Basketball – The RUN

Major Takeways From JuJu’s Torn ACL

USC women's basketball star JuJu Watkins suffered a torn ACL in her right knee during the first quarter of the NCAA Tournament game against Mississippi State on March 24, 2025. The injury happened as she was driving to the basket, causing her knee to buckle and forcing her to leave the game immediately. USC will…

Broner Accused of Robbing NBA Players

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Gambling has long been a favorite pastime for many NBA players, offering excitement and the potential for huge winnings. However, the high-stakes world of gambling also comes with significant risks, including financial loss, scams, and even outright robbery. Several NBA players have found themselves in dangerous situations where they were targeted due to their wealth…

Bridging the Gap

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The stats say that about 70% of basketball players go broke at the end of their careers. Very few can make more money than they made during their playing careers. Most will coach. The loudmouths will turn to TV and media to make money. Many will attempt to go into business for themselves and fail.…

NBA Power Rankings

#1 1 Scary good with all of the size and length. #2 1 Its not fair, but they did lose. #3 The Cs are great, even if people continue to minimize Tatum somehow. #4 They are winning but playing way too hard against bad teams. #5 1 The playoffs will be the proving…

Injury Impact of Joel Embiid

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Philadelphia 76ers superstar Joel Embiid is done for the season due to injury, leaving a massive hole in the team’s lineup, again. The reigning MVP has been dealing with a lingering knee issue, which ultimately required surgery. His absence is a major blow to the Sixers, who will have to find ways to stay competitive…

Diana Taurasi Retires

WNBA icon Diana Taurasi has officially announced her retirement from professional basketball. Widely considered one of the greatest, if not the greatest, women’s basketball players of all time, the 42-year-old Taurasi wraps up an extraordinary 20-season career with the Phoenix Mercury. She became the WNBA’s all-time leading scorer and a six-time Olympic gold medallist during…

Gone is Gene Hackman, Influences Basketball

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Oscar-winner Gene Hackman, his wife, and one of their dogs were found dead in the couple’s Santa Fe home, according to investigators. Hackman, 95, was found dead Wednesday in a mudroom and his 65-year-old wife, Betsy Arakawa, was found in a bathroom next to a space heater, Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office detectives wrote in a…

Wemby’s Out and The Odds Aren’t Good

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Basketball players over 7'3" tall often face significant injury risks due to the extreme demands placed on their bodies. Most recently, Victor Wembanyama discovered he a had a blood clot in his shoulder that may have been due to overuse. Blood cots can be career threatening, and most important life threatening. The San Anotino Spurs…

DeWanna Bonner Makes Fever A Contender

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DeWanna Bonner will bring a wealth of experience and leadership to the Indiana Fever, making her a crucial addition for their 2025 WNBA season. Bonner is a proven scorer, averaging over 15 points per game throughout her career. Her ability to create her own shot, stretch the floor with perimeter shooting, and attack the…

Uconn Brings The Belt To South Carolina

On February 16, 2025, the No. 7 UConn Huskies delivered a commanding 87-58 victory over the No. 4 South Carolina Gamecocks, ending South Carolina's impressive 71-game home winning streak. Azzi Fudd led the Huskies with 28 points, including six three-pointers. Freshman Sarah Strong contributed a double-double with 16 points and 13 rebounds, while Paige Bueckers…

Mac McClung Enters Dunk Contest History

Mac McClung made history at the 2025 NBA Slam Dunk Contest in San Francisco by winning the award three times in a row, becoming the second person to achieved the feat. Nate Robison is the other player to achieve the feat. Representing the Orlando Magic, McClung delivered a flawless performance, earning perfect scores of 50…

Kelsey Plum Blockbuster Trade

I don't think anyone saw the trade involving the Los Angeles Sparks, Las Vegas Aces, and Seattle Storm coming. The Sparks get All-Star guard Kelsey Plum from the Aces. The Aces received six-time All-Star Jewell Loyd from the Storm, along with the 13th pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft. The Storm receive the No. 2…