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Jaylen Brown Responds to LeBron James’ Comments After Getting MVP Chants in
Lakers Arena
Jaylen Brown responded to LeBron James giving him the MVP shoutout after the Lakers vs Celtics game
WBB News Roundup: WNBA Mourns 2x Champ, Angel Reese Health Update, USC Star
Fights Tears
A lot is happening in women’s basketball right now. Here are the biggest stories, only on EssentiallySports.
Cori Close Flags UCLA’s Sloppy Performance Amid Lauren Betts’ Emotional Night
Lauren Betts and co. receives a warning sign from head coach Cori Close despite UCLA Bruins' blowout win over Wisconsin
National Analyst Pinpoints One Key Factor Behind Angel Reese’s Rise Beyond WNBA
National analyst breaks down the secret behind Angel Reese's growing brand value off the court.
Magic Johnson Finds Redemption on Pat Riley Statue Night After Lakers’
Disappointment
Magic Johnson found some solace with another LA team after the Lakers' performance ruined Pat Riley's historic honor.
Stephen Curry Sends Message to Ex-Warriors Star on Emotional Jersey Retirement
Night
Stephen Curry appreciates his former Golden State Warriors teammate after the jersey retirement honor on Saturday.
USC’s Jazzy Davidson Fights Back Tears After Career-High Night Ends in Loss to
Ohio
Jazzy Davidson had an emotional moment is post game press conference after her heroics against Ohio State went in vain
‘Best Point Guard in the Country’: Ole Miss HC Makes Bold Claim About Dawn
Staley’s Star After Loss
Dawn Staley's point guard, Raven Johnson earns immense praise from Ole Miss head coach following the latter's team's blowout loss to South Carolina
NBA Legend Defends Karl-Anthony Towns Against Shaq & Charles Barkley’s Harsh
Narrative
Gilbert Arenas defended Karl-Anthony Towns against severe criticism from Charles Barkley and Shaquille O'Neal.
LeBron James’ Cavaliers Visited Prison Before Facing Stephen Curry & Warriors,
Ex-HC Confirms
Nearly a decade later, former HC reveals LeBron James Cavaliers' visit to the prison before the all-important Game 7 finals.
Angel Reese Drops 20-Second Health Update After Injury-Plagued 2025 WNBA Season
Angel Reese had a stop-start 2025 WNBA season and she has revealed her current health status ahead of the 2026 season.
Concern Mounts for Bronny James After Viral Mexico Trip With Girlfriend Parker
Whitfield
Mexico's volatile situation sparks concern for Bronny James and his girlfriend after they are spotted on their way to their vacation.
‘Started Looking Like Steph Curry’: Ole Miss HC Reacts to Ex-MSU Star Madina
Okot’s Growth Under Dawn Staley
Ole Miss HC reacts to Madina Okot’s standout performance as South Carolina continues its dominant run with no signs of slowing down.
Meet Pat Riley: President of Miami Heat Wife, Parents, Net Worth, Ethnicity &
More
All you need to know about Miami Heat president and Lakers icon Pat Riley-- his wife, net worth, parents, ethnicity, and more.
Celtics HC’s 4 Words Deliver Reality Check to LeBron James, Luka Doncic & Austin
Reaves
Celitics Head Coach, Joe Mazzulla exposes the Lakers' weakness stemming from LeBron James, Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves combination.
Nikola Jokić Supporters Kicked Out of Chase Center During Warriors Game
Another controversy follows Nikola Jokić and his fans this time at the Chase Center during the game against the Warriors.
Pat Riley Fuels LeBron James’ Miami Rumors With Leaked Video Chat After
Admitting Regret
LeBron James' show of respect during Pat Riley's big return to Lakers fuels speculation about a possible Miami reunion.
LeBron James Admits Getting Upset by Jaylen Brown’s Bronny Comments Despite
Giving MVP Nod
LeBron James confirms he hasn't forgotten Jaylen Brown's 2-year-old slight despite demonstrating mutual respect.
“RIP”: WNBA Community Mourns as 2x Champion Kara Braxton Passes Away at 43
The WNBA community is heartbroken and sending their prayers after the untimely death of a two time title winner Kara Braxton.
Brandin Podziemski Reveals Stephen Curry Advice That Helped Warriors Beat Jokic,
Nuggets
Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski revealed the conversation that he had with Stephen Curry before his fourth-quarter outburst.
“No Respect for the Uniform”: Luka Doncic, Lakers Blasted on Live TV After Pat
Riley Night Upset
The Lakers' performance against the Celtics is shredded on live TV as Luka Doncic and Co. fail to impress a legend.
“I Remember Myself”: Pat Riley Reveals 3 Reasons Why JJ Redick Is the Right Head
Coach for Lakers
Legendary NBA icon Pat Riley heaps praise on Los Angeles Lakers trainer JJ Redick after comparing the young coach to himself.
Kim Mulkey Addresses Sudden Grace Knox Absence Following Hard Foul Incident
Kim Mulkey reveals reason behind Grace Knox's snub from the bench in a dominant win over Missouri Tigers on Sunday.
Azzi Fudd Shines Spotlight on ‘Best Teammate’ Battling Injury Concerns
Azzi Fudd exclusively took some time apart in her post game conference to send some appreciation to her underrated teammate.
JJ Redick Calls Out Officiating on LeBron James’ Lakers, Finds Unique Solution
in Celtics’ No-Call
JJ Redick took a sarcastic jab at NBA officiating after Lakers' suffered blowout loss against the Boston Celtics.
Iowa Sisterhood Lives On as Caitlin Clark, Kate Martin Celebrate Teammate’s Big
News
Iowa bond on full display as Caitlin Clark and Kate Martin lead reactions to their former captain’s big life update.