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Alex Rodríguez admitted to giving Pat Mahomes some bad advice by suggesting he should give up football in favor of playing baseball.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback, three-time NFL MVP, and Super Bowl champion Patrick Mahomes is now considered one of the best in the league’s history. However, things could’ve changed as he grew up around baseball and wanted to emulate his father.

Mahomes recently revealed in a Times interview that his heart was always with baseball. Growing up in the MLB environment, as his father played during 11 seasons in the Majors, he was drawn to the lifestyle of a professional ballplayer

The legendary and controversial Alex Rodríguez played with Mahomes Sr. in the Texas Rangers during the 2001 MLB season, and the former Yankees player told the Times in that same piece that maybe he gave the future NFL star ‘the worst advice ever’ back then when he met him as a child.

A-Rod had just signed the biggest contract in sports history at that time with the Texas Rangers, with a massive 10-year, $252 million deal, and he recalls that he said to the young Pat Mahomes to keep his father’s footsteps in baseball and quit playing football, saying that ‘money was in MLB.’

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Michael Jordan is still the greatest of all time in the eyes of NBA players, but his lead over LeBron James is narrowing.

On Monday, The Athletic released the results of its annual player poll, and 45.9 percent of the 133 players who responded regarding the GOAT question picked His Airness. That was followed by James at 42.1 percent and Kobe Bryant at 9.8 percent

Sam Amick of The Athletic noted Jordan’s lead over James is much smaller than it was in the same poll in 2019 (73 percent to 11.9 percent) and 2023 (58.3 percent to 33 percent). While part of that can be explained by younger players entering the league who grew up watching James and are only familiar with Jordan through highlights, some of the players who picked the King discussed their rationale.

“I’d say LeBron,” one player said. “Just to be able to do it for 20 years, it’s insane. I think it’s more of a longevity thing that you have to look at there, and (how) still every year he’s playing at the highest level. With the highest expectations (placed on him), he had everything to lose in terms of coming into the league.

“It would’ve been very easy for him to underachieve and not meet those expectations, I think he’s far surpassed them, all of them, somehow. … Being on the floor, the closer you are to the game, the more of a sense (you get) for how great LeBron is, how he sees things, how he talks. His impact on the game, his gravity on the game is felt.”

Amick noted those who voted for James consistently pointed to his longevity, which isn’t surprising.

After all, he is 39 years old and just completed his 21st season in the league. While he may not be the same player he was at his peak, he still made the All-Star Game for the 20th time in his career this season and helped lead the Los Angeles Lakers to the playoffs by averaging 25.7 points, 8.3 assists, 7.3 rebounds and 1.3 steals per game.

Nikola Jokić and Luka Dončić were the only other players in the league to average at least 25 points, eight assists and seven rebounds this season.

That longevity allowed him to break Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s all-time scoring record last year, further cementing his legacy as an all-time great.

“Who would I draft in an all-time draft?” one player said. “That’s the way I look at it, you know what I’m saying? Some people look at it like, ‘Who do I want taking the last shot?’ Blah, blah, blah, all this other sh–. But in an all-time draft, I’m choosing LeBron. Why? I get 20 years of greatness, and I get somebody who plays one through five (point guard through center). And let me just say, the person I choose No. 2 would be Shaq (O’Neal), the most dominant player of all time. So in my GOAT debate, I would go 1-2 like that. And this is coming from a Kobe (Bryant) fan.”

Another player highlighted that longevity.

“(LeBron) for sure,” he said. “I think him being able to literally do everything and win (titles) with so many different organizations (the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat and Lakers) and also having the most points in his career, along with figuring out how to have longevity in his career. Everybody’s looking to have longevity, and he figured it out. He figured it out at the highest level. It doesn’t make any sense.”

James is still chasing Jordan in titles (six to four), NBA Finals MVPs (six to four) and league MVPs (five to four), but even that might underscore the difference between the two.

Jordan’s peak might never be matched. Even retiring for nearly two seasons to play baseball didn’t prevent him from winning six championships during an eight-year span and taking over both the league and popular culture as a whole.

But he played 14 seasons that were interrupted by multiple retirements. James has continued to play at an incredible level across 21 different campaigns and doesn’t look like he will be falling from the ranks of the league’s All-Stars anytime soon.

Jordan’s peak or James’ longevity?

It is a question that has split the NBA community, including the players.

 

 

In a surprising revelation that sent shockwaves through both the music and sports worlds, Taylor Swift recently disclosed the reasons behind her deep affection for Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs’ star tight end. Swift’s candid explanation has sparked widespread intrigue and speculation among fans and media alike.

 

The multi-talented singer-songwriter, known for her chart-topping hits and high-profile relationships, took to social media to share insights into her admiration for Kelce. In a heartfelt post, Swift delved into the qualities that have endeared the football player to her, offering a rare glimpse into her personal life.

 

Swift cited Kelce’s charisma, authenticity, and kindness as key factors that have captured her heart. She praised his unwavering dedication to his craft on the field and his genuine nature off it, highlighting their shared values and mutual respect. The singer’s heartfelt tribute shed light on the deep connection between the two, fueling speculation about the nature of their relationship.

The revelation comes amid swirling rumors about Swift’s romantic life, with fans eagerly dissecting every clue and cryptic lyric in her music for hints about her love interests. Kelce’s emergence as a central figure in Swift’s narrative has added a new layer of intrigue to the ongoing saga of her personal life, captivating audiences worldwide.

As speculation mounts, Swift’s candid disclosure has sparked a flurry of reactions, ranging from curiosity to excitement. Fans have flooded social media platforms with messages of support and encouragement for the unlikely pairing, expressing their enthusiasm for a potential romance between the music icon and the sports superstar

Swift’s revelation about her affection for Travis Kelce has ignited a frenzy of speculation and excitement, offering a rare glimpse into the inner workings of her personal life. As fans eagerly await further developments, the unexpected union between the Grammy-winning singer and the NFL star promises to be a captivating chapter in both their stories.

LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers walks back to his bench while playing the Denver Nuggets in the fourth quarter during game two of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs.

Seven-time NBA champion Robert “Big Shot Rob” Horry pinned the blame on LeBron James‘ repeated isolation plays at the top of the key as the main culprit of the Los Angeles Lakers‘ collapse in Game 2.

“For me, the first thing I ever learned when I got into this league, [Hakeem] Olajuwon came to me and he was like, ‘Keep it simple,’” Horry said on the Spectrum SportsNet’s postgame show. “Down the stretch, the Lakers didn’t keep it simple.”

Jamal Murray’s buzzer-beating jumper capped a Denver Nuggets’ 20-point comeback to take a commanding 2-0 lead and won for the 10th straight time against the hard-luck Lakers on April 22.

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It was the second-largest blown lead by the Lakers in the playoffs since 1997.

‘That’s Not Winning Basketball’

Horry said the Lakers deviated from what worked in the first half, which enabled them to grab the huge lead over the Nuggets.

“What I mean by that is on the offensive end they started to do all these little screens and all these trickeries to try to get the mismatch,” Horry continued. “You know where the mismatch was? [Anthony Davis] on the post. For me, you have to understand mismatches.

LeBron is 39 [years old]. Yes, he’s one of the best players ever to play this game [but] he had no advantage [Monday night]. That [isolation play] at the top got them in trouble. You know why? Denver was able to rest on the defensive end. They sat there and waited on LeBron to make his move and then they went in — I love LeBron to death — but to me, that’s not winning basketball.”

James had the hot hands in the fourth quarter, scoring 12 of his 26 points, but he missed a wide-open 3-pointer with 16 seconds left that set up Murray’s game-winner.

Maybe instead of complaining about the refs, LeBron James should have just made that wide open 3…

…which ironically was open because he pushed off and got away with it. https://t.co/WwjzHCQzTl pic.twitter.com/bl8jJAlC8g

— Joel Rush (@JoelRushNBA) April 23, 2024

“I know people are going to 𝓀𝒾𝓁𝓁 me for saying this because I’m talking about LeBron James,” Horry said.

‘We Totally Forgot Anthony Davis’

Davis feasted on Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets in the first half with 24 points on 11 of 12 shooting from the field. But in the fourth quarter, he only had one attempt, which he missed, in 10 minutes.

“[Davis] was cooking but then you go away from that and to me, you got to understand it ain’t about ‘Me’,” Horry said. “It’s about ‘We’ in the playoffs and you got to go to the advantage and [Davis] in the second half — who had the advantage throughout the first half — we totally forgot about him.”

Davis led the Lakers in the loss with 32 points and 11 rebounds but he was also dumbfounded by their second-half collapse.

“We have stretches where we just don’t know what we’re doing on both ends of the floor,” Davis told reporters after the loss. “Those are the ones that cost us. So we got two days to get it right right and come ready to win Game 3.”

Nuggets’ 2nd Half Adjustment

After the Lakers repeatedly milked the Davis-Jokic mismatch on ball screens in the first half, the Nuggets made adjustments.

They switched their best interior defender Aaron Gordon on Davis while Jokic slid to the much smaller Rui Hachimura on defense in the second half.

It worked wonders for the Nuggets as the Lakers’ offense became stagnant.

Los Angeles had 17 assists in the first half but only dished seven in the second half.

The Lakers only had two assists in the fourth quarter courtesy of James, who finished with a game-high 12. But James also hoisted half of the Lakers’ 18 field goal attempts in the pivotal fourth quarter. He made 5 of 9 while the rest of the Lakers went 3 for 9.

“There’s a lot of things that went on in this game,” Horry said. “You can bring the substitution pattern on on the coaching staff, you can bring LeBron’s ISO and you can blame [Davis] for not taking the ball in the post.

There are so many things you can point out and when you’re in a playoff game and you have a lead like that, you don’t need to be fancy on the offensive end. Just be simple. Get it to the mismatch.”

 

 

Taylor Swift told Travis Kelce “sorry” during their recent outing at Coachella, according to a lip reader.

A deaf reality TV star named Jackie Gonzalez recently analyzed the happy couple’s clip who were seen dancing and grooving to songs at the music festival.

Making a compilation out of all their clips, Jackie, who was also a participant of Squid Game: The Challenge, revealed what Taylor and Travis were talking about at the concert, including her introductions and alcohol-fuelled apology.

She claims one clip shows the pair making their way through concert crowds as the singer looks at her NFL boyfriend and says, “Oh, my God! We’re in the front? Wow.”

 

Another footage shows the moment Taylor appears to be introducing her beau, saying: “This is Travis.”

However, in the last clip, the Anti-Hero hitmaker can be seen telling the Super Bowl winner while laughing, “That was the best thing that’s happened tonight. Sorry, I’m drunk.”

The couple’s outing comes amid Taylor’s break from Eras Tour and Travis’s NFL off-season.

The Lakers could make a franchise-altering decision this summer

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The future of Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham has been the subject of considerable speculation — almost since the franchise hired him to replace Frank Vogel in June 2022. Ham guided the Lakers to the Western Conference Finals last season and the inaugural NBA Cup this season, but LA‘s inconsistency over the past two years on the whole has proven frustrating to their millions of followers around the globe.

Ham’s relationship with superstar LeBron James has not been entirely smooth, either. The King has been seen “checked out” during timeouts while Ham is speaking, and the possibility that the Lakers could retain the second-year head coach for another season could cause James to consider his future in southern California.

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According to Lakers insider Anthony Irwin, Ham is poised to return for the 2024/25 season, irrespective of the result between the Lakers and the Denver Nuggets, who are currently playing a first-round series in the West playoffs.

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The second-seeded Nuggets took Game 1 over the seventh-seeded Lakers on Saturday night, overcoming a halftime deficit to win 114-103 at Ball Arena. Ham was heavily criticized following the game for the Lakers’ continued inability to slow down Nikola Jokic, who scored a game-high 32 points while adding 12 rebounds and seven assists.

James was frustrated after Game 1 and chided his teammates for not paying attention to the details against the defending champion Nuggets. That message could easily have been meant for his coaching staff, too, which has not yet concocted a successful game plan to defeat Denver — the winner of nine consecutive meetings with Los Angeles. The Lakers’ season could be on the verge of ending with another loss Monday night — giving James, who can opt out of his contract this summer, plenty to think about as he contemplates his next move.

 

In a heartwarming tale that’s as captivating as any game-winning drive, the love story of Chris Jones and his beloved Sheawna Weathersby traces back to their roots in the heart of Kansas City. Their journey began long before Jones became a household name in football lore.

 

It was amidst the vibrant streets of Kansas City where fate first brought them together, weaving the threads of destiny into a beautiful tapestry of love and companionship. From chance encounters to shared dreams, Jones and Weathersby found solace and strength in each other’s embrace, weathering life’s highs and lows as a united front.

 

 

Their bond deepened with the arrival of their two precious children, who became the embodiment of their love and commitment. Through every touchdown and tackle, victory and defeat, Jones and Weathersby stood by each other’s side, their unwavering support a testament to the strength of their relationship.

 

As the heartbeat of Chiefs Kingdom, Jones has endeared himself not only to fans on the field but also to the community off it. His dedication to both his craft and his city has made him a beloved figure among the Chiefs faithful. And now, as news of their impending wedding spreads like wildfire, the entire Kansas City community rallies behind them, eagerly anticipating the joyous occasion.

 

 

From teammates to coaches, fans to fellow Kansas City residents, everyone is counting down the days until Jones and Weathersby exchange vows in what promises to be a celebration for the ages. Their love story, intertwined with the spirit of Kansas City and the pride of the Chiefs, serves as an inspiration to us all, reminding us that amidst the chaos of life, love always finds a way to shine through.

In a stunning turn of events, rapper Jay-Z has reportedly found himself on his knees, pleading with his wife, Queen B (Beyoncé), to stay with him following a shocking revelation that has rocked their relationship. The news of Jay-Z’s actions has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and sparked intense speculation about the future of their marriage.

While the specific details of the revelation have not been disclosed, it is evident that the information has deeply affected Jay-Z and caused a significant rift between him and Beyoncé. The gravity of the situation has led Jay-Z to take desperate measures, humbling himself to beg for her forgiveness and to salvage their relationship.

Jay-Z’s public display of remorse and vulnerability reflects the magnitude of the situation and his deep desire to repair the damage done. It is a stark reminder that even the most successful and influential individuals can face personal challenges and experience the consequences of their actions.

The revelation and subsequent plea for forgiveness have ignited a flurry of discussions among fans and observers. Many are speculating about the nature of the revelation and its potential impact on the power couple’s relationship. The public’s curiosity and investment in their personal lives highlight the immense influence they hold within the industry.

As the situation unfolds, it is crucial to respect the privacy of Jay-Z and Beyoncé, allowing them the space to work through their issues and make decisions regarding their relationship. Personal matters such as this require careful consideration and should not be subject to undue scrutiny or judgment from the public.

The outcome of Jay-Z’s plea and the future of his relationship with Beyoncé remain uncertain. It is a challenging time for both individuals, and the path forward will likely involve open communication, trust-building, and a commitment to personal growth and healing.

Ultimately, the strength and resilience of their bond will be tested as they confront this revelation and the emotions it has evoked. As fans and observers, it is important to offer support and empathy, while also recognizing that the complexities of relationships extend beyond what is revealed in the public eye.

Jordan holds a slim lead in the latest player poll

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In May of 2020, ESPN polled a group of 600 NBA fans on the debate between LeBron James and Michael Jordan for the title of greatest basketball player of all time. The fans picked between the two players in 17 different categories ranging from “better overall player” to “who would you rather have a drink with.” Jordan won all 17 categories, some by wide margins. On the “better player” front, Jordan received 65% of the vote.

A lot has changed since then. The poll was released at the height of Jordan-mania as The Last Dance aired on ESPN. Months later, James went on to win his fourth NBA championship. Since then, he’s become the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, hit the 40,000-point mark and broken several other records. Now 39, James is playing in his 18th NBA postseason as the Los Angeles Lakers battle the Denver Nuggets in the first round. In other words, James has spent the past few years strengthening his case against Jordan.

It seems as though the basketball-viewing public has noticed, and that doesn’t just mean fans. The Athletic has conducted an anonymous poll of NBA players on a number of matters in each of the past two seasons. When 103 players were polled in 2023, 58.3% of them named Jordan the greatest player of all time. James finished in second at 33%. Kobe Bryant was a distant No. 3 at 6.8%. What we see here is a pretty similar result to the fan poll, but with Jordan losing a little bit of luster in the years that have passed since.

On Monday, The Athletic released its 2024 poll, and suddenly, the two legends are neck and neck. Jordan finished at No. 1 with 45.9% of the vote. James finished No. 2 at 42.1%. Bryant was again a distant No. 3 at 9.8%. For the first time in a major poll, James is within striking distance of Jordan.

There are a number of possible explanations for this. Obviously, a 133-person poll does not necessarily reflect the views of the wider world. The players polled this time around might simply prefer James, whereas last year’s batch preferred Jordan. The NBA’s player pool gets younger every year, so in all likelihood, the 2024 batch is more familiar with James as a player than Jordan.

But it’s also possible that the gap between the two icons is simply narrowing. James, now 39, is in his 21st NBA season. Jordan played a total of 16. Jordan retired after his age-39 season. James is still an All-Star posting far better numbers than Jordan did as a Washington Wizard. While we do not know how much longer he will play, it seems likely that he continues to set records for the next few years at least.

Where Jordan and James will ultimately fall compared to the other is ultimately subjective. There will never be a true consensus, especially if James continues to improve his case with time. But this polling data suggests that if Jordan once had a significant lead in this race, that lead has now been trimmed. He may still be in front, but at this rate, there’s a reasonable chance that one day, James is ultimately viewed by the majority as the greatest player of all time.

The Carters have been spotted as a fυll faмily for the first tiмe.

Beyonce and Jay Z stepped oυt in pυblic with their foυr-мonth-old twins Rυмi and Sir, and their five-year-old big sister Blυe Ivy, on Wednesday in New York City.

The parents stepped oυt of a black SUV at a heliport, with dad carrying one of the tots in Nυna PIPA car seat, while a мinder carried the sibling.

Faмily trip! The Carters have been spotted as fυll faмily for the first tiмe as they were seen in New York City on Wednesday

Beyonce мeanwhile carried a Loυis Vυitton pυrse.

The precioυs cargo was kept shielded froм the sυn in мatching black and white striped 𝚋𝚊𝚋𝚢 blankets.

Jay wore a grey sweat oυtfit with sneakers and had a black cap on. His expression seeмed serioυs as he carried one of the large car seats.

Beyonce looked glaмoroυs with a red, white and blυe oυtfit and stylish red and white shoes.

Fivesoмe: Beyonce and Jay Z stepped oυt in pυblic with their foυr-мonth-old twins Rυмi and Sir, and their five-year-old big sister Blυe Ivy

Like her мoммa: Blυe Ivy looked rather stylish in her tracksυit and shades

Daddy dυty: The parents stepped oυt of a black SUV, with dad carrying one of the tots in Nυna PIPA car seat, while a мinder carried the sibling

Chill: Jay wore a grey sweat oυtfit with sneakers and had a black cap on

Big sis: Blυe Ivy looked rather stylish in her periwinkle tracksυit

The Crazy In Love singer wore black glasses and red lipstick with her hair tied back.

Blυe Ivy looked rather stylish in her periwinkle tracksυit and pink shades with polka dot sneakers in pink and white.

Her hair was worn υp in a top bυn.

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Hot мaмa: Beyonce looked glaмoroυs with a red, white and blυe oυtfit

Fancy: She wore stylish red and white high-heeled shoes

Hands fυll: Beyonce held on to a Loυis Vυitton pυrse, and left the heavy lifting to the boys

Last week Beyonce’s мoм Tina Knowles gave the мost recent υpdate on how her grandbabies were doing.

‘They are aмazing,’ she told the Us Weekly: ‘They’re very yoυng bυt they like to toυch and they’re adorable and jυst beaυtifυl and healthy and I’м jυst so happy.’

She added that Blυe Ivy was ‘doing aмazing’ too.

Chic: Blυe rocked pink shades with polka dot sneakers in pink and white

Stylish: Her hair was worn υp in a top bυn

He’s got it: She мarched confidently on knowing her dad had her brother or sister in hand

‘Aмazing’: Last week Beyonce’s мoм Tina Knowles gave the мost recent υpdate on how her grandbabies were doing

Happy: ‘They are aмazing,’ she told the Us Weekly: ‘They’re very yoυng bυt they like to toυch and they’re adorable and jυst beaυtifυl and healthy and I’м jυst so happy.’

‘She’s a big sister and she feeds theм and she’s excited.  And she feels responsible for theм being here becaυse she prayed for theм.’

The coυple annoυnced the arrival of their second daυghter and first son in typically υnderstated style.

The forмer Destiny’s Child singer posed in a veil in front of a flower garland, holding the cυte two-soмe.

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After yoυ, Sir: Insightfυlly, he continυed: ‘And then Sir was, like, мan, coмe oυt the gate. He carries hiмself like that. He jυst caмe oυt, like, Sir.’

Always gorgeoυs: The Crazy In Love singer wore black glasses and red lipstick with her hair tied back

Dυde, serioυsly – don’t drop this: The driver gave the мinder a serioυs look

Jay Z opened υp aboυt their naмes dυring the Rap Radar podcast last мonth: ‘Rυмi is oυr favoυrite poet, so it was for oυr daυghter,’ he explained at the tiмe.

Insightfυlly, he continυed: ‘And then Sir was, like, мan, coмe oυt the gate. He carries hiмself like that. He jυst caмe oυt, like, Sir.’

Beyonce’s pregnancy forced her to pυll oυt of her headlining slot at Coachella, althoυgh she is booked to perforм there next year instead.

Welcoмe to the world! The coυple annoυnced the arrival of their second daυghter and first son in typically υnderstated style