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Damian Lillard Trade Shakes Up NBA Landscape

Portland Trail Blazers trade Damian Lillard in a surprising move, shaking up the NBA and sparking anticipation for the upcoming season. We discuss it here!

 
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Former Portland Trail Blazers Damian Lillard looks on during the third quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Moda Center on April 09, 2023 in Portland, Oregon. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

By: Joshua Martin

The moment sports fans have begrudgingly been waiting for has finally happened but not to the destination many of us thought. In a surprising move the Portland Trail Blazers finally parted ways with the organization's brightest star, in a 3 team deal that had the entertainment world buzzing. 

Camron and Snoop Dogg offered their thoughts as soon as word of the trade began to circulate. 

Going to the East, nephew. Ball out. You got Giannis on your squad now. Ugh! The East just got nasty. Lakers, we know what we gon’ do. But congrats to my nephew, Dame Lillard. Dame Time. Go get yours, nephew.
— Snoop Dogg

The trade officially went down on Wednesday between the Bucks, Portland Trail Blazers, and Phoenix Suns. In exchange for Dame D.O.L.L.A., the Blazers received Jrue Holiday, DeAndre Ayton, Toumani Camara along with future draft picks with many believing Holiday will soon be traded. The Suns received Jusuf Nurkic, Grayson Allen, Nassir Little, and Keon Johnson, all of whom will join a squad that bolsters a roster featuring Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and their latest addition Bradley Beal. In my opinion all three teams made out well, with Milwaukee instantly becoming title favorites. 

Damian Lillard & Giannis Antetokounmpo

Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo

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Lillard joining focus with Giannis Antetokounmpo will mark the first time that two players have joined forces after both averaging 30 points per game the previous season. With arguably the second greatest range shooter of all time paired with the Greek Freak, the upcoming season just got a lot more interesting. It’s very likely the Bucks will snag their second championship in four years. 

Damian Lillard

Damian Lillard of the Portland Trail Blazers waves goodbye to the Oklahoma City Thunder after hitting a last second 37 foot game winner to end Game 5 of the Western Conference quarterfinals during the 2019 NBA Playoffs at Moda Center on April 23, 2019 in Portland, Oregon. The Blazers defeated the Thunder 118-115. (Dykes/Getty Images)

Damian Lillard leaves Portland after spending his entire NBA career with the organization. Over the past 11 seasons, he powered his squad to eight playoff appearances and one Western Conference Finals appearance during the 2018-2019 season. Dame throughout the years often spoke against jumping ship to join a superteam, opting to remain committed to the Trail Blazers despite not having a real shot at a title.

The athlete/rapper took the on brand approach and addressed the trade in his latest track “Farwell” which dropped immediately after news broke of the trade. 

Dame D.O.L.L.A. - Farewell

Dame left it all on the court. Carving out a unique role for himself as an unstoppable efficient range shooter with the ability to facilitate and attack the basket with ease.

In summation, the NBA does an excellent job at remaining in the news cycle year round. This recent deal only intensifies the anticipation for the upcoming season. With the biggest domino finally on the move, even the casual fan can’t help but wonder who’s next? James Harden? Joel Embid? Trae Young? Karl-Anthony Towns? We’ll just have to wait and see. 


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What's Next For USA Basketball?

The USA basketball team has left the World Cup Games for the second consecutive time without a medal as they lost the Bronze Medal game in overtime to Canada. We discuss it here!

 
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By: Vince Wilson

The USA basketball team has left the World Cup Games for the second consecutive time without a medal as they lost the Bronze Medal game in overtime to Canada. This is only Canada's second medal in international basketball competition since 1936, behind a dominant performance from Shai Gileous Alexander who had 31 points and 12 assists. After starting 4-0, the USA team stumbled to the finish line losing 3 of their last 4 including close losses to Lithuania and Germany finishing 4th Place with a 5-3 record. 

The emergence of Anthony Edwards and Austin Reeves were the only bright spots for the USA team as the team looked overwhelmed and incohesive.  The USA team can still redeem themselves in the upcoming Olympic Games as they won gold both times. They missed a medal in 2006 and 2019, although many are feeling a need to revamp the team,  and maybe the coaching, as the team lacks the star power and roster balance to compete. Coach Kerr’s small ball five guard rotations were continuously outplayed by bigger teams and seemingly unable to stop anyone defensively. Germany’s big man and NBA journeyman Daniel Theis scored 21 points after only scoring 21 or more six times in his entire NBA career. Canada’s Dillon Brook’s 39 points were more points than he’s ever scored in any NBA game. 

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Dillon Brooks scored 39 points against Team USA, making 7 of his 8 attempts from 3-point range while drawing "MVP" chants from the crowd. 

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With USA’s ‘C’ team failing to medal, the question is, what’s next for USA Basketball?

LeBron James has entered the chat with a tweet. LBJ posts a cryptic ‘eyes emoji’ over an NBA CENTRAL tweet that has sent the sports world into a frenzy. LeBron James was a part of the disappointing 2004 Bronze team before joining forces with the late great Kobe Bryant for the Redeem team in 2008 and bringing back gold to the States. LeBron hasn’t played in international competitions since 2016 and it looks like he may be eyeing a comeback and last dance for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Many are hoping the recruiters can get Durant, Curry, Tatum, and the NBA’s elite to join him and bring back the Gold to the USA. Throw in the God of USA Basketball, Carmelo Anthony, and we may see the medal again.


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Damar Hamlin Documentary To Be Released Sharing His Road To Recovery

Damar Hamlin is releasing his documentary entitled Did We Win, which follows the Buffalo Bills' safety and his miraculous recovery after nearly dying on the football field.

 
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By: Joshua Martin

Damar Hamlin is releasing his documentary entitled Did We Win, which will follow the Buffalo Bills' safety and his miraculous recovery after almost dying on the football field. The title of the film references a question Hamlin asked from the hospital after waking from a medically induced sedation. According to reports, Damar’s team has been recording his journey since arriving at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. The film will document how he fought to regain his strength and handle life after his terrifying injury against the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday Night Football. 

He was discharged from the hospital on January 9th, 2023, and was briefly monitored at his Buffalo, N.Y. home. After his release, the professional athlete opened up about suffering from commotio cordis, a rare form of cardiac arrest. 

Not to sound cliché, man, but the ‘wow moment’ is every day just being able to wake up and just take deep breaths and live a peaceful life. To have a family, to have people around me that love me, that care about me, and for those people to still have me in their lives. They almost lost me. I died on national TV in front of the whole world. That right there is just the biggest blessing of it all. For me to still have my people and for my people to still have me.
— Damar Hamlin

Clay Tweel directed the documentary with Beau Flynn handling production duties through FlynnPictureCo company. Skydance Sports and NFL Films will serve as the sports doc’s executive producers.

Damar is a real-life superhero. His impact and recovery in such a short period of time has been extraordinary to witness. I am honored that he and his family have entrusted us. Damar’s incredible story needed to be shared with audiences and look forward to taking this step into nonfiction with him.
— Beau Flynn

The 25-year-old made the Bills 53-man active roster last month. He will serve as the Bills' backup safety this season. 


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USA basketball falls to Lithuania

USA basketball falls to Lithuania with 104-110 points making it their first loss of the 2023 FIBA World Cup Games. We discuss it here!

 
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By: Vince Wilson

USA basketball falls to Lithuania with 104-110 points making it their first loss of the 2023 FIBA World Cup Games. The final score appears a lot closer than it was as Lithuania got out to a twenty-point lead in the first half. Ending the first quarter with a 31-12 lead they killed the US from behind the stripe, eventually finishing shooting a scorching 14 of 25 from three-point land. 

The US team made a valiant late-game comeback behind Anthony Edwards' efficient 35 points but Lithuanian led a balanced attack. They had seven players with double-digit production even with their best player, All-NBA Center Domantus Sabonis sitting out.

Anthony Edwards

Photo Credit: USA Basketball (via Twitter)

Lithuania's big men Valincuinas and Sedekerskis carved up the US defense as they dominated the glass combining for 18 rebounds between them. The USA’s starting center and reigning Defensive Player of the Year, Jaren Jackson managed just 1 rebound, 3 points, and 5 fouls in the loss. Being the lone bright after being relegated to a 6th man spot early on in the tournament, Edwards was the main scoring option and playmaker. Often bringing up the ball and controlling the possession with a pick-and-roll situation. USA basketball just didn’t have enough to throw at Lithuania as many possessions were last-ditch efforts to Edwards, hoping he would make something happen, which he did more often than not. 

Lithuania remained undefeated at 5-0 and stood at the top of Group J as the USA fell to 4-1 in the tournament, although still qualifying for the quarterfinals and Olympic Games. Lithuania has always been a European powerhouse, delivering the US one of the most devastating losses in our international history in 2004. The US team would never recover and stumble to a disappointing Bronze medal. Hopefully, history will not repeat itself. 


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Coach Prime Leads Colorado Buffaloes to Stunning Upset Victory in Coaching Debut

Coach Prime's coaching debut with the newly restructured Colorado Buffaloes defied all odds as they secured a remarkable 45-42 comeback win over No. 17 TCU. We discuss it here!

 
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Coach Prime coaching his first game at Colorado against TCU on Saturday September 2, 2023.

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By: Adonis Armstrong

Coach Prime and his newly restructured Colorado Buffaloes made a powerful statement. Despite being massive 21-point underdogs following a dismal 1-11 season, the Buffaloes shocked the defending national runner-up, staging a remarkable comeback for a 45-42 victory that left the Amon G. Carter Stadium crowd in disbelief. This win marked Colorado's first road victory since 2021 and broke a streak of 24 consecutive losses when considered underdogs by 21 points or more.

We told you we comin’ we told you we comin’. You thought we were joking but guess what? We keep receipts.
— Coach Prime via FOX

Following three impressive seasons at Jackson State, Pro Football Hall of Fame cornerback Deion Sanders embarked on his debut with Colorado, leading a team comprising 86 fresh faces, among them his sons Shedeur and Shilo, along with Hunter.

Shedeur Sanders

During the first half on Saturday, Shedeur Sanders (Colorado quarterback #2) evaded TCU linebacker Jamoi Hodge (#6) in a run. (AP Photo)

While the spotlight was initially on Deion Sanders, his son Shedeur Sanders, the versatile Travis Hunter, and other newcomers from Colorado grabbed the attention with their exceptional performances during Saturday's game. Shedeur Sanders, who served as the team's starting quarterback, established a new single-game passing record for the Buffaloes by amassing 510 yards, becoming the first-ever Colorado QB to surpass the 500-yard milestone. His remarkable performance included 38 completions out of 47 attempts, resulting in four touchdowns and zero interceptions, with four different Colorado players accumulating over 100 receiving yards.

Travis Hunter

Travis Hunter (12) catches a pass against TCU Saturday September 2, 2023. (Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports)

Hunter, ranked as ESPN's second-best recruit in the 2022 class, chose to join Deion Sanders at Jackson State over Florida State and demonstrated his talents on both offense and defense during his Colorado debut. He intercepted a pass by Chandler Morris on third-and-1 from the Colorado 4-yard line, showcasing his defensive skills. Additionally, Hunter contributed significantly to the offense with 11 receptions for 119 yards, narrowly missing additional catches with two impressive diving attempts.

Prior to Saturday, Colorado had endured a streak of 26 consecutive games with fewer than 400 yards, ranking as the longest active streak in the FBS, as per research by ESPN Stats & Information. Also, the Buffs had been among the three FBS teams that hadn't seen a 300-yard passer in the previous two seasons.

Coach Prime and his team have kicked off the season impressively. It'll be intriguing to witness their ongoing development throughout the season, particularly on the defensive end. If they can make some improvements, they could become a force in the PAC-12.


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Coco Gauff Advances In The US Open

Coco Gauff advances in the U.S. Open after taking home the victory against Germany’s Laura Siegemund. We discuss it here!

 
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Coco Gauff competes in the 2023 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on August 28, 2023.

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By: Gentel Sharrie

Coco Gauff has been trailblazing through her intense tennis matches at the US Open. During the first round Gauff played against Germany’s Laura Siegemund. During the game, Gauff noticed Siegemund pace was extremely slow throughout the match so she decided to point it out to the Umpire. Even the crowd noticed that Siegemund was never ready when it was time for Gauff to serve, the crowd even let out an uproar when the Umpire disagreed with Gauff.

Gauff was issued a time warning, and Siegemund was penalized a point for a time penalty during the third set. Siegemund then complained about her penalty to the Umpire, but the crowd was still on Gauff's side. Gauff took the victory by winning the first round and advancing to round 2 where she played 16-year-old Russian teenager, Mirra Andreeva and won. 

Coco Gauff

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 28: Laura Siegemund (R) of Germany shakes hands with Coco Gauff of the United States following their Women's Singles First Round match on Day One of the 2023 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on August 28, 2023 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City.

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Coco Gauff started her professional tennis career in 2018 as a teenager when she received a wild card entry to the Miami Open. In 2019, she gained global recognition by defeating Venus Williams in the first round of Wimbledon. Gauff then reached the fourth round becoming the youngest player since 1991. She continued to impress by reaching the third round of the US Open that same year.

Since then, Gauff has obtained notable victories, climbed the rankings, and has become a prominent figure in women's tennis. Gauff is heading to the third round of the US Open and will be matching up with Elise Mertens. Gauff is hoping to become the first African American woman to reach back-to-back quarterfinals at the US Open since Serena Williams. 

Coco Gauff

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 28: Coco Gauff attends the U.S. Open with Maestro Dobel Tequila, the First Official Tequila Of The U.S. Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on August 28, 2023, in New York City.

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Jaylen Brown Makes History As The First Active NBA Player To Play In The BIG3 League

Boston Celtics All-Star NBA Forward Jaylen Brown made history becoming the first active NBA player to join Ice Cube’s BIG3 League. We discuss it here!

 
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By: Joshua Martin

On August 26th, Legendary West Coast rapper and Entrepreneur Ice Cube brought his BIG3 basketball league to London, where fans of the sport could enjoy the league’s All-Star game. Among the many stars on the court, Boston Celtics All-Star NBA Forward Jaylen Brown made history by joining team “BIG3”. He is the first active NBA player to participate in the increasingly popular 3-on-3 exhibition. Brown recently made headlines for signing the largest contract in NBA history, a 5-year, $304 million supermax extension with the Boston Celtics.

Before his appearance on the court, Ice Cube took to Twitter to show his appreciation for Brown while also explaining to his followers the magnitude of his participation. 

He played well but not well enough to help his team secure the win. The All-Star tallied up nine points, five rebounds, and two assists in a 51-42 loss against the opposing squad led by Jodie Meeks, Gerald Green, and Jason Richardson. 

Ice Cube and BIG 3 League At All-Star Game in London.

Photo Credit: VIA Ice Cube Twitter

In a brief interview, Brown was asked his reason behind playing in the game. 

Having some fun with charity, giving back to the community, and supporting, that’s it. It’s amazing being in this environment. Shout out to London, shout out to the O2 Arena. Excited to give back to charity, excited to be a part of this, and I appreciate you, Ice Cube.
— Jaylen Brown

Cube then followed up with another take on Brown’s participation.

I was blown away. I asked him if was he sure he wanted to make this move. He was like, ‘Yo, I wanna do this for the game, for the players, and it’s a big move for the league.
— Ice Cube

The BIG3 league comprises mostly retired and former NBA players on their rosters. Brown’s involvement with the league may open the door for more active players to do the same. 

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Simone Biles Makes History with Eighth U.S. National All-Around Gymnastics Title

Simone Biles rewrites history by securing her 8th US all-around gymnastics title at the 2023 Gymnastics Championships, showcasing her unparalleled skill and dedication. We discuss it here!

 
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On August 27, 2023, at the SAP Center, Simone Biles exults in her victory, taking the top spot in the floor exercise competition during day four of the 2023 U.S. Gymnastics Championships. PHOTO: EZRA SHAW/GETTY

By: Adonis Armstrong

For years, Simone Biles has garnered praise from fans, with many hailing her as the ultimate champion. Once more, she demonstrated her worthiness of that accolade at the 2023 U.S. Gymnastics Championships, held on Sunday August 27th in San Jose, California. She secured three titles, Biles achieved the distinction of becoming the oldest woman to conquer the all-around category. Also, she etched her name in history as the inaugural gymnast to claim a total of eight U.S. all-around titles.

Dominating the competition, the athlete clinched the gold for her remarkable performances in both the balance beam and floor exercises. Her overall two-day score of 118.45 showcased her prowess, with impressive scores of 29.300 on the balance beam, 30.200 on the floor, 28.400 on uneven bars, and 30.550 on vault. Adding to her victories, she secured a bronze medal for her exceptional uneven bars routine, as reported by GMA.

Since her debut in 2013, Biles has amassed an impressive collection of 27 U.S. titles and 35 medals from national championships. With seven Olympic medals to her name, including the title of 2016 Olympic individual all-around champion, her achievements are nothing short of remarkable. In 2021, Biles made headlines when she chose to prioritize her mental health during the Tokyo Olympics, withdrawing from both the team and individual all-around gymnastics events. This decision was prompted by a moment during the vaulting competition where she felt disoriented while mid-air.

At the age of 26, the athlete previously held an all-around national championship record jointly with Alfred Jochim, who secured seven men's titles spanning 1925 to 1930 and 1933. However, her recent victory has propelled her to surpass this 90-year-old record.

The 2023 U.S. Gymnastics Championships, however, left spectators amazed by her prowess. As she concluded the floor exercise during the final rotation, the gymnast earned a standing ovation from the audience of nearly 12,000, serving as a powerful reminder that she is still widely regarded as the Greatest of All Time.

Following the competition, Biles received an invitation to become a member of the USA Gymnastics 2023-’24 Senior Women’s National Team.


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Kobe Bryant Statue Unveiling Set for Feb. 8 Outside Lakers Arena

A Kobe Bryant statue is scheduled to be revealed outside the Crypto.com Arena by the Los Angeles Lakers on February 8, 2024. We discuss it here!

 
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Vanessa Bryant revealed on Thursday, August 24th, that the Los Angeles Lakers intend to reveal a Kobe Bryant statue on February 8, 2024. The announcement was conveyed through a video posted on the Lakers' social media platforms at 8:24 a.m. Set to occur outdoors at the Crypto.com Arena, the ceremony marks the initial in a series of commemorations planned by the team to honor Bryant's enduring legacy.

For numerous fans, August 24th holds significance as Mamba Day, a tribute to the jerseys Kobe wore during his Lakers career, marked by the numbers 8 and 24.

On behalf of the Lakers, my daughters and me, I am so honored that, right here in the center of Los Angeles, in front of the place known as 'The House that Kobe Built,' we are going to unveil his statue so that his legacy can be celebrated forever, Vanessa stated.

The statue ceremony date also serves as a tribute to their late daughter, Gianna Bryant, who donned the number 2 jersey.

Taking his place among highly regarded Lakers figures, Bryant will be the seventh individual to be commemorated with a statue outside of Crypto.com Arena. He will join the ranks of Elgin Baylor, Shaquille O'Neal, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Magic Johnson, Jerry West, and broadcaster Chick Hearn.

Rob Pelinka, the Lakers' General Manager and Vice President of Basketball Operations, affirmed that Bryant's influence will tangibly manifest in the space he helped shape, affording everyone the opportunity to pay homage to the departed NBA icon.

Lakers owner Jeanie Buss additionally released a statement regarding the impending ceremony, expressing that Kobe stood as one of the most legendary figures in the history of Los Angeles.

“There is no better place for Kobe to be honored with a statue than here, at the center of our city, where everyone can celebrate him and be inspired by his incredible achievements,” Buss stated.

Coinciding with the ceremony, the Lakers are scheduled to face off against the defending champions, the Denver Nuggets, on the same day.


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Reggie Bush Is On A Quest To Get His Heisman Trophy Back In NCAA Defamation Lawsuit

Former NFL player and Super Bowl champion Reggie Bush seeks to regain his NCAA Heisman Trophy after a cash and gifts scandal, challenging the NCAA's denial with a defamation lawsuit and addressing new rules on athlete image profiting. We discuss it here!

 
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By: Gentel Sharrie

In 2010 Former NFL Player and Super Bowl Champion Reggie Bush had to give up his NCAA Heisman Trophy that he won in 2005 because he received over $300,000 in cash and gifts during his collegiate career, which was against the NCAA rules. Now Reggie Bush is fighting to get his Heisman Trophy back after the NCAA denied him back in 2021, even though the NCAA put out new rules that athletes can start profiting off of their image. 

Reggie Bush, University of Southern California tailback holds the Heisman Trophy during the 2005 Heisman Trophy presentation at the Hard Rock Cafe in New York City, New York on December 10, 2005. Bush received 2,541 points on the ballot.

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On August 23rd, 2023 Reggie Bush held a press conference at the Los Angeles Coliseum, after filing a defamation lawsuit against the NCAA. During the press conference, Bush’s attorney stated. “Most recently, the NCAA has made a statement about me, accusing me of engaging in a pay-for-play arrangement, which is 100% not true," Bush said in a statement."Not only is it not true, but there is no evidence to even support that claim. This action seeks to hold the NCAA accountable for its unlawful conduct and for the damages, mental anguish, humiliation, and embarrassment it has caused Mr. Bush by the NCAA’s false and defamatory statement.”

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Reggie Bush, University of Southern California tailback holds the Heisman Trophy during the 2005 Heisman Trophy presentation at the Hard Rock Cafe in New York City, New York on December 10, 2005. Bush received 2,541 points on the ballot.

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The NCAA released a statement saying “Although college athletes can now receive benefits from their names, images, and likenesses through activities like endorsements and appearances, NCAA rules still do not permit pay-for-play type arrangements. The NCAA infractions process exists to promote fairness in college sports. The rules that govern fair play are voted on, agreed to, and expected to be upheld by all NCAA member schools.”

During Reggie Bush’s amazing collegiate Heisman career, he rushed 1740 yards and scored 18 touchdowns. Bush then went on to continue his career in the NFL where he played for the New Orleans Saints where he won a Super Bowl championship, he also played for the Miami Dolphins, and Detroit Lions. 

Reggie Bush

MIAMI GARDENS, FL - FEBRUARY 07: Reggie Bush #25 of the New Orleans Saints holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy in the locker room after defeating the Indianapolis Colts during Super Bowl XLIV on February 7, 2010, at Sun Life Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.

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