With the return of the NBA last week, players, staff, and even referees have demonstrated moments of solidarity by kneeling during the national anthem. One team in particular took a stand against social injustice despite a threat from a GOP lawmaker. As athletes continue to use their platform to make …
Read MoreThe National Basketball Association resumed play last night as teams vie for the final spots in the 2020 playoffs. The New Orleans Pelicans squared off against the Utah Jazz as the battle for LA between the Lakers and Clippers commenced. Neither game disappointed fans watching at home, as both contests …
Read MoreL.A. Lakers star LeBron James has been dominating the NBA for the past 17 seasons. In that time, he has amassed three NBA Championships and a myriad of accolades. Now, his 2003 Cleveland Cavaliers rookie card wants in on the action. You won’t believe its price tag! LeBron Rookie Card …
Read MoreDoctors have denied a WNBA star’s request to opt out of the 2020 season due to a medical condition. The league was set to begin its regular season on May 15, but the coronavirus outbreak forced an indefinite delay. As teams report to “training camp” to prepare for an abbreviated …
Read MoreLA Lakers stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis have both opted not to add “social justice” messages to the back of their jerseys when the NBA resumes play at the end of July. The teammates are among 17 other NBA players who have decided against replacing their last names on …
Read MoreThe NBA is set to restart on July 30 after being on hiatus since March 11. Although league Commissioner Adam Silver is fairly confident the sport will safely resume, he admits that the spread of coronavirus within the NBA community could suspend the season again. In a recent interview, Silver …
Read MoreAs the NBA resumes the 2019-20 season amid the coronavirus pandemic, the league and its players are looking to make a statement. In collaboration with the players union, the NBA is looking to replace the names on the back of players’ jerseys with social justice messages. Reports also say the …
Read MoreAs professional sports approach their respective “return-to-play” initiatives amid the coronavirus pandemic, several notable commissioners have agreed to sit down for a chat. In a panel discussion hosted by ESPN, league leaders will share their thoughts concerning the obstacles that lie ahead as U.S. sports resume. Straight From the Commissioners’ …
Read MoreOn Wednesday, New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees was interviewed by Yahoo! Finance reporter Daniel Roberts. When asked a question associated with kneeling during the national anthem, the future Hall of Famer’s response incited ire across the sports community. Kneeling During National Anthem Equals Disrespect As the 2020 NFL season …
Read MoreIt’s been nearly three months since the NBA announced the suspension of the 2019-20 season due to the coronavirus pandemic. As Major League Baseball struggles to compromise, professional basketball is moving forward with resuming its season. In fact, the league’s Board of Governors will vote on a proposal on Thursday. …
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