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Star big man declined at least $7 million from another school to join Michigan

Michigan Wolverines star Yaxel Lendeborg has become a superstar in his first season in Ann Arbor. Lendeborg spent time at Arizona Western before going to UAB. Then, he transferred to Michigan and just won Big Ten Player of the Year for one of the top seeds in the NCAA Tournament. Ahead of March Madness, Lendeborg … The post Star big man declined at least $7 million from another school to join Michigan appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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John Calipari calls for change after NCAA Tournament schedule release

Arkansas Razorbacks head coach John Calipari has never been one to hold his tongue. A day after Selection Sunday, Calipari made a request for a change to the schedule. Arkansas defeated Vanderbilt 86-75 in the SEC title game on Sunday at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., and Calipari is not thrilled about having to travel … The post John Calipari calls for change after NCAA Tournament schedule release appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Alabama player removed from campus before NCAA Tournament

The 2026 NCAA Tournament begins with First Four games on Tuesday, and the Round of 64 kicks off on Thursday. However, just days before March Madness, the Alabama Crimson Tide got some untimely news. Freshman Aden Holloway has been removed from campus and will be away from the team. Alabama says Aden Holloway has been … The post Alabama player removed from campus before NCAA Tournament appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Bam Adebayo earns NBA award following 83-point performance

Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo put his name in the NBA record books with an 83-point performance on March 10 in a 150-122 win over the Washington Wizards at Kaseya Center in Miami, Fla. Adebayo’s massive night put him second all-time in the single-game scoring list, putting him above Kobe Bryant. Now, Adebayo has been … The post Bam Adebayo earns NBA award following 83-point performance appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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49ers sign a former 1,000-yard wide receiver

The San Francisco 49ers continue to rebuild their wide receiver room by adding a former 1,000-yard threat to their ranks. Wide receiver Christian Kirk is signing a one-year deal with the 49ers, according to multiple reports. The deal will be worth $6 million. Kirk is a solid, low-risk addition for the Niners, who still appear … The post 49ers sign a former 1,000-yard wide receiver appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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DeAndre Hopkins calls out Ravens in deleted post

Wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins still appears to have some hard feelings over how the Baltimore Ravens used him in 2025. Hopkins on Monday reposted a fan’s message urging the Ravens to bring Hopkins back, accompanied by video of the wide receiver’s Week 1 touchdown against the Buffalo Bills. Hopkins made clear, however, that he felt … The post DeAndre Hopkins calls out Ravens in deleted post appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Update emerges on LeBron James’ playing future

A new update has emerged regarding LeBron James’ NBA future. In an appearance on ESPN’s “Get Up!” Monday, Shams Charania said the “feeling around LeBron and the league” is that James will play one more season. He added, however, that how the Los Angeles Lakers finish the campaign could have a big impact on where … The post Update emerges on LeBron James’ playing future appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Aaron Judge has surprising opinion on the World Baseball Classic

Aaron Judge had a fairly bold take on the atmosphere at the World Baseball Classic following Sunday night’s game. Judge and Team USA held off the Dominican Republic 2-1 at LoanDepot Park in Miami, Fla. on Sunday to advance to the final. The atmosphere of the game was a raucous one, as many Dominican fans … The post Aaron Judge has surprising opinion on the World Baseball Classic appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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6-time Pro Bowl selection officially announces his retirement

A former six-time Pro Bowl selection officially announced his retirement from the NFL on Monday. Cornerback Darius Slay posted on Instagram that he is stepping away from the NFL after 13 seasons. “This game put me in a position to help take care of my family and loved ones and I’m forever grateful,” Slay wrote … The post 6-time Pro Bowl selection officially announces his retirement appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Troy Aikman reveals he is still working with Dolphins

Troy Aikman appears to be fairly committed to his undefined role with the Miami Dolphins. In an appearance on the “Rodeo Time” podcast, the former Dallas Cowboys quarterback admitted he was caught off-guard when he was originally asked to help the team with its general manager search in January. He enjoyed the experience enough, however, … The post Troy Aikman reveals he is still working with Dolphins appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Iconic college basketball coach announces his retirement

One of the most successful college basketball coaches of his era has announced his retirement. Butler head coach Thad Matta is stepping down after four seasons, the school announced Monday. The 58-year-old will transition into a new role as special assistant to the school president and athletic director. Matta leaves coaching with 502 career wins, … The post Iconic college basketball coach announces his retirement appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Justin Fields has been traded by the Jets

Quarterback Justin Fields has a new home for 2026. Fields has been traded to the Kansas City Chiefs, according to multiple reports. The New York Jets will get a sixth-round pick for him, and will assume $7 million of his $10 million guaranteed salary. The Jets are paying all but $3M of Fields' $10M guaranteed … The post Justin Fields has been traded by the Jets appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fans roast Stephen A. Smith for his post about Bryce Harper

Baseball isn’t exactly Stephen A. Smith’s cup of tea, but that did not stop the ESPN personality from commenting on Sunday’s World Baseball Classic semifinal game between Team USA and the Dominican Republic at the LoanDepot Park in Miami, Fla. After Bryce Harper doubled off Dominican Republic pitcher Luis Severino in the third inning, Smith … The post Fans roast Stephen A. Smith for his post about Bryce Harper appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Gunnar Henderson had words for Aaron Judge after beating the Dominican Republic

Team USA is moving on to the championship game of the 2026 World Baseball Classic after passing a tough test in the semifinal. Against the loaded Dominican Republic side, the Americans leaned on their strong pitching, which did not need a fat run support to get the job done in a 2-1 victory over Juan … The post Gunnar Henderson had words for Aaron Judge after beating the Dominican Republic appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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The NBA could be two years away from a beloved franchise’s return

The NBA could become a 32-team league as soon as the 2028-29 season.  Shams Charania of ESPN reported Monday that the league will hold a vote at next week’s board of governors meetings on the possible addition of two franchises, exclusively in Las Vegas and Seattle. “There is momentum for stakeholders to approve surveying what … The post The NBA could be two years away from a beloved franchise’s return appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Video: Jalen Suggs leaves a couple emotional with a pregame gender reveal

Sunday was just another day for Jalen Suggs, but he made it one to remember for a couple of Orlando Magic fans. Before the Magic faced the Miami Heat at Kaseya Center in Miami, Fla., Suggs had already made his best assist of the night by helping a couple reveal the gender of their baby. … The post Video: Jalen Suggs leaves a couple emotional with a pregame gender reveal appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Purdue player has no idea where their NCAA Tournament opponent is from

Purdue Boilermakers senior center Oscar Cluff is ready for the 2026 NCAA Tournament, but he still has some catching up to do on his team’s first-round opponent, the Queens University Royals. After helping Purdue beat the Michigan Wolverines in the Big Ten tournament championship game on Sunday at the United Center in Chicago, Ill., Cluff … The post Purdue player has no idea where their NCAA Tournament opponent is from appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jay Bilas names player who can carry his team to a national title

College basketball expert Jay Bilas sounds convinced that Darius Acuff Jr. has what it takes to lead the Arkansas Razorbacks to the top of the 2026 NCAA Tournament. On Selection Sunday, Bilas named Acuff as the player he believes can completely take over and will his team to an NCAA championship. “We ask this every … The post Jay Bilas names player who can carry his team to a national title appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fans all said the same thing after Karl-Anthony Towns slammed ending of USA-Dominican Republic game

Fans were quick to remind Karl-Anthony Towns of his roots after he shared his thoughts on the Dominican Republic’s controversial exit from the World Baseball Classic. The Dominican Republic saw its WBC run come to an end on a brutal strike call that was well below the zone. Dominican shortstop Geraldo Perdomo was called out … The post Fans all said the same thing after Karl-Anthony Towns slammed ending of USA-Dominican Republic game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Steve Kerr screamed at the wrong player after Warriors’ botched play

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr appeared to take aim at the wrong target on Sunday in the team’s loss to the New York Knicks. Warriors rookie Will Richard deflected a lazy pass from Knicks guard Landry Shamet that triggered a fastbreak opportunity for Golden State late in the first half at Madison Square … The post Steve Kerr screamed at the wrong player after Warriors’ botched play appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Derek Jeter throws shade at umpire Cory Blaser over rough call to end USA-Dominican Republic WBC game

Derek Jeter did not hide his displeasure with home plate umpire Cory Blaser’s call to end Sunday’s Team USA-Dominican Republic semifinal in the World Baseball Classic. Team USA punched its ticket to the WBC Final thanks in part to a generous strikeout call from Blaser in the closing moments. Dominican shortstop Geraldo Perdomo, who made … The post Derek Jeter throws shade at umpire Cory Blaser over rough call to end USA-Dominican Republic WBC game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Brutal strike call decides Team USA-Dominican Republic WBC semifinal

Team USA benefitted from a generous strike call to end Sunday’s heavyweight clash against the Dominican Republic. The Dominican Republic trailed 2-1 with a runner on third and two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning at loanDepot park in Miami, Fla. Shortstop Geraldo Perdomo worked a full count and was in defense mode … The post Brutal strike call decides Team USA-Dominican Republic WBC semifinal appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Bruce Pearl calls out 1 team that Auburn deserves to replace in NCAA Tournament

Former Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl did not hide his dissatisfaction with the Tigers being left out of this year’s Big Dance. Auburn was among the first four out of the NCAA tournament this year alongside Oklahoma, San Diego State, and Indiana. Pearl was part of the panel during CBS’s March Madness selection show and … The post Bruce Pearl calls out 1 team that Auburn deserves to replace in NCAA Tournament appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Packers not ruling out major change to raise money

The Green Bay Packers may soon sacrifice an iconic part of their history to bow down to the almighty dollar. Packers president and CEO Ed Policy spoke to Ben Fischer of the Sports Business Journal earlier this week about the team potentially being hurt by its unique ownership structure. The Packers remain the only non-profit, … The post Packers not ruling out major change to raise money appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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