After being arrested on Sept. 11 for allegedly attacking his former girlfriend, NBA player, Kevin Porter Jr. has been told that he cannot be with his team in any capacity, per the Houston Rockets. According to The Associated Press, the NBA team notified Porter after he was arrested for an alleged assault on Kysre Gondrezick… Continue reading Kevin Porter Jr. Banned from Houston Rockets After Domestic Violence Arrest
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New York Liberty Advance to WNBA Finals Making First Appearance in Over 20 Years
New York is finally going to play in the basketball championship game! No, not the Knicks, the New York Liberty is heading to the WNBA championship! According to ESPN, the Liberty, the only original WNBA franchise that has not won a championship, will get the opportunity to win one after their impressive victory over the… Continue reading New York Liberty Advance to WNBA Finals Making First Appearance in Over 20 Years
J. Cole Posts Letter Colin Kaepernick Sent to New York Jets GM About Joining Practice Squad
Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick is still trying to make his way into the NFL. He attempted to join the New York Jets after the team’s starting quarterback, Aaron Rodgers suffered a season-ending injury in the first NFL game of the season. Rapper J. Cole released a letter that Kaepernick sent to the Jets general… Continue reading J. Cole Posts Letter Colin Kaepernick Sent to New York Jets GM About Joining Practice Squad
Chandler Jones Taken to a Mental Health Hospital Against his Will, Says he ‘Was Injected With’ Unknown Substance
NFL player, Chandler Jones stated that he was taken to a mental health hospital against his will by the Las Vegas Fire Department and injected with “I don’t know what” on his X (formerly known as Twitter) account on Feb. 25, 2023. He says he was informed that it was done based on his recent… Continue reading Chandler Jones Taken to a Mental Health Hospital Against his Will, Says he ‘Was Injected With’ Unknown Substance
Russell Westbrook Appears at Pensole Lewis College to Join Students Who Designed New Lounge
Russell Westbrook was a featured speaker at the first and only HBCU (Historically Black College or University solely dedicated to design, Pensole Lewis College of Business and Design. The school, located in Detroit, unveiled the Pepsi x Frito-Lay Refresh and Relax Lounge on Sept. 21, 2023, which was designed by students who are currently enrolled in… Continue reading Russell Westbrook Appears at Pensole Lewis College to Join Students Who Designed New Lounge
Tristan Thompson Gains Temporary Guardianship of Younger Brother
Tristan Thompson Gains Temporary Guardianship of Younger Brother The death of Tristan Thompson’s mother in January left the NBA player with the responsibility of caring for his 17-year-old brother Amari. Earlier this month, the former Los Angeles Lakers player filed papers to gain legal guardianship of his brother and was recently notified that he now… Continue reading Tristan Thompson Gains Temporary Guardianship of Younger Brother
Chad ‘OchoCinco’ Johnson Tapped as Ambassador for Season Four of the HBCU Esports League
Chad ‘OchoCinco’ Johnson Tapped as Ambassador for Season Four of the HBCU Esports League Furthering its Mission to Future-Proof Diversity in Gaming, Cxmmunity Media’s HBCU Esports League Will Offer $170K in Prize Pools Towards Student Scholarships ATLANTA, Sept. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Cxmmunity Media, a Black-owned media technology company dedicated to future-proofing minority representation and equity… Continue reading Chad ‘OchoCinco’ Johnson Tapped as Ambassador for Season Four of the HBCU Esports League
Opposing Coach Throws Shade At Deion Sanders, Coach Prime Says He ‘Made It Personal’
The rivalry between Colorado State and Colorado was just intensified after Jay Norvell seemingly took a shot at Deion Sanders leading up to their game on Sept. 16. According to Sports Illustrated, Norvell, who coaches the Colorado State football team, spoke about a comment he made on his weekly radio show about Sanders, who is… Continue reading Opposing Coach Throws Shade At Deion Sanders, Coach Prime Says He ‘Made It Personal’
Lawsuit Reveals Buffalo Bills Owner Accused of Making Racist Statement About Black NFL Players
A lawsuit was filed by The Athletic reporter, Jim Trotter alleging racial discrimination and retaliation after his contract wasn’t renewed by the NFL (National Football League). In the lawsuit, he alleges his relationship with the football league ended after he questioned NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell about the lack of Black executives at the NFL Network… Continue reading Lawsuit Reveals Buffalo Bills Owner Accused of Making Racist Statement About Black NFL Players
Giannis Antetokounmpo Acknowledges Engagement to Longtime Girlfriend
The “Greek Freak” Giannis Antetokounmpo, who plays for the Milwaukee Bucks has revealed that he and his girlfriend Mariah Riddlesprigger, who announced earlier this year that they are expecting their third child, will be getting married. According to People, the announcement took place during a press conference the couple attended that promoted their work with… Continue reading Giannis Antetokounmpo Acknowledges Engagement to Longtime Girlfriend
Former NBA Player Brandon Hunter Dead At 42
Former NBA player, Brandon Hunter has recently passed away at the age of 42. Social media posts from the Boston Celtics and his alma mater, Ohio University acknowledged his death, although it was not revealed how Hunter died. 🙏 We are terribly saddened to learn of the loss of our former teammate, Brandon Hunter. We… Continue reading Former NBA Player Brandon Hunter Dead At 42
Former NFL Player Mike Williams Passes Away at 36
After being hurt in a construction accident and falling into a coma two weeks ago, former NFL wide receiver Mike Williams has passed away at the age of 36. According to CNN, Williams’ agent, Hadley Engelhard informed the media outlet that he was taken off life support and died on Tuesday. “He will be missed.… Continue reading Former NFL Player Mike Williams Passes Away at 36
Conference of National Black Churches (CNBC) To Sponsor HBCUNY Classic as Morehouse Faces Off Against Albany State
Conference of National Black Churches (CNBC) To Sponsor HBCUNY Classic as Morehouse Faces Off Against Albany State As Fall Season Brings New Threats of COVID-19, Influenza, and Other Viruses, Black Church to Raise Awareness for Education and Wellness New York, NY (September 8, 2023) – The Conference of National Black Churches (CNBC) will co-sponsor… Continue reading Conference of National Black Churches (CNBC) To Sponsor HBCUNY Classic as Morehouse Faces Off Against Albany State
Queen Latifah Leaves Fans Shocked With Vocal Prowess After Singing National Anthem at Giants-Cowboys NFL Game
Queen Latifah went back to her home state of New Jersey to sing the National Anthem at this week’s Monday Night Football game. The performance shocked fans of the headliner of the CBS drama, “The Equalizer.” Yet, fans of the hip-hop recording artist already knew that Latifah, nee Dana Owens was just as prolific a… Continue reading Queen Latifah Leaves Fans Shocked With Vocal Prowess After Singing National Anthem at Giants-Cowboys NFL Game
Bronny James’ $30 Nike Shirt is Almost Sold Out
Like father, like son. Although his father never experienced college in any form, young Bronny James is taking on a quality his father possesses when it comes to merchandise bearing his name. According to The Sports Rush, the value attributed to his NIL (name, image, and likeness) is worth $7,000,000. The highest of any student-athlete… Continue reading Bronny James’ $30 Nike Shirt is Almost Sold Out