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Lexington, KY

Missouri State

Columbia, MO

Yardbarker

The Missouri Tigers landed themselves a more than notable hoops commitment over the weekend in the person of 7-foot-3 center Connor Vanover.He's a big man and he's experienced, which are two traits that certainly play in college basketball. A Little Rock, Arkansas native, Vanover played for the Arkansas Razorbacks in 2020-21 and 2021-23, averaging 5.1 points and 3.3 rebounds in just 12.1 minutes per game. Playing time was obviously a concern and it undoubtedly played into his transfer to Oral Roberts last season, where he averaged 12.7 points and 7.2 in an extended role with 25.8 minutes per game.Now heading to...

Missouri lands commitment from 7-foot-3 transfer Connor Vanover

Phoenix, AZ

East Lansing, MI

New Suns owner Mat Ishbia is a big supporter of Michigan State, but he'll no longer support individual athletes financially.
MSU mega-booster Mat Ishbia was at the forefront of NIL deals, sponsoring MSU athletes in four sports. Now, he's pulling the plug on the program that paid MSU football, basketball and volleyball players up to $700 a month. Here's his reasoning:https://t.co/GjOmS8p6dW— Tony Paul (@TonyPaul1984) June 2, 2023
Ishbia and his company, United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM), started a name-and-image licensing program for athletes at Michigan State University. Members of the men's basketball, football and volleyball teams could earn $700 per month for social...

NBA owner ends big-money college NIL deal

Charlotte, NC

Charlotte will choose a huge piece of its long-term future with No. 2 pick in the draft. But the decision-makers may not be there for that future.Head coach Steve Clifford has just one guaranteed year left on his contract. The same is true for general manger Mitch Kupchak. Their future is especially uncertain because Michael Jordan is reportedly in serious talks to give up majority control of the franchise in a sale to two NBA minority investors.
ESPN Sources: Charlotte Hornets owner Michael Jordan is engaged in serious talks to sell a majority stake in the franchise to a group led...

Instability in Charlotte could lead to chaotic offseason for Hornets

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Rio Grande City, TX

Foro E.

Y'all better hold on tight because I've got some mind-blowing news about the Texas real estate market that's making our friends up north in Canada green with envy. There's a house down in Rio Grande City, Texas that's causing quite the commotion, and let me tell you, it's an absolute steal at a listing price of $355,000. Can you even believe it?

This Texas House Costs $355K and It's Driving Canadians Insanely Jealous!

Miami, FL

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was asked Wednesday about Lionel Messi's transfer to MLS' Inter Miami, and after some initial confusion, offered his thoughts on the big news.
Content you need: Tua Tagovailoa on the arrival of Messi to Miami. pic.twitter.com/lRmkFMjI0n— Adam Beasley (@AdamHBeasley) June 7, 2023
The lefty signal-caller referenced the unprecedented times of current excitement across professional sports in South Beach, mentioning the Florida Panthers' run to the Stanley Cup Finals and the Miami Heat's ongoing NBA Finals against the Denver Nuggets.While the Panthers have dug themselves a 2-0 hole in their championship round against the Vegas Golden Knights, Florida...

Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa reacts to Messi joining Inter Miami

Cleveland, OH

Three different Cleveland Browns players have been robbed in recent days in three separate incidents.It was first reported by Brandon Little of Browns Digest that running back/wide receiver Demetric Felton had his car stolen on Sunday from a parking garage in Cleveland. Per Little, Felton said he thinks that somebody "followed him into his parking garage and stole the car after he parked it."Little then reported on Sunday night that cornerback Greg Newsome II was robbed of his vehicle at gunpoint. According to the report, the carjacking occurred at Filter Experience on West Superior Avenue in Cleveland.Newsome II appeared to...

Trio of Browns players robbed in three separate incidents

Tampa, FL

2021 second-round draft pick Kyle Trask may have already lost a supposed quarterback competition to free-agency signing Baker Mayfield before the Tampa Bay Buccaneers even open summer training camp sessions. According to the Joe Bucs Fan website, retired quarterback, brother of New Orleans Saints' Derek Carr and current NFL Network personality David Carr suggested during an on-air segment that Mayfield began the first full week of June as the leader in the clubhouse to start over Trask when Tampa Bay opens the regular season at the Minnesota Vikings on Sept. 10. "...Kyle Trask is going to have to do something extraordinary" to...

Former first overall pick predicts winner of Buccaneers' QB competition

Austin, TX

These celebrities are all neighbors with Matthew McConaughey, now!. In a surprising twist, the Lone Star state of Texas has become the new hotspot for Hollywood's elite. Over the past couple of years, a wave of celebrities has been making their way to the southern state, seeking solace and settling into the welcoming embrace of Texas hospitality. The city of choice? Austin, the vibrant capital that seems to have cast a spell on the hearts of these famous stars.

The Hottest City in Texas Where All the Celebrities Are Flocking To!

Chicago, IL

Natalie Frank, Ph.D.

Taylor Swift confuses young fan by inviting her up on stage from the audience then reversing this as she realized there was no safe way to get the child back off the stage. In a recent concert stop in Chicago on her Eras Tour, Taylor Swift found herself in a heartwarming yet challenging situation during her performance. While Swift is known for her fan engagement and surprise on-stage moments, this particular encounter took an unexpected turn. As she performed her hit song "22," Swift spotted a young fan and attempted to involve her in the show, only to realize there was no safe way to get the child back off the stage.

Taylor Swift Almost Brings Young Fan Onto Stage But Changes Mind As She Realizes Safety Risk Involved

Dallas, TX

Running back Ezekiel Elliott, who spent the first seven years of his professional career with the Dallas Cowboys before being released in mid-March, remains unsigned nearly three months into free agency. While a market for the three-time Pro Bowler hasn't materialized to this point, Elliott doesn't appear too desperate to ink a deal anytime soon.  
Who will @EzekielElliott play for in 2023?  (via 3hunnid__/IG) pic.twitter.com/k73N0yz52N— NFL (@NFL) May 31, 2023
ESPN insider Adam Schefter reported on Tuesday's episode of NFL Live that Elliott is taking a leisurely approach to his free agency while holding out hope that a new team decides...

Report: Ezekiel Elliott eyeing big-money deal, Cowboys reunion on the table

Texarkana, TX

The Phantom Killer's Reign of Terror in Texarkana. If you thought the horrors of the iconic horror film, The Town That Dreaded Sundown, were purely fictional, think again. The movie is based on a chilling true story that still haunts the residents of Texarkana, Texas. In 1946, the small town was terrorized by the Phantom Killer, a masked murderer who left a trail of brutal killings in his wake.

Disturbing: The Terrifying True Story Behind The Texas Town That Dreaded Sundown

Los Angeles, CA

Sacramento, CA

Dwight Howard wants one more chance to play in the NBA and he has a particular up-and-coming Western Conference team in mind if he gets that opportunity.
Exclusive @SacObserver interview with Dwight Howard on possibly returning to the NBA next season:“I’m not retired from the NBA just yet, and I would love to help the Sacramento Kings contend for a title.”https://t.co/rgycH2UIIk pic.twitter.com/sxeoHyxddW
— Mark Haynes (@markhaynesnba) June 6, 2023
While the three-time Defensive Player of the Year told Haynes of his desire to join 25-year-old De'Aaron Fox and company, he also said that he feels the team is "pretty much set."Coming off of...

Former eight-time All-Star wants to join Western Conference playoff team

Florida State

Jacksonville, FL

For the Jaguars to stay in Jacksonville long-term, the franchise might first have to leave the city.The team revealed renderings for a $2 billion upgrade to TIAA Bank Field on Wednesday, noting the construction could be completed in two or four years. Under the expedited two-year time frame, the team would have to relocate while upgrades are completed.Before that comes to a head, the renovations must be agreed upon by Jacksonville's mayor, the Jacksonville city council and the team. If all sides accept the terms of the agreement, the next step would be submitting the proposal for league approval, which...

Jaguars could be pushed out of Jacksonville for two years

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