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James Harden had comically bad take after getting swept by Knicks

James Harden took a page out of Kenny Atkinson’s book of questionable postgame takes after getting swept out of the Eastern Conference Finals. The Cleveland Cavaliers star was a no-show with his team’s postseason survival on the line in Game 4 at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. Harden scored 12 points on 2/8 shooting to … The post James Harden had comically bad take after getting swept by Knicks appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Knicks set the most unreal record in run to the NBA Finals

The New York Knicks have reached levels of dominance the NBA has never seen before. The Knicks emerged as the victors of the Eastern Conference Finals on Monday in yet another massive blowout, throttling the Cleveland Cavaliers 130-93 in Game 4 at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. Thirteen different Knicks players scored in the contest, … The post Knicks set the most unreal record in run to the NBA Finals appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Timothee Chalamet was living every Knicks fan’s dream in Game 4

Timothee Chalamet used his star power to his full advantage on Monday as the New York Knicks secured their spot in the NBA Finals. Knick-fan celebrities were barred from getting courtside seats for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. But Chalamet was able to pull some strings to … The post Timothee Chalamet was living every Knicks fan’s dream in Game 4 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Charles Barkley slams Cavaliers for ‘quitting’ in Game 4 vs. Knicks

Charles Barkley added insult to the Cleveland Cavaliers’ injury on Monday as they limped their way out of the Eastern Conference Finals. The Cavaliers put on a miserable effort in the first half of Game 4 against the New York Knicks, in front of their home fans, no less, at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. … The post Charles Barkley slams Cavaliers for ‘quitting’ in Game 4 vs. Knicks appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Everyone made the same joke after Knicks blitzed Cavaliers in Game 4

The New York Knicks dominated the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first half of Monday’s Game 4 by the traditional metrics. But fans still need to confirm what the analytics say. The Knicks had four different players in double figures before halftime of the Eastern Conference Finals closeout game at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. Landry … The post Everyone made the same joke after Knicks blitzed Cavaliers in Game 4 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Update emerges on Lionel Messi after pre-World Cup injury scare

Lionel Messi will not be missing out on his last dance. The Argentinian soccer superstar Messi, who plays at the club level for Inter Miami of Major League Soccer (MLS), suffered a big injury scare on Sunday night. During Miami’s game against the Philadelphia Union at Nu Stadium in Miami, Fla., Messi asked to subbed … The post Update emerges on Lionel Messi after pre-World Cup injury scare appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Chris Paul took a shot at referee Scott Foster during playoff game

Chris Paul has run out of hoots to give in retirement. Veteran NBA referee Scott Foster served as the crew chief for Sunday’s Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and the Oklahoma City Thunder. San Antonio went on to win in a 103-82 blowout at Frost Bank Center in … The post Chris Paul took a shot at referee Scott Foster during playoff game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Ex-UCLA standout is retiring at age 22

A former standout for the UCLA men’s basketball team will not be pursuing a professional career. Ex-UCLA point guard Donovan Dent is retiring from the sport at age 22, he told the Albuquerque Journal this week. Dent said that he now plans to return to his home in New Mexico and become a personal trainer … The post Ex-UCLA standout is retiring at age 22 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jaylen Brown gives a theory on why he did not make All-NBA First Team

Jaylen Brown is feeling slighted once again. The Boston Celtics star Brown was officially named this week to the 2025-26 All-NBA Second Team. It was the second such selection of Brown’s professional career after he also made the All-NBA Second Team in 2022-23. As for the All-NBA First Team, those spots went to Cade Cunningham … The post Jaylen Brown gives a theory on why he did not make All-NBA First Team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Lakers are being linked to a former All-Defensive player

The Los Angeles Lakers might be going for another player from Luka Doncic’s draft class. Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III is gaining “buzz” as a potential target for the Lakers this offseason, ESPN’s Bobby Marks reported this week during an appearance on “Sedano & Kap.” Marks also noted that Williams could be in … The post Lakers are being linked to a former All-Defensive player appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Report: Thunder could trade up for 1 elite draft prospect

The defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder could be making another power move. Oklahoma City may try to trade up into the top four of this year’s NBA Draft and pursue ex-Duke star Cameron Boozer, according to a report Monday by Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. Siegel notes that the Thunder could potentially use their No. 12 … The post Report: Thunder could trade up for 1 elite draft prospect appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Greg Sankey addresses College Football Playoff expansion talks

Rumors have swirled lately about the College Football Playoff expanding to a 24-team field. With the SEC spring meetings set to take place in Miramar Beach, Fla., conference commissioner Greg Sankey addressed those discussions, but he doesn’t see anything coming to a decision soon. “I don’t anticipate any decisions on the College Football Playoff, just … The post Greg Sankey addresses College Football Playoff expansion talks appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski set all kinds of records on Memorial Day

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski is firmly in the National League Cy Young race, and his latest start proved it even more. On Memorial Day, Misiorowski went seven innings, allowing just two hits and one run while striking out 12 batters to take the MLB lead in that category. In the process, Misiorowski set all … The post Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski set all kinds of records on Memorial Day appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Orioles player hits walk-off home run in 2nd straight day

On Sunday, Colton Cowser hit a walk-off home run to give the Baltimore Orioles a 5-3 win over the Detroit Tigers at Oriole Park in Baltimore, Md, in Game 1 of the doubleheader. On Memorial Day, Cowser hit another walk-off home run, this time giving the Orioles a 9-7 win over the Tampa Bay Rays … The post Orioles player hits walk-off home run in 2nd straight day appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Kawhi Leonard has been linked to 1 new team

While Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is going to be at the forefront of trade conversations, another big name that could be moved is Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard. Several teams reportedly expressed interest in Leonard at the deadline, and he has already been linked to the Miami Heat and Golden State Warriors. Now, … The post Kawhi Leonard has been linked to 1 new team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Knicks players sent a message with their Game 4 outfits

The New York Knicks seemingly wanted to send a message to the Cleveland Cavaliers in how they arrived for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Monday. Knicks players, including Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart, arrived at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Oh. for Monday’s game dressed in black. Most interpreted it as the Knicks … The post Knicks players sent a message with their Game 4 outfits appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Bryce Harper gets absolutely roasted for how he brushes his teeth

Bryce Harper may have shown a bit too much of himself on social media, because the world will never let him live down how he goes about brushing his teeth. Harper did a livestream Monday where he showed off his morning routine. One particular part went viral, however: Harper applying his toothpaste by putting the … The post Bryce Harper gets absolutely roasted for how he brushes his teeth appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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3 teams interested in trading for Jaylen Brown

There is no real evidence that the Boston Celtics are looking to trade Jaylen Brown, but they will have plenty of interest if they do listen to offers. The Atlanta Hawks, Houston Rockets, and Portland Trail Blazers are all thought to have “legitimate trade interest” in Brown, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. … The post 3 teams interested in trading for Jaylen Brown appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Wander Franco sentenced in sexual abuse case

Former Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco has been sentenced after being alleged to have sexually exploited a minor. Franco was found guilty of sexual and psychological exploitation of a minor stemming from his relationship with a 14-year-old girl. He will, however, avoid a prison sentence. The victim’s mother will receive a 10-year prison sentence … The post Wander Franco sentenced in sexual abuse case appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Aaron Rodgers may have had a reason for his retirement announcement

Aaron Rodgers immediately revealed after rejoining the Pittsburgh Steelers that he intends to retire after the upcoming NFL season, and there may have been a reason behind that. In a recent appearance on “The Rich Eisen Show,” NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero suggested that Rodgers put that out there as a message to his teammates. Rodgers … The post Aaron Rodgers may have had a reason for his retirement announcement appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo reportedly has strong interest in 2 teams

Two teams appear to have the best chance of acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo if the Milwaukee Bucks star has his way. The Boston Celtics and Miami Heat are thought to be the two teams Antetokounmpo is most intrigued by, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The Dallas Mavericks are also mentioned as a possible … The post Giannis Antetokounmpo reportedly has strong interest in 2 teams appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fernando Mendoza was ‘really upset’ about having to miss OTAs

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza is not thrilled about having to miss OTAs in order to attend the NFLPA Rookie Premiere. The annual Rookie Premiere connects the new class of NFL rookies with potential sponsors, and Mendoza was among those in attendance for the event, which took place earlier this month. He confessed, however, … The post Fernando Mendoza was ‘really upset’ about having to miss OTAs appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Gregg Popovich called out Spurs players after their Game 3 loss

Former San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich still hovers around the organization, and he apparently made his presence known following the team’s loss in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals. Spurs guard De’Aaron Fox revealed that Popovich actually went to the locker room following San Antonio’s 123-108 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on … The post Gregg Popovich called out Spurs players after their Game 3 loss appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Paige Bueckers reacts to Azzi Fudd’s historic breakout game

Azzi Fudd finally had her breakout game in the WNBA, and she did so by breaking a record previously held by her Dallas Wings teammate, Paige Bueckers. Fudd, the No. 1 overall pick at the 2026 WNBA Draft, led the Wings to a 91-76 win over the New York Liberty at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, … The post Paige Bueckers reacts to Azzi Fudd’s historic breakout game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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