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Rudy Gobert called out awards voters after shutting down Nikola Jokic

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert had some words for the media after what he felt was his snub in Defensive Player of the Year consideration. Gobert was not named one of the top three finalists for the award this season, which he has won four times in his career. He responded with a statement defensive … The post Rudy Gobert called out awards voters after shutting down Nikola Jokic appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mike Vrabel issues statement on Dianna Russini controversy

New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel issued a longer public statement about the controversy regarding his relationship with NFL reporter Dianna Russini after controversial pictures of the two of them were made public. Vrabel’s first public comments about the situation were vague. He said he had “difficult conversations” with those close to him, including his … The post Mike Vrabel issues statement on Dianna Russini controversy appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mike Tomlin makes decision on his next job

Mike Tomlin has decided on his next move after stepping down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Tomlin will join NBC’s “Football Night in America” as its top studio analyst, according to Andrew Marchand of The Athletic. NBC targeted Tomlin as its top target for what should be a fully revamped pregame show. FOX … The post Mike Tomlin makes decision on his next job appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Sophie Cunningham sheds light on viral comment about her contract

$665,000 would mean a lifetime to a lot of people. It’s not enough to satisfy Indiana Fever Sophie Cunningham, however. Cunningham went viral after admitting that she was frustrated by her new 1-year, $665,000 contract with the Indian Fever. “I’m not even gonna lie to you, though, it’s a little, kind of, frustrating,” Cunningham said … The post Sophie Cunningham sheds light on viral comment about her contract appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mark McGwire’s son turns heads with his minor league dominance

Mark McGwire used to punish baseballs with his power. His son, meanwhile, is dominating the game in his own way. Mason McGwire, the son of the 12-time All-Star, has been turning heads with his solid start to his 2026 season with the Chicago Cubs’ Single-A affiliate Myrtle Beach Pelicans. On Monday, MLB highlighted Mason’s dominance … The post Mark McGwire’s son turns heads with his minor league dominance appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fans all said the same thing about Suni Lee’s appearance at an NBA playoff game

The Madison Square Garden in New York, N.Y., was once again littered with celebrities on Monday, as the New York Knicks hosted the Atlanta Hawks for Game 2 of their first-round playoff series. Among the personalities who attended the game was Olympic gold medal-winning gymnast Suni Lee, who was shown on the broadcast during a … The post Fans all said the same thing about Suni Lee’s appearance at an NBA playoff game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jaden McDaniels had a ruthless quote on Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray after Game 2 win

Jaden McDaniels did not mince words about how the Minnesota Timberwolves turned things around and overcame a 19-point deficit to beat the Denver Nuggets in Game 2 of their playoff series on Monday. Facing the possibility of falling into a 2-0 series hole, the Timberwolves got it together just in time and defeated the Nuggets … The post Jaden McDaniels had a ruthless quote on Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray after Game 2 win appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Bill Simmons calls out the Spurs over playoff ‘gimmicks’

Bill Simmons was all red about the San Antonio Spurs’ colorful home setup in Game 1 of their first-round series against the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday. Using the “Fiesta” theme, the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, was adorned with vibrant colors to welcome the Spurs’ return to playoff basketball for the first … The post Bill Simmons calls out the Spurs over playoff ‘gimmicks’ appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Josh Allen shares a bizarre story about his foot surgery

Josh Allen already has a year to remember, even before the 2026 NFL season begins. For one, the Buffalo Bills star quarterback became a father with the birth of his first child with wife Hailee Steinfeld, which they announced in April. He also went under the knife in January to address a foot injury. It’s … The post Josh Allen shares a bizarre story about his foot surgery appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jamal Murray made bizarre decision to end Game 2 vs. Timberwolves

Jamal Murray appeared to have a mental lapse in the dying seconds of Monday’s postseason game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Murray’s Denver Nuggets trailed 117-114 with under 20 seconds remaining in Game 2 of the first-round series at Ball Arena in Denver, Colo. Murray had a ton of time to get a good look at … The post Jamal Murray made bizarre decision to end Game 2 vs. Timberwolves appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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NBC admits to glaring error in final seconds of Knicks-Hawks Game 2

New York Knicks head coach Mike Brown may have some choice words ready for whoever’s in charge of NBC’s scorebug. Brown was universally panned for not calling a timeout in the final seconds of Game 2 of the Knicks’ first-round series against the Atlanta Hawks. The Knicks lost the contest 107-106 after Mikal Bridges missed … The post NBC admits to glaring error in final seconds of Knicks-Hawks Game 2 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mikal Bridges became the internet’s punching bag after choking in Game 2

Mikal Bridges virtually handed out megaphones and amplifiers to his haters with his fourth-quarter no-show Monday on the playoff stage. The New York Knicks swingman missed the potential game-winning shot in the dying seconds of Game 2 in his team’s first-round series against the Atlanta Hawks. With the Knicks trailing 107-106, Bridges’ baseline jumper clanked … The post Mikal Bridges became the internet’s punching bag after choking in Game 2 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mike Brown ripped for his decision at end of Knicks’ Game 2 loss to Hawks

Mike Brown gambled and got burned during Game 2 on Monday. The New York Knicks let homecourt advantage slip away with a narrow 107-106 loss to the Atlanta Hawks during Game 2 of their first-round playoff series. In the closing seconds of the contest at Madison Square Garden in New York, N.Y., the Knicks head … The post Mike Brown ripped for his decision at end of Knicks’ Game 2 loss to Hawks appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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49ers GM John Lynch has interesting admission on using AI

The San Francisco 49ers are getting with the times. Niners general manager John Lynch was not afraid to speak on Monday about how heavily his team relies on artificial intelligence to assist him with draft evaluations. When asked by a reporter about using AI, Lynch stated that they’re begun to utilized it “a lot, just … The post 49ers GM John Lynch has interesting admission on using AI appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Rick Pitino wrestles prized transfer away from Kentucky

Rick Pitino’s latest revenge against Kentucky happened via the transfer portal rather than the hardwood. The St. John’s head coach landed prized transfer Donnie Freeman from Syracuse, beating out Mark Pope at Kentucky for his services. The 6’9″ forward had two productive seasons with the Orange, and now adds a versatile scoring option to Pitino’s … The post Rick Pitino wrestles prized transfer away from Kentucky appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Angels snub Shohei Ohtani in their montage video

The Los Angeles Angels are apparently trying their best to forget Shohei Ohtani’s six seasons with them. The Angels raised eyebrows this week with their latest montage video. On Sunday, the franchise posted a video to social media celebrating the 60-year anniversary of Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif. In the video, a number of memorable … The post Angels snub Shohei Ohtani in their montage video appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Stephen A. Smith makes a bad mistake about the Warriors

Stephen A. Smith continues to add to his list of strikeouts. The ESPN personality Smith was speaking Monday on “First Take” about the Golden State Warriors. The Warriors officially failed to qualify for the 2026 playoffs after losing to the Phoenix Suns in the NBA play-in tournament a few days prior. During his remarks, Smith … The post Stephen A. Smith makes a bad mistake about the Warriors appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Coach K’s grandson Joseph Savarino charged with DWI after crash that killed 15-year-old

Mike Krzyzewski’s grandson Joseph Savarino has been arrested and charged after being involved in a fatal crash. Savarino, 26, has been hit with a driving while impaired (DWI) charge in connection with a crash in Durham, N.C. that killed a 15-year-old boy who was riding an e-bike, according to a report by CBS 17 in … The post Coach K’s grandson Joseph Savarino charged with DWI after crash that killed 15-year-old appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Joe Mazzulla doubles down on his smear campaign against Coach of the Year Award

Joe Mazzulla continues to rag on the NBA Coach of the Year Award any chance he gets. The Celtics head coach was named one of three finalists for the 2025-26 Coach of the Year award over the weekend. It’s an honor that virtually all of his peers would embrace and celebrate, but one that Mazzulla … The post Joe Mazzulla doubles down on his smear campaign against Coach of the Year Award appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Sophie Cunningham announces notable personal news

Sophie Cunningham is continuing to stack up the milestones in 2026. The Indiana Fever guard Cunningham announced in a recent post to her TikTok page that she has gotten baptized. Cunningham shared a video of the ceremony and noted that, while she had gotten baptized as a child, she felt compelled to undergo the ritual … The post Sophie Cunningham announces notable personal news appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Todd Golden is being linked to 1 NBA team in surprise development

Todd Golden may be looking to follow in the footsteps of Florida predecessor Billy Donovan. The Golden State Warriors could potentially pursue the Florida men’s basketball coach Golden if current head coach Steve Kerr ends up departing, Kevin O’Connor of Yahoo! Sports reported on Monday. O’Connor notes that Golden already has ties to the San … The post Todd Golden is being linked to 1 NBA team in surprise development appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Dodgers announce Edwin Diaz injury update

The Los Angeles Dodgers are going to be without one star player for the foreseeable future. Closer Edwin Diaz, who signed a $69 million deal this offseason, is now out until the second half of the season as he will undergo surgery to remove loose bodies in his elbow. Los Angeles Dodgers RHP Edwin Díaz … The post Dodgers announce Edwin Diaz injury update appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Victor Wembanyama makes more NBA history with latest award

San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama is really living up to his “Alien” nickname. On Sunday, Wembanyama led the Spurs to a 111-98 win over the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 1 of the Western Conference quarterfinals round. Wembanyama scored 35 points, the most ever in a playoff debut for a Spurs player in franchise … The post Victor Wembanyama makes more NBA history with latest award appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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49ers GM drops interesting comment about potential Brandon Aiyuk trade

Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has not played a game in the NFL since October 20, 2024. As such, his time with the San Francisco 49ers appears to be over, although it remains to be seen where he will head next. While a release has been a common prediction for the 49ers, general manager John Lynch … The post 49ers GM drops interesting comment about potential Brandon Aiyuk trade appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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