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FLOYD MAYWEATHER AND MANNY PACQUIAO SET FOR PROFESSIONAL REMACH IN LAS VEGAS IN SEPTEMBER

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Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao are set to face each other in a stunning rematch in Las Vegas this September.

THE LEGACY OF THE ‘POINT GOD’: OUTSTANDING CAREER WITH A CONTROVERSIAL GOODBYE

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Earlier this month, Chris Paul announced that he was retiring from the NBA while still in his 21st season – it was the second time news about him rocked the basketball world. The first time came in early December after the Los Angeles Clippers dismissed Paul while being in the middle of a five-day road trip. It was a painful, messy basketball divorce.

“We are parting ways with Chris, and he will no longer be a part of the team,” Clippers executive Lawrence Frank said. “We will work with him on the next step of his career. Chris is a legendary Clipper who has had a historic career. I want to make one thing very clear. No one is blaming Chris for our underperformance. I accept responsibility for the record we have right now. There are a lot of reasons why we’ve struggled. We’re grateful for the impact Chris has made on the franchise.”

This statement left the NBA speechless. Paul is widely regarded as one of the greatest point guards in league history. Despite never winning a championship ring, he left a profound impact on every franchise he represented and on countless teammates. Nicknamed the “Point God,” he built his reputation on elite passing – becoming a five-time assist champion – surgical court vision, and an unwavering competitive drive that led him to be selected to the All-NBA team 11 times in his 21 year-career.

At just six feet tall, the North Carolina native understood he had to develop skills and tools to compensate for his height deficit and get separation from other playmakers. And so, he did – Paul mastered ball-handling, developed a lethal mid-range jumper, and became a disruptive defender, eventually becoming a nine-time All-Defensive team selection and six-time Steal Champion.

For more than two decades, he embodied consistency, repeatedly proving himself a generational talent, eventually leading him to become part of the NBA 75th Anniversary Team.

Paul played two years at Wake Forest University in his home state. After a couple of stunning seasons, he declared for the 2005 NBA Draft. The New Orleans Hornets selected him as the fourth overall pick. During his inaugural professional campaign, the star point guard averaged 16.1 points, 5.1 rebounds, 7.8 assists, and 2.2 steals per game and won the NBA Rookie of the Year award.

CP3 spent six seasons in New Orleans before they traded him to the Los Angeles Clippers. There, he formed a dynamic trio with Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan; they became notorious for their fast-paced offense. Often punctuated by spectacular alley-oops, they became known as “Lob City.”Paul orchestrated the offense; Griffin and Jordan finished above the rim. The Clippers were entertaining and competitive, but they never broke through to the NBA Finals.

For more than two decades, he embodied consistency, repeatedly proving himself a generational talent, eventually leading him to become part of the NBA 75th Anniversary Team.

The Clippers were entertaining and competitive, but they never broke through to the NBA Finals.

KARA BRAXTON, TWO TIME WNBA CHAMPION, DIES AT AT 43

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Decorated basketball standout Kara Braxton has died at 43, the WNBA announced Sunday.

"It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of 2x champion Kara Braxton," the league shared in a statement.

No cause of death has been released.

USA STARS COME OUT ON TOP IN NBA ALL-STAR TOURNAMENT, BEATING USA STRIPES IN FINAL

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Anthony Edwards and Tyrese Maxey sparked the USA Stars over USA Stripes 47-21 in Sunday’s final of the 75 th NBA All-Star Game tournament. Maxey scored nine points while Edwards and Chet Holmgren added eight each as young Stars talent overwhelmed the veteran-laden USA Stripes in the championship game at Intuit Dome, home of the Los Angeles Clippers. “We chose to compete today and we came out on top,” said Edwards, the Minnesota Timberwolves guard who won the NBA All-Star Game Most Valuable Player award.

SERENA WILLIAMS TRAINING FOR COMEBACK, SAYS EX-COACH

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Tennis icon, Serena Williams’ former coach, Rick Macci, believes the 23-time Grand Slam champion is preparing for a return to competitive tennis, revealing that the 44-year-old is intensifying her training ahead of a possible comeback.

SIMONE BILES’ HUSBAND JONATHAN OWENS REVEALS HE NEARLY BECAME A VICTIM OF ROBBERY DURING THE WINTER OLYMPIC

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Jonathan Owens recently had an unexpected moment while visiting Italy for the 2026 Winter Olympics with his wife, Simone Biles.

Shortly after the couple made a surprise appearance at the Games, the Chicago Bears player revealed on X that someone attempted to grab his shopping bag while he was out in Milan. In a post shared on Feb. 15, Owens explained that a person tried to snatch the bag from his hand. Fortunately, he had wrapped the strap around his wrist out of habit, which prevented the thief from taking it. He said the individual quickly ran away when the attempt failed, adding that the experience was still shocking.

When a social media user commented that it seemed like a bold move considering Owens’ profession, the 30 year old responded with humor.
He joked that the person was not particularly fast and said their arms were moving faster than their legs. Owens added that the would be thief appeared surprised once he realized Owens had turned around and still had hold of the bag.

Another user suggested that Owens should have tackled the person, but he replied that there was no need. Since the bag was secured around his
hand, he felt confident it could not be taken. He also noted that he had seen similar incidents online and was already cautious about keeping his belongings secure.

Meanwhile, Biles gave fans a glimpse into their day, sharing a photo on her Instagram Stories of the couple shopping at Bottega Veneta in Italy. She captioned the image with a playful note about being spoiled.

The couple also attended the men’s single figure skating competition on Feb. 13. While at the event, Biles praised the athletes competing on the ice. She told the audience that although she can skate, she does not have the skills displayed by the Olympians. She expressed admiration for their talent and said she was excited to watch them perform.

Other celebrities have also been spotted at the Milano Cortina Games. Jake Paul became emotional while watching his fiancée set a record in speed skating, and Snoop Dogg participated in a curling practice session as part of his role covering the Olympic.

MINNESOTA VIKINGS RECEIVER FOUND DEAD AT INDIANA HOME

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The Minnesota Vikings have led tributes to wide receiver Rondale Moore after the 25-year-old was found dead at his home in New Albany, Indiana.

EX-NFL STAR DEAD AT 54 DURING BRIEF FAMILY TRIP

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Tre' Johnson, a former NFL offensive lineman best known for his years with the Washington Commanders, has died. He was 54.

Johnson passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Sunday, Feb. 15, while on a brief family trip, his wife, Irene, confirmed in a Facebook post.

“His four children, Chloe, EJ, EZ and Eden, extended family, friends, and I are devastated and in shock,” Irene wrote. “If you knew Tre’, you knew how deeply he loved being a father.”

She said he rarely missed a practice or game and built his schedule around his children’s activities.

During his NFL career, Johnson was drafted out of Temple University with the 31st overall pick in 1994, according to ESPN. He spent the bulk of his career in Washington before a stint with the Cleveland Browns and a final return to the capital.

Over nine seasons, he appeared in 93 regular-season games with 72 starts, per NBC Sports.

Known for his strength and durability on the field, he earned All-Pro honors and the respect of teammates and coaches alike.

After retiring from football, Johnson pursued a second calling in education. He worked as a history teacher at the Landon School in Bethesda, Maryland, where he mentored students and led diversity discussions.

Irene noted that recent health challenges had forced him to take a leave of absence, though his death still came as a shock.

In a statement, the Washington Commanders said they were heartbroken over the loss of their former All-Pro guard and extended condolences to his loved ones.

“We are thinking of his family and friends during this difficult time,” the team shared.

Johnson is survived by his wife and their four children, who, Irene said, were the center of his world. “We will miss him more than words can say,” she wrote, thanking friends and fans for their prayers and support as the family navigates the days ahead. Funeral arrangements have not yet been announced, and the cause of death has not been publicly disclosed. The family has asked for privacy during this time as they grieve privately.