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Newsweek
8 hours ago
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- Newsweek
Lakers' Bronny James Offers Major Update About His Health
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Los Angeles Lakers are hoping to see a big jump from second-year guard Bronny James during the 2025-26 NBA season. While he showed good flashes during Summer League action, he still has a lot of work to do. James knows that he has an uphill battle ahead of him. He is not the most talented young player on the roster, but he's willing to put in the work. However, he is still dealing with some lingering issues that came from the cardiac arrest that he suffered during his tenure with the USC Trojans in college. Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against the Miami Heat during the first half of the California Classic summer league game at Chase Center on July 06, 2025 in San Francisco,... Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against the Miami Heat during the first half of the California Classic summer league game at Chase Center on July 06, 2025 in San Francisco, California. More Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images While James was able to resume his basketball career following his recovery, there are still changes to his body that occurred. Read more: New York Knicks Get Major LeBron James Update Recently, as shared by ESPN, James spoke out about the problems that have come up stemming from the cardiac arrest. He thinks that his immune system was impacted, as he gets sick much easier now than he did before. "I get kind of sick easier now," James said. "Which is kind of weird, but I think it messed with my immune system a little bit. So, I would have times where I have to sit out, and that conditioning that I'm working on just goes away in that week of me being out." Even though going through such a traumatic situation would impact most, James has been able to focus on basketball. He is simply enjoying his second chance at life. As a rookie with the Lakers, James played in 27 games and made one start. He averaged 6.7 minutes per game and produced 2.3 points, 0.8 assists, and 0.7 rebounds per game. During his time in the G-League, James played very well. He appeared in 11 games for the South Bay Lakers, averaging 21.9 points per game to go along with 5.4 assists, 5.2 rebounds, and 1.9 steals. He also shot 44 percent from the floor and 38 percent from three-point range. James also shared recently that he's focused on the defensive side of the court. He believes that becoming an elite defender will help him earn playing time. Read more: Report: 76ers Receive Very Concerning Joel Embiid Update "There's gonna be guys that can score 15, 20 a game," James said. "I'm most likely not going to be that guy right now... I've got to be a defensive menace." Clearly, the young Los Angeles guard knows what he needs to do. Becoming a defensive ace would be very helpful to earn minutes. Only time will tell, but James is working hard to improve and is willing to do whatever it takes to help the team win. He has been through a lot already, but that isn't something he has allowed to get him down. For more on the Los Angeles Lakers and general NBA news, head on over to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shaquille O'Neal Says Retiring in The Villages Is a ‘Dream Scenario'—and He Wants To Find Out if the Wild Rumors Are True
NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal has revealed his 'dream' is to retire in Florida's infamous community, The Villages, to discover if the sordid rumors about what goes on there are true. The 53-year-old former Miami Heat star, who shot his time on the basketball court away in 2011, has been sharing his pro insights as a sports analyst on 'Inside the NBA' and his podcast, 'The Big Podcast,' which he co-hosts with Adam Lefkoe. Most recently, O'Neal and Lefkoe welcomed boxing icon Mike Tyson to their studio and lifted the lid on what they want their future to look like. Although it's been many years since O'Neal thought about his retirement from basketball, the athlete revealed that he now has his eyes on retiring from his string of careers in general—and is looking forward to settling down in one specific place. When Lefkoe asked O'Neal what his 'dream retirement scenario' is, the basketball icon was quick to reveal that he already had a plan in place that saw him living the rest of his days at The Villages—the retirement community that has become known for its wild goings-on and STD reports. He began by noting that he always thinks about the fact that he has 'seven summers' left until he is 60. Tyson chimed in, 'That's how you have to think about, and then you have to ask yourself, 'What am I going to do at the end of my seventh summer?'' 'I tell my kids all the time that I don't want them taking care of me,' O'Neal, who shares children Shareef, 25, Amirah, 23, Shaqir, 22, and Me'arah, 19, with ex-wife Shaunie, said. He also has a stepson, Myles, 28, from Shaunie's former marriage. He also shares daughter Taahirah, 29, with ex-girlfriend, Arnetta Yardbourgh. O'Neal then lifted the lid on where he hopes he will spend his days after ringing in age 65. 'The dream scenario is: There's this place called The Villages. The Villages is an old folks' home, but they have the highest rate of STDs. I want to be there. 'When I get to 65 and I can't move, take me down to Ocala, Florida. Just drop me off, my boy,' the hoops star said. The Villages has come a long way from its humble beginnings as a trailer park in the 1970s. Today, it is a thriving, age-55-and-older community that spans 57 square miles—although it looks set to increase that footprint in the coming years. Last year, U.S. Census data revealed that The Villages was the nation's fastest-growing metro, growing 4.7% between 2022 and 2023. The purpose-built community offers its residents a wide array of amenities, including 3,000 social and special-interest clubs as well as activities like square dancing, drama, water ballet, belly dancing, precision golf cart driving, cheerleading, and tambourine tapping. There are also 14 country clubs, 17 pools, and 100,000 golf carts. Adding to The Villages' appeal is its access to all of the community amenities—gyms, pools, rec centers, softball fields, golf courses, clubs, and activities—are available for a fee of $199 per month, no matter the size of a resident's home. However, while the community is advertised as a thriving 'backdrop where you can live life to the fullest,' it is The Villages' residents and its bustling social scene that have attracted the most attention over the years. Many reports and rumors have emerged about the reportedly risqué scene that has emerged inside The Villages—with the community making national headlines in 2006, when WFTV news reported that its Women's Center had seen a enormous uptick in the number of cases of sexually transmitted diseases. 'One physician at the Women's Center of The Villages said even in her years working in Miami, she has never seen so many cases,' the report stated. This quote went viral, and the community quickly became known as the 'STD Capital of America,' despite subsequent reporting calling attention to the fact that there was no accurate data to back up these rumors. Still, the stain of scandal has persisted inside The Villages ever since—with more fuel added to that fire when reports began to surface, suggesting that a group of swingers living in the community were using 'loofah signaling' in order to publicly express their sexual preferences to other residents. That rumor has been traced back to a riff made by comedian Tora Himan, an Orlando-area drag queen who previously performed at The Villages as part of a cabaret show. A similar whisper that ran rampant involved upside-down pineapples. That scandal saw people on the web claiming that upside-down pineapples in The Villages were a way to signalize swinging. As of this writing, there are over 800 homes for sale in The Villages on The community has roughly 71,000 homes total, with new ones springing up daily. The most expensive home on the market in The Villages right now clocks in at $2.4 million. The pricier homes in The Villages tend to be on a golf course, preserve, or lake, according to real estate agent April Couturier. The home mentioned above checks two of those boxes and also happens to be in one of the upscale neighborhoods around Lake Sumter. In addition to big plans for his retirement, O'Neal boasts an impressive real estate portfolio, holding the keys to a slew of multimillion-dollar properties in Texas, Florida, California, Georgia, and Nevada. 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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
NBA rumors: Bill Simmons, Zach Lowe ponder Lakers-Heat LeBron James trade
The post NBA rumors: Bill Simmons, Zach Lowe ponder Lakers-Heat LeBron James trade appeared first on ClutchPoints. Could LeBron James be taking his talents to South Beach a second time? On a recent episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast, Bill Simmons and ESPN's Zach Lowe explored a blockbuster scenario in which LeBron James is traded back to the Miami Heat, an idea that, while hypothetical, is gaining traction among NBA insiders. Although James is expected to begin the season with the Los Angeles Lakers, trade chatter has begun to simmer beneath the surface. As Simmons noted, 'It's kind of gotten quiet now after it was the talk of Summer League,' but added that he has a 'weird gut feeling' Miami could re-emerge as a serious landing spot should James decide to request a trade midseason. The scenario hinges heavily on the Lakers' performance. If the team falters out of the gate or suffers a catastrophic injury, a trade could become more realistic, especially since James can become a free agent after this season. According to Lowe, any deal would have to be favorable for the Lakers, possibly involving younger assets like Kel'el Ware. Would the Heat want to reunite with LeBron James? From Miami's end, the fit makes a lot of sense. The Heat are armed with expiring contracts. They have a strong locker room culture. Most of all, the Heat have a front office willing to act if the right opportunity presents itself. Despite planning for a bigger move in 2026, Pat Riley might find a James reunion too tempting to ignore if the four-time champion expresses interest. Of course, a return wouldn't come without baggage. LeBron James's 2014 departure from Miami strained his relationship with Riley, who publicly criticized the move. But time heals all wounds. The chance to chase another title together might overshadow the past. For now, it's just speculation. But the season is inching closer, and pressure is mounting in Los Angeles. This once-outlandish idea is beginning to look more plausible. If James wants one last title run, and the Lakers can't provide it, don't count out Miami. Related: Bill Simmons buys into Yang Hansen conspiracy theory amid Blazers sale buzz Related: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 10 greatest accolades, ranked
Washington Post
2 days ago
- Sport
- Washington Post
Bulls and coach Billy Donovan agree to a contract extension
CHICAGO — The Chicago Bulls and coach Billy Donovan have agreed to a contract extension, the team said Sunday. The team did not reveal the length or financial terms of the contract. Donovan has a 195-205 record with one playoff appearance in five seasons as the Bulls' coach. Chicago went 39-43 for the second straight season and finished ninth in the Eastern Conference before getting knocked out of the play-in tournament by Miami for the third year in a row with a blowout loss at home.
Reuters
2 days ago
- Sport
- Reuters
Report: Bulls, Billy Donovan reach multi-year extension
July 27 - Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan signed a multi-year contract extension, ESPN reported Sunday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed for Donovan, 60, who had one year remaining on the contract. Donovan guided Chicago its second consecutive 39-43 record last season, finishing ninth in the Eastern Conference. The Bulls fell 109-90 to the Miami Heat in a play-in game and missed the playoffs for the third straight season. Donovan is 195-205 during his five seasons with Chicago. He is 438-362 during his time with the Oklahoma City Thunder (2015-20) and Bulls. --Field Level Media
