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☆ Inside the NBA arena that’s trying to change how fans cheer
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-06 | by ( Andrew Greif | Andrew Greif Is A Freelance Sports Journalist. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +8 min

Intuit Dome wants to rewire fans’ habits and change the way they’re used to rooting for the home team. “It feels kind of like an NBA Disneyland, versus [Crypto.com Arena, the Clippers’ former home, shared with the Los Angeles Lakers] where it’s a multiteam, multisport arena,” said Oscar Burrows-Rangel, a longtime Clippers fan. Just as unique, however, are the design choices that earn less attention but also affect the customer experience, said longtime Clippers fans who attended the Oct. 23 regular-season opener, against Phoenix. He has said the number of toilets and urinals is three times the number in the average NBA arena. One of the most significant elements about watching a Clippers game that Ballmer aims to change involves what is heard, and what isn’t, in other parts of the building.

Persons: Steve Ballmer, Ballmer, Gary Coronado, ”, Oscar Burrows, Rangel, Ryan Sun, James Harden, Ivica Zubac, ” Burrows, Erica Okeith, ” Okeith, Kirby Lee, Kevin Durant, Okeith, Jason Holzgang, Holzgang, ‘, checkouts, Daniel Albitres, Albitres, “, ” Albitres Organizations: Intuit Dome, Los Angeles Clippers, Microsoft, Clippers, Los Angeles Times, Getty, NBA, Intuit, Los Angeles Lakers, longtime Clippers, Phoenix Suns, Farm, Phoenix, AP, Xbox, Los Angeles Sports Arena, AP Suns, Crypto.com, Suns Locations: INGLEWOOD, Calif, —, Arizona, Atlanta, The, Golden State , New York, Boston

We've compiled everything you need to know about where to watch Warriors vs. Celtics live streams. Whether you're rooting for the Warriors or Celtics, we'll make sure you can tune into tonight's nationally broadcast game. Where to watch Warriors vs. Celtics in the USThe Golden State Warriors vs. Boston Celtics game will air on ESPN in the United States. Check price at FuboWhere to watch Warriors vs. Celtics from anywhereIf you're traveling away from home right now, you can still access your usual viewing options with the help of a VPN. Check price at ExpressVPNWhere to watch Warriors vs. Celtics with a VPNSign up for a VPN if you don't have one.

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☆ 76ers center Joel Embiid suspended three games for shoving reporter
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-05 | by ( Rohan Nadkarni | Rohan Nadkarni Is A Sports Reporter For Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +2 min

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid has been suspended three games for shoving a member of the media, the NBA announced Tuesday. Embiid got into an altercation with Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Marcus Hayes after the 76ers’ loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday. On Oct. 23, Hayes wrote a column critical of Embiid when Philadelphia revealed that Embiid would not be ready to play at the start of the season. In the column, Hayes referred to Embiid’s son, Arthur, as well as his late brother, whom Arthur is named after. The 76ers are 1-5 in six games without Embiid so far this season.

Persons: Joel Embiid, Embiid, hasn’t, Marcus Hayes, Hayes, Embiid’s, Arthur, “, ” Embiid, Marcus, I’ve, ” Hayes, “ You’re, I’m, ” Joe Dumars, Joel Organizations: Philadelphia 76ers, NBA, Philadelphia, 76ers, Memphis Grizzlies, Embiid, Los Angeles Clippers, “ Locations: Embiid, Philadelphia

☆ Spurs coach Gregg Popovich out indefinitely with health issue
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-04 | by ( Rohan Nadkarni | Rohan Nadkarni Is A Sports Reporter For Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +1 min

San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich will miss an indefinite number of games after suffering a “health issue” on Saturday, ESPN and the Associated Press reported. The Spurs have not announced what the health issue is for Popovich. He’s just not feeling well.”Popovich, 75, is in his 29th season as San Antonio’s head coach. The longest-tenured head coach in the NBA, Popovich is also the league’s all-time wins leader with 1,391. “Mitch did a great job, man,” San Antonio point guard Chris Paul said Saturday.

Persons: Gregg Popovich, Mitch Johnson, Popovich, ESPN’s Shams, “, Johnson, ” Johnson, He’s, ” Popovich, “ Mitch, ”, Chris Paul, it’s, Mitch Organizations: San Antonio Spurs, ESPN, Associated Press, Minnesota Timberwolves, Spurs, Timberwolves, NBA Locations: Antonio’s, ” San Antonio

☆ 76ers’ Joel Embiid reportedly shoves columnist in locker room after game
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-03 | by ( Rohan Nadkarni | Rohan Nadkarni Is A Sports Reporter For Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +2 min

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid shoved a newspaper columnist during an altercation Saturday, according to multiple reports. The altercation happened in the 76ers’ locker room after the team’s 124-107 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday, according to multiple reporters who were in the locker room for a postgame media availability. Embiid reportedly shoved Marcus Hayes, a columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer. In his column, Hayes mentioned Embiid’s son and late brother as reasons for why Embiid should start playing. Before the current season, Embiid said in an effort to help preserve his knees — which have both required surgery in the past — he would “probably never” play in back-to-back games again in his career.

Persons: Joel Embiid, Marcus Hayes, Hayes, Embiid, Embiid’s, he’s, “, ” Embiid, Marcus, I’ve, Kyle Neubeck, Ben Golliver Organizations: Philadelphia 76ers, 76ers, Memphis Grizzlies, Philadelphia Inquirer, Sports, Sixers, NBA, Philadelphia Locations: Washington

☆ 76ers’ Embiid reportedly ‘shoves’ reporter after loss; NBA commences investigation
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-03 | by ( Homero De La Fuente | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —The National Basketball Association is investigating reports that Philadelphia 76ers star center Joel Embiid “shoved” a columnist following the team’s loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday night. A visibly angry Embiid confronted Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Marcus Hayes as reporters entered the Sixers locker room, according to the Associated Press. Embiid reportedly continued mouthing at Hayes, who eventually offered an apology to the 76ers center. CNN has reached out to the Philadelphia 76ers, Embiid’s agent and the Philadelphia Inquirer but did not immediately hear back. “This poor conditioning apparently seems to have delayed his debut this season.”Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid, top left, watches from the bench during the 76ers' game.

Persons: Joel Embiid “, ”, Embiid, Marcus Hayes, Hayes, Arthur, “, ” Embiid, mouthing, Hayes ’, Hayes interjected, “ Joel Embiid, ” Hayes, Joel Embiid, Matt Slocum, ’, Marcus, I’ve, Daryl Morey, Nick Nurse, Paul George Organizations: CNN, National Basketball Association, Philadelphia 76ers, Memphis Grizzlies, Philadelphia, Sixers, Associated Press, AP, 76ers, NBA, Philadelphia Inquirer, ” Philadelphia 76ers Locations: Hayes

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris' differing styles were on full display during dueling rallies Friday night in Milwaukee, the largest city in one of the nation’s most important swing states. Early in his speech, Trump gave a shout-out to Milwaukee Bucks’ star player, Giannis Antetokounmpo, who was born in Greece. As Trump has stoked new controversy with his recent comments about Republican former Rep. Liz Cheney, Harris again emphasized that she would listen to people who disagree with her. Harris continued to flex her star appeal, featuring musical artist Cardi B at her Milwaukee rally. “Thrilled to be back in this beautiful state,” Trump said.

Persons: Donald Trump, Kamala Harris, Harris, Trump, Giannis Antetokounmpo, mused, “, ” Trump, It’s, stewing, Liz Cheney, I’ll, ” Harris, Cheney, Tucker Carlson, Nikki Haley, Robert F, Kennedy Jr, Bobby, Kennedy, Cardi, Joe Biden, ”, Brett Favre, Favre Organizations: Milwaukee Bucks, Republican, NBA, Fair, Trump, Trump Republicans, Democrats, South Carolina Gov, Reading, Republicans, Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Locations: Milwaukee, Wisconsin's, Greece, Wisconsin, Green Bay, Mississippi, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Arizona , Nevada, North Carolina

☆ Why Wall Street is skeptical about Comcast's proposal to ditch its cable networks and pair Peacock with a competitor
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-01 | by ( James Faris | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Comcast's Mike Cavanagh said the company will explore ditching its cable networks. AdvertisementComcast said this week it might separate from its cable networks and marry off its streaming service. Mike Cavanagh, Comcast's president, floated the idea Thursday of spinning out cable networks like CNBC and MSNBC into a new firm while holding on to NBC. Several industry analysts said that Comcast could increase its valuation by divorcing itself from its declining cable networks, as it would help emphasize its burgeoning streaming business. "The cable networks likely have little value on their own.

Persons: Comcast's Mike Cavanagh, Peacock, —, Mike Cavanagh, Cavanagh, Jessica Reif Ehrlich, isn't, John Hodulik, Craig Moffett, Moffett, Insider's Peter Kafka, Michael Hodel, Tim Nollen, Rich Greenfield, Greenfield, it's, David Zaslav, WBD, NBCU, Brandon Katz, Max, Katz Organizations: Wall Street, Service, Comcast, CNBC, MSNBC, NBC, Disney, ABC, Bank of America, Warner Bros, UBS, Morningstar, Lightshed Partners, Starz, WBD's, NBA, Paramount, Max Locations: MoffettNathanson, USA

☆ Victor Wembanyama achieves rare ‘5x5’ line for the second time in his career and more from around the NBA
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-01 | by ( Matias Grez | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

CNN —Victor Wembanyama recorded the second 5x5 game of his career on Thursday to power the San Antonio Spurs to a 106-88 victory over the Utah Jazz. Wembanyama finished with 25 points, nine rebounds, seven assists, five steals and five blocks, becoming just the third player in NBA history with multiple 5x5 games after Hakeem Olajuwon and Andrei Kirilenko. A 5x5 line, a very rare occurrence in the NBA, requires a player to record at least five of a stat in five separate categories, such as points, rebounds, assists, etc. Ja Morant records triple-double in Grizzlies winMorant led the Grizzlies past a struggling Bucks team. Morant recorded 26 points, 10 rebounds and 14 assists, including an incredible seated alley-oop pass for a Santi Aldama dunk in the second quarter.

Persons: CNN — Victor Wembanyama, Wembanyama, Hakeem Olajuwon, Andrei Kirilenko, Olajuwon, ” Wembanyama, Tom Osborn, ”, Chris Paul, Collin Sexton, Ja Morant, Morant, Wes Hale, Santi, ” Morant, he’d, ” Aldama, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard’s, Lillard, Doc Rivers, Adrian Griffin, ” Rivers, Clippers Booker, Mark J, Terrill, Devin Booker, Royce O’Neale, Kevin Durant, It’s, James Harden, Norman Powell, Ivica Zubac, Paolo Banchero, Banchero, LeBron James Organizations: CNN, San Antonio Spurs, Utah Jazz, NBA, Los Angeles Lakers, San Antonio Express, Spurs, Jazz, Grizzlies, Bucks, Memphis Grizzlies, Milwaukee Bucks, Philadelphia 76ers, Suns, Clippers, Phoenix Suns, Los Angeles Clippers, LA, Orlando Magic, Chicago Bulls, Indiana Pacers, Utah Jazz Milwaukee Bucks, Memphis Grizzlies Phoenix Suns, Los Angeles Clippers Houston Rockets, Dallas Mavericks Locations: Memphis

☆ CNBC Sport: ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro on the most important bet in media
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-31 | by ( Alex Sherman | In Alex-Sherman | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +19 min

ESPN President Jimmy Pitaro , who I spoke with this week in an exclusive interview, doesn't shy away from that. Other media companies buy sports rights too, but ESPN buys more, and its entire existence is predicated on it. Yes, ESPN+ has existed since 2018, but ESPN+ has always been ESPN Lite, as I discussed in a CNBC documentary we put out earlier this year. "If that deal delivers for us in terms of growing our ratings, growing our reach – we got Flagship rights. "If that deal delivers for us in terms of growing our ratings, growing our reach – we got Flagship rights.

Persons: Alex Sherman, Jimmy Pitaro, doesn't, Pitaro, That's, it's, There's, Pitaro hasn't, Venu, Fubo, –, He's, Shams Charania, Pat McAfee, he's, Zach Lowe, Max Kellerman, Suzy Kolber, Robert Griffin III, Steve Young, Jalen Rose, We're, Alex, you've, Morgan, Cooper Flagg, Flagg, CNBC's Jess Golden, hasn't, Erik, Hag, Ruud van Nistelrooy, Ruben Amorim, Shohei, — Dwyane Wade, Wade, Michelangelo's David, Dwyane Wade Organizations: CNBC, ESPN, Walt Disney Company, Cable, Warner Bros . Discovery, Paramount Global, Disney, ESPN –, Monday, Football, NBA, WNBA, NHL, MLB, College Football, ACC, Masters, Wimbledon, UFC, Revenue, Flagship, CNBC Sport, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, Gatorade, Manchester United, archrival Manchester City, English Premier League, Sky Sports News, Los Angeles Dodgers, Major League Baseball, Kaseya, Union of European Football Associations, The, Pickleball, CBS, Fox Sports, December's APP, ESPN Headquarters, Washington Post, The Washington Post Locations: Duke, Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta, Portuguese, Japan, Miami, Europe, Fort Lauderdale , Florida

☆ Wealthy sports fans can now put money into investments tied to their favorite leagues
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-31 | by ( Kelly Cloonan | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

High-net-worth sports fans can now invest in an index of companies tied to their favorite league. AdvertisementSports fans with money to spare can now reap returns from their favorite leagues thanks to a new investment offering from Morgan Stanley. The Parametric Custom Core Sports League strategy is a portfolio that allows high-net-worth fans to invest a minimum of $250,000 in an index of companies tied to major sports leagues. The offering involves 13 of the biggest sports leagues, from the NFL and NBA to the US Open and Formula 1. Last year, Goldman Sachs unveiled a new unit of dealmakers to pitch investments in teams and stadiums to wealthy clients.

Persons: Morgan Stanley, —, Sandra Richards, Morgan Stanley's, Richards, Marc Lasry, Steve Cohen, Goldman Sachs Organizations: Wall, Service, League, NFL, NBA, US, Women's, Morgan Stanley's Global Sports, Entertainment Division, CNBC, Nielsen Sports, Sports, PGA, Yankees, Citi, JPMorgan

☆ Bronny James scores first points of his NBA career, 21 years and one day after LeBron’s first in the league
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-31 | by ( Matias Grez | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

Lakers head coach JJ Reddick finally obliged and put Bronny into game in the fourth quarter to a loud ovation from the Cleveland crowd. With just over two minutes remaining, the younger James gave the crowd the moment they had been waiting for and scored his first career NBA points with a step-back jump shot. The pair made history on the opening day of the season when they became the first father-son duo to appear together in an NBA game. It was a special moment for me for sure.”It was fitting James' first points came against his hometown team. Lynne Sladky/APJalen Brunson had 22 points and nine assists for the Knicks, while Josh Hart had a double-double with 10 points and 14 rebounds.

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Keep reading to learn how to watch Celtics vs. Pacers live streams from anywhere. What channel is the Celtics vs. Pacers game on? The Celtics vs. Pacers game will air on ESPN in the United States. How to watch Celtics vs. Pacers in the USIf you don't have access to ESPN through cable, there are several ways to live stream the network. Check price at ExpressVPNHow to watch Celtics vs. Pacers with a VPNSign up for a VPN if you don't have one.

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☆ Former Avenue Capital employee in a legal fight with billionaire boss Marc Lasry claims she was offered $5 million to 'settle without an attorney'
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-30 | by ( Bradley Saacks | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

A former Avenue Capital fundraiser claims Marc Lasry offered her a $5 million settlement in May. Earlier this month, Lasry filed a lawsuit against Gina Strum, claiming she was trying to extort $50 million. AdvertisementBillionaire Avenue Capital cofounder Marc Lasry offered a former female employee who accused him of years of sexual harassment a $5 million settlement in May, according to new legal filings from Gina Strum's lawyers. The suit included texts and emails from Strum that Lasry's legal team said demonstrated Strum's obsession with her billionaire boss. AdvertisementDays after Lasry filed his suit, Strum responded with her own lawsuit, claiming years of sexual harassment and unwanted touching from Lasry.

Persons: Marc Lasry, Lasry, Gina Strum, —, Gina Strum's, Plaintiff Lasry, doesn't, Strum, CK, Marc Lasry's, Hoffler Organizations: Capital, Service, Milwaukee Bucks, Democratic, Strum Locations: New York

☆ Nikola Jokić becomes only second NBA player ever – and first in 62 years – to record historic milestone and more from Tuesday in the NBA
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-30 | by ( Matias Grez | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

The only player previously to reach those totals in a game was Oscar Robertson, who did it twice in 1962. In total, four Nuggets players hit the 20-point mark and six scored in double figures. The Nuggets have now played in two straight OT games on back-to-back nights after Monday night’s win over the Toronto Raptors. The Slovenian finished with 24 points, eight rebounds and eight assists, while backcourt partner Kyrie Irving had 35 points, four rebounds and five assists. Warriors win without injured Steph CurryThe Golden State Warriors rallied from a 20-point deficit in the first half to earn a big 124-106 win over the New Orleans Pelicans without injured star Steph Curry.

Persons: Nikola, Jokić, Oscar Robertson, Aaron Gordon, Jamal Murray, Russell Westbrook, “ It’s, it’s, ” Jokić, Dennis Schröder, Cam Thomas, Cameron Johnson, Luka Dončić, Dončić, Irving, David Berding, “, ” Dončić, Karl, Anthony Towns, Julius Randle, Donte, Anthony Edwards, Randle, Steph Curry, Andrew Wiggins, Buddy Hield, Lindy Waters, Henderson, Steve Kerr, Waters, “ I’ve, ” Kerr, It’s, ” Curry, Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram Organizations: CNN, Denver Nuggets, Brooklyn Nets, Nuggets, night’s, Toronto Raptors, Nets, Seven Nets, Mavericks, Timberwolves Minnesota Timberwolves, Dallas Mavericks, Timberwolves, Western, ESPN, Warriors, Golden State Warriors, New Orleans Pelicans, The Warriors, Getty, Clippers, Pelicans, Golden State, Brooklyn Nets Dallas Mavericks, Minnesota Timberwolves New Orleans Pelicans, Golden State Warriors Sacramento Kings, Utah Jazz Locations: Brooklyn, Slovenian, absense

☆ Gaming giant Take-Two is in talks to sell its Chartboost adtech division
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-30 | by ( Lara O'Reilly | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Take-Two Interactive is in talks to sell its adtech division Chartboost. AdvertisementTake-Two Interactive, the video games giant behind franchises like "NBA 2K24" and "Grand Theft Auto," is in talks to sell its adtech division Chartboost. Adtech companies AppLovin and LoopMe have emerged as potential buyers for the Chartboost assets, the people said. AdvertisementTake-Two acquired Chartboost through its 2022 $12.7 billion purchase of the mobile gaming company Zynga. AppLovin offers a similar, but larger, business to Chartboost — offering developers adtech to make money from their mobile games and find new users.

Persons: —, LoopMe, AppLovin, It's, Maggie Mesa, LUMA Organizations: AAA, Service, Business, Zynga, Mayfair Equity Partners, LUMA Partners Locations: FarmVille, Chartboost

☆ How this blind soccer league is changing lives in the world’s newest country: ‘A disability is not inability’
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-29 | by ( Samuel Joseph | Sam Joseph | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +10 min

Jimmy Just Augustin, who captains the competition’s Kator Blind Football Club, had never even heard of blind soccer before he was introduced to it. He told CNN about what it means to him to set an example for other people with disabilities in South Sudan. The International Blind Sports Association (IBSA) made blind soccer one of its official sports in 1996 and it has been a men’s Paralympic event since 2004. Finding the lightAfter decades of civil war, South Sudan gained independence from Sudan in 2011 following a referendum, making it the world’s newest widely-recognized state. Success at this tournament could potentially give the country a route into the World Blind Football Championships.

Persons: Jimmy Just Augustin, Augustin, “ Messi ” –, –, “, …, ”, “ I’ve, I’ve, Natalie Plhak, Simon Madol, Madol, it’s Organizations: CNN, NBA, Bright Stars, South Sudan’s Blind Premier League, Light, “, Blind Football Club, CNN Sport, University of Juba, Soccer, Blind Sports Association, Argentina, United Nations, UN, Refugee Agency, Displaced, Blind Premier League, Blind Football African Locations: Sudan, South, South Sudan, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, Uganda, Juba, “, Spanish, France, Paris, Brazil, Colombia, Africa, Somalia

☆ Gatorade signs Duke basketball's Cooper Flagg to NIL deal
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-29 | by ( Jake Piazza | In | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

First-year Duke men's basketball player Cooper Flagg has agreed to a name, image and likeness deal with PepsiCo -owned Gatorade, according to a Tuesday announcement. As part of the deal, Gatorade will use Flagg in its marketing. Since the approval of NIL deals, college athletes have been able to capitalize on endorsement deals in ways they never could before. Players like Flagg, a highly touted prospect and likely NBA star, have been able to net NIL deals, some of them reportedly worth millions of dollars. Flagg has inked his NIL deals all before playing in a college basketball game that counts toward a season record.

Persons: Cooper Flagg, Duke men's, Flagg, it's, of Connecticut's Paige Bueckers, JuJu Watkins, Colorado's Shedeur Sanders, Cooper, Jeff Kearney Organizations: Duke Blue Devils, Arizona State Sun Devils, Cameron Indoor, Gatorade, PepsiCo, women's, of, University of Southern, Duke, Maine Locations: Durham , North Carolina

The Miami Heat honored Dwyane Wade by unveiling a statue of the basketball legend outside the Kaseya Center in Miami, sealing his legacy with the team and making him the first Heat player with a statue outside the arena. In comments after the unveiling, Wade said he never expected this moment. “The Miami Heat should’ve had a contest where they showed this picture to 1,000 fans — and anyone who guesses it’s Dwyane Wade gets to keep the statue,” Jeff Darlington, a reporter for ESPN, joked on X. Wade is one of two players to have been on all three Miami Heat teams that won NBA championships, according to the NBA. At Sunday's unveiling, Wade was grateful, thanking fans for following his career and adding after the statue reveal, "I believe I gave you guys something set in stone to hold on to."

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☆ ‘We don’t have to pretend’: Statue in honor of NBA legend raises eyebrows
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-28 | by ( Jackie Castillo | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: 1 min

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☆ Dwyane Wade’s new statue goes viral after Miami Heat unveiling and more from around the NBA on Sunday
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-28 | by ( Matias Grez | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

CNN —Dwyane Wade’s status as a Miami Heat legend was further cemented on Sunday as the franchise unveiled an eight-foot statue of the three-time NBA champion. The 42-year-old played 16 seasons in the NBA and was selected as an All-Star 13 times before retiring in 2019. One comment on an Instagram video of the unveiling said that the statue better resembled Laurence Fishburne as ’Morpheus’ from the movie ‘The Matrix’ than Wade. Fans criticized the likeness of the statue although Wade himself didn't seem too bothered and was relishing the moment. Tyrese Haliburton led the way for the Pacers with 22 points but still looks a long way off last season’s form.

Persons: Wade, “, ” Wade, Cristiano Ronaldo, Laurence Fishburne, Morpheus ’, Will Manso, didn't, Michael Laughlin, ”, we’re, Miami’s, Steph Curry, Curry, Steve Kerr, “ He’s, ” Kerr, ” Curry, Andrew Wiggins, Nic Coury, James Harden, Ivica Zubac, Tyrese Maxey, Tyrese Haliburton, Maxey, Philly, Joel Embiid, Paul George Organizations: CNN, Dwyane, Miami Heat, Chicago Bulls, NBA, Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, Madeira Airport, Twitter, Heat, Detroit Pistons, Warriors, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, AP, Clippers, Sixers, Philadelphia 76ers, Indiana Pacers, Pacers, Indiana Pacers Los Angeles Clippers, Golden State Warriors Milwaukee Bucks, Brooklyn Nets New Orleans Pelicans, Portland Trail Blazers Atlanta Hawks, Oklahoma City Thunder Locations: Wade

☆ Harris makes final push to close gap with male voters
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-27 | by ( Aaron Pellish | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

The ads are part of an effort to energize male voters as Harris seeks to narrow the gender gap in support for her and for former President Donald Trump. A CNN national poll of likely voters released on Friday found Trump has the support of 51% of men compared with Harris’ 45% support among male voters. Tim Walz, are continuing their outreach to male voters with campaign events, interviews and digital media content. Do I look like a country club kind of guy?”The Trump campaign has also made a point of courting male voters. Harris campaign spokesperson Ian Sams said in an MSNBC interview on Thursday that the Harris campaign has been in touch with Rogan but an interview has not been scheduled.

Persons: Kamala Harris, Trump, Harris, Donald Trump, Tim Walz, Walz, Alexandria Ocasio, Cortez, Shannon Sharpe’s, Stephen Jackson, Matt Barnes, Doc Rivers, ”, Milwaukee, Donald, We’re, Philly, Chris, “ Donald Trump, “, Joe Rogan, Ian Sams, Rogan, Michelle Obama Organizations: CNN, Pittsburgh Steelers, Minnesota Gov, Madden NFL, New York Rep, NFL, NBA, Harvard, Trump, Milwaukee Bucks, Republican National Convention, Pittsburgh Locations: Milwaukee , Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Alexandria, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Milwaukee, Michigan, Kalamazoo , Michigan

TAMPA, Fla. — South Florida coach Amir Abdur-Rahim, who led the Bulls to the American Athletic Conference’s regular-season championship a year ago, has died, the school announced Thursday. “Coach Abdur-Rahim leaves a lasting impact on our student-athletes, the university and the community. His 2022-23 team at Kennesaw State went 26-9 and made the NCAA Tournament, earning him the shot to coach at USF. He once quipped he “had no clue” what he was doing during his first season as a head coach, when Kennesaw State won just once. “Throughout my time working with coach Abdur-Rahim, I was continually inspired by his leadership, and truly admired his sincere approach to connecting with our entire student body,” Law said.

Persons: Amir Abdur, Rahim, Michael Kelly, Abdur, ” Abdur, “, Rhea Law, Law, Edward Waters, ” George Washington, Chris Caputo, “ Amir, Shareef Abdur, Alex Golesh, Arianne, Dan Gavitt, ” “ Amir, ” Gavitt, Tim Pernetti, Rahim “, ” “, Amir, ” Pernetti Organizations: Bulls, American Athletic, Bulls Nation, USF, Kennesaw State, NCAA, The Bulls, NIT, Associated Press, AAC, G League, ” USF, South Locations: TAMPA, Fla, — South Florida, Tampa, “, Kennesaw, Florida, Jacksonville, South Florida

☆ Luka Dončić and the Dallas Mavericks cruise past Victor Wembanyama’s San Antonio Spurs
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-25 | by ( Matias Grez | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

CNN —Luka Dončić and Klay Thompson combined impressively in only their first game together to lead the Dallas Mavericks over the San Antonio Spurs 120-106 in the latest edition of the I-35 Rivalry. French phenom Victor Wembanyama had a tough night for the Spurs, scoring just 17 points while shooting a paltry 27.8% from the floor. On his San Antonio debut, veteran point guard Chris Paul had just three points but provided eight assists and seven rebounds. Thunder record statement win over the NuggetsShai Gilgeous-Alexander Chet Holmgren led the Thunder to an impressive win. Thursday night’s full scoresAway @ home (winners in bold)San Antonio Spurs 109-120 Dallas MavericksBoston Celtics 122-102 Washington WizardsOklahoma City Thunder 102-87 Denver NuggetsMinnesota Timberwolves 117-115 Sacramento Kings

Persons: CNN — Luka Dončić, Klay Thompson, Dončić, Thompson, ” Dončić, Dončić’s, Irving, Victor Wembanyama, Chris Paul, Brown, John McDonnell, Jaylen Brown, Jason Tatum, Tatum, –, Alex Sarr, Bub Carrington –, Jordan Poole, Jonas Valančiūnas, Nuggets Shai Gilgeous, Alexander Chet Holmgren, Ron Chenoy, Reuters Shai Gilgeous, Alexander, Chet Holmgren, Holmgren, Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray, Russell Westbrook, ”, De’Anthony Melton Organizations: CNN —, Dallas Mavericks, San Antonio Spurs, Slovenian, NBA, Dallas, Golden State Warriors, ESPN, “, Spurs, San Antonio, Celtics, Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, Washington Wizards, Wizards, Washington, Nuggets, Thunder, USA, Sports, Reuters, Oklahoma City Thunder, Denver Nuggets, Portland Trail Blazers, Warriors, Golden State, Dallas Mavericks Boston Celtics, Washington Wizards Oklahoma City Thunder, Denver Nuggets Minnesota Timberwolves, Sacramento Kings Locations: Portland

☆ Why Starbucks, Nike and Boeing are looking for a time machine
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-25 | by ( Allison Morrow | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

New York CNN —Three quintessentially American companies — Starbucks, Nike and Boeing — share a common predicament at the moment. Brian Niccol took the reins last month, leaving the top job at Chipotle to become Starbucks’ third CEO in three years. Boeing Boeing Boeing…. Like Nike and Starbucks, Boeing is looking to its past self to guide its future. And Boeing won’t be able to build the time machine it so desperately needs without the 33,000 machinists currently on strike.

Persons: CNN Business ’, Brian Niccol, Niccol, God —, ”, I’ve, we’ve, Nicolas Asfouri, it’s, Elliott Hill, Kelly Ortberg, who’ve Organizations: CNN Business, New York CNN, Starbucks, Nike, Boeing, Getty, NBA, WNBA, Boeing Boeing Boeing …, Ortberg Locations: New York, China, Chipotle, AFP

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