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EXCLUSIVE: NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo‘s new indie is forging a documentary about the longest-serving British player in NFL history, who was a victim of human trafficking.

Jason Kelce is celebrating his retirement with a night out with his brother!

Donda Academy is back after a rebrand amid lawsuits and controversy!

CONCACAF W Gold Cup has its semi finalists. After games kicked off on late February, four teams have emerged victorious: Brazil, Mexico, Canada and The US. The upcoming matches will take place within the next couple of days, paving the way for the winners of the W Gold Cup, the first tournament of its kind in the sports’ history.

Alex Ritman “Handle With Care: The Legend of the Notic Streetball Crew,” a documentary chronicling the rise, fall and rebirth of Canadian streetball collective The Notic, has been acquired by Gravitas Ventures, which has picked up worldwide rights and set a March 26 release date. Gravitas — an Anthem Sports & Entertainment Company — has also unveiled a new trailer for the film, which was nominated for three Canadian Screen Awards, made its world premiere at the Vancouver International Film Festival and won the True North Audience Award and the Best BC Film Award.

The series premiere of CBS original Elsbeth aired last week, but the second episode won’t be airing until April.

Caitlin Clark has made history!

LeBron James keeps making history!

Sydney Sweeney paid homage to her birth year with a Saturday Night Live sketch inspired by an iconic Disney movie.

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Selection Sunday, the official kick-off of March Madness, takes place on March 17, which means there’s more than a couple weeks left of conference play before the 68 teams battle it out during the highly anticipated NCAA tournament. College basketball broadcasts are spread out across many channels including ESPN, CBS Sports, TNT and FOX Sports.

Julia Lemigova is slamming co-star Larsa Pippen‘s boyfriend Marcus Jordan after a tense Real Housewives of Miami reunion.

There is a LOT you can say about Tristan Thompson, but one thing that has never been in question is how much he loves his brother! After his mother Andrea died suddenly and unexpectedly in January 2023, the NBA star stepped up to take care of his little brother Amari.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Adam McKay’s Hyperobject Industries has set up “Jockular,” a podcast from three queer best friends Katie Kershaw, Tien Tran and E.R. Fightmaster — who, along with their guests, will discuss all things queer, trans and women-forward in the world of sports. “Jockular” will dispense “equal doses of sports commentary, cultural criticism and light-hearted gossip,” per Hyperobject Industries, spanning sports including collegiate basketball, professional soccer and “power slapping” (which, weirdly, is an actual thing).

Shane Gillis is known for his Donald Trump impersonations on stage, and he brought the character to his hosting debut on Saturday Night Live.

William Earl administrator Shane Gillis brought his famous impression of former president Donald Trump to the Feb. 24 episode of “Saturday Night Live” in a faux movie trailer that took aim at the president’s new line of expensive speakers.

Tennis and basketball have helped Pep Guardiola and Manchester City to stay at the top of English football.

Rudie Obias editor If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. For Michael Jordan, he took care of business on the basketball court. It’s where he walked the walk and put his money where his mouth is, as he strived for greatness.

It’s happening!! Kendall Jenner and Devin Booker are back together!

Kendall Jenner and Devin Booker are reportedly giving love another shot.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large SPOILER ALERT: Do not read ahead if you have not watched Season 3, Episode 2 of “Ghosts,” titled “Man of Your Dreams,” which aired Feb. 22 on CBS. “Ghosts” just revealed a game changer of a storyline that could help give Jay (Utkarsh Ambudkar) more interaction with the show’s spirits. In the Season 3, Episode 2 installment “Man of Your Dreams,” viewers discovered the ghost power that Sasappis (Román Zaragoza) has been harboring: The ability to enter the dreams of the living.

Joe Otterson TV Reporter Mindy Kaling‘s new Netflix comedy series set in the world of pro basketball has added five new cast members, Variety has learned. The new cast members are: Fabrizio Guido (“Good Burger 2,” “Perry Mason,” “Mr.

Fabrizio Guido (Good Burger 2),  Toby Sandeman (Power Book III: Raising Kanan), Chet Hanks (Your Honor), Keyla Monterroso Mejia (Curb Your Enthusiasm) and Roberto Sanchez (Queen of the South) have joined the cast of Mindy Kaling‘s Netflix series, set in the world of pro basketball, starring Kate Hudson.

Adele is breaking down her iconic NBA meme!!

.After opting for a nearly at an Invictus Games event on February 14—featuring a pair of skinnies tucked into her —the continued to utilize as the foundation for three more distinct 'fits.Those boots—IYKYKBy On February 15, Markle started off the day in Whistler, Canada dressed in medium wash skinny jeans paired with brown , a striped button up, and long wool coat. You can see photos from her visit to the Mount Currie Community Centre .While this was the perfect look to take in an indoor game of wheelchair basketball, she needed to get a bit more bundled up for an afternoon at another training camp.

Charles Grice “Lefty” Driesell, a Hall of Fame coach who made Maryland into a national power, died today at 92. He died at his home in Virginia Beach, Virginia, his family said, but did not disclose the cause.

Kim Kardashian is stepping out to support her son at his basketball game.

Larsa Pippen and Marcus Jordan don’t seem to be broken up after all!

Shaq is in his Swiftie era!

Larsa Pippen and Marcus Jordan just competed on The Traitors together, but there seems to be trouble in paradise IRL.

North West is proving to be excellent at whatever interest she has. The daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West had people wowed after she was featured on her dad’s track, but it’s not the only impressive thing she did this week.

Kobe Bryant has been honored with the first of three statues that will stand in front of the Crypto.com Arena, where the Los Angeles Lakers play basketball.

Variety. The value of the deal is not yet known.“Brittney is an exceptional athlete whose hardship and resilience are nothing short of extraordinary,” Burke Magnus, the president of content at ESPN, said in a statement.

The Cleveland Cavaliers are coming off a huge win against one of the Eastern Conference’s best teams. The Orlando Magic are currently 14-7 and sit in third place in the east. With a top-three-rated defense, the Magic are not to be taken lightly, and the Cavs knew that.

Dwyane Wade and his family on Saturday.The 41-year-old was surrounded by his loved ones as he celebrated his induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame alongside top-tier athletes Dirk Nowitzki, Pau Gasol, Becky Hammon, Tony Parker, the late Jim Valvano and Gregg Popovich.Wade's support crew included his wife, Gabrielle Union; his kids, Kaavia James, 4, Zaya Wade, 16, and Zaire, 21; his nephew Dahveon Morris, 21; and his parents, Dwyane Wade Sr. and JoLinda Wade.

Stephen Curry’s NBA career speaks for itself: He’s got four championship rings and two season MVP titles, one of them the only unanimous vote in league history (2016). His rap record, however, is less proven.

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