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THINGS TO CARE ABOUT
Is Kawhi’s next team the favorite? … With Kevin Durant off the market, Kawhi Leonard is the next big prize in NBA free agency. Obviously, whichever team picks him up will cruise toward the Finals, right? Well, not so fast. Our NBA experts break down Kawhi’s possible destinations, and what they all mean for next season’s playoff chances. Read More
“Hefty Lefty” gone too soon … Kentucky standout and former NFL quarterback Jared Lorenzen died Wednesday after a battle with cardiac and renal issues. He was 38 years old. The QB gained celebrity in college because of his record-setting passing accomplishments and his size, weighing in at more than 300 pounds. Former teammate Eli Manning said in a statement that he will always remember his friend for his “competitive spirit and good nature.” Read More
Cuckoo for Coco … On Monday, Coco Gauff made a splash by taking down Venus Williams in the first round at Wimbledon. Then this 15-year-old had the audacity to advance again on Wednesday, making our past selves look extra lame in comparison. At an age when most of us mere mortals were just out here trying to get learner’s permits, Gauff is preparing to play in the third round at Wimbledon. We’re just saying you should probably remember her name. Read More
Get your jerseys now … The USWNT is making a run at the Women’s World Cup, and fans are responding in record numbers. Nike says the U.S. women’s home stadium jersey is now the top-selling soccer jersey — men’s or women’s — ever sold on its website, while Fanatics has it as the top U.S. soccer national team jersey of all time. Imagine how many people will be wearing them if the U.S. manages to win it all on Sunday. Read More
LONG WEEKEND BINGE READS
“The Poker Brat” is born … If you know anything about poker, you know Phil Hellmuth, the brash and controversial champion who’s known as much for his mouth as he is for his play. Thirty years ago, he made history by becoming the youngest WSOP champion ever, beating the legendary Johnny Chan in heads-up play. Here’s the inside story of the birth of “The Poker Brat.” Read More
Football and life on the border … Leo Ramos’ mother has never seen him play football. Leo is the only member of his family to be born in the United States. His mother and his four younger siblings live in Tamaulipas, Mexico and because of government regulations they cannot travel to the U.S. So close, yet a world away. Despite these realities, Leo and his teammates try to find a sense of home on both sides of the border, in a town where football is different from other places in America. Read More
A universe exists in which the Knicks did not botch free agency …The New York Knicks, one of the most storied franchises in all of sports, did not get Kevin Durant. Or Kyrie Irving. In fact, it looks like all their free agency targets are going to other teams, leaving them with … what, exactly? After missing out on the big stars, they’ve made some shrewd moves, building a veteran team with depth at every position. And yet, do they deserve credit for cleaning up a mess of their own making? Read More
THINGS TO WATCH
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Sean Farnham and Richard Jefferson disagree over the impact Kawhi Leonard joining the Lakers could have on the NBA.
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Jalen Rose is hearing Kawhi Leonard will resign in Toronto for a 2-year deal, so he’s eligible for the most money at the end of that deal.
OVERHEARD
“Wah, wah, wah. It’s like, we’re at the World Cup. … I don’t think anyone truly believes we disrespect the game or disrespect our opponents. … We work hard. We like to play hard.”
— Megan Rapinoe, on criticism of Alex Morgan’s tea-sipping celebration.Read more
REMEMBER WHEN?
On this date in 1939, Lou Gehrig considered himself the luckiest man on the face of the Earth. Watch
WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND?
Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest (Women’s, 10:45 a.m. ET Thursday, ESPN App; Men’s, 12 p.m. ET, ESPN2): It’s finally here. The 2019 Hot Dog Eating Contest features the legendary Joey Chestnut defending his Mustard Belt against Carmen Cincotti and Matt Stonie. Look upon their ability to consume, ye mighty, and despair! You can probably manage only two or three at YOUR Fourth of July cookout. To prepare, check out how Stonie plans to take down Chestnut. Read more
World Series of Poker Main Event (9 p.m. ET Thursday, ESPN2): Jeopardy James might have been knocked out in the earlier rounds, but we’ll have plenty of action as the World Series of Poker enters its second day. There’s a guaranteed $1 million at stake, but considering that John Cynn’s win netted him $8.8 million last year, you can bet the competition will be intense.
UFC 239: Jones vs. Santos (10 p.m. ET Saturday, UFC PPV): Can anyone legitimately beat Jon “Bones” Jones? Does he even have any weaknesses in the Octagon? Thiago Santos will try to figure that out on Saturday. You can catch the prelims at 6:15 p.m. ET on ESPN+ and the undercard at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN. Read more
USA vs. Netherlands (11 a.m. ET Sunday, Fox): This one’s for it all. From its 13-goal debut to its gutty win against England, the USWNT has made a statement at this Women’s World Cup. Now, all the Americans need is 90 more dominant minutes to bring home the biggest prize in the sport.
Brazil vs. Peru (3:52 p.m. ET Sunday, ESPN+): Brazil triumphed over Lionel Messi and rival Argentina in the lead-up to the Copa America final. Now all that’s standing in its way is Peru. This one’s gonna be good.
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