WNBA's National Anthem Disrespect; MLB's Ticket Costs Spark Outrage

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October 20, 2026

👋 Good morning, folks, Hoopsday is officially here. The NBA is back, and the 2026-27 season tips off with the first-ever opening-day tripleheader broadcast nationally. But before you tune into that, here’s what everyone’s talking about: WNBA teams are bending the rulebook with their national anthem moves, Monday Night Football had some wild moments, and Bronny barely survived the cut with the Lakers. Details on all of it inside. Off we go…

Dream-Valkyries Accused of 'Disrespecting' National Anthem AGAIN Despite WNBA Rulebook Requirement Read More →

Refs Ignore 49ers Star Illegally Hitting Opponent, Commanders Player Gets Carted Off, Purdy Makes History & More from MNF Read More →

MLB's Sky-High World Series Tickets Leap Past Super Bowl Prices — and Fans Aren't Happy Read More →

Lakers Cut Promising Young Star While Bronny James Survives Narrowly Read More →

College Football Star Faces Punishment from Team After DUI Arrest in Oregon Read More →

Football Player Knocks Down Opponent Carrying American Flag In Heated Scenes Another Dodgers Star Hints at Exit After “Hardest Year” of His Career Troy Aikman Faces Backlash Over Controversial Take on Analytics and NFL Coaches NBA Star Creates History After Signing Stunning $40M Extension Gaël Monfils Abruptly Ends Career Without Farewell Match After Split With Svitolina

F1 X NBA! A quick pit stop before the NBA season kicks off. F1 driver Kimi Antonelli stopped by Spurs practice ahead of their season-opener against the Thunder. Watch his fun conversation with Wemby and the Spurs’ team inside!

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