At the time, the Timberwolves had a qualified Black assistant coach on staff: David Vanterpool. Towns believed Vanterpool deserved consideration for the head coaching job. “I’d be remiss if I didn’t come on here and mention the amazing work that men of color are doing in this world,” Towns said via ESPN. “Not only in every other sport and through social justice.” “There’s a lot of amazing men of color out there that deserve the opportunity to lead a team and to run an organization and have a chance to make their mark in this league, not with a jersey

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Bill Simmons, The Ringer founder and longtime NBA analyst, went on the record with a bold prediction: LeBron’s farewell tour won’t happen in Cleveland. It’ll happen in Golden State. “Golden State makes the most sense to me because they actually need him,” Simmons said. “And the narrative of I’m gonna finish my career with Steph Curry, the other great player of my generation. “ “I’m gonna play with Draymond. Steve Kerr, who’s coached me. And this is where I’m gonna end it. That makes more sense to me than I’m just gonna be awkwardly shoehorned into [a Cavaliers team] that

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Levito, 18, spoke to NBC before her women’s singles competition, expressing unbridled enthusiasm for her Olympic Village experience. “I spend every night in the village,” she said. “It’s been everything and more, and you can’t evict me. I don’t think there’s anything not to enjoy. I haven’t even got to compete yet, and I feel like my experience is already complete. Not complete, but I’m having a blast. The best time.” “Haha, that’s hilarious! Looks like someone’s been a little too enthusiastic at the Olympic village, no wonder the supplies are running low!” one fan commented. “The sheer athletic energy

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With 1:55 remaining and the Heat comfortably ahead, Pippen Jr. rose for a three-pointer. As he released the ball, Gardner came from behind and delivered a blindside hit that sent the Grizzlies guard crashing to the floor. No foul was called . Pippen Jr. rose slowly, then stormed down the court with his finger pointed at Gardner. What followed was chaos: Pippen grabbed Gardner by the neck and shoulders, shoving him into the courtside seats. Pippen Jr.’s postgame comments stole the show. “I thought it was kind of a cheap shot,” he told reporters via 5 Reasons Sports. “He kind

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The shooting occurred Monday at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena in Pawtucket during a co-op hockey event between Coventry-Johnston and St. Raphael, along with Providence Country Day-North Providence-North Smithfield. According to police and the Mayor’s office, two victims died after being shot. The shooter is also dead, and authorities are not looking for any additional suspects. The shooting stemmed from a family dispute. According to police and reports from FOX, the gunman shot his wife and two children before turning the weapon on himself. The game was being livestreamed when the shooting occurred. The video captures the chilling sound of

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During the Detroit Pistons’ game against the Chicago Bulls, cameras caught Cunningham on the sideline, hands on his knees, catching his breath. A female fan seated nearby seized the opportunity pulling out her phone and recording the Pistons star from behind in a way that left little doubt about her focus. Social media had predictable reactions. Some laughed. Some cringed. Many pointed out the uncomfortable reality athletes face in an era where every moment is captured and shared. “Respecting personal space goes far down way in the current social media-centric time,” one commenter noted. Cunningham, for his part, ignored the

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Following the New Orleans Pelicans’ 126-111 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, veteran center DeAndre Jordan was conducting a post-game interview. Enter Derik Queen, the Pelicans’ rookie, with what he apparently intended as a lighthearted surprise greeting. “So how does it feel not playing since November, and getting us a win tonight? Welcome back, old a nia.” Queen was trying to acknowledge Jordan’s rare appearance and solid performance: 32 minutes, six points, 15 rebounds, and four blocks. The NBA has a long history of fining players for inappropriate language. Jimmy Butler has been penalized. Jalen Green received a $25,000 fine in

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The Moment Gillian Cooke, a former Scottish bobsledder, is trending again after her unforgettable wardrobe malfunction at the 2010 Games resurfaced online. During a World Cup event in St. Moritz, Switzerland, Cooke was preparing to push off when her spandex suit suddenly split open, exposing her rear end to the cameras and the harsh alpine conditions. The Race Cooke and teammate Nicola Minichiello finished seventh, a respectable result under any circumstances. Remarkably, they managed to complete the run despite the distraction. The pair went on to compete in the Vancouver Olympics the following month, though their luck didn’t hold—they crashed

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During ESPN’s halftime coverage of the Knicks-Rockets game, Charles Barkley was analyzing why New York’s 13-point lead had evaporated. His word choice, however, sent the broadcast into chaos. “Well, I think that the Dicks, to me, their offense got stagnant,” Barkley said. Shaquille O’Neal could barely breathe, struggling to contain himself as Kenny Smith joined the laughter. Ernie Johnson, ever the professional. Awful Announcing captured the moment on X, and it quickly went viral. Fans loved every second.“Chuck doing Chuck things,” one commenter wrote. Later in the broadcast, Barkley delivered another gem this time praising Kawhi Leonard’s unique ability to

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The Incident Video footage shows the Dorsey player a senior whose high school career ended with the loss walking across the court toward an official after the game. The official briefly fell to the ground, mimicking a tactic seen in other recent referee incidents. Several adults and teammates rushed in to restrain the angry player, but he broke free and began throwing punches at the official. The referee managed to evade the first two swings and appeared to throw one punch in self-defense before others regained control of the situation and de-escalated the chaos. The Aftermath The Los Angeles Unified

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