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Charles Barkley made a lot of ears go up when he said professional sports players should get preferential treatment regarding the coronavirus vaccine because they “pay more taxes.” Barkley frequently blurts out controversial statements during his entertaining analysis for TNT’s “Inside the NBA.” It has propelled him to pop culture prominence and helped him win…

We are mercifully concluding what has been undoubtedly the most tumultuous year in America in more than a century, if not all time. Adversity can cripple the weak and unstable, but it also tends to bring out the best in others. Below were 10 of the best athletes and teams who managed to thrive despite…

1. Kobe Bryant The world was stunned by the deaths of Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna. Many children lost their hero, idol, and favorite player. Kobe Bryant left a massive legacy for the world always to know the “Black Mamba.” 2. Chadwick Boseman Anybody, young or old, felt the pain and sadness of losing…

Shaquille O’Neal provided a bit of insight as to why he’s a first-time voter at the age of 48. O’Neal revealed why he hasn’t voted during an interview with USA TODAY Sports on Oct. 27. “I don’t have any excuses, but I didn’t have time,” O’Neal said when asked about his lack of participation in…

Boosie wasn’t so “bad” during the taping of a podcast with the person who was once known as “the baddest man on the planet.” Mike Tyson recently released the latest episode of his podcast, “Hotboxin’ With Mike Tyson.” Boosie served as the guest and Tyson used the episode to give the outspoken rapper lessons on…

Ayesha Curry nearly broke the internet on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, when she decided to debut a new look. The wife of NBA star Steph Curry posted a photo on Instagram wearing a blonde wig with the caption, “Mom goes blonde (temporarily).” The post was viewed nearly 2.5 million times in 15 hours. But while Ayesha…

On Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020, at the International Sports Arena, Stone Mountain, Georgia, some of the best athletes will get an opportunity to showcase their skills with the hopes of furthering their education. The HBCU Elite 100 Showcase is a camp that provides 100 male basketball players in high school — juniors, seniors and recent…

Raheem Morris has been named as the interim head coach of the Atlanta Falcons. On Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, the Falcons announced the firing of head coach Dan Quinn after the team’s 0-5 start to the season, according to ESPN. Morris, who served as the team’s defensive coordinator, will take over a team that has…

Shaquille O’Neal understands that the NBA lifestyle can, at times, lead to reckless behavior. When young men are given millions before the age of 25, some players will make immature decisions. The hectic travel schedule of NBA players could also lead to issues in terms of relationships. When asked about what he would want for…

The Nov. 3 election could change the direction of America. In sports, several voting initiatives have encouraged former and current athletes to vote. But while social justice has been at the forefront of the NBA’s return to action in 2020, only 20 percent of players voted in the 2016 election, according to ESPN. The…

A family feud that started off the NFL field turned into a physical battle on the field on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020, when Jalen Ramsey of the Los Angeles Rams came to blows with Golden Tate of the New York Giants. The two have a history together, which centers around Tate’s sister, Breanna Tate. Ramsey…

The NBA has made a point to promote racial equality. Following the uprising that occurred after the killing of George Floyd, the league permitted players to wear powerful statements, such as “Black Lives Matter,” “Vote” and “Equality” on the back of each jersey. The Atlanta Hawks took things a step further by honoring Atlanta native…

Former NFL MVP Cam Newton will be sidelined on Oct. 4 after testing positive for the coronavirus. On Oct. 2, the New England Patriots shared that a player tested positive for COVID-19. However, they did not reveal the player’s name. On Oct. 3, the NFL Network reported that Newton was the player and would not…

Kyrie Irving is facing backlash over a statement he made that appeared to be a shot at his former teammate, LeBron James. On Oct. 1, Irving, 28, was a guest on Kevin Durant’s “The Etcs” podcast. During the episode, Irving and Durant, who are teammates on the Brooklyn Nets, discussed who would take the last…

Master P’s son, Mercy Miller, could be the next top recruit to consider attending an HBCU. On Sept. 30, Miller and his family announced that he received an offer to play basketball at Hampton University. Miller, a 6-4 freshmen point guard at Minnesota’s Minnehaha Academy High School, is currently the No. 3 ranked player in…

While fans were rooting for Serena Williams to pull through at the 2020 French Open, she has been forced to withdraw due to an injury. The 39-year-old tennis star made the announcement on Wednesday, Sept. 30, ahead of her match against Bulgarian tennis star Tsvetana Pironkova. “It’s my Achilles that didn’t have enough time to…

Jay-Z continues to push for diversity in the NFL. On Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020, the NFL and Jay-Z’s RocNation announced that Jesse Collins will serve as the executive producer of the Super Bowl’s halftime show, according to Deadline. With Collins serving as executive producer for the 2021 Super Bowl, he will be the first Black…

On Sept. 26, several top-notch figures in business, technology, sports, music, and film will be present at the 2020 RIDE Conference. The 4th annual Rolling Out Innovation Digital Entertainment Conference will be virtual as attendees will be allowed to witness panels and sessions featuring Dame Dash, Yandy Smith, Master P, Goodie Mob and more. The…

Charles Barkley is facing backlash for comments he made about Breonna Taylor. On Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020, Barkley and his fellow commentators on “Inside of NBA,” Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith and Shaquille O’Neal, shared their thoughts about the case before the Los Angeles Lakers faced off against the Denver Nuggets. Barkley suggested that Taylor’s death…