What You Need To Know About Sports Most Fashionable Night - The ESPYs

(Podcast length - 5:10 mins)

The ESPYs are like the Golden Globes – you get the best of both worlds. It’s the one night of the year where athletes and celebrities gather to celebrate the achievements in the world of sports while giving us the summer red carpet we’ve all been missing.

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1. Typically, the awards show takes place on a Wednesday in July after the MLB (Major League Baseball) All-Star Game, referred to as “Black Wednesday,” the one day a year where there are no live sports. This year, with leagues playing COVID adjusted schedules, there is no dark day to hold the event. So that means there will likely be no Olympians, MLB (Major League Baseball) or WNBA (Women’s National Basketball Association) players or members of the Phoenix Suns or Milwaukee Bucks who are playing in the NBA (National Basketball Association) Finals in attendance. There’s a chance the Stanley Cup Finals (NHL - National Hockey League) will be over by then, but it’s not a sure bet. ZOOM CALL

2. Just because there will be no Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird sighting on the red carpet, it doesn’t mean you’ll be disappointed. The fashion game will undoubtedly be impressive when Lindsey Vonn, Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union, Russell Wilson and Ciara and LeBron James (likely promoting Space Jam 2) step into the spotlight. BEST ESPY LOOKS

3. Unlike the Oscars, where you’ve never heard of most of the movies, the fans get a say who receives some of the awards like the best athlete in women’s sports, best game and best team. EVERY VOTE COUNTS

4. ESPN can put together a video package that’ll pull at your heartstrings while leaving you inspired, and the awards at the ESPYs are no different. Here’s a quick summary of each of the major awards:

Chris Nikic, the first person with Down syndrome to complete a full IRONMAN triathlon, will receive the Jimmy V Award for Perseverance.
Four-time WNBA champion and two-time Olympic medalist Maya Moore will receive the Arthur Ashe Award Courage Award. She is being recognized for her work to free Jonathan Irons, who she felt was wrongly convicted of a crime. She stepped away from her career to work to free him. (Ultimately, he was released).
Manchester United (European soccer) star Marcus Rashford rallied Parliament during COVID to support children who received free lunch pre-pandemic, securing a $556 million grant to provide meals into 2021. For his work that impacted 1.7 million children, he will receive the Pat Tillman Award for Service.

5. Actor Anthony Mackie, known for his many movie roles but especially in the Marvel series, will add ESPY host to his lengthy resume. Mackie is expected to poke fun at some of the best athletes on the planet in his opening monologue, which could be scarier than any script he’s encountered. Unlike most red carpet events, this one will take place at The Rooftop at Pier 17 at the Seaport in New York City. GET YOUR GAME FACE ON

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LAST NIGHT'S GAME 5/26/21 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 5/26/21

Milk Chugging, Women Racing Alongside The Men and Snake Pits – Why The Indy 500 Is Worth Watching

Memorial Day’s favorite sporting event.

Photo: Instagram/Bravo (RHOBH season premiere is May 19).

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(Podcast length - 5:05 mins)

Start your summer by cruising with the windows down, the wind blowing through your hair and a smile on your face. That’s how Indy fans prefer their Memorial Day too.

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1. Move over Gatorade; milk is the drink of the winners at International Motor Speedway. The tradition that involves the winner swigging milk began in 1936 with Louis Meyer, whose go-to drink after a win was a refreshing glass of milk. An overjoyed milk executive spotted the act, and the rest is history. MILK…IT QUENCHES YOUR THIRST, SAID NO ONE EVER

2. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is also known as the Brickyard. It’s called the Brickyard because the track used to be made of bricks, which are still exposed under the asphalt at the start-finish line. It’s a tradition for the drivers to kiss these bricks before the race. We cannot confirm or deny if that’s where cold sores come from. YOUR KISS IS ON MY LIPS

3. The race isn’t just for men. In its history, 10 women have raced at Indy, with Danica Patrick setting the record for the highest finishing position for a woman with a third-place finish in 2005. She is also the first woman to ever lead a lap at the Indy 500. Making history this race is the Paretta Autosport team with driver Simona de Silvestro. The team, which consists of mostly women, became the first female driver/owner duo in IndyCar Series history to qualify for the Indianapolis 500. MOVE OVER, COMING THROUGH

4. While you might not be familiar with the Indy 500, there will be familiar faces on the broadcast with retired IndyCar and NASCAR (National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing) driver Danica Patrick joining Mike Tirico and retired NASCAR (and current Indy Car road course driver) Jimmie Johnson in the booth. This year’s race is all about the youth movement, but six-time Indy 500 winner Scott “Iceman” Dixon beat out Colton Herta, the 21-year-old American, and Rinus VeeKay, 20, for pole position (i.e., the best place to start the race). EAT MY DUST

5. Something you never thought you’d want to know, yet here we are. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is considered one of the world’s largest spectator facilities with more than 250,000 permanent seats and average attendance at the Indy 500 of 300,000. Only 135,000 fans will be in attendance for this year’s race. The infield is 253 acres, which usually (in non-COVID years) hosts an EDM concert in the Snake Pit and includes a golf course. Churchill Downs, Yankee Stadium, Rose Bowl Stadium, Vatican City, the Taj Mahal, the White House, Liberty Island and the Roman Colosseum could simultaneously fit inside the Speedway. THE BIG HOUSE

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LAST NIGHT'S GAME 5/12/21 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 5/12/21

Athletes Who Own Professional Sports Teams

Only the best will do.

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(Podcast length - 5 mins)

Have money make money?

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1. Athletes and the biggest names in Hollywood love investing in women’s sports, especially the NWSL (National Women’s Soccer League). Angel City FChas the most notable investors, including Jennifer Garner, Natalie Portman, Eva Longoria and athletes Mia Hamm, Serena Williams, Candace Parker and her daughter Lailaa and tennis icon and activist Billie Jean King. Not to be outdone, NHL (National Hockey League) superstar Alex Ovechkin (Washington Spirit) and the No. 2 tennis player in the world (and the highest-paid female athlete ever) Naomi Osaka, is now an owner of North Carolina Courage. SMART INVESTING

2. The hot ticket item (after an NWSL team) is buying a stake in a NASCAR (National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing) team. Both Michael Jordan and Mr. Worldwide himself, Pitbull, became owners of a NASCAR team before this year’s season started. Jordan’s team is a new team led by the only Black driver in the pro circuit of NASCAR, Bubba Wallace. The car features Jordan’s longtime jersey number No. 23. Pitbull is the co-owner of the Trackhouse Racing Team, which has the No. 99 car of Daniel Suarez. FAST MONEY

3. Joining Justin Timberlake as an NBA (National Basketball Association) owner are the NFL’s (National Football League) Larry Fitzgerald (Phoenix Suns) and Aaron Rodgers (Milwaukee Bucks). Former NBA players Shaquille O’Neal (Sacramento Kings) and Dwyane Wade (Utah Jazz) have diversified their assets with team ownership. HOOP DREAMS

4. One sport that you might not think of is Esports. The sport is the fastest growing sport globally, with viewers watching more than 2.1 billion hours of Esports videos worldwide. You may have heard of cities across the country building dedicated Esports arenas, and that’s why. David Beckham, also the owner of Inter Miami CF (MLS), launched Guild Esports in 2020. The company has already gone public on the London Stock Exchange. He joins the long list of athlete investors in Esports, including Steph Curry (Team SoloMid), Alex Rodriguez (NRG Esports), Michael Jordan (aXiomatic), Michael Strahan (NRG Esports) and Mike Tyson (Team Fade 2 Karma). NUMBERS DON’T LIE

5. LeBron James has his hands in everything and it all seems to be turning to gold with his stake in Liverpool FC, who won the UEFA Championship in 2019. Also looking for a return on their investment is the NBA’s Kevin Durant, an owner of the Philadelphia Union (MLS – Major League Soccer). GOAL!

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LAST NIGHT'S GAME 4/22/21 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 4/22/21

How The Sports World Is Saving Mother Earth

From sheep lawnmowers to vegan-only concession stands.

(Podcast length - 4:15 mins)

How far are you willing to go to save Mother Earth? Well for these teams, the sky’s the limit.

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1. The Green Rovers, a soccer team from Western England, is leading the charge to go green. They claim the title as the only vegan football (i.e., soccer) club in the world. Since 2015, there have been no animal products for sale in the stadium. Some of the players eat non-vegan outside of the stadium (and there are paparazzi photos to prove it), but some have adopted the vegan lifestyle. The team is also the world’s first U.N. certified carbon-neutral sports club. NO MEAT PIES FOR YOU

2. From medals made of recycled consumer electronics to recycled cardboard beds, expect the Tokyo Summer Olympics to set the bar high when it comes to a sustainable Games. Anyone can reduce their carbon footprint by using fuel-efficient vehicles and existing venues, but Japan is taking it one step further using post-consumer plastic packaging collected throughout Japan to create the medal podiums. Not to be outdone, organizers are aiming to achieve 100 percent renewable energy for the electricity used to power the Games. DOING THEIR PART

3. Pocono Motor Speedway’s (NASCAR - National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing) green efforts not only benefit the earth but you. The raceway runs completely on solar power and has sheep for lawn mowers. But they have an industry-specific problem – what to do with as many as 600 used tires after a race? Answer – recycle. The recycled residue from old tires is used in everyday items such as portable speed bumps, the anti-fatigue mat in your kitchen or playgrounds. WHERE THE RUBBER HITS THE ROAD

4. Home field advantage for some sports teams is an urban farm. Fenway Park, one of the oldest stadiums in baseball, was granted its LEED certification. The home of the Boston Red Sox (MLB) also has a rooftop farm that generates 5,900 pounds of produce annually to be used in the stadium. The home of the San Francisco 49ers boasts a 27,000-square foot rooftop farm that generates 500 pounds of produce monthly. BATTING FOR BROCCOLI

5. The Cleveland Indians were the first MLB (Major League Baseball) team to install a wind turbine to power their stadium. Others have since followed. Although the Indians can boast that their stadium is 100 percent powered by renewable energy from wind power. BLOWN AWAY

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LAST NIGHT'S GAME 4/14/21 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 4/14/21

You Can Thank These Athletes For Your Next Hangover

Cocktails and sports? We’re here for it.

(Podcast length - 5:54 mins)

Whether you’re ready to hit the town or looking to stay in, these athletes will have you saying, pass the Advil.

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1. There’s nothing Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson can’t do. From college football to wrestling to acting he’s now added the founder of Teremana tequila to his list of accomplishments. His tequila is one of the fastest-growing celebrity spirits in history. While The Rock seems to have the corner on the celebrity tequila market, look out for LeBron James (Lobos 1707) and Michael Jordan (Cincoro), both investors in the tequila market. GUAC IT TO ME

2. Former NBA (National Basketball Association) player Amare Stoudemire was known for bathing in red wine to help his post-game recovery. Hence, it’s no surprise that the former member of the Phoenix Suns and Israeli citizen created his own kosher wine. MAZEL TOV

3. Like a fine wine, Danica Patrick only gets better. The retired racecar driver has gone from breaking the glass ceiling in racing to wine. One might say her career drove her to drink, but she’s accomplishing a dream in retirement. No, really. Her Napa Valley vineyard Somnium means “dream” in Latin. FROM THE FINISH LINE TO THE GRAPEVINE

4. A glass of fine wine and announcer Jim Nantz have something in common. They’re both smooth and are likely to put you to sleep (in a good way in Nantz's case) after consuming for an hour or two. Nantz, the soothing voice of the Masters and NFL on CBS, is behind the Healdsburg, CA winery The Calling. Also known for their time on the golf course and in the wine world are veteran golfers Ernie Els (Ernie Els Wines) and Greg Norman (Greg Norman Estates). CLOSEOUT THE DAY AT THE 19TH HOLE (AKA THE BAR)

5. LeBron James doesn’t shy away from his admiration for wine (or apparently tequila) and neither do retired NBA players Dwyane Wade and Yao Ming. Ming is one of the tallest ever to play the game and the Shanghai native is fully invested in his St. Helena, CA vineyard. However, Yao Family Wines aren’t your daily drinkers at around $100+ a bottle. Dwyane Wade’s brand, Wade Cellars, resides in Napa Valley. Wade knew he always wanted to be in the wine industry, so here’s the chance to toast him with the fruit of his labor. WE’LL DRINK TO THAT

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LAST NIGHT'S GAME 1/27/21 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 1/27/21

Five Unwritten Rules Of Sports

We made these mistakes so you don't have to.

(Podcast length 5:57 mins - the transcript is below)

If you don't know, then now you know.

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1. Don’t walk across the green. Have you ever seen golfers squat behind the ball before they putt? They’re lining up their shot - imagine an actual line from the ball to the hole. That’s why you NEVER EVER walk across the green. If you walk across the green and end up walking through another golfer’s line, their ball could rollover your footprint and possibly change direction. While walking through someone’s line is disrespectful and annoying, it’s best to stay off the green as much as possible. Better to be safe than sorry!

2. Kick the ball out of bounds if an opposing player is hurt. This is one of the more sincere and compassionate unwritten rules of sports. In soccer, when a player gets hurt, the referee usually blows the whistle to stop play. However, the ref doesn’t always see it, therefore it is customary to kick the ball out of bounds. (This is assuming the player who hurt is actually down and not faking one of those Academy Award-winning performances we sometimes associate with soccer). Most of the time, the team that kicked the ball out will get it back, but even if your team doesn’t, it’s the right thing to do and you can pat yourself on the back for being a respectful opponent.

3. Don’t bunt during a no-hitter. It’s no secret that being on the opposite side of a no-hitter in baseball sucks. It’s pretty dang embarrassing for the other team. But for the pitcher, it’s a feat unlike any other. The first thought for the team up against the pitcher would be to bunt -just an easy little tap and then an all-out sprint to first base. Simple, right? Just one hit, and the frustration ends? No. Nope. Can’t do it. Why? Well, even though there’s no written rule for it, it’s a respect thing, so don’t do it.

4. Don’t shoot a last-second basket when your team is up. This one might seem like a no-brainer when your basketball team is up by a lot, and the other team is dragging a bit because they know they’re not going to win. It would be super easy to run the length of the court and hit the most impressive slam dunk of all time. Don’t do it. There’s no reason to do it except to embarrass yourself and the losing team. It’s disrespectful and adds nothing to the game itself. Although nobody can technically stop you, an earful from your coach and some snide remarks from opposing players will be sure to follow.

5. Don’t even think about an onside kick if you’re demolishing the other team. This unwritten rule in football is similar to not shooting a last-second basket when you’re up by a lot. An onside kick is a kickoff strategy that involves the kicking team kicking the ball more laterally and a shorter distance so their team can more easily retrieve the ball. When you’re up by a lot in football, an onside kick is flashy, obnoxious, and there’s really no reason for your team to need the ball back when they’re not receiving. Not onside kicking when you’re up by a lot is just a respect thing. Just like running up the score a bunch just because you can is disrespectful, so is this. Be a good sport.

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LAST NIGHT'S GAME 12/29/20 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 12/29/20

The 5 Most Memorable Moments Of 2020

Sports transcended real life this year and, in many cases, led the charge for change.

(Podcast length 6:47 mins - the transcript is below)

2020 - a year unlike any other. Here are the moments to remember, for better or for worse.

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1. The year started with a punch to the gut when basketball legend Kobe Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and seven others died in a morning helicopter crash. The shock wave was felt around the world, impacting the greatest of athletes to the everyday person. Their legend lives on through the Mamba and Mambacita Foundation and their work in making sports accessible to all. We hope in 2021 that Orange County (where the Bryant family still calls home) will continue the tradition of “Kobe Bryant Day” on August 24 (8/24 - his two jersey numbers). In a bittersweet moment, the Lakers won their first championship since the Kobe era this year. THE LEGEND LIVES ON

2. 2020 was a tough year for many, but it was a year filled with milestones for women in sports. From the hiring of Kim Ng by the Miami Marlins as the first-ever female general manager in MLB (Major League Baseball) to Callie Brownson of the Cleveland Browns, who became the first woman to coach an NFL (National Football League) position group during a regular-season game. Brownson again made history when she and Jennifer King, Washington Football Team's full-year coaching intern and NFL official Sarah Thomas were part of the first regular-season game in NFL history to have a female coach on both sidelines and a female official. We can’t leave out DC United (MLS - Major League Soccer) hiring Danita Johnson as president of business operations, making her the first Black woman or man to serve as a team president and one of the highest-ranking female club executives in league history. CAN’T STOP, WON’T STOP

3. The topic that dominated 2020 and the world of sports, COVID-19. We’ll never forget March 11, the day sports stopped when Rudy Gobert of the NBA (National Basketball Association) tested positive for COVID, and it subsequently spread through the league. The sports world will remember the look of shock and disbelief on Mark Cuban’s face when he received notice courtside that the basketball season had been suspended. There were plenty of unknowns that led to a lack of confidence in any sports proceeding this year but led to playing in a bubble for some leagues and cancelled/rescheduled games in others. This year also brought us brilliant acts of COVID kindness from the sports community, new champions and, of course, resilience. WE SHALL PREVAIL

4. After the unexplained death of George Floyd, Brianna Taylor, Jacob Blake and so many countless others, athletes had had enough. The Milwaukee Bucks (NBA) led the movement that stopped sports in protest of the racial injustice in America. The movement that started in Milwaukee quickly spread across the NBA and the sports world. We saw NASCAR’s (National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing) Bubba Wallace become a household name after a noose was found in his garage at a race track. Wallace is the only Black driver on the professional circuit. The drivers came together and it led to changes, including NASCAR outlawing confederate flags at races. Superstars like LeBron James started “More Than A Vote,” a non-partisan organization to combat systemic, racist voter suppression. Their efforts included rallying sporting facilities to become polling places. While there is still a long way to go, leagues, owners and athletes across sports have listened to their communities. They have pledged millions of dollars to support programs, implement best practices and start a movement that will lead our country in the right direction. BETTER TOGETHER

5. While we were all quarantined, we binged watched a lot of TV. On the heels of the “Tiger King” phenomenon came Michael Jordan’s “Last Dance.” Because we were all at home glued to the TV for any sense of normalcy, the production of the series was moved up by a few months and it was a hit. Sports fans and non-sports fans rejoiced in Jordan’s victories and felt the pain of his perils. Since you haven’t made it until you’re a meme, there were plenty of Jordan memes to go around, like the one about him eating an entire pizza himself - and subsequently coming down with food poisoning. If you haven’t seen the series yet, you’re in for a treat. (Also, where have you been)? FOR THE WIN

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LAST NIGHT'S GAME 12/22/20 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 12/22/20

It's Back! The NBA Season Returns - The 5 Things You Need To Know

Expect the unexpected.

(Podcast length 5:23 mins - the transcript is below)

We know it seems like just yesterday that we wrapped up last season and you’re right – it was. While the players had the shortest off-season ever, we’re excited they’re back. Here’s what you can look forward to.

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1. The NBA (National Basketball Association) season may start today but the league has only released half of the season schedule. They did this to leave flexibility for cancelled and rescheduled games but we do know that the season has been shortened from 82 to 72 games. The NBA All-Star Game was scheduled to be in Indianapolis but it has been cancelled with those dates serving as a possibility to make up missed/cancelled games. (Indianapolis will instead get the big game in 2024). BEST LAID PLANS

2. The Los Angeles Lakers won the NBA championship on October 11 in the “bubble.” which makes for the shortest offseason ever (71 days) between seasons. There will be no bubble this year but the league has put in strict rules to keep players, coaches and personnel healthy including fining or suspending players for breaking the rules. Teams could also lose draft picks if they violate the rules. KICK ‘EM WHERE IT COUNTS

3. “Load management” has become a hot topic in the NBA. That means resting a healthy player (usually a star player) for a game with eyes on the postseason vs the game at hand. The league approved fines of up to $100,000 for resting a player during a nationally televised game. Why? Well, the league puts together these blockbuster matchups that are made for TV and if the big named players don’t play, viewer numbers fall. This will be more challenging for some teams vs. others with the Lakers playing 16 nationally televised games and seven teams have none on the schedule. DON’T BITE THE HAND THAT FEEDS YOU

4. Like many people during the cold winters, the Toronto Raptors have become snowbirds, moving to Tampa to play this season. The team relocated because of the travel restrictions between Canada and the U.S. but escaping cold weather sounds like a good idea too. Coming from the other side of the continent, the Golden State Warriors are scheduled to travel the most miles during the first half of the season – 20,871 flight miles. GOLD STATUS HERE WE COME

5. As strict as the league is being with the team personnel, there is no directive from the NBA on fans in the stands. Like the NFL (National Football League), they have left the decision on fans to individual teams and medical personnel. For now, five teams will be hosting fans - Cleveland Cavaliers, Houston Rockets, New Orleans Pelicans, Orlando Magic and Toronto Raptors (by way of Tampa). SOLD OUT CROWDS NO MORE

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LAST NIGHT'S GAME 7/30/20 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 7/30/20

Basketball Is Back - What You Need To Know

What you can expect from the unusual NBA season that restarts today.

(Podcast length 4 mins - transcript is below)

Life inside the bubble of the restart of the NBA season where teams are in it to win it.

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Remind me where we left off. The NBA (National Basketball Association) shut down their season on March 11, which was a little over halfway through the season. Now it returns on Thursday, July 30 with 22 teams inside the NBA bubble. Why 22 and not all 30? They are the teams that had a shot or had already qualified for the postseason. (And let’s be honest to give big names like Zion Williamson of the New Orleans Pelicans, some TV time). Regardless, the season will end in mid-October with a new NBA champion. HITTING THE HARDWOOD

1. Team hotels in Disney World (home of the NBA bubble) were assigned by a team’s record, the better the team, the nicer the hotel. The rationale? Teams that are better are likely to be there longer. HOME AWAY FROM HOME

2. At this moment, players’ families aren’t allowed into the bubble (unlike the WNBA – Women’s National Basketball Association). For so many players, after a significant amount of time at home, it was hard to leave knowing they might not see their families for two months. As it stands now, after the first round is over, restrictions should lighten up and families will be allowed but they too will have to quarantine before entering the bubble. A SWEET STORY THAT’LL MELT YOUR HEART

3. Players who opt out of the season without a medical exemption will not be paid. Players like Avery Bradley of the Los Angeles Lakers have opted out of the season for the safety of their families. He is opting out because his son has a respiratory ailment that is one of the riskiest conditions for someone who contracts COVID. SAFETY FIRST

4. Life inside the bubble is kind of like summer camp for professional athletes with fishing, golf and beer. That being said, there have been a fair share of challenges like players stepping outside the bubble to pick up food a delivery (a no-no) and for visits to the strip club (clearly a no-no). It’s working for now, but still has its challenges. IN IT TOGETHER

5. Want to get involved? The NBA has a new deal with Michelob Ultra that includes installing video boards for 300 fans to appear during games to add some atmosphere to the empty stands. That'll be a nice change as the teams have been practicing on courts built inside ballrooms at the various on-property hotels. CHEERS

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LAST NIGHT'S GAME 6/17/20 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 6/17/20

Athlete Dads And Their Equally Athletic Children

Shout out to the daddy's girls who made the list.

(Podcast length 4:17 - transcript is below)

From the boxing ring to the football field, proof that the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.

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1. Laila Ali had big shoes to fill when she followed in her dad’s footsteps. Her father was the one and only, the “World’s Greatest,” boxer Muhammed Ali. A boxing champion herself, she's also a television personality and fitness guru who has appeared on shows such as “American Gladiator” and “Dancing With The Stars.” LIGHT ON THEIR FEET

2. You can’t have a list of famous fathers and their kids without mentioning the ultimate trio – the Manning crew. Dad, Archie Manning was an NFL (National Football League) quarterback for 15 years. His quarterback sons Peyton and Eli have both won two Super Bowls. Their third brother Cooper, is ‘only’ a partner in a law firm and a TV personality. Cooper’s son, Arch, is keeping the family name alive as an impressive high school football prospect. A CHIP OFF THE OLD BLOCK

3. Her dad, 16-time champion and two-time Hall of Famer Rick Flair, is considered one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time, and his daughter Charlotte Flair is living up to his legacy. The college volleyball player turned WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) star has been a trailblazer for women in WWE, with nearly a dozen championships to her name. “The Queen” was also the first WWE star to grace the pages of ESPN The Magazine’s Body Issue. ROYAL FAMILY

4. NASCAR’s (National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing) dynamic duo was Dale Earnhardt Sr. and Dale Earnhardt Jr. In 2001, Papa Earnhardt died from injuries sustained in a crash at the Daytona 500 at the age of 49. His namesake, Earnhardt Jr. won that same race three years later. Earnhardt Jr.'s grandfather was also a NASCAR driver and his nephew races in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. ONE FAST FAMILY

5. Basketball greatness runs in the family for Steph Curry, a three-time NBA (National Basketball Association) Champion and two-time league MVP. His father Dell, is the all-time leader in points and three pointers for the Charlotte Hornets. Steph’s youngest brother Seth plays basketball for the Dallas Mavericks. They’re the first brothers to face off in the NBA conference finals. BUT ONE OF THEM HAS TO BE YOUR FAVORITE KID

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LAST NIGHT'S GAME 6/10/20 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 6/10/20

Betting On Sports To Save The Economy

Why your state could fast track sports betting to combat the COVID-driven recession.

(Podcast length 4:17 - transcript is below)

Who would’ve thought an activity that is sometimes frowned upon could save your state’s economy?

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1. The economic impact of COVID has states across the country reeling from a lack of tax revenue. One solution many states are looking at is fast tracking legal sports betting. The Supreme Court struck down a federal law in 2018 that restricted sports gambling on a state level (with the exception of Nevada that already had legal sports betting). Since then, a handful of states have opened for betting and have achieved a notable revenue boost. HERE’S WHERE YOUR STATE STANDS

2. Despite other states being able to participate in sports betting, Nevada had a record setting year in 2019. The state saw a total of $5.32 billion placed in bets and a record $329 million in revenue, which produced $22.2 million in state tax revenue. Now this won’t replace all of the tax revenues lost, but many states are looking at it as an option because some tax revenue is better than nothing. SEEKING A SOLUTION

3. Now let’s talk a little more about betting to give you some context. The commissioners of the four major sports (baseball, basketball, football and hockey) have met to discuss integrating their leagues with sports betting entities. We've seen some movement on this but concerns over fixing games and gambling addiction are some of the reasons this isn’t an easy decision. NOT A SIMPLE SOLUTION

4. You’ve probably heard of online sites FanDuel or DraftKings. Where they differ from a casino is that those platforms provide you with an opportunity to wager money on a player’s performance in a game instead of the outcome of the game. This is similar to how you would win if you had a fantasy football team. CLEAR AS MUD?

5. The two most popular sporting events to bet on are the Super Bowl and College Basketball’s March Madness tournament. The Super Bowl went on as planned this year with over $6.8 billion wagered on the big game, but March Madness was cancelled. Twice the number of people bet on March Madness compared to the Super Bowl. Last year, Americans wagered $8.5 billion on the tournament and a big chunk of that was bet illegally through activities like office pools or via a bookie. DON’T TELL THE LEGAL DEPT.

Here’s a few resources for you should you want to know more: sports betting 101 and the five things you need to know about fantasy football.

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LAST NIGHT'S GAME 6/3/20 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 6/3/20

5 Strange Sports Superstitions

The list starts with lucky shimmery undergarments and ends with Skittles and vodka.

(Podcast length 3:09 - transcript is below)

Superstitions - they’re only strange if they don’t work.

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1. Anyone who has ever slipped into a pair of Spanx knows a good undergarment is the foundation of success. That brings us to the golden thong. The golden thong was worn by former MLB (Major League Baseball) player Jason Giambi to help him break out of hitting slumps. Rumor has it that said tiny undergarment was left in the lockers of his teammates and they all began to hit well. WASH ME

2. In order to prepare for the World Cup (soccer) England’s Jamie Vardy ditched his habits of nicotine pouches, drinking half a bottle of port wine on the night before a game and his concoction of Skittles and vodka. Although, he drew the line at breaking his good luck gameday routine of three Red Bulls and black coffee. NO ONE IS PERFECT

3. Sidney Crosby of the Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL - National Hockey League) has so many ‘traditions’ that we can’t list them all. Some include wearing the same jock strap for years and not calling or seeing his mom or his sister on gameday because every time he does, he ends up with an injury. PHONE HOME

4. Superstitions are part of soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo’s routine. He must be the last one to leave the locker room and he always puts his right foot on the field first. BEST FOOT FORWARD

5. Head coach of the University of Alabama Crimson Tide football team, Nick Saban, fuels his fire with a Little Debbie Oatmeal Crème Pie before each game. DOESN’T THAT BRING YOU BACK TO YOUR CHILDHOOD?

LAST NIGHT'S GAME 5/27/20 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 5/27/20

Athletes And Their COVID Acts Of Kindness

Who’s up for some good news?

(Podcast length 4:41 - summary is below)

In times of crisis, so many people have stepped up to do what they can to help. Even the smallest acts of kindness have a lasting impact.

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1. Fanatics founder and Philadelphia 76ers (NBA -National Basketball Association) minority owner Michael Rubin started the All-In Challenge to provide food to those in need – kids, elderly and frontline heroes. So far they have raised over $51 million for COVID relief efforts. Rubin tapped into his famous friends like author and speaker Gary Vaynerchuk and actor Kevin Hart who then challenged their famous friends by donating once in a lifetime raffle and auction items. Some examples include a double date with Ciara and Seattle Seahawks (NFL – National Football league) Russell Wilson, which went for $240,000, New England Patriots (NFL) owner Robert Kraft’s Super Bowl ring (sold for $1.025M) or you could be eaten by a dinosaur in the next Jurassic Park movie (sold for $250k). The list is long and includes something for everyone. SHOPPING FOR GOOD

2. Teams like the Dallas Mavericks (NBA) joined together to provide meals to first responders and help local small businesses at the same time. Players took turns purchasing meals from local restaurants to feed first responders in hospitals, clinics and on the road like paramedics. Mavs owner Mark Cuban took it a step further, reimbursing Mavs staff who purchased meals from local establishments as well as reimbursing the Mavs’ nonprofit partners who fed their volunteers and staff when they chose local. HELPING WHERE IT HURTS

3. Olympic snowboarder and skateboarder Shaun White drove by some kids who were out in their yard skateboarding. The kids had made him a sign asking if he would skateboard with them. Donning a mask, he hopped out and did a little safe distance skateboarding with the neighborhood crew. MAKING MEMORIES

4. With the Summer Olympics postponed, Team USA no longer had to feed its athletes but what to do with the 18,000 pounds of food they already had? They donated the pallets of food to the food bank in Colorado Springs, CO which is home of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee. FIGHTING FOOD INSECURITIES

5. Many of us don’t think about the challenges of online schooling as we have access to a computer or a tablet. For so many students, this was one of the big hurdles to overcome when it came to successful home schooling. Russell Westbrook of the Houston Rockets (NBA) donated laptops to Houston area students for online classes. He also delivered meals to nurses in a Los Angeles hospital and provided masks and PPE to hospital workers in hard hit communities. MAKING AN IMPACT

Honorable mentions for athletes like Lionel Messi (soccer), Novak Djokovic (tennis) and Drew Brees (NFL) who along with their colleagues and their leagues, teams and team owners donated millions of dollars to relief efforts. WE ARE STRONGER TOGETHER

LAST NIGHT'S GAME 4/29/20 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 4/29/20

5 Athletes You Can Thank For Your Next Hangover

Drinking wine is our favorite sport too.

(Podcast length 3:18- summary is below)

These athletes are getting you through life one glass of wine (or bottle, we’re not judging) at a time.

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1. Like a fine wine, Danica Patrick only gets better. The retired race car driver has gone from breaking the glass ceiling in racing to wine. One might say her career drove her to drink, but she's accomplishing a dream in retirement. No, really. Her Napa Valley vineyard Somnium means "dream" in Latin. FROM THE FINISH LINE TO THE GRAPEVINE

2. Former NBA (National Basketball Association) player Amare Stoudemire was known for bathing in red wine to help his post-game recovery, so it's no surprise that the former member of the Phoenix Suns and Israeli citizen created his own kosher wine. MAZEL TOV

3. A fine wine and announcer Jim Nantz have something in common. They're both smooth and are likely to put you to sleep (in a good way in Nantz's case) after consuming for an hour or two. Nantz, the soothing voice of the Masters and NFL on CBS, is behind the Healdsburg, CA winery The Calling. Also known for their time on the golf course and in the wine world are veteran golfers Ernie Els (Ernie Els Wines) and Greg Norman (Greg Norman Estates). SOMETHING TO TIE YOU OVER UNTIL GOLF RETURNS

4. LeBron James doesn't shy away from his admiration for wine, and neither do retired NBA players Dwyane Wade and Yao Ming. Ming is one of the tallest ever to play the game, and the Shanghai native is fully invested in his St. Helena, California vineyard. However, Yao Family Wines aren't your daily drinkers at around $100+ a bottle. Dwyane Wade's brand, Wade Cellars, resides in Napa Valley. Wade knew he always wanted to be in the wine industry, so here's the chance to toast him with the fruit of his labor. WE'LL DRINK TO THAT

5. Venturing a bit further north than Napa Valley is "The Great One," Wayne Gretzky. With grapes grown in Niagara and Okanagan, Wayne Gretzky Estates brings the best wine to his fellow Canadian citizens. Not into wine? The Great One has you covered by offering wine, beer and whiskey. A MAN OF MANY TALENTS

Sports Curious, presented by Last Night's Game, is here to take the awkward out of the conversation and help you join the sports conversation, even if you don't know the first thing about sports. We break down what's happening in sports in an easy-to-understand, fun way without all of the statistics and jargon, so you never have to exit stage left when the chatter at the office, dinner table or a networking event switches to sports.

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LAST NIGHT'S GAME 4/15/20 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 4/15/20

The Perfect Shot - Behind The Scenes Of “Jump Shot” The Movie

Need an excuse for dinner and a movie? This new Steph Curry produced film is it. Recipes included to complete your night in.

(Podcast length 17:20 - summary is below)

We have the best excuse for dinner and a movie since “Netflix and chill.” Here’s the next movie that you need to add to your list and the dinner recipes to complete a perfect night in. *Pours a giant glass of wine and settles onto the couch.*

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"Jump Shot" is an award-winning film that celebrates the true story of Kenny Sailors. Sailors is a forgotten basketball legend who changed the game of basketball as we know it by introducing the jump shot. But he was so much more than an NBA (National Basketball Association) pioneer. He revolutionized the sport for women, served as a U.S. marine in WWII and then faded into history.

We were lucky enough to catch an advance screening of the film. (Spoiler alert – you’ll laugh out loud and you’ll cry – it’s that good). We caught up with director Jacob Hamilton who proudly shared his labor of love that is “Jump Shot.” Here’s what we learned from our chat. Check out this week’s podcast for the full interview.

1. This movie has unbelievable star power. From interviews with executive producer Steph Curry to Kevin Durant to the hot-headed hall of fame basketball head coach himself Bobby Knight (who is hilarious by the way). It’s the who’s who of the sports world coming together to celebrate the OG legend, Kenny Sailors. Sailors is not yet in the hall of fame, but hopefully after hearing these hall of famers and future hall of famers talk about him, it creates a movement to give him the honor he deserves.

2. Hamilton had the idea for the film in 2011 after listening to a two-minute audio clip of Sailors talking about how he developed the jump shot because he was shorter than his brother. Going over him that was the only way Sailors could make a shot. It took Hamilton and his team, which included an archival producer to dig up nearly 90-year-old audio clips and 600+ archival assets (videos, etc), until 2019 when the final film premiered at SXSW. One factor of Sailors’ life that isn’t included? Interviews with his teammates from a Senior Olympics 3-on-3 basketball tournament that Sailors played in at the age of 87. There just wasn’t enough supporting video footage to include it.

3. After watching this movie, you’ll wish you could have adopted Sailors as your grandpa. He was a humble guy who loved a good dad joke as much as he loved his family. He felt his service to his country in WWII was one of the most important pieces of his storied life. But most of all he loved having breakfast with Hamilton when he would visit. Hamilton tells a story of when Sailors was watching March Madness with a friend and the friend asked who Sailors had in his final four (bracket). Sailors said “god, husband, father and Marine.”

4. Sailors played in the NBA before it was cool. It’s true, the league was subpar to college basketball with teams folding and other professional leagues disbanding. While playing in the NBA, Sailors, who was one of the most popular players in the league, landed an endorsement deal for…prune juice. As Kevin Durant put it in the film, “It must have been the Gatorade of the time.”

5. The movie is a love story intertwined with a story about a man who continues to reinvent himself. Kenny Sailors might have been the greatest basketball player in his time but he left two weeks after his team won the college basketball national championship to fight in WWII. He left behind his wife and child, not knowing if he’d return. He came back and proceeded to set records in the NBA. After his career, he retired to Alaska with his family because of his wife’s health. But he wasn’t done evolving yet. He became a hunting guide all the while changing the sport of women’s basketball as well. That’s just the tip of the iceberg of this story. We could go on for days.

The film is out for limited release on April 16 – 18. Here’s how to you can watch.

Dinner is served

Since “Jump Shot” is executive produced by Steph Curry, here are a few of our favorite recipes from his wife, chef and restaurateur Ayesha Curry, to try on your night in. YUM

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LAST NIGHT'S GAME 12/26/19 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 12/26/19

The Most Talked About Sports Moments of 2019

It was memorable for all the right reasons.

Because you’re going to need something to talk about until midnight while sipping champagne.

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1. Clearly one of the most talked about sports moments of the year, even the decade, is the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team’s back-to-back World Cup wins. This year’s team turned their win from a moment into a movement, using the victory as a platform to elevate the inequities in the workplace for women. After facing their own pay dispute battle, they’ve seen how their world stage can have a larger sense of purpose. (Oh and did we mention the team’s jerseys became the highest-selling soccer shirts in Nike’s history)? STANDING UP FOR CHANGE

2. One word – Tiger. His April win at the Masters had the country on the edge of their seats. His comeback victory ended an 11-year drought since his last championship and it was sweet. REDEMPTION

3. We didn’t think there were any records left for gymnast Simone Biles to break and she went and proved us wrong. She landed a gravity defying triple-double to win her record sixth U.S. Gymnastics Championship national all-around title. The move, now called the “Biles,” consists of two flips and three twists. TO THINK, WE GET CONFUSED ORDERING A LATTE WITH MORE THAN ONE SHOT

4. Canadians proved they don’t have a one-track hockey mind, rallying around their Toronto Raptors as they won their first NBA (National Basketball Association) title. With superfan Drake as the president of the fan club, the Raptors became the first team based in or originating in Canada to win an NBA title. They also made history with the biggest championship rings ever. WE THE NORTH

5. It was the sign that made everyone laugh and then paid off big time. Carson King held up a sign during “College GameDay” asking viewers to Venmo him money for Busch Light. After a huge response, King decided to do something for good with the money. The beer company and Venmo matched donations and they ended up raising a ton of money for a children’s hospital in Iowa. Even though the story has a happy ending, it went off course in the middle. A reporter dug up tweets King posted when he was a teenager that caused Busch to cut ties with an apologetic King. In the end, the 24-year-old still raised over $3 million for the children’s hospital. YOU LIVE, YOU LEARN, YOU HELP OTHERS

Honorable mention - Former NFL player and Heisman trophy winner O.J. Simpson joined Twitter and then tweeted that he has "got a little gettin' even to do."

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LAST NIGHT'S GAME 12/4/19 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 12/4/19

NEED A LAUGH? 5 ABSURD REASONS ATHLETES HAVE CALLED IN SICK

Because “the dog ate my homework” isn’t going to cut it.

If you are looking for great excuses to get you out of your holiday obligations, these are so bad that they just might work.

Sports Curious presented by Last Night's Game, is here to help you join the sports conversation, even if you don't know the first thing about sports. We breakdown what's happening in sports in an easy to understand, fun way without all of the statistics and jargon so you never have to exit stage left when the chatter at the office, dinner table or a networking event switches to sports.

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1. Nolan Ryan was one of the most feared starting pitchers in the history of baseball (MLB – Major League Baseball) but apparently, he had a soft spot for small furry animals. He decided to take in two coyote pups he found while out on his ranch. One of them bit him and he had to undergo multiple tests for rabies and subsequently missed his start. DON’T BITE THE HAND THAT FEEDS YOU

2. Fast food will get you one way or another and no one better to ask then Denver Broncos (NFL – National Football League) Brandon Marshall. He allegedly slipped on a misplaced McDonald’s bag and he sliced up his arm when he tried to catch himself. He had to undergo surgery to repair the fluke injuries. MCDONALDS BAG > BANANA PEEL

3. Former Baltimore Orioles (MLB) outfielder Marty Cordova missed a game due to severe burns he suffered from tanning bed exposure. BURNT TO A CRISP

4. Now retired basketball player and current TV analyst, Charles Barkley, missed a game after an incident involving lotion. He rubbed his eyes while at an Eric Clapton concert, had a bad reaction to the lotion on his hands and had to miss the Phoenix Suns (NBA – National Basketball Association) season opener. IT’S ALL FUN AND GAMES UNTIL SOMEONE LOSES AN EYE

5. Football commentator and retired Detroit Lions (NFL) wide receiver Nate Burleson broke his arm in a car crash where he was trying to prevent his pizza from sliding off the front seat. THE CARRYOUT DISCOUNT WASN’T WORTH IT

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LAST NIGHT'S GAME 11/25/19 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 11/25/19

5 Turkey Day Table Topics That Will Save Your Holiday

Distract, deflect and conquer awkward holiday conversation.

Here's how sports can save your holiday. Add this to your holiday first aid kit along with a great bottle of wine.

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[Transcript]

For any conversation involving politics.

Politicians and families can be wacky. So can sports teams’ owners. There’s the owner who plays the kazoo in a band, the one who is worth $500 million and still drives his 1997 Dodge Caravan 400 miles to get his hair cut or the one who spent $2.4M on the founding documents of Alcoholics Anonymous. Here’s more about wacky team owners including Jerry Jones whose Cowboys always play on Thanksgiving.

Your cousin keeps taking photos of their dinner and all you can think about is how full you are.

Be thankful you don’t have to pass a post-meal jiggle test. Some NFL (National Football League) team’s cheer coaches conduct “jiggle tests” to assess the firmness of the cheerleaders’ bodies during the season and if they don’t pass the test, they’re benched. They also on average make under $10/hour. With practices, appearances and games they put in 30-40 hour weeks during the season but most are required to have a full-time job elsewhere. Want more? Check out five things you never knew about NFL cheerleaders.

When Grandma asks you why you’re not married…for the 10th time…that day.

There’s something to be said about keeping your love life mysterious. Grammy nominated Lizzo is an open book but one mystery that still remains unsolved is who exactly is that Minnesota Vikings (NFL – National Football League) player she’s referring to in her song "Truth Hurts?" Well Stefon Diggs of the Vikings is determined to find out. The list could be long as the song was released in 2017 so that player may not even be on the team any longer.

Your aunt, who is obsessed with her dog, joins you for Thanksgiving lunch. And brings her dog that licks her plate at the table. Ew.

For the dog who doesn’t earn the title of best showing at the dinner table, there’s still hope to claim the title of “Best in Show.” Thanksgiving also doubles as the date of the National Dog Show. And just like your uncle who avoids anything with Cheez-Whiz, the judges have high standards too. They’re not only looking for a dog with a defined features, correct gait and fitness level but a happy dog that enjoys the competition so each dog’s expression and general demeanor receive extra scrutiny.

When being home for the holidays means you’re going to run into your old high school rival, but don’t worry, your mom has your back.

The game everyone is anticipating is this weekend between the biggest rivals in sports, the Ohio State Buckeyes – Michigan Wolverines. Why does this game matter so much? Well Ohio State is undefeated and holding the number two spot at the top of the college football rankings. No one would love to ruin their party more than Michigan. The Wolverines are led by a khaki-wearing coach Jim Harbaugh. (Seriously, he should work at Target, he loves khakis that much).

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LAST NIGHT'S GAME 11/13/19 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 11/13/19

The Compelling Stories Behind 5 NBA Teams' Flashy New Uniforms

Where fashion and storytelling unite.

NBA (National Basketball Association) teams now have more uniform options than Carrie Bradshaw had Manolos. Thanks to their uniform partner Nike, the league has done away with traditional home or away uniforms and home teams can essentially wear whatever they’d like, turning the court into a catwalk.

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To clear things up (and by that we mean make them as clear as mud) teams have an association, icon, city, statement and classic edition uniforms. PLAYING DRESS UP

1. The Oklahoma City Thunder are remembering those who lost their lives in the Oklahoma City bombing this year, the 25th anniversary of the tragic event. The uniform, which will debut on November 27, will feature the times 9:01 am and 9:03 am, the time of the bombing and the time the healing started. They will also showcase an image of the 90-year old Survivor Tree that’s on site of the memorial as well as the words “Service,” “Honor” and “Kindness,” to remember how the nation reacted to the tragedy. BEAUTIFUL TRIBUTE

2. The Brooklyn Nets are not only unveiling new graffiti-print statement uniforms that reflect the gritty, earthy and gray nature of their home turf but they’ve also redone the court as well. The actual basketball court in the arena is inspired by the subway system. The court itself is gray to emulate the subway and the team’s name is in the traditional Helvetica font that’s used for all train station signs. IT’S ONLY AUTHENTIC NYC SUBWAY IF IT ALSO SMELLS LIKE URINE

3. If you’ve ever been to Atlanta, you’ve likely crossed Peachtree Street at some point. The iconic street is prominent on this year’s city uniforms for the Atlanta Hawks and the team’s special edition “peachier” court. The uniform and the court will feature the peachtree logo (picture a peach crossed with a basketball) and of course, the color peach. WELL ISN’T THAT JUST PEACHY?

4. The Los Angeles Clippers acquired a few big name players in the off-season so we already knew the players on the court would look different but they took it a step further. Their new hardwood court is embracing the black and white design of the city edition uniforms, and the design is predominately black, minus a white map of Los Angeles. Some are saying these uniforms remind them of the Los Angeles (soon to be Las Vegas) Raiders (NFL – National Football League). Others are saying they remind them of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. Regardless, the team will wear them 17 times this season, starting with November 22. EVERYONE’S A CRITIC

5. The Golden State Warriors have had a tough start to the season but they’re still celebrating the places they called home in their uniforms. On November 22, they’ll debut their city classic edition uniforms which will pay tribute to when the team was based in San Francisco back in the 60s (They moved to Oakland and have since moved back to San Francisco). This uniform look dates back to the Wilt Chamberlain days and will feature a cable car and the Golden Gate Bridge. BUT WILL THERE BE WILT-STYLE SHORT SHORTS ON THE COURT?

Who, what, wear? Here’s when you can catch your favorite team (or jersey) on the court. MAKING THEIR DEBUT

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LAST NIGHT'S GAME 10/16/19 LAST NIGHT'S GAME 10/16/19

The Only 5 Things You Need To Know About The 2019-2020 NBA Season

Keeping it short and sweet so you can be in the know on the go.