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It turns out that the judge in Warner Bros. Discovery’s lawsuit against the NBA is intimately familiar with the league’s media-rights wheelings and dealings. He represented two brothers in a settlement with the league that ultimately netted them hundreds of millions of dollars in 2014. WBD sued the...

Judge in WBD-NBA Suit Was Part of Legendary Deal That Cost NBA $500 Million

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WNBA legend Sheryl Swoopes recently spoke on her podcast, "Queens of the Court," sharing her take on the league's Rookie of the Year debate between Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese and Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark.  Clark entered the league as the No. 1 overall pick. She left college ...

Sheryl Swoopes Reveals Why Caitlin Clark Shouldn't Win WNBA Rookie of the Year

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	The NBA’s blockbuster $76 billion megadeals with Disney, NBCUniversal and Amazon Prime are a testament to its product, and the unrivaled reach and power of live sports. And the deals should also send shivers down the spines of almost everyone in Hollywood outside the network executive suites.What Hollywood Wants From Kamala Harris




	While the 11-year agreements are seen as a critical strategic maneuver by the media companies looking to build streaming business and are a financial boon for the league, they are also, in the words of one veteran media executive who declined to be named, the latest example of a “transfer...

How the NBA’s Slam-Dunk Deals Will Reshape TV

The WNBA’s historic media-rights deal may end up much larger than previously announced if the league is able to add additional partners. The signed deal between the NBA and Disney, NBCUniversal, and Amazon is worth $77 billion for 11 years, with $2.2 billion of the deal, or about $200 million per year, assigned to the WNBA. But the WNBA could end up with as much as $3 billion in rights fees by the end of the 11-year term, according to ESPN.

WNBA’s Media-Rights Deal Could Surge to $3 Billion with New Partners

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The WNBA just agreed to a record-setting $2.2 billion media rights deal that could well help lift the league to mainstream status. But not everybody is a fan of the deal, including women’s basketball legend Cheryl Miller. Now Bill Simmons suggests that a new league could form in the coming years and challenge the WNBA […]
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Bill Simmons Says Alternate League Will Challenge WNBA Amid New TV Rights Deal

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

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With another Summer Olympics being contested, Mark Cuban has made it clear he still doesn't agree with NBA players participating.

Mark Cuban Reiterates His Opposition To The NBA Allowing Players To Play For Team USA At The Olympics

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

The Olympics are experiencing a huge bump in viewership, and Scott Hanson’s Gold Zone could be a big reason why. We broke down NBC’s new flagship show with Front Office Sports senior reporter Michael McCarthy, who spoke with Hanson about the program’s early success. Plus, Bella Hadid...

Inside Scott Hanson’s ‘Gold Zone,’ Wave of Olympic Surfing

Virginia State

Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

The Olympics got underway Friday with record-setting viewership for its opening ceremony along the Seine. We sat down with Bill Kirk, CEO of Weather Trends International, to discuss the dangers of the river and how climate patterns are among the most important factors for the International Olympic Committee’s planning process.

Outstanding Olympics Opener, BTS at ‘FOS’

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

In the charmingly delightful world of astrology, you should know that each of the zodiac signs carries a specific set of traits. Those characteristics influence how individuals navigate the challenges they may meet in life. Some signs are known for their over-the-top boldness. These are the people who usually have such a strong willingness to face conflicts head-on.

3 Zodiac Signs That Hate Confrontation

Supermodel Bella Hadid blasted Adidas’s lack of preparation and admitted her team should have done more diligence for an ill-fated shoe campaign tied to the Olympics. The campaign, launched in March, drew criticism earlier this month for commemorating the 1972 Munich Olympic Games—the same Olympics in which 11 Israeli athletes and coaches were killed during a terrorist attack carried out by Palestinian militant group Black September. Hadid, who is Palestinian, was one of the spokespeople for the SL 72 rollout. She has become known for advocating for pro-Palestinian causes along with her sister Gigi and is a harsh critic of Israel.

Bella Hadid Apologizes for Olympic Ad: ‘Adidas Should Have Known’

Jaylen Brown and Grant Hill exchanged comments about the “conspiracy” behind USA Basketball. We sat down with Front Office Sports reporter Colin Salao to discuss the invisible forces of Team USA and what’s next in this saga. Plus, the negative effects of legalized gambling in the U.S....

Team USA Basketball Drama, Problem With Legalized Gambling

O.J. Simpson’s golf clubs, SUV, driver’s license and even his Heisman Trophy will all be headed for auction in the near future. On Friday, a Nevada probate judge agreed to a proposal from the late, infamous football star’s estate to auction off “unique and high-end personal property” to help pay a portion of the money owed to the family of Ron Goldman, who died alongside Simpson’s wife, Nicole, in 1994.

O.J. Simpson’s Estate Auctioning Heisman, Golf Clubs to Pay Goldman Family

Awful Announcing

On the latest episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast titled “The Future of Everything with Derek Thompson,” Bill Simmons Derek Thompson predicted… well, the future of everything. And while The Ringer duo discussed a variety of subjects — when it comes to politics, Simmons predict that conspiracy theories are about to have a moment — Read more...
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Bill Simmons makes major WNBA prediction

In July 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic was raging, the NBA was about to restart play in the bubble at Walt Disney World in Florida, and the Cleveland baseball and Washington, D.C., football teams announced they would change their names after the death of George Floyd sparked anti-racist protests around the country.

‘The Hub We’ve Never Had’: Peacock Finally Figures out the Olympics

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Fulton, MO

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Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Bloomington, IN

Women's Fastbreak On SI

Indiana Fever GM Lin Dunn believes Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston can help the team lure WNBA free agents

Fever GM Sees Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston as WNBA Free Agent Pitch

Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles Clippers On SI

LA Clippers superstar Kawhi Leonard made a rare appearance.

Kawhi Leonard Makes First Basketball Appearance Since Team USA Controversy

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WNBA’s New Rights Deal: A Pivotal Moment for League’s Future Growth

The WNBA, together with the NBA, just signed a media-rights deal with partners Disney, NBCUniversal, and Amazon until 2036. However, the next five seasons, including the...

WNBA’s New Rights Deal: A Pivotal Moment for League’s Future Growth

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