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Shaq’s daughter Me’Arah O’Neal announces her transfer decision

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.

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Javy Baez suffers an ugly ankle injury on ill-advised slide into first base

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.

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Joel Embiid exits Game 5 with a concerning knee injury

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.

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Titans have a major shakeup in their front office

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.

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Rockets’ Jabari Smith Jr. takes a shot at Lakers in middle of playoff series

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.

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Lakers get worrisome news on Luka Doncic injury return timeline

The Los Angeles Lakers are up 3-1 in the first-round series against the Houston Rockets, and they have done that without Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic. There is a chance that Reaves could return for Game 5 on Wednesday, but Doncic remains out for this series. On Tuesday, ESPN’s Shams Charania had a worrisome update … The post Lakers get worrisome news on Luka Doncic injury return timeline appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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No. 1 college hoops recruit Tyran Stokes has announced his commitment

Tyran Stokes, the No. 1 recruit in the Class of 2026, has decided where he will play in college basketball. Stokes announced on “Inside the NBA” that he is headed to the Kansas Jayhawks, and he made the announcement while holding a 2K video game with himself in a Kansas jersey on the cover. Breaking: … The post No. 1 college hoops recruit Tyran Stokes has announced his commitment appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jets ‘considering’ 10-time Pro Bowler as backup to Geno Smith

The New York Jets quarterback room could soon get another addition in the form of a 10-time Pro Bowler and one-time Super Bowl winner. The Jets are reportedly “considering” bringing in Russell Wilson to be the backup to Geno Smith, according to a report from Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic. Rosenblatt added that the Jets … The post Jets ‘considering’ 10-time Pro Bowler as backup to Geno Smith appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander trolls Dillon Brooks with must-see photo edit

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder completed a four-game sweep of the Phoenix Suns in the first round with a 131-122 win at the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz. Gilgeous-Alexander and Suns veteran Dillon Brooks had been going at it all series, but it was the Thunder star who had the last laugh. … The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander trolls Dillon Brooks with must-see photo edit appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Former Kansas State coach Jerome Tang has landed a new job

Former Kansas State Wildcats men’s basketball coach has landed a new job just two months after being fired. Baylor is finalizing a deal with Tang to make the program’s new associate head coach, and Tang was on the staff at Baylor from 2003 until 2022, when he left for the Kansas State job. Sources: Baylor … The post Former Kansas State coach Jerome Tang has landed a new job appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Details emerge regarding Lawrence Taylor’s health issue

New details have emerged regarding the health issue that put legendary New York Giants pass rusher Lawrence Taylor in the hospital last week. Taylor is receiving treatment for pancreatitis, according to TMZ. The 67-year-old remains hospitalized as of Tuesday, but has been showing steady improvement. The condition was never considered life-threatening, and there is hope … The post Details emerge regarding Lawrence Taylor’s health issue appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Even Carnell Tate was surprised to go 4th overall to Titans

The Tennessee Titans caught a lot of people off guard by selecting Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate with the No. 4 pick in the NFL Draft. It turns out Tate himself was one of those people. Bleacher Report shared a behind-the-scenes video from the first round of the draft, and it included Tate’s Ohio … The post Even Carnell Tate was surprised to go 4th overall to Titans appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Younghoe Koo’s horrific botched field goal accidentally saved a fan’s life

Younghoe Koo turned in the worst field goal attempt of the 2025 NFL season. In doing so, he accidentally played a role in saving a fan’s life. Mark Toothaker, a thoroughbred trainer from Lexington, Ky., was watching “Monday Night Football” on Dec. 1, 2025 when Koo infamously whiffed on a field goal try during the … The post Younghoe Koo’s horrific botched field goal accidentally saved a fan’s life appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Reason for Ravens’ decision to sign Diego Pavia has been revealed

Diego Pavia did not even have to wait until the Baltimore Ravens’ rookie minicamp to secure a contract with the team, and now we know why. The Ravens surprisingly signed Pavia to a three-year deal, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The move was unexpected, as Pavia had been slated for a tryout this weekend. Ravens are … The post Reason for Ravens’ decision to sign Diego Pavia has been revealed appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Magic may be without key player for crucial Game 5

The Orlando Magic may have to win shorthanded in Wednesday’s Game 5 if they want to close out the Detroit Pistons. Franz Wagner, who left Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinal in the third quarter with a calf issue, has been diagnosed with a right calf strain, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. His … The post Magic may be without key player for crucial Game 5 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Terry Rozier hit with new charge in gambling investigation

Former Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier is facing a new charge in relation to his alleged gambling. Federal prosecutors intend to accuse Rozier of soliciting and accepting a bribe, according to Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic. The indictment will essentially argue that Rozier accepted a bribe relating to sports betting, and that the NBA and … The post Terry Rozier hit with new charge in gambling investigation appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Dianna Russini appeared to make Spotify playlist for Mike Vrabel

Another clue has emerged regarding the relationship between former Athletic reporter Dianna Russini and New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel. David Covucci of FOIAball discovered what appears to be a Spotify playlist Russini made for Vrabel in December of 2022. The playlist, titled “TURNIN THE PAGE,” was shared with a user named Mike on December … The post Dianna Russini appeared to make Spotify playlist for Mike Vrabel appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Alex Cora already turned down an MLB manager job

Former Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora turned down the opportunity to get back into Major League Baseball almost immediately. The Philadelphia Phillies fired manager Rob Thomson on Tuesday, making him the second managerial casualty of the season. Speculation quickly turned to Cora as a possible replacement given his ties to Phillies president Dave Dombrowski, … The post Alex Cora already turned down an MLB manager job appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Angel Reese appears to take a shot at her ex-boyfriend Jalen Duren

Angel Reese is back at it again.  The Atlanta Dream star has another reason to celebrate after the Orlando Magic defeated the Detroit Pistons on Monday, 94-88, at Kia Center in Orlando, Fla., to take a 3-1 series lead in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. It hasn’t been a secret that Reese … The post Angel Reese appears to take a shot at her ex-boyfriend Jalen Duren appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Browns rookie had an emotional reaction to seeing his NFL jersey

Cleveland Browns rookie offensive lineman Spencer Fano will experience a lot of firsts in his rookie season in the NFL. He already had one of those, not long after the Browns took him ninth overall in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The Browns shared a video of Fano walking into the team’s … The post Browns rookie had an emotional reaction to seeing his NFL jersey appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Anze Kopitar had the most adorable reaction to life after his final NHL game

Even after his final NHL game, Anze Kopitar still has plenty to look forward to.  The Los Angeles Kings star is now ready to be a full-time dad to his two kids, daughter Neza and son Jakob. Kopitar’s playing career ended when the Kings suffered a 5-1 loss to the Colorado Avalanche on Sunday in … The post Anze Kopitar had the most adorable reaction to life after his final NHL game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Yankees announce a major Giancarlo Stanton injury development

Giancarlo Stanton will miss more time after the New York Yankees made the decision to place the slugger on the 10-day injured list. The Yankees made the move on Stanton after an MRI showed a “low-grade” calf strain, via Greg Joyce of the New York Post. Yankees manager Aaron Boone tried to allay fears about … The post Yankees announce a major Giancarlo Stanton injury development appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mike Conley Jr. reveals his message to Jaden McDaniels amid hostile atmosphere

Jaden McDaniels isn’t exactly a fan favorite in Mile High City. The Minnesota Timberwolves forward has become a public enemy in the eyes of Denver Nuggets fans after he belittled the defensive abilities of Nuggets players following his team’s 119-114 win in Game 2 of the first-round series at Ball Arena in Denver, Colo. Then … The post Mike Conley Jr. reveals his message to Jaden McDaniels amid hostile atmosphere appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sets the record straight on Dillon Brooks’ reputation

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sees beyond the villainous aura of Dillon Brooks. After Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder completed a first-round sweep of the Phoenix Suns with a 131-122 win on Monday at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz., the reigning NBA Most Valuable Player gave Brooks his flowers despite the Suns forward’s image in the … The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sets the record straight on Dillon Brooks’ reputation appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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