The media giant can’t top last year’s fiscal first-quarter fireworks, but it might still light up the sky this time.
It’s time to see how much cheese the House of Mouse scored over the past few months. Walt Disney(DIS -1.38%) reports its fiscal first-quarter results on Wednesday morning. It should be another period of modest top-line growth and healthy bottom-line improvement, but don’t expect the same kind of fireworks Disney launched into the air last February.
Disney had a proxy battle on its hands a year ago against two different activist groups ahead of its April annual shareholder meeting. This would be its last quarterly earnings call to woo investor support, and it made headlines beyond just a solid financial showing.
Disney announced that its annualized cost savings by the end of fiscal 2024 would top its earlier ambitious goal $7.5 billion.
In the peak of Taylor Swift mania, Disney+ started streaming the theatrically popular Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour concert film in March.
The board cleared the path for up to $3 billion in share buybacks, its first repurchase since fiscal 2018.
After a history of falling short on the gaming front, Disney made a $1.5 billion investment in Fortnite developer Epic Games.
Disney raised its semiannual dividend by 50%, just months after bringing back its payouts since suspending its distributions at the start of the pandemic.
A Disney+ animated series based on Moana was fleshed out into a full-length theatrical feature. Moana 2 was one of just three movies coming out in the 2024 calendar year to top $1 billion in worldwide box office receipts. Scoring bonus points, all three films were Disney movies.
The stock jumped 12% the following trading day after the fiscal first-quarter results were unveiled. That will be a hard act for Disney to follow a year later. But that doesn’t mean this week’s report won’t move the needle. Let’s take a closer look.
The bare necessities
Disney seems to be rolling right now. The stock bounced back in 2024 after three straight years of falling well short of the market. Despite its return to multiplex dominance and Disney+ profitability, expectations are tame for the fresh financials that will be announced before the market opens on Monday.
Analysts see revenue rising 4% to $24.55 billion for the seasonally potent three months ending in December. That small step isn’t a deal-breaker. Revenue growth was actually flat for the prior year’s blowout fiscal first quarter. In fact, this will be Disney’s seventh straight report of single-digit top-line growth.
There are some good reasons for the meandering revenue results. Rival Comcast(CMCSA -0.79%) just posted a 2% top-line increase for the same period, and that included flat results for its theme parks business. Disney’s domestic gated attractions have also been marching in place. Gains for Disney’s studio business and Disney+ will probably be partly offset by the steady retreat of its legacy linear networks segment. It’s troublesome that analysts were holding out for a 5% year-over-year jump in revenue a month ago, but this is largely a bottom-line growth story now.
The profitability of Disney’s streaming operations and improvements elsewhere should deliver another quarter of double-digit growth for its adjusted earnings. Wall Street pros are expecting the adjusted profit to climb 17% to $1.43 per share. Disney exceeded analysts’ expectations on the bottom line consistently through fiscal 2024. Can it keep the welcome trend going in fiscal 2025?
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Be prepared
A Disney financial update is rarely just about the numbers. Disney puts out slides with every quarterly report, complete with any new or revised debut dates for content and theme park attractions. Last year, investors saw how a simple move to turn an upcoming Disney+ animated series into a theatrical release culminated with a $1 billion blockbuster that will eventually work its way to the streaming platform.
Will Disney provide any insight on CEO Bob Iger’s succession strategy or how it plans to compete with Comcast when its Epic Universe theme park opens in Florida three months from now? Can the entertainment bellwether shed some more light on the surprising discontinuation of its Venu Sports partnership? Disney doesn’t have to answer any or all of these questions, but shareholders will feel a lot more enlightened later this week. It helps that there’s no proxy battle drama this time around.
Rick Munarriz has positions in Walt Disney. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Walt Disney. The Motley Fool recommends Comcast. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
Disney stock has a lot to prove this week as it faces increased scrutiny and high expectations from investors. With the company’s recent acquisition of 21st Century Fox and the launch of its highly anticipated streaming service, Disney+, all eyes are on the entertainment giant.
Investors are eager to see how Disney’s various ventures will impact its bottom line and whether the company can continue its streak of success in the ever-evolving media landscape. The streaming wars are heating up, with competitors like Netflix, Amazon, and Apple all vying for a piece of the market.
Disney’s stock price has been on a rollercoaster ride in recent months, as uncertainty looms over the future of traditional media and the rise of streaming services. Analysts are closely watching Disney’s earnings report and guidance for any signs of weakness or strength in its various business segments.
As Disney prepares to enter a new era of entertainment, the stakes are higher than ever. Will Disney stock prove its worth to investors this week, or will it fall short of expectations? Only time will tell.
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Sean “Diddy” Combs’ former personal assistant broke down in tears in a new interview as he described the moment his former employer allegedly ordered him to have sex with a girl to “prove” his “loyalty.”
Speaking with journalist Mara S. Campo for Investigation Discovery’s docuseries “The Fall of Diddy,” which released its first two episodes on Monday, Phillip Pines revealed new details about the shocking allegations he made against the disgraced hip-hop mogul, 55, in a lawsuit he filed in December.
Pines, who allegedly worked for Combs from 2019 to 2021, is suing him for sexual battery, sexual harassment and sex trafficking, claiming that his job duties were to enable Combs’ alleged sexual activities.
Sean “Diddy” Combs attends Black Tie Affair For Quality Control’s CEO Pierre “Pee” Thomas at Fox Theater on June 02, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. Getty Images
In addition to facing a lawsuit from Pines and several others, Diddy is currently locked up in a Brooklyn jail as he awaits trial on charges of sex trafficking and racketeering.
In his new interview for the ID doc, Pines claimed loyalty was “everything” to Diddy, adding that the moment the disgraced musician allegedly told him to “prove himself’ was “something I won’t forget.”
“My life changed and I’ve never really recovered from it,” he said through tears.
According to Pines, Diddy had been drinking all day before the alleged “freak-off.” The former assistant went on to claim he was allegedly pressured to partake in the sex party after his boss offered him alcohol.
Diddy’s former assistant Phillip Pines speaks out in ID’s new docuseries. ID/Warner
“I took a shot (of alcohol) with them. That was his way of making sure you felt comfortable,” Pines recounted.
“I go back to the office, sit there, get summoned again, take a shot, take a shot. He’s out of his mind. He’s in rare form as we would call it.”
Tearing up, he continued, “I remember hearing the words prove your loyalty to me, (your) King.”
“He grabbed me by the shoulders, gave me a massage like a coach would give a player that’s about to enter the game, handed me a condom, pushed me to a girl that was on the couch, a guest.”
Tearing up, Pines said, “I remember hearing the words prove your loyalty to me, (your) King.” Bryan Bedder/CP/Getty Images
Pines claimed, “I froze before it took place, I didn’t know what was happening. In the moment it felt like what, is this fun for him? Is this a test for entertainment, does he know he’s doing this? Is he that gone?”
“I didn’t know what to do.”
“She gave me consent, yeah, nodded her head,” Pines said of the woman Diddy allegedly wanted him to have sex with. “I performed for a little bit and then I ran out of there as soon as I didn’t see him in my sight anymore.”
Sean “Diddy” Combs attends a pre-trial conference in his sex trafficking case with his attorneys Marc Agnifilo and Anthony Ricco in New York City, New York, U.S., December 18, 2024 in this courtroom sketch. REUTERS
Explaining why he agreed, the rapper’s ex-assistant claimed he saw Diddy allegedly physically assault employees who stood up to him.
“I saw how angry he could get from the simplest thing. I thought to myself if I don’t do this I don’t know what’s going to happen,” he said.
Today, Pines has a “great sense of remorse” about what he said happened. He also shared that he believed a “bomb would explode” if he ever divulged abut the alleged incident.
“I come from a Christian background and I lean on those morals heavily,” he said, crying.
Diddy’s attorney told The Post: “No matter how many lawsuits are filed, it won’t change the fact that Mr. Combs has never sexually assaulted, or sex trafficked anyone—man or woman, adult or minor. We live in a world where anyone can file a lawsuit for any reason. Fortunately, a fair and impartial judicial process exists to find the truth, and Mr. Combs is confident he will prevail in court.”
“The Fall of Diddy” finale airs tonight at 9 p.m. ET on ID and streams on Max and discovery+.
In a shocking revelation, Diddy’s former assistant has come forward with disturbing allegations that he was ordered to have sex in order to prove his loyalty to the music mogul.
The assistant, who has chosen to remain anonymous, claims that Diddy pressured him into engaging in sexual acts as a means of testing his loyalty and commitment to the business. According to the assistant, these demands created a toxic and manipulative work environment, leaving him feeling exploited and degraded.
This disturbing accusation sheds light on the abuse of power and exploitation that can occur in the entertainment industry, as well as the importance of speaking out against such misconduct. It is crucial for individuals to be able to work in a safe and respectful environment, free from coercion and harassment.
Diddy has yet to respond to these allegations, but the assistant’s claims serve as a stark reminder of the need for accountability and transparency in all industries. It is imperative that all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their position or status.
With only two wins in their last eleven, the New Jersey Devils are giving the Boston Bruins an opportunity to pick up two desperately needed points in their contest Wednesday night.
The Devils average 1.8 goals per game and 2.8 goals allowed per game, giving the Bruins the chance to capitalize on their power play, which has begun to heat up as the Devil’s power play grinds to an almost halt.
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The Boston Bruins are currently sitting in a playoff spot in the competitive East Division, but they are closely trailing the New Jersey Devils, who have hit a recent slump. The Devils have lost their last five games, allowing the Bruins to gain ground in the standings.
This slump could prove crucial for the Bruins, as they look to secure their spot in the playoffs. With only a few games left in the regular season, every point matters. If the Devils continue to struggle, the Bruins could potentially overtake them and secure a higher seed in the playoffs.
The Bruins have been playing strong hockey as of late, with key players stepping up and contributing to the team’s success. If they can continue their winning ways and take advantage of the Devils’ struggles, they could find themselves in a better position heading into the postseason.
While the Devils may still have time to turn things around, their recent slump could prove to be a turning point in the season. The Bruins will be looking to capitalize on this opportunity and make a strong push towards the playoffs.
Jackie Chan‘s best movies from the past 15 years demonstrate a surprising trend that proves he is so much more than a (legendary) martial arts actor. Most prominently known for his crazy martial arts stunts, Jackie Chan has featured in over 150 domestic and international movies in his 60-year career, breaking into Hollywood with titles such as Rush Hour and Rumble in the Bronx. However, Jackie Chan’s recent movies show a different side of the famous actor and stuntman, as he has made a significant move into animation, starring as a voice actor in numerous roles.
From Mulan to the Kung Fu Panda movies, Chan has had a successful run in the animated movie medium, partly due to his popularity, yet mostly due to his incredible wit. Chan excels in action-comedy roles,having been an actor and stunt performer in the genre for the majority of his career, and this translates to his animated films. In fact, some consider movies like Kung Fu Panda 2 and TMNT: Mutant Mayhem to be the best of his work, illustrating Chan’s skills as a voice actor beyond his legacy as a martial arts actor.
Jackie Chan’s Best Movies From The Past 15 Years Are TMNT: Mutant Mayhem & Kung Fu Panda 2
Chan’s Animated Movies Were Commercial & Critical Successes
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Jackie Chan has featured in many brilliantly entertaining movies, but Kung Fu Panda 2 and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem stand out because they are some of his most successful films. Despite being the second installment of the franchise, Kung Fu Panda 2 is actually Chan’s highest-grossing movie, earning $665 million at the box office worldwide, surprisingly beating the likes of The Karate Kid and the Rush Hour trilogy. While it earned considerably less at the box office, Chan’s TMNT:Mutant Mayhem is the highest-rated TMNT movie of all time on Rotten Tomatoes.
Although the verdict on which Chan movies are his best is subjective, there is something to be said about his roles in TMNT: Mutant Mayhem and Kung Fu Panda 2. When Chan was cast as a voice actor for the Kung Fu Panda character Monkey, he had not previously featured in an animated movie. However, Kung Fu Panda was commercially successful enough to earn itself a franchise, and Chan’s character appears in the sequel alongside the rest of the Furious Five, delivering a hilarious performance that matched, if not improved, the emotional energy of the original movie.
Chan’s impact on TMNT: Mutant Mayhem movie was felt before he was cast due to the visual elements drawn from his movies and comedy.
Interestingly, most of Chan’s roles seem to center around martial arts, no matter the medium. In a 2023 interview with Screen Rant, TMNT: Mutant Mayhem‘s Jeff Rowe talked about the movie’s fights and how Jackie Chan influenced the film, even before he was cast as Splinter. According to Rowe, the creative team spent “hours looking at Police Story and Rumble in the Bronx and just being like, ‘What makes a Jackie Chan fight sequence work?’” Thus, Chan’s impact on TMNT: Mutant Mayhem movie was felt before he was cast due to the visual elements drawn from his movies and comedy.
Jackie Chan’s Success As A Voice Actor Proves He’s Still Fantastic Without Martial Arts
The Stuntman Has Earned Much Praise For His Animated Roles
Chan’s success as a voice actor proves that he is more than just a stunt performer. The actor has taken on many visual roles over the years, so it was initially interesting to see him lend his talents to a speaking-only role. The Kung Fu Panda movies first proved that Chan’s abilities go far beyond what he can offer visually with his incredible skills in martial arts, as Monkey feels like a well-rounded and funny character among the Furious Five. Since starring in Kung Fu Panda, Chan has further proven his worth in voice-over roles.
From Police Story to Rush Hour, Jackie Chan has starred in some of the funniest martial arts films ever created over his decades-long career.
This allowed him to be cast in the new TMNT: Mutant Mayhemas the turtles’ mentor and adoptive father, Splinter, adding even more authenticity to the movie already influenced by Chan’s work. Despite his relatively small role in the 2023 animated movie, Chan nails the calm and authoritative tone needed for the role of Splinter and delivers a memorable performance. With two of his best recent roles being voice-over work, it is evident that Chan has successfully expanded his range and shown how entertaining he still is outside the stunt work he rose to fame for.
Jackie Chan’s Versatility Has Been The Key To His Movie Career
Jackie Chan Has Evolved On-Screen
Jackie Chan’s best recent movies show that versatility has been the key to his successful career. Chan is synonymous with impressive martial arts feats that no one would dream of trying to match. His level of control and willingness to take risks paid off in his movies, allowing him to impress a worldwide audience with his physical comedy. However, although Chan may have originally started out as a stunt performer, over the years the actor has shown a particular talent for the dramatic.
Jackie Chan will appear in Karate Kid: Legends, expected on May 30, 2025.
The move into the animated genre was a good choice for Chan due to his memorable voice and previous experience in comedy roles. Having mastered physical comedy, Chan also showcased his comedic dialogue skills in iconic roles like Rush Hour, as well as his more serious acting chops in properties such as The Karate Kid. By using martial arts knowledge and experience in comedy while branching out with other opportunities, Jackie Chan has had a successful career across the board, and his popularity is unlikely to wane any time soon.
Jackie Chan is a Hong Kong actor, martial artist, and filmmaker known for his acrobatic fighting style, comic timing, and innovative stunts. He gained international fame through films like Police Story and Rush Hour, blending action and humor, and is celebrated for his contributions to martial arts cinema.
Birthname
Chan Kong-sang
Birthdate
April 7, 1954
Birthplace
Victoria Peak, British Hong Kong
Professions
Actor
, Martial Artist
, Stuntman
, Filmmaker
, Singer
Jackie Chan’s Best Movies From The Past 15 Years Prove He’s So Much More Than A Martial Arts Actor
Jackie Chan is a legend in the world of martial arts and action movies, known for his incredible stunts and fight choreography. But in recent years, Chan has proven that he is capable of so much more than just kicking and punching. With a string of diverse and critically acclaimed films, Chan has showcased his range as an actor and cemented his status as one of the greatest talents in the industry.
One of Chan’s standout performances in the past 15 years came in the 2010 film “The Karate Kid,” where he played Mr. Han, a martial arts master who mentors a young boy in the art of kung fu. Chan’s portrayal of the wise and gentle mentor earned him praise from critics and audiences alike, showing a different side of him that was both heartwarming and inspiring.
In 2017, Chan starred in the action-comedy film “The Foreigner,” where he played a grieving father seeking revenge for the death of his daughter. The film showcased Chan’s dramatic acting chops as he portrayed a complex and emotionally driven character, proving that he is more than capable of carrying a serious and intense role.
Chan also impressed audiences with his performance in the 2019 film “The Knight of Shadows: Between Yin and Yang,” where he played a demon hunter with supernatural powers. The film combined elements of fantasy, comedy, and action, showcasing Chan’s versatility as an actor and his ability to excel in different genres.
Overall, Jackie Chan’s best movies from the past 15 years demonstrate his evolution as an actor and his willingness to take on challenging and diverse roles. While he may be best known for his martial arts prowess, Chan has proven time and time again that he is capable of so much more, making him a true cinematic icon.
WWE star Charlotte Flair missed all of 2024 after tearing her ACL, MCL, and meniscus in a match with Asuka in December 2023.
Flair has been training for her return to the ring in 2025, and it should happen any week now, perhaps even as a surprise entrant in the women’s Royal Rumble match on February 1.
With that in mind, here is a training video that Flair posted on social media tonight with the caption “Me vs Me,” where Ashley (her real name) and Charlotte are arguing about proving the haters wrong when she returns to WWE:
“Charlotte, she’s selfish. She’s just Ric Flair’s daughter. She’s gonna come back washed. She’s not even that good. Oh, she’s been handed everything.
You’re gonna prove them wrong. Ashley, get out of your fucking head.”
Do you think Ashley is right to be worried that Charlotte is washed up, or will The Queen prove that she still deserves to be a top star in WWE in 2025? Let me know in the comments below, Cagesiders.
Charlotte Flair vows to prove the haters wrong ahead of her WWE return
Charlotte Flair is gearing up to make a triumphant return to the WWE ring, and she’s not holding back when it comes to addressing her critics. The Queen recently took to social media to declare that she is ready to silence the doubters and prove that she is still one of the best in the business.
Despite being a multiple-time champion and one of the most dominant female performers in WWE history, Flair has faced her fair share of criticism from fans and fellow wrestlers alike. Some have accused her of riding on the coattails of her famous last name, while others have questioned her in-ring abilities.
But Flair is determined to rise above the negativity and show the world what she’s truly capable of. With her return on the horizon, she has been training harder than ever and is ready to make a statement in the ring.
“I’ve heard all the talk, all the doubters, all the haters,” Flair wrote. “But mark my words, I am going to prove each and every one of them wrong. I am going to show the world why I am the Queen of the WWE, and why no one can touch me.”
Flair’s return is highly anticipated by fans, and many are eager to see what she has in store for her opponents. With her fierce determination and unmatched talent, there’s no doubt that she will make a splash upon her comeback.
So, to all the haters out there, get ready to eat your words. Charlotte Flair is coming back, and she’s ready to show everyone why she is a force to be reckoned with in the WWE.
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Oklahoma City will be without its top two centers again, but this time, it will have its third option inside.
On Wednesday, the Thunder announced that Isaiah Hartenstein suffered a left soleus strain against the Philadelphia 76ers and will be re-evaluated in a week. His injury is a blow to the Thunder, who are still without star big Chet Holmgren.
This will be the second time this season that the Thunder are without both of their starting bigs. In a mid-November stretch, the Thunder went 3-3 without their bigs before Hartenstein returned, and he has played in every game since. Of course, that streak will end on Thursday against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
While the Thunder have been forced into small ball already this season, there will be a key difference this time. Along with Holmgren and Hartenstein being out, backup center Jaylin Williams was also dealing with an injury in that November stretch. With him being healthy this time, the Thunder will be able to maintain a larger look inside.
Williams doesn’t have the talent or ability of Holmgren and Hartenstein and plays smaller than both, but he does bring a 6-foot-10, 250-pound frame. Although he doesn’t typically play the role of a traditional center, his size gives him the ability to stay inside.
This season, Williams has averaged 4.5 points, four rebounds and 2.2 assists in 13.3 minutes per game. He will almost certainly see an uptick in minutes without Hartenstein, who has averaged nearly 30 minutes a night.
Although Williams could see a steep increase in minutes, he has experience playing bigger minutes with a larger role. In his rookie season, Williams was the Thunder’s starting center during their push to the play-in tournament. He started 36 games that season and averaged roughly 21 minutes in those starts.
The Thunder could opt to stay small and let Jalen Williams step back into the starting center role he held in November. However, Jaylin Williams is more than capable of coming in and making a difference while the Thunder await the return of Holmgren and Hartenstein.
Jaylin Williams, a rookie forward for the Oklahoma City Thunder, may not have been a high draft pick or a household name, but his starting experience in college could prove to be invaluable for the team.
Williams, who played for the Auburn Tigers in his college career, was a key starter for the team and gained valuable experience playing against top competition in the SEC. This experience could help him transition smoothly to the NBA and provide a solid foundation for him to build upon.
With the Thunder in a rebuilding phase and looking to develop their young talent, Williams’ starting experience could be a valuable asset. His ability to handle the pressure of starting at the college level could prove helpful as he navigates the challenges of the NBA.
Additionally, Williams’ versatility as a forward could make him a valuable asset for the Thunder, as he can contribute in multiple areas on the court. His ability to score, rebound, and defend could make him a valuable contributor for the team as they look to develop their young core.
Overall, Jaylin Williams’ starting experience in college could prove to be a valuable asset for the Oklahoma City Thunder as they look to build for the future. With his solid foundation and versatile skill set, Williams could be a key piece for the team moving forward.
Expectations were high in the Summer of 2023 when the Portland Trail Blazers selected Scoot Henderson as the third overall pick in the NBA Draft. Nobody expected Henderson to equal first-overall pick Victor Wembanyama, but he was touted as a clear second choice by many pundits.
87 games into his career, Henderson is coming off the bench for the Blazers in the midst of his second consecutive up-and-down season. The intermittent nature of his development has given rise to near constant questions, including this one from the Blazer’s Edge Mailbag.
Dave,
I know not everyone is sold on Scoot, and I can’t really say I am either. Scoot is 20 years old. At his age he might be expected to be playing in college, but he never went. He played in high school obviously, then played two years in the G-League before he came here. Can we really say he was proven when Cronin took him third overall?
Martin
Ah, the eternal question. And it’s still one of the most important facing the Blazers.
Here’s the only thing that matters right now:
11.3 points, 5.1 assists, 2.7 turnovers in 25.8 minutes per game with 39.8% field goal shooting, 30.3% from the three-point arc.
Obviously there are plenty of advanced metrics too, but bottom line, Scoot is who Scoot is. History, draft position, team needs, past expectations…none of that changes his production on the floor. While it’s improving in a couple areas—his turnovers are down slightly and his steals are up on a per-minute basis—he’s still not what you’d consider a good point guard.
Henderson is a 6’2 190 guard with outstanding length (wingspan reported to be around 6’9) and a strong build already as a 19 year old … He also possesses standout athleticism, as he has top-notch speed, agility, body control and explosive leaping ability off one or both feet … Aggressive; has very little problems getting where he wants to on the court, even when turning the corner against ball hedges or traps, and does a great job of pressuring the defense with his burst and speed but also decelerating and/or stopping on a dime to keep defenders off balance … Absorbs contact and is rarely knocked off his pivot when slashing to the rim … Can also finish at the rim over and through defenders in emphatic fashion due to his strength and leaping skills … Likes to operate at the point of attack to create offense for himself and his teammates, and is most comfortable with the ball in his hands … Very tricky player to stay in front of due to the slithery footwork, great 1st step and outstanding ball-handling skills that he displays …
That paragraph should seem familiar. It pretty much describes Henderson’s gifts and style a season and a half on. The only part you’d quibble with is finishing at the rim, simply because it’s been more difficult for him against NBA-level defensive players.
Here are the corresponding weaknesses:
3-point shot needs improvement (27 3FG%); added range and consistency would make him an even more dangerous matchup problem offensively … Currently more comfortable taking lower percentage shots off the dribble than open with his feet set (42 FG%) … Will inevitably be dared to shoot deep shots and has to prove that he has to be guarded in the screen game to keep defenses honest, which will have an impact on spacing given how often he operates in those types of actions … Dictates the pace well, but sometimes spends too much time pounding the rock which can stagnate the offensive flow … Natural feel for being a playmaker for others can stand to improve; sometimes takes ill-advised shots before looking to set up the offense … Given the pressure he puts on the defense, his lack of trips to the charity stripe in the G-League was disappointing (2.9 FTA/G, on 76.4%) … A work in progress defensively, not yet being consistent on a possession-by-possession basis…
I don’t think Scoot “spends too much time pounding the rock” anymore. That’s one of the things that has improved since his rookie season. The rest of it still seems apt, though.
Long story short, Scoot is Scooting. He has improved incrementally, but he hasn’t become more than he was.
The fear isn’t that we don’t know who Scoot is, it’s that we do. And it amounts to 11.3 points, 5.1 assists, 2.7 turnovers in 25.8 minutes per game with 39.8% field goal shooting, 30.3% from the three-point arc. We’d rather believe there’s more proof to be had than accept that as the ultimate reality. That’s part of why we have so many questions about him.
So, to answer your question directly, Scoot was hyped, but he was not proven coming into the NBA and he is still not proven today. The longer the current trends continue, though, the closer to proven he becomes. You’re just not going to like the proof.
Addressing the implications behind the question: yes, point guard is a tricky position to learn. We still won’t know if there’s more to Scoot for another couple years, at least. He does have time to improve.
However, for every story of a player who revolutionized their game in their first few seasons, there are eight of players who couldn’t. This is especially true of the point guard position. The same difficulty that makes us refrain from passing judgment on point guards too young also cautions that actually making the leap is hard. The odds don’t favor Henderson at the moment.
None of this is inherently an issue. It’s part of the natural course of the NBA. The problem, if any, is that the Blazers need a point guard badly. The gap between Scoot’s production and Portland’s roster requirements are causing tension. If we were back in 1991 and Henderson played behind Terry Porter and Danny Ainge, his development would be a curiosity with only upside, third overall pick or no. That’s not the case. The Blazers need to make decisions about their future. Knowing Henderson’s ceiling and the likelihood of him reaching it would go a long way towards determining their next steps.
The issue here isn’t just Henderson, but what the Blazers are asking and will be asking from him. If you need a million dollars by next Christmas, you don’t want to ask someone who’s going to start digging in his pockets and rummaging around the couch cushions for change. He may come up with a tidy sum for all you know, but you really want the guy who pulls up in a Rolls Royce already. Maybe that’s what the Blazers were hoping they were getting in Scoot. It’s not what they got. Angst is the inevitable result, fair or not.
Riding out the developmental cycle seems like the best option for all involved right now. It’s not likely that other teams will be beating down Portland’s door to get at Scoot. The Blazers will be better off betting on his potential ceiling than bailing on him. Maybe another year will make a bigger difference, or a new coach. Who knows? But conclusions aren’t likely to come soon and they won’t be direct. You might want to get a bottle of antacids and resolve to judge Scoot season-to-season (like the team does) while he puts in the work game-to-game as (a player must). Someday those divergent timelines may overlap, but right now the perspectives are too far apart to yield meaningful results.
One way or another Henderson will end up proving himself. The operative question is, as what? I know “wait and see” is a dissatisfying answer to the developmental question, but it’s all Scoot and the Blazers have right now, so there you go.
Thanks for the question! You can always send yours to blazersub@gmail.com and we’ll answer as many as we can!
When Will Scoot Henderson Finally Prove Himself?
Scoot Henderson has long been hailed as a top prospect in the world of basketball. With his explosive athleticism, smooth ball-handling skills, and scoring ability, the hype surrounding Henderson has been building for years.
However, despite all the potential and promise, Henderson has yet to truly prove himself on the court at the highest levels. Whether it’s been due to injuries, limited playing time, or simply not living up to the lofty expectations, Henderson has yet to have that breakout moment that solidifies him as a true star.
So the question remains: when will Scoot Henderson finally prove himself? Will it be in his next game, his next season, or will it take even longer for him to reach his full potential?
Only time will tell, but one thing is for certain – the basketball world is eagerly awaiting the moment when Scoot Henderson finally lives up to the hype and cements his place among the elite players in the game.
The Granddaddy of Them All could give birth to this year’s national champion.
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Rose Bowl
Pasadena, CA
Eighth-seeded Ohio State, now among the favorites to win the College Football Playoff after a 42-17 dismemberment of ninth-seeded Tennessee in the first round, clashes with top-seeded Oregon, which beat the Buckeyes in a 32-31 instant classic in Eugene earlier this season. The winner of their rematch in the Rose Bowl for the CFP quarterfinals will reserve a date in Arlington, Texas, to face the winner of fifth-seeded Texas and fourth-seeded Arizona State in the Cotton Bowl with a date in the National Championship Game on the line.
Oregon is the last unbeaten team standing in college football, but that doesn’t mean the Ducks are without vulnerabilities. Sixth-seeded Penn State, also in the CFP quarterfinals, rushed the ball for 292 yards against them in the Big Ten Championship Game, and Oregon’s defense as a whole is just 55th nationally in yards allowed per carry (four).
That might not be the first area where the Bucks seek to shoot down the Ducks, however, as it’s the passing game that reignited Ohio State’s offense against the Volunteers, though there were run-game successes too. On the other side of the ball, an otherwise dominant Buckeye defense gets a chance to avenge the biggest blemish on its résumé this season.
All those stakes will play out before one of the sport’s most picturesque backdrops in Pasadena, California.
“We’re excited about this opportunity to play in the Rose Bowl,” Ryan Day said on Dec. 23. “The tradition of the Rose Bowl in the Big Ten obviously is well-documented and we understand that. This will actually be my third time being at the Rose Bowl and every time we go it’s a great experience.
“And you’ll certainly have a great opponent in Oregon, a lot of respect for them. Looking forward to the rematch. … I think when you think about some of the greatest venues there are in college football, certainly Pasadena and the Rose Bowl is right at the top of the list.”
The Headlines
Attack Early With the Pass
The Ohio State offense’s struggles against Michigan get much more attention for obvious reasons after a 13-10 loss in what is annually the regular season’s most important game, but the cracks were there the week before against Indiana following center Seth McLaughlin’s season-ending injury.
Stripping away TreVeyon Henderson’s 39-yard run with the game well in-hand in the waning minutes, Ohio State rushed for just 76 yards on 28 carries against the Hoosiers, a meager 2.7 yards per carry. Day even said after the victory over the Volunteers that the offense had been struggling even in that Indiana game, a 38-15 win aided in the scoring column by the team’s first punt return touchdown in a decade.
The Buckeyes saw a massive resurgence against Tennessee, both from their offense as a whole and their running game. Will Howard tossed the pigskin for more than 300 yards for the second time this season – the other being the first time Ohio State played Oregon – and OSU picked up 4.7 yards per carry. Its offensive line saw a rebound thanks in part to a rotation of Tegra Tshabola, Austin Siereveld and Luke Montgomery at offensive guard and stuck almost exclusively to gap schemes on the ground.
“I certainly thought we got good double teams on the inside guys, and I thought our pullers did a nice job on the defensive ends and the second pullers getting to the next level,” Day said. “I thought our running backs ran through contact and ran with velocity.”
Perhaps the bigger part of the offense’s rebound was its aggressive game plan, however. Ohio State came out and dialed up five pass plays out of six total play calls on its opening drive, including a 37-yard bomb from Howard to Jeremiah Smith for the contest’s first salvo.
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The Buckeyes would be advised to rely on the pass to open up their ground game once again against the Ducks. While Oregon’s pass defense is much better than its run defense statistically, ranked ninth nationally in the former and 33rd in the latter, there may be no group of defensive backs in the country that can consistently cover Ohio State’s world-beating wide receiver trio of Jeremiah Smith, Emeka Egbuka and Carnell Tate.
As was seen in the Tennessee game, if a defense is spaced out through the air, it becomes easier to run the football. That’s how the Buckeyes could establish balance on offense, as Day and Chip Kelly consistently preach – but either way, the plan should be to come out aggressive and sling the pigskin.
Vengeance in the Valley
Projected Starters
Ohio State
Pos
Oregon
OFFENSE
WILL HOWARD
QB
DILLON GABRIEL
TREVEYON HENDERSON
RB
JORDAN JAMES
JEREMIAH SMITH
WR
TRAESHON HOLDEN
CARNELL TATE
WR
EVAN STEWART
EMEKA EGBUKA
WR
TEZ JOHNSON
GEE SCOTT JR.
TE
TERRANCE FERGUSON
DONOVAN JACKSON
LT
JOSH CONERLY JR.
AUSTIN SIEREVELD
LG
NISHAD STROTHER
CARSON HINZMAN
C
IAPANI LALOULU
TEGRA TSHABOLA
RG
DAVE IULI
JOSH FRYAR
RT
AJANI CORNELIUS
DEFENSE
JT TUIMOLOAU
DE
JORDAN BURCH
TYLEIK WILLIAMS
DT
DERRICK HARMON
TY HAMILTON
DT
JAMAREE CALDWELL
JACK SAWYER
DE/OLB
TEITUM TUIOTI
SONNY STYLES
WLB
JEFFREY BASSA
CODY SIMON
MLB
BRYCE BOETTCHER
JORDAN HANCOCK
NB
BRANDON JOHNSON
DENZEL BURKE
CB
JABBAR MUHAMMAD
DAVISON IGBINOSUN
CB
NIKKO REED
CALEB DOWNS
FS
KOBE SAVAGE
LATHAN RANSOM
SS
TYSHEEM JOHNSON
For 12 of its 13 games this season, Ohio State’s defense has dominated.
Only one team has scored more than 17 points against the Buckeyes. Only one team has thrown for more than 201 yards against them. Only one team has averaged more than 5.1 yards per play against them.
In all three instances, that team is Oregon, which scored 31 points off of 341 passing yards and 7.6 yards per play vs. Ohio State on Oct. 12. The Buckeyes are the nation’s No. 1 scoring and total defense this season, but on that night in Autzen Stadium, they were forced to play the fool.
Ducks quarterback Dillon Gabriel completed 23 of 34 passes for 341 yards and two touchdowns, adding a rushing score. Cornerback Denzel Burke had the worst performance of his career, allowing seven catches for 162 yards and two touchdowns on seven targets, per Pro Football Focus.
In 18 targets across seven games since then, Burke has surrendered just 13 catches for 120 yards. Tennessee targeted him just once and the pass was incomplete. His mentality going into Wednesday isn’t one of going for some getback, though, contrary to the title of this section.
“I’ve been trying to stay away from that word vengeance,” Burke said on Monday. “Really just go out there and be me, man. Have fun and be me.”
Ohio State also failed to record a sack of Gabriel in the teams’ first meeting with just nine total pressures. Defensive coordinator Jim Knowles and staff re-engineered his defense in response, mixing more coverages and creative ways to get after the quarterback with blitzes and simulated pressures. It’s worked since the Oregon game. But the question now is whether it will work against the Ducks this time.
Schematics and Tactics
Oregon head coach Dan Lanning speaks at the Ducks’ Rose Bowl media day. (Credit: Kirby Lee – Imagn Images)
The battle of coaching staffs is always an underlying storyline entering games, but especially so in the upcoming rematch between Ohio State and Oregon.
Head coaches Day and Dan Lanning hold the highest winning percentages among active head coaches across the FBS, Lanning at .875 and Day at .870 for their respective careers. Day came up as an elite offensive mind that took Ohio State’s offense in a new direction with great success in 2018, Lanning was the defensive coordinator for one of the best defenses in the sport’s history in the 2021 national champion Georgia Bulldogs.
Offensive coordinators Chip Kelly and Will Stein will match wits with defensive coordinators Jim Knowles and Tosh Lupoi. The game is an odd crossroads for Kelly, who played in the Rose Bowl on roughly a biweekly basis from 2018 through 2023 as head coach of UCLA, which uses the Pasadena-based national landmark as its home field.
Kelly was also Oregon’s offensive coordinator from 2007 to 2008 and its head coach from 2009 through 2012, losing to Ohio State in the Rose Bowl the first of those years in 2009. It’s a wild epicenter of his college coaching career, although he said on Saturday that he hasn’t really thought about it.
Coaching tactics played a pivotal role in Autzen Stadium on Oct. 12. An Oregon go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter came on a 27-yard zone read keeper by Gabriel, which caught the Buckeyes in man coverage as Sonny Styles ran with tight end Terrance Ferguson to the flat.
Lanning may have also intentionally put 12 men on the field to help waste time in the final 10 seconds of play before Howard slid down a second too late in the 32-31 loss, and in any case the sequence prompted a rare in-season rule change from the NCAA.
Spotlights will be on both coaching staffs as they try to put their players in optimal positions for success.
Watch Out For These Guys
Oregon DE Jordan Burch
The Ducks’ star defensive end missed the previous matchup between Ohio State and Oregon with a hamstring injury, and Burch’s presence alongside fellow star edge rusher Matayo Uiagalelei might be the toughest test yet this season in pass protection for Buckeye offensive tackles Donovan Jackson and Josh Fryar. In just nine games, Burch has 11 tackles for loss and 8.5 sacks with five pass breakups.
“He’s a super powerful guy, really fast off the ball,” Fryar said. “He’s 6-6, 295, and he runs super fast. He’s going to be a great matchup to go against, and I think it’s going to be a battle.”
Oregon WR Tez Johnson
Oregon wide receiver Tez Johnson is the most dangerous option for quarterback Dillon Gabriel. (Credit: Grace Hollars/IndyStar/USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
Oregon has a war chest of options in the passing game that might only be rivaled by Ohio State’s, but Johnson is the most threatening among them. He has 78 receptions for 866 yards and 10 touchdowns this season, all team-highs.
Ohio State RB TreVeyon Henderson
The Buckeyes may or may not use a similar gap-scheme-centric approach to their running game as they utilized vs. the Volunteers, but Henderson thrived in that attack during the CFP’s first round. He collected 80 yards on just 10 carries with touchdown runs of 29 and 24 yards, adding four receptions for 54 yards. He had 10 carries for 87 yards the last time Ohio State played Oregon.
Oregon’s defense allowed both of Penn State’s running backs, Nicholas Singleton and Kaytron Allen, to surpass 100 yards in the Ducks’ last game, the Big Ten Championship Game. If Ohio State’s offensive line can pave the way, as referenced above, there might be room for Henderson to maneuver for more big plays in the running game.
“Oh yeah. I’m ready to play. No matter who we played, I was gonna be ready.”– Oregon defensive end Jordan Burch on if he’s hungry for his shot at Ohio State
It remains to be seen what new impact Burch’s presence will have on Ohio State’s offense, but he’s eager for his opportunity against the Buckeyes. Oregon joined OSU in recording no sacks on Oct. 12, with 11 total pressures per PFF.
“Every game has an identity unto itself. Obviously, watching this most recent game, Ohio State played really well. They have a lot of strengths. They’re really good on both sides of the ball.”– Dan Lanning on what he’s seen on tape from Ohio State since it first faced Oregon
Both Ohio State and Oregon players and coaches across the board have expressed a sentiment that this game will be different in its look and feel than the first one between the two 2024 powers. Lanning’s only spoken highly of the Buckeyes’ capabilities since his team’s win two and a half months ago.
“It’s more of an edge, I feel like, and carrying that pissed-off mentality. Obviously not letting it affect you in a negative way, but making it remind you, ‘Hey, I’m going to go the extra inch here.’”– Will Howard on balancing emotions while aiming to get revenge on Oregon
Revenge, if it hasn’t already been made clear, is a massive narrative entering this game for Ohio State. Such emotions are never something that a team can let control it, but using them as fuel to take extra steps in preparation is what Howard and his teammates have tried to do.
Get Smart
Ohio State has a 9-2 all-time record vs. Oregon. The Buckeyes won the first nine games in the series, but Oregon has won the last two, defeating Ohio State 35-28 at Ohio Stadium in 2021 and 32-31 at Autzen Stadium earlier this year.
Ohio State has a 9-7 all-time record in the Rose Bowl. The Buckeyes have won their last four Rose Bowl appearances, most recently defeating Utah in the 2022 Rose Bowl.
Ohio State is 4-4 all-time in College Football Playoff games.
Ohio State is 1-2 when facing the No. 1 seed in the CFP, defeating Alabama in the first-ever CFP in the 2014 season but losing to Alabama in the national championship game for the 2020 season and losing to Georgia in 2022.
This will be the third time in the last 50 years that Ohio State has faced a team twice in the same season. Ohio State’s last rematch came in 2019, when the Buckeyes beat Wisconsin in both the regular season and the Big Ten Championship Game. Ohio State lost to UCLA in the Rose Bowl after defeating the Bruins during the 1975 regular season.
The Rose Bowl will be Ohio State’s fourth game this season against a top-five team. The Buckeyes are 2-1 against top-five teams so far this year with the only loss coming to Oregon in the regular season.
Ohio State running backs coach Carlos Locklyn was the running backs coach at Oregon from 2022 until he joined Ohio State’s staff in April. OSU offensive coordinator Chip Kelly was Oregon’s head coach from 2009-12.
Oregon tight ends coach Drew Mehringer was a graduate assistant at Ohio State in 2012 and 2013.
Oregon’s roster includes two players from Ohio: Backup linebacker Jestin Jacobs (Englewood) and reserve offensive lineman Auston Mims (Akron). Ohio State has no players from Oregon.
ESPN’s College GameDay will be broadcast from the Rose Bowl on Wednesday morning (10 a.m.-1 p.m.), marking the fifth time GameDay will be in attendance for an Ohio State game this season, the most of any school.
How It Plays Out
Line: Ohio State -2.5, O/U 55.5
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The strides Ohio State’s offense took against Tennessee were critical, as otherwise it’d feel like much more of an uphill climb for the Buckeyes to best Oregon. If their defense plays to its golden standard from the second half of the season and the offense uses an aggressive game plan to establish balance similar to the win over the Volunteers, there’s reason to like OSU’s chances here, even against the sport’s current No. 1 team.
Twelve of Eleven Warriors’ 14 staffers selected the Buckeyes to triumph over the Ducks and reached the semifinals of the CFP. The lone holdouts were the Eleven Dubcast duo of George Eisner and Johnny Ginter, the latter of whom was also the only pick against Ohio State vs. Tennessee. Twelve of 14 are also projecting a one-score game in a rematch between two of the best teams in college football.
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The highly anticipated College Football Playoff quarterfinal clash between Ohio State and Oregon is just around the corner, and both teams are gearing up for a showdown of epic proportions.
The Buckeyes are coming into this game with something to prove, especially on the offensive side of the ball. After a lackluster performance against Michigan in the regular season finale, Ohio State’s offense is looking to show that their resurgence is no fluke. Led by quarterback C.J. Stroud and a talented group of wide receivers, the Buckeyes have the firepower to put up points in a hurry. Running back TreVeyon Henderson will also play a key role in the offense, as he looks to break through Oregon’s stout defense.
Speaking of defense, Ohio State will be seeking revenge against Oregon, who handed them a 35-28 loss earlier in the season. The Buckeyes’ defense has been solid all year, but they will need to step up their game against the Ducks’ potent offense. Linebacker Cody Simon and defensive end Jack Sawyer will be key players to watch as they try to contain Oregon’s dynamic playmakers.
This game is sure to be a thrilling matchup between two powerhouse programs, and both teams will be giving it their all to secure a spot in the College Football Playoff semifinals. Ohio State will be looking to prove that their resurgence is real and that they are a force to be reckoned with, while Oregon will be aiming to continue their success and advance to the next round. Be sure to tune in to see who comes out on top in this monumental clash.
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When Outer Banksfirst premiered on Netflix in April 2020, it was the perfect COVID binge. While everyone was locked inside their houses, viewers found solace in watching a rag-tag group of teens embark on an action-packed treasure hunt, set against the warm-toned backdrop of the Outer Banks. But, beyond that, this adventure series has cemented itself as one of the sexiest shows of the 2020s, and it doesn’t even need to show any nudity to achieve that!
Chase Stokes, who plays John Booker Routledge (better known as John B), became every girl’s dream guy, and Madelyn Cline, who plays Sarah Cameron, filled every man’s fantasy after their characters, despite being from different social castes (John B, a Pogue, and Sarah, a Kook), struck up an unlikely, but steamy romance in Season 1, making for their own modern-day Romeo & Juliet story.
As the seasons went on, the world learned to fall in love with each Pogue for different reasons. Pope Heyward (played by Jonathan “JD” Daviss) is smart and awkward, but relentless in protecting his family’s legacy. JJ Maybank (played by Rudy Pankow) was the bad boy who made rash decisions that were oftentimes detrimental to the Pogues, yet he was broken, tortured, and sensitive underneath his tough exterior. Kiara Carrera (played by Madison Bailey), while raised a Kook, is a free-spirited Pogue who would do anything for her friends. And Cleo (played by Carlacia Grant), well, she’s just an all-around badass!
Heck, even the show’s villain Rafe Cameron (played by the dreamy Drew Starkey) has layers to him that would be interesting to explore.
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While each character is different from the next in terms of personality, they each have one thing in common: they’re all hot as hell!
Do they shower? Rarely. Are they wearing clothes? Barely. Somehow, it never seems to get cold in the Outer Banks as these scantily clad gals are always dressed in bikinis or crop tops and Daisy Dukes, which, more often than not, end up covered in dirt. And it’s always a good day when we get a shirtless scene from the three leading men, who typically opt for a day of surfing when they’re not fending off treasure-hungry bad guys or searching for gold in every corner of the planet.
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But unlike most teen dramas — and other steamy Netflix staples like Bridgerton — Outer Banks strays away from explicit sex scenes (where would they even find the time?!). At this point in the series, there are three main couples: John B and Sarah, Pope and Cleo, and Kie and JJ, though it should be noted that JJ was fatally stabbed at the end of Season 4. I’m still mad about that one, but I digress.
While passion is certainly in the air and spicy makeout sessions are prevalent among the young love birds, sex has only ever been implied. Whether it’s John B and Sarah sneakily putting a seashell warning on their bedroom doorknob over at Poguelandia, or JJ and Kie covering up the window to the hyperbolic chamber they’re being held in after a diving incident gone wrong, there’s no doubt these young adults are getting it on. After all, we learn that Sarah is pregnant in Season 4 — and that Poguelette had to come from somewhere!
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Despite the lack of sex scenes, Outer Banks is still one of the hottest shows to come out of this decade — which, might I remind you, has reached its halfway point. The actors are gorgeous, their wardrobe leaves little to the imagination, and, if we’re getting on a deeper level, there’s nothing more attractive than undying loyalty to one’s friends. Moreover, each couple has successfully held a chokehold on viewers who have watched their journeys from day one, which makes it all the more gut-wrenching when something bad happens to them.
Here’s hoping that the fifth and final season of Outer Banks features more swoon-worthy scenes, skimpy outfits, and some well-deserved revenge for JJ’s heartbreaking death.
The first four seasons of Outer Banks are currently streaming Netflix.
Outer Banks has taken the world by storm with its captivating storyline, beautiful scenery, and, let’s be honest, incredibly attractive cast. But what really sets this show apart from the rest is its undeniable sex appeal.
From the sun-kissed beaches to the steamy love triangles, Outer Banks oozes with sensuality in every scene. The chemistry between the characters is palpable, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats and craving more.
But don’t just take my word for it – the numbers speak for themselves. Since its debut in 2020, Outer Banks has amassed a huge following of fans who can’t get enough of its tantalizing mix of action, drama, and, of course, romance.
So if you’re looking for a show that will leave you hot under the collar, look no further than Outer Banks. Trust me, once you start watching, you won’t be able to stop.
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