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A top Republican Tennessee lawmaker found himself in hot water Tuesday evening after attempting to pull down a referee’s pants at his son’s basketball game. “I was wanting him to fight me,” State Rep. Jeremy Faison said of the bizarre incident at the game between two private Christian schools. “Totally lost my junk and got booted from the gym. I’ve never really lost my temper for all to see, but I did tonight and it was completely stupid of me. Emotions getting in the way of rational thoughts are never good. I hope to be able to find the ref and ask for his forgiveness. I was bad wrong. “It’s ...
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During the last few seconds of Wednesday night’s tie between the Milwaukee Bucks and Charlotte Hornets, Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo won the nailbiter of a game for Milwaukee. Reflecting on his game-winning layup, Antetokounmpo had some jokes about his part in the Bucks’ exciting 127-125 victory. Sneaky does not typically describe Antetokounmp’s game since he usually asserts his talent and dominance on the court. However, in this case, Giannis did what he believed was necessary to lead the team to their eighth straight victory and capped an enormous personal performance while doing so...
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Charlotte Hornets forward PJ Washington is in the midst of a dispute with ex-girlfriend Brittany Renner over their baby boy. On August 13, Washington tweeted, “Just want to see my son,” and has posted multiple stories and photos on his social media accounts pleading his case. The former 12th overall draft pick’s latest tweets have reinvigorated rumors over child support payments and whether Renner, an Instagram model with over four million followers, has been deliberately “taking advantage” of Washington during their relationship.
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The LA Clippers have officially traded away Patrick Beverley, Rajon Rondo and Daniel Oturu to the Memphis Grizzlies for point guard Eric Bledsoe. The trade will mark Bledsoe’s return to the Clippers, as he played his first three seasons in the league with the team from 2010-2012. Bledsoe has had himself a busy offseason. Earlier this summer, Bledsoe was traded by the New Orleans Pelicans to the Grizzlies alongside Steven Adams and multiple draft picks. On the surface, the decision to trade two guards for Bledsoe may understandably be perceived as questionable, considering that Bledsoe posted t...
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We are witnessing an exciting turning point for African basketball. On July 10, 2021, Nigeria defeated team U.S.A. in an exhibition game, becoming the first African team to beat a U.S. national team. The victory came nine years after the United States crushed Nigeria by 83 at the Summer Olympics in London. African hoopers are continuing to make huge waves in the best basketball leagues around the world, epitomized by Greek-Nigerian superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the Milwaukee Bucks to their first NBA championship since 1971. Capped by a 50-point masterpiece in Game 6 to close out the ...
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Los Angeles Police Department Chief Michel Moore said that a categorical use of force investigation was used regarding the arrest of New Orleans Pelicans center Jaxson Hayes. Hayes was arrested two weeks ago in Los Angeles for an alleged altercation with officers who responded to a report of a domestic dispute. The Los Angeles Police Protective League sent a letter to NBA commissioner Adam Silver demanding the league take action on Hayes for his actions. The police union alleges that the center became combative and criminally assaulted an officer during his arrest. “Mr. Silver,” the officers s...
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Houston Rockets‘ Jalen Green shined in his NBA Summer League debut against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Green spent last season playing for the Ignite in the G League and declared for the 2021 NBA Draft. Green was drafted by the Rockets with the second pick. Using his experience from the G League, he was able to make an impressive Summer League debut. Green scored 23 points, five rebounds and two assists in their 84-76 win over Cleveland. Green shot 9 of 18 from the field. The guards’ 23 points led all the starters. “The ultimate goal for the G League Ignite was to be a pro and learn the game as m...
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Point guard Dennis Schröder has agreed to a one-year deal worth $5.9 million with the Boston Celtics. Schröder confirmed the signing on Instagram. “I’m proud to announce that for the 2021–22 season, I’ll be playing with the Boston Celtics,” Schröder wrote. “This is one of the best franchises in NBA history, and it will be an honor to put on the green and white and do what I love. I’m going out there every night and leaving it all on the floor for the city. Who’s ready?” The offseason has not gone the way Schröder had hoped for. This past season, Schröder declined a contract extension worth $84...
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Andre Iguodala will return to the Golden State Warriors after two seasons with the Miami Heat. Iguodala spent six seasons with the Warriors from 2013-2019 before being traded to the Heat. The forward was a crucial part of the Warriors dynasty, winning three championships in five finals appearances. Iguodala was named the NBA Finals MVP for their 2015 NBA Championship. Furthermore, he was a dependable wingman that could defend, score, and adapt whether in a starter role or as a bench player. In 2018, he was traded to the Heat signing a two-year $30 million contract extension. In his two seasons...
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Kawhi Leonard declined his $36 million player option for the 2021-22 season. However, the two-time Finals MVP has reportedly decided to re-sign with the L.A. Clippers, with the terms of the deal being hashed out. Before this past season, Leonard was non-committal about his plans in free agency. “Not saying I’m going anywhere else or staying here, but I’m just focused on the season,” he told reporters. “Obviously, if I’m healthy, the best decision is to decline the player option, but that doesn’t mean I’m leaving or staying.” Leonard is coming off another stellar year during which he was named...
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