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Saturday, May 31, 2025

Ian Rapoport on NFL Pranks + LeBron’s Future & Celtics Sale Update

Shedeur Sanders was one of many players to receive prank phone calls on draft night. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport weighs in on that, and what the Browns new quarterback room could mean for Deshaun Watson, Deion Sanders, and more.

Plus, LeBron James weighs in on his playing future as Anthony Edwards is dubbed “The King Slayer” by Adidas, and the $6.1B sale of the Celtics gets an important update.

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Apr 2, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics owner-in-waiting Bill Chisholm is seen during a timeout in a game against the Miami Heat at TD Garden.

Meet the Other Investors in the Celtics Sale

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Why Sports Franchises Are ‘Recession-Proof’

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Steve Madden Sues Adidas to Protect Its Own Use of Stripes

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Dick’s Buys Fallen Sneaker Giant With $2.5B Foot Locker Deal

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