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LeBron James and Lakers lose desired NBA star to New Orleans Pelicans

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are out of the race to get NBA star. The Los Angeles Lakers have to build a championship roster around LeBron James in the final years of his career. So far, there are no big splashes from general manager Rob Pelinka. In the 2024 NBA Draft, Dalton Knecht was a great addition and, of course, there’s the emotional side to Bronny James arriving to the franchise. However, there’s no real upgrade from last...

McLaughlin-Levrone sends pre-Olympic jolt running 50.65 to break world record (again) in 400 hurdles

EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — For the better part of two years, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone all but disappeared from the 400-meter hurdles course. Turns out, she wasn't hiding or looking for something else to do. Just getting better at what she does best. The 24-year-old Olympic champion lowered the world record for the fifth time Sunday, closing out U.S. Olympic trials with 10 leaps over the barriers, then an all-out sprint toward the finish line in 50.65...

Aussie golfer Cam Davis breaks down in tears after claiming $2.5 million PGA Tour victory

Australian golf star Cam Davis has held his nerve to claim his second PGA Tour win with a dramatic one-shot victory at the Rocket Mortgage Classic in Detroit.

Simone Biles shuts down all questions

While it was never much in doubt, United States gymnastics legend Simone Biles officially punched her ticket to the upcoming 2024 Olympics in Paris this weekend. As the Associated Press reports, Simone Biles posted the top all-around score at trials this weekend to clinch the automatic spot on the United States Olympic team. “The gymnastics Read more... The post Simone Biles shuts down all questions appeared first on Next Impulse Sports.

"Had every right to be pissed"; "Garbage ump, the ball was clearly foul" - Astros fans support Jose Altuve after controversial ejection against Mets

Fans reacted as the Houston Astros saw Jose Altuve was ejected in the impressive 10-5 victory over the New York Mets on Sunday. The Astros have been on fire, as they surpassed the .

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope agrees to three-year deal with Eastern Conference team

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has been part of two NBA title-winning teams. In search of his third title, he appears to be taking on a veteran role with a younger team.

Simone Biles' Husband Posts Seven-Word Message After She Made Olympics History

Simone Biles dominated the second night of competition at the U.S. Gymnastics Olympic Trials on June 30. After finishing as the first place, all-around champion, Biles automatically clinched her spot on the women's gymnastics roster for the 2024 Paris Olympics. At age 27, she is the oldest American ...

2024 BET Awards: Red Carpet Fashion

Kyle Larson explains Ross Chastain wreck and sends message to Kyle Busch

Kyle Larson inadvertently wrecked both Ross Chastain and Kyle Busch in overtime at the Ally 400 in a chaotic NASCAR Cup Series finish.

Fans Left Praying for Jimmie Johnson's Star's NASCAR Demotion Amidst Weekly Cup Blunder: "Get Ready to Learn Xfinity"

Trouble stuck around Lap 117 for John Hunter Nemechek on the front stretch at Nashville. The post Fans Left Praying for Jimmie Johnson's Star's NASCAR Demotion Amidst Weekly Cup Blunder: "Get Ready to Learn Xfinity" appeared first on EssentiallySports.

Diana Taurasi Drops Honest Admission on Caitlin Clark After Sunday's Loss to Indiana Fever

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark appears to have earned the respect of Phoenix Mercury legend Diana Taurasi. Clark and the Fever shocked the Mercury with a come from behind victory on the road. Taurasi shared what she's most impressed by from the WNBA rookie. "It's amazing. What Caitlin's been ...

49ers Coach Kyle Shanahan's New Look Goes Viral in Picture From Christian McCaffrey's Wedding

San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan tried out a new look at Christian McCaffrey's wedding. A viral image from the running back's wedding to model Olivia Culpo showed Shanahan sporting new facial hair. Wearing a dark tuxedo with sunglasses and his hair slicked back, Shanahan sported a mustache ...

2024 NBA Free Agency: All The Deals Completed On Day 1

The 2024 NBA Free Agency began with multiple players finding new homes across the NBA.

Jamaican Olympic Track and Field Trials Final results: Shericka Jackson stuns in 200m, Nickisha Pryce tops 400m

The Jamaican Olympic Track and Field Trials 2024 came to a conclusion on June 30, 2024, after four days of intense action at the National Stadium in Kingston.

Stanley Cup champ has explicit message for LIV Golf star Brooks Koepka at victory parade

Florida Panthers Stanley Cup champion Aaron Ekblad had a message for LIV Golf star Brooks Koepka as he and the team celebrated the victory on Sunday.

Why USA gymnastics chose Hezly Rivera over Joscelyn Roberson, Leanne Wong for Paris 2024 Olympics roster

Meet Hezly Rivera and learn why she was chosen to represent Team USA in the 2024 Olympics.

Dallas Mavericks mysteriously sign 3-and-D Pelicans wing to three-year deal

The Dallas Mavericks reportedly signed a 3-and-D wing from the New Orleans Pelicans to a three-year deal.

Sky’s Angel Reese makes WNBA history as her mom nervously looks on

There’s more than one history-making rookie in the WNBA. Sky forward Angel Reese entered the team’s Sunday game against the Lynx on a nine-game double-double streak, tied for the longest in league history. The FT that soldified Angel Reese in the history books for most consecutive double-doubles in a single szn Reese finished with 10 PTS, 16 REB pic.twitter.com/Yazfu0OIkp — WNBA (@WNBA) June 30, 2024 Her mother, Angel, nervously watched while...

Simone Biles and ... whoever is left standing for Paris? | Opinion

With Skye Blakely already out with a ruptured Achilles, Shilese Jones and Kayla DiCello have their nights cut short by injuries

Clippers Big Man Signs with Suns

In one of the last moves to close out the first day of NBA free agency (June 30th), the Phoenix Suns have signed 6’11” Mason Plumlee. The deal is only for one year, meaning that he could be on to a new team as soon as 2025.

Utah Royals fire head coach Amy Rodriguez, along with team president and goalie coach, after tough start to season

The Utah Royals made some vast changes this weekend, firing head coach Amy Rodriguez and goalkeeper coach Maryse Bard-Martel on Sunday, according to a team news release. Per the release, the team is also letting go of team president Michelle Hyncik, who will "begin transitioning to a new opportunity" within the office of team owner David Blitzer. A...

New TNT Champion finally crowned after AEW forced Adam Copeland (fka Edge) to vacate his title

A controversial AEW star won his first singles title in almost ten months following a gruesome match that took place tonight at this year's Forbidden Door pay-per-view.

It's official — the OKC Thunder have won the Paul George trade

What's been known for years became official on Sunday. The Oklahoma City Thunder have won the Paul George trade over the LA Clippers. Like a quarterback kneeling out the last couple of plays, George's departure officially sealed the book of this multi-year saga. According…

U.S. track and field trials results: Who qualified for Paris Olympics?

The 2024 U.S. Olympic track and field trials have concluded after 10 days of intense competition. See which athletes will represent Team USA in Paris.

Philadelphia 76ers news: Team makes first signing of NBA free agency, add 2-time All-Star

Philadelphia 76ers fans are waiting for some potentially huge news as NBA free agency opens up around the basketball world.

Major upset at AEW x NJPW: Forbidden Door III

A major upset occurred tonight during the Zero Hour of the Forbidden Door pay-per-view, with a popular AEW star pinning a former women's champion.

Reports: Chris Paul agrees to deal with Spurs after release from Warriors

Chris Paul has agreed to a deal with the San Antonio Spurs after his Sunday release by the Golden State Warriors, according to multiple reports. The contract is for one year and $11 million-plus, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. Golden State waived Paul ahead of a Sunday deadline that would have guaranteed his contract for $30 million next s...

Kansas City Chiefs have a major competition brewing for final wide receiver spots

A full breakdown of the candidates hoping to land one of the final roster spots at wide receiver for the Chiefs.

MLB announces rule changes to the beloved Home Run Derby

The Home Run Derby will be slowing down a bit to address player safety concerns. No longer will a player see however many pitches they can squeeze into a round, but instead will see a maximum of 40, which is less than last year's average of 43 per round. The first two rounds will be three minutes, and the final round will be two minutes. Further, bonus attempts won't be clocked as in the past, but will allow three "outs" to each batter with the potential to earn more for homers over 425 feet. Lastly, the first round will not be head-to-head, but the top half of the eight hitters will advance to the semifinals.

Athletics-McLaughlin-Levrone steals the show on last night of US Olympic trials

(Reuters) - Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone broke the women's 400 metres hurdles world record for the fifth time on Sunday after crossing the line in 50.65 seconds at the U.S. Olympic trials in Eugene, Oregon. The 24-year-old Olympic champion improved on her previous mark of 50.68 set two years ago at the same Hayward Field track and will travel to Paris to defend her title. McLaughlin-Levrone was in

27-year-old WWE star demands a title match; Ava receives request

Every WWE Superstar aspires to win a championship to further their pro wrestling career. The Stamford-based promotion gives everyone several chances via various PLEs and number-one contender matches.

Lakers Free Agency Targets Jonas Valanciunas & Chris Paul Sign With New Teams

With NBA free agency getting underway, the pressure is on Los Angeles Lakers vice president of basketball operations and general manager Rob Pelinka to make the necessary moves to improve the roster and get back into championship condition.

UFC 303 star breaks down in floods of tears as she announces retirement to Joe Rogan

Moments after her match at UFC 303, Michelle Waterson-Gome announced her retirement from MMA in a tear-filled interview with Joe Rogan.

MLB umpires ejected Jose Altuve after losing his cool due to controversial call

Houston Astros infielder Jose Altuve was ejected after losing his cool following a controversial call on Sunday.

Meet the U.S. Olympic women's gymnastics team, headlined by Simone Biles, Suni Lee

The U.S. women's gymnastics team for the 2024 Paris Olympics has been finalized. Simone Biles will lead the five-person team.

Dallas Mavericks lose key starter to hated rival in free agency

The Dallas Mavericks lost a key starter to one of their most hated rivals in free agency.

WNBA legend changes opinion on Caitlin Clark

When Caitlin Clark was preparing to enter the WNBA, Diana Taurasi delivered a pretty clear warning to her as she declared that “reality is coming” for Clark once she entered the league. But after her first matchup with the rookie sensation on Sunday, she seemed to change her tune. Caitlin Clark helped lead the Indiana Read more... The post WNBA legend changes opinion on Caitlin Clark appeared first on Next Impulse Sports.

Caitlin Clark battles through illness, nearly posts first-ever triple-double by WNBA rookie

On a day when fellow rookie Angel Reese set the WNBA record for most consecutive double-doubles, Caitlin Clark nearly made history of her own… while playing through some sickness. Clark finished a pivotal 88-82 win over the Phoenix Mercury just one rebound shy of the first-ever triple-double by a rookie in WNBA history. She ended the contest with 1...

"I think he would be an average player in our league" - Michael Jordan on a pre-NBA LeBron James in 2003

MJ gave his take on LeBron's potential before the Akron native made his NBA debut with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

NHL Free Agency: Predicting the Landing Spots of the Top 65 Available Free Agents

NHL Free Agency is right around the corner and there are plenty of big names available to be had. SprotsGrid predicts the landing spots of the top free agents.

Former WWE Superstar makes his return at AEW x NJPW: Forbidden Door III

A former WWE Superstar returned to AEW after being away for more than four weeks at AEW x NJPW: Forbidden Door III. The stat being discussed is Mistico.

Kyle Busch branded 'unluckiest driver' after controversial NASCAR decision

Kyle Busch was heavily involved in a chaotic end to the Ally 400 as his bad luck continued in the NASCAR Cup Series.

Wimbledon order of play and Monday’s schedule

Wimbledon order of play and Monday’s schedule - Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, Emma Raducanu and Coco Gauff take to Centre Court on the opening day of the Championships

Christie Sides Getting Called Out For Late Caitlin Clark Decision In Fever-Mercury

On Sunday afternoon, Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever defeated Diana Taurasi, Brittney Griner, and the Phoenix Mercury by a final score of 88-82. The Fever ended their two-game skid and moved to 8-12 in the 2024 WNBA season. After the game, WNBA fans were calling out Fever coach Christie Sides ...

Top Center Spurns Lakers for $30 Million Deal With Wizards

Another target fell off the free agency big board for the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday, as Jonas Valanciunas signed with the Washington Wizards. The post Top Center Spurns Lakers for $30 Million Deal With Wizards appeared first on Heavy.com.

Trans runner Nikki Hiltz headed to Paris Olympics, sends a message in record US Trials win

The nonbinary reigning and defending 1500-meter national champ races on to Paris with the second-fastest 1500 by an American ever The post Trans runner Nikki Hiltz headed to Paris Olympics, sends a message in record US Trials win appeared first on Outsports.

The Warriors Waived Chris Paul Instead Of Trading Him And Andrew Wiggins To The Bulls For Zach LaVine

The Golden State Warriors turned down an opportunity to acquire former All-Star Zach LaVine from the Chicago Bulls.

USA Olympic track and field team 2024: Meet the full roster for Paris, from Sha'Carri Richardson to Noah Lyles

A complete look at the USA Olympic track and field team heading to Paris.

Joey Logano flips off, threatens Denny Hamlin during Ally 400: ‘Got one coming’

During the Ally 400, Joey Logano and Denny Hamlin were racing each other hard. For Logano, it was a bit too much. The NASCAR champion was more than upset at Hamlin for the way he decided to race the 22-car. Whatever Denny did to Joey made the Team Penske driver furious. To play Devil’s Advocate, Logano was on two tires versus Hamlin on four fresher...

Arch Manning’s dad vocal on real reason behind decision to stay at Texas football

When Quinn Ewers announced that he would be staying at the Texas football program for 2024 instead of entering the NFL Draft, many believed that Arch Manning should or would transfer so he could start elsewhere, but his dad, Cooper, spoke on why he is staying put at the Manning Passing Academy this week. “I