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  • Gayle King Makes History: CBS Mornings Co-Host to Join All-Women Crew on Blue Origin Space Mission

    Gayle King Makes History: CBS Mornings Co-Host to Join All-Women Crew on Blue Origin Space Mission



    Title: CBS Mornings Co-host Gayle King to Make History as Part of Blue Origin’s All-Women Crew Heading to Space

    Post: Get ready for an out-of-this-world experience as CBS Mornings co-host Gayle King joins Blue Origin’s historic all-women crew for a journey to space! This groundbreaking mission is set to make history as the first all-female crew to venture beyond Earth’s atmosphere. Stay tuned for updates and exclusive coverage as Gayle King and her fellow astronauts embark on this extraordinary space adventure. #GayleKing #BlueOrigin #SpaceExploration #AllWomenCrew #CBSMornings



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  • Top Five Lakers All-Star snubs in history: The case of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

    Top Five Lakers All-Star snubs in history: The case of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar



    Title: The Top 5 Lakers All-Star Snubs in History – Featuring Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

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    When it comes to NBA All-Star selections, there have been plenty of controversial snubs over the years. The Los Angeles Lakers, being one of the most iconic franchises in the league, have had their fair share of players who were overlooked for the All-Star game. Here are the top 5 Lakers All-Star snubs of all time, with the legendary Kareem Abdul-Jabbar leading the way.

    1. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
    Arguably the greatest player in Lakers history, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was shockingly snubbed from the All-Star game in 1976. Despite averaging 27.7 points and 16.9 rebounds per game that season, Abdul-Jabbar was left off the Western Conference roster. His absence from the All-Star game that year remains one of the biggest snubs in NBA history.

    2. Elgin Baylor
    Elgin Baylor, a Hall of Famer and 11-time All-Star, was surprisingly left off the All-Star roster in 1966. Baylor was averaging 27.1 points and 12.1 rebounds per game that season, but somehow failed to make the All-Star team. Many believe that Baylor’s snub was a result of the Lakers’ struggles that season, but it was still a shock to see a player of his caliber left out of the All-Star game.

    3. Jerry West
    Another Lakers legend, Jerry West, was famously snubbed from the All-Star game in 1974. Despite averaging 25.8 points and 9.7 assists per game that season, West was not selected to the Western Conference roster. West’s omission from the All-Star game that year was met with widespread criticism, as he was widely regarded as one of the best players in the league at the time.

    4. James Worthy
    James Worthy, a key member of the Lakers’ “Showtime” era, was surprisingly left off the All-Star roster in 1986. Worthy was averaging 20 points and 5.7 rebounds per game that season, but was not selected to the Western Conference team. Many believe that Worthy’s snub was a result of the Lakers’ stacked roster that year, but it was still a disappointing omission for a player of his caliber.

    5. Pau Gasol
    Pau Gasol, a two-time NBA champion with the Lakers, was shockingly left off the All-Star roster in 2013. Gasol was averaging 15.3 points and 9.5 rebounds per game that season, but was not selected to the Western Conference team. Many believed that Gasol’s omission was a result of the Lakers’ struggles that year, but it was still a surprising snub for a player of his talent.

    In conclusion, the Los Angeles Lakers have had their fair share of All-Star snubs over the years, with legendary players like Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Elgin Baylor, Jerry West, James Worthy, and Pau Gasol all being left off the All-Star roster at one point or another. These snubs serve as a reminder that even the best players can sometimes be overlooked when it comes to All-Star selections.



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    2. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
    3. NBA All-Star history
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    5. Basketball Hall of Fame

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  • American skier Mikaela Shiffrin makes history with 100th World Cup win

    American skier Mikaela Shiffrin makes history with 100th World Cup win



    Title: “Celebrating a Legend: Mikaela Shiffrin Makes History with 100th World Cup Win”

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    Join us in celebrating an incredible milestone in the world of skiing as American skier Mikaela Shiffrin achieves her 100th World Cup win! Shiffrin has cemented her status as a skiing legend with this historic accomplishment, solidifying her place in the record books.

    From her early days on the slopes to now, Shiffrin has captivated audiences with her skill, determination, and unwavering passion for the sport. Her journey to 100 World Cup wins is a testament to her hard work and dedication, inspiring skiers and fans around the world.

    As we applaud Mikaela Shiffrin for this incredible achievement, we look forward to witnessing her continued success and impact on the world of skiing. Congratulations, Mikaela, on reaching this historic milestone! #MikaelaShiffrin #WorldCupWin #SkiingLegend



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  • Tems Makes History as Future’s ‘Wait For U’ Surpasses 1 Billion Streams in Africa

    Tems Makes History as Future’s ‘Wait For U’ Surpasses 1 Billion Streams in Africa



    Tems Makes History: Future’s ‘Wait For U’ Surpasses 1 Billion Streams in Africa

    In a groundbreaking achievement, Nigerian singer Tems has set a new African record as Future’s hit track ‘Wait For U’ crosses an astonishing 1 billion streams on various platforms. This milestone not only solidifies Tems’ status as a rising star in the music industry but also highlights the immense popularity of African music on a global scale.

    Join us in celebrating Tems’ incredible accomplishment and the power of African artists to captivate audiences worldwide. Experience the magic of ‘Wait For U’ and witness the unstoppable rise of Tems as she continues to make waves in the music industry. Congratulations to Tems and Future on this remarkable achievement! #Tems #Future #WaitForU #1BillionStreams #AfricanMusic #MusicMilestone



    Tems has set a new African record with Future’s hit song ‘Wait For U’ reaching 1 billion streams!

    The talented Nigerian singer, Tems, has made history as the featured artist on Future’s track ‘Wait For U’, which has surpassed 1 billion streams on various music platforms. This achievement not only highlights Tems’ incredible vocals and songwriting abilities but also solidifies her as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry.

    ‘Wait For U’ is a mesmerizing collaboration between Tems and Future, blending their unique styles and creating a captivating sound that has resonated with fans worldwide. The song’s infectious melody and powerful lyrics have struck a chord with listeners, propelling it to the coveted milestone of 1 billion streams.

    As Tems continues to make waves with her music and garner international recognition, this achievement further cements her status as one of Africa’s brightest talents. Congratulations to Tems and Future on this incredible accomplishment – here’s to many more milestones to come! #Tems #Future #WaitForU #1BillionStreams #AfricanRecord

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  • Breaking Records: Tems Makes History as First African Female Artist to Achieve New Spotify Milestone

    Breaking Records: Tems Makes History as First African Female Artist to Achieve New Spotify Milestone



    Tems Makes History as First African Female Artist to Achieve Major Spotify Milestone
    Discover the groundbreaking achievements of Nigerian singer-songwriter Tems as she becomes the first African female artist to reach a new milestone on Spotify. Join us as we celebrate her incredible success and explore the impact of her music on the global stage. #Tems #AfricanMusic #SpotifyMilestone



    Tems, the Nigerian singer-songwriter, has made history as the first African female artist to reach a new Spotify milestone. With her hit songs such as “Damages” and “Try Me,” Tems has gained international recognition and a dedicated fan base.

    Her music has resonated with listeners all over the world, propelling her to the top of the charts and earning her a spot in the hearts of many. Now, Tems has reached a new milestone on Spotify, solidifying her status as a rising star in the music industry.

    Fans and fellow artists have taken to social media to congratulate Tems on this incredible achievement, praising her talent and hard work. This milestone is not only a testament to Tems’ musical prowess but also a significant moment for African female artists in the industry.

    As Tems continues to break barriers and make her mark on the music scene, we can’t wait to see what the future holds for this talented artist. Congratulations, Tems, on this remarkable accomplishment!

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    8. Tems music breakthrough
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    10. Tems Nigerian artist Spotify milestone

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  • Santiago Giménez makes history in Champions League with goal in Milan vs Feyenoord match

    Santiago Giménez makes history in Champions League with goal in Milan vs Feyenoord match



    “Breaking News: Santiago Giménez Scores Goal in Milan vs Feyenoord Match and Makes History in the Champions League! Find Out How the Rising Star is Making Waves in European Football”



    Santiago Giménez scores goal in Milan vs Feyenoord match and makes history in the Champions League

    In a thrilling Champions League match between AC Milan and Feyenoord, Santiago Giménez made headlines by scoring a crucial goal that helped his team secure a victory. The young striker’s goal not only showcased his talent and skill on the field, but also made him the youngest Mexican player to score in a Champions League match.

    Giménez’s performance in the match was nothing short of impressive, as he displayed great composure and determination in front of goal. His goal not only gave Milan a much-needed lead, but also proved to be the deciding factor in the outcome of the match.

    With this historic goal, Santiago Giménez has solidified his place as one of the rising stars in the world of football. His talent and potential have caught the attention of fans and experts alike, and it is clear that he has a bright future ahead of him.

    As Santiago Giménez continues to make waves in the football world, fans can expect to see more unforgettable moments from this young and talented player. Congratulations to Santiago Giménez on his historic achievement in the Champions League match against Feyenoord.

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    #Santiago #Giménez #anota #gol #duelo #Milán #Feyenoord #hace #historia #Champions #League

  • ‘S.N.L.’ Weekend Update: An Oral History of 50 Seasons

    ‘S.N.L.’ Weekend Update: An Oral History of 50 Seasons


    MICHAELS Because Chevy said his own name and because it was popular, he was the first person to emerge. Subsequently, it’s where most people broke out: Gilda Radner, John Belushi, and to this day it continues. [When Chase left], I thought, You can’t follow Chevy. Any other guy doing it would be seen as a reaction to him. Jane was my first choice.

    JANE CURTIN (anchor, 1976-80) I’m a good cold reader. It was easy for me to look into the camera and spew things without going over the top because I had done commercials. At that time, there weren’t many female anchors, and they were all very ambitious and driven. There was a brittleness to them because they had to compete with the men. So I thought, well, I’ll do that.

    Dan [Aykroyd] just appeared — I guess they thought we needed more people there — and I thought, Oh, great, company. I trusted Dan. The chemistry was there just from watching him work and being in sketches with him.

    MICHAELS “Jane, you ignorant slut” was a parody of “60 Minutes” at the time.

    CURTIN This was the ’70s, and it was an interesting dynamic that men and women had. It was not unusual to have a response that pointed — but not exactly that direct. I never assumed anybody would use it that way without the other person thinking it was funny. If they’re not using it in jest, then they’re an idiot.

    After five seasons of “S.N.L.,” there was plenty of cast turnover and creative burnout, and Michaels was contemplating his future. On the May 10, 1980, broadcast, Franken performed a satirical Weekend Update commentary, “A Limo for a Lame-O,” that mocked the NBC president, Fred Silverman, for the network’s poor performance. The fallout from this segment is sometimes cited as a reason Michaels and Franken departed “S.N.L.” at the end of the season.



    Saturday Night Live’s Weekend Update segment has been a staple of the show for 50 seasons, providing viewers with a satirical take on current events and pop culture. In this oral history, we take a look back at the evolution of Weekend Update and the iconic anchors who have delivered the news with humor and wit.

    From Chevy Chase and Jane Curtin to Seth Meyers and Colin Jost, Weekend Update has been home to some of the most talented comedians in the industry. Their sharp commentary and hilarious jokes have kept audiences entertained for decades, making Weekend Update one of the most beloved segments on S.N.L.

    Join us as we dive into the behind-the-scenes stories, memorable moments, and unforgettable characters that have made Weekend Update a comedic institution. From political satire to celebrity gossip, Weekend Update has covered it all with a unique blend of humor and insight.

    So grab your coffee and settle in for a trip down memory lane as we celebrate 50 seasons of Weekend Update on S.N.L. It’s sure to be a wild ride filled with laughs, surprises, and plenty of unforgettable moments.

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    1. Saturday Night Live
    2. Weekend Update
    3. Oral History
    4. 50 Seasons
    5. S.N.L.
    6. Comedy
    7. Sketch Comedy
    8. Television
    9. Lorne Michaels
    10. NBC

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  • One player in NFL history has already pulled off a Super Bowl three-peat: Chiefs aiming to match this legend


    NEW ORLEANS — The Kansas City Chiefs will be looking to make NFL history on Super Bowl Sunday. If they can beat the Philadelphia Eagles, that will make the Chiefs the first team in league history to win three Super Bowls in a row. 

    Although it’s an unprecedented team feat, the three-peat has actually been accomplished before by a player. That’s right: Since the first Super Bowl was played in January 1967, there has been exactly ONE player who has managed to win three Super Bowls in a row, and that player is Ken Norton Jr. 

    The former NFL linebacker played in the NFL for 13 years and during the early 1990s, Norton had the wildest postseason run in league history. Here’s a look at how he did: 

    1992: Cowboys beat Bills in Super Bowl XXVII
    1993: Cowboys beat Bills in Super Bowl XXVIII
    1994: 49ers beat Chargers in Super Bowl XXIX

    Norton started his career in Dallas after the Cowboys selected him as a second-round pick in the 1988 NFL Draft. Although the Cowboys were terrible during his first two seasons with the team, Jimmy Johnson quickly got them turned around and they were in the Super Bowl by 1992. Not only did they trounce the Bills 52-17 in Super Bowl XXVII, but they returned the next year and beat up on Buffalo again in a 30-13 win. 

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    Prisco's 2025 Super Bowl pick: In Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs we trust; QB leads game-winning drive vs. Eagles

    After the 1993 season, Norton moved on to San Francisco and he was right back in the big game while playing for a 49ers team that destroyed the Chargers 49-26 in Super Bowl XXIX. That’s three Super Bowl wins by an average 25 points per game, which is about as dominant as it gets. 

    Norton’s unbelievable run ended in 1995 when the 49ers got knocked out of the playoffs by the Green Bay Packers in a 27-17 divisional-round loss. Norton ended up playing in the NFL until retiring in 2000. 

    He actually ended up winning another Super Bowl ring as a member of Seattle’s coaching staff after the Seahawks won Super Bowl XLVIII with a dominant 43-8 win over the Denver Broncos. Th 58-year-old Norton also won a national championship as an assistant coach at USC in 2004. 

    If he’s going to add another Super Bowl ring to his résumé anytime soon, it’s going to come in Washington where Norton is currently the linebackers coach for the Commanders

    If the Chiefs win on Sunday, Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and 27 other players will join Norton on the list of people who have pulled off a three-peat. 

    One player who deserves honorable mention in the three-peat department is Russ Hochstein. The former NFL offensive lineman played for the Buccaneers in 2002, but got cut in October, just three months before Tampa Bay would go on to win the Super Bowl. He then ended up with the Patriots and won a ring in both 2003 and 2004, so he played for three Super Bowl-winning teams in a row, but he wasn’t around for the Bucs’ win over the Raiders in Super Bowl XXXVII, so he only got two rings in that span. 





    In the history of the NFL, only one player has achieved the remarkable feat of winning three consecutive Super Bowls. That player is none other than Charles Haley, who accomplished this incredible feat with the San Francisco 49ers in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

    Now, the Kansas City Chiefs are aiming to match this legendary achievement as they head into the upcoming season with their sights set on a third consecutive Super Bowl victory. Led by superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes and a talented roster, the Chiefs have the potential to etch their names in the history books alongside Charles Haley.

    With the new season on the horizon, all eyes will be on the Chiefs as they strive to make history and solidify their place among the greatest teams in NFL history. Will they be able to pull off the elusive Super Bowl three-peat and join the ranks of legends like Charles Haley? Only time will tell, but one thing is for certain – the Chiefs are determined to leave their mark on the NFL record books.

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  • Devin Booker, about to make Suns history, has found a home (and voice) in Arizona


    PHOENIX — Andy Page was ready. The 44-year-old Phoenix Suns fan had set a reminder in his cell phone. “Jan. 24. 8 a.m.”

    The Nike Book 1 “Forrest Gump” sneakers were about to drop. Page had been a Suns fan for as long as he could remember. He grew up watching Tom Chambers, Eddie Johnson and Jeff Hornacek. He celebrated the postseason runs of Charles Barkley and Steve Nash.

    In 2015, the Suns drafted Devin Booker, a guard from the University of Kentucky. It didn’t take long for Page to appreciate everything about Booker. He remembers thinking: “This is what I want as a Suns fan. He’s a homegrown guy. He’s all about us. He’s a good player. He fits everything you would want.”

    While working as an administration assistant at Phoenix Sunnyslope High, Page called up the Nike website. At 8 a.m., he ordered the Gump shoes, size 11. A message flashed: “Sorry, the product you want is no longer available.”

    Disappointed, Page returned to work.

    An hour later, his luck changed. Page noticed Booker had posted on his Instagram story. The Phoenix guard said he was hiding sneakers at certain locations, similar to what he had previously done in Paris during the Summer Olympics and in other places. Finders keepers.

    A four-time All-Star, Booker is about to become the Suns’ career scoring leader, 22 points behind the record entering Monday. Over 10 years, he has become the state’s most popular athlete, his No. 1 jersey an unmistakable part of the desert landscape. He has connected to fans in his own unique way, finding his voice in ways few could have imagined.

    Devin Booker


    In 10 seasons in Phoenix, Devin Booker has become a fan favorite while making four All-Star and two All-NBA teams and leading the Suns to the 2021 finals. (Chris Schwegler / NBAE via Getty Images)

    Booker had stolen “Finders Keepers” from DJ Clark Kent, a hip-hop producer and legendary sneakerhead in New York. Kent hid sneakers from his personal collection around the city, posting clues of their whereabouts. Booker had even contacted Kent and asked for location suggestions when he did a similar scavenger hunt in New York.

    The Suns star had not participated in a recent giveaway in Sedona, Ariz. — Phoenix had a game that night, he said — but he had time for this one. Pulling up his hoodie to avoid detection, Booker hid shoes at various locations, including one at a bus stop on West Dunlap Avenue.

    As he watched Booker’s IG story, Page recognized Sunnyslope High in the background. As Booker panned the area with his phone, giving viewers clues to the location, Page recognized the street. “That’s us!” he said.

    Page ran outside. He found the shoes, which featured Booker’s signature and “Finders Keepers” in black ink. As Page walked back to the school, he noticed a man driving slowly, window down, looking for the shoes. When the man noticed Page carrying them, he flashed a thumbs up and yelled, “Go Suns!”

    Booker, 28, says he likes to tell his story through his shoes. The Book 1 “Haven” is named after his dog. The Book 1 “Flagstaff” is named after the northern Arizona city in which Booker likes to hang. The Book 1 “Forrest Gump,” low cut with a red swoosh, is named after one of his favorite movies.

    “I think it makes him so relatable,” Page said of Booker. “He’s blessed enough to have this cool shoe deal with Nike. He wants to share that with people. Here, have some free shoes. Like he has said, I think it helps him feel connected.”


    Before he was hired as coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, JJ Redick hosted a popular podcast, “The Old Man and the Three,” a basketball show that featured NBA stars. In the spring of 2024, Redick had Booker on as a guest. Months later, Redick was asked if he had learned anything about the Suns star.

    Redick smiled.

    “I’ll share a quick story,” he said. “We went to his house. Didn’t really have a set time. Just kind of come over, hang out, let’s talk and we’ll record at some point. Never had a guest do this in 400-some episodes. We had our producer setting up. And Devin really took a lot of pride in participating in the setup process. The lighting, what was in the background, the camera angles, what was on the table.

    “It resonated with me because I’m a very particular person, and there’s a level of obsession about things. I think sometimes players — and Devin’s one of these guys — that are obsessed with basketball and obsessed with all that goes into being a great basketball player, that obsession carries over to the rest of their life. I know that. And that was cool for me to kind of watch what normally is a 5- to 10-minute process turn into a 45-minute process.”

    Asked about this, Booker said Redick had tried to get him on the podcast for a couple of years. The preparation at his house mostly had to do with product placement. Booker didn’t want to promote anything without compensation. But he also said he spent that time trying to decide if he actually wanted to do the podcast.

    “I don’t know,” Booker said. “Everyone has a podcast now, and there’s so much information out there. I just did a decent job of kind of staying in my own lane and kind of out of the way. Protect the peace.”

    Booker added that he had done “The Backyard Podcast,” hosted by close friend and fellow baller D’Angelo Russell. The feedback was good. He said people seemed to enjoy when he showed personality, but it wasn’t easy for him.

    “I feel uncomfortable sometimes,” Booker said. “I don’t like listening to myself back and hearing it again. I’m always like, ‘I should’ve said that differently.’”

    Booker has few regrets about his time in Phoenix, but he admits it’s been a roller coaster. He has played on some of the organization’s worst teams (after former Suns star Alvan Adams twice attended the NBA Draft lottery with Booker, he told Booker he didn’t want to be back there again) and some of the best (the 2020-21 team made the NBA Finals and the 2021-22 set a franchise record for wins). He has played for seven head coaches and had more teammates than any other player in franchise history.

    Devin Booker


    Devin Booker, near the top of the Suns’ franchise leaderboard in most offensive statistics, is about to be its all-time leading scorer. (Kate Frese / NBAE via Getty Images)

    Those who have worked with Booker describe him in different ways. Former assistant coach Jerry Sichting, who was around Booker for just a few months during his rookie season, said the guard was so confident entering the league it bordered on cockiness. “But at the same time he was open to coaching,” Sichting said. “He listened.”

    Former assistant coach Randy Ayers appreciated Booker’s honesty. He didn’t work much with Booker directly but he would approach the guard about game situations. “If he didn’t like something, he would tell you,” Ayers said, “but he was very polished in how he told you.”

    Former assistant Kevin Young said upon joining Monty Williams’ staff in 2020 he initially gave Booker space. The Phoenix guard had already gone through five head coaches, which Young figured translated to about 45 assistant coaches. He said it took months to build trust with Booker. But once he did, their relationship flourished.

    “We connected on really just kind of the same (basketball level),” Young said. “I don’t know. We just saw it similar. Game plans and schemes, offensively and defensively. We were able to pick each other’s brains on attacking different opponents on both ends of the floor.”

    Former Suns star Rex Chapman said Booker’s status within Arizona reminds him of how Reggie Miller was once adored in Indiana. He first saw Booker while Booker was a freshman at Kentucky. A former Kentucky star himself, Chapman watched the Wildcats practice in Rupp Arena. He asked then-assistant coach Kenny Payne how much Booker would play his first college season.

    Responded Payne: “I hope not too much because if he does we won’t keep him for more than a year.”

    He was right.

    Chapman said Booker plays in a way that seems effortless, but what also stands out to him is just how much Booker has embraced his role as the face of the franchise. He’s thoughtful, curious and kind, Chapman said, the type who fist-pounds kids before and after his pregame shooting session.

    Last year the Suns held a family event at their north Phoenix practice facility. Booker got there early, Chapman said. Played with everyone’s kids. While doing so, Booker learned that teammate Saben Lee had a younger brother named Aubry who loved cars. Booker, known for his collection of classic cars, took Aubry outside and showed him his pink 1958 Chevy convertible. The two talked and took photos.

    “Obviously, Book is considered a high-level athlete, a celebrity on the highest level,” Lee said from Turkey, where he is playing this season. “To do something like that, which to him might not be that significant, but to my little brother and me, it definitely meant a lot. That’s something my little brother will remember for the rest of his life. It just goes to show you Book’s character, the way that he was raised and the way that he still is.”


    Booker may not be fond of podcasts, but he has found his voice in other, more unique ways. The release of the Book 1 “Forrest Gump” sneakers came with ads, placing Booker in scenes from the iconic 1994 movie that starred Tom Hanks. In one, Booker sits on a park bench in Savannah, Ga. In another, he runs on scenic U.S. Route 163 near the Arizona-Utah border.

    While the character is a CGI creation, Booker insists he did the voice work, which is amusing and almost difficult to believe. Booker said he rewatched the Forrest Gump scenes a “million times” to try to get everything right. Then in his best southern drawl, he recorded a voice memo, one that required a few takes.

    “Mama always said there’s an awful lot you could tell about a person by their shoes. Where they goin’. Where they been.

    “I’ve worn lots of shoes. I bet if I think about it real hard I could remember my first pair of shoes. Mama said they’d take me anywhere.”

    “Hilarious,” said teammate Royce O’Neale, although he expressed serious doubt when asked if Booker had a future in voice-over work.

    “When they told me I was getting a shoe, I was like, ‘What’s a better way to tell stories?’ because I don’t really talk that much,” Booker said. “I’d rather just tell stories through different ways like that. … Any bits of stories I can give to the fans and my people without just telling them or yelling in their face, I like to do it.”

    Perhaps as soon as Monday night, when the Suns play the Trail Blazers in Portland, Booker could pass Walter Davis as the organization’s career scoring leader. Across the NBA, nine active players hold such a title, but only two (Golden State’s Stephen Curry and Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo) top the career scoring lists for teams on which they still play. It’s a list that reflects not only talent, but loyalty as well.

    After a recent game, Booker said he first felt a connection during his rookie season. Once he started playing extensive minutes, he felt the city’s support. Fans stuck with him as the Suns struggled, they cheered for him as he developed into a star. More recently, they’ve rushed to different places in hopes of finding his signature shoes, characters in Booker’s Arizona story.

    “It’s something I don’t take lightly,” said Booker, who was born in Michigan and attended high school in Mississippi. “It’s something that I feel like we built from the ground up. This is my home now.”

    NBA career scoring leaders, by team

    Team Career scoring leader

    Dominique Wilkins

    John Havlicek

    Brook Lopez

    Kemba Walker

    Michael Jordan

    LeBron James

    Dirk Nowitzki

    Alex English

    Isiah Thomas

    Stephen Curry

    Hakeem Olajuwon

    Reggie Miller

    Randy Smith

    Kobe Bryant

    Mike Conley

    Dwyane Wade

    Giannis Antetokounmpo

    Kevin Garnett

    Anthony Davis

    Patrick Ewing

    Russell Westbrook

    Dwight Howard

    Hal Greer

    Walter Davis

    Damian Lillard

    Oscar Robertson

    Tim Duncan

    DeMar DeRozan

    Karl Malone

    Elvin Hayes

    (Top photo: Barry Gossage / NBAE via Getty Images)



    Devin Booker, about to make Suns history, has found a home (and voice) in Arizona

    Devin Booker, the star shooting guard for the Phoenix Suns, is on the brink of making history for the franchise. As he continues to dominate on the court and lead his team to victories, Booker has also found a true home in the heart of Arizona.

    Since being drafted by the Suns in 2015, Booker has become a fan favorite and a beloved figure in the Phoenix community. His dedication to the team, his work ethic, and his passion for the game have endeared him to fans and teammates alike.

    But it’s not just his skills on the court that have made Booker a standout in the NBA. Off the court, he has used his platform to speak out on important social issues, including racial justice and equality. Booker has shown that he is not just a talented athlete, but also a thoughtful and compassionate leader.

    As he continues to make waves in the NBA and lead the Suns to success, it’s clear that Devin Booker has found a home in Arizona – both on and off the court. And as he prepares to make history with the Suns, there’s no doubt that he will continue to be a voice for change and a shining star for the team and the community.

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  • Anthony Davis-for-Luka Dončić deal headlines 15 stunning trades in NBA history


    Luka Dončić is officially headed to Los Angeles after a shocking blockbuster trade.

    Reactions to the Luka Dončić-for-Anthony Davis trade in the wee hours from Saturday to Sunday generally lined up as:

    • What the bleep?
    • They did what?
    • I’m not believing it until it’s official.

    Disbelief reigned after the Los Angeles Lakers and the Dallas Mavericks concocted a deal even the most click-thirsty, fringe-media blogger would have scoffed at a few hours earlier.

    And yet, there it was, just as real in the light of day. Superstar for superstar, a swap of mega-talents consummated behind a curtain and dropped on the sports ticker with nary a rumor nor a leak.

    That’s what makes Dončić-for-Davis the most stunning trade in NBA history: Sheer surprise. No rumblings, no warnings, no whining by one, the other or both to play elsewhere. No imminent free agency, at least, and plenty of work still undone where each had been playing.

    Now, poof! Everything is different. Breathtaking. For comparison’s sake, here is a rundown of previous stunning NBA trades. Some involved huge names, some sent shock waves of impact through the league, and almost all were thoroughly unexpected.

    But first, some ground rules:

    Dealing away an openly disgruntled star, especially if it’s about money, doesn’t count as “stunning.” Big names have demanded new locales often in league history – too often frankly – all but telegraphing the subsequent moves. Wilt Chamberlain, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Charles Barkley all did it, and more recently so have Carmelo Anthony, James Harden, Kawhi Leonard and Davis himself.

    Trades built around draft picks don’t count either. In hindsight, it’s shocking, for example, that Golden State sent Robert Parish and Kevin McHale to Boston for Joe Barry Carroll, but when it happened, McHale and Carroll were still just picks. The same goes for deals that swapped Chris Webber and Penny Hardaway, got LaMarcus Aldridge to Portland, landed Scottie Pippen in Chicago or delivered Bill Russell to the Celtics. All as picks or rookies who had yet to play a minute.

    Shaquille O’Neal is almost a category unto himself, same as he is his own ZIP code. The NBA landscape went seismic three times when the big fella relocated, but his moves weren’t surprises. There was enough fear in trying to re-sign him (Orlando) or team rancor (L.A., Miami) that we could see the tracks being laid each time for the Big Diesel’s departures. With the rules in place, here is a ranking of the most stunning trades in NBA history.


    15. Chris Webber to Sacramento for Richmond, Thorpe

    Webber already had been traded for Hardaway as a Draft deal in 1993. But he really caught folks off-guard again when he got sent packing in May 1998 for veterans Mitch Richmond and Otis Thorpe. Webber was just 24, had been an All-Star already and was the Wizards’ best player. There was positional overlap with Juwan Howard, Webber’s teammate at Michigan, but Washington kept the lesser player. After the deal, Wizards GM Wes Unseld said: “I don’t think we’ve gotten any worse.” Except they did, from 42 victories to the equivalent of 29 in the 1999 lockout season.


    14. Elvin Hayes to Washington for Jack Marin

    Elvin Hayes was a force six decades ago, undersized as a center but a ferocious rebounder who led the NBA in scoring (28.4) as a rookie. He developed a reputation as an irritating, self-absorbed teammate, which made him expendable to Houston in June 1972 after four NBA seasons. But he had a hoops reason to be unhappy – the Rockets’ coach was Tex Winter, who became famous years later as Phil Jackson’s guru installing the triangle offense. Hayes chafed with Winters’ playbook and got his wish in a deal for scorer Marin. Teaming with Wes Unseld up front, Hayes helped the Wizards to one title and two Finals trips, while earning six All-NBA berths, six Top 10 MVP finishes and eventual Hall of Fame enshrinement.


    13. Paul George to the Clippers

    It wasn’t the headline as much as the haul that elicited gasps when George got his desired ticket to L.A. in July 2019 to join free agent Kawhi Leonard. The Thunder got back Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (a leading MVP candidate this season), Danilo Gallinari, five first-round picks and two pick swaps. Six years later, Oklahoma City would have won this day had it only received SGA. Everything else was stunning, lopsided gravy.


    12. Julius Erving for $3M

    Call this a purchase if you like, but the bottom line is, Philadelphia got the player it wanted (Erving), the Nets got what it needed (cash) and the teams’ next decade was set. Erving was the ABA’s brightest star, leading an infusion of new talent to the NBA via the 1976 merger.


    11. MVP Moses heads north, leads Sixers

    Moses Malone had just won his second NBA MVP after averaging 31.1 points and 14.7 rebounds. He was 27 years old. But ownership in Houston balked at his salary demands. Malone signed an offer sheet with the Sixers, and the Rockets matched it, extracting aging big man Calvin Jones and a future pick (Rodney McCray) in return in September 1982. Malone spent four seasons in Philadelphia but was both regular-season and Finals MVP in 1982-83, sparking the franchise’s first title since 1987 and last.


    10. CP3 to Clippers in 2011

    This was the other sneaker dropping, the aftershock in the wake of the initial quake. On Dec. 8, 2011, coming out of another fractious lockout, the Lakers, Hornets and Rockets had a deal to send Chris Paul to L.A., while the Lakers sent out Lamar Odom and Pau Gasol. Not so fast! NBA commissioner David Stern, in his capacity as custodian for league-owned Charlotte at that time, vetoed the trade. Six days later Paul was sent to the Clippers instead for a package of players and picks.


    9. Earl Monroe to Knicks

    It wasn’t the why as much as the where, the when and the whom when scoring savant Monroe got traded by Baltimore. He wasn’t happy with his salary and wanted out, but the surprise factor was Monroe landing on the Knicks, on the fly 14 games into the 1971-72 season. New York was seen as the consummate ensemble team with an All-NBA point guard already in Walt Frazier. Could this possibly work? Just 6-8 when they made the deal, the Knicks went 42-26 from there. As Monroe fit himself into the team style, they won their second title in 1973.


    8. Bulls get Rodman for Will Perdue

    The idea that the vaunted Chicago Bulls would turn to perceived knucklehead Dennis Rodman as the third pillar of a new three-peat was the shock in this move. Coach Phil Jackson made sure Michael Jordan and Pippen signed off on acquiring not just a wild child but an instigator from their Detroit-Chicago antagonisms. They agreed on the brink of the 1995-96 season to let Dennis be Dennis away from the court and milked three more championships out of the mix.


    7. Aguirre for Dantley and the ring

    Both Mark Aguirre and Adrian Dantley were relatively wide-bodied, low-post scorers for Dallas and Detroit in February 1989. Aguirre, with a 24.6 scoring average and three All-Star trips with the Mavs, had worn out his welcome with coach Dick Motta. But his Chicago buddy Isiah Thomas saw how he could help the Pistons, and Dantley didn’t fit well in that team’s tight, scrappy culture. Dantley eventually became a Hall of Famer and Aguirre’s scoring average got cut in half (12.9) in five seasons with Detroit. But he helped that team win NBA titles in 1989 and 1990.


    6. Allen Iverson to Denver in 2006

    The Sixers lost 18 of 20 games to start the 2006-07 season and coach Maurice Cheeks wasn’t serving Iverson’s game sufficiently, so the six-foot volume scorer at 31 decided it was time to go. Denver acquired him for Andre Miller, Joe Smith and a pair of 2007 No. 1 picks. But neither Philadelphia nor Iverson climbed the heights separately that they had together.

    5. Rasheed Wallace’s quick turnaround

    Wallace was a steady force for the Blazers but after eight years, it was time to go – twice. Portland shipped the 6-foot-11 center to Atlanta on Feb. 9, 2004, but after 12 days and one appearance with the Hawks, they moved him on to Detroit. His emotion put a finishing touch on those Pistons, who reached the Finals for the first time since 1990 and beat a crumbling Lakers dynasty.


    4. Lillard to Bucks for Holiday

    Lillard’s determination to play elsewhere was widely known, but his destination was an utter surprise: Instead of going to his preferred team in South Florida, he wound up in Milwaukee. Teaming with Giannis Antetokounmpo seemed like a great path to a ring, but when Bucks guard Jrue Holiday got re-routed by Portland to Boston, Milwaukee’s rivals got a bigger boost from the transactions than it did.


    3. Pau Gasol sent to Lakers

    These in-season trades often pack the fiercest emotions, and the one in February 2008 that air-dropped Memphis Pau Gasol in Los Angeles was a great example. San Antonio coach Gregg Popovich was steamed, calling the deal “beyond comprehension” and suggesting he would have vetoed the deal (based on how little the Lakers seemingly gave up) if he sat on a “trade committee.” No one really appreciated then how good Marc Gasol, Pau’s brother, would become. Still, the elder Gasol helped rejuvenate Kobe Bryant to three straight Finals and championships in 2009 and 2010.


    2. Divac to Charlotte for Kobe’s rights

    If we’re breaking our own ground rule here, so be it. But the “wow” factor of this deal in July 1996 didn’t require finding out how good Bryant would become. Folks already had an idea, and the only reason he slid to Charlotte at No. 13 in the June Draft was the sense the prep player with overseas options would be tough to sign. That’s why the Hornets sent his rights to the Lakers for Vlade Divac, a solid center rendered optional a week later when O’Neal landed in L.A.


    1. The Lakers did it again

    Funny how one franchise has popped up multiple times on this list. Cranky fans of competing franchises grumble about the Lakers’ favored-nation status, and they do seem able to replenish and re-imagine around other teams’ stars, from Chamberlain, Abdul-Jabbar and O’Neal to Gasol, James and Dončić. Many rival GMs and executives were aghast, livid or both Sunday morning, unaware that either star was available. Which, frankly, is a pretty good standard for “stunning.”

     

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    1. Lakers trade Anthony Davis to Mavericks for Luka Dončić
    2. Nets trade Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce, and Jason Terry to Celtics for draft picks
    3. Warriors trade Monta Ellis to Bucks for Andrew Bogut
    4. Cavaliers trade Andrew Wiggins to Timberwolves for Kevin Love
    5. Thunder trade James Harden to Rockets for Kevin Martin, Jeremy Lamb, and draft picks
    6. Celtics trade Kevin McHale and Robert Parish to Celtics for Joe Barry Carroll and draft picks
    7. Lakers trade Shaquille O’Neal to Heat for Lamar Odom, Caron Butler, and Brian Grant
    8. Suns trade Charles Barkley to Rockets for Sam Cassell, Robert Horry, and Chucky Brown
    9. Grizzlies trade Pau Gasol to Lakers for Kwame Brown, Javaris Crittenton, and draft picks
    10. Pistons trade Grant Hill to Magic for Ben Wallace and Chucky Atkins
    11. Knicks trade Patrick Ewing to SuperSonics for Glen Rice, Luc Longley, and draft picks
    12. Bucks trade Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to Lakers for Elmore Smith, Brian Winters, Dave Meyers, and Junior Bridgeman
    13. Hornets trade Kobe Bryant to Lakers for Vlade Divac
    14. Raptors trade Vince Carter to Nets for Alonzo Mourning, Aaron Williams, and draft picks
    15. Suns trade Steve Nash to Mavericks for draft picks

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