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Chargers player makes ‘starving’ admission ahead Year 3 with Jim Harbaugh

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The Los Angeles Chargers are hoping for a playoff win in 2026, and defensive lineman Teair Tart is not holding back on that matter. Tart, who signed a new three-year, $30 million deal this offseason, admitted the team is “starving” after two straight 11-win seasons that ended in first-round playoff exits. “I think we’re starving,” … The post Chargers player makes ‘starving’ admission ahead Year 3 with Jim Harbaugh appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Notable update surfaces on Nikola Jokic’s future

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The Denver Nuggets are facing elimination right now, but Nikola Jokic still appears to be fully committed to them regardless. There is “zero indication” at the moment that Jokic intends to pursue a move out of Denver, veteran NBA writer Marc Stein reported this week during an appearance on the “The ALL NBA Podcast.” Stein … The post Notable update surfaces on Nikola Jokic’s future appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Report sheds light on why Kon Knueppel lost NBA Rookie of the Year award

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Just a few weeks ago, Charlotte Hornets star Kon Knueppel seemed to be in the driver’s seat for the NBA Rookie of the Year award. On Monday, the league announced that Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg won the award. Flagg earned 412 total points while Knueppel received 386 in a close finish. After the results … The post Report sheds light on why Kon Knueppel lost NBA Rookie of the Year award appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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NBA announces Rookie of the Year winner between Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel

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The votes are in, and Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg has been named the NBA Rookie of the Year, defeating Charlotte Hornets forward and former Duke teammate Kon Knueppel. Flagg also joins Michael Jordan as the only players in NBA history to lead their teams in total points, rebounds, assists and steals since steals became … The post NBA announces Rookie of the Year winner between Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Steelers’ fourth-round pick learns of selection while playing golf

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For a long time, the NFL Draft phone calls have become a tradition and have included some noteworthy stories. This year was no exception, although this one was a bit different. The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Kaden Wetjen in the fourth round on Saturday, and he answered the draft call while playing … The post Steelers’ fourth-round pick learns of selection while playing golf appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Eagles exercise fifth-year options on former first-round picks

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The 2026 NFL Draft is over, and now teams are making final decisions on the fifth-year options. The Philadelphia Eagles have decided to exercise the option for pass rusher Nolan Smith, meaning he will earn $13.7 million in 2027. The Eagles also announced that they picked up the fifth-year option for defensive end Jalen Carter, … The post Eagles exercise fifth-year options on former first-round picks appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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John Schneider had a classy gesture for new Red Sox manager

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After the Boston Red Sox fired manager Alex Cora, Triple-A Worcester manager Chad Tracy was named the interim. Tracy has been the manager for Boston’s Triple-A affiliate since 2022, and now he gets the promotion to the majors. After the news came, Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider said he reached out to Tracy to … The post John Schneider had a classy gesture for new Red Sox manager appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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George Pickens’ latest move sparks new trade speculation

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Just after it seemed that his immediate future was settled, Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens seems to be putting it in doubt again. Reports had emerged prior to the NFL Draft saying Pickens was signing his franchise tag with Dallas, locking him into a $27.3 million contract for one year. On Monday, however, it … The post George Pickens’ latest move sparks new trade speculation appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Everyone said the same thing about Mike Vrabel returning to Patriots

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Mike Vrabel’s time in counseling was quite brief, it turns out. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Monday that Vrabel is already back at work with the New England Patriots. Vrabel is back with the team two days after he missed the third and final day of the NFL Draft in order to attend counseling. The Patriots … The post Everyone said the same thing about Mike Vrabel returning to Patriots appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Paige Bueckers addresses her relationship with Azzi Fudd

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Paige Bueckers has tried once and for all to address chatter about her relationship with Azzi Fudd. Fudd, the No. 1 WNBA draft pick, will join Bueckers on the Dallas Wings this season. The two have been dating since 2025, and their relationship has prompted some questions now that they are professional teammates. Bueckers said … The post Paige Bueckers addresses her relationship with Azzi Fudd appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Pat Riley takes another shot at Jimmy Butler

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Miami Heat president Pat Riley certainly seems to feel vindicated by his decision to trade Jimmy Butler last year. Riley addressed the media in his end-of-season press conference Monday, and he clearly suggested that his decision to get rid of Butler was a net positive for the team. He cited the fact that the team … The post Pat Riley takes another shot at Jimmy Butler appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Victor Wembanyama criticizes NBA concussion protocols

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San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama voiced frustration with the NBA’s concussion protocol after returning for Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals. Wembanyama said after Sunday’s win over the Portland Trail Blazers that he felt the way the protocol was handled was “very disappointing.” He refused to open up about why, though he did … The post Victor Wembanyama criticizes NBA concussion protocols appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mike Brown’s job with Knicks may not be safe

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Mike Brown may be coaching for his job during the playoffs, even though he is still in his first season as head coach of the New York Knicks. Brown’s future remains the subject of speculation and he may need to reach the NBA Finals to keep his job, according to Sam Amick of The Athletic. … The post Mike Brown’s job with Knicks may not be safe appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Texas Tech QB checks into rehab for gambling addiction

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Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby is leaving the team to seek treatment for a gambling addiction. In a statement released Monday, Texas Tech announced that Sorsby will take an “immediate indefinite leave of absence” from the team in order to enter a residential treatment program for gambling addiction. The school said it was committed to … The post Texas Tech QB checks into rehab for gambling addiction appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Joel Embiid has evasive response to questions about 76ers

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Joel Embiid was not exactly effusive on Sunday when asked about the state of his relationship with the Philadelphia 76ers. Embiid was asked about whether his relationship with team management is in a better place following his team’s 128-96 loss to the Boston Celtics in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference quarterfinals on Sunday. “I … The post Joel Embiid has evasive response to questions about 76ers appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Rajon Rondo emerges as a candidate for a head-coaching job

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Rajon Rondo could find himself roaming the sidelines as a head coach, beginning in the 2026-27 NBA season. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, Rondo is among those the New Orleans Pelicans are considering to be the team’s next head coach. “League sources say Rondo has been interviewed for the post after serving as a … The post Rajon Rondo emerges as a candidate for a head-coaching job appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Gabrielle Union reacts to Dwyane Wade’s role in Candace Parker’s special day

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Basketball legend Candace Parker is soon joining her friend Dwyane Wade and many others in the sport’s most prestigious club.  The two-time WNBA Most Valuable Player will be enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame later this year, and when she heard the news, she knew who her presenter for the event would … The post Gabrielle Union reacts to Dwyane Wade’s role in Candace Parker’s special day appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fans can’t resist making the same joke about Russell Wilson at Savannah Bananas game

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Russell Wilson is still an NFL free agent, but that is not keeping him out of the spotlight. The 10-time Pro Bowler showed up on the baseball field on Sunday, joining the Savannah Bananas for a game against the Party Animals at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, N.Y. The Super Bowl-winning quarterback grabbed everyone’s attention … The post Fans can’t resist making the same joke about Russell Wilson at Savannah Bananas game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Ime Udoka keeps door open for Kevin Durant’s Game 5 return

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The Houston Rockets bought Kevin Durant some more time to recover from his ankle injury after taking down the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 4 of their first-round series on Sunday. With their 115-96 win over LA at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas, the Rockets avoided a series sweep and kept alive their hope of … The post Ime Udoka keeps door open for Kevin Durant’s Game 5 return appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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LeBron James suffers an embarrassing low for the first time in his NBA career

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LeBron James is an incredible ageless wonder, but he can’t always beat Father Time. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar forward lost one of those battles on Sunday. In Game 4 of the Lakers’ first-round series against the Houston Rockets at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas, James scored just 10 points on 2/9 shooting. He … The post LeBron James suffers an embarrassing low for the first time in his NBA career appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Celtics fans take over 76ers’ arena with savage 3-word chant in Game 4

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Boston Celtics fans were loud and proud on Sunday as their squad dominated on the road against the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 4 of their first-round series. The Celtics throttled the Sixers 128-96 to take a commanding 3-1 series lead in front of a muted Philadelphia crowd inside the Xfinity Mobile Arena. The home trailed … The post Celtics fans take over 76ers’ arena with savage 3-word chant in Game 4 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Ravens owner ‘was begging’ to make draft pick for his team

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Baltimore Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti did more for his team’s draft prep than prepare his checkbook. Ravens GM Eric DeCosta revealed on Sunday that Bisciotti was in charge of making one of the team’s selections in the 2026 NFL draft. The player who caught the billionaire’s eye was Clemson running back Adam Randall, whom the … The post Ravens owner ‘was begging’ to make draft pick for his team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mike Tomlin makes ‘gun to my head’ prediction about Aaron Rodgers’ future

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Former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin doesn’t think Aaron Rodgers is going anywhere. The Steelers’ quarterback plans for next season remained in limbo before the NFL draft, and not much has changed since. Rodgers has yet to confirm whether he’ll return to Pittsburgh next season or finally hang up his cleats for good. Tomlin, … The post Mike Tomlin makes ‘gun to my head’ prediction about Aaron Rodgers’ future appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Everyone made the same joke about Diego Pavia joining Ravens

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Diego Pavia may be getting a chance to form something of an odd couple in Baltimore. The former Vanderbilt quarterback Pavia has accepted an invite to rookie minicamp from the Baltimore Ravens, Adam Schefter of ESPN reported on Sunday. After officially going undrafted this week, Pavia will be joining the Ravens for minicamp next weekend. … The post Everyone made the same joke about Diego Pavia joining Ravens appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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