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The Los Angeles Dodgers will have to soldier on without Teoscar Hernandez for at least the foreseeable future. Hernandez hurt his hamstring while trying to leg out a single on Wednesday during the second inning of their game against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, Calif. The veteran slugger immediately grabbed at … The post Dodgers get rough injury news on Teoscar Hernandez appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
There is a different energy in New York City, now that the New York Knicks have finally made it back to the NBA Finals. None other than New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani showed his excitement for what the Knicks have in store for their fans after the team won the swept the Cleveland Cavaliers … The post Zohran Mamdani highlights the Knicks’ long NBA Finals wait in wild throwback appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Some fans seem to believe Victor Wembanyama asked a pair of San Antonio Spurs veterans to inflict some pain on Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain. The Spurs, trailing 120-106 late in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals, took Wemby out of the contest with just over two minutes left. Wembanyama appeared to whisper … The post Fans suspect Victor Wembanyama put a hit out on Jared McCain late in Game 5 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Chicago Bulls finally got to reach out to one of their head coaching candidates after the Cleveland Cavaliers were eliminated from the postseason. The Bulls have reportedly received permission from the Cavaliers to interview Cleveland’s associate head coach Johnnie Bryant for their head coaching vacancy. According to Andscape’s Marc Spears, Chicago has been waiting … The post Bulls eyeing Cavaliers coach to replace Billy Donovan appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald wants his team only looking forward on the heels of a magical Super Bowl run last season. Macdonald has been known to be deliberate in how he communicates with his team, and that has not changed with a Super Bowl ring in his trophy cabinet. He spoke to reporters … The post Mike Macdonald had great quote ahead of Seahawks’ title defense appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The San Antonio Spurs had plenty of legitimate gripes with the officiating on Tuesday during Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals. The Spurs came into the Oklahoma City Thunder’s house looking to steal a victory. But there seemed to be a lot of home cooking going on at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Okla. … The post Referees botched so many calls that went against the Spurs in Game 5 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Christian Pulisic had zero patience for any boilerplate questions hurled at him on Tuesday. The American soccer superstar made his return stateside after being named to the U.S. FIFA World Cup roster. During his first press conference since the news, Pulisic may have been a little grumpy after his 9-hour transatlantic flight from Milan to … The post Christian Pulisic had ‘annoyed’ response to 1 question during his World Cup press conference appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Mike Brown played the role of motivator to a tee as his New York Knicks look to continue their torrid postseason run. The Knicks have had lengthy waits before each of their last two series. They had four days off before Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinals matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers, who went … The post Mike Brown used clever tactic to light a fire in the Knicks appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Los Angeles Chargers selected safety Derwin James 17th overall in the 2018 NFL Draft. Now, James has become the highest-paid safety in NFL history after the two sides agreed to a new contract on Tuesday. James agreed to a three-year deal worth $75.6 million with $57.5 million guaranteed, with an average annual value of … The post Chargers make Derwin James the highest-paid safety in NFL history appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The New Orleans Pelicans are beginning a new era with former Orlando Magic coach Jamahl Mosley named as the new head coach. Mosley just brought the Magic to another playoff trip before he was fired after a first-round exit, and now he has work to do in New Orleans. One order of business is regarding … The post Pelicans have clear stance on Zion Williamson after Jamahl Mosley hire appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Green Bay Packers officially began OTAs on Tuesday, but one name might not be there for some time. Star running back Josh Jacobs was arrested and booked into jail on five charges, according to the police report obtained by Matt Schneidman of The Athletic. Jacobs was arrested with the following five charges: BREAKING: Josh … The post Green Bay Packers RB Josh Jacobs arrested appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Tony Parker is a San Antonio Spurs legend who is in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame with four NBA Finals victories and an NBA Finals MVP on his resume. Now, Parker is set to become a head coach overseas. According to Donatas Urbonas of BasketNews, Parker is set to become the head coach of … The post Tony Parker lands a head coaching job with historic salary appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Detroit Tigers are anxiously waiting for star pitcher Tarik Skubal to come back after he underwent surgery at the beginning of May. Skubal underwent surgery to have loose bodies removed from his elbow, and the initial timeframe for a return was anywhere between 2 and 3 months. However, Tigers manager A.J. Hinch dropped a … The post Tigers manager drops huge Tarik Skubal injury update appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Brendan Sorsby’s time as the Texas Tech Red Raiders quarterback might be over before it even started. On Tuesday, the NCAA denied Sorsby’s request for reinstatement for eligibility after he finished a 35-day inpatient rehab for his gambling addiction. Shortly after, Sorsby took to Instagram with a heartfelt message. Sorsby said he accepts responsibility for … The post Brendan Sorsby posts statement after NCAA eligibility ruling appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo has been linked to a new potential destination in trade rumors this summer. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst noted that the Cleveland Cavaliers are likely to make significant changes to their roster after being swept by the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals. He expects that to include them at … The post Giannis Antetokounmpo has been linked to a new team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
New Florida coach Jon Sumrall tried to contrast himself with Lane Kiffin on Tuesday, but nobody was buying it. Sumrall accepted the Gators job while still coaching Tulane, which was still in the College Football Playoff at the time. Lane Kiffin did the same by going from Ole Miss to LSU, but Sumrall was allowed … The post Nobody believed Jon Sumrall’s comment about Lane Kiffin appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The NCAA has made its decision regarding the eligibility of Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby. Sorsby’s request for reinstatement was denied by the NCAA, according to Pete Thamel of ESPN. That means the quarterback will not be eligible to play in 2026. Sources: The NCAA has denied Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s request for reinstatement … The post NCAA makes decision on Texas Tech’s Brendan Sorsby appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Georgia Bulldogs coach Kirby Smart thinks the SEC should consider something radical to get what it is owed in the world of college football. Smart said the SEC should consider breaking away from the NCAA to set its own rules, including a possible SEC-only playoff. The Georgia coach believes the conference is strong enough to … The post Kirby Smart endorses radical change for the SEC appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Cleveland Cavaliers wasted little time in deciding on the future of head coach Kenny Atkinson after their loss to the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals. The Cavaliers plan to retain Atkinson and his coaching staff, according to Joe Vardon of The Athletic. The move comes less than 24 hours after the … The post Cavaliers make decision on coach Kenny Atkinson’s future appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Coco Gauff had an unexpected incident on Tuesday as she prepared for her French Open match against Taylor Townsend. Gauff admitted that she got into a minor car accident on her way to Roland Garros on Tuesday. The incident even left the vehicle undrivable, and she had to find an alternate way to get to … The post Coco Gauff got into a car accident on her way to her French Open match appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Jeff Van Gundy coached the New York Knicks the last time they made a run to the playoffs, but he thinks what the current team is doing far surpasses that. Van Gundy proclaimed the Knicks the favorites to win it all after they swept the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals on Monday night. … The post Jeff Van Gundy has bold take on Knicks’ playoff run appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Manny Fernandez, a legendary figure on the 1970s Miami Dolphins, has died, the team announced Tuesday. The Dolphins paid tribute to Fernandez on social media with a memorial post, though no information was available on his cause of death. “His consistency and selfless contributions on the field were instrumental to the Dolphins’ success throughout the … The post Dolphins legend Manny Fernandez dies at 79 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Jalen Brunson was not going to fall for it this time around. As Brunson was about to be interviewed by ESPN’s Lisa Salters amid the Knicks’ celebration following their 130-93 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday, the New York star point guard asked his teammate, Josh Hart, to get out of the frame. Hart … The post Video: Jalen Brunson stops Josh Hart from committing an outrageous postgame act appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers are dealing with heartbreak after their season came to a harsh end on Monday, when the New York Knicks completed a four-game sweep in the Eastern Conference Finals. The Cavs may have to make some big moves in the offseason to get over the hump, but does Mitchell want … The post Donovan Mitchell shuts down a loaded LeBron James question appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
