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Don Kelly got to live out every MLB manager’s dream this week — cursing out Laz Diaz. The Pittsburgh Pirates played Wednesday against the division rival St. Louis Cardinals. In the seventh inning at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, Pa., Pirates outfielder Ryan O’Hearn was called out on strikes off a checked swing. Diaz was the … The post Pirates manager Don Kelly cusses out umpire Laz Diaz during game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
A former NFL All-Pro is ready to start working on that bucket list. Veteran safety Justin Simmons announced in a post to social media on Wednesday that he is retiring from the NFL. Simmons is signing a one-day contract to retire as a member of the Denver Broncos, who drafted him exactly 10 years to … The post 4-time All-Pro defender announces his retirement from NFL appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Victor Wembanyama is not afraid to wear his emotions on his sleeve. The San Antonio Spurs star Wembanyama was interviewed this week by Maxime Aubin of leading French outlet L’Equipe. The interview came with Wembanyama having just won the first playoff series of his NBA career by helping the Spurs defeat the Portland Trail Blazers … The post Victor Wembanyama responds to those criticizing him for crying appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Miami Heat may finally be ending the Boy Wonder era this offseason. Miami appears to be headed towards a divorce with veteran guard Tyler Herro, Heat writer Greg Sylvander reported this week in a local Discord server. Sylvander noted that the way sides will likely be parting ways “one way or another.” Herro, 26, … The post Miami Heat are expected to part ways with 1 All-Star player appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Draymond Green is looking to add to his lengthy list of enemies. The Golden State Warriors veteran Green made some waves this week with his comments about the Cleveland Cavaliers on the latest episode of his self-titled podcast. In particular, Green targeted Cavaliers big man Jarrett Allen for being “soft.” “Jarrett Allen seems to get … The post Draymond Green calls out 1 NBA All-Star as ‘soft’ appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Me’Arah O’Neal is officially headed to Big Blue Nation. The 19-year-old Me’Arah announced to her Instagram page this week that she is transferring to the University of Kentucky. Me’Arah entered the NCAA transfer portal earlier this month and is now set to play the 2026-27 season with the Wildcats. View this post on Instagram A … The post Shaq’s daughter Me’Arah O’Neal announces her transfer decision appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Javy Baez cost himself with a lapse in judgment during Tuesday’s game. The Detroit Tigers infielder Baez was up to bat in the fifth inning at Truist Park in Atlanta, Ga. with a runner on second and nobody out. Baez bounced a routine groundball to Braves shortstop Mauricio Dubon, but Dubon’s throw sailed a bit … The post Javy Baez suffers an ugly ankle injury on ill-advised slide into first base appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
It is Groundhog Day all over again for Joel Embiid. The Philadelphia 76ers star center Embiid had to leave Game 5 against the Boston Celtics on Tuesday due to an apparent knee injury. In the third quarter at TD Garden in Boston, Mass., Embiid rotated over to defend a drive by Boston’s Jaylen Brown. The … The post Joel Embiid exits Game 5 with a concerning knee injury appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Tennessee Titans are getting thrown a curveball this week. Tennessee president of football operations Chad Brinker announced in a statement on Tuesday that he is stepping down from his position. Brinker noted that “as I’ve spent less time in personnel, I have a renewed conviction that it is time to return to what I … The post Titans have a major shakeup in their front office appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
You at least cannot accuse Jabari Smith Jr. of frontrunning. The Houston Rockets forward Smith spoke with reporters on Tuesday before Wednesday’s Game 5 against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif. Houston is currently facing elimination in the first-round series as they trail the Lakers 3-1. During his remarks, Smith … The post Rockets’ Jabari Smith Jr. takes a shot at Lakers in middle of playoff series appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Orlando Magic are definitely acting different right now. Orlando went viral before Monday’s Game 4 against the Detroit Pistons at Kia Center in Orlando, Fla. for their unusual pregame embrace. Magic teammates Noah Penda and Goga Bitadze were shown on television in the tunnel doing what appeared to be a drug-themed handshake. As part … The post Orlando Magic players appear to do a drug-themed handshake before game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Two Los Angeles Lakers players are now feeling the wrath of the league office. The NBA announced on Monday that Lakers guards Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard have been fined. Smart is being fined $35,000 for “questioning the integrity of the game officials,” and Kennard is being fined $20,000 for “directing inappropriate language towards game … The post 2 Lakers players get fined for criticizing the referees appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Kansas City Chiefs are adding a player with a famous (albeit common) last name. Kansas City has signed running back EJ Smith as an undrafted free agent. Smith’s former school, Texas A&M, made the announcement in a post over the weekend. Adding an Aggie to Chiefs Kingdom. EJ Smith has signed as an undrafted … The post Chiefs sign the son of a former NFL MVP appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Phil Jackson is respawning this week with a suggestion for how to improve the modern NBA. The legendary Hall of Fame coach Jackson posted his first message to X in more than a year on Monday. In his post, Jackson reacted to some comments from Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr, Jackson’s former Chicago … The post Phil Jackson shares his 1 suggestion for improving the NBA appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The baseball is not the only revolting thing about the Los Angeles Angels this season. The team’s home ballpark, Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif., is dealing with an infestation of rodents. Edward Lewis of The California Post reported on Monday that health officials shut down a concession area at View Level 432 in the stadium … The post Report: Angel Stadium is dealing with a rodent infestation appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Denver Nuggets are facing elimination right now, but Nikola Jokic still appears to be fully committed to them regardless. There is “zero indication” at the moment that Jokic intends to pursue a move out of Denver, veteran NBA writer Marc Stein reported this week during an appearance on the “The ALL NBA Podcast.” Stein … The post Notable update surfaces on Nikola Jokic’s future appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Diego Pavia may be getting a chance to form something of an odd couple in Baltimore. The former Vanderbilt quarterback Pavia has accepted an invite to rookie minicamp from the Baltimore Ravens, Adam Schefter of ESPN reported on Sunday. After officially going undrafted this week, Pavia will be joining the Ravens for minicamp next weekend. … The post Everyone made the same joke about Diego Pavia joining Ravens appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Denver Nuggets and the Minnesota Timberwolves will officially have every (healthy) player available for Monday’s Game 5. The NBA announced on Sunday that they are handing down fines only for Saturday night’s Game 4 incident between the Nuggets and the Timberwolves. Denver star Nikola Jokic is being fined $50,000 and Minnesota counterpart Julius Randle … The post NBA decides on punishments for Nuggets-Timberwolves Game 4 fight appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Jason Varitek is doing is best right now to grin and bear it. The Boston Red Sox decided on the nuclear option on Saturday, firing manager Alex Cora and several other top coaches. The drastic move came with the Red Sox having gotten off to a lousy 10-17 start to the 2026 MLB season. Varitek, … The post Jason Varitek had a priceless reaction to the Red Sox firings appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Kevin Durant may already be torching his goodwill with yet another franchise. The Houston Rockets star Durant missed Game 3 of his team’s first-round series against the Lakers on Friday with an ankle sprain. The absence came after he also missed Game 1 of the series due to a knee injury. Prior to Sunday’s Game … The post Kevin Durant appears to be leaving his Rockets teammates in the dark appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The jokes are writing themselves now that Jared McCain is on the Oklahoma City Thunder. McCain, the Thunder guard, went viral during Saturday’s Game 3 against the Phoenix Suns for his pathetic flop attempt. In the third quarter at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz., McCain was driving up the floor after a made free … The post Jared McCain had the worst flop attempt of the NBA playoffs appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Billy Donovan and Al Horford might just end up being reunited. The former Chicago Bulls head coach Donovan is waiting for the Golden State Warriors head coaching job to potentially open up, Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated reported this week. Mannix notes that the Warriors’ status as a veteran, win-now team may be appealing to … The post Report: Billy Donovan wants 1 NBA head coaching job appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Oscar Delp was overshadowed a bit at the NFL Draft by his furry friend. The former University of Georgia tight end Delp was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the third round on Friday. Delp went with the No. 73 overall pick to New Orleans. Georgia Football posted a great video to their X … The post Dog of Saints pick Oscar Delp becomes Internet star during NFL Draft appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Jalen Suggs got Beef Stew’d during Saturday’s Game 3. Suggs and the Orlando Magic faced off against Isaiah Stewart and the Detroit Pistons for the third game of their first-round playoff series. In the second quarter at Kia Center in Orlando, Fla., Stewart rotated over to defend a Suggs drive to the rim and ended … The post Isaiah Stewart gets a flagrant foul for whacking Jalen Suggs in the face appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
