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Brandel Chamblee and wife Bailee get caught on Kiss Cam at Orlando Magic game

Brandel Chamblee and wife Bailee get caught on Kiss Cam at Orlando Magic game

USA Today02-03-2025

Brandel Chamblee and wife Bailee get caught on Kiss Cam at Orlando Magic game
It's safe to say Brandel Chamblee rarely looks uncomfortable while sitting on the set of the Golf Channel show Golf Central, even discussing highly controversial topics.
The former University of Texas star had more of a sheepish look on Thursday night, however, as he and his wife Bailee were caught on the kiss cam at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida, while taking in the Golden State Warriors at the Orlando Magic NBA tilt.
Flanked by Golf Channel anchor Rich Lerner, Chamblee blushed a bit as his wife, a reporter and former Division I golfer, turned to give him a peck. The trio witnessed an impressive showing from Steph Curry as the sure-fire Hall of Famer dropped 56 points in a 121-115 Golden State victory.
It was a throwback performance for Curry, whose previous season-high was 38 points. He went 16-for-25 from the field, including 12-for-19 from beyond the arc. He also hit all 12 of his free throws.
More: Q&A: We spent two full hours talking with Golf Channel's Brandel Chamblee. He had plenty to say
This came just a day after the duo spent some time at Congaree Golf Club in South Carolina, a course known for its exclusivity.
More: Congaree: The PGA Tour heads to the billionaires golf club with two members, one mission

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  • New York Post

Sam Burns left standing atop the US Open leaderboard as stars falter in nasty second round

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