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San Antonio Spurs sensation Victor Wembanyama is coming for his NBA foes, and isn't scared to announce it.

Victor Wembanyama Sends Frightening Warning to NBA After France's Gold Medal Loss

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Here's how to watch the 2024 Olympics women's basketball gold medal game.

USA vs. France channel, time, TV schedule to watch 2024 Olympics women's basketball gold medal game

The Independent

 There was no Miracle on the Seine at the Olympics as the United States men’s basketball team did as expected by grinding out a 98-87 win over France to claim a fifth consecutive gold medal.Steph Curry scored 24 points, including four 3-pointers in the final three minutes, to lead the way.  It was the fifth consecutive gold medal for the US.  With the French sporting spotlight locked on the Bercy arena, the American showmen crushed Gallic hearts led by a fired up LeBron James, the “King” wearing shiny golden sneakers to mark the occasion.The result was the...

Olympics basketball LIVE: USA v France result and reaction as Steph Curry stars to retain gold medal

 Sunday is the final day for the Paris Olympics. The day will end with the closing ceremony at Stade de France, but 14 gold medals will be decided first.It begins with the women’s marathon in the morning and continues with the men’s handball final between Denmark and Germany. The women’s volleyball final sees the Americans defending their title against first-time finalist Italy. Competition concludes with host France facing the U.S. in the women's basketball final. The Americans are trying to become the first team — in any sport — to win eight consecutive Olympic gold medals, breaking a tie...

2024 Olympics schedule Aug. 11: US women go for basketball gold, closing ceremony

The Associated Press

PARIS (AP) — Down by 11 in the fourth quarter, against what looked like overwhelming odds, the U.S. Olympic men’s basketball team got a spark. Six points in two seconds. Kevin Durant and Devin Booker provided that wild sequence to start the comeback, Stephen Curry had a scoring night like almost none other in U.S. Olympic history, and the Americans will play for gold at the Paris Games. Curry scored 36 points, including a go-ahead 3-pointer with 2:16 left, and the U.S. beat Serbia 95-91 in a semifinal classic on Thursday night.

US men’s basketball team rallies to beat Serbia at Paris Olympics, will face France for gold medal

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The United States eked out a victory over Serbia to earn the right to face off against France in the gold medal game, and Steve Kerr has addressed the decision to leave Jayson Tatum on the bench for a second time despite Team USA’s struggles in the comeback win. There’s a reason America was the […]
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Steve Kerr Addresses Decision To Bench Jayson Tatum For A Second Time After His Mom Demanded An Explanation

Shaquille O’Neal is one of the most recognizable figures on Earth. He starred in the NBA for nearly two decades — earning four NBA Championships and a host of personnel accolades which make him one of the best big men to ever play the game. Off the court, you’re looking at a guy who’s an excellent businessman, an accomplished media personality, the epitome of a ‘good samaritan’ when it comes to actively protecting his communities, a talented musician/DJ, and a very educated individual.

Shaq Pulls the Plug on Financial Assistance to His Son

On Monday, Serena Williams publicly accused a restaurant in Paris of denying her and her kids access. Serena is currently situated in the French capital for the 2024 Olympics, along with her husband, Alexis Ohanian, and their kids: Alexis Olympia Jr., 6, and Adira River, 11 months. Serena claimed on...

After Serena Williams Claimed That She And Her Kids Were Denied Entry To A Restaurant In Paris, A Staff Member Detailed What Apparently Went Down

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Team USA won their fifth-straight gold medal in men’s basketball on Saturday after their win over France. The star-studded lineup had a couple close calls during their run, but they were able to reach their ultimate goal. Some players on this year’s team aren’t likely to be there for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, California. LeBron James has stated he can’t see himself playing in 2028 when he will be 43 years old. Stephen Curry will be 40 and Kevin Durant will be 39 when the 2028 Olympics are taking place.

10 Potential First-Time Olympians For Team USA In 2028

Zendaya has faced backlash on Instagram after starring in a tennis ad for sportswear brand On. The actress, 27, created so much hype with her 2024 Challengers movie earlier this year, she’s since landed herself a multi-year ambassador status with On. However, it looks like the brand’s social media followers aren’t welcoming her.

Zendaya Playing Tennis In Skimpy Skirt Unappreciated By Instagram

Former NFL star-turned-sports media personality Pat McAfee didn't hold back his thoughts as he celebrated Team USA's gold medal win at the Paris Olympics men's basketball tournament. LeBron James and Co. took down host country France in a thrilling finale, 98-87. While the Americans won by double ...

Pat McAfee’s Blunt Reaction To Team USA’s Gold Medal Captures American Sentiment

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Incident Summary: On Wednesday, August 7, 2024, during the 3m springboard preliminaries at the Olympic Games in Paris, American diver Alison Gibson faced an unfortunate incident that led to a score of 0.0. Competing to secure a place in the semi-finals, the 25-year-old Texas-born athlete experienced a collision with the diving board that significantly impacted her performance.

Heart-Stopping Moment: Alison Gibson’s Dive Ends in Disaster at the 2024 Olympics

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It's been 21 years since actress/singer Nell Carter, best known for the 1980s NBC sitcom, Gimme a Break!, died of natural causes at only 54. This is her story. Nell Carter was born September 13, 1948, in Birmingham, Alabama. After initially finding fame on and off-Broadway, and via a brief role in 1977 on the TV datime drama, Ryan's Hope, Carter took the lead in Ain't Misbehavin'!, a live stage revue of the works of composer Fats Waller.

The Brief Life & Tragic Death of Nell Carter ('Gimme A Break' & 'Ain't Misbehavin'): 21 Years Later

The rapper plays to her strengths. Latto knows what works. She's at her best when making brash pop-rap. It's what led to her break out with "Big Energy" in 2021, and shot her back up the charts in 2023 with "Put It on da Floor Again." it's a formula that works, and the rapper wisely decided not to tinker when it came to her brand new album. Sugar Honey Ice Tea is every bit the smooth musical ride fans want. Latto is talking trash to her haters, and flexing her skills over sugary instrumentals. It's a little long in terms of runtime, but taken as songs, there's a lot of good material on here. The singles sound especially good in the context of the album.

Latto Gives Fans What They Want On "Sugar Honey Iced Tea" Album

Team USA fielded a roster full of NBA superstars in the 2024 Paris Olympics. They included all-time greats such as LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant. However for Kerr, it was Phoenix Suns shooting guard Devin Booker who stood out. Kerr named him as the unsung MVP due to his selfless commitment to the team and consistent play.

Steve Kerr Names Surprising Player As ‘Unsung’ Team USA MVP

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

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PARIS — Two-time WNBA champion A’ja Wilson scored 21 points as the United States survived an unexpectedly close contest from host France, winning 67-66 for their eighth straight Olympic gold medal in women’s basketball on Sunday. The U.S. women last lost in Olympic play when they failed...

U.S. women defeat France to capture eighth consecutive basketball gold medal

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Australia's Nina Kennedy scored the biggest victory of her career on Wednesday, winning gold in the women's pole vault at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Kennedy beat out Katie Moon of the United States, nearly one full year after she and Moon decided to share the gold medal at the 2023 World ...

Australian Gold Medalist Shared Jaw-Dropping Swimsuit Photos

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

While the ineptitude of Rob Pelinka has led to many calling for the Los Angeles Lakers to make a front office change, Lakers president and controlling owner Jeanie Buss “is adamantly against even considering such a change,” per Anthony Irwin of Lakers Daily. Lakers’ Jeanie Buss’s True Thoughts...

Lakers Owner’s True Thoughts About Firing Rob Pelinka

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2024 Paris Olympics Women’s Basketball Gold Medal Game Preview

Saturday is the final day of The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad in Paris. It’s been an amazing time. This year’s Olympic Games did not disappoint....

2024 Paris Olympics Women’s Basketball Gold Medal Game Preview

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