Tracy McGrady, a former NBA player, plans to relaunch the Ones Basketball League (OBL) with a new focus on city pride. The league's upcoming season will start in Orlando and include a "Battle of the Cities" concept, where players represent different U.S. cities. McGrady also hopes to modify the style of play and envisions adding a one-on-one tournament to the NBA’s All-Star Weekend.
Key Facts
Tracy McGrady founded the Ones Basketball League (OBL) in 2022.
The OBL’s upcoming season will be held in Orlando, from May 15 to June 30.
The league introduces a "Battle of the Cities" concept with players representing cities like Orlando, Miami, and New York.
Cities were chosen with a focus on regions known for one-on-one basketball culture, starting on the East Coast.
McGrady wants to eliminate reliance on corner three-point shots in the league.
He is considering adding a one-on-one tournament to the NBA All-Star Weekend.
McGrady identified Kevin Durant, Anthony Edwards, and Jaylen Brown as players who might excel in one-on-one contests.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The article talks about a promotion by theScore Bet, offering a $1,000 bet refund for new users who register using the promo code NEWSWEEK. The promotion applies to sports bets on events, such as NBA and MLB games, allowing users to recover their initial bet in the form of bonus bets if they lose.
Key Facts
theScore Bet offers a $1,000 bet refund for new users.
Users need to register and use the promo code NEWSWEEK to qualify.
The offer is valid for NBA and MLB games, among other events.
If a user loses their first bet, the sportsbook refunds the stake as bonus bets.
Refunded bonus bets arrive within 72 hours and must be used within seven days.
The refund is split into five equal parts, each worth 20% of the original stake.
The promotion is available in states where online sports betting is legal.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Phil Mickelson, a three-time Masters champion, will not participate in this year's Masters golf tournament. He is taking a break from golf due to a family health issue. Mickelson shared that he values the tournament highly and wishes the participants well.
Key Facts
Phil Mickelson will miss the Masters tournament because of a family health issue.
Mickelson first played in the Masters in 1991 and has only missed it three times since.
He shared his decision to skip the tournament on social media.
This year's Masters will be held from April 9 to April 12.
It will be the first time since 1994 that both Mickelson and Tiger Woods are not participating.
Mickelson has won the Masters three times, ranking him among the top winners.
He missed last year's Masters after comments related to the LIV Golf project and the PGA Tour.
Mickelson recently returned to play in South Africa, finishing tied for 48th place.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The Atlanta Falcons have revealed their new uniforms for the 2026 season. The updated design returns to red as the primary home color and includes white numbers, while the road jerseys feature white with red letters. The new uniforms are available for purchase and aim to merge tradition with a modern look.
Key Facts
The Atlanta Falcons released their new 2026 uniforms.
The home jerseys are red with white numbers.
The road jerseys are white with red lettering.
Black helmets with gray facemasks are part of the new look.
The design blends traditional styles with modern elements.
The uniforms are available for purchase now on the Fanatics website.
The release marks a new chapter for the team as they prepare for 2026.
Players Bijan Robinson and Drake London are highlighted as key team members.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
WrestleMania 42 will take place over two nights at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, featuring 14 wrestling matches. Twelve matches have been confirmed, with two more yet to be announced. Saturday and Sunday will each have seven matches, concluding with two main events.
Key Facts
WrestleMania 42 will be held at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
The event is split over two nights, with seven matches each night.
12 matches have been confirmed for the event.
Two additional matches are expected to be announced.
Saturday's main event features Cody Rhodes defending his WWE championship against Randy Orton.
Sunday's main event features CM Punk defending his world heavyweight title against Roman Reigns.
One still-to-be-announced match includes Logan Paul, Austin Theory, and Darren "IShowSpeed" Watkins vs. The Usos with LA Knight.
The final match could either involve the U.S. championship or a grudge match between IYO Sky and Asuka.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The San Antonio Spurs decided not to play their star center, Victor Wembanyama, in a game against the Los Angeles Clippers to manage his injury. This will be Wembanyama's first missed game since mid-March. The Spurs have already secured a spot in the playoffs.
Key Facts
The Spurs chose to rest Victor Wembanyama for "injury management" reasons.
Wembanyama previously missed a game on March 12 against the Denver Nuggets.
After returning from that absence, he scored 32 points in a March 14 game.
The Spurs have a current record of 58 wins and 18 losses.
They are in a strong playoff position with a 10-game lead over the Los Angeles Lakers.
This season, Wembanyama has averaged 24.7 points per game.
Wembanyama is leading the league with 3.1 blocks per game.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
WWE fans have expressed dissatisfaction with how the wrestler Hayes was used during a recent storyline on the show "SmackDown." After losing the United States Championship to Sami Zayn, some fans want Hayes included in an upcoming major event match. WWE has acknowledged the criticism and is considering it.
Key Facts
Hayes lost the WWE United States Championship to Sami Zayn.
Trick Williams interfered in the match, affecting the outcome.
Fans are calling for Hayes to be added to a big match at WrestleMania 42.
WWE is aware of the fans' criticism and considering their feedback.
Hayes held the championship for three months and was praised for his matches.
Rumors of Hayes taking time off for a wedding are false; the wedding is scheduled for October.
Hayes currently does not have a match set for WrestleMania 42.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The New York Mets may consider trading for veteran pitcher Luis Severino to strengthen their team. Severino, who has played for several MLB teams, is currently with the Oakland Athletics but may be available due to his contract situation.
Key Facts
The New York Mets had a high payroll last season but missed the playoffs.
The Mets' starting pitchers faced injuries and lacked depth last season.
Luis Severino is an 11-year MLB veteran and a two-time All-Star.
Severino previously played for the New York Yankees and joined the Mets for the 2024 season.
Severino currently plays for the Oakland Athletics and signed a three-year, $67 million contract with them in 2025.
Severino can choose to leave the Athletics after this season due to a player option in his contract.
The Athletics might be open to trading Severino since he does not fit their long-term plans.
Severino had mixed performance last year with a 4.54 ERA but showed strong performance in some parts of the season.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Trevor Bauer, a former top Major League Baseball pitcher, has joined the Long Island Ducks in the Atlantic League after being suspended from MLB for two seasons. Bauer previously pitched for teams like the Los Angeles Dodgers and Cleveland Guardians but faced allegations of sexual assault, leading to his suspension.
Key Facts
Trevor Bauer was a top MLB pitcher and won the Cy Young Award in 2020.
He signed a contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2021.
Bauer faced sexual assault allegations and was suspended for the 2022 and 2023 MLB seasons.
Major League Baseball reinstated him, but no MLB team offered him a contract.
Bauer has signed a contract with the Long Island Ducks in the Atlantic League.
The Atlantic League is a professional baseball league independent of MLB.
Bauer was originally drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2011.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Sandy Alcantara, a pitcher for the Miami Marlins, has started the season strong after returning from surgery. If the Marlins fail to compete this season, they may trade him to a team like the Houston Astros, who need a pitcher. Alcantara's current performance and manageable salary make him an appealing option.
Key Facts
Sandy Alcantara is a pitcher for the Miami Marlins.
He has started the season well, not allowing any runs in his first two starts.
Alcantara had Tommy John surgery in the past, which is common for pitchers with elbow injuries.
Last season, his performance caused the Marlins to keep him despite trade talks.
The Houston Astros, a top team, are mentioned as a potential new team for Alcantara.
The Astros need a starting pitcher after losing one to another team.
Alcantara's salary could be affordable for teams looking to strengthen their pitching.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The Toronto Blue Jays are considering a trade for Byron Buxton from the Minnesota Twins. Buxton, a top player, could help strengthen the Blue Jays outfield, especially since some of their players have contracts ending soon. Buxton is under a long-term contract and has a history of strong performance when healthy.
Key Facts
The Toronto Blue Jays are exploring trade options to improve their outfield.
Byron Buxton, from the Minnesota Twins, is a potential target for the Blue Jays.
Buxton is on a seven-year, $100 million contract lasting until 2028.
The Blue Jays missed signing other star outfielders like Kyle Tucker and Cody Bellinger.
Bleacher Report mentioned the Blue Jays as a likely team to trade for Buxton.
Buxton is a two-time All-Star and has won a Gold Glove award.
Though Buxton has an injury history, he performs very well when fit.
The Blue Jays reached the World Series last year and are looking to stay competitive.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Arizona's basketball team, led by Coach Tommy Lloyd, has reached the NCAA Final Four for the first time in 25 years. Despite rumors about him possibly moving to coach for the University of North Carolina, Lloyd stated he is fully focused on his current team. UNC is searching for a new head coach after firing Hubert Davis.
Key Facts
Arizona defeated Purdue 79–64 to reach the Final Four.
Coach Tommy Lloyd is rumored to be a candidate for the head coaching job at North Carolina.
Lloyd stated he is currently focused on coaching Arizona.
North Carolina dismissed head coach Hubert Davis after five seasons.
UNC is breaking with tradition by considering candidates outside the former Tar Heels circle.
Tommy Lloyd has been successful at Arizona, including winning conference titles and earning coaching awards.
The search for UNC’s new coach intensifies during the NCAA tournament.
Arizona's future games could impact Lloyd's potential move to UNC.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Racist chants disrupted a football match between Spain and Egypt, affecting Spain's chances of hosting the 2030 World Cup final. Authorities are investigating the incident, which highlights ongoing issues of racism in Spanish football. Spain is set to cohost the World Cup with Morocco and Portugal.
Key Facts
Racist chants occurred during a match between Spain and Egypt in Barcelona.
Spain, Morocco, and Portugal will cohost the 2030 World Cup.
The location for the 2030 World Cup final is yet to be decided.
Spanish police are investigating "Islamophobic and xenophobic" chants during the match.
Lamine Yamal, a Spanish player, publicly condemned the chants.
The issue reflects ongoing racism concerns in Spanish football.
Reports show that discrimination in sports and education is present from an early age in Spain.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Barcelona's women's soccer team beat Real Madrid 6-0, advancing to the Champions League semifinals. Alexia Putellas, a standout player, contributed significantly in the game at Camp Nou. Barcelona will now face Bayern Munich in the next round.
Key Facts
Barcelona won 6-0 against Real Madrid, making a total of 12-2 over two matches.
The game took place at the rebuilt Camp Nou stadium.
Alexia Putellas scored during the game and reached her 500th appearance for Barcelona.
Caroline Graham Hansen scored twice for Barcelona.
Barcelona will play against Bayern Munich in the semifinals.
The match had 60,000 spectators, which is one of the highest audiences in the competition’s history.
Barcelona has beaten Real Madrid six times this season, scoring 25 goals while allowing only 2.
Alexia Putellas is a two-time Ballon d'Or winner and her contract ends at the season's close.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Louis Bielle-Biarrey, a 22-year-old French rugby player, was named Player of the Championship for the 2026 Men's Six Nations tournament. He helped France win the title by scoring four tries in the final game against England. Bielle-Biarrey received 44% of fan votes to win the award for the second time.
Key Facts
Louis Bielle-Biarrey plays as a winger for France's rugby team.
He won the Player of the Championship award for the 2026 Men's Six Nations.
This is the second consecutive year he has received this award.
Bielle-Biarrey scored four tries in the final game against England.
He received 44% of fan votes, with over 151,000 votes cast.
Bielle-Biarrey set a new record by scoring nine tries this season.
He ranks fifth in the all-time leading try-scorers for the championship.
Bielle-Biarrey is part of the Bordeaux Begles club team.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The Kansas City Chiefs signed Kaiir Elam, a former first-round pick by the Buffalo Bills, to strengthen their defense. This move comes after the Chiefs traded their previous top cornerback, Trent McDuffie, to the Los Angeles Rams. Elam has played for multiple NFL teams and now joins the Chiefs as they adjust their defensive lineup.
Key Facts
The Chiefs signed Kaiir Elam, a former Buffalo Bills first-round draft pick.
Elam's signing is in response to the Chiefs trading Trent McDuffie to the Los Angeles Rams.
McDuffie was traded for a significant contract of four years, $124 million.
Both Elam and McDuffie were first-round picks in the 2022 NFL Draft.
Elam has also played for the Dallas Cowboys and Tennessee Titans before joining the Chiefs.
Throughout his NFL career, Elam has achieved 114 tackles, two interceptions, and three fumble recoveries in 43 games.
He initially showed promise but faced challenges due to injuries and limited playing time.
Elam is 24 years old and hopes to make a fresh start with the Chiefs.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Kirk Cousins signed a five-year contract with the Las Vegas Raiders. He suggested that rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza might benefit from starting his career as a backup. Cousins shared experiences from other quarterbacks who started as backups before eventually achieving success.
Key Facts
Kirk Cousins signed a five-year, $172 million contract with the Las Vegas Raiders.
Fernando Mendoza, a top quarterback prospect, won the Heisman Trophy and a national championship with Indiana.
Cousins mentioned that Aaron Rodgers and Carson Palmer benefited from starting their careers as backups.
The Raiders are likely to start Cousins, allowing Mendoza to develop in the background.
Cousins discussed the challenges high-pick quarterbacks face when changing teams or systems early in their careers.
Cousins suggested that staying in the same system, like Tom Brady and Drew Brees did, can improve a quarterback's performance.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Derek Chisora made an eye-catching entrance at a London press event by arriving in an army tank with politician Nigel Farage. Chisora is preparing for a boxing match against Deontay Wilder at the O2 Arena, marking both fighters' 50th professional bouts. Farage did not attend the press event, which highlighted the upcoming fight between the two heavyweight boxers.
Key Facts
Derek Chisora arrived at a press event in a tank with Nigel Farage, who did not stay for the news conference.
Chisora will fight Deontay Wilder at London's O2 Arena on Saturday.
Both Chisora and Wilder are experienced fighters with 50 professional fights each.
Chisora declared this will be his last professional fight.
Wilder is recovering from past losses and emphasized his readiness for the fight.
The press event was marked by Chisora's lively personality and his use of strong language.
Wilder has experienced a dip in form, having lost four of his last six fights.
There was a strong security presence at the event, which took place at York Hall in London.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The NBA has named Luka Doncic as one of the Players of the Month for March. Doncic, playing for the Los Angeles Lakers, has led his team to significant success with impressive performances.
Key Facts
Luka Doncic was named Player of the Month for the Western Conference.
He played for the Los Angeles Lakers, contributing to the team's 15-2 record in March.
Doncic averaged 37.5 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 7.4 assists per game during March.
He is competing for the NBA MVP (Most Valuable Player) award this year.
The Lakers are currently third in the Western Conference with a 50-26 record.
This is Doncic's first full year with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Jalen Johnson from the Atlanta Hawks was the Player of the Month for the Eastern Conference.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Paul Skenes, a star pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates, has changed his opinion about the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) system used in Major League Baseball. After initially having doubts, Skenes now supports the system, which helps players challenge umpire calls on balls and strikes.
Key Facts
Paul Skenes is a pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates and was the No. 1 draft pick in 2024.
Skenes became an All-Star and won the NL Rookie of the Year in his first year.
He has also won the CY Young Award and led the MLB in ERA.
The ABS system lets players and catchers challenge umpire decisions on balls and strikes.
Teams get two challenges per game and retain their challenges if successful.
The system was used by the Baltimore Orioles to win a game with a challenge.
Skenes has decided not to personally challenge calls, leaving it to the catcher.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
