Victor Wembanyama is reportedly considering signing for less than his maximum possible contract extension with the San Antonio Spurs. This decision could mirror Jalen Brunson’s approach with the New York Knicks, allowing for greater cap flexibility. The move comes as the NBA navigates its restrictive apron era.
The Miami Marlins, with a 52-42 record and strong home form, are set to face the Cleveland Guardians. Sandy Alcantara pitches for Miami, while Parker Messick starts for Cleveland, as both teams aim to continue their respective seasons.
An altercation involving guard Tyler Herro reportedly took place at a practice court within a Las Vegas hotel this morning. The incident commenced when Adebayo approached Herro regarding social media comments.
The Orioles are set to host the Royals in their final series before the All-Star break, aiming to build on recent momentum. They avoided a sweep by the Cubs, with Jeremiah Jackson’s pinch-hit double proving decisive. The team is currently eight games below .500, with rain in the forecast for the weekend.
Isabel Haugseng Johansen, long-time girlfriend of Erling Haaland, has begun sharing more of her story, from her background as a footballer to her growing interest in fashion. She and Haaland welcomed their first child together in December 2024, a son.
The Detroit Tigers are charging headfirst into the All-Star break after securing six victories in seven tries so far in July. They open their final series against the Philadelphia Phillies, with Jack Flaherty facing Aaron Nola.
After winning plaudits across the globe for his World Cup performances with Cape Verde, goalkeeper Vozinha has another honour. A newly discovered species of sea slug has been named after the 40-year-old star.
The Chicago Bulls have announced the acquisition of Nic Claxton from the Brooklyn Nets. This development confirms the completion of a four-team deal involving Chicago, Brooklyn, Charlotte, and Minnesota.
Arsenal have been ‘set a price’ to sign Aston Villa star Ezri Konsa, as they also look to land Morgan Rogers. Aston Villa have ‘set their asking price’ for Konsa at £50m, with Arsenal facing a potential £180m outlay for both players.
FIFA has announced it will sell small pieces of the New York New Jersey Stadium pitch, the venue for the 2026 World Cup final. These collectibles, priced between $450 and $3,000, will ship to buyers in the U.S., UK, and Europe after the final on July 19. The playing surface itself has faced criticism from players in earlier tournament rounds.
