LeBron James won’t be paying, and neither will Patrick Mahomes. The multi-million dollar sports superstars revealed Friday they won’t be paying the monthly fee for verification via Twitter Blue. “Welp guess my blue [check] will be gone soon cause if you know me I ain’t paying the 5,” James tweeted Friday afternoon with a shrugging … Read more
As Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins remains away from the team due to “personal reasons,” his girlfriend is speaking out against false rumors online. In a message posted Thursday on Twitter, Mychal Johnson, called the internet a “sick place” as chatter regarding Wiggins’ absence from Golden State continues. “The internet is really a sick place,” Johnson … Read more
Charles Barkley continues to be a riot. Barkley was holding court with Greg Gumbel, Clark Kellogg and Kenny Smith on CBS/Turner’s NCAA Tournament coverage on Friday, and Sir Charles broke into a legendary aside about how he used to wash his own NBA uniform in the shower. The anecdote began with Barkley, 60, throwing a … Read more
Sneakers worn by Michael Jordan could fetch a historical price as they go up for auction at Sotheby’s. The big-pocket pair of Air Jordan 13s is anticipated to be the most expensive pair of sneakers ever to by auctioned and could rack up anywhere between $2-4 million at Sotheby’s, according to CNBC. The pair was worn … Read more
Steve Ballmer is fired up about all the plumbing at the new Clippers arena. The Clippers are moving from the Crypto.com Arena to brand new digs near SoFi Stadium in 2024, and Ballmer, the former Microsoft leader who owns the franchise, did a barnstorming media appearance on Tuesday to hype everyone up about the relocation. … Read more
The Raptors are backpedaling after they released an ill-received video honoring women’s history month. After initially releasing the video on social media, the Raptors deleted the clip and apologized. “We’re an organization that prides itself on doing the right thing when it comes to inclusion and representation, and we made a mistake [Tuesday],” the Raptors … Read more
Could “forever and always” help Kevin Durant tune out the noise? That’s what NBA analyst Ric Bucher suggested Thursday on FS1’s “Speak,” when he addressed the new Suns forward’s often contentious relationship with critics and how marriage can potentially offer a different perspective on engagement. “Kevin Durant needs to get married,” Bucher began on the … Read more
Nikola Jokic is likely on the verge of winning his third straight MVP award, and ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins has a reason why: racism. On “First Take” Wednesday, the controversial NBA analyst suggested MVP voters foster bias toward black players by pointing out that only Dirk Nowitzki, Steve Nash and Jokic have won the award since … Read more
Nina Westbrook is furious with ESPN. After the Lakers traded Russell Westbrook to the Jazz on Wednesday, his wife ripped a report by ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, who claimed a source told him that Westbrook was “a vampire” in the locker room. On Thursday, Nina denied the report in an Instagram comment under a post by … Read more
It’s her sole talent. A UK woman dubbed the “World’s Sexiest Archer” — who has even performed for the late Queen Elizabeth II — is blowing up the internet due to her unique ability to shoot arrows using just her feet. “Foot archery is simply archery — turned upside down!” said Orissa Kelly, 27, of … Read more
What a tangled web the Lakers have weaved. Hours before Thursday’s NBA trade deadline, the Lakers acquired Malik Beasley from the Jazz, along with D’Angelo Russell and Jarred Vanderbilt as part of a deal with the Timberwolves. Beasley’s move to Los Angeles now means he’ll be part of the same organization that employs Scotty Pippen … Read more
LeBron James celebrates in the locker room after breaking Kareem Abdul-Jabbars, all time scoring record of 38,387 points against the Oklahoma City Thunder on February 7, 2023 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, California. NBAE via Getty Images Source link
Shannon Sharpe is still coming at Ja Morant. The Fox Sports analyst criticized the Grizzlies’ superstar guard on Monday, a day after it was reported Morant’s entourage trained a red laser on members of the Pacers’ traveling party. “I wish Ja would realize he’s not a thug,” Sharpe said on his “Undisputed” show. “Ja is … Read more
Chandler Parsons thinks LeBron James went way too far in his tantrum against the refs. The ensemble on FanDuel TV’s “Run It Back” was discussing the play in which James appeared to be hacked by Jayson Tatum in the closing seconds of Lakers-Celtics on Saturday night. No foul was called and James threw a massive … Read more
A sports media saga took an unexpected turn on Tuesday. Jalen Rose lashed out at media personalities who make hay trolling the Dallas Cowboys, following their playoff loss to the 49ers. Many people who saw the tweets believed they were directed at Rose’s ESPN colleague, Stephen A. Smith. “So glad I didn’t make a career … Read more
Shannon Sharpe apologized for sparking an NBA melee over the weekend, stating on Monday’s episode of “Undisputed” that he takes “full accountability for what transpired” during the Lakers’ 122-121 win over the Grizzlies in Los Angeles on Friday night. “As you probably have heard or seen Friday night at the Lakers game, I want to … Read more
Former Knicks forward Jared Jeffries had an exciting start to the new year. The 41-year-old Jeffries appeared on Monday’s episode of “The Price Is Right,” where he kicked off the show in winning fashion by correctly guessing the price of a car during the “One Away” game, scoring the vehicle in the process. “What a … Read more
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New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. [Buzzer sound] The NBA is back! Earlier this week, the 2022-2023 NBA season kicked off with two blockbuster games: the Lebron James’ Lakers at Steph Curry’s Golden State Warriors in the West and the 76ers facing off against … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. The Brooklyn Nets have one of the most exciting starting fives in basketball. With Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, Ben Simmons, Joe Harris and Seth Curry on the floor, it’s clear to see why prognosticators believe the team to … Read more