Tag: basketball

Michael Jordan Donates $7M to Charlotte Clinics

Michael Jordan Donates $7M to Charlotte Clinics

In the past, many have criticized Michael Jordan for staying silent during trying times that affect people who mostly purchase his products. However, Michael Jordan is putting his money where the critic’s mouths are, as he reportedly donated seven million dollars to clinics in at-risk communities located in Charlotte, North Carolina. Jordan and his brand…

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NBA Fines LA Lakers $500,000 for Tampering

NBA Fines LA Lakers $500,000 for Tampering

The LA Lakers have been fined by the NBA for violating the league’s anti-tampering rules when they were pursuing Paul George. The fine amounted to $500,000. Before George was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder, Lakers GM Rob Pelinka reportedly had inappropriate contact with George’s agent. The league had warned Magic Johnson about comments he made…

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NBA Warriors Unanimously Vote to Skip White House Visit

NBA Warriors Unanimously Vote to Skip White House Visit

Per reports, less than 24 hours after becoming the 2017 NBA Finals champions, the Warriors have decided to decline the White House visit. With President Trump in office, there have been many conversations about if athletes should take political stands by choosing to refuse traditional championship White House visits. Many of the Patriot players skipped…

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Kevin Durant Named 2017 Finals MVP

Kevin Durant Named 2017 Finals MVP

Not only did he win his first NBA Finals, but Kevin Durant was named the MVP on Monday (June 12) night. The Warriors baller averaged 35.2 points per game, and was an integral part of Golden State walking away with the championship this year.   NBA – Your 2017 #NBAFinals MVP, Kevin Durant! Congrats, @KDTrey5…

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Chicago Bulls Matched $1M Donation to Schools

Chicago Bulls Matched $1M Donation to Schools

When Chance the Rapper made a call-to-arms to every major company in Chicago and across the United States, someone finally answered the call of duty. In a press conference this Friday, March 31 at Paul Robeson high school, he revealed that the Chicago Bulls has matched his $1 Million dollar donation to Chicago Public Schools.…

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Gucci Mane & Keyshia Ka’oir Engaged

Gucci Mane & Keyshia Ka’oir Engaged

It’s been no secret that Gucci Mane and Keyshia Ka’Oir have been holding each other down for quite some time. Since Gucci’s release they had mostly been seen on social media since Gucci was on house arrest immediately following his release. However recently all that changed. Gucci was released from house arrest and is a…

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Ray Allen To Open Organic Fast-Food Restaurant In Miami, FL

Ray Allen To Open Organic Fast-Food Restaurant In Miami, FL

The environmentally friendly restaurant will serve healthy cuisine at an affordable cost, and will even have a rooftop garden to supply the kitchen with fresh herbs, vegetables, and leafy greens. If what you seek doesn’t exist yet, “be the change” and create it! That’s what former Celtics star Ray Allen and his wife, Shannon Brown,…

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Derek Fisher “I Wasn’t Fired Over Matt Barnes Incident”

Derek Fisher “I Wasn’t Fired Over Matt Barnes Incident”

A month after being fired as the head coach for the New York Knicks, Derek Fisher cleared the air and addressed rumors related to the firing in an essay for Sports Illustrated’s “The Cauldron.” While media outlets claimed that Fisher was fired as a result of his altercation with former Lakers teammate Matt Barnes, Fisher…

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Kobe Bryant Fakes Out LeBron James

Kobe Bryant Fakes Out LeBron James

Kobe Bryant faced off with LeBron James for the last time in his career on Thursday (March 10) night, and the two athletes gave fans quite the show. During the first quarter the Lakers superstar faked out LeBron, sending the crowd to its feet. While Kobe outscored LeBron, 26-24, the Cavs ultimately won the game…

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