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Report: Russell Westbrook ‘balked’ at 1 team’s multi-year offer before choosing to retire

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Russell Westbrook apparently chose to retire rather than take a smaller role with the Washington Wizards. Westbrook rocked the basketball world on Wednesday when he announced his retirement from the NBA. He shared the news via a three-minute video commemorating his 18-year career (video here). The nine-time All-Star wasn’t forced into retirement due to a … The post Report: Russell Westbrook ‘balked’ at 1 team’s multi-year offer before choosing to retire appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Dodgers fans rain Kyle Tucker with boos after his botched play

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Kyle Tucker’s approval rating among Los Angeles Dodgers fans somehow dropped even lower after Sunday’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers. The Dodgers were trying to keep the score close in the top of the 9th inning, trailing the visitors 4-1 at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, Calif. Tucker’s poor fielding put the … The post Dodgers fans rain Kyle Tucker with boos after his botched play appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Von Miller signs with prominent NFC team

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Von Miller has made the call to join America’s team. Several reporters confirmed Sunday that Miller is expected to sign with the Dallas Cowboys ahead of the 2026 NFL season. Miller teased Cowboys fans further shortly after the news broke by uploading a photo of himself edited into a Cowboys uniform. “Dallas ! Let’s make … The post Von Miller signs with prominent NFC team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Severity of Jamal Adams’ knee injury has been revealed

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Jamal Adams’ run with the Minnesota Vikings is over before it even began. The former All-Pro defender Adams has been diagnosed with a season-ending knee injury, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported on Sunday. The news comes just one day after Adams suffered a non-contact injury during a preseason game against the New York Giants. … The post Severity of Jamal Adams’ knee injury has been revealed appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Everyone made the same joke after Joshua Baez hit 3 home runs in his MLB debut

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The St. Louis Cardinals may want to double their security system to make sure nobody takes Joshua Baez away from them. Baez had arguably the greatest MLB debut ever on Saturday in an 8-4 win against the Chicago Cubs. The Dominican-American outfielder hit three home runs in his first three big-league at-bats, spraying dingers in … The post Everyone made the same joke after Joshua Baez hit 3 home runs in his MLB debut appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Ty Simpson speaks out on QB competition with Stetson Bennett

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Ty Simpson has addressed his ongoing competition with Stetson Bennett for the backup role behind Matthew Stafford. The Los Angeles Rams rookie spoke to reporters Saturday following a stellar preseason debut against the Kansas City Chiefs. Simpson went 21/25 for 190 yards with a pair of touchdowns in a 20-12 win at Arrowhead Stadium in … The post Ty Simpson speaks out on QB competition with Stetson Bennett appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Everyone had the same reaction to Ty Simpson’s stunning Rams debut

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Ty Simpson made his preseason debut for the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday, and prompted some strong reactions from people who had a lot of thoughts about his NFL Draft selection. Simpson very much looked the part in his Rams debut against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. His very … The post Everyone had the same reaction to Ty Simpson’s stunning Rams debut appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Anthony Edwards takes a shot at Nike

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Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards is escalating his growing rivalry with Nike. Video emerged Saturday showing Edwards freestyling in the Philippines, and he went out of his way to get a shot in at Nike during his raps. In one line, he raps “We don’t f— with Nike,” which gets the crowd’s approval. “We don’t … The post Anthony Edwards takes a shot at Nike appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Dodgers are being linked to another Japanese league MVP

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The Los Angeles Dodgers may once again be going Los Angeles Dodgers. The Dodgers are being linked to Teruaki Sato, the star third baseman for the Hanshin Tigers of Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB). Jon Heyman of The New York Post reported this week that the Dodgers are an early potential suitor for Sato, along … The post Dodgers are being linked to another Japanese league MVP appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Lakers sale raises questions about Shohei Ohtani’s future

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One knock-on effect from the unexpected sale of the Los Angeles Lakers is what it could mean for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Former Disney chief Bob Iger and businessman Josh Kushner agreed to purchase the Lakers from Mark Walter for $12.5 million on Wednesday. Walter had only just purchased the team in June 2025, leading … The post Lakers sale raises questions about Shohei Ohtani’s future appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Troy Aikman insults Dolphins while defending his job with them

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Troy Aikman remains a consultant for the Miami Dolphins while also serving as a “Monday Night Football” analyst. Some would call that a conflict of interest, but Aikman does not because he doesn’t expect the Dolphins to be any good. Aikman made the rather blunt remarks on the “Dallas Dialogue With Dave” podcast and once … The post Troy Aikman insults Dolphins while defending his job with them appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Ben Simmons teases an NBA comeback

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Ben Simmons is teasing an NBA comeback after taking last season off. Simmons posted on Instagram Saturday and strongly hinted at interest in playing again. Accompanied by a photo of himself in the gym, the former No. 1 pick posted a reflective caption about how he would not change anything about his journey and was … The post Ben Simmons teases an NBA comeback appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fans had several complaints about Bills’ new $2.1 billion Highmark Stadium

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The Buffalo Bills’ new state-of-the-art home venue caught a ton of flak Saturday as it opened its doors to the public for the first time. The Bills held an open practice Saturday that also served as a test run for their new $2.1 billion Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park. N.Y. Thousands of fans trickled into … The post Fans had several complaints about Bills’ new $2.1 billion Highmark Stadium appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fans all said the same thing about Dillon Brooks’ new contract extension

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Dillon Brooks’ new contract with the Phoenix Suns seems [checks notes] actually pretty reasonable. The Suns are rewarding their veteran swingman Brooks with a new three-year, $73 million contract extension, Shams Charania of ESPN reported on Wednesday. Brooks’ new deal now takes him through the 2029-30 NBA season in Phoenix. In response to the news, … The post Fans all said the same thing about Dillon Brooks’ new contract extension appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Report: Luka Doncic wants to reunite with 1 former teammate

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Luka Doncic appears to be longing for the days of 2024. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar Doncic would be in favor of reuniting with his former Dallas Mavericks teammate PJ Washington, Sean Deveney of Heavy Sports reported this week. However, such a move is unlikely for the Lakers due to several logistical reasons. For one, … The post Report: Luka Doncic wants to reunite with 1 former teammate appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Sam Darnold reacts after LeBron James’ 76ers decision

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LeBron James ended his long-awaited free agency frenzy by choosing to play for the Philadelphia 76ers. James’ decision caught many off guard, but the 76ers’ new-look lineup has a chance at winning the NBA Finals, especially after acquiring Jaylen Brown in a trade with the Boston Celtics earlier in the offseason. During an episode of … The post Sam Darnold reacts after LeBron James’ 76ers decision appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Dodgers had a concerning health update on Dalton Rushing

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The Los Angeles Dodgers emerged as clear winners of the 2026 MLB trade deadline, but it hasn’t been rosy for the two-time defending World Series champions of late. After dropping their fifth game in a row in a 5-1 loss to the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill., the Dodgers provided … The post Dodgers had a concerning health update on Dalton Rushing appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Yankees are being linked to a 3-time All-Star hitter

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The New York Yankees are leaving no stone unturned in their search for a better backstop. New York is among the teams to have checked in on Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman, Jon Heyman of The New York Post reported Wednesday. Heyman adds that the Yankees are also eyeing Minnesota’s Ryan Jeffers and Cincinnati’s Tyler … The post Yankees are being linked to a 3-time All-Star hitter appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Baker Mayfield’s contract situation has been decided

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Baker Mayfield will be playing out the final year of his contract without a new agreement. Mayfield is reporting to training camp on Tuesday without a new deal, according to Jenna Laine and Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have made little progress on a new contract, and while there is … The post Baker Mayfield’s contract situation has been decided appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fans have the same reaction after seeing Anthony Edwards’ post-wedding appearance

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Anthony Edwards is back in the lab with a new look after getting married. On Monday, the Minnesota Timberwolves shared some photos of the four-time NBA All-Star shooting guard working out, and several fans couldn’t help but joke about the noticeable change in his hairstyle. Showing up on the court with a buzz cut, Edwards … The post Fans have the same reaction after seeing Anthony Edwards’ post-wedding appearance appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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LeBron James’ former champion teammate set to sign with 76ers

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The Philadelphia 76ers are reportedly getting a veteran side dish with the LeBron James entree they ordered. James rocked the NBA landscape on Friday when he announced his decision to sign with the Sixers on a dirt-cheap 2-year contract. According to NBA reporter Chris Haynes, one of his former teammates is coming with him. Kentavious … The post LeBron James’ former champion teammate set to sign with 76ers appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Patrick Mahomes makes interesting admission about his torn ACL rehab

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Patrick Mahomes has found a creative way to feed into his competitive drive while still in rehab mode. The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback has been hard at work recovering from the torn ACL and LCL he sustained last December. Mahomes spoke to reporters on Friday ahead of Chiefs training camp. The 3-time Super Bowl winner … The post Patrick Mahomes makes interesting admission about his torn ACL rehab appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Anthony Edwards gets brutally honest about new teammate LaMelo Ball

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Anthony Edwards knows that life will not be a fairy tale with his new co-star. The Minnesota Timberwolves star forward Edwards appeared over the weekend at Fanatics Fest in New York, N.Y. During the event, Edwards appeared on a panel and was asked about his new teammate LaMelo Ball. Edwards addressed the expected fit in … The post Anthony Edwards gets brutally honest about new teammate LaMelo Ball appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Ex-NFL star opens up about drinking struggles after retirement

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Donte Whitner spent 11 seasons in the NFL after being selected eighth overall by the Buffalo Bills in 2006. Whitner spent time with the Bills, San Francisco 49ers, Cleveland Browns and Washington Commanders before retiring. On Monday, Whitner was on “The Jim Rome Show,” and the two-time Pro Bowl linebacker said it was so hard … The post Ex-NFL star opens up about drinking struggles after retirement appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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