BREAKING: Raptors' Jontay Porter has received a lifetime ban from the NBA. ๐จ
Quick Glance: NBA Bans Jontay Porter of Raptors for Gambling Violations
- Jontay Porter of the Toronto Raptors was banned from the league for disclosing confidential information to bettors, limiting his participation in at least one game with the Raptors, and betting on NBA games in the G-League.
- NBA commissioner Adam Silver stressed the importance of protecting the integrity of NBA competition for fans, teams, and all associated with the sport when announcing the ban.
- The investigation into Porter began in late March after sportsbooks noticed unusual betting on the reserve center's statistics in two Raptors' games, where Porter exited early in each game.
- Porter placed at least 13 bets on NBA games through an associate's online betting account, totaling $54,094. The total payout from these bets amounted to $76,059, resulting in a net winnings of $21,965.
GO GET THAT BAG CAITLIN. ๐ฐ
The Arizona Coyotes get a win in their final game at Mullet Arena. ๐ซก
Quick Glance: NHL Confirms Coyotes Sale, Move to Salt Lake City
- The team previously known as the Arizona Coyotes will be relocated to Utah by the NHL to play as a new franchise in the upcoming season, as announced by the league on Thursday.
- Smith Entertainment Group, represented by Ryan and Ashley Smith, acquired the team and its existing hockey assets from Alex Meruelo for $1.2 billion, as reported by sources to ESPN.
- Approval for the sale was granted during a virtual NHL board of governors meeting held on Thursday afternoon.
- The players, draft picks, and the hockey department of the Coyotes will move to Utah to compete for a new, yet-to-be-named franchise.
The Lions new uniforms are here. ๐
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(๐ธ: Detroit Lions)
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.
Team USA has unveiled their Olympic roster for Paris 2024, and this team is looking SCARY. ๐ฅถ
(๐ธ: USA Basketball)
Jimmy Butler limped out of Wells Fargo after tonight's Play-In loss to the Philadelphia 76ers(๐ฅ: x/jakelfischer)
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Poston up by 2, Scheffler 6 back after Round 1 at Hilton Head: HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (AP) โ Scottie Scheffler is running on fumes after an exhausting Masters ...
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The Mystics are moving from the 4,200-seat Entertainment & Sports Arena to the 20,000-seat Capital One Arena for Caitlin Clark's visit to Washington. ๐
Jason Kelce lost Super Bowl ring in pool of chili : Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is now without a Super Bowl ring after losing the prized ...
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Quick Glance: Jason Kelce loses Super Bowl ring in chili pool
- Jason Kelce revealed recently that he lost his Super Bowl LII ring in an unusual way: in a pool filled with chili.
- During the 'Great Lombaby Games,' Kelce lost his genuine Super Bowl ring in a pool of Skyline chili while participants searched for replicas.
- His brother Travis called him an 'imbecile' for placing such a valuable item voluntarily into a large tub of chili.
- Kelce, who retired from the NFL, seemed unfazed by the ring's loss and is considering having a new one made.
A big second half lifts the 76ers to advancing to play the Knicks in the first round. ๐๐ฅ
(via theScore Bet)
Patriots' owner Robert Kraft also reportedly said Belichick was 'extremely difficult and obstinate and kind of stubborn and, in the end ... Show more
Where does Klay open up the 2024-25 season? ๐งโคต๏ธ
After being the star of the show screaming during free throws at last year's play-in, Diar DeRozan will miss the Bulls game tonight while she's at camp. ๐
Quick Glance: Key Insights from Lakers vs. Pelicans Play-In Game
- After Zion Williamson exited due to an injury and scoring 40 points, the Lakers won and secured the 7th seed.
- The Lakers will face the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the playoffs, while the Pelicans will play the Kings for the 8th seed.
- Zion Williamson delivered an impressive performance before his injury, and the Lakers clinched a crucial three-pointer courtesy of D'Angelo Russell.
- The Pelicans struggled with their identity, and the Lakers displayed weaknesses in their game, leading to uncertainties ahead of their matchup against Denver.
Let's hear it. ๐ฃ
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...and now Kucherov become the only players with 100 assists in a single season. ๐๐
This angle of the Holloway KO. ๐ฑ๐ฅ
(๐ฅ: Max "Blessed" Holloway)
Yikes. ๐ฒ๐ฌ๐ฌ
FLEURY IS BACK! ๐จ
This is essentially how it went down. ๐คฃ๐คฃ๐คฃ
Klay Thompson takes a moment to soak it in for what could be his final game as a member of the Golden State Warriors. ๐ฅน
(via x/anthonyvslater)
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.
Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark's Eventful WNBA Draft Week
- Caitlin Clark, the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer, had a whirlwind week before the WNBA Draft, signaling just the beginning of her promising career.
- From the national championship to "SNL" to the Empire State Building and the draft, Clark is celebrated as one of the most sought-after and scrutinized rookies in the WNBA.
- After a series of events within eight days, including appearances on "Saturday Night Live", meetings, and honors, Clark looks forward to starting her professional career with the Indiana Fever.
- With a 190 percent increase in ticket prices and a massive fan response upon her arrival at the Fever, Clark and the team have high hopes for a successful season and a return to the playoffs.
The Sacramento Kings SURVIVE! They will face the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday for the 8 seed. ๐
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THE KLAW IS (reportedly) HEADING TO PARIS. ๐ซ๐ท
LePlayIn. ๐
Well that was a fun start to the Play-In Tournament. ๐
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Thoughts on Angel Reeseโs All-Trash Talk team? ๐ค๐ฃ๏ธ
The Phoenix Suns will reportedly give Grayson Allen a $70M deal. ๐จ
He shot 46.1% from 3 this season. ๐
A look at Team USA's reported 2024 roster. ๐
(h/t Adrian Wojnarowski)
Connor McDavid HAS BECOME THE 1ST PLAYER SINCE Wayne Gretzky (1990-91) TO RECORD 100 ASSISTS IN A SEASON. โผ๏ธ๐
Patrick Mahomes says he isn't there yet. ๐๐ฃ๏ธ
Quick Glance: Embarking Towards a New Goal: Mahomes and Chiefs Prepare
- Following their victorious conclusion of Super Bowl LVIII, the Chiefs initiated their first meetings to kickstart their 2024 campaign.
- Coach Andy Reid stressed the importance of building fundamentals for the players during the voluntary offseason program.
- The Chiefs conducted online sessions, shared their season plans, and intensified their training sessions to enhance team chemistry.
- There were changes in the coaching staff, including promotions and new members, to get ready for the upcoming season.
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