mannnnnn Bryce James got me rollingggg 🤣🤣🤣 sound on, sound on
Steph Curry on his relationship with Andrew Wiggins:
“It’s like that parent-child relationship. Not to say he is a child but to only ask him to do what he is ... Show more @NBCSWarriors
Carmelo to LaMelo Ball on who should get the “Melo” nickname:
“You ain’t gotta worry about that name. You got it. I’m supportive of you.”
(via @7PMinBrooklyn )
NFL Mock Draft from the bookmakers: The betting odds on the individual draft picks
ran.de/sports/american-football/nfl/galerien/nfl-mock-draft-der-buchmacher-die-wettquoten-auf-die-einzelnen-draft-picks-361795
As Jameson Taillon delivers a win in his season debut, Chicago Cubs rely on resiliency during challenging start
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/19/chicago-cubs-jameson-taillon-jed-hoyer/
BREAKING: The Arizona Coyotes are officially headed to Salt Lake City starting next season, sources tell The Athletic.
On Thursday ... Show more @reporterchris
Why many WNBA players leave the U.S. to supplement their incomes: Caitlin Clark's relatively low salary of $76,535 in her first year in the pros sheds light on ...
nbcnews.com/news/sports/many-wnba-players-leave-us-supplement-incomes-rcna148192
Damian Lillard says he’s happy in Milwaukee, but he has some off-court stuff that have been draining for him
“I saw somebody say “Dame’s not happy in ... Show more
Lakers’ LeBron James on Nikola Jokic: “He’s one of the best players to ever play this game.”
denverpost.com/2024/04/19/lebron-james-nikola-jokic-best/
Kentucky’s final player from the Calipari era makes a decision. He’s going to transfer.
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287757780.html
the top 10 in Clutch WPA (Win Probability Added)
1. Stephen Curry2. Giannis Antetokounmpo3. DeMar DeRozan
4. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander5. Paul George
6 ... Show more
Nickeil Alexander-Walker took the 6th most corner 3s in the NBA and hit 44.5% (!) this year
Gifted defender—corals & keeps excellent ball handlers in ... Show more
Sixers fans want to part with Tobias Harris. They may get their wish this summer.
inquirer.com/sixers/sixers-tobias-harris-nba-playoffs-new-york-knicks-20240419.html
Is this the last stand for Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl and the Oilers?: While the future in Edmonton remains unsettled, the Oilers are chasing playoff success ...
theathletic.com/5425994/2024/04/19/connor-mcdavid-leon-draisaitl-edmonton-oilers-nhl-playoffs/
LeBron James gives Nikola Jokic his flowers:
“He’s one of the best players to ever play this game. It’s that simple…”
(via @jovanbuha )
Caitlin Clark blocks Antonio Brown on social media after he made rude posts about her
independent.co.uk/life-style/caitlin-clark-antonio-brown-twitter-b2531587.html
Reed Sheppard will enter the NBA draft. His Kentucky career is over.: Kentucky basketball star Reed Sheppard will enter the 2024 NBA draft and does not plan to ...
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287302460.html
“That's not a great fanbase at all. It hasn't been. They're frontrunners.”
- Michael Wilbon on the Miami Heat(h/t @awfulannouncing )
When Fans Fight Back: Oakland has become a new center of sports fan activism. But with the A’s headed to Las Vegas, what are the fans there still fighting for? ...
theringer.com/mlb/2024/4/18/24132083/oakland-athletics-relocation-sacramento-fan-resistance-boycott
Quick Glance: Fan Resistance
- Summary of protest efforts by Oakland Athletics fans against the team's planned relocation.
- Organization of boycotts, demonstrations, and fan festivals to demonstrate solidarity and determination.
- Highlighting issues in professional sports such as ownership, equity, and representation through protest actions.
- Emphasis on the voice and power of fans, as well as the impact of collective actions on changes in sports.
Larry Nance:
“Respectfully, I'm betting on the Pels. I'm not betting, no Jontay Porter. I'm not betting. I'm not betting on anything ... Show more @PelsFilmRoom
Kyrie Irving says he misses the days when players tried out for Team USA and competed against each other
“I wish my brothers well ... Show more
Warriors’ guard Klay Thompson not yet thinking about next season: Less than 24 hours after the Golden State Warriors’ season ended, Klay Thompson said Wednesday ...
sfchronicle.com/sports/warriors/article/warriors-guard-klay-thompson-not-thinking-next-19408406.php
Quick Glance: Kings-Warriors: Coach Kerr Endorses NBA Play-In
- Coach Steve Kerr supports the NBA play-in tournament for adding excitement to the season.
- The play-in format provided a lifeline for the Kings and Warriors, who wouldn't have made the playoffs in the old system.
- The Kings face challenges due to injuries to key players, while Coach Brown praises the Warriors' core players.
- Brown highlights the impact of Chris Paul and his greatness in the NBA.
“Character is not made in a bed of roses and sunshine. Like steel, it’s forged in fire, between the hammer and the anvil.
Right now ... Show more @AlexMSolana
MLB roundup: Rangers hit three HRs, outslug Tigers: Jonah Heim hit a two-run home run, Marcus Semien and Adolis Garcia delivered solo shots and the visiting ...
reuters.com/sports/mlb-roundup-rangers-hit-three-hrs-outslug-tigers-2024-04-19/
He needs one more day on the roster for an MLB pension. Can the Braves help?: 67-year-old Gary Cooper of Savannah spent 42 days on the Atlanta Braves roster in ...
gpb.org/news/2024/04/12/he-needs-one-more-day-on-the-roster-for-mlb-pension-can-the-braves-help
Ashley Moyer-Gleich becomes second woman ever to be selected to officiate in NBA playoffs
cnn.com/2024/04/19/sport/moyer-gleich-nba-second-woman-playoff-spt-intl/
For the fourth time in five seasons, familiar foes will face each other in the NBA playoffs 😯Boston Celtics 🆚 Miami Heat
NFL Mock Draft: New York Giants trade down and provide QB hammer: The time between free agency and the draft is the time of mock drafts. Who goes when? Who will ...
ran.de/sports/american-football/nfl/galerien/nfl-mock-draft-von-ran-autor-chris-lugert-new-york-giants-traden-runter-und-sorgen-fuer-quarterback-hammer-361604
Caitlin Clark Nearing Nike Deal Worth 50 Times Her WNBA Salary: The No.1 overall pick reportedly turned down Under Armor despite it sending its top athlete—Steph ...
thedailybeast.com/caitlin-clark-nearing-nike-deal-worth-50-times-her-wnba-salary
The New York Rangers Are in Pole Position. That’s What’s So Scary.: It’s been 30 years since the team won a Stanley Cup, and the last decade in particular has ...
theringer.com/nhl/2024/4/19/24134342/new-york-rangers-nhl-playoffs-preview-stanley-cup
Auston Matthews ends his legendary regular season with 69 goals 🚨
The last person to do that was Mario Lemieux in 1995-96 👀
Darius Garland says that in this week’s practices, the Cavs are really emphasizing physicality by bumping into each other, holding, and grabbing, per @camijustice
Caitlin Clark's entire WNBA team, combined, will get paid about the same as one random back-bench NBA player next year. www.axios.com/2024/04/17/caitlin-clark-wnba-salaries-pay-contract
Arkansas' John Calipari hires Kenny Payne as an assistant after duo previously worked together at Kentucky
cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/arkansas-john-calipari-hires-kenny-payne-as-an-assistant-after-duo-previously-worked-together-at-kentucky/
This is Ryan Smith’s new ‘Plan A’ for Utah’s NHL arena: After originally thinking he would build a new arena, Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith said Friday he prefers ...
sltrib.com/sports/jazz/2024/04/19/this-is-ryan-smiths-new-plan-utahs/
Michigan basketball recruiting: Four-star Justin Pippen, son of Scottie Pippen, first to commit to Dusty May
cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/michigan-basketball-recruiting-four-star-justin-pippen-son-of-scottie-pippen-first-to-commit-to-dusty-may/
Biden Calls Out Sports Pay Gap Amid Caitlin Clark Salary Debate: President Joe Biden stepped into the conversation around WNBA first draft pick Caitlin Clark’s ...
rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/joe-biden-sports-pay-gap-caitlin-clark-wnba-salary-1235006419/
Detroit Lions unveil new uniforms: Honolulu Blue and silver, white, and black alternates
usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2024/04/18/detroit-lions-new-uniforms-unveiled-black-alternate-jerseys-back/73377931007/
Quick Glance: Lions Unveil Modern Classic Uniforms and Black Alternates with Overhauled Helmet Design
- Following the premature leak of the Detroit Lions' new jerseys online, the full uniforms were officially unveiled at an evening event for season-ticket holders at Ford Field.
- Influenced by Ford Motor Company's relaunching of the Bronco in 2021 as a modernized classic, the uniforms borrowed heavily from the Lions' early 1990s look.
- The black alternate uniforms feature an overhauled black lion logo, triggering memories of a past era of Lions football among fans, with detailed explanations provided at the Ford Field event.
- Small changes to helmets and jerseys, along with insights into the design decisions, were thoroughly explained to fans during the unveiling of the new uniforms at Ford Field.
Kyrie Irving says he ‘grew up in a time’ when you had to try out for USA Basketball after omission from Paris 2024
cnn.com/2024/04/19/sport/kyrie-irving-team-usa-olympics-selection-spt-intl/
Eagles’ Jalen Hurts Makes Huge Donation to Philadelphia Schools: The quarterback is helping the City of Brotherly Love attack a longstanding problem.
si.com/nfl/2024/04/19/eagles-jalen-hurts-200k-donation-philadelphia-schools
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Chicago baseball report: Cubs’ Jordan Wicks shows swing-and-miss stuff, while White Sox match franchise’s worst 18-game start
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/19/chicago-baseball-report-cubs-white-sox-2/
NFL prospect AJ Simon dies one week before the draft: College football player Amitral “AJ” Simon died just one week before potentially realizing his pro-ball ...
nbcnews.com/news/sports/nfl-prospect-aj-simon-dies-one-week-draft-rcna148392
Quick Glance: Mourning NFL Draft Hopeful and Former High School Football Star
- The talented player AJ Simon from Albany University and NFL draft prospect has passed away at the age of 25.
- No cause for his death has been disclosed.
- Simon, a 6-foot-1, 267-pound defensive lineman, played at Pocono Mountain West High School and was a significant player at Albany University.
- Prior to the upcoming NFL Draft, he reportedly made a visit to the New England Patriots ahead of the draft.
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