‘I’m still in shock’: Sports writer John Feinstein suddenly dies

Feinstein covered a variety of sports over his decades-long career and became a familiar commentator on NPR, ESPN and other radio programs. MCLEAN, Va. — John Feinstein, a best-selling author and sports columnist at the Washington Post, died Thursday, according to the publication. He was 69.  His brother, Robert Feinstein, confirmed the death to the … Read more

Title IX memo throws wrench in plans for schools to pay NIL money directly to athletes

The nine-page memo from the DOE’s Office for Civil Rights said NIL money that goes to athletes should be treated the same as athletic financial aid. NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Plans for colleges to pay athletes directly for their name, image and likeness deals would run afoul of Title IX, the Department of Education said in guidance … Read more

Southwest Airlines deflects bag policy backlash to Dallas Mavericks: ‘It’s not like we traded Luka…’

The post referencing the Luka Doncic trade came after the airline had received backlash for its decision to change its longstanding policy of “bags fly free.” DALLAS — Dallas-based Southwest Airlines deflected some backlash and threw some shade at the Dallas Mavericks on social media amid the public response by the airline to end its … Read more

Spurs’ Juan Nunez undergoes knee surgery; Spurs, USAA to honor military families

San Antonio Spurs’ Juan Nunez undergoes knee surgery, sidelined for six months. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio Spurs overseas player guard Juan Nunez has undergone knee surgery and will be out for the remainder of Barcelona’s season, the team has announced. [𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓 𝐌𝐄̀𝐃𝐈𝐂] El jugador 𝐉𝐮𝐚𝐧 𝐍𝐮𝐧̃𝐞𝐳 s’ha sotmès a una artroscòpia per tractar una … Read more

San Antonio Spurs’ Keldon Johnson + the rebuild: Does he fit long term? | Locked On Spurs

SAN ANTONIO — Could Keldon Johnson’s recent performance be a big key to the San Antonio Spurs‘ rebuild? With impressive stats and a knack for creating his own shots, Johnson is making a strong case for his role alongside rising stars like Victor Wembanyama.  The episode explores whether Johnson should remain a cornerstone of the … Read more

Hilarious! Spurs’ rookie Stephon Castle gets pranked by teammates

“He deserves it for sure,” De’Aaron Fox said, laughing about the team prank on the rookie. SAN ANTONIO — He may be an incredible player on the court, but that doesn’t mean that San Antonio Spurs‘ Stephon Castle is immune to some lighthearted rookie hazing. Following the Spurs’ win over the Mavericks Wednesday night, Blake … Read more