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Everyone said the same thing about Nets’ Jordi Fernandez decision

The Brooklyn Nets are doubling down on their rebuild, but not everyone is impressed with the decision they made on Monday. The Nets announced that they have signed head coach Jordi Fernandez and his staff to multi-year contract extensions. In a statement, the organization called Fernandez a “tremendous leader” who had put his stamp on … The post Everyone said the same thing about Nets’ Jordi Fernandez decision appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Rockets provide update on Kevin Durant’s Game 2 status

After their loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals, the Houston Rockets might feel an even greater sense of urgency to get Kevin Durant back in the lineup. Whether that will happen remains to be seen. Rockets coach Ime Udoka said Monday that Durant made it through roughly … The post Rockets provide update on Kevin Durant’s Game 2 status appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Phillies fans might get manager Rob Thomson fired

One MLB manager may already be on the hot seat less than a month into the new season, and fan reaction may be to blame for his troubles. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic appeared on the “Foul Territory” podcast and suggested that Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson could soon find himself on the hot seat. … The post Phillies fans might get manager Rob Thomson fired appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Odell Beckham Jr. may be reuniting with his former team

Odell Beckham Jr. has long hinted at a reunion with one of his former teams. Now that may become reality. Beckham is visiting the New York Giants on Monday, according to multiple reports. Ryan Dunleavy of the New York Post reported that Beckham even took a physical, though it does not sound like a deal … The post Odell Beckham Jr. may be reuniting with his former team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jimmy Garoppolo considering surprising decision about his future

Jimmy Garoppolo is weighing retirement despite the fact that there still appears to be some demand for his services. Garoppolo is still making a final decision, but is considering retirement, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The Los Angeles Rams would still welcome him back as their backup quarterback for 2026. #Rams free agent … The post Jimmy Garoppolo considering surprising decision about his future appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Brandon Aubrey sets record with his new contract

The Dallas Cowboys have sorted out a new contract with kicker Brandon Aubrey that will make him quite wealthy. Aubrey is signing a 4-year, $28 million contract extension with the Cowboys, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The deal includes $20 million in guaranteed money and is the most lucrative contract for a kicker in … The post Brandon Aubrey sets record with his new contract appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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49ers and Trent Williams resolve their contract dispute

Trent Williams and the San Francisco 49ers have finally sorted out their lingering contract dispute. The 49ers and Williams reached an agreement on a new two-year contract worth $50 million. The deal ensures that Williams will remain tied to the franchise through 2027. 49ers and 12-time Pro-Bowl LT Trent Williams reached agreement today on a … The post 49ers and Trent Williams resolve their contract dispute appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Scoot Henderson had a classy reaction to teammate’s rare playoff accomplishment

Scoot Henderson had quite a debut in the NBA Playoffs, but he was more thrilled by the performance of his teammate, Deni Avdija. Although Henderson and the Portland Trail Blazers dropped Game 1 of their series against the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, the former No. 3 … The post Scoot Henderson had a classy reaction to teammate’s rare playoff accomplishment appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Angel Reese had a great reaction to her boyfriend’s win in the NBA Playoffs

Angel Reese just made it clear once again where her allegiance lies in the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Following the Orlando Magic’s surprising 112-101 win over the Detroit Pistons in Game 1 of their first-round series at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Mich., Reese shared a social media post that was unmistakably a show of support … The post Angel Reese had a great reaction to her boyfriend’s win in the NBA Playoffs appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Paige Bueckers sets the record straight on her overseas trip

Training camp has begun for the Dallas Wings, but before that, star guard Paige Bueckers went on a trip abroad to meet a former UConn Huskies teammate. Bueckers recently flew to Croatia to meet Portland Fire guard Nika Muhl. She even shared several photos from her trip to the Balkan country. She was there to … The post Paige Bueckers sets the record straight on her overseas trip appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Steelers are still in limbo with Aaron Rodgers after latest update

Is Aaron Rodgers on a darkness retreat again? Who knows, but the Pittsburgh Steelers have yet to hear anything from the veteran quarterback amid the start of the team’s minicamp. “The Steelers have not received word from Aaron Rodgers on his future and there is no expectation of a final decision prior to the NFL … The post Steelers are still in limbo with Aaron Rodgers after latest update appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Paolo Banchero sends a strong message after unexpected Game 1 win vs. Pistons

Paolo Banchero and the Orlando Magic made sure to let the Detroit Pistons know that their first-round matchup won’t be a walk in the park. Facing the Eastern Conference’s No. 1 seed in enemy territory at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Mich., Banchero and the Magic took the fight to the home team and came … The post Paolo Banchero sends a strong message after unexpected Game 1 win vs. Pistons appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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New details emerge about AJ Brown’s imminent trade to an AFC team

New England Patriots fans may have to start saving up for an AJ Brown Pats jersey. According to a report by Adam Schefter of ESPN, the veteran wide receiver is “likely” to be traded by the Philadelphia Eagles to the Patriots in the offseason. Schefter said that the Patriots and the Eagles have already engaged in … The post New details emerge about AJ Brown’s imminent trade to an AFC team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Victor Wembanyama had great quote about Tim Duncan after Game 1

Victor Wembanyama is not taking his amazing situation with the San Antonio Spurs for granted. The Spurs phenom was monstrous in his playoff debut on Sunday in Game 1 of his team’s first-round series against the Portland Trail Blazers. He went off for 35 points on 13/21 shooting, mixing a few thunderous dunks with 5 … The post Victor Wembanyama had great quote about Tim Duncan after Game 1 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Spurs’ Kelly Olynyk gets clowned for his socks in final seconds of Game 1

San Antonio Spurs big man Kelly Olynyk probably didn’t expect his choice of socks to be put on blast to open the playoffs. The veteran big man was on the floor for the final minute of play in the Spurs’ 111-98 win over the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 1 of their first-round series at … The post Spurs’ Kelly Olynyk gets clowned for his socks in final seconds of Game 1 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Dexter Lawrence sends message after Bengals traded for him

Dexter Lawrence wants nothing more than to make the Cincinnati Bengals big winners for trading for him. The Bengals rocked the NFL landscape when they traded a top-10 first-round pick to acquire Lawrence over the weekend, just days before the 2026 NFL draft. The move was polarizing to fans and media members alike, with some … The post Dexter Lawrence sends message after Bengals traded for him appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Blazers pulled another cheap move to open playoffs

The Portland Trail Blazers are blazing new trails in the realm of cost-cutting. The Blazers already made negative headlines after getting through the play-in tournament, when it was revealed Friday that the team was not giving fans free T-shirts for Games 3 and 4. Considering the Blazers made the playoffs this year for the first … The post Blazers pulled another cheap move to open playoffs appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Reggie Miller kept on messing up Victor Wembanyama’s name in Game 1

Victor Wembanyama got Reggie Miller’d during his NBA playoff debut on Sunday. The Basketball Hall of Famer Miller was on the call for Sunday’s first-round series opener between the San Antonio Spurs and the Portland Trail Blazers. Miller was doing color commentary for NBC during the game at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. … The post Reggie Miller kept on messing up Victor Wembanyama’s name in Game 1 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Spurs’ surreal court design for Game 1 had fans buzzing

The San Antonio Spurs got a sky-high approval rating for their court and crowd color scheme to open this year’s playoffs. The Spurs went all-in on their iconic “Fiesta” design for Game 1 against the Portland Trail Blazers at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. Different sections of the crowd were separated by shirts … The post Spurs’ surreal court design for Game 1 had fans buzzing appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fans piling on Dodgers player for accusing Rockies of cheating

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing was a little suspicious of his team’s opponents over the weekend, and fans made sure to clown him for it. The Dodgers began a four-game series on the road against the Colorado Rockies that many expected to be one-sided in favor of the back-to-back World Series champions. That held … The post Fans piling on Dodgers player for accusing Rockies of cheating appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Edwin Diaz showing 1 concerning sign as his struggles with Dodgers continue

Edwin Diaz is giving Los Angeles Dodgers fans some 2025 Tanner Scott flashbacks right now. The Dodgers reliever Diaz struggled again on Sunday against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field in Denver, Colo. Diaz entered in a non-save situation during the eighth inning with the Dodgers trailing 6-4 … and quickly proceeded to make things … The post Edwin Diaz showing 1 concerning sign as his struggles with Dodgers continue appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Video shows Kevin Durant cursing at a Lakers fan

Kevin Durant still had a moment on Saturday despite being in street clothes. The Houston Rockets opened up their first-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif. But it was the Lakers who ended up earning the 107-98 victory to take an early 1-0 lead in the … The post Video shows Kevin Durant cursing at a Lakers fan appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Troubling update emerges about Joel Embiid’s status

The Philadelphia 76ers may have to ride out the rest of their season without the services of The Process. 76ers center Joel Embiid missed Sunday’s Game 1 against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden in Boston, Mass. Philadelphia then went on to get thumped by the Celtics, losing the first-round series opener by a final … The post Troubling update emerges about Joel Embiid’s status appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Adam Silver makes a notable prediction about LeBron James

Adam Silver thinks that he can see the vision when it comes to LeBron James. The NBA commissioner Silver appeared this week on WFAN Sports Radio in New York and was asked about the Los Angeles Lakers star James and James’ future plans. During his remarks, Silver made a notable prediction — that James will … The post Adam Silver makes a notable prediction about LeBron James appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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