19+ hour, 39+ min ago (290+ words) Nov 24, 2025 | 10:36 AM EST Rick Pitino is looking forward to the competition that Iowa State brings. "I think Iowa State is as difficult to play against as any team in basketball," Pitino said. "Their defensive rebounding is relentless; they're very physical. It's great for us to play against this type of competition." The packed Players Era men's championship at Las Vegas will have an intense battle between two contenders on the opening day. It will be a homecoming of sorts for Iowa State coach T.J. Otzelberger. Otzelberger was the UNLV head coach for two seasons before moving to Iowa State in 2021. However, he maintained, this visit was strictly business." Freshman forward Imran Suljanovic (knee) is out for the entire 202526 season after dislocating his patella in practice and undergoing surgery. Apart from Imran, St John's has a complete roster with their key pieces…...

13+ hour, 33+ min ago (863+ words) Nov 24, 2025 | 4:41 PM EST Money talks, and when some of it comes from Michael Jordan, people listen. There has been a lot of curiosity around how deeply MJ is involved in his NASCAR venture, especially with 23XI Racing. Fans have long wondered what kind of financial muscle he and Denny Hamlin are bringing to the table, and today's questions feel bigger than ever. Legal filings and internal communications are shedding light on how 23XI was built, not just with speed on the track, but with deals in the boardroom. If some of what's leaking from emails and depositions is true, then this team is a lot more than a passion project. It's been very strategic, very tightly financed, and with stakes that go well beyond just running cars on Sundays. Here's the big reveal: according to notes shared by Bob Pockrass, Michael Jordan…...

2+ hour, 16+ min ago (529+ words) Nov 25, 2025 | 3:58 AM EST The messages paint a picture of upper executives clashing with team owners who built NASCAR's legacy, leaving supporters bracing for more drama to come in the near future. Yet one set of texts stands out, aimed at a hall-of-fame figure, and this might threaten to divide the NASCAR community even more. Richard Childress, who started his NASCAR team in 1969 and snagged six Cup titles with drivers like Dale Earnhardt, helped the sport become a household name during the 80s and 90s era. Naturally, the leaked messages didn't sit well with fans. These disrespectful remarks surfacing when the case is heading toward a December trial expose how executives get frustrated with team owners when they do not align with their ideas or deals. Such raw language also risks swaying the jury, painting NASCAR as a bully in a suit claiming…...

12+ hour, 45+ min ago (636+ words) Nov 24, 2025 | 5:30 PM EST Tensions in NASCAR's antitrust lawsuit have boiled over as it heads to trial on December 1 without a settlement in sight. And to add to the adversity, leaked internal texts from NASCAR's top executives have exposed their raw disdain for smaller teams by painting them as burdens rather than partners in the sport's growth. Matt Tifft, driver and former team owner,didn't hold back in a raw YouTube breakdown of the 2022 texts targeting his old team, Live Fast Motorsports. The team was formed in 2021 with B. J. McLeod after Tifft's racing career stalled from a brain tumor in 2019. The team survived on minimum resources with just 12 workers and millions in personal loans to field a Cup car. Despite the efforts of the co-owners, NASCAR executivesScott Miller and John Probst dismissed their hardships by stating they were "sucking on the teets…...

17+ hour, 33+ min ago (1269+ words) Nov 24, 2025 | 12:42 PM EST Only a month into the 2025-26 regular season, and the NBA training rooms have become crowded with enough players to form two All-Star teams. That prompted EssentiallySports to consult various medical experts to share their analysis on the state of the game, which injuries concern them the most and more. Gary Vitti, Los Angeles Lakers" former head athletic trainer (1987-2017) Dr. Evan Jeffries,Doctor of Physical Therapy with Evolving Motion Dr. Nirav Pandya,Professor of UCSF Orthopedic Surgery Dr. Dean Wang, MD, Chief, Sports Medicine, UCI Health None of them work with any NBA team directly or have access to any of the players" medical records. But they have plenty of medical insight. Editor"s note: The following interviews were conducted separately. The answers below have been edited and condensed. What do you make of these early-season injuries compared…...

19+ hour, 27+ min ago (150+ words) Nov 24, 2025 | 10:48 AM EST One more domino has fallen in the coaching carousel. This time, it's in Division 2 football. Eastern New Mexico has found its replacement for Kelley Lee in Art Briles. The school confirmed the hire today, marking a new era for the Greyhounds. Briles brings with him some important D1 experience to Eastern New Mexico. He was a head coach at Houston and Baylor. Unfortunately, he was fired from Baylor after the program caught flak for sexual assault allegations against players. Briles then moved on to coach in the Canadian and Italian Football Leagues. His overall record as an HC stands at 99-65. "I am excited to welcome Art (Briles) to Eastern New Mexico University," AD Kevin Fite announced today. "He is an excellent coach, and I look forward to the future of Greyhound football." " Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) November 24, 2025...

42+ min ago (502+ words) Nov 25, 2025 | 5:33 AM EST Cameron Boozer is the future of basketball and the best talent to ever come to the already outstanding Duke University program, with his championship pedigree and elite talent. The son of former NBA All-Star and Duke University graduate Carlos Boozer, Cameron has pulled ahead of the class of 2025 as the second-best recruit overall and is following in his father's footsteps. Carlos Boozer had a stellar 13-year NBA career in which he averaged 16.2 points and 9.5 rebounds per game as a two-time All-Star with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Utah Jazz, Chicago Bulls, and Los Angeles Lakers, plus he also won the Olympic gold in 2008. Now, Cameron's decision to go to Duke with his twin brother, Cayden, created a lot of excitement in the college basketball world and also greatly improved his chances in the rising NIL market. His performance at…...

5+ hour, 44+ min ago (348+ words) Caroline John is a senior NBA writer at EssentiallySports, specializing in league comparables. She holds a master's degree in Journalism and Communication and brings eight years of experience to the sports desk. Caroline made a mark in NBA media by covering the life of Shaquille O'Neal, which led to an exclusive interview with Josh Halpern, CEO of Shaq's Big Chicken franchise. Her coverage was also personally highlighted by Shaq, who shared her article about his DJ Diesel persona and rapper GAWNE on Instagram. Drawn to the philanthropic work of LeBron James and Shaquille O'Neal, Caroline started following the NBA for its character both on and off the court, and has since become a respected voice covering many of the league's biggest names. Her reporting stands out for accuracy, recognition from industry figures, and a strong connection with readers. Away from…...

16+ hour, 41+ min ago (311+ words) Nov 24, 2025 | 1:34 PM EST Now, this defensive Orange team will face the offensive team of the Cougars. The trio of Kingston Flemings, Emanuel Sharp, and Chris Cenac Jr. is dismantling opposition from the inside out. As the two teams gear up for their showdown, here's a quick look at what to expect from both of them. This includes injury updates to viewing details and expected starting lineups of both teams. There is good news for the Orange fans as Syracuse's Tyler Betsey will be available for the game against Houston in the Players Era Festival, as per sources. The six-foot-eight forward had an ankle injury, leading to his missing the game against the Monmouth Hawks. With him back, there are no injuries on the Syracuse side. As for the Cougars, Jacob McFarland remains out due to a leg injury. Kordel Jefferson's…...

6+ hour, 23+ min ago (320+ words) Nov 24, 2025 | 11:52 PM EST Jauan Jennings has built a strong name in the Bay. The 49ers fans love his toughness and clutch plays. He makes hard catches look easy and brings a gritty style that fits the Red and Gold. Yet very few people know who he was before he became a San Francisco favorite. To begin with, Bennie Jauan Jennings was born on July 10, 1997, in Cowan, Tennessee. He grew up with his mother, Angela Holman, and his father, Bennie Jennings. The Niners receiver grew up as an American man raised in a Christian home. Specific details about his ethnicity are not publicly available. His father, Bennie Jennings, played football at the University of North Alabama and earned four letters. As for his mother, Angela Holman, she was also a standout athlete and excelled in track and basketball at the same university....