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Eastern Conference team likely to aggressively pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo

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If Giannis Antetokounmpo gets traded this offseason, one team appears likely to be extremely aggressive in trying to land him. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported on “NBA Today” Tuesday that Pat Riley and the Heat are extremely motivated to land a huge name this offseason and will look into any star that becomes available. Charania specifically … The post Eastern Conference team likely to aggressively pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Bill Simmons had the best suggestion for the Hornets-Heat play-in game

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The Miami Heat and Charlotte Hornets will face off in the NBA’s Play-In Tournament on Tuesday, but Bill Simmons thinks there should be some added incentive to win the game. Simmons suggested on “The Bill Simmons Podcast” that the loser of the game should have to take back disgraced guard Terry Rozier. Rozier played for … The post Bill Simmons had the best suggestion for the Hornets-Heat play-in game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Iowa punished for tampering with ex-QB Cade McNamara

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The Iowa Hawkeyes have been forced to vacate multiple wins due to illegally tampering with former quarterback Cade McNamara. The NCAA announced Tuesday that Iowa would face punishment for “impermissible contacts with a student-athlete who was enrolled at another NCAA school at the time and who had not yet entered the NCAA Transfer Portal.” Coach … The post Iowa punished for tampering with ex-QB Cade McNamara appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Steve Kerr has created ‘internal frustration’ with Warriors

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Steve Kerr’s future with the Golden State Warriors is not in serious doubt, but the coach has apparently caused some frustration behind the scenes this year. Kerr’s contract expires at the end of the season, and the coach openly wants to stay and there is no internal expectation of a split, according to Nick Friedell … The post Steve Kerr has created ‘internal frustration’ with Warriors appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jaime Jaquez Jr. reacts to his sister Gabriela Jaquez getting drafted by the Chicago Sky

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Jaime Jaquez Jr. is no longer the only pro in the family. On Monday, Jaquez’s sister, Gabriela Jaquez, was selected fifth overall in the 2026 WNBA Draft by the Chicago Sky. Gabriela was expected to be among the first names called at the draft, given the body of work she put together during her college … The post Jaime Jaquez Jr. reacts to his sister Gabriela Jaquez getting drafted by the Chicago Sky appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Angel Reese had a message for Atlanta Dream’s draft pick

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Angel Reese is thrilled with the Atlanta Dream’s first-round pick at the 2026 WNBA Draft. The Dream used their No. 13 pick to select South Carolina Gamecocks center Madina Okot to boost their frontcourt, which also now features Reese. In an Instagram Story post, Reese shared her reaction to Okot’s arrival in Atlanta. “ROOK!! Another … The post Angel Reese had a message for Atlanta Dream’s draft pick appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Texans GM sends a clear message on CJ Stroud after offseason decision

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CJ Stroud will remain with the Houston Texans for at least two more seasons after the team picked up his fifth-year option in early April, but the partnership is expected to continue beyond the 2027 campaign, if Texans general manager Nick Caserio’s statement about the quarterback is to be believed. “I don’t really think it … The post Texans GM sends a clear message on CJ Stroud after offseason decision appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Concerning details emerge about Deion Sanders’ Colorado program

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The Colorado Buffaloes football program under Deion Sanders is losing its luster, if one is to base it on the attendance at the team’s spring games. According to data collected by College Sports Only, attendance at the Buffaloes’ spring games since Sanders took over the program in 2023 has been in sharp decline. There were … The post Concerning details emerge about Deion Sanders’ Colorado program appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Carlos Correa sends a profane message amid the Astros’ concerning situation

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The Houston Astros are on a downward spiral, and they can’t seem to find a way to stop the bleeding. They suffered their sixth consecutive defeat on Monday, punctuating a four-game series against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, Wash., with a 6-2 loss. Injuries have greatly slowed down Houston, which started the … The post Carlos Correa sends a profane message amid the Astros’ concerning situation appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mike Trout gets honest about his unforgettable duel with Aaron Judge

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Two future Baseball Hall of Famers went toe to toe on Monday and produced one of the most memorable games of the still-young 2026 MLB season, as Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout and New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge traded blows and answered each other’s home runs at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, N.Y. … The post Mike Trout gets honest about his unforgettable duel with Aaron Judge appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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The most unexpected Dodgers player becomes first to 20 RBIs

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A Los Angeles Dodgers slugger has hit the 20-RBI mark before anyone else in the majors — and it’s not anyone fans would have guessed to do it. The Dodgers have a murderer’s row of hitters atop their batting order in Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, and Freddie Freeman. They also feature All-Stars littered throughout their … The post The most unexpected Dodgers player becomes first to 20 RBIs appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Pirates post monstrous 10-run inning vs. Nationals

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The Pittsburgh Pirates laid the lumber on the Washington Nationals on Monday with an inning for the ages. The Pirates had Paul Skenes on the mound, who historically hasn’t gotten a lot of run support throughout his young career. That wasn’t the case against the Nationals in front of a raucous home crowd at PNC … The post Pirates post monstrous 10-run inning vs. Nationals appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Anthony Davis gets brutally honest on his future with Wizards

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Anthony Davis made his feelings very clear Monday as he spoke about what the future holds for him as a member of the Washington Wizards. The 10-time All-Star was candid with reporters Monday about his new team, months after the blockbuster trade that sent him to D.C. Davis asserted that he needs the Wizards’ brass … The post Anthony Davis gets brutally honest on his future with Wizards appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Scott Boras gets fired by an MLB All-Star client

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Another MLB client has decided to drop The Boras Corporation. Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm has fired his agent Scott Boras, Charlotte Varnes of The Athletic reported on Monday. Varnes adds that Bohm is rehiring Nick Chanock, an agent with The Team (formerly known as Wasserman). Chanock previously represented Bohm earlier on in Bohm’s … The post Scott Boras gets fired by an MLB All-Star client appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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LiAngelo Ball is interested in returning to the NBA

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The forgotten Ball brother may not be finished with basketball just yet. LiAngelo Ball spoke this week in an interview with Heavy. During the interview, Ball said that he is interested in potentially returning to the NBA. “I feel like I’m in the position to play in the NBA,” said Ball. “If they ever did … The post LiAngelo Ball is interested in returning to the NBA appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Details emerge on what caused Tyrese Haliburton’s sudden weight gain

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Tyrese Haliburton has addressed the chatter regarding his visible weight gain in recent weeks. The Indiana Pacers star became a trending topic for the wrong reasons on Sunday during his team’s regular-season finale. Several fans noticed Haliburton, who has been sidelined throughout the season with a torn Achilles, looking particularly portly. The jokes immediately started … The post Details emerge on what caused Tyrese Haliburton’s sudden weight gain appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Cy Young finalist had the most brutal start of the season

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Garrett Crochet may need to forfeit some of the Cy Young Award votes he got last season after his debacle of a start on Monday night. The Boston Red Sox ace took the mound against the Minnesota Twins in what was expected to be a lengthy start for him at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minn. … The post Cy Young finalist had the most brutal start of the season appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Cameron Brink looked so ripped at Coachella

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Cameron Brink was showing off at Coachella over the weekend. The Los Angeles Sparks star Brink attended the annual music and arts festival in Indio, Calif. In a post to her Instagram Story on Sunday, Brink showed off the outfit that she wore to the event. Brink was wearing a top that highlighted her impressive … The post Cameron Brink looked so ripped at Coachella appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Orioles manager Craig Albernaz gets struck in the head by a foul ball

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Craig Albernaz was involved in a terrifying incident during Monday’s game. The Baltimore Orioles were hosting the Arizona Diamondbacks at Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, Md. on Monday. In the fifth inning of the contest, the Orioles manager Albernaz was struck by a foul ball off the bat of Baltimore second baseman Jeremiah … The post Orioles manager Craig Albernaz gets struck in the head by a foul ball appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Dick Vitale announces more difficult health news

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Dick Vitale is facing yet another health challenge. The legendary college basketball broadcaster Vitale announced the difficult news on Monday that he has been diagnosed with melanoma in his lung and his liver cavity. Vitale added that he plans to begin immunotherapy treatment shortly in order to beat the disease. “Today, my oncologist, Dr. Brown, … The post Dick Vitale announces more difficult health news appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Paige Bueckers reacts to her girlfriend Azzi Fudd going No. 1 to Wings

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Paige Bueckers is pretty stoked about her (very familiar) new teammate. The Dallas Wings selected former UConn star Azzi Fudd with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft on Monday. Fudd will now be reunited in Dallas with her girlfriend Bueckers. Meanwhile, Bueckers was also in attendance on Monday for the draft … The post Paige Bueckers reacts to her girlfriend Azzi Fudd going No. 1 to Wings appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Cooper Flagg joins Michael Jordan in NBA history

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The Dallas Mavericks finished the season with a 26-56 record, but rookie Cooper Flagg looked every bit like a superstar. Flagg finished the season averaging 21 points with 6.7 rebounds and 4.5 assists while playing in 70 games. He led the Mavericks in total points, rebounds, assists and steals, becoming the only player besides Michael … The post Cooper Flagg joins Michael Jordan in NBA history appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Orioles land new infielder in trade with Reds

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The 2026 MLB season is not even one month old, but the Baltimore Orioles are adding a new face to the roster. On Monday, the Orioles acquired infielder Christian Encarnacion-Strand in a trade with the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for cash considerations. The Reds had DFA’d Encarnacion-Strand on April 8, and the Orioles are now … The post Orioles land new infielder in trade with Reds appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Astros’ free agency splash already dealing with an injury

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The Houston Astros won the sweepstakes for Tatsuya Imai, signing the Japanese pitcher to a three-year deal that could be worth as much as $63 million. However, after just three starts, Imai is now headed to the IL. Jeremy Pena is also going to the IL, so the Astros are already dealing with unfortunate injuries … The post Astros’ free agency splash already dealing with an injury appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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