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Source: Chris Trotman / Getty NIL deals aren’t just getting college athletes paid before going professional; it’s also righting some wrongs. There are rumors of NCAA kids getting paid under the table, showered with gifts for committing to certain schools, or congratulated for their athletic prowess, the most notable being Reggie Bush. The USC running back’s skills earned him … [Read more...] about 14 Years Later: Reggie Bush’s 2005 Heisman Trophy Reinstated, Social Media Knows Its About Time

Source: Stacy Revere / Getty While Boston‘s usually the butt of the joke when it comes to racially charged incidents, it turns out other cities can get just as charged up during playoff games. Indiana Pacer Tyrese Haliburton revealed that a racial slur was hurled at his brother during one of the series’ first two games against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. “My little … [Read more...] about Tyrese Haliburton Says His Little Brother Was Called N-Word By Fan In Milwaukee

Source: Josh Lavallee / Getty Even 24 hours later, it may not still feel real that the Carolina Hurricanes erased a 3-0 deficit against the New York Islanders in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, but that’s exactly what happened on Monday night, as Carolina took a 2-0 series lead. The win helped the team protect home ice, and in the process, became the first time … [Read more...] about Walt Ruff Recaps Hurricanes Historic Comeback Win

Source: Thien-An Truong/ISI Photos / Getty The bag has officially changed for WNBA players. Caitlin Clark is helping usher in a new era of the W, and it starts with the massive contract she’s inking with Nike. According to the Wall Street Journal, the former Iowa Hawkeye is being offered an eight-year deal worth up to $28 million. While it pales in comparison to the deals the … [Read more...] about Caitlin Clark’s Reported $28M Nike Deal Is Game-Changing For WNBA Players