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WASHINGTON (BAMM Network) — President Donald Trump renewed his criticism of NBA superstar LeBron James on Friday, suggesting the basketball icon may be “a racist” while declaring Michael Jordan the greatest player in league history. Trump made the comments in the Oval Office after Fox News reporter Peter Doocy asked whether James should be considered the greatest NBA player of all time following his decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers. While sitting in the Oval Office dur

TAMPA, Fla. (BAMM Network) — Could the Southeastern Conference eventually break away from the NCAA? SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey isn't predicting it—but he isn't dismissing the possibility either. Jul 20, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey speaks to the press during SEC Football Kickoff Media Day at the Tampa Marriott. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images Speaking Wednesday during SEC Media Days in Tampa, Sankey acknowledged that conference leader

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (BAMM Network) — Justin Bieber's performance during the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final halftime show sparked mixed reactions Sunday, with many fans praising the singer's vocals while others questioned whether his song choice matched the energy of the global event. Justin Bieber performs during the FIFA World Cup Final 2026™ Topps Halftime Show on July 19, 2026. Bieber took the stage during FIFA's historic Super Bowl-style halftime show, performing a slo

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (BAMM Network) — When YouTube star IShowSpeed took the stage during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final closing ceremony, it marked more than a performance—it signaled how global sports are increasingly embracing the influence of digital creators. IShowSpeed, whose real name is Darren Watkins Jr., performed his song "World Cup (Champions)" as part of FIFA's pre-match entertainment lineup before Sunday's championship match. FIFA announced the streamer as one of

TAMPA, Fla. (BAMM Network) — SEC Media Days have long marked the unofficial start of college football season. Beginning Monday in Tampa, all 16 Southeastern Conference head coaches will take the stage alongside selected players, fielding questions about quarterback battles, preseason expectations and championship aspirations. But for many Millennials and Gen Z fans, the biggest conversations aren't happening behind the podium. They're happening on TikTok, Reddit, YouTube and

ATLANTA (BAMM Network) — As football season approaches, Historically Black Colleges and Universities across the South are preparing for what many alumni call the biggest family reunion of the year. The Sonic Boom of the South is known for their high-energy, high-stepping, fiery performance style. (Photo by Charles A. Smith/JSU) The 2026 HBCU homecoming season officially begins in September and stretches into November, bringing thousands of alumni, students, families and visit

ATLANTA (BAMM Network) — Atlanta police arrested an Argentina supporter during a pre-match rally ahead of Wednesday's FIFA World Cup semifinal between Argentina and England, following an incident that drew widespread attention on social media and underscored heightened security surrounding one of the tournament's highest-profile matches. Video taken of an Atlanta police officer arresting an Argentina supporter during a pre-match rally ahead of a FIFA World Cup semifinal betwe

NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Pelicans currently hold just one selection heading into the 2026 NBA Draft, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the franchise will be quiet on draft night. FILE PHOTO: NBA Commissioner Adam Silver announces the start of the first round of the NBA basketball draft on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 in New York.(AP Photo/Adam Hunger) As of Monday, the Pelicans own the No. 58 overall pick in the second round of the draft, scheduled for June 23-24 at Barclays