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‘He’s Rage Baiting’ – Riley Gaines Hails Enes Kanter For ‘Forcing WNBA’s Hand’ Amid Trans-Athlete Debate

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Ever since the transgender athlete debate started gaining attention in the WNBA, political commentator Riley Gaines has been quite active in the conversation. From encouraging her followers to buy XX-XY clothing to praising Enes Kanter Freedom for his actions around the league, Gaines has repeatedly used her social media to comment on the issue.

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Bennedict Mathurin Headed to the Pelicans

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INGLEWOOD, CA - APRIL 12: Bennedict Mathurin #9 of the LA Clippers shoots a free throw during the game against the Golden State Warriors on April 12, 2026 at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty...

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Mike Francesa: WNBA ‘is a disaster right now’

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Updated Aug 26, 6:35 PM ET

The WNBA might be the most toxic space in sports, and Mike Francesa is blaming leadership and the players for allowing it to happen. As the WNBA experiences historic growth in popularity, it’s also learning about growing pains to success. Unfortunately, those growing pains have been piled on by people attempting to hijack the discourse…

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‘Who is the face of the league?’: Caitlin Clark ends all speculation

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Caitlin Clark has been one of the most prolific athletes since entering the league in 2024. The third-year pro has had a major impact on the WNBA. In addition to her record-breaking performances on the court, off the court, she’s contributed to record-breaking television viewership, mainstream commercial interest, and sold-out arenas. Last night, three games…

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Mark Walter's TWG Global Explains Decision To Sell Lakers

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Ever since it was reported that Mark Walter had agreed to sell his majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, there have been questions about what caused Walter to move on from the franchise so soon. It obviously is well known that some of Walter’s companies have been under […]

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Predict Deni Avdija’s Stat Line for 2026-27

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SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS - APRIL 28: Deni Avdija #8 of the Portland Trail Blazers reacts during the third quarter against the San Antonio Spurs in Game Five of the First Round of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Frost Bank Center on April 28, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images...

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Pelicans rumors: The ‘logical’ trade to make after nabbing Bennedict Mathurin

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The New Orleans Pelicans recently signed Bennedict Mathurin, but with the addition, it’ll push them over the tax and first apron. That means another move could be on the horizon, and there is one player who is on the outside looking in, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. “The logical move here would be for […] The post Pelicans rumors: The ‘logical’ trade to make after nabbing Bennedict Mathurin appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Draymond Green drops ‘highly f***ing likely’ claim on Klay Thompson leaving Warriors in 2019

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There was a time when Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green looked inseparable. Even with the arrival of Kevin Durant in 2017, the Golden State Warriors always felt like the team of Curry, Thompson, and Green. Now, Thompson is with the Miami Heat, while Curry and Green are the only remnants of the Warriors’ […] The post Draymond Green drops ‘highly f***ing likely’ claim on Klay Thompson leaving Warriors in 2019 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Former ESPN star not happy with treatment of Caitlin Clark

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Updated Aug 27, 8:03 AM ET

Caitlin Clark has legions of fans throughout the United States, including some in media. One of her most outspoken supporters in the sports broadcasting world is Linda Cohn. Cohn, the longtime SportsCenter anchor, has moved into independent media since her mutual departure from ESPN earlier this year. Clark is one of her frequent topics on…

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Bob Myers Reveals Message to Jaylen Brown After 76ers-Celtics Trade, Emphasizes Leadership

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Bob Myers, the President of HBSE Sports, revealed his message to Jaylen Brown after the Philadelphia 76ers added the five-time All-Star via trade from the Boston Celtics in July.

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