Uncertainty and intrigue often surround the No. 1 overall pick heading into a draft. In some years, however, one prospect emerges from the field, and the only uncertainty is whether that player will live up to the massive hype. Enter Victor Wembanyama, the 7-foot-4, 19-year-old out of France, who is universally projected to go No.… Continue reading Top 20 most-hyped draft prospects ever: Rankings across NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, WNBA
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Bookmakers break down NBA, NHL Playoffs, big bets
Patrick Everson FOX Sports Betting Analyst With football season still months away, there’s nothing like a good Game 7 to keep the sports betting juices flowing. Thankfully — or perhaps we should say hopefully — the Boston Celtics and Miami Heat are prepared to deliver just that on Monday night to cap Memorial Day weekend.… Continue reading Bookmakers break down NBA, NHL Playoffs, big bets
Sportsbooks seeing huge action on Nuggets; NBA Finals sharp, big bets
Patrick Everson FOX Sports Betting Analyst No Steph Curry. No LeBron James. No Jayson Tatum or Giannis Antetokounmpo. No throwback Los Angeles Lakers vs. Boston Celtics matchup. Also, no problem, at least from one sportsbook’s perspective on NBA Finals odds. After all, there’s still two-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokić and his red-hot Denver Nuggets and… Continue reading Sportsbooks seeing huge action on Nuggets; NBA Finals sharp, big bets
NBA, NHL and MLB unveil a 30-second ad promoting responsible sports betting
The NBA, NHL and Major League Baseball have joined forces to produce a 30-second ad promoting responsible sports betting. The “Never Know What’s Next” commercial unveiled Tuesday is a coordination of the three leagues, sportsbook operators DraftKings, Fanatics, PENN Entertainment and the National Council on Problem Gambling. Scott Kaufman-Ross, the NBA’s senior VP and head… Continue reading NBA, NHL and MLB unveil a 30-second ad promoting responsible sports betting
‘Bear Bets’: Group Chat’s best bets on Belmont, NBA Finals
Bear Bets is back and ready to go, as a few major titles are on the line. FOX Sports’ digital gambling show returned this week to discuss the Belmont Stakes, NBA Finals and Stanley Cup Final. Chris “The Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz were rejoined by Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill in the Group Chat… Continue reading ‘Bear Bets’: Group Chat’s best bets on Belmont, NBA Finals
NBA Veteran and Father of Warriors Star, Mitchell Wiggins, Passes Away at 64
The basketball world is mourning the loss of Mitchell Wiggins, a former NBA shooting guard for teams like the Houston Rockets and Chicago Bulls, and the father of Golden State Warriors star Andrew Wiggins. Mitchell Wiggins passed away at the age of 64, leaving behind a legacy both on and off the court. Wiggins had… Continue reading NBA Veteran and Father of Warriors Star, Mitchell Wiggins, Passes Away at 64
Celebrated Fashion Designer Waraire Boswell Dies at 48
Waraire Boswell, the acclaimed fashion designer renowned for his bespoke creations for NBA stars and celebrities, has passed away at the age of 48. Boswell died on July 31, 2024, in Los Angeles, California. While the cause of his death remains undisclosed, it was revealed that he had been battling a private health issue. Boswell,… Continue reading Celebrated Fashion Designer Waraire Boswell Dies at 48
NBA Legend Joe “Jellybean” Bryant Passes Away at 69
Joe “Jellybean” Bryant, the former NBA player and father of the late basketball superstar Kobe Bryant, has died at the age of 69. The news of his passing was announced by his alma mater and confirmed by multiple sources. Bryant, a Philadelphia basketball hero, had an impressive career spanning eight seasons in the NBA, playing… Continue reading NBA Legend Joe “Jellybean” Bryant Passes Away at 69
Legendary NBA Executive Pat Williams Passes Away at 84
Pat Williams, a pivotal figure in NBA history and co-founder of the Orlando Magic, has died at the age of 84. Williams, known for his innovative marketing strategies and enduring impact on basketball, passed away on Wednesday due to complications from viral pneumonia. His death marks the end of a distinguished career that spanned over… Continue reading Legendary NBA Executive Pat Williams Passes Away at 84
Jerry West Dies at 86
Jerry West, an NBA legend whose silhouette is believed to be the inspiration for the NBA logo, has died at the age of 86. West, a three-time Basketball Hall of Famer, passed away on Wednesday morning. Known for his high-scoring prowess and sharpshooting skills, West played as a guard for the Los Angeles Lakers and… Continue reading Jerry West Dies at 86
Farewell to ‘The Jet’: Basketball Legend Chet Walker Dies at 84
Chet Walker, a Hall of Fame basketball player known for his exceptional career with the Philadelphia 76ers and Chicago Bulls, has passed away at the age of 84. Walker, affectionately nicknamed “The Jet” for his speed, was a seven-time NBA All-Star and a member of the 1967 NBA championship team with the 76ers. His death… Continue reading Farewell to ‘The Jet’: Basketball Legend Chet Walker Dies at 84
Legendary NBA Star Bill Walton Dies at 71: A Champion On and Off the Court
606 Bill Walton, the legendary NBA Hall of Famer renowned for his incredible career and vibrant personality, has died at the age of 71 after a prolonged battle with cancer. Walton’s illustrious career saw him winning championships at every level of basketball—high school, college at UCLA, and professionally with the Portland Trail Blazers and Boston… Continue reading Legendary NBA Star Bill Walton Dies at 71: A Champion On and Off the Court