Month: March 2024

  • LeBron James Steps Out in USC Trojans Shoes, a Symbol of Pride for Son Bronny.

    LeBron James Steps Out in USC Trojans Shoes, a Symbol of Pride for Son Bronny.

    LeBron James Steps Out in USC Trojans Shoes, a Symbol of Pride for Son Bronny.

    The support for the USC Trojans and young Bronny James Jr. keeps on growing as the NBA’s all-time leading scorer laced up a special pair of his Nike LeBron 21 in the Los Angeles Lakers’ most recent game against Phoenix. Check out our Sneakers news for more upcoming releases and breaking content!

    LeBron James has been spotted countless times this season cheering on the USC Trojans and has even gone as far to say he’ll miss a Laker game to see Bronny play. Well, LeBron wasn’t missing out on his chance to beat the rival Phoenix Suns last night, but that didn’t stop him from showing his continued support for his son and the program.

     

    We’ve seen LeBron wearing a number of USC and Ohio State-inspired sneakers throughout the year, but this is the first time we’ve seen this clean white iteration. The uppers look to be a thick white leather with an outlined Nike Swoosh in cardinal red on the lateral side. The medial Nike Swoosh features a tiger stripe stitching in cardinal.

    The midsole features also cardinal speckling and the red dominates the shoe. Hits of gold are seen accenting the red and we see LeBron’s signature in gold on one tongue, followed by the USC logo on the other tongue. Per usual LeBron James fashion, he inscribed the names of his James Gang in Sharpie along the outside. This was a great way for LeBron to show love to USC, but don’t expect a public release any time in the near future.

    ‘USC’ Nike LeBron 21 PE

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    The Los Angeles Lakers fell to the Phoenix Suns 113-123 during last night’s game. At 39 years old playing in year 21, LeBron James managed a game-high 28 points, game-high 12 assists, and added seven rebounds as he flirted with another career triple-double. The Lakers fell to 31-28 on the season, but they’re still managing a winning record and are in playoff position.

    With the season winding down, expect LeBron James to bust out way more PE and exclusive Nike LeBron 21’s throughout the season, but you can find his other models in Nike retailers and marketplaces like KICKSCREW.

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  • Doппa Kelce ‘coυld laпd a $5MILLION deal to sell ‘Mama Kelce Cookies’

    Doппa Kelce ‘coυld laпd a $5MILLION deal to sell ‘Mama Kelce Cookies’

    Donna became a household name after her son Travis started dating Taylor Swift in September

     

    Donna became a household name after her son Travis started dating Taylor Swift in September

     

    Other agreements reportedly in the works include a deal with Hershey that will pay her $1m a year and an extension of her current contract with Ziploc. Donna signed a $300,000 agreement with the latter for the Super Bowl in February – the proposed extension will rake in $2m in two years.

    Shoe brand Sketchers is also interested in hiring Donna as an ambassador on a three-year, $3.6m deal.

    With all the stardom surrounding her now finding its way to her day-to-day, Donna appears unphased by the limelight. The insider told The US Sun that she’s ‘naturally a target for big brands because she represents family values, by being a loving and caring mother.’

    “She’s always smiling, thinking of others, and has two sons who are NFL stars with excellent reputations,” the source added.

    “It’s a perfect combo.”

  • LeBron James Reaches Unmatched Milestone, Becomes the First Player Ever to Achieve 40,000 Points, Further Establishing His Dominance as the NBA’s Leading Scorer.

    LeBron James Reaches Unmatched Milestone, Becomes the First Player Ever to Achieve 40,000 Points, Further Establishing His Dominance as the NBA’s Leading Scorer.

    LeBron James Reaches Unmatched Milestone, Becomes the First Player Ever to Achieve 40,000 Points, Further Establishing His Dominance as the NBA’s Leading Scorer.

    LeBron James became the first player in the history of the NBA to score 40,000 points on Saturday night.

    The NBA legend reached the milestone during the second quarter of Los Angeles Lakers’ 124-114 loss against the Denver Nuggets at Crypto.com Arena, hitting a scoop layup off the glass.

    James, who entered the game needing nine points to reach the milestone, used a spin move to create separation from Denver’s Michael Porter Jr. and put the ball in with his left hand as the all-time scoring leader continues to put his record further out of reach.

     

    The sold-out crowd in downtown Los Angeles roared with approval when James made the highly-anticipated shot to reach 40,000 points.

    James received a standing ovation at the next timeout, while coach Darvin Ham gave him a congratulatory pat on the chest. There was an in-arena video presentation, which was preceded and followed by James raising the ball over his head.

    LeBron James became the first player in the history of the NBA to score 40,000 points

     

    The legend received a standing ovation at the next timeout from the sold-out crowd

    There was a video presentation displayed on the big screens at Crypto.com Arena

    James shot an airball on his first attempt of the night but responded by getting out in transition for a layup for his first points and prompting the Nuggets to use their first timeout. He then made a corner 3-pointer before subbing out with 3:19 left in the first quarter.

    James checked back in to start the second quarter, attacking the basket 14 seconds into the period to set up the milestone score.

    The four-time champion ‘King James’ became the league’s scoring king just over a year ago when he passed Lakers great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

    On February 7 2023, James broke the 34-year record in front of fans who had shelled out thousands to secure a seat at Crypto.com arena to witness history and Abdul-Jabbar himself.

    The King claimed the record with 10.9 seconds remaining in the third quarter with a trademark fadeaway dagger.

    He reached 39,000 points on November 21 in an In-Season Tournament game against the Utah Jazz.

    Ham was a young fan when Abdul-Jabbar was finishing out his career and assumed the record would never be challenged, let alone surpassed in the way James has.

    ‘But here we are,’ Ham said before the game. ‘It´s a testament to Bron, just the time and resources he spends on himself, making sure not only he is healthy but he´s healthy at a high level.’

     

    The all-time scoring leader celebrates after he continued to put his record further out of reach

    Just over a year ago,  the Lakers star surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s (right) record

    James, 39, has also played the second-most regular season and most playoff minutes in league history. He is the only NBA player with at least 10,000 points, 10,000 rebounds and 10,000 assists.

    The 39-year-old is the oldest player in the NBA, but continues to produce at an elite level in his 21st season, where he is on track to average about 25 points per game.

    On Wednesday, James scored 19 points in the fourth quarter to overcome a 21-point deficit to the Clippers as the 10th placed Lakers fight for a playoff spot in the crowded Western Conference.

    Drafted into the league as a teenager, the Akron, Ohio native has more than delivered on the massive expectations put on his broad shoulders at a young age.

    A versatile forward, he helped usher in the era of position-less basketball, winning four titles with three different teams, four MVP awards and four Finals MVP awards.

    He used a spin move to create separation from Denver’s Michael Porter Jr. (left)

    James has a player-option for the 2024-25 NBA season, which gives him the power to decide whether to stay with the Lakers for another year or become an unrestricted free agent.

    So far, he has refrained from committing to the Lakers beyond the current season.

    In January, James was among the 41 names listed in USA Basketball’s player pool for the Paris Olympics.

    James has not played for Team USA since he won a gold medal at the 2012 London Olympics.

  • Patrick Mahomes: “No matter the score on the field, having Brittany by my side makes every day a win.” 🏈❤️

    Patrick Mahomes: “No matter the score on the field, having Brittany by my side makes every day a win.” 🏈❤️

    Brittaпy Mahomes was all smiles wheп her hυsbaпd,

    Kaпsas City Chiefs qυarterback Patrick Mahomes, sealed his victory at the 2023 Sυper Bowl.

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    Brittaпy also shared footage of Patrick holdiпg υp the Viпce Lombardi Trophy dυriпg a ceremoпy after the wiп.

    Aпother video shared oп Brittaпy’s Iпstagram Story showed Patrick holdiпg the coυple’s yoυпg daυghter, Sterliпg Skye, as coпfetti fell aroυпd them.

     

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    Mahomes previoυsly woп iп 2020, wheп he helped the Chiefs defeat the Saп Fraпcisco 49ers at Sυper Bowl LIV.

    Dυriпg a ceremoпy after the game, Mahomes was asked whether he believes the Chiefs are a “dyпasty” пow that he has earпed his secoпd Sυper Bowl title.

    “I’m пot goппa say dyпasty yet,” Mahomes said. “We’re пot doпe yet!”

     

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    The 27-year-old NFL star led the leagυe iп passiпg yards (5,250), passiпg toυchdowпs (41), offeпsive yards (5,614), aпd offeпsive TDs (45) dυriпg the seasoп. He was also пamed the 2022 regυlar seasoп MVP.

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    Patrick aпd Brittaпy welcomed Sterliпg Skye oп Feb. 20, 2021, aпd soп Broпze iп November 2022.

    Moпths after Sterliпg’s arrival, Patrick told PEOPLE that beiпg a father has “beeп awesome” aпd that he was “blessed to have a really, really good first baby.”

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    “I’m jυst tryiпg to tell her to slow dowп,” he added, “so I caп eпjoy every miпυte of it.”

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  • Lakers Fall Short Despite LeBron’s 40,000 Points as Jokic and the Nuggets Finish Strong for 124-114 Victory.

    Lakers Fall Short Despite LeBron’s 40,000 Points as Jokic and the Nuggets Finish Strong for 124-114 Victory.

    Lakers Fall Short Despite LeBron’s 40,000 Points as Jokic and the Nuggets Finish Strong for 124-114 Victory.

    LeBron James reached 40,000 points, but Nikola Jokic had 35 points and 10 rebounds and the Denver Nuggets made a late push to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 124-114 on Saturday night.

    Aaron Gordon hit a 3-pointer with 3:49 remaining to put Denver back in front, and the Nuggets closed on a 19-6 run for their sixth straight win. Michael Porter Jr. made all 10 of his shots to finish with 25 points, Jamal Murray had 24 points and 11 assists, and Gordon ended up with 18 points.

    “I don´t think it matters who we´re playing and what night it is, we’re coming to win, and we’re taking care of business the way we’re supposed to,” said Justin Holiday, who tied it at 108 with 4:29 remaining.

     

    James had 26 points and nine assists while checking off his latest milestone, but the Lakers couldn´t get their third straight win. Rui Hachimura had 23 points, and Anthony Davis added 17 points and 11 rebounds as all five Los Angeles starters had at least 17 points.

    James spun around Porter and drove the lane to hit a layup with 10:39 left in the second quarter to reach 40,000 points as he tries to put the career scoring record out of reach.

    “Being the first player to do something, it´s pretty cool in this league, just knowing the history, the greats that´s come through the league and then you see some of the greats on the floor tonight, it was great to compete,” James said. “But for me, the main thing, as always, is to win, and I hated that it had to happen in a defeat.”

    Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) scores as Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. (1), defends, becoming the first NBA player to reach 40,000 points in a career, during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

    James received a standing ovation at the next timeout, while coach Darvin Ham gave him a congratulatory pat on the chest as he came to the sideline. There was an in-arena video presentation, which was preceded and followed by James raising the ball over his head to the delight of fans, many of whom were wearing his Lakers, Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat or St. Vincent-St. Mary High School jerseys.

    “Man, you look at a lot of great players that have played this game, and no one was even close to 40,” Davis said. “Obviously, it’s a great moment, obviously it would be better if we get the win.”

    The two teams were essentially even through the first 44 minutes before Denver used the one-two punch of Jokic and Murray, with spacing and shot-making around them, to excel in crunch time.

    “I think we got a lot of guys who feel comfortable under pressure,” Porter said. “You got Nikola, the best player in the world. You know, Jamal with the ball in his hands a lot. And then you got shooters who are ready to knock down shots under pressure time, so just a lot of guys that are comfortable in those situations.”

    The Nuggets swept the three-game season series, leaving James to admit “they have our number.

    “It’s always kind of the fourth quarter, the last six minutes or the last few minutes of the game,” he said. “They make plays, we don’t make plays, and that can be frustrating.”

    Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James acknowledges fans after scoring to become the first NBA player to reach 40,000 points in a career during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Los Angeles.

    Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, left, shoots as Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis, center, and forward Rui Hachimura defend during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Los Angeles.

    Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, right, shoots as Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Los Angeles.

    Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, left, and Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) embrace after an NBA basketball game Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Los Angeles.

    Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, center, shoots as Los Angeles Lakers guard D’Angelo Russell, left, and guard Austin Reaves defend during the second half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, March 2, 2024, in Los Angeles.

  • Tyreek Hill celebrates 30th birthday on yacht with wife amid lawsuit filed by plus-size model, who alleges the Dolphins star broke her leg during practice drills at his Miami mansion

    Tyreek Hill celebrates 30th birthday on yacht with wife amid lawsuit filed by plus-size model, who alleges the Dolphins star broke her leg during practice drills at his Miami mansion

    Sophie Hall, who’s also a social media influencer, sued the Phins star on Feb. 23
    She claims that he charged at her with ‘crushing force’ at his mansion last year

    Tyreek Hill has dismissed concerns of a lawsuit filed by a plus-size model earlier this week by celebrating his 30th birthday on a yacht.

    The Dolphins’ star wideout was seen on a big boat with his wife – Keeta, the sister of former Saints and Titans safety Kenny Vaccaro – on Friday afternoon in what appears to be a large stream of water in Miami.

    The NFL player’s wife even shared a video of Hill dancing on the yacht without a care in the world on her Instagram Story, as he continues to take his mind off his team’s wild-card exit against his former teammates on the Kansas City Chiefs last season.

    The star Dolphins wideout seemed relax on the big boat He even danced without a care for the world at one point

    Tyreek Hill celebrated his 30th birthday on a yacht on Friday amid a lawsuit filed against him

    Hill also shared an Instagram Story of himself locking lips with his significant other, who he married in November, despite reports that he filed for divorce just 76 days after their wedding day. The one-time Super Bowl champion dismissed his divorce petition in Broward County eight days after it was filed.

    In a lawsuit that plus-size model Sophie Hall’s attorneys filed in Broward County circuit court on Feb. 23, the influencer claims that Hill ‘forcefully and purposefully’ shoved her while the two were participating in a football drill at his Southwest Ranches mansion last year.

    Hill shared an adorable Instagram Story of himself locking lips with his wife, Keeta Vaccaro

    Hill shared an adorable Instagram Story of himself locking lips with his wife, Keeta Vaccaro

    Hill was ‘humiliated’ after Hall knocked him backward during a ‘friendly football lesson,’ according to the lawsuit, which led to him charging at her ‘violently and with great force.’

    ‘The crushing force was so great that she sustained a right leg fracture, necessitating surgery with metal hardware implantation,’ the lawsuit says.

    Hall is seeking up to $75,000 in damages. It is unclear whether she reported the incident to authorities. Her attorneys are suing Hill for battery, assault, intentional infliction of emotional distress and negligence.

    ‘We were made aware of it,’ Dolphins general manager Chris Grier said at the NFL combine on Wednesday. ‘We were in communication with NFL security, so I really can’t comment on anything of that until we get all our information and find out what happened. For us, Tyreek has been a good addition for us, but in terms of all the off-field stuff, we’ll have to get all the information before we can really comment on it.’

    The Dolphins acquired Hill in a trade with the Kansas City Chiefs in March 2022.

    Hall, whom the suit describes as a model, actress and influencer with over two million followers across multiple social media platforms, met Hill in May 2023 after she bought a ticket for her 10-year-old son to attend Hill’s summer football camp in Boca Raton, Florida.

    Plus-size model and influencer Sophie Hill is suing Hill for allegedly breaking her leg last year

    Plus-size model and influencer Sophie Hill is suing Hill for allegedly breaking her leg last year

    The influencer claims Hill flew her to Miami in June to 'hang' at his Southwest Ranches mansion

    The influencer claims Hill flew her to Miami in June to ‘hang’ at his Southwest Ranches mansion

    The Dolphins receiver messaged Hall on Instagram a day after she registered, wanting to ‘meet up and get to know her,’ the court documents say.

    The two continued to exchange messages, the documents show, including one in which Hill says he has been ‘known to be a good stepdad.’

    Hill then shared his cellphone number with Hall and invited her to his home. The All-Pro receiver purchased flight and travel arrangements for Hall to stay with him for a few days, the lawsuit says.

    Hall arrived at Hill’s home on June 28, according to the complaint. That afternoon, she stood and watched Hill practice with his trainer in his backyard before Hill invited her to participate in offensive line drills with him.

    Hall, who in her Instagram bio says she is six-ft-one, caused Hill to be pushed backward during the first drill, which the suit claims garnered laughter from those watching, including his mother, sister, friend and trainer.

    Hill married Vaccaro in November last year before filing for divorce just 76 days later although he dismissed the petition to end their marriage eight days later

    Hill married Vaccaro in November last year before filing for divorce just 76 days later although he dismissed the petition to end their marriage eight days later

    Hill has been on the Dolphins since 2022 and lost to his old team - the Chiefs - in the first round of the playoffs last season

    Hill has been on the Dolphins since 2022 and lost to his old team – the Chiefs – in the first round of the playoffs last season

    ‘Apparently embarrassed by his loss of stability as a result of contact by a woman during the ”football play,” Mr. Hill’s attitude changed and he became angry,’ the complaint says.

    Hall was in excruciating pain and unable to get up and walk around as a result of Hill charging at her. The suit claims that Hill downplayed Hall’s injuries but allowed her to stay at his home until he secured travel arrangements for her to return home.

    The lawsuit says she was diagnosed with a right leg fracture in July, attends weekly therapy sessions and has persistent pain and weakness in her leg.

    In 2019, the Chiefs suspended Hill amid allegations that he had physically abused his son. In 2015, he pleaded guilty to domestic assault and battery by strangulation after choking his then-pregnant fianceé. He received three years’ probation as a result. Last August, Hill was under investigation by Miami-Dade police after a man claimed the receiver hit him after a verbal altercation. No charges were filed.

  • Taylor Swift: The Global Phenomenon with a Heart of Gold, Embarking on a Journey of Love and Loyalty Beside Travis Kelce, Her Unwavering Support Lighting Up the Stadiums. A Melody of Devotion Beyond the Stage, Where Her Songs Meet His Sportsmanship in a Symphony of Celestial Harmony

    Taylor Swift: The Global Phenomenon with a Heart of Gold, Embarking on a Journey of Love and Loyalty Beside Travis Kelce, Her Unwavering Support Lighting Up the Stadiums. A Melody of Devotion Beyond the Stage, Where Her Songs Meet His Sportsmanship in a Symphony of Celestial Harmony

    Travis and Taylor: A Love Too Evident to Hide

    In a modern world where every love story seems to be recorded and shared, the tale of Travis and Taylor has become a symbol of love that’s too genuine to be concealed.

    This charming couple, whose interactions have captured the hearts of many, provide a perfect example of how true affection often transcends the boundaries of privacy.

    Travis, known for his usually composed demeanor, finds himself unable to hide his profound affection for Taylor.

    Friends and acquaintances often note how his eyes light up whenever she’s around, and his laughter, louder and more heartfelt, tells a story of unspoken adoration.

    This kind of genuine emotion, rare and beautiful, has become a talking point in their social circle.

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    Taylor, on her part, seems equally smitten. Her presence seems to ignite an undeniable spark in Travis, a phenomenon that has not gone unnoticed by those around them. The way they interact, with effortless ease and deep understanding, speaks volumes of a bond that is both deep and sincere.

    Psychologists say that such evident displays of affection are indicators of a healthy and strong relationship. According to Dr. Emily Johnson, a relationship expert, “When you see a couple like Travis and Taylor, where their happiness and affection are so palpable, it’s often a sign of a profound emotional connection. It’s not just about the laughter or the smiles; it’s about the unguarded moments that they share.”

    Inside Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Private Dinner Date in Kansas City -- and the Sweet Gift He Left Behind : r/TaylorSwift

    The story of Travis and Taylor is more than just a tale of love; it’s a reminder of the joy and beauty that comes from a genuine connection. In a world where relationships are often curated for social media, theirs is a refreshing narrative of unscripted affection, a reminder that the best moments are those that are the most natural.

    As they continue their journey together, Travis and Taylor remain a testament to the power of love in its purest form. Their story, unfolding in the most unassuming moments, reminds us all that the simplest expressions of love are often the most profound.

    This article would delve into the dynamics of Travis and Taylor’s relationship, highlighting how their genuine affection and happiness are apparent to those around them. It also includes insights from a relationship expert to provide a deeper understanding of what their interactions signify.

  • LeBron James and Stephen Curry Pose Challenges in Pelicans’ Quest for Playoffs.

    LeBron James and Stephen Curry Pose Challenges in Pelicans’ Quest for Playoffs.

    LeBron James and Stephen Curry Pose Challenges in Pelicans’ Quest for Playoffs.

    The NBA Season is about three-quarters finished and the sprint to the postseason, or draft lottery, is now in top gear for every franchise. The Boston Celtics are running away with the regular season title but the NBA Playoffs are the true prize. Unfortunately for the New Orleans Pelicans, their schedule down the stretch appears tougher than most expected at the start of the season.

    The Pelicans were reminded of their late-game meltdowns on their first nationally televised game since the NBA All-Star break. A loss to the Indiana Pacers dragged New Orleans back into the NBA Play-In Tournament morass. Willie Green’s then fifth-placed group had an opportunity to close the gap to fourth but instead fell back to just a half-game above the seventh-placed Dallas Mavericks.

    Willie Green’s Pelicans needed a win in a March 1 home rematch against the Pacers to again jump the Phoenix Suns for fifth. Much like Matt Damon’s Mike McDermott in Rounders, New Orleans is doing a lot of rough work to just wind back up where they started. The Big Three of Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram, and CJ McCollum also have a lot of All-World competition in trying to avoid the Play-In elimination rounds.

     

    Pelicans fighting for fifth, home court advantage in sight

    The Pelicans are playing standings musical chairs with six franchises trying to find a way to land in one of the two secured seats. The fifth- and sixth-placed teams will get a week-long break before starting a seven-game series. Seventh through tenth will fight tooth and nail in the shorted elimination Play-In rounds. Thankfully for New Orleans, the franchise has a small advantage over the field over their last 22 games.

    The Phoenix Suns have the most challenging end-of-season slate to navigate. Kevin Durant has to drag his new franchise through four back-to-back sets and 13 road games in the next six weeks. Bradley Beal is likely to be unavailable for at least half of those matchups, if not more. New Orleans should be able to leapfrog the Suns under those circumstances.

    Chasing down the Los Angeles Clippers is also a possibility. A home-court advantage in the four vs. five series means more for less experienced teams like the Pelicans. Kawhi Leonard is healthy but L.A. has six back-to-back sets over the next six weeks. Facing the 12th-toughest remaining schedule, Ty Lue will look to limit his All-Star’s miles before the postseason.

    The Pelicans do not have the resume to rest on their laurels. Leonard does, especially if Paul George and James Harden keep the Clippers comfortably in fourth place.

    Pelicans playing with NBA Play-In fire

    The Pelicans, flaws and all, do not have to worry about the other teams if they take care of business. Protecting home court and closing out games against lottery teams have been issues all season though. New Orleans has squandered 17 double-digit leads already. If they had won just half of those games, the Zion Williamson-led team would be sitting in first place in the Western Conference.

    The Dallas Mavericks, Sacramento Kings, Los Angeles Lakers, and Golden State Warriors are occupying the NBA Play-In spots as of March 1. Facing Luka Doncic, LeBron James, or Steph Curry in an elimination game is not ideal for any coach looking to calm postseason nerves. The Kings, with six back-to-back sets, and the Lakers, who get 12 home games to nine road, both have more difficult schedules.

    The Mavericks are a half-game behind the Pelicans. The Warriors are three games below the Play-In cutoff line. Golden State has the seventh easiest schedule but Andrew Wiggins just took a leave of absence.

    Curry’s aging dynasty likely has to drive through five back-to-backs and 14 road games plus two elimination games just to get to the first round. They are five games ahead of the Utah Jazz sitting in 11th, so there is almost no chance the Warriors drop below the 10th seed.

    Sacramento is starting to falter, losing their last two games of February. They have 15 home games to just nine on the road but the Pelicans also hold the tiebreaker of the Kings. The Lakers have only three back-to-back sets but just 21 games to make up ground. They are also 9-21 on the road.

    New Orleans has six games against teams in the middle of the Western Conference. A March 15 visit from the Clippers is the only matchup in March though. The Suns come to the Smoothie King Center on April Fools. The Orlando Magic (April 3) and San Antonio Spurs (April 5) follow at home.

    Four of the next five Pelicans games come against the Suns, Kings, Warriors, and Lakers. There is an April 9 trip to Portland in between.

    The regular season finale at home against Lebron’s Lakers could have huge seeding ramifications. It’s also the only home game in the last week. Trips to Phoenix (April 7), Sacramento (April 11), and Golden State (April 12) will test the Pelicans mettle going into the postseason.

    Letting a few of the games against lottery teams slip away will put the Pelicans in a far worse position, playing just to survive and advance. Handle business and Green can get selective with some rotational rest.

    Still, this is a tougher-than-expected road for the Pelicans. One or two underperforming teams dropping into the back half of the bracket is normal. Not many would have thought that one-named stars like Luka, KD, Steph, Fox, Zion, and LeBron would all be playing for their NBA Playoffs lives this late into the season. Considering the road ahead, Green’s locker room can earn some on-court respect by grinding out a top-six finish.

  • Johnny Manziel claims the Chiefs almost signed him instead of drafting Patrick Mahomes during the 2017 offseason after he ‘took a few meetings in Kansas City’

    Johnny Manziel claims the Chiefs almost signed him instead of drafting Patrick Mahomes during the 2017 offseason after he ‘took a few meetings in Kansas City’

    Manziel had been a free agent and had multiple visits with the Chiefs in 2017
    Kanas City also had incumbent starting QB Alex Smith on their roster that year

    Former NFL quarterback Johnny Manziel recently said he believes Patrick Mahomes’ reign with the Kansas City Chiefs almost didn’t happen.

    Manziel was appearing on the ‘The Rush Podcast,’ when he stated that he nearly signed with the Chiefs as a free agent back in 2017, which could have resulted in Kansas City not drafting Mahomes that year.

    ‘I thought I was going to sign in Kansas City the same year that Mahomes got drafted,’ Manziel said.

    ‘So I think if they wouldn’t have taken a quarterback, which thank God they did, I think I could have ended up there.’

    Had Manziel signed with the Chiefs he likely would have occupied the backup QB spot behind incumbent starter Alex Smith, who had just been named to his second Pro Bowl after leading the team to a 12-4 record.

    Johnny Manziel said the KC Chiefs nearly signed him instead of drafting Patrick Mahomes

    Johnny Manziel said the KC Chiefs nearly signed him instead of drafting Patrick Mahomes

    KC drafted Mahomes in 2017 after Manziel took multiple free agent meetings with the team

    KC drafted Mahomes in 2017 after Manziel took multiple free agent meetings with the team

    Manziel was originally drafted No. 22 by the Cleveland Browns and was cut after only two years

    Manziel was originally drafted No. 22 by the Cleveland Browns and was cut after only two years

    ‘I took a couple meetings there and flew up to Kansas City and kicked the tires on it,’ Manziel said. ‘It ended up not working out.’

    Manziel also mentioned that Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has developed a reputation for helping players redeem bounce back after off-field issues.

    Some of the most notable careers Reid has gotten back on track were quarterback Michael Vick, tight end Travis Kelce and wide receiver Tyreek Hill.

    ‘Andy Reid has a really good long history of being able to help people, and he saw something in me as well,’ Manziel said.

    Manziel had originally been taken by the Cleveland Browns No. 22 overall but failed to replicate his Heisman Trophy success during his time Texas A&M due to issues both on and off the field.

    The Chiefs ultimately selected Mahomes in the draft that year, which has proven to be a move that’s paid off.

    The quarterback has led the franchise to three Super Bowl victories in five years, including this season’s back-to-back victory in Las Vegas.

  • Patrick Mahomes reacts and BLASTS Haters who abused him for spending Lavishly on daughter’s third birthday “She’s my daughter, and I can do whatever I want for her.. GET A LIFE!!”

    Patrick Mahomes reacts and BLASTS Haters who abused him for spending Lavishly on daughter’s third birthday “She’s my daughter, and I can do whatever I want for her.. GET A LIFE!!”

    Patrick Mahomes reacts aпd BLASTS Haters who abυsed him for speпdiпg Lavishly oп daυghter’s third birthday

    “She’s my daυghter, aпd I caп do whatever I waпt for her.. GET A LIFE!!”

    Patrick aпd Brittaпy Mahomes had aпother reasoп to celebrate over the weekeпd as the coυple marked daυghter Sterliпg Skye’s third birthday with aп extravagaпt bυtterfly-themed ‘Tea for Three’ party at the Dallas Arboretυm aпd Botaпical Gardeп.

    Iп video posted oп Iпstagram, the reigпiпg Sυper Bowl MVP’s eldest laυghs aпd plays with other yoυпg childreп aboard a series of slides, Merry Go Roυпds aпd aп iпflatable boυпce hoυse. Yoυпg Sterliпg is also seeп sippiпg from a teacυp, bυt it’s impossible to say if she was driпkiпg Earl Grey, Eпglish breakfast, Darjeeliпg, or somethiпg a bit more age appropriate.

    ‘We celebrated oυr Sterliпg Skye today!’ Brittaпy wrote iп her Sυпday Iпstagram post. ‘I caп’t eveп believe we will have a 3 year old iп jυst a few days! Time flies wheп yoυ’re haviпg fυп! We love yoυ baby girl.’

    Priciпg the party is difficυlt withoυt kпowiпg the exact пυmber of gυests, bυt the a tea service at the Arboretυm rυпs aboυt $60 a head – aпd that’s withoυt the accompaпyiпg birthday party festivities.

    The Mahomes family retυrпed to their пative Dallas for the party followiпg last week’s shootiпg at the Kaпsas City Chiefs’ Sυper Bowl rally, where oпe womaп was killed aпd at least 22 were iпjυred. Siпce theп, all of the sυrviviпg victims have beeп released from the hospital. Two teeпagers have beeп charged as miпors iп the shootiпg.


    The coυple visited shootiпg victims at the hospital prior to their release.


    Patrick aпd Brittaпy met iп high school, where she was a star soccer player aпd he excelled at football, basketball aпd, like his father Patrick Sr., baseball.

    Ultimately Patrick Jr. opted to stick with football, aпd has siпce woп three Sυper Bowls aпd three Sυper Bowl MVP awards. He’s also a two-time NFL Most Valυable player aпd six-time Pro Bowl selectioп.

    Iп additioп to three-year-old Sterliпg Skye, the coυple also has a soп, Patrick ‘Broпze’ Lavoп Mahomes III, who was borп iп November of 2022.

    Iп additioп to the receпt festivities, the family has also eпdυred aпother drυпk-driviпg arrest by Patrick Sr. iп receпt weeks.

    Iп the week before the Sυper Bowl, the former MLB relief pitcher was arrested iп Smith Coυпty, Texas oп sυspicioп of driviпg while iпtoxicated. It is at least his third arrest for allege drυпk-driviпg, aпd coυld be faciпg a feloпy seпteпce of υp to 10 years if he is coпvicted.

    Patrick Jr. said his father was ‘doiпg good’ after his arrest, bυt decliпed to speak fυrther.