Patrick Mahomes Celebrates His Bachelor Party with Big Sean at Drai’s Las Vegas

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Patrick Mahomes, the quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, enjoyed a portion of his bachelor party at Drai’s Nightclub in Las Vegas on Saturday night. Big Sean surprised the soon-to-be-married superstar by bringing him on stage with his colleagues Travis Kelce and Orlando Brown Jr. at the end of his set.

Prior to hitting the stage, Mahomes was seen dancing on the “Kings Table,” Drai’s top VIP booth with opulent accommodations and unbeatable views of Drai’s LIVE’s full-length shows, to songs like “Bounce Back” and “Clique.”

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SOURCE SPORTS: Eric Bieniemy Returning to the Chiefs as Offensive Coordinator

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After striking out to become a head coach in the NFL, Eric Bieniemy will officially return to be the offensive coach of the Kansas City Chiefs. The team’s offensive coordinator of the last four seasons is returning to the team on a one-year deal, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.

The return comes as Bieniemy went through another NFL head coaching carousel without finding a new job, this time interviewing with the Denver Broncos, Houston Texans, and New Orleans Saints. However, this time, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that Bieniemy was also considering college jobs and taking a year off.

The Chiefs had already lost their likely top choice to replace Bieniemy had he left the team, quarterbacks coach Mike Kafka, who left to become offensive coordinator of the New York Giants.

Bieniemy is the only offensive coordinator Patrick Mahomes has ever known. During their time together, the Chiefs have reached the AFC Championship game four times, reached the Super Bowl twice, and won a championship one time.

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SOURCE SPORTS: Former World Champions Wladimir Klitschko and Vitali Klitschko Are Ready To Defend Ukraine

Former World Champions Wladimir Klitschko and Vitali Klitschko Are Ready To Defend Ukraine

Former boxing champions Wladimir Klitschko and Vitali Klitschko are ready for some action. The Klitschko brothers are ready to fight for their beloved country of Ukraine.

Wladimir enlisted in the Ukrainian reserve army three weeks before Russia’s invasion early Thursday, and Vitali – the mayor of Kyiv, Ukraine – said he’d also take up arms this week. 

“I’m calling to all international partners to observe this tragedy that is happening nowadays in Ukraine,” Wladimir said. ” … I just want to tell you we must stay united against this aggression, against Russian aggression. Don’t let it continue happening in Ukraine. Don’t let it happen in Europe and eventually the world. United, we’re strong. Support Ukraine.”

The Klitschko brothers clearly love their country and feel that the invasion is cruel and unnecessary. In the ring, they were a combined 109-7. Their presence alone could go a long way with their fellow countrymen.

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SOURCE SPORTS: Knicks Guard Kemba Walker to Sit Rest of the Season

Knicks Guard Kemba Walker to Sit Rest of the Season

New York Knicks guard Kemba Walker will sit for the rest of the season. ESPN‘s Adrian Wojnarowski reports the Knicks point guard will sit out the rest of the season and prepare for next season.

“We fully support Kemba’s decision to shut it down for the remainder of the season and use this time to prepare for next season,” Knicks president of basketball operations Leon Rose said in a statement. “His long-term success on the court remains our priority.”

Walker is under contract for next season with the Knicks. In this season, Walker averages 11.6 points, 3 rebounds, and 3.5 assists. Earlier in the season, Walker was benched but returned due to injuries.

The Knicks are looking forward to Derrick Rose returning, joining Immanuel Quickley, Evan Fournier, and Alec Burks in the backcourt.

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SOURCE SPORTS: Forthcoming NYC Vaccine Mandate Lift Could Lead to Kyrie Irving Playing Home Games

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It appears Kyrie Irving’s time as a part-time member of the Brooklyn Nets is coming to a close. According to ESPN, The New York City vaccination mandate may be ending in a couple of weeks, leading Irving to be able to play at games in the Barclays Center.

On Wednesday (Feb. 23), New York City mayor Eric Adams states the vaccine mandate would soon end and he is looking forward to that moment.

“I can’t wait to get it done,” Adams said. “I take my hat off to New Yorkers — through masks, vaccines, through social distancing, we were hit with the uncertainty, the fear of COVID. I’m really proud of how we responded as New Yorkers. And every morning I meet with my health professionals. Because I always stated I’m going to follow the science. I’m not going to get ahead of the science, because I’m ready to get ahead of all of this and get back to a level of normalcy.

“But they’re giving us clear instructions, they’ve given us benchmarks, we’re going to follow those benchmarks. But I look forward in the next few weeks of going through a real transformation — that I don’t have to wonder what you look like … We’re going to get the city back up and operating. And we’re going to be rolling out some things in the next day or so on how we’re going to carry that out.”

Recently appearing on Twitch, Irving gave a message to fans: “Just watch how our squad comes out of this All-Star Break.”

Before the All-Star break, the Nets had a rough patch that saw them lose 11 of 13 games.

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SOURCE SPORTS: JJ Redick Airs Out Zion Williamson On ESPN First Take

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Former NBA player and New Orleans Pelicans JJ Redick called out Zion Williamson on ESPN First Take yesterday for being a bad teammate. The reason behind Redick’s call out was because Williamson reportedly hasn’t spoken to his newest teammate CJ McCollum.

“Shows a complete lack of investment in your team, in the organization, in the city,” Redick said. “I get that [Williamson’s] hurt and away from the team, but you just traded for one of the 50 best players in the league. A guy that’s supposed to be paired with you. Reach out and say hello. This is a pattern of behavior with Zion that we are seeing again and again. And look, I was his teammate. I can describe him as a detached teammate. That is an accurate statement. This is basic level of humanity being a teammate. Send a text to a guy when he gets traded to your team. That is just normal behavior. That is bare minimum that you have to do.”

Redick didn’t hold much back in his rant, including how Williamson is a detached teammate. Williamson hasn’t played any NBA games this season and it looks like he wants no parts of the Pelicans. McCollum shouldn’t take the ghosting like move personal. Williamson been ghosting the organization for sometime now.

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Former NBA Player Royce White Announced He Is Running For Congress

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Former NBA baller Royce White is running for Congress, he announced Tuesday.  White is running for Minnesota’s fifth congressional U.S. representative seat, currently held by Democrat Ilhan Omar. The former Iowa State player is running as a Republican, one of three vying to square off against her. 

“Ten years ago, I took on the NBA and the establishment,” he said in his video monologue. “I said that mental health was one of the greatest issues we face. And I was willing to give up my dream to fight for people I have never met. I took the lead when others wouldn’t. 

White gained national notoriety for his stances on mental health and those stances ultimately prevented him from having a real shot at an NBA career despite being selected No. 16 overall by the Houston Rockets in the 2012 NBA Draft. He played in only three NBA games for the Sacramento Kings during the 2013-14 season. 

In the years since, White has played professional basketball in several different leagues, including being the No. 1 overall pick in Ice Cube’s Big 3’s 2019 draft. He has also spent the past several years training for a mixed martial arts career.

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Detroit Pistons Team With Michell & Ness for Merch Line To Celebrate Boxing Legend and Detroit Icon Joe Louis

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The Detroit Pistons have unveiled a new apparel collaboration inspired by Detroit boxing legend Joe Louis as part of their Black History Month activations. The club collaborated on the new merchandise line’s storytelling, strategy, and design with the Louis family and Mitchell & Ness. Starting February 23, the line will be available through Pistons313Shop.com, and on February 24, it will be available at the team store in Little Caesars Arena.

Tyrel Kirkham, the Pistons’ Vice President of Marketing and Brand Strategy, described the cooperation as a means for Detroiters and sports fans to commemorate a sports hero and legend’s championship heritage.

“Joe Louis’ transcendent career embodies the spirit and history of Detroit,” said Kirkham. “We always view merchandise collaborations as an opportunity to create more than just t-shirts and jerseys – we want them to represent the city that surrounds us and the culture that makes Detroit such a special place.  The legacy that Joe Louis carries is something the Pistons organization is honored to share and celebrate.”

Louis and his family relocated to Detroit when he was 12 years old in 1926. Louis’ legendary boxing career began here, rising from amateur to world heavyweight champion. Louis is widely regarded as one of the best boxers of all time, having held the heavyweight title for a record-breaking 12 years. Louis was more than a ring champion; he was a civil rights figure who overcame the racial restrictions that plagued professional sports at the time. The Monument to Joe Louis, commonly known as “The Fist,” was erected in Detroit’s Hart Plaza in 1986 as a symbolic commemoration of Louis’ historical significance.

“My family and I are grateful that the Detroit Pistons and the City of Detroit continue to do their part by remembering and highlighting my father and all those great men and women who came before us in an effort to inspire those currently in the global arena,” said Louis Barrow, II.

Throughout February, the Detroit Pistons celebrated Black History Month with several activations and partnerships. To begin off the month, the Pistons teamed up with the Rosa Parks Estate to honor the civil rights pioneer by offering free bus rides to all Detroit residents on several days, as well as awarding 500 Rosa Parks-inspired coats to DDOT drivers.

Ongoing and upcoming activities include an “HBCU Night” at Little Caesars Arena on February 26 when the Pistons take on the Boston Celtics, a team visit to the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C. on February 28, in-game honoring of prominent Detroit creatives and leaders throughout the month, and the 17th Annual Black History Month Scholarship Event, where high school seniors in Detroit will have a chance to win a scholarship.

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SOURCE SPORTS: Dwayne Johnson’s XFL and NFL Enter Partnership

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The XFL is joining forces with the NFL. The football league owned by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, and his business partner Dany Garcia, has entered an R&D partnership with the NFL. According to Variety, the deal is designed to “expand the game of football.”

XFL training camps have a January 2023 target date for opening and will operate in studying the game of football.

“We are extremely pleased to collaborate with the NFL in these important areas,” said Garcia. “We are bringing forward an XFL that is progressive and forward-thinking when it comes to innovation, leveraging the newest technology to enhance gameday experience. We have an open field for innovative rules to enhance in-game access. Sharing insights and practices between the XFL and NFL will do a tremendous amount of good for the game of football and support the player ecosystem overall.”

“The XFL has shown us that innovation is one of its core principles. We are hopeful that this relationship will support further development and improvements in the game of football at all levels,” said Troy Vincent, the NFL’s executive VP of football operations.

Johnson acquired the XFL for $15 million in 2020.

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SOURCE SPORTS: Michigan Coach Juwan Howard Suspended Five Games After Post Game Scuffle

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Following his swipe of Wisconsin assistant coach Joe Krabbenhoft’s head, Michigan head coach Juwan Howard has received a five-game suspension. The suspension will cost him the rest of the season with his Michigan Wolverines.

During the Sunday basketball game between the Wolverines and Wisconsin Badgers, Howard walked past Wisconsin head coach Greg Gard when he grabbed Howard to attempt to speak with him. Howard did not like a late timeout, which was interpreted to show up his team. According to ESPN, In addition to Howard’s suspension, he was given a $40,000 fine. Gard has a $10,000 fine. Michigan players Moussa Diabate and Terrance Williams and Wisconsin’s Jahcobi Neath were suspended one game. There is no suspensions or fines for Krabbenhoft.

After an exchange of words, Howard grabbed Gard’s shirt before Krabbenhoft stepped in. After the swipe from Howard, both the coaching staff and players engaged in a scuffle that lasted several minutes.

“I didn’t like the timeout they called, and I’m being totally honest with you,” Howard said to ESPN. “I thought it was not necessary at that moment, especially with it being a large lead. … I thought that wasn’t fair to our guys. And so that’s what happened.”

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