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Heat Aren't Title Contenders With Giannis Antetokounmpo, Says Bill Simmons

"You bring back Norman Powell. You have Giannis, and Bam. Then you’re kind of just doing the Miami zombie thing," said Simmons, criticizing the roster construction if Miami gives up too much for Antetokounmpo. "You’re probably still in a better spot than you were at 43-39, losing a play in game. But I also don’t think you’re a title contender."

By Samir Mehdi

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Super Bowl LX Towers Over Every Other U.S. Championship in Viewership

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Super Bowl LX Towers Over Every Other U.S. Championship in Viewership

Super Bowl LX drew 125.6 million viewers, more than four times the audience of the second-place College Football Playoff National Championship at 30.1 million. The World Series Game 7 averaged 25.7 million viewers, followed by the NBA Finals Game 5 at 24.5 million. The NCAA Men's Basketball Championship drew 18.3 million, while the Stanley Cup Final attracted 5.9 million viewers.

By Nidheesh Kumar

OKC Thunder Trade Aaron Wiggins To The Hawks

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OKC Thunder Trade Aaron Wiggins To The Hawks

The OKC Thunder had a talent problem with that being the team having far too many serviceable, near starter-level players simply riding their bench. Aaron Wiggins was one such player. He's now been traded to the Hawks for two second-round picks (Atlanta's in 2030 and the least favorable of Hawks/Lakers in 2032). He averaged 9.4 points in 2025-26.

By Samir Mehdi

about 2 months ago

Nneka Ogwumike Gets Emotional After Her Game-Winner Vs The Liberty

Nneka hit the left-wing three at the buzzer to beat the Liberty 98-97. She dropped 24 points on the night, a night that's celebrating the 30th anniversary of the WNBA. "It's emotional seeing all these legends in the building. People that didn't get paid their value, and they're still coming here and supporting us. I'm so grateful," said Nneka.

By Samir Mehdi

about 2 months ago

Kendrick Perkins Defends Darryn Peterson's Draft Process

Darryn has received a ton of flack for the way he's gone about his draft process. He's refused all draft workouts and is looking to be drafted off his body of work, alone. "It is not all this young man’s decisions he’s been making. Last time I checked he has an agent. He’s getting advice," said Perk in his defense.

By Samir Mehdi

about 2 months ago

Lynne Roberts Gives Update On Cameron Brink's Ankle Injury

Brink turned her left ankle in the fourth quarter of Sparks-Valkyries and did not return. She's not played a game since. "She’s doing great... nasty ankle sprain. It’s just a matter of treating it and there’s still swelling and all that stuff. ... I don’t have a timeline. A couple weeks, I think, would be positive thinking," said Roberts.

By Samir Mehdi

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