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Luka Doncic gets honest after two games with Walker Kessler

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Luka Doncic is clearly having fun playing alongside the Los Angeles Lakers’ new big man, Walker Kessler. Through two games in the 2026-27 NBA season, Kessler has done nothing but show that he can deliver the goods for the Lakers, and Doncic appreciates that. “Unbelievable, honestly. We know what we’re getting, I’m not surprised by … The post Luka Doncic gets honest after two games with Walker Kessler appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mario Cristobal seemingly disrespected Pat Narduzzi during postgame handshake

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The postgame handshake between Miami head coach Mario Cristobal and Pitt coach Pat Narduzzi seemed to have a little extra juice to it on Saturday. The Hurricanes obliterated Pitt 52-23 on Saturday at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla. Saturday, and there seemed to be a bit of postgame tension between Cristobal and Narduzzi. … The post Mario Cristobal seemingly disrespected Pat Narduzzi during postgame handshake appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Philip Rivers is being linked to 1 new head coach job

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Philip Rivers may have a new route into coaching if he wants it. Rivers’ name has been quickly linked to the vacant NC State job, according to John Talty of CBS Sports. Rivers played for NC State, and his son Gunner, a four-star quarterback, has already committed to the school. One early name that has … The post Philip Rivers is being linked to 1 new head coach job appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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NC State has fired its longtime head coach

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One of the longest-tenured coaches in all of college football is out of a job. NC State announced Saturday that head coach Dave Doeren has been fired. The move comes one day after the Wolfpack lost to Stanford to fall to 3-4 on the season. In its statement, the school promised a “national search” for … The post NC State has fired its longtime head coach appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Yaxel Lendeborg takes more shots at Luka Doncic after their beef

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Yaxel Lendeborg is more than happy to keep on poking the bear. The Golden State Warriors rookie forward Lendeborg spoke with reporters on Friday after his team’s loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. During his media session, Lendeborg was asked about his beef with Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic earlier this week and responded by … The post Yaxel Lendeborg takes more shots at Luka Doncic after their beef appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Nick Saban put in a huge effort to honor his former team

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Nick Saban went to impressive lengths to honor one of his former Alabama teams on Saturday. Saban took part in his usual “College GameDay” duties on Saturday, with the show originating from Salt Lake City, Ut. for the Utah-Houston game. That did not stop him from making it to Tuscaloosa, Ala. for a halftime ceremony … The post Nick Saban put in a huge effort to honor his former team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Pacers commentator Quinn Buckner ripped for his comments about Cooper Flagg’s injury

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Quinn Buckner is being accused of making some out-of-pocket comments about Cooper Flagg. The Dallas Mavericks played on Friday against the Indiana Pacers. In the second quarter at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind., the Mavericks were up big when Cooper Flagg got an opportunity for a breakaway dunk in transition. Flagg went up for the … The post Pacers commentator Quinn Buckner ripped for his comments about Cooper Flagg’s injury appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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CJ Carr had the saddest reaction to brother Tommy’s final pass

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CJ Carr was living through it Saturday as he watched his brother Tommy make his first start for the Michigan Wolverines. The Notre Dame quarterback was able to attend his brother’s starting debut with the Fighting Irish off this week, so he got to take in Tommy’s performance against the Indiana Hoosiers at Michigan Stadium … The post CJ Carr had the saddest reaction to brother Tommy’s final pass appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jayson Tatum responds to Jaylen Brown’s public callout

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Jayson Tatum is trying to take the high road in the growing public drama between him and former teammate Jaylen Brown. Tatum was asked about Brown’s recent social media activity following the Celtics’ 107-103 win over the Knicks on Friday and tried to downplay any tension between him and Brown. He said their relationship was … The post Jayson Tatum responds to Jaylen Brown’s public callout appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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New developments emerge in Malik Beasley gambling case

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Former NBA sharpshooter Malik Beasley is reportedly close to accepting a plea deal regarding federal charges that he manipulated his play to impact gambling outcomes. Beasley had initially pled not guilty to federal charges, but indicated in paperwork filed Friday that he intends to change his plea, according to Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic. Beasley’s … The post New developments emerge in Malik Beasley gambling case appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Knicks issue statement about championship ring controversy

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The New York Knicks have issued a public statement attempting to do some damage control following a report that they pulled a cruel trick on some team employees. In the statement issued by the Madison Square Garden Sports Corp., the organization sought to challenge the narrative that the Knicks were not offering championship rings to … The post Knicks issue statement about championship ring controversy appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Magic have already lost key player to significant injury

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The Orlando Magic are off to a rough start of the season in the form of a significant injury to one of their most important players. Forward Paolo Banchero suffered a high ankle sprain during Friday’s loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. He is expected to miss four to six … The post Magic have already lost key player to significant injury appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Troy Aikman sounds eager to work for 1 NFL team

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Troy Aikman’s future in NFL broadcasting is uncertain, but it certainly sounds like he would be eager to work for one specific team if given the opportunity. Aikman seemingly sent a clear message to Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones about potentially helping the organization in the future. The former Cowboys quarterback suggested he would jump … The post Troy Aikman sounds eager to work for 1 NFL team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Texas AD addresses report linking AI to key play in Florida loss

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Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte clarified on Friday that the Longhorns did not rely on a new artificial intelligence platform to decide on a failed fourth-and-2 play in their 27-24 loss to Florida. The clarification followed a report in the Austin American-Statesman that linked the call to Bevo Lab, the school’s newly announced AI-driven … The post Texas AD addresses report linking AI to key play in Florida loss appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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New York couple gives son a wild Knicks-inspired name

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Vance Bradford and Yvonne Gonzalez-Bradford, die-hard New York Knicks fans from Brooklyn’s Bed-Stuy and Crown Heights, named their first son Knickson Fyve Bradford after the team’s 2026 NBA Finals victory. The couple, living in a Long Island City high-rise, were seven months pregnant when the Knicks clinched the title with a Game 5 win over … The post New York couple gives son a wild Knicks-inspired name appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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LeBron James and Joel Embiid unveil a ridiculous handshake

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LeBron James has spent more than two decades perfecting unique pregame greetings, but his latest creation with Joel Embiid may have crossed into strange performance art. Before the Philadelphia 76ers’ home opener against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday, the two stars launched into a handshake that began with a conventional hand slap and quickly escalated … The post LeBron James and Joel Embiid unveil a ridiculous handshake appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Charissa Thompson brutally roasted ex-husbands on Thursday Night Football

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Charissa Thompson delivered a sharp, self-deprecating punchline during Amazon Prime Video’s Thursday Night Football postgame coverage following the Chicago Bears’ 30-24 victory over the New England Patriots. Anticipating a ranking segment, the 44-year-old host preempted it by saying she thought the panel might ask her to rank her “good, better, best ex-husbands, and they’re all … The post Charissa Thompson brutally roasted ex-husbands on Thursday Night Football appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jacob Misiorowski made World Series history on very first pitch

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Jacob Misiorowski historically opened the 2026 World Series Friday night at American Family Field, unleashing a 103.5 mph four-seam fastball on the very first pitch of the Fall Classic. The 24-year-old Milwaukee Brewers right-hander delivered the offering to Tampa Bay Rays leadoff hitter Yandy Diaz, and it sailed high out of the strike zone for … The post Jacob Misiorowski made World Series history on very first pitch appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Amen Thompson has Block of the Year with game-winning swat on Victor Wembanyama

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Amen Thompson made a game-winning defensive stand against the reigning Defensive Player of the Year. Thompson’s Houston Rockets were holding onto a 112-110 lead over the San Antonio Spurs with five seconds left inside Moody Center in Austin, Texas. With the game hanging in the balance of one possession, everyone in the building knew Victor … The post Amen Thompson has Block of the Year with game-winning swat on Victor Wembanyama appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Last-out challenge fueled dramatic finish to World Series Game 1

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The Milwaukee Brewers virtually needed to win twice during Friday’s World Series opener against the Tampa Bay Rays. The Brewers took a 2-0 lead in the first inning and stayed ahead entering the 9th inning at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wis. With the home team nursing a 3-1 lead late, closer Trevor Megill ran … The post Last-out challenge fueled dramatic finish to World Series Game 1 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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George Pickens claps back after getting called out by Brian Schottenheimer

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George Pickens did not appreciate being put on the spot by his head coach. Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer singled out Pickens after their Week 6 loss to the Green Bay Packers. The veteran coach challenged Pickens to have more of an impact in the run game by picking up safeties and blocking cornerbacks. Schottenheimer … The post George Pickens claps back after getting called out by Brian Schottenheimer appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Report: Warriors could offload Kristaps Porzingis onto 1 team

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The Golden State Warriors may have an exit ramp with Kristaps Porzingis. League personnel figures believe that the Warriors could potentially package the former All-Star big man Porzingis with another player in a deal with the Milwaukee Bucks, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported on Friday. Siegel adds that the Warriors would be trying to add … The post Report: Warriors could offload Kristaps Porzingis onto 1 team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Karl-Anthony Towns’ desired contract number has been revealed

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Karl-Anthony Towns is not being unreasonable in his contract desires from the New York Knicks. The Knicks star big man Towns is eyeing a four-year extension in the range of $225 million to $240 million, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported Friday. Siegel adds that Towns may be targeting at least the average annual value figure … The post Karl-Anthony Towns’ desired contract number has been revealed appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Kenny Smith putting up staggering money to bid for Las Vegas NBA team

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Kenny Smith has apparently managed to raise a whole lot of capital. The NBA commentator Smith has joined an ownership group (led by ex-Milwaukee Bucks owner Marc Lasry and Canadian billionaire Steve Apostolopoulos) attempting to bid for an expansion team in Las Vegas, Nev., Chris Haynes of NBA TV reported on Friday. Haynes further adds … The post Kenny Smith putting up staggering money to bid for Las Vegas NBA team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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