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SOURCE SPORTS: Former Dallas Cowboys RB Marion Barber Found Dead At 38

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According to several confirmed reports, former Dallas Cowboys running back Marion Barber was found dead in his Texas apartment yesterday(June 1). He was only 38 years old.

None of the reports of Barber’s death have revealed a cause of death, however, the Dallas Cowboys released a statement about their former player, stating, “We are heartbroken by the tragic death of Marion Barber III,” the statement reads. “Marion was an old-school, hard-nosed football player who ran with the will to win every down. He had a passion for the game and love for his coaches and teammates. Our hearts go out to Marion’s family and friends during this difficult time.”

The Bears also offered a statement, saying, “We are saddened to learn of the passing of former Bears RB Marion Barber III. Our hearts go out to his family & friends.”

Selected by the Cowboys in the fourth round of the 2005 NFL Draft, Barber played his entire career except for one season with the Dallas franchise, only to play a lone, last season with the Chicago Bears before he retired. The Minnesota native was named to the Pro Bowl in 2007 despite not starting a game for a 13-3 team that finished with the best record in the NFC. He led the Cowboys with 975 yards rushing and 10 touchdowns in his second season.

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SOURCE SPORTS: NBA Releases New ‘NBA Lane’ Film Called “The Final Delivery”

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NBA fans are welcomed to the Finals by Michael B. Jordan, the neighborhood Hoop bus driver, who presents the newly developed Larry O’Brien trophy in its renowned Louis Vuitton case. Jordan stars in “The FInal Delivery” NBA Lane film and drives into the arena, recalling some of the most memorable NBA Finals moments in the league’s history. Jordan meets NBA icons Dirk Nowitzki, Jerry West, James Worthy, and Paul Pierce on his way to defining what greatness means in the NBA Finals in preparation for a championship celebration unlike any other.

Jordan visits The Trophy Room in the arena in Horizon Worlds, which references the NBA Lane Experience that debuted in Horizon Worlds on Meta Quest 2. The NBA and Meta Quest 2 recreated “NBA Lane” in virtual reality as part of the NBA75 campaign’s climax. Fans can play minigames through the end of June, watch the newest Playoffs highlights, and examine all six new trophies in the “Trophy Room” via Horizon Worlds.

You can see the video below.

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SOURCE SPORTS: Deshaun Watson Now Faces 23rd Lawsuit Over Alleged Sexual Assault

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A new lawsuit alleging sexual assault and harassment during massage sessions was filed Tuesday against Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, who now faces 23 civil cases..

Tuesday’s suit alleges Nia Smith, who is identified by name and worked for A New U Salon Spa in Houston, had three meetings with Watson from June 2020 through Sept. 2020.

In the first session, Smith states “things became progressively weird” and Watson wanted her to focus on his buttocks. A second session alleges Watson attempted to grab the plaintiff’s buttocks and brushed up against her rear, and also asked the plaintiff if she wanted to perform a sexual act. In the third and final session, Smith alleges Watson got naked in front of her, refused to cover himself and repeatedly requested she have sex with him.

Watson denied the allegations through a statement by his attorney, Rusty Hardin.

“Deshaun Watson vehemently denies the allegations, just as he has since she first discussed them with members of our firm in March of last year,” the statement read, in part. “She repeated the allegations on social media in August and he denied them then. The only thing new about her contentions is the embellishment making them more extreme than prior versions. Deshaun’s denial remains the same.”

Watson was traded to the Browns this offseason and was rewarded with a new $230 million dollar contract. No word from the NFL as to if Watson will see some disciplinary actions from the league to start the new season. Especially with all this cases still pending.

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Kanye West Signs Boston Celtics Guard Jaylen Brown To DONDA Sports

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Kayne West is loading up the roster with superstar talent on DONDA Sports. A few days ago, he added Super Bowl champion Aaron Donald. He announced that potential NBA champion Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics is now on DONDA.

Although the news came just before Brown led his team to the NBA finals, it’s reported that he was the first to sing with DONDA Sports. He even signed before Aaron Donald.

According to TMZ, Brown, 25, Kanye West, and Brown have had a relationship for a while now, but things were made official after West attended the Warriors vs. Celtics game in March.

The signs were there — the two posed together postgame, and in fact, Brown was spotted wearing a Donda Sports hoodie while hanging with A$AP Ferg afterward.

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SOURCE SPORTS: Joel Embiid Receives Two Hand Surgeries

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Memorial Day was surgery day for Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid. ESPN reports the Philly big man had surgery on the right thumb and his left index finger. He is projected to be ready for training camp.

The thumb injury was sustained during the Sixers’ first-round matchup against the Toronto Raptors. The facial fracture he received during the close-out victory against the Canada team will not require surgery.

The Embiid-led Sixers fell to the Miami HEAT in six games in the second round of the playoffs. Last week, Embiid was nominated to the All-NBA Second Team.

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SOURCE SPORTS: Cardinals Cornerback Jeff Gladney Dies in Car Crash

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Arizona Cardinals cornerback Jeff Gladney died in a car accident early Monday morning in Dallas. The cause of the crash and Gladney’s death remain under investigation.

“We are devastated to learn of Jeff Gladney’s passing,” the Cardinals said in a statement. “Our hearts go out to his family, friends, and all who are mourning this tremendous loss.”

The crash took place around 2:28 a.m. Monday, according to the Dallas County Sheriff’s Department. A white vehicle was overturned when officers arrived. Dallas Fire-Rescue confirmed two people — a male and a female — were dead.

Gladney was a first-round draft pick by the Minnesota Vikings in 2020. The TCU product started 15 games his rookie season, collecting 81 total tackles, three passes defended, and one forced fumble. 

“We are saddened by the tragic death of former Viking Jeff Gladney,” the Vikings said in a statement. “Our hearts go out to his family and friends, as well as the Arizona Cardinals organization and Jeff’s current and former teammates and coaches who are mourning his life lost much too soon.”

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SOURCE SPORTS: Jayson Tatum Wins Inaugural Larry Bird Eastern Conference Finals MVP Award

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It was fitting the winner of the inaugural Larry Bird Eastern Conference Finals MVP awards was a member of the Boston Celtics. Tatum scored 26 points, grabbing 10 rebounds and adding 6 assists in 46 minutes.

“It’s an honor,” Tatum said. “It still doesn’t even seem real right now. I’m just extremely happy and grateful for all of this. Regardless of how long I’ve been in the league, I’m not too far removed from when I was in high school and when I was dreaming about moments like this.

“I still feel like a kid at some times that I’m truly living out my dream. I thank God every day just to be in this position to be able to do that. To be the first person to win this award, obviously, after Larry Bird, it still hasn’t like sunk in yet. I’m going to take it home and show Deuce and enjoy it.”

The Celtics will play the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals.

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SOURCE SPORTS: Jayson Tatum Wins Inaugural Larry Bird Eastern Conference Finals MVP Award

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It was fitting the winner of the inaugural Larry Bird Eastern Conference Finals MVP awards was a member of the Boston Celtics. Tatum scored 26 points, grabbing 10 rebounds and adding 6 assists in 46 minutes.

“It’s an honor,” Tatum said. “It still doesn’t even seem real right now. I’m just extremely happy and grateful for all of this. Regardless of how long I’ve been in the league, I’m not too far removed from when I was in high school and when I was dreaming about moments like this.

“I still feel like a kid at some times that I’m truly living out my dream. I thank God every day just to be in this position to be able to do that. To be the first person to win this award, obviously, after Larry Bird, it still hasn’t like sunk in yet. I’m going to take it home and show Deuce and enjoy it.”

The Celtics will play the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals.

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SOURCE SPORTS: Jayson Tatum Wears Kobe Bryant Arm Band During Game 7

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Jayson Tatum led the Boston Celtics to the NBA Finals for the first time in his career. He did so by channeling the Mamba Mentality. Throughout Game 7, Tatum channeled Kobe in an armband, blending the Lakers’1 purple and gold with the trademark Celtics green.

During the game Tatum scored 26 points, grabbing 10 rebounds and adding 6 assists in 46 minutes

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SOURCE SPORTS: Jayson Tatum Wears Kobe Bryant Arm Band During Game 7

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jayson tatum armband kobe

Jayson Tatum led the Boston Celtics to the NBA Finals for the first time in his career. He did so by channeling the Mamba Mentality. Throughout Game 7, Tatum channeled Kobe in an armband, blending the Lakers’1 purple and gold with the trademark Celtics green.

During the game Tatum scored 26 points, grabbing 10 rebounds and adding 6 assists in 46 minutes

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