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Why Are NBA Courts Painted? Here's the Reason Behind the Vibrant Update
The NBA announced in October 2023 that they were unveiling new designs for courts for each team competing in the inaugural In-Season Tournament, which is now known as the Emirates NBA Cup.
By Ivy GriffithNov. 13 2024, Published 4:58 p.m. ET
Sports
Is Kyle Singler Married? Here's What We Know About His Home Life
Kyle Singler said he "feels like his voice is being silenced."
By Jennifer TisdaleNov. 13 2024, Published 3:07 p.m. ET

Sports
Michael Strahan Is Caught in a Super Fake Controversy Over the National Anthem
Michael Strahan is facing one of the fakest controversies in history.
By Joseph AllenNov. 13 2024, Published 2:24 p.m. ET
Sports
FC Cincinnati's Marco Angulo Dies at Age 22 — Cause of Death Revealed
“He was a joyful, kind young man who lit up every room he entered."
By Jennifer FarringtonNov. 13 2024, Published 9:02 a.m. ET
Sports
"He's Not Been Cooperative": Tori Darling Slams Will Witherspoon Over Child Support Payments
Tori Darling revealed that her ex-husband, retired NFL player Will Witherspoon, only pays her $250 a month in child support.
By Allison DeGrusheNov. 12 2024, Published 12:24 p.m. ET
Sports
Will Witherspoon Apparently Has Multiple Kids from Multiple Women — Get to Know Them All
“I want my kids, and all kids really, to grow up in a way that is more in touch with the natural environment."
By Jennifer FarringtonNov. 12 2024, Published 9:39 a.m. ET
Sports
Why Do They Sing "Country Roads" in Germany? The Story of an Unlikely NFL Anthem
The writer of "Take Me Home, Country Roads" had never been to West Virginia before writing the song.
By Trisha FaulknerNov. 11 2024, Published 3:41 p.m. ET
Sports
Now that Amendment 2 Has Passed, When Will Sports Betting Be Legal in Missouri?
Experts estimate a 6-9 month time frame for sports betting to actually take off the ground, and the state has until Dec. 1, 2025, to put the system in place.
By Ivy GriffithNov. 11 2024, Published 12:44 p.m. ET
Sports
NASCAR Hall of Fame Racer Bobby Allison's Sons Tragically Passed Away Years Before He Did
Bobby Allison passed away on Nov. 9, 2024.
By Chrissy BobicNov. 11 2024, Published 7:38 a.m. ET
Sports
"Renegade" Is More Than a Just a Song for the Steelers — Here's Why They Play It
"Oh Mama, I'm in fear for my life from the long arm of the law. Law man has put an end to my running and I'm so far from my home."
By Jennifer FarringtonNov. 10 2024, Published 12:00 p.m. ET
Sports
Kirk Herbstreit Shares Heartbreaking Update on His Adorable Dog, Ben
"Ben was a bright spot in everybody’s lives." — @PatMcAfeeShow on X
By Jennifer FarringtonNov. 8 2024, Published 12:49 p.m. ET
Influencers
How Much Is Influencer Jake Paul Getting Paid for His High-Profile Fight with Boxing Legend Mike Tyson?
Paul said, "I'm here to make $40 million and knock out a legend."
By Ivy GriffithNov. 7 2024, Published 5:02 p.m. ET
Sports
Spurs Coach Grepp Popovich's "Serious Health Issue" Is Keeping Him off the Sidelines
ESPN announced that the head coach would be taking some time away.
By Elissa NoblittNov. 7 2024, Published 4:10 p.m. ET
Sports
Saint Francis University Football Player Kevon Walker Was Found Dead in His Dorm Room, but What Was His Cause of Death?
No foul play was suspected. Kevon's cause of death is pending a toxicology report, but as of now there is no established cause of death.
By Ivy GriffithNov. 6 2024, Published 11:24 a.m. ET
Sports
Jason Kelce Apologizes for Heated Exchange With Disrespectful Fan: "I'm Not Proud of It"
"In a heated moment I chose to greet hate with hate, and I just don't think that's a productive thing. I really don't," Jason Kelce explained.
By Allison DeGrusheNov. 5 2024, Published 9:55 a.m. ET
Sports
A Random Stranger Called Travis Kelce a Homophobic Slur, so Jason Kelce Broke His Cell Phone
"Kelce, how does it feel that your brother is a f----t for dating Taylor Swift?"
By Jennifer TisdaleNov. 4 2024, Published 2:42 p.m. ET
Sports
Why Did Deebo Samuel Change His Number? Exploring the Star’s New NFL Identity
"Still feels a little weird seeing you in a different number but definitely gonna get used to it." One follower penned on Deebo's Instagram.
By Trisha FaulknerNov. 2 2024, Published 12:00 p.m. ET
Sports
Dodgers Fans Are Scrambling to Find the Team's World Series Celebration Parade Tickets
The Dodgers announced the celebration will take place on Friday, Nov. 1.
By Elizabeth RandolphOct. 31 2024, Updated 3:55 p.m. ET
Sports
NBA Legend Magic Johnson Plays Key Role in Helping the Los Angeles Dodgers Succeed
Magic Johnson is a part-owner of the MLB's Los Angeles Dodgers.
By Allison DeGrusheOct. 31 2024, Published 12:42 p.m. ET
Sports
Yankees Fans Who Interfered With a Catch Were Banned, but Not For Life
The fans were banned from Game 5, but were not banned from the stadium for life.
By Joseph AllenOct. 31 2024, Published 11:52 a.m. ET
Entertainment
Why Do Pitchers Lick Their Fingers? There's a Good Reason For It
"The pitcher shall not touch the ball after touching his mouth or lips, or touch his mouth or lips while he is in contact with the pitcher’s plate."
By Ivy GriffithOct. 29 2024, Updated 5:14 p.m. ET
Sports
How Many Rings Did Rudy Gay Win? His Career Spanned 18 Years
"I’m 38 years old. I’ve had an 18-year career in the NBA. It’s time to hang it up."
By Jennifer FarringtonOct. 29 2024, Published 4:27 p.m. ET
Sports
49ers Cornerback Charvarius Ward Shares That His Baby Daughter Has Passed Away
"She was the best blessing we could have asked for."
By Elissa NoblittOct. 29 2024, Published 3:59 p.m. ET
Sports
Why Do Baseball Players Spit So Much? And Why Are They Obsessed With Sunflower Seeds?
Spitting was banned from the MLB in response to COVID-19.
By Elissa NoblittOct. 29 2024, Updated 3:35 p.m. ET
Sports
Italian Skier Matilde Lorenzi Dies at Age 19 — Details on Her Cause of Death
The junior champion died doing what she loved on Tuesday, Oct. 29.
By Elizabeth RandolphOct. 29 2024, Published 9:54 a.m. ET
Sports
Miami Heat Legend Dwyane Wade's New Statue Sparks Memes and More Questions Than Answers
Dwyane Wade's unrecognizable statue is the latest meme craze.
By Allison DeGrusheOct. 28 2024, Published 3:14 p.m. ET
Sports
Nick Bosa Is One of the Best Paid Players in the NFL, but What Is His Net Worth?
The 49ers lineman is one of the league's highest paid defenders.
By Joseph AllenOct. 28 2024, Published 10:28 a.m. ET
Entertainment
Ric Flair's Stepson Sebastian Tragically Dies at Age 24 — Cause of Death Revealed
"I am devastated and shocked," his mom shared.
By Anna QuintanaOct. 27 2024, Published 9:12 p.m. ET
Sports
Fernando Valenzuela Leaves Behind Four Children: Fernando Jr., Maria, Ricardo, and Linda
Fernando leaves behind his wife, Linda Burgos, whom he married in 1981, and their four kids.
By Jennifer FarringtonOct. 23 2024, Published 10:59 a.m. ET
Sports
Legendary Dodgers Pitcher Fernando Valenzuela Is Survived by His Wife, Linda Burgos
Dodgers icon Fernando Valenzuela married Linda Burgos on Dec. 29, 1981.
By Allison DeGrusheOct. 23 2024, Published 9:34 a.m. ET
Sports
L.A. Dodgers Pitcher Nicknamed "El Toro" Fernando Valenzuela Has Died at 63
Fernando Valenzuela started his career in 1980 with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
By Chrissy BobicOct. 23 2024, Published 7:17 a.m. ET
Sports
Chris Godwin Was Carted off the Field Monday Night, but When Will He Return?
The Buccaneers head coach said that early signs don't look good for the wide receiver.
By Joseph AllenOct. 22 2024, Published 9:38 a.m. ET
Sports
Why Do the Los Angeles Dodgers Wave Their Hands Like That?
The celebration is pretty polarizing.
By Elissa NoblittOct. 21 2024, Published 4:49 p.m. ET
Sports
WNBA Player Sabrina Ionescu Tied the Knot With a Fellow Athlete — All About Her Husband
In a birthday tribute to her "other half," Sabrina described Hroniss as a "sweet, kind, and tequila-loving husband."
By Jennifer FarringtonOct. 21 2024, Published 4:34 p.m. ET
Entertainment
The Steelers Only Have One Logo on Their Helmets — Here's Why They Made the Unusual Choice
Art Rooney wasn't quite sure if he would like the logo against the gold of the helmets, so he ordered the logo stamped on only one side.
By Ivy GriffithOct. 21 2024, Published 4:28 p.m. ET
Sports
Caitlin Clark Is One of the Biggest Names in the WNBA, but Is She Leaving?
Caitlin Clark has not even hinted that she might play basketball in Europe.
By Joseph AllenOct. 21 2024, Published 11:41 a.m. ET
Sports
The Steelers Benched Justin Fields in Favor of Veteran QB Russell Wilson
Justin Fields was benched by the Steelers in favor of Russell Wilson.
By Joseph AllenOct. 21 2024, Published 10:33 a.m. ET
Sports
Breanna Stewart Establishes Herself as One of the Most Decorated Players in WNBA History
The New York Liberty's first championship marks Breanna Stewart's third ring!
By Allison DeGrusheOct. 21 2024, Updated 9:44 a.m. ET
Sports
Cheryl Reeve and Her Wife Share a Deep Connection to the Minnesota Lynx
Cheryl's wife also has a long history with the Minnesota Lynx.
By Jennifer FarringtonOct. 21 2024, Updated 9:12 a.m. ET
Sports
Retired NFL Quarterback Jay Cutler's Net Worth Has Dipped Following Recent Events
Former NFL quarterback Jay Cutler has an estimated net worth of $30 million.
By Allison DeGrusheOct. 18 2024, Published 1:42 p.m. ET
Sports
College Basketball Coach Tony Bennett Retires: "I'm Very Sure That This Is the Right Step"
Former basketball coach Tony Bennett has an estimated net worth of $11 million.
By Allison DeGrusheOct. 18 2024, Published 11:44 a.m. ET
Politics
Who Is Colin Allred’s Wife? Her Passions, Their Kids, and His Fight for Parental Leave
"It's not about masculinity. It's about what's best for your family," he said.
By Trisha FaulknerOct. 17 2024, Published 9:51 a.m. ET
Sports
Breanna Stewart Froze Her Eggs When She Was 24 — The Decision Definitely Paid Off
"I hope this continues to kinda show people that there's no perfect way to find love, or have a family, or create a family."
By Jennifer TisdaleOct. 16 2024, Published 7:27 p.m. ET
Sports
WNBA Player Breanna "Stewie" Stewart Has Three Gold Medals, but What Is Her Net Worth?
Breanna Stewart is one of the highest paid athletes in the WNBA in 2024, but does her net worth reflect this?
By Anna GarrisonOct. 16 2024, Published 1:50 p.m. ET
Television
What Happened to Molly Qerim? Fans Worry as Host Continues to Be MIA on 'First Take'
Molly has now missed 6 shows, and social media is beginning to flood with comments from fans who are worried that something is wrong.
By Ivy GriffithOct. 16 2024, Published 12:53 p.m. ET
Sports
WNBA Sensation Breanna Stewart Has Been Thriving in Both Her Career and Marriage
WNBA superstar Breanna Stewart and her wife, Marta Xargay Casademont, have been married since July 2021.
By Allison DeGrusheOct. 16 2024, Published 10:21 a.m. ET
Sports
What's With The "OMG" Sign Mets Fans Use? The Sweet Story Behind the Slang
"It started as a song and it became a movement and an anthem. I’m very humbled about it," Jose Iglesias said.
By Anna GarrisonOct. 15 2024, Published 4:52 p.m. ET
Sports
Kylian Mbappé Was Ruled out for France's Game Against Belgium With an Injury
The French soccer star is apparently out with a pesky thigh injury.
By Joseph AllenOct. 15 2024, Published 10:05 a.m. ET
Sports
Chargers Coach Jim Harbaugh Had to Leave the Field in the Middle of a Game
The Chargers coach said that he was now 2-0 while having heart problems during a game.
By Joseph AllenOct. 14 2024, Published 9:43 a.m. ET
Entertainment
'Barstool Sports' Contributor Adam "Smitty" Smith Is Married — Here's What We Know About His Wife
"My beautiful wife at various points in her life had an option to pursue modeling, [and] was offered scholarships for multiple D1 sports."
By Ivy GriffithOct. 11 2024, Published 4:19 p.m. ET

Sports

Why Are NBA Courts Painted? Here's the Reason Behind the Vibrant Update

Is Kyle Singler Married? Here's What We Know About His Home Life

Michael Strahan Is Caught in a Super Fake Controversy Over the National Anthem

FC Cincinnati's Marco Angulo Dies at Age 22 — Cause of Death Revealed

"He's Not Been Cooperative": Tori Darling Slams Will Witherspoon Over Child Support Payments

Will Witherspoon Apparently Has Multiple Kids from Multiple Women — Get to Know Them All

Why Do They Sing "Country Roads" in Germany? The Story of an Unlikely NFL Anthem

Now that Amendment 2 Has Passed, When Will Sports Betting Be Legal in Missouri?

NASCAR Hall of Fame Racer Bobby Allison's Sons Tragically Passed Away Years Before He Did

"Renegade" Is More Than a Just a Song for the Steelers — Here's Why They Play It

Kirk Herbstreit Shares Heartbreaking Update on His Adorable Dog, Ben

How Much Is Influencer Jake Paul Getting Paid for His High-Profile Fight with Boxing Legend Mike Tyson?

Spurs Coach Grepp Popovich's "Serious Health Issue" Is Keeping Him off the Sidelines

Saint Francis University Football Player Kevon Walker Was Found Dead in His Dorm Room, but What Was His Cause of Death?

Jason Kelce Apologizes for Heated Exchange With Disrespectful Fan: "I'm Not Proud of It"

A Random Stranger Called Travis Kelce a Homophobic Slur, so Jason Kelce Broke His Cell Phone

Why Did Deebo Samuel Change His Number? Exploring the Star’s New NFL Identity

Dodgers Fans Are Scrambling to Find the Team's World Series Celebration Parade Tickets

NBA Legend Magic Johnson Plays Key Role in Helping the Los Angeles Dodgers Succeed

Yankees Fans Who Interfered With a Catch Were Banned, but Not For Life

Why Do Pitchers Lick Their Fingers? There's a Good Reason For It

How Many Rings Did Rudy Gay Win? His Career Spanned 18 Years

49ers Cornerback Charvarius Ward Shares That His Baby Daughter Has Passed Away

Why Do Baseball Players Spit So Much? And Why Are They Obsessed With Sunflower Seeds?

Italian Skier Matilde Lorenzi Dies at Age 19 — Details on Her Cause of Death

Miami Heat Legend Dwyane Wade's New Statue Sparks Memes and More Questions Than Answers

Nick Bosa Is One of the Best Paid Players in the NFL, but What Is His Net Worth?

Ric Flair's Stepson Sebastian Tragically Dies at Age 24 — Cause of Death Revealed

Fernando Valenzuela Leaves Behind Four Children: Fernando Jr., Maria, Ricardo, and Linda

Legendary Dodgers Pitcher Fernando Valenzuela Is Survived by His Wife, Linda Burgos

L.A. Dodgers Pitcher Nicknamed "El Toro" Fernando Valenzuela Has Died at 63

Chris Godwin Was Carted off the Field Monday Night, but When Will He Return?

Why Do the Los Angeles Dodgers Wave Their Hands Like That?

WNBA Player Sabrina Ionescu Tied the Knot With a Fellow Athlete — All About Her Husband

The Steelers Only Have One Logo on Their Helmets — Here's Why They Made the Unusual Choice

Caitlin Clark Is One of the Biggest Names in the WNBA, but Is She Leaving?

The Steelers Benched Justin Fields in Favor of Veteran QB Russell Wilson

Breanna Stewart Establishes Herself as One of the Most Decorated Players in WNBA History

Cheryl Reeve and Her Wife Share a Deep Connection to the Minnesota Lynx

Retired NFL Quarterback Jay Cutler's Net Worth Has Dipped Following Recent Events

College Basketball Coach Tony Bennett Retires: "I'm Very Sure That This Is the Right Step"

Who Is Colin Allred’s Wife? Her Passions, Their Kids, and His Fight for Parental Leave

Breanna Stewart Froze Her Eggs When She Was 24 — The Decision Definitely Paid Off

WNBA Player Breanna "Stewie" Stewart Has Three Gold Medals, but What Is Her Net Worth?

What Happened to Molly Qerim? Fans Worry as Host Continues to Be MIA on 'First Take'

WNBA Sensation Breanna Stewart Has Been Thriving in Both Her Career and Marriage

What's With The "OMG" Sign Mets Fans Use? The Sweet Story Behind the Slang

Kylian Mbappé Was Ruled out for France's Game Against Belgium With an Injury

Chargers Coach Jim Harbaugh Had to Leave the Field in the Middle of a Game

'Barstool Sports' Contributor Adam "Smitty" Smith Is Married — Here's What We Know About His Wife