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Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier Busted For Gambling

NBA player Terry Rozier and head coach Chauncey Billups were arrested by federal agents in connecction to gambling investigations on Thursday morning.

Kevin Durant’s Houston Rockets Contract Extension Scores Him the Highest Career Earnings in NBA History at $598.2 Million USD

SummaryNBA star Kevin Durant signed a two-year, $90 million extension with the Houston Rockets, surpassing LeBron James in career earningsThe deal brings Durant's total NBA career earnings (current and future salaries) to a record $598.2 million USDDurant took a lower salary than the maximum to provide the Rockets with flexibility for roster buildingNBA superstar Kevin Durant has finalized a two-year, $90 million USD contract extension with the Houston Rockets, a strategic move that immediately elevates his financial standing to historic new heights. The deal, which includes a player option for the 2027-28 season, makes Durant the NBA’s all-time career earnings leader.Durant's total career earnings, encompassing past and future guaranteed salaries, now stand at a staggering $598.2 million,...

A Family Affair, Three Antetokounmpo Brothers Sign with the Bucks

SummaryThe Milwaukee Bucks signed Alex Antetokounmpo to a two-way contract, uniting him with his brothersThis is a historic first in the NBA, with three brothers (Giannis, Thanasis, and Alex) on active roster contracts with the same teamAlex’s two-way deal offers a key developmental opportunity with the Bucks' G League affiliateThe Milwaukee Bucks have officially completed a historic family reunion. The team has finalized a deal to sign Alex Antetokounmpo, the youngest of the basketball-playing brothers, to a two-way contract. The news, first reported by ESPN and confirms a monumental moment in the league’s history.For the first time ever, three brothers -- Giannis, Thanasis and Alex -- are concurrently signed to active roster contracts with the same NBA franchise. This unprecedented union...

Cristiano Ronaldo Becomes Soccer’s First Billionaire

SummaryCristiano Ronaldo became the first footballer in history to achieve billionaire status, with an estimated net worth reaching $1.4 billion USDHis wealth is driven by over $550 million USD  in salary from clubs like Real Madrid and Al-Nassr, significantly boosted by a $400 million USD contract extensionRonaldo joins an elite group of athlete billionaires through his strategic global brand, CR7, lucrative endorsements and a lifetime deal with NikeCristiano Ronaldo has cemented his status as a sporting and commercial phenomenon, officially becoming the first professional soccer player in history to achieve a net worth of over $1 billion. According to the latest Bloomberg Billionaires Index, the global icon’s fortune now stands at an estimated $1.4 billion USD.This monumental financial m...

adidas Reveals Official Match Ball for FIFA World Cup 2026

SummaryTRIONDA is the Official Match Ball for the FIFA World Cup 26™, symbolizing the three host nations with red, green, and blue panelsIt features new Connected Ball Technology with a 500Hz chip to provide real-time data for faster, more accurate VAR decisionsThe ball uses a new four-panel construction and is available to purchase nowadidas has kicked off the countdown to football’s biggest international tournament by revealing TRIONDA, the Official Match Ball for the FIFA World Cup 26™. Named for the three host nations --Canada, Mexico, and the USA -- the ball’s dynamic design is a visual celebration of their union. TRIONDA, translating to "three waves," features flowing geometry where the national colors of red, green and blue converge in a triangle, symbolizing the three...

MiniShop Open Tennis Lands in Ibiza Blending Sport, Style and Spectacle

The sun-soaked courts of Sant Antoni played host to the debut of the MiniShop Open Tennis in Ibiza, a new kind of tournament where culture and competition collided. The highlight of the day was the victory of José Pastrana’s OUT team, who clinched the win after an electrifying final match against the local Concept Group team, led by the Calvo brothers and former world No. 8, Nico Almagro. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mini Shop Open Tennis (@minishop_open_tennis) Far from your standard tennis bracket, the event gathered 24 teams of athletes, creatives and familiar names from music, fashion and television. The lineup included stars like Feliciano López, actor Ricardo Gómez, Irish singer Roisin Murphy and model Juan Betancourt, with locals such as Los Enamorados and ...

adidas Taps Joe Budden To Narrate Anthony Edwards Sneaker Ad

Anthony Edwards has picked up the mantle that Allen Iverson left behind. For all of Iverson’s athletic feats on the court, he was just as much talked about for his bad-boy image off of it. At just 24, Edwards isn’t just the face of the Minnesota Timberwolves, he’s possibly the next young superstar to carry […]

The White House Confirms UFC Arena To Be Built on the South Lawn

SummaryUFC President Dana White has released renderings for a mixed martial arts arena on the White House's South Lawn for America 250 celebrations in 2026The arena would host 5,000 spectators and feature a lit arch framing the Washington MonumentThe White House seemed to confirm the "one-of-one" event on social mediaUFC president Dana White is assuring fans that all is moving smoothly for the upcoming White House fight. Taking to social media to reveal the official renderings of the mixed martial arts arena, which is set to be build on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington DC, the event is expected to bring a high-profile UFC fight to the most symbolic location in the United States, blurring the lines between politics, sports and spectacle.White presented the renderings of the s...

Johnnie Walker Kicks Off the Return of Hypegolf Clubhouse

This golf season, Johnnie Walker is bringing a special pouring series for the return of Hypegolf Clubhouse, in SoHo, New York. Clubhouse first appeared in 2022 as a conceptual retail space, spotlighting the intersection of sport and culture. Highlighting the myriad milestones achieved in the golf space, from innovative virtual applications like Trackman to cultural moments championing the sport’s modern fashion vanguard and diverse, next-generation fan base, Clubhouse celebrates the game you love and the brands shaping its future.Reprising its core mission to connect fans with key moments on the golf calendar, the flagship Hypegolf Clubhouse storefront returns to the city on August 29, ahead of the Ryder Cup tournament. Embracing the sport’s fusion with the arts, fashion and culture, Johnn...

LeBron James Enters the Hall of Fame With the “Redeem Team” in Historic Enshrinement

SummaryLeBron James has been inducted into the Hall of Fame as part of the 2008 "Redeem Team"He is one of the two active players to be inducted in the Hall of Fame, next to Chris PaulHis individual induction will take place after he retiresIn a moment that was always a matter of when, not if, LeBron James has officially been inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. While the ceremony solidifies his place in basketball history, it's particularly unique because he and Chris Paul are the first active NBA players to be enshrined. This historic moment was made possible by the induction of the 2008 U.S. Olympic Men's Basketball team, famously known as the "Redeem Team," which secured the gold medal in Beijing.LeBron's individual stats and achievements speak for themselves. Th...

UFC’s White House Fight Card Reportedly Planned for June 2026

SummaryThe UFC is reportedly planning a historic fight card at the White House in June 2026The event would feature fighters who have shown support for the current administrationThe move signals the UFC's growing influence in the political sphereIn a monumental development that would blur the lines between politics, sports, and entertainment, the UFC is reportedly planning to hold a fight card at the White House in Washington, D.C. The event, slated for June 2026, would mark a historic first, bringing professional mixed martial arts to the heart of American power. The news was first reported by multiple sports outlets, citing sources close to the promotion.While no official details have been confirmed, the proposed event would likely be a non-title card to avoid the logistical challenges of...

Broadcasters Asked to Censor Reaction to Trump’s Attendance at US Open

The USTA sent a memo to broadcasters asking them "to refrain from showcasing any disruptions or reactions in response to the President's attendance in any capacity." Broadcasters Asked to Censor Reaction to Trump’s Attendance at US Open Scoop Harrison