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Ex-Colts TE claims Chris Ballard pushed Andrew Luck into retirement

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Former Indianapolis Colts tight end Eric Ebron claimed on the On My Soul podcast that Indianapolis general manager Chris Ballard issued quarterback Andrew Luck a wild ultimatum in 2019. “[Luck] don’t tell nobody this. This is the backstory,” Ebron said. “He’s so tired of injury that he just doesn’t want to do surgery. You know … The post Ex-Colts TE claims Chris Ballard pushed Andrew Luck into retirement appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jason Kidd makes bold claim about Cooper Flagg after his 51-point game

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Jason Kidd is basically the conductor of the Cooper Flagg hype train at this point. The Dallas Mavericks got heated with officials during Friday’s game against the Orlando Magic for arguing for Flagg’s sake and eventually got ejected from American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. Flagg was upset over a no-call on a drive that … The post Jason Kidd makes bold claim about Cooper Flagg after his 51-point game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Texas coach made classy move after losing to UCLA in Final Four

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Texas women’s basketball head coach Vic Schaefer showed some heart for his players in the dying seconds of Friday’s Final Four game against UCLA. Graduating Texas senior Rori Harmon checked out of the heavyweight NCAA Tournament clash as her team trailed 51-44 with 3.1 seconds left at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz. Harmon was … The post Texas coach made classy move after losing to UCLA in Final Four appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Cooper Flagg pulls off NBA feat no other teenager has ever done

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Cooper Flagg cannot legally buy a beer just yet, but he can at least satiate himself with a 50-burger as he counts down the days. The Dallas Mavericks rookie went off for 51 points in a losing effort Friday against the Orlando Magic at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. While the present-day scoreboard showed … The post Cooper Flagg pulls off NBA feat no other teenager has ever done appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Bucks under investigation from NBA

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The Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo are once again at odds, with the NBA having to play the role of arbiter. The league is reportedly investigating the Bucks for potentially circumventing the player participation policy and for allegedly making “inconsistent statements’ about the health of Antetokounmpo. The NBA is investigating the Milwaukee Bucks for their … The post Bucks under investigation from NBA appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Geno Auriemma goes at Dawn Staley in heated postgame confrontation

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Geno Auriemma and Dawn Staley exchanged words that weren’t of the friendly variety Friday after UConn and South Carolina clashed in the Final Four. Staley’s Gamecocks dealt Auriemma’s Huskies their first loss of the season in a 62-48 contest that saw UConn shoot 31.1% from the field. Auriemma wanted more than just a handshake after … The post Geno Auriemma goes at Dawn Staley in heated postgame confrontation appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Knicks announcer had his unhinged diss against Bulls get completely vindicated

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New York Knicks announcer Walt “Clyde” Frazier dialed up the creativity to insult the Chicago Bulls on Friday, and got proven right almost immediately. As the game tipped off at Madison Square Garden, Frazier stunningly compared the wreckage from some of the Bulls’ recent losses to war-torn Iran. His partner in the booth, Mike Breen, … The post Knicks announcer had his unhinged diss against Bulls get completely vindicated appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Notable update emerges about Shedeur Sanders’ status with Browns

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Shedeur Sanders seems to be solidifying his status in Cleveland. The Cleveland Browns quarterback Sanders appears to be the “favorite” to win the team’s QB1 job for next season, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reported on Friday. Sanders is expected to be in a competition with fellow Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson during training camp this … The post Notable update emerges about Shedeur Sanders’ status with Browns appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Lakers linked to a former 20-ppg scorer

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The Los Angeles Lakers appear to be going for one half of “Bobi and Tobi.” Veteran NBA forward Tobias Harris of the Detroit Pistons will be an early free-agent target for the Lakers, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported on Friday. Siegel also notes that Peyton Watson and Tari Eason are targets for the Lakers as … The post Lakers linked to a former 20-ppg scorer appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Mick Cronin reacts to Tommy Lloyd’s decision to stay at Arizona

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It’s official: Arizona Wildcats head coach Tommy Lloyd is not going to be the next coach at North Carolina. On Friday, Lloyd announced he is staying, and reports surfaced that Arizona gave the head coach a new five-year contract. Lloyd’s name had been linked to the North Carolina job ever since Hubert Davis was fired, … The post Mick Cronin reacts to Tommy Lloyd’s decision to stay at Arizona appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Report: Bucks players have lost confidence in Doc Rivers

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Doc Rivers is apparently look like a quack to some of his team’s players. Several Milwaukee Bucks players have lost confidence in Rivers’ coaching style, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported on Friday. Siegel adds that Rivers’ status in Milwaukee will be worth watching in the NBA offseason. The former NBA Coach of the Year Rivers, … The post Report: Bucks players have lost confidence in Doc Rivers appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Lakers announce bad news about Luka Doncic’s hamstring injury

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The 2025-26 Los Angeles Lakers season has officially entered the danger zone. Lakers superstar Luka Doncic will be out indefinitely due to his left hamstring injury, Shams Charania of ESPN reported on Friday. Doncic is set to miss at least the remainder of the regular season, and his status is uncertain beyond that, Charania adds. … The post Lakers announce bad news about Luka Doncic’s hamstring injury appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Steelers’ QB plans revealed if Aaron Rodgers doesn’t return

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The Pittsburgh Steelers are patiently waiting to see whether or not quarterback Aaron Rodgers will return for the 2026 season. The clock is ticking for a Rodgers decision, especially with the NFL Draft just a few weeks away. On Friday, Steelers insider Brooke Pryor revealed the team’s plans if Rodgers does not return. “I think … The post Steelers’ QB plans revealed if Aaron Rodgers doesn’t return appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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NFL hands down its verdict in Rashee Rice investigation

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Rashee Rice can go to bed a happy man tonight. The NFL has officially concluded that the Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rice did not engage in conduct that violated the league’s personal conduct policy, Adam Schefter of ESPN reported Friday. Schefter notes that the NFL’s investigation into Rice is now closed and that there … The post NFL hands down its verdict in Rashee Rice investigation appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Report: 1 key Denver Nuggets player could be traded

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One key Denver Nuggets player could be getting rerouted after just one season with the team. Nuggets forward Cameron Johnson may potentially be a trade candidate this offseason, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reported Friday during an appearance on YES Network. Scotto notes that fellow Denver forward Peyton Watson will be a restricted free agent this … The post Report: 1 key Denver Nuggets player could be traded appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jaguars star lands $110 million contract

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Jacksonville Jaguars star pass rusher Travon Walker is getting a massive paycheck. Walker, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, and the Jaguars have agreed to a four-year deal worth $110 million with $77 million guaranteed, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Details: 4 Years.$110M Contract. $77M Total Guarantees. &50M Fully … The post Jaguars star lands $110 million contract appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Luka Doncic may still qualify for NBA awards under rare exception

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The 65-game rule for NBA players to receive an award now could impact Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic. Doncic exited Thursday’s game against the Oklahoma City Thunder due to a hamstring injury, and concern has circulated regarding how long Doncic will be out. Doncic has played in 64 games this season, and he is … The post Luka Doncic may still qualify for NBA awards under rare exception appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Warriors get big news on Stephen Curry’s injury return timeline

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The Golden State Warriors have played the past two-plus months without superstar guard Stephen Curry due to a knee injury. However, Curry’s return is right around the corner. On Friday, ESPN’s Shams Charania and Anthony Slater reported that Curry is expected to be back for Sunday’s game against the Houston Rockets. Golden State Warriors star … The post Warriors get big news on Stephen Curry’s injury return timeline appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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New update emerges in Dusty May rumors involving North Carolina job

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Dusty May and the No. 1 seed Michigan Wolverines are set to face the No. 1 seed Arizona Wildcats on Saturday in the Final Four at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind. May’s name has been tossed around plenty in the North Carolina Tar Heels head coach opening, and May’s name surfaced even more after … The post New update emerges in Dusty May rumors involving North Carolina job appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jason Kidd doubles down after Mark Cuban’s comments on Luka Doncic trade

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The fallout from the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade with the Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks in 2025 is still happening. Recently, Mark Cuban commented on the Doncic trade, even saying that Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd helped GM Nico Harrison with the trade. On Friday, Kidd shut that down with a strong statement. “I … The post Jason Kidd doubles down after Mark Cuban’s comments on Luka Doncic trade appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Tommy Lloyd makes big announcement amid North Carolina rumors

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Arizona Wildcats head coach Tommy Lloyd will not be going to North Carolina despite his name circulating in rumors for that job. One day before Arizona’s Final Four game against Michigan, Lloyd announced he is staying at Arizona. “I’m happy to announce I’m staying at Arizona,” Lloyd said. “We’ve been able to get some things … The post Tommy Lloyd makes big announcement amid North Carolina rumors appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Dan Hurley calls UConn star the ‘best baby sitter’ ahead of Final Four

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Once again, Dan Hurley and the UConn Huskies are playing in the Final Four. UConn won back-to-back national titles before a second-round exit last season, and now Hurley is back with hopes of a third title in four seasons. Ahead of the Final Four game against Illinois, Hurley had quite the comparison for star Alex … The post Dan Hurley calls UConn star the ‘best baby sitter’ ahead of Final Four appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Nigerian DT Uar Bernard turns heads before NFL Draft

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The 2026 NFL Draft begins on April 23 and will take place in Pittsburgh, Pa. Until then, players are doing what they can to gain attention from NFL scouts and talent evaluators at the NFL Scouting Combine and other events. However, one unknown star emerged at the HBCU Showcase recently: Defensive tackle Uar Bernard, who … The post Nigerian DT Uar Bernard turns heads before NFL Draft appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Austin Reaves trades F-bombs with Luka Doncic heckler

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Austin Reaves had a message for a fan who was heckling the Los Angeles Lakers while Luka Doncic was hurt on Thursday night. Doncic suffered a concerning injury during his Lakers’ 139-96 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Okla., on Thursday night. The Lakers star went down with a … The post Austin Reaves trades F-bombs with Luka Doncic heckler appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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