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Cowboys still sound uncertain about George Pickens’ future

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The Dallas Cowboys remain adamant that they will not trade wide receiver George Pickens. Whether they see him at mandatory minicamp, however, remains an open question. In an appearance on Mad Dog Radio Tuesday, Cowboys vice president Stephen Jones maintained that the team has “zero interest” in trading Pickens after using the franchise tag on … The post Cowboys still sound uncertain about George Pickens’ future appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jason Kidd not guaranteed to return as Mavericks coach

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New Dallas Mavericks team president Masai Ujiri gave Jason Kidd some reason to sweat on Tuesday. Ujiri was introduced as the new Mavericks president, and one of the topics he was asked to address was Kidd’s future as head coach. Interestingly, Ujiri chose not to make a clear statement about Kidd’s future. Ujiri said he … The post Jason Kidd not guaranteed to return as Mavericks coach appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Giants have signed a replacement for Dexter Lawrence

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The New York Giants are bringing in reinforcements on their defensive line after trading Dexter Lawrence prior to the NFL Draft. The Giants agreed to a two-year contract with defensive tackle DJ Reader on Tuesday. Reader will make $12.5 million, with the opportunity to earn more through incentives. Sources: The #Giants and DJ Reader agreed … The post Giants have signed a replacement for Dexter Lawrence appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Austin Rivers fires back at Draymond Green

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If Austin Rivers and Draymond Green did not have beef before, they certainly do now. Rivers drew the ire of Green by saying he was “bewildered” by Green’s complaints that the Warriors did not have any plays in their playbook where he was the primary option on offense. Green responded by taking a shot at … The post Austin Rivers fires back at Draymond Green appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Texans make another statement about CJ Stroud’s future

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The Houston Texans have dealt with trade rumors surrounding CJ Stroud this offseason, but team ownership is making another clear statement about the quarterback’s future with them. Texans owner Cal McNair said Monday that the organization remains “fully committed” to their quarterback despite his underwhelming 2025 season. “We’re fully committed to CJ,” McNair said. “We … The post Texans make another statement about CJ Stroud’s future appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Bryce Harper makes brutally honest comment about Phillies’ manager change

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Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper made a brutally honest comment about how the team’s recent managerial change may have helped them. The Phillies improved to 6-1 since firing Rob Thomson with a 1-0 win over the Miami Marlins at LoanDepot Park on Monday. Harper admitted there was probably a correlation between those two things, … The post Bryce Harper makes brutally honest comment about Phillies’ manager change appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Chiefs GM provides update on Patrick Mahomes after QB’s surgery

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Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach shared some good news on the status of superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes. The two-time NFL Most Valuable Player is still recovering from ACL and LCL tears in his left knee, which he suffered during a Week 15 game against the Los Angeles Chargers in the 2025 season. He … The post Chiefs GM provides update on Patrick Mahomes after QB’s surgery appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Azzi Fudd escapes punishment after her blunt WNBA observation

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Azzi Fudd is still learning the ropes in the WNBA, and that includes some lessons about expressing her thoughts about the league. The Dallas Wings star rookie turned heads with her candid observation of officiating in the WNBA. Following the Wings’ 101-84 win over the Las Vegas Aces in a preseason matchup at Moody Center … The post Azzi Fudd escapes punishment after her blunt WNBA observation appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Flyers’ Rick Tocchet had a powerful quote after Game 2 collapse vs. Hurricanes

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The Philadelphia Flyers have their backs firmly against the wall after two games in their series against the Carolina Hurricanes. They are now trailing Carolina 2-0 after suffering a 3-2 defeat in Game 2 of the series on Monday at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh, N.C. It was an especially tough loss to swallow for … The post Flyers’ Rick Tocchet had a powerful quote after Game 2 collapse vs. Hurricanes appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Spurs coach gets flamed for crucial decision in Game 1 vs. Timberwolves

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A timeout could have saved the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of their second-round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday.  But Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson opted not to use one in the final seconds of the contest, as San Antonio fell prey to Anthony Edwards and company, 104-102, at Frost Bank Center … The post Spurs coach gets flamed for crucial decision in Game 1 vs. Timberwolves appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Stars’ Jake Oettinger had a heartbreaking admission after playoff elimination

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With the Dallas Stars exiting in the first round of the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs, goaltender Jake Oettinger is once again reminded of the targets he missed and the hardware missing from his trophy case. “I don’t feel like I accomplished any of my goals,” Oettinger said, via Lia Assimakopoulos of the Dallas Morning … The post Stars’ Jake Oettinger had a heartbreaking admission after playoff elimination appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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WNBA legend retires days before start of 2026 season

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Tina Charles is calling it a career. The former WNBA Most Valuable Player announced her retirement from basketball on Tuesday via social media. “Today, I officially announce my retirement from basketball,” the 37-year-old Charles wrote in a post she shared just before the WNBA’s scheduled start of the 2026 season on Friday. “Fifteen years at … The post WNBA legend retires days before start of 2026 season appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Timberwolves guard had spicy message for Victor Wembanyama after Game 1

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Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. wants Victor Wembanyama to know that he’s going to keep coming at him for the rest of their Western Conference semis. The San Antonio Spurs star emphatically blocked Shannon twice on Monday in the opening minute of Game 1 at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. It was … The post Timberwolves guard had spicy message for Victor Wembanyama after Game 1 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Anthony Edwards had ‘disappointed’ reaction after winning Game 1

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Anthony Edwards made his triumphant return in a Game 1 win to open the Western Conference semifinals. But you wouldn’t have assumed that, judging by his answer during his postgame interview. The Minnesota Timberwolves star looked like he was full of regret as he spoke to NBC courtside reporter Jordan Cornette following a gritty 104-102 … The post Anthony Edwards had ‘disappointed’ reaction after winning Game 1 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fans all had the same complaint about Victor Wembanyama’s 12-block Game 1

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Victor Wembanyama threw a block party on Monday night, but not everyone was happy about it. The San Antonio Spurs star swatted every shot in sight in Game 1 of his team’s Western Conference semifinals series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Wemby had three blocks in the opening few minutes, with each drawing a louder applause … The post Fans all had the same complaint about Victor Wembanyama’s 12-block Game 1 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Knicks accomplish feat in Game 1 never seen in NBA history

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The New York Knicks have hit never-before-seen heights of dominance through their Eastern Conference semifinals opener against the Philadelphia 76ers. The Knicks gave the Sixers a public spanking on Monday at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan, N.Y. The home team outscored the visitors by at least eight points in every quarter of the 137-98 Game … The post Knicks accomplish feat in Game 1 never seen in NBA history appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Athletics trade for a former All-Star hitter

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The Athletics are taking a chance on an old friend. The team officially announced on Monday that they are trading for veteran catcher Jonah Heim, formerly of the Atlanta Braves. Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports that the Athletics will be sending cash considerations back to the Braves in exchange for Heim, who was designated … The post Athletics trade for a former All-Star hitter appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Draymond Green had scathing response after Austin Rivers belittled him

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Draymond Green was never going to take Austin Rivers’ comments about him sitting down. Rivers spoke about the Golden State Warriors forward during a recent appearance on “The Dan Patrick Show.” The veteran host asked Rivers about Green’s claim last week that Steve Kerr “hindered” him from developing more as a scorer. While Green was … The post Draymond Green had scathing response after Austin Rivers belittled him appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Son of former All-Pro RB commits to UCLA

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UCLA is keeping the legacy alive. Duece Jones-Drew, a Class of 2027 running back, announced in a video feature this week that he is committing to UCLA for college. Duece is a four-star prospect who is the son of retired former NFL RB Maurice Jones-Drew. Nicknamed “MJD,” the elder Jones-Drew played in the NFL from … The post Son of former All-Pro RB commits to UCLA appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mikal Bridges accused of a dirty play on Joel Embiid in Game 1

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Mikal Bridges delivered some pain to Joel Embiid in Monday’s Game 1. Bridges and the New York Knicks met Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday for the opening game of their second-round playoff series. In the second quarter at Madison Square Garden in New York, N.Y., Embiid was setting a screen for 76ers teammate … The post Mikal Bridges accused of a dirty play on Joel Embiid in Game 1 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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TV broadcast captures the moment lightning struck during Tigers-Red Sox game

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The Detroit Tigers and the Boston Red Sox were out there battling the elements on Monday. Detroit and Boston met on Monday for a game that was played in inclement weather at Comerica Park in Detroit, Mich. During the seventh inning of the contest, Red Sox third baseman Andruw Monasterio knocked a base hit into … The post TV broadcast captures the moment lightning struck during Tigers-Red Sox game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Astros fans shower Kyle Tucker with boos in his return to Houston

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Houston Astros fans did not give Kyle Tucker the warmest of welcomes during his return to Daikin Park in Houston, Texas. Tucker came up to bat with Los Angeles Dodgers runners on first and second and two outs in the bottom of the first inning. The Astros faithful booed him heavily before he took his … The post Astros fans shower Kyle Tucker with boos in his return to Houston appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fans are unhappy about the latest Draymond Green news

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The Golden State Warriors did not make the playoffs this year, but fans will still be having to hear from Draymond Green. The Warriors star Green will be making three upcoming appearances on ESPN’s “Inside the NBA” this postseason, filling in for Kenny Smith starting on Wednesday. Austin Karp of Sports Business Journal reported that … The post Fans are unhappy about the latest Draymond Green news appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Tom Thibodeau is being linked to 1 NBA head coaching job

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Tom Thibodeau may soon be dropping down from the rafters again. The former NBA Coach of the Year Thibodeau is being mentioned in connection with the Orlando Magic head coaching job. Steve Popper of Newsday reported on Monday that Thibodeau is a possible replacement for ex-Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley. Orlando made the decision earlier … The post Tom Thibodeau is being linked to 1 NBA head coaching job appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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