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New York Giants defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence has played his final snap with the team, at least if he has his way. Lawrence is not interested in re-negotiating his Giants contract and wants a trade, according to Paul Schwartz of the New York Post. The two sides did engage in some negotiations, but he is … The post All-Pro defensive lineman is reportedly done with the Giants appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Draymond Green turned in a defensive masterclass during the Golden State Warriors’ play-in win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night, and new information has emerged to make it even more impressive. Green was battling an illness during the Warriors’ 126-121 win over the Los Angeles Clippers at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, Ca. ESPN’s … The post Draymond Green was so sick during Warriors’ win appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Cincinnati Reds and San Francisco Giants had an odd bench-clearing incident Thursday after the final out of the game had been recorded. The Reds dropped the series finale to the Giants 3-0 Thursday at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, Oh. Giants pitcher Erik Miller and Reds infielder Sal Stewart exchanged words after Stewart … The post Benches clear after final out of Reds-Giants game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
One of LeBron James’ former teammates is the first defendant in the NBA gambling scandal to plead guilty. Former player and assistant coach Damon Jones plans to plead guilty to sports gambling charges, according to Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic. Jones had initially pleaded not guilty to selling insider information to sports gamblers. Jones has … The post Ex-LeBron James teammate to plead guilty in NBA gambling scandal appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo is firing back at LaMelo Ball over Ball’s controversial move in the NBA Play-In Tournament. Adebayo revealed Thursday that Ball has not apologized to him for the trip that knocked him out of Miami’s 127-126 overtime loss to the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday. Ball had said after the game that … The post Bam Adebayo addresses whether LaMelo Ball apologized to him appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The New York Jets are thought to have narrowed their choices down to two players with the No. 2 overall pick in the NFL Draft. The Jets are expected to pick either Texas Tech pass rusher David Bailey or Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese, according to Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports. Many expect them to … The post Jets are picking between 2 players with the No. 2 pick appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Los Angeles Lakers’ injury situation is serious enough that they might have to lean on Bronny James during their upcoming playoff series. Lakers coach JJ Redick said Wednesday that James will likely be part of the team’s gameplan for their Western Conference quarterfinal series against the Houston Rockets. The coach emphasized that James has … The post Bronny James likely to have playoff role for Lakers appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
At least two NBA stars will successfully circumvent the league’s 65-game awards rule this season after the NBA and NBPA ruled in their favor on a challenge Thursday. Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic and Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham will both be eligible for end-of-season awards, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Under the … The post NBA allows 2 star players to be eligible for awards appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
ESPN NFL Draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. is still riding with Shedeur Sanders. Dan Orlovsky, another ESPN analyst, has established himself as a firm believer in Alabama’s Ty Simpson during the pre-draft process, and it has drawn comparisons to Kiper’s adamant belief in Sanders last year. Kiper weighed in on that Wednesday by saying Orlovsky … The post Mel Kiper Jr. doubles down on his Shedeur Sanders stance appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
A former Alabama Crimson Tide player allegedly dressed up in wigs and wore makeup to impersonate multiple NFL players as part of a scheme to obtain fraudulent loans. Luther Davis, who played for Alabama from 2007-2010, is expected to plead guilty in a $20 million fraud case, via Daniel Kaplan of The Guardian. Davis and … The post Former Alabama player allegedly wore wigs to impersonate NFL players in fraud case appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
A’Ja Wilson has officially reset the market in the WNBA. The four-time MVP signed a new three-year contract to return to the Las Vegas Aces, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. The supermax deal is worth $5 million, and is fully guaranteed. By comparison, Wilson made $200,000 in 2025. A'ja Wilson, the WNBA's first ever … The post A’ja Wilson signs largest contract in WNBA history appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Brian Kelly does not think he did a poor job at LSU despite his firing last season. Kelly defended his tenure in a new interview with John Brice of USA Today. While he conceded he “didn’t win enough games,” he questioned whether that was a fair criticism. “I guess you do have to start with … The post Brian Kelly strongly defends his LSU tenure appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Troy Aikman will apparently be at least somewhat involved in the Miami Dolphins’ NFL Draft process. Aikman has been advising the Dolphins on football matters since the end of the season, raising questions about his potential involvement in the team’s NFL Draft process. On Wednesday, GM Jon-Eric Sullivan suggested Aikman will not be involved — … The post Troy Aikman has bizarre NFL Draft involvement with Dolphins appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Houston Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai is on the injured list after just three starts, and the Japanese right-hander thinks moving to America has something to do with it. Imai recorded just one out in his last start on Friday and was placed on the injured list with right arm fatigue. Through his interpreter, Shio Enomoto, … The post Astros pitcher blames ‘American lifestyle’ for his arm injury appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson is drawing first-round interest in the NFL Draft, and one intriguing team is bringing him in for a pre-draft visit. Simpson is visiting the Arizona Cardinals on Wednesday, according to Field Yates of ESPN. Wednesday marks the final day that prospects are allowed to take visits. On the final day … The post Ty Simpson takes pre-draft visit to intriguing team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Charlotte Hornets survived for another day with their dramatic win over the Miami Heat on Tuesday night, but they may have to play without LaMelo Ball as they try to get into the playoffs. The NBA is investigating Ball’s alleged trip of Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo during Tuesday’s 127-126 overtime win at Spectrum … The post LaMelo Ball could be disciplined for tripping Bam Adebayo appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Jerry Jones might be planning something big for the first round of the upcoming NFL Draft. NFL reporter Jordan Schultz said Tuesday that the Cowboys are a “team to watch” regarding a potential trade up. The Cowboys have the 12th and 20th picks, and are thought to be coveting a player the New York Giants … The post Cowboys could try to trade in front of NFC East rival at NFL Draft appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone had some high praise for one rival player. In an appearance on the “Talkin’ Yanks” podcast, Boone was full of praise for Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Chandler Simpson, who is regarded as potentially the fastest player in baseball. Boone even invoked Deion Sanders’ name, having played with him on … The post Aaron Boone reveals which rival player reminds him of Deion Sanders appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Former Michigan coach Sherrone Moore has been sentenced for an incident with a staff member following his firing as head coach. Moore was sentenced to 18 months of probation and fined for two misdemeanors, via Dan Wetzel of ESPN. He could have faced up to a year in prison for trespassing and malicious use of … The post Sherrone Moore sentenced for incident with his staffer appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Dianna Russini has decided to resign from The Athletic amid controversy over photos of herself with New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel. Russini submitted her resignation letter on Tuesday, via Rob Maaddi of the Associated Press. While she maintained that there was nothing inappropriate about her relationship with Vrabel, she cited the media firestorm as … The post Dianna Russini makes decision about her future amid Mike Vrabel photos appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
If Giannis Antetokounmpo gets traded this offseason, one team appears likely to be extremely aggressive in trying to land him. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported on “NBA Today” Tuesday that Pat Riley and the Heat are extremely motivated to land a huge name this offseason and will look into any star that becomes available. Charania specifically … The post Eastern Conference team likely to aggressively pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Miami Heat and Charlotte Hornets will face off in the NBA’s Play-In Tournament on Tuesday, but Bill Simmons thinks there should be some added incentive to win the game. Simmons suggested on “The Bill Simmons Podcast” that the loser of the game should have to take back disgraced guard Terry Rozier. Rozier played for … The post Bill Simmons had the best suggestion for the Hornets-Heat play-in game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Iowa Hawkeyes have been forced to vacate multiple wins due to illegally tampering with former quarterback Cade McNamara. The NCAA announced Tuesday that Iowa would face punishment for “impermissible contacts with a student-athlete who was enrolled at another NCAA school at the time and who had not yet entered the NCAA Transfer Portal.” Coach … The post Iowa punished for tampering with ex-QB Cade McNamara appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Steve Kerr’s future with the Golden State Warriors is not in serious doubt, but the coach has apparently caused some frustration behind the scenes this year. Kerr’s contract expires at the end of the season, and the coach openly wants to stay and there is no internal expectation of a split, according to Nick Friedell … The post Steve Kerr has created ‘internal frustration’ with Warriors appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
