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It’s Wednesday, June 25. On this day in 1999, the Spurs won their first NBA title, edging the Knicks 78–77 in Game 5 behind Finals MVP Tim Duncan’s 31 points—becoming the first former ABA team to win it all.
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🏈 Steelers’ Aaron Rodgers Expects to Retire After Season |
Aaron Rodgers, the Steelers’ new quarterback, dropped a bombshell Tuesday on The Pat McAfee Show, saying he’s “pretty sure this is it” — signaling that the 2025 season will likely be his final NFL run.
After signing a one-year, $13.65 million deal, the 41-year-old future Hall of Famer wants to “empty the tank” for Mike Tomlin and the Steelers before riding off into the sunset.
It’s a big moment for Pittsburgh, who’ll lean on Rodgers’ experience while planning for a new starter in 2026. |
🏀 Pelicans, Wizards Swap CJ McCollum, Jordan Poole |
The Pelicans are reportedly sending veteran sharpshooter CJ McCollum—along with big man Kelly Olynyk and a future second‑rounder—to the Wizards in exchange for rising scorer Jordan Poole, Saddiq Bey, and the No. 40 pick in tonight’s NBA Draft.
McCollum brings his steady 21‑point scoring punch and expiring contract to a Wizards crew eyeing cap flexibility, while Poole, fresh off a 20.5 PPG season, gives the Pelicans a younger, high‑upside option in their backcourt.
For Washington, it’s a savvy cap-clearing move that sets up flexibility for next offseason; for New Orleans, it’s a youth-and-picks pivot aimed at syncing with their long-term timeline. | 🏀 Hawks Acquire PF Kristaps Porzingis |
The Hawks reportedly swung a significant three-team deal—acquiring Kristaps Porzingis (and a second‑round pick) from the Celtics, who get Georges Niang and a second‑rounder, while the Nets pick up Terance Mann and the No. 22 draft pick tonight.
It’s a bold bet for Atlanta: Porzingis brings elite rim protection and rare spacing for a seven‑footer—41% from three last season—if he can stay healthy.
The Hawks are banking on his fit alongside Onyeka Okongwu and the perimeter defense they’re building.
Meanwhile, Boston clears huge salary to avoid the second apron, and Brooklyn stockpiles draft capital with five first‐rounders tonight. |
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► Reds rookie Chase Burns made a historic MLB debut, striking out five straight Yankees, including Aaron Judge, in a 5-4 walk-off victory on Tuesday night, becoming the first pitcher in 50 years to strike out his first five batters faced in a debut. (More)
► Yankees infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. was ejected from Tuesday night’s game vs. the Reds for arguing a strike call and had to be restrained by manager Aaron Boone after continuing to confront the umpire. (See Video)
► Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte was visibly emotional and in tears during Tuesday night’s game vs. the White Sox after a fan taunted him about his late mother who died in a 2017 car accident, leading to the fan's ejection and support from Marte's manager and teammates. (More)
► Pirates manager Don Kelly benched Oneil Cruz for lack of effort on a double-play grounder during Tuesday night’s 9-3 loss vs. the Brewers, citing issues with his energy and effort, which Cruz attributed to mistakenly thinking there were two outs. (See Video)
► Tigers ace Tarik Skubal overcame a shaky start to lead Detroit to an 11-4 win vs. the Athletics on Tuesday night, securing his 50th career win and making the Tigers the first MLB team to reach 50 wins this season. (More)
► The Twins are exercising manager Rocco Baldelli's 2026 club option despite their sub-.500 record, citing his past success, including a .527 winning percentage and three playoff appearances in six seasons. (More)
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► Mavericks star Kyrie Irving is reportedly declining his $43 million player option to sign a three-year, $119 million contract with Dallas, securing his future with the team despite a season-ending ACL injury. (More)
► The Hockey Hall of Fame announced its 2025 class, inducting former NHL stars Zdeno Chara, Duncan Keith, Joe Thornton, and Alexander Mogilny. (See Full Class)
► The NBA Board of Governors unanimously approved the $1.5 billion sale of the Timberwolves and Lynx from Glen Taylor to Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez. (More)
► The Blues unveiled new primary home and away uniforms and a modernized Blue Note logo, inspired by their 2017 and 2022 Winter Classic designs, featuring a heritage color palette and new alternate team marks. (See Details)
► The NCAA is reportedly nearing a decision on expanding the men's and women's basketball tournaments, with a final call expected in the coming weeks. (More)
► An arbitrator ruled the NFL encouraged teams to limit guaranteed contracts after Deshaun Watson's $230M deal but found no collusion, dismissing the NFLPA's grievance. (See Details)
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