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Doc Rivers had a brutal quote about Joel Embiid’s health

Joel Embiid’s reputation for poorly-timed injuries might wind up being his legacy, whether fair or not. Milwaukee Bucks coach Doc Rivers weighed in on Embiid’s latest health issue on Sunday. Rivers, who coached Embiid with the Philadelphia 76ers from 2020-2023, reacted to Embiid’s appendicitis by essentially saying these things always happen to the star center … The post Doc Rivers had a brutal quote about Joel Embiid’s health appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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NFL Draft bust ‘pissed off’ after injury cuts short comeback attempt

A former NFL Draft bust’s comeback attempt has been cut short after he suffered a serious injury, and he is none too happy about it. Former Denver Broncos quarterback Paxton Lynch attempted a comeback this spring with an arena football team. However, Lynch’s effort was cut short after less than three games when he suffered … The post NFL Draft bust ‘pissed off’ after injury cuts short comeback attempt appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mike Vrabel makes unusual move amid Dianna Russini investigation

Anyone who wants to ask New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel questions about his relationship with Dianna Russini will apparently be made to wait a while. The Patriots are scheduled to hold their pre-draft news conference on Monday, but Vrabel will not be taking part, according to Mike Reiss of ESPN. While it is not … The post Mike Vrabel makes unusual move amid Dianna Russini investigation appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Former World Series manager Phil Garner dies at 76

Former MLB player and manager Phil Garner has died at 76. Garner died after a battle with pancreatic cancer, his family said in a statement. He “passed away peacefully” while surrounded by family. The Pittsburgh Pirates, where Garner spent the most memorable portion of his playing career, paid tribute to the former second baseman with … The post Former World Series manager Phil Garner dies at 76 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Top transfer Flory Bigunda makes his college decision

Flory Bigunda, the top transfer in the portal, has decided on his new school. Bigunda has committed to Louisville, according to Pete Thamel of ESPN. Oregon guard Jackson Shelstad, another top transfer, will also be going to the Cardinals. Source: Oregon guard Jackson Shelstad and Kansas big man Flory Bidunga have both committed to Louisville. … The post Top transfer Flory Bigunda makes his college decision appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Sergio Garcia warned for smashing his club against tee box

Sergio Garcia had a bit of a meltdown on No. 2 Sunday at The Masters. Garcia received a code of conduct warning after smashing his driver against the tee box in frustration after hitting his tee shot into a bunker at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Ga. He proceeded to take a swing at … The post Sergio Garcia warned for smashing his club against tee box appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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North Carolina got roasted for its Michael Malone post

The North Carolina Tar Heels are getting roasted on social media for a post that may have hyped up new head coach Michael Malone a bit too much. The Tar Heels have been eager to tout their new head coach’s credentials since announcing Malone’s hiring last week. On Saturday, their X account posted a graphic … The post North Carolina got roasted for its Michael Malone post appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Kings make decision on coach Doug Christie

The Sacramento Kings have reportedly already made a decision on the future of head coach Doug Christie. The Kings have no plans to fire Christie and intend to bring him back for another season, according to Sam Amick of The Athletic. While the team has fallen well short of internal expectations, the organization does not … The post Kings make decision on coach Doug Christie appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Travis Hunter responds to reports about his likely position

Jacksonville Jaguars two-way player Travis Hunter has some questions about recent reports about his planned role for 2026. NFL Network recently reported that the Jaguars intend to use Hunter as a full-time cornerback and part-time receiver in 2026. On Sunday, Hunter responded by seemingly calling that report into question on X. “Now who told you … The post Travis Hunter responds to reports about his likely position appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Avalanche coach Jared Bednar hospitalized after taking puck to face

Colorado Avalanche coach Jared Bednar was hospitalized after a bizarre incident that saw him take a puck to the face during Saturday’s game. Bednar was struck by an attempted clearance while on the bench early in the third period during Colorado’s game against the Vegas Golden Knights at Ball Arena in Denver, Co. The puck … The post Avalanche coach Jared Bednar hospitalized after taking puck to face appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Texas A&M baseball players ran on field to help grounds crew with tarp

The Texas A&M baseball team had to come to the aid of the grounds crew on Saturday when a storm forced the game into a delay. The Aggies’ game against Texas at Blue Bell Park in College Station, Tx. was forced into a delay thanks to a huge downpour on Saturday afternoon. Conditions were rough, … The post Texas A&M baseball players ran on field to help grounds crew with tarp appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Nuggets have big Nikola Jokic decision to make for season finale

The Denver Nuggets have a decision to make when it comes to playing Nikola Jokic during Sunday’s regular season finale against the San Antonio Spurs. Jokic is officially listed as questionable for Sunday’s game after sitting out Friday’s game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. That leaves the star center with 64 games played, meaning he … The post Nuggets have big Nikola Jokic decision to make for season finale appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Denzel Clarke gives up home run on robbery attempt

Athletics center fielder Denzel Clarke has shown himself capable of stealing home runs during his MLB career. On Saturday, his attempt to do so against the New York Mets went very wrong. Clarke was trying to line up a deep fly ball off the bat of New York’s Francisco Alvarez during Saturday’s game at Citi … The post Denzel Clarke gives up home run on robbery attempt appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Rory McIlroy’s Masters lead slips away after brutal sequence

Rory McIlroy lost his lead at The Masters on the back nine Saturday, with one sequence in particular hastening his fall. McIlroy entered Saturday at -12 with a six-stroke lead, but saw it slip away thanks to a few poorly-timed bogeys and strong play from rivals. His day was best summed up on No. 11, … The post Rory McIlroy’s Masters lead slips away after brutal sequence appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jazz Chisholm blamed the weather for his slow start

New York Yankees infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. is off to a slow start at the plate this season, and he thinks the reasons for it are outside of his control. Chisholm was hitting just .170 entering play Saturday, but was not worried about his numbers. The second baseman said he wasn’t hitting because the weather … The post Jazz Chisholm blamed the weather for his slow start appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Shane Lowry gets his 2nd career Masters hole-in-one

Shane Lowry became the first player in the history of The Masters tournament to collect two career hole-in-ones at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Ga. Lowry aced No. 6 on Saturday on a perfect shot. He got a rousing ovation from the patrons and pumped his fists enthusiastically. Needing one stroke on No. 6, … The post Shane Lowry gets his 2nd career Masters hole-in-one appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Michigan had the best way of announcing Dusty May’s new contract

Michigan Wolverines athletic director Warde Manuel confirmed Saturday that coach Dusty May will be staying, and he did so in the best way possible. Manuel confirmed on stage at Michigan’s celebratory championship rally in Ann Arbor that he had reached a verbal agreement with May on a new contract. The news received a huge ovation … The post Michigan had the best way of announcing Dusty May’s new contract appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Victor Wembanyama has bold take on his DPOY odds

Victor Wembanyama is not modest about his expectations for an end-of-season award haul. The San Antonio Spurs center was asked if he would be surprised if he did not win Defensive Player of the Year honors unanimously at the end of the season, and Wembanyama did not mince words. “Yes, I would,” Wembanyama said. “Yes, … The post Victor Wembanyama has bold take on his DPOY odds appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Cowboys DB arrested on felony drug charge

Dallas Cowboys defensive back Markquese Bell is facing a felony drug charge after being arrested on Friday. Bell was arrested by Prosper, Tex. police and charged with possession of a controlled substance and marijuana, per ESPN’s Todd Archer. Possession of a controlled substance is a felony. The Cowboys are aware of the arrest and declined … The post Cowboys DB arrested on felony drug charge appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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LeBron James has cryptic message about facing Steph Curry again

LeBron James and Steph Curry went the entire season without playing against each other, and James is using that fact to once again raise questions about his own future. Curry did not play in Thursday’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers as the Golden State Warriors manage his right knee injury. That meant the two … The post LeBron James has cryptic message about facing Steph Curry again appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Colts seek to trade former Pro Bowl defensive back

The Indianapolis Colts and their top slot corner are heading for a breakup. The Colts have mutually agreed to seek a trade for cornerback Kenny Moore II, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The move comes with Moore entering the last season of his contract. While Moore did not confirm that his time with Indianapolis is … The post Colts seek to trade former Pro Bowl defensive back appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jaylen Brown got roasted over his pitch to win MVP

Jaylen Brown is not seen as a frontrunner in the NBA MVP race, but that has not stopped him from making his case to win the award. Unfortunately for him, nobody is buying it. ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne asked Brown in an interview if he thinks he should be the MVP this year. Brown’s response was … The post Jaylen Brown got roasted over his pitch to win MVP appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Eagles make intriguing trade for young wide receiver

The Philadelphia Eagles are adding some help at wide receiver with the future of AJ Brown still up in the air. The Eagles acquired wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks from the Green Bay Packers in exchange for a future fifth- and sixth-round pick, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Wicks will also sign a one-year, $12 million … The post Eagles make intriguing trade for young wide receiver appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Joe Buck addresses his future at ESPN

Joe Buck is heading into the last year of his contract with ESPN, but that does not mean he is looking to go elsewhere. In an interview with Richard Deitsch of Sports Business Journal, Buck made it clear that he wants to end his career at ESPN and has no interest in working anywhere else. … The post Joe Buck addresses his future at ESPN appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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