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USA Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Could Bronny James be more central to Lakers rotation than Dalton Knecht?
Bronny James has had his fair share of ups and downs in his NBA career. He has dealt with an abundance of criticism regarding whether he even belongs in the NBA. Bronny took huge strides with his development in the summer league, putting together solid all-around performances. The question no longer is whether he belongs in the NBA; the new question is does he now deserve more minutes than last year's first round pick Dalton Knecht? Angela Miele with USC Trojans on Sports Illustrated dissected former NBA star Gilbert Arenas' thoughts on Knecht and Bronny James. "Former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas has been vocal about James' development in the NBA," Miele wrote. "He has previously called out the critics for being too hard on a second-round draft pick, and has recently made his opinions on James and Knecht clear. 'Who looks more like the first-round pick. [James] or Knecht right now? F*ck the names, just the production, and charisma, and style and comfortability,' Arenas said on his show, Gil's Arena. 'Who looks more like the first-round pick? Are they three years apart from each other? One looks way more comfortable than the other.' In the summer league, the former USC guard averaged 14.3 points and 3.8 assists. He showed his improvement with distributing the ball and is showing more confidence on the court. With his development throughout his rookie year and his performance in the summer league, James is on pace to be a part of the Lakers' rotation this season." Bronny James rarely saw the court last season for the Lakers, and Dalton Knecht was part of the rotation, playing 78 games last season and averaging 19 minutes per contest. Dalton Knecht was involved in a trade with the Charlotte Hornets that got rescinded; it was the package for Mark Williams. That episode caused a riff between Knecht and the Lakers. Trade packages including Knecht continue to be reported as the Lakers try to improve. For a highly touted first-round pick, he had a less than impressive summer league season. Bronny James' stock continues to rise. We could see James be a more impactful and consistent part of the Lakers' rotation this season. Knecht could either be out of the rotation or on another team.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Joy Taylor, Fox Sports now fired host once called for legalized prostitution: 'Non-p***y getting male lonelies'
Joy Taylor says male loneliness is a societal crisis (Instagram) Joy Taylor has officially parted ways with Fox Sports, ending her run as co-host of Speak alongside Keyshawn Johnson and Paul Pierce. The decision follows months of behind-the-scenes tension and a high-profile lawsuit that named Taylor, the network, and Skip Bayless. As the network cancels multiple shows, Taylor's next career move is already generating attention, particularly in light of her increasingly provocative public statements. Joy Taylor defended sex work , blamed lonely men for society's downfall Joy Taylor's departure from Fox Sports comes roughly six months after her name was mentioned in a sexual assault and discrimination lawsuit, a development that brought scrutiny to the network. While the legal battle is still unfolding, Fox's recent overhaul—which includes canceling three daily shows—has led many to speculate whether her exit was entirely professional or partially reactionary. During her tenure at Speak, Taylor was known for her fearless opinions. But in recent months, those opinions took on a more personal, sometimes polarizing tone. On her Two Personal Show, Taylor recently argued that sex work should be legalized to combat a 'male loneliness epidemic,' stating, 'I think non-p**sy getting male lonelies are deteriorating society… I think prostitution should be legalized.' She framed it as a practical solution to what she sees as a deeply rooted societal issue. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Her commentary extended into political territory as well. Speaking with Van Lathan, Taylor said, 'Everything's watered down. Everything's softened now. Everything is feminine. I think femininity is under control… I mean, the audacity that a Black woman [Kamala Harris] would run for president. This was their last stand.' What's next for Joy Taylor? Despite her exit from mainstream sports broadcasting, Joy Taylor remains a media magnet. Her candid remarks on dating and societal norms have kept her firmly in the spotlight. Appearing on The Truth After Dark podcast, she joked, 'If you see me pull up with a 70-year-old, don't ask any fucking questions, OK. He's got a plane.' But she also shared a firm stance on romantic preferences, saying she is becoming 'less and less interested in religious men. ' While Fox Sports may have closed its doors on Taylor, others are eager to bring her on board. Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas publicly expressed interest in recruiting her for his show, Gil's Arena, stating, 'Joy's a great host… We've been behind the scenes talking to her for the last year.' With over a million YouTube subscribers and growing influence, Arenas' platform could provide Taylor with a new arena to thrive in—one where bold, unfiltered commentary is part of the brand. As Joy Taylor navigates her post-Fox chapter, it's clear she won't be silenced. If anything, she's just getting started. Also Read: "Onlyfans leaks would be fire": Joy Taylor gets axed by Fox Sports and fans already know her future career move Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
USA Today
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Gilbert Arenas interested in hiring Joy Taylor for 'Gil's Arena' after FOX ouster
Joy Taylor has one suitor on the record vying for her hosting services. In the wake of Fox Sports 1 and Taylor parting this week – along with the show she co-hosted, "Speak," and two others in the network's daily lineup being canceled – former NBA-All-Star-turned-podcaster-and-streamer Gilbert Arenas has voiced his desire to hire Taylor. 'Joy's a great host,' Arenas said on a recent "No Chill Gil" Summer League stream, according to Awful Announcing. 'I know we're looking at her for the football side. We've been behind the scenes talking to her for the last year.' Arenas' show, "Gil's Arena," exists under the Underdog Fantasy umbrella and has 1.1 million subscribers on YouTube. Taylor has not commented since the news broke of her show's cancellation.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Gilbert Arenas defends Angel Reese amid NBA 2K26 cover backlash
Angel Reese on NBA 2K26 cover image (Image via 2K Games) According to 2K Games' announcement on Wednesday, NBA 2K26 will be accessible soon. The feature players for this year were also disclosed by the company. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the star of the Oklahoma City Thunder, will be on the cover. He will be joined on the same by Carmelo Anthony. The WNBA Edition of the game will feature Angel Reese on its cover. However, the WNBA player has been facing criticism, and former NBA player Gilbert Arenas came to her support. Angel Reese responds to NBA 2K26 cover backlash as Gilbert Arenas backs her star power Gilbert Arenas of the former Washington Wizards offered a strong opinion on the escalating controversy surrounding Angel Reese 's appearance on the cover of NBA 2K. He maintained that, given her marketability, it would be wise to include her. He added that despite the WNBA legend's lack of WNBA awards, he is convinced that she deserves to be on the cover. He further highlighted her almost unrivalled star power. The former NBA player also highlighted her instant influence in the WNBA and said: '[Reese] walked in the door as a superstar. There's no accolades that she needed [because] her momentum came from college. She's benefited in real-time on her superstardom.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like MacBook Air M4- now available at ₹83906* MacBook Air M4 Undo In a clip from his "Gil's Arena" podcast, he recently lauded her unwavering confidence and business mindset. He maintained that Angel Reese's cultural significance and marketability shouldn't be overshadowed by conventional measures like MVPs and titles. He then added: "Reese already possesses the characteristics of a cover athlete: visibility, branding, and momentum.' As per Sports Illustrated, Angel Reese has been receiving criticism for being the only WNBA player to appear on the cover of NBA 2K26, particularly from Caitlin Clark 's fans. They anticipated that her name would be revealed first. The podcast was created in response to the same. Angel Reese is a popular WNBA player (Image via Instagram / @angelreese5) Meanwhile, the WNBA legend can't stop gushing over the opportunity. In an interview with PEOPLE, Reese talked candidly about the significance of being on the cover of NBA 2K among legends like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Carmelo Anthony. The Chicago Sky player stated: "I'm so blessed to be honored with these two.. I was just super excited…just trying to be the first of many, and have many young kids and young women look up to me and know that they can do the same things I'm doing." NBA 2K26 is set to release on September 5, 2025, with the WNBA edition available exclusively at GameStop. Angel Reese's cover marks a significant moment for women's sports and the ongoing growth of WNBA players as cultural icons. With her signature shoe, a record-breaking rookie season, and now a 2K cover, Angel Reese is proving that she's more than just a rising star; she's a movement. Also read: NBA 2K26- Exploring the cover images, release date, cost, editions and all For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Black America Web
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Dad Ripped On X For Jokingly Offering To 'Breed' Jeff Teague's Wife
The typical NBA Finals hype might not be as high as usual, but at least each team's star players' dads are in the limelight. Tyrese Haliburton's dad is fresh off a ban for mouthing off at Giannis Antetokounmpo, and now Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's dad, Vaughn Alexander, is letting the competitive nature get the best of him. Alexander was on a recent episode of former NBA player Jeff Teague's Club 520 podcast, and the episodes are always full of jokes, but Alexander went too far when he cracked one about having sex with Teague's wife. 'Just give me your girl and I'll breed her,' Alexander said. ' Guarantee you, if she has my genes, he'll be a f-cking great player.' Even Bishop B Henn, who usually has the most controversial takes on the show, nearly spat out his drink. Teague keeps his cool, responding, 'OG, you can't say that, out of respect. My wife gon' be pissed.' Alexander keeps the joke going, adding that his genes matched with some elite basketball training, and he'll definitely make it into the NBA. The viral clip ends with him saying he was joking around, but Teague spoke about the off-color comment on Gilbert Arenas' Gil's Arena podcast. Teague said he didn't snap at Alexander in the moment because he 'had to be professional.' The topic came up on the Club 520 podcast when Teague mentioned that he has no kids, and one of his co-hosts accused him of shooting blanks. That's when Teague said Alexander responded, 'I'll help him, I make MVPs.' Teague added that after the joke died down, Alexander said he was sorry, and later called the show's producer to apologize again. The episode doesn't appear to be available on Club 520 's official YouTube page. Alexander's basketball career peaked with a championship in high school while studying at Georges Vanier Secondary School in the 1990s. You can also thank the MVP's mom for athletic prowess, too, as she ran the 400m for Antigua and Barbados at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. See how social media is reacting to the comments below.. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Dad Ripped On X For Jokingly Offering To 'Breed' Jeff Teague's Wife was originally published on
