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News18
a day ago
- Sport
- News18
NBA: Marcus Smart Set To Join LA Lakers After Buyout; Doncic's Influence Crucial
Last Updated: Smart, ex-NBA Defensive Player of the Year, agreed to a buyout with the Wizards and will sign a two-year, $11 million deal with the Lakers. Luka Doncic influenced his choice. Former NBA Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart has agreed to a contract buyout with the Washington Wizards and plans to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers, according to a report from ESPN on Saturday. Smart is expected to sign a two-year, $11 million contract with the Lakers after clearing waivers. The deal includes a player option for the second year, which could allow the veteran guard to become a free agent in 2026. Doncic Played a Role in Smart's Decision According to ESPN, Lakers All-Star Luka Doncic personally reached out to Smart, expressing a strong interest in teaming up with the versatile two-way player. Smart averaged a career-low 20 minutes per game last season, largely due to an injury to a finger on his shooting hand. Smart was traded from the Boston Celtics to the Memphis Grizzlies before the 2023–24 season and appeared in 19 games with Memphis before being dealt to the Wizards in February, where he played 15 additional games. Over the course of the season, he averaged 9.0 points and 3.2 assists. A Career Defined by Defense and Grit Despite injuries limiting him to just 54 total games over the past two seasons, Smart's reputation as a defensive stalwart remains intact. During his nine-year tenure with the Celtics, he helped lead the team to the playoffs every year, including a run to the NBA Finals in 2022—the same season he earned Defensive Player of the Year honors. Selected No. 6 overall in the 2014 NBA Draft, Smart has compiled career averages of 10.6 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game. While he's a modest shooter—converting 38.8 percent from the field and 32.4 percent from three—his defensive prowess has always been his calling card, highlighted by a career average of 1.6 steals per game. He is currently just six steals away from reaching 1,000 for his career. To make room on the roster, the Lakers plan to waive guard Shake Milton, per ESPN. (with agency inputs) view comments First Published: July 20, 2025, 16:25 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
"Onlyfans leaks would be fire": Joy Taylor gets axed by Fox Sports and fans already know her future career move
Fox Sports cuts ties with Joy Taylor (Instagram) In a stunning development that's shaking up FS1's on-air lineup, Joy Taylor has officially parted ways with Fox Sports. The move comes as the network embarks on a widespread reshuffle, axing multiple shows—including Speak, which Taylor co-hosted. Her exit also closely follows a months-long legal controversy involving allegations made against a former Fox Sports executive and Taylor's name surfacing in the lawsuit. While Taylor's departure was reportedly tied to the expiration of her contract, the timing has raised eyebrows across the industry. A sudden exit amid legal turmoil and programming shakeup Taylor had been a key presence on Speak since 2022, sharing the desk with former NFL star Keyshawn Johnson and ex-NBA player Paul Pierce. But the show, along with Breakfast Ball and The Facility, is now being scrapped as part of Fox Sports' latest cost-cutting and content realignment strategy. The Athletic first broke the news, revealing Taylor's contract would not be renewed. The exit comes just months after serious allegations from a former Fox Sports hairstylist, Noushin Faraji, rocked the network. Faraji accused then-Fox Sports executive Charlie Dixon of groping her during a party held for Taylor in 2017. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo In a troubling twist, Faraji also claimed Taylor dismissed her accusation and was allegedly involved in an extramarital affair with Dixon—an affair Faraji claimed contributed to Taylor's rise to her former Undisputed moderator role. Additionally, Taylor was accused of mocking Faraji's accent and her PTSD-related behaviors. Taylor firmly rejected the claims, with a spokeswoman stating, 'The claims set forth against Ms. Taylor are devoid of merit and appear to have been strategically framed to create unwarranted publicity rather than to seek legitimate redress.' Despite the public stir, Taylor kept her composure, opting for measured statements. 'I know that the public has a lot of interest in this situation,' she told The Cut. 'But I have to let the legal process play out. ' After a brief two-week absence from air earlier this year, Taylor returned, fueling speculation about internal deliberations over her contract. A report from Front Office Sports had earlier mentioned her deal was due to expire this summer, which now appears to have marked her quiet exit. Fans think her next career is already known The Internet is going crazy after her exit. Users have come up with different thoughts but a major portion of them already let others know what they think of about her future career. One user @coldcallsniper commented, "Incoming OF." A second one having username @Jerryjo58719446 added, "Joy taylor onlyfans leaks would be fire." Another named @0usports echoed the same by saying, "She can take her career to onlyfans now." Joy Taylor becomes the center of internet discussion (Image via X) In recent months, Taylor had become more outspoken beyond sports commentary. On her Two Personal Show, she made headlines by suggesting the legalization of sex work as a remedy for male loneliness. On The Truth After Dark podcast, she remarked that religious men were a dating red flag for her—despite identifying as a 'person of faith' herself. These bold views have both intrigued and polarized her fan base, marking a noticeable shift in her public persona. As Fox Sports closes a chapter, the media landscape is now watching to see where Joy Taylor lands next—and whether the controversies surrounding her will fade or follow her forward. Also Read: Taylor Swift snubs Kamala Harris plea, but plays house entertainer for Travis Kelce's NFL frat party Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
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First Post
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- First Post
Magnus Carlsen joins hands with former NBA star Derrick Rose in unique event ahead of Freestyle Chess Las Vegas
Carlsen, who has won the last two Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour events in Paris and Karlsruhe, has joined hands with former Chicago Bulls point guard Rose in a pro-am event titled 'Chesstival' that features several other ex-NBA stars alongside chess players. read more Former NBA star Derrick Rose collaborated with Norwegian chess icon Magnus Carlsen for the Chesstival event in Las Vegas ahead of the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour event in 'Sin City'. Image credit: Chicago Bulls via Instagram Chess joined hands with basketball in a unique moment in sport with NBA legend Derrick Rose collaborating with with Norwegian chess icon Magnus Carlsen for an event in Las Vegas, USA recently. The event, titled 'Chesstival', featured several other stars from the world's top basketball league and took place ahead of the upcoming event of the ongoing Freestyle Chess Grand Slam tour, which will also be taking place in 'Sin City'. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Ex-NBA star Rose joins hands with chess icon Carlsen Besides Rose, his former Chicago Bulls teammate Tony Snell and ex-Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers point guard Rajon Rondo and ex New Orleans Pelicans power forward and center Jeremiah Robinson-Earl also participated in the pro-am chess event that featured NBA Blitz Chess Championship – which carried a $50,000 charity prize fund. The Chicago Bulls even shared pictures of Rose competing alongside Carlsen against Robinson-Earl and Indian Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi. 'Find D-Rose at the chessboard,' read the caption of the post. '@drose & @magnus_carlsen hosted NBA hoopers & world-class chess player at Chesstival here in Vegas!' Former point guard Rose, who was adjudged the NBA Most Valuable Player in 2011 and is also a three-time NBA All Star, has taken quite the interest in chess in the year that has passed since retiring from basketball last year. 'Chess has taught me patience, vision and how to stay calm under pressure. I want kids who grow up like I did to have access to that,' Rose had told Essentially Sports. Carlsen, meanwhile, enters the American leg of the Grand Slam Tour on the back of his victory in Paris, where he defeated Hikaru Nakamura convincingly in an 'El Chessico' final. It was quite the statement from the world No 1 after he had finished third in the opening event in Weissenhaus, Germany, losing to Vincent Keymer in the semi-finals. He would go on to win the subsequent event in Karlsruhe, Germany – part of the Grenke Chess Festival – with a perfect score of 9. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The upcoming event features three Indians – Arjun Erigaisi, Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa and Gujrathi. Reigning Classical world champion D Gukesh, however, has opted out of the event. The Las Vegas leg will also feature controversial American GM Hans Niemann, who has been making headlines for his long-running feud with Carlsen following the 2022 cheating scandal.
Black America Web
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
It's A Wrap! Amy Luciani Files For Divorce From Dwight Howard After 6 Months Of Marriage
Source: Paras Griffin / Getty Rapper and former reality TV star Amy Luciani has reportedly ended her marriage to ex-NBA star Dwight Howard. According to divorce documents obtained by EurWeb on July 7, Luciani, 35, filed for divorce on July 1 in Georgia's Superior Court of Gwinnett County, officially ending her months-long union with the 39-year-old Los Angeles Lakers alum. The couple wed in a private ceremony in early February 2025, just weeks after announcing their surprising engagement in December 2024. Luciani — whose real name is Amber Rose Howard — confirmed the split on Monday, issuing an exclusive statement to The Shade Room . 'Although it is true, I am not sure how it got out to the public,' Luciani said. 'Still wrapping my head around a lot. Although I know it won't happen, I hope the public can give us grace and privacy right now.' While the filing did not specify a reason for the breakup, it did state that if Luciani can demonstrate the marriage is 'irretrievably broken,' the court would have grounds to grant the divorce. In terms of the settlement, Luciani is requesting an equitable division of all 'real and personal property' acquired during the marriage, as well as a fair split of marital assets and debts. She is also asking the court to consider awarding her alimony—whether 'periodic, lump-sum, in-kind', or a combination—on both a temporary and permanent basis. Additionally, Luciani is seeking for Howard to cover her legal fees, expenses, and court costs, according to the filing obtained by EurWeb. Notably, the femcee and social media star has also scrubbed photos of the former baller clean from her social media page. In her last post, shared June 12, the hitmaker appeared unbothered and focused as she flaunted her sculpted abs in a white bandeux top and jeans paired with tons of icy jewelry. The last image of her photo slideshow read: 'The longer you entertain what's not for you, the longer you postpone what is. Read that again.' The duo's sad ending comes almost two weeks after Howard confirmed he was legally married to the 'Bag Lady' rapper during his June 23 appearance on The Breakfast Club, attempting to clear up any rumors from nosey social media fans. 'We are— it's always some rumors. I just keep that side of my life private and keep it moving,' he told The Breakfast Club's Jess Hilarious last month. Before their divorce, Luciani had been a fierce defender of Howard, even amid his controversy with Royce Reed, a former cheerleader and TV personality, who shares a son named Braylon Howard with the NBA alum. In December 2024, Reed took to Instagram to publicly call out the former NBA star, releasing receipts and launching a dedicated page titled 'I Had A Baby By Superman.' The nine-part exposé accused Dwight Howard of being a 'deadbeat,' and detailed allegations of threats as well as physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. In response, Howard issued a cease-and-desist letter—legal action that Reed claimed hit hard financially, forcing her to launch a GoFundMe campaign in January to help cover mounting attorney fees. Despite the controversy, Amy Luciani appeared unfazed. She stood by her then-husband, posting affectionate photos of the couple on Instagram. In one image, Howard kissed her cheek as they laughed and clinked champagne glasses aboard a private jet. Her caption read, 'After all that… still Committed.' Yikes! This is a lot to unpack. Thoughts? The post It's A Wrap! Amy Luciani Files For Divorce From Dwight Howard After 6 Months Of Marriage appeared first on Bossip. SEE ALSO It's A Wrap! Amy Luciani Files For Divorce From Dwight Howard After 6 Months Of Marriage was originally published on
Time of India
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
"A heavy crown to carry"-John Salley opens up about the scrutiny Michael Jordan's son faces
Michael Jordan faces constant scrutiny (Image via Getty Images) Former NBA player John Salley recently gave his candid opinion regarding the pressure that Michael Jordan 's son, Marcus Jordan, faces from the public. In a recent interview, he stated that it is not easy to be the son of a sports icon such as Michael Jordan. He described it as 'a heavy crown to carry. ' The four-time NBA champion believes that the junior Jordan was likely to face challenges at some point because of the high expectations placed on him. He further said that the NBA legend's famous career has always put a spotlight on his son. John Salley sympathizes with Marcus Jordan as he is under constant public scrutiny During an interview with DJ Vlad on Wednesday, John Salley opened up about Marcus Jordan. He also showed kindness and understanding toward his former teammate's son and said: 'Michael Jordan's son, it's a heavy crown to carry, man. You don't get to be human. You get to be human, but you're human with a magnifying glass on you.' Michael Jordan is in a relationship with Larsa Pippen (Image via Getty) The NBA legend further added: 'So, you know, if you put the magnifying glass and the sun is on you, you're gonna get burnt. So, that's what happened with Michael's son. There's just so much happening that eventually he was going to get burnt.' He continued: 'Having to operate under the assumption that people are always wanting something from you, whether it's a Jordan shoe or a connection of some sort. You have to operate under the assumption that people are coming around with their hands out.' John Salley on Kobe, Knicks, Diddy, Daphne Joy, Cassie, White Players vs. Europeans (Full Interview) John Salley pointed out that being the child of someone as big as Michael Jordan comes with a lot of pressure. Every move Marcus Jordan makes is watched and judged. Recently, he has been in the news over his relationship with Larsa Pippen, the former wife of Scottie Pippen, who is Michael Jordan's former teammate. This made his life even more difficult to manage in public. The NBA legend then said that people forget that junior Jordan is just a human being, trying to live his life. The ex-NBA player further added that Marcus must be allowed to make his own decisions without judgment for the things he has no authority over. In spite of the pressure, Marcus Jordan is still pursuing his goal. He has a sneaker brand and has an active social media presence. Although living in the spotlight is not simple, he is still trying to make the best of it. Also read: Kevin Durant drops 5-word reaction to viral Michael Jordan clip picking him over Kobe Bryant and LeBron James For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
