Two-time WNBA champion and reigning Finals MVP A’ja Wilson is dispelling any notion that she’s “jealous” of women’s college basketball phenom and top WNBA draft pick Caitlin Clark. The Las Vegas Aces star took to social media this week to set the record straight. A’ja Wilson, #22 of the Las Vegas Aces, celebrates with the MVP trophy after defeating the …
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Georgia man accused of transporting millions of dollars worth of stolen Masters merchandise, memorabilia
A Georgia man is facing federal charges after being accused of stealing millions of dollars of Masters merchandise and memorabilia from Augusta National Golf Club for more than a dozen years, according to court records. Richard Brendan Globensky, 39, was charged Tuesday with transporting goods across state lines into Florida, “knowing the same had been stolen, converted and taken by …
Read More »Eagles' AJ Brown changes X profile picture to photo of Tom Brady amid trade speculation
The negative chatter involving A.J. Brown and the Philadelphia Eagles seems to be continuing. Back in February, the All-Pro receiver actually called into a Philadelphia radio station to call them out for “making up” rumors and reassure them he wanted to stay with the Eagles. However, fans have been rather confused recently, as Brown changed his X profile picture to …
Read More »Olympic star Katie Ledecky welcomes competitive action in pool ahead of Paris Games
Katie Ledecky took home four medals during the Tokyo Olympics, two gold and two silver, but it also marked the first time in her Olympic career she lost an individual. It was at that moment the entire world got to see Australia’s Ariarne Titmus and Canada’s Summer McIntosh on the world stage – at least for those who don’t follow …
Read More »Ever-evolving generative AI brings new, game changing element to sports landscape
Sports leagues and brands are constantly exploring advancements in technology and its potential impact on their respective end products. Many sports properties work within the content management and distribution space. The arrival of ChatGPT and generative artificial intelligence has fast-tracked organizations’ critical re-evaluation of the role the technology plays when it comes to enhancing content and altering internal workflows. ChatGPT …
Read More »Ex-Patriots star Julian Edelman, who is Jewish, discusses 'hurtful' antisemitism: 'Sad moment right now'
Amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, antisemitism and acts of hate against Jews have skyrocketed. The Anti-Defamation League reported this week that recorded antisemitic incidents were up 120% in 2023 from the year prior (8,873 in total). Perhaps the most jarring was that there were 1,009 bomb threats against synagogues and other Jewish institutions last year versus 91 in 2022. Prominent …
Read More »Coban Porter sentenced in fatal DUI crash days after brother's lifetime NBA ban for gambling
Coban Porter, the younger brother of Denver Nuggets star Michael Porter and Jontay Porter, who was recently banned from the NBA, was sentenced Friday to six years in prison for killing a 42-year-old woman in a drunken driving crash last year. Porter was a sophomore playing basketball for the University of Denver at the time of his arrest. He was …
Read More »Dan Dakich tees off on columnist over bizarre Caitlin Clark interaction: 'Why is it OK?'
Dan Dakich on Thursday sounded off on Indy Star columnist Gregg Doyel and the bizarre interaction he had at Caitlin Clark’s press conference with the Indiana Fever. Doyel drew a ton of ire on Wednesday when he made a heart symbol with his hand toward Clark – the same one she gave her family during games. CLICK HERE FOR MORE …
Read More »Bob Baffert-trained horse not allowed to run in Kentucky Derby, judge rules
As Bob Baffert will miss the Kentucky Derby for a third year in a row due to suspension, one of his finer horses will also miss the race. A judge has denied a request by the owner of the Baffert-trained horse, Muth, to let him run in the first leg of the Triple Crown next month. Jefferson County Circuit Judge …
Read More »Hall of Famer Kurt Warner has a 'huge question' about top NFL Draft prospect J.J. McCarthy
Every year, there always seems to be one quarterback who suddenly shoots up near the top of NFL Draft boards. This year, it’s J.J. McCarthy. The Michigan quarterback entered the 2023 college football season on the outside looking in among potential top selections, but after a 15-0 national championship season, his stock has risen. He may be biased, but Jim …
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