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The Stanley Cup finals are here, and the Edmonton Oilers have a shot at winning the Cup for the first time in 18 years. But they face a tough task against the Florida Panthers, who are back in the NHL finals for the second year in a row.
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Tickets for the best-of-seven series initially went on sale Wednesday (June 5), but sold out within minutes on Ticketmaster with fans clamoring to see the Oilers vs. Panthers series in person. The latest reports have Stanley Cup prices well into the tens of thousands of dollars for single-game seats.
Fortunately, there are still ways to find Stanley Cup tickets online through third-party sites and resale sites, many of which are offering promo codes for discounted seats.
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How to Get Stanley Cup 2024 Finals Tickets Online
To help you get the best Stanley Cup ticket deals available, ShopBillboard has rounded up where to find the latest prices and cheap tickets below, so you can watch the Stanley Cup finals live.
Ticketmaster
Ticketmaster is the official ticketing provider of the 2024 Stanley Cup Finals, and while initial seats are sold out, the site does offer resale options. As of this writing, Ticketmaster resale has tickets for Game 1 starting at $468 and Game 4 tickets from around $1,312. The website provides an interactive map that will show you options based on the price and venue sections. You can also choose to have only verified resale tickets shown as well as accessible ticket options.
StubHub
StubHub offers (relatively) affordable Stanley Cup tickets with Game 1 options starting at $395 and Game 4 tickets from $943. The site allows you to use an interactive map to choose exactly where you’d like to sit in the venue. Prices can also be sorted based on quantity and price point as well as the option to include estimated fees in the price you see. Purchases are backed by StubHub’s FanProtect Guarantee, which guarantees your tickets are valid and will arrive by the time of the event or you’ll receive comparable, better tickets, or your money back. Read the details on the purchase protection plan here.
Vivid Seats
Vivid Seats is currently offering Game 1 tickets from just $414 and Game 4 tickets starting at $950. You can sort tickets based on price, venue section, “Great Deal” options, instant delivery and your recently viewed. The site also backs up orders with its 100% Buyer Guarantee, which you can read more about here. Bonus offer: Score $20 off purchases of $200+ when you use the code BB2024 at checkout.
Vivid Seats also offers a rewards program that gets you your 11th ticket free after ten ticket purchases. It’s a great way to score a deal on bulk or group tickets to the Stanley Cup.
SeatGeek
Another way to find Stanley Cup tickets online is through SeatGeek, which is an official ticketing partner of the Florida Panthers. The site also has a number of discounts still available for the Stanley Cup 2024 finals. As of this writing, the site has Game 1 tickets available for as low as $517 and Game 4 tickets starting at $1,318. Looking to score a discount: first purchases are eligible for $10 off orders of $250+ when you use the code BILLBOARD10 at checkout.
Gametime
Gametime aims to offer the most affordable last-minute Stanley Cup tickets with Game 1 options for $361+ and Game 4 tickets at $900+. Their Gametime Guarantee ensures that you get the lowest price possible, which means if you purchase tickets through the site and then find cheaper tickets elsewhere, Gametime will provide 110% of the difference. Learn more about the policy here.
Stanley Cup Tickets: Promo Codes, Cheap Seats
Other ways to score cheap seats to the Stanley Cup finals include TicketNetwork.com, which is offering $10 off with promo code TNTIX, and TicketLiquidator.com which has a 15% off discount code TLSummer15.
How to Watch the Stanley Cup Finals Online: Live Stream Oilers vs. Panthers
The Stanley Cup finals are airing this year on ABC. Want to watch the Oilers vs. Panthers online? You can watch the 2024 Stanley Cup finals live through DirecTV Stream and FuboTV, which both offer ABC and include free trials for up to a week (meaning you can watch the Stanley Cup finals for free).
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The best cricket players from all around the world are playing in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 with matches set in various locations, including New York City, Barbados, Guyana, Antigua, Texas and more.
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The massive cricket tournament goes from now until Saturday, June 29.
Want to watch the T20 Cricket World Cup? Here’s what you need to know about livestreaming options.
How to Watch the ICC T20 World Cup 2024
There are quite a few ways to watch ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 since it broadcasts internationally, both on TV and online.
Fans can livestream the entire T20 World Cup tournament on Willow HD, which is available with Fubo and Sling TV.
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With Fubo, Willow HD is part of all of the streaming services plans starting with the “Pro” tier going for $79.99 per month. The plan includes more than 190 channels — including ESPN, ABC, FX, NBC, HGTV, CNN, NFL Network and more — unlimited cloud DVR and up to 10 streams on multiple devices at once. In addition, Fubo comes with a seven-day free trial, so you can try it out for a week before you commit for the rest of the month.
As for Sling, Willow HD is part of the service’s Desi TV package, which starts at $10 per month for the first month and $15 per month afterwards. Not only does it comes with live and on-demand cricket matches, but it also comes with movies and TV shows from networks, such as Star Plus, SonyLIV and more. These networks and offerings are in Hindi, Punjabi and other languages.
Meanwhile, you can also get an annual subscription for $99 per year — which is a 45% savings, compared to going month-to-month.
Additionally, you can use a virtual private network, like ExpressVPN, to access a live feed of cricket matches on India’s Disney+ Hotstar. ExpressVPN, which starts at $8.32 per month, lets you set your laptop, streaming device, tablet or smartphone to a location in India to watch matches — even if you’re in the United States. Learn more about ExpressVPN here.
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 is available to stream on Willow HD via Fubo or Sling right now until Saturday, June 29. Check a complete schedule for matchups and start times here.
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Fans will have to wait to see if Iron Mike Tyson is able to beat the brakes off Jake Paul. Due to the former’s recent medical scare on a flight, their bout scheduled for July has been postponed.
The fight was originally scheduled for July 20 in AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, home of the Dallas Cowboys, and was to stream live on Netflix. However, on Saturday, June 1, Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions announced that the bout was being postponed.
Apparently, Tyson’s medical emergency was due to an ulcer flaring up. Since he will be unable to fully train for several weeks, both boxers agreed to push the fight back out of fairness. A new date for the match will be shared on Friday, June 7th.
“I want to thank my fans around the world for their support and understanding during this time. Unfortunately, due to my ulcer flareup, I have been advised by my doctor to lighten my training for a few weeks to rest and recover,” said Tyson in a statement. “My body is in better overall shape than it has been since the 1990s and I will be back to my full training schedule soon. Jake Paul, this may have bought you some time, but in the end you will still be knocked out and out of boxing for good. I appreciate everyone’s patience and can’t wait to deliver an unforgettable performance later this year.”
Added Paul in his own statement: “I fully support postponing the event so Mike Tyson has no excuses come fight night. My fans know I don’t want to face Iron Mike at anything but his best, but let there be no mistake — when he steps into the ring with me, I will be ready to claim my W with a sensational finish. Paul vs Tyson will be one for the ages, and I promise to bring my best for this once-in-a-lifetime matchup.”
While Jake Paul is 27, Mike Tyson is 57.
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The 2024 French Open is in full swing, culminating with the women’s final on Saturday, June 8, and the men’s final on Sunday, June 9. You can catch it live on NBC Sports, Peacock and the Tennis Channel, broadcasting from the Stade Roland Garros in Paris.
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The men’s competition at the Grand Slam tournament took an unpredictable turn with the early defeat of Rafael Nadal. The 14-time French Open winner was unable to overcome an injury to progress past the first round. His tournament run ended Monday against Alexander Zverev.
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“I don’t know what’s going to happen in the next few months…I need to finish all this process. My mind-set was ready till Olympics, you know, and then I need to check how I feel in different ways,” Nadal shared with ESPN.
When it comes to the women’s division, Polish player Iga Świątek has won the French Open two years in a row. She enters Roland Garros this week after her recent triumph over Aryna Sabalenka at the Italian Open, where both players were slated to compete on the clay courts. They will be joined by Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula and Elena Rybakina.
Keep reading for ways to watch and stream from anywhere — with and without cable.
Where to Watch the 2024 French Open From Anywhere
The 2024 French Open is available on NBC Sports, the Tennis Channel and Peacock.
NBC and Peacock will broadcast the French Open, including the semifinals and finals, with all NBC TV coverage accessible for streaming on NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app. Additionally, tennis enthusiasts can now stream matches directly through the Tennis Channel’s app, Tennis Channel+, offering comprehensive coverage.
The Tennis Channel will broadcast third-round coverage from 5 a.m. to 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, June 1; NBC will air from noon to 3 p.m. and Peacock from noon to 5:30 p.m. ET. You can find the complete schedule here to plan your viewing accordingly.
For those without cable, streaming services like Fubo, Sling TV, Hulu + Live and DirecTV Stream offer excellent streaming options, with monthly costs ranging from $20-$75. Many of these services provide a free trial upon signing up and offer access to numerous cable channels. You can use ExpressVPN to access streaming platforms and channels from outside the U.S.
Looking for an alternative option? NBC is part of Sling TV’s $40 monthly Blue package, and for an additional $11 per month, you can include the Tennis Channel as well.
Whether you’re into tennis, basketball, football or other sports, you can explore a variety of content on ESPN+ and enjoy live and past tournaments like the Australian Open, U.S. Open, UFC fights, NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB games and exclusive documentaries like Go Beyond the Dream With Shohei Ohtani, Man in the Arena: Tom Brady and more.
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Two premiere lightweight fighters go head-to-head as the main event during UFC 302. Russian Islam Makhachev (25-1-0) defends his UFC Lightweight Championship against American fighter Dustin Poirier (30-8-0) in a title fight on Saturday, June 1.
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UFC 302: Makhachev vs. Poirier happens at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., with a start time of 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT. The main card is expected to begin at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT.
Want to watch UFC 302 online? This event is streaming on ESPN+ with pay-per-view access, which goes for $79.99, for subscribers only.
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If you’re not a subscriber, you can get PPV access and an ESPN+ monthly subscription — which is $10.99 per month — for $90.98 in total, or pick up an ESPN+ annual subscription for $134.98. The annual subscription bundle is the best deal because it saves you nearly 30% overall instead of going monthly.
Check out the full UFC 302 fight card below, and PPV livestream here.
Main Card, 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT
Islam Makhachev (c) vs. Dustin Poirier (Lightweight) — Main Event
Sean Strickland vs. Paulo Costa (Middleweight)
Kevin Holland vs. Michał Oleksiejczuk (Middleweight)
Jailton Almeida vs. Alexander Romanov (Heavyweight)
Randy Brown vs. Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos (Welterweight)
Prelims Card, 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT
César Almeida vs. Roman Kopylov (Middleweight)
Grant Dawson vs. Joe Solecki (Lightweight)
Philip Rowe vs. Jake Matthews (Welterweight)
Niko Price vs. Alex Morono (Welterweight)
Early Prelims Card, 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT
Mickey Gall vs. Bassil Hafez (Welterweight)
Ailín Pérez vs. Joselyne Edwards (Women’s Bantamweight)
Mitch Raposo vs. André Lima (Flyweight)
Meanwhile, subscribers to ESPN+ can livestream the early prelim and prelim portions of UFC 302 for free. The prelims air on the cable network ESPN2, so it’s available to stream on DirecTV Stream and Fubo. Both streaming services offer free trials — for five days and seven days, respectively — for new subscribers.
Moreover, Sling TV and Hulu + Live TV — which offers a three-day free trial — come with ESPN2 as well.
You can also get the Disney Trio — which comes with ESPN+, Hulu and Disney+ — starting as low as $14.99 per month.
Want to attend UFC 302 in person? There are last-minute tickets available via Vivid Seats, SeatGeek, StubHub and Ticketmaster. Prices vary depending on seats available at Prudential Center in New Jersey.
UFC 302: Makhachev vs. Poirier is streamable on ESPN+ on Saturday, June 1, starting at 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT, with the main card beginning at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT.
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Fyre Fest fraudster Billy McFarland shocked the crypto and combat sports world Thursday night, defeating the heavily favored crypto YouTuber Justin “Jchains” Custardo via TKO during the main event of Karate Combat’s Influencer Fight Club series at the Consensus conference in Austin, Texas.
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Custardo, the co-founder of the Web3 Breakfast Club channel, had trained for months for the bout, promising revenge for the investors who lost $26 million on McFarland’s fraudulent Fyre Fest. But Custardo quickly ran out of gas in the second round of the wild MMA-style fight and had no defense against a barrage of right crosses thrown by McFarland. With less than 20 seconds left, McFarland finished off Custardo with a knee strike and several punches, sending the gassed out content creator to the mat for the final time.
The two-round fight was the final bout at Karate Combat 46, a four-hour event combining full contact martial arts with crypto trading and immersive CGI environments powered by Epic Games’ Unreal Engine program. Karate Combat odds makers had favored Custardo to win the bout with 58/42 odds, but fight announcer and three-time UFC champion George St. Pierre did note prior to the bout that McFarland potentially had one major advantage in his corner.
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“Do you think he learned anything crazy in prison,” announcer and podcaster Mike Maljack asked St. Pierre, referencing McFarland’s four-year stint in prison.
“I think he learned a lot more when he got out because he trained with Phil Nurse, who was my coach for my career,” said St. Pierre, who is widely regarded as the greatest welterweight MMA fighter in UFC history. Nurse is a UK-born former Muay Thai kickboxer and undefeated European Light Welterweight Champion who now owns and trains out of The Wat, a gym in Manhattan.
“There is no better teacher than Phil Nurse I believe,” St. Pierre said.
McFarland thanked Nurse in a post-fight interview and promised to use a portion of his winnings, including all of his $12,000 knockout bonus, to repay his Fyre Fest investors. As for Custardo, the YouTuber took to social media shortly after the fight to devour a post-bout slice of pizza and nurse his wounds.
“I got beat up, but it’s alright,” Custardo told his followers.
Pizza never tasted so good. Thanks to everyone that came to support. Apologies we didn’t bring home the W but I’m hanging my head up high. Fought my ass off. Shoutout to @pyrtbilly for being one tough motherfucker. I owe you a beer dude. Looking forward to it. pic.twitter.com/zA2kUQxCUQ— JChains (@CryptoJChains) May 31, 2024
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The MLB is finally doing right by the exceptional athletes who dominated the Negro Leagues by allowing them to have their well-deserved place in Baseball’s record books.
Spotted on ESPN, the MLB is finally correcting what it called a “longtime oversight” by incorporating the Negro Leagues’ records for more than 2,300 players into its record books.
MLB’s decision greatly benefits Homestead Gray’s legendary catcher, Josh Gibson.
With the move, Josh Gibson surpassed Ty Cobb, becoming Major League Baseball’s career leader with a .372 batting average, passing Cobb’s .367.
Gibson’s .466 average for the 1943 Homestead Grays is now the season standard. Charlie “Chino” Smith is right behind Gibson with his .451 for the 1929 New York Lincoln Giants, eclipsing Hugh Duffy, who batted .440 for the National League’s Boston team in 1894.
Another massive milestone for Gibson (.718) and OPS (1.177) puts him ahead of the great Babe Ruth (.690 and 1.164) in slugging percentage.
“It’s a show of respect for great players who performed in the Negro Leagues due to circumstances beyond their control and once those circumstances changed demonstrated that they were truly major leaguers,” MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said in an interview with The Associated Press on Wednesday. “Maybe the single biggest factor was the success of players who played in the Negro Leagues and then came to the big leagues.”
MLB Players Positively React To The News
The news of the Negro Leagues stats finally being added to MLB’s record books is being positively received by players around the league.
“You get to learn about a lot of names and a lot of people that we may not have heard about,” Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Andrew McCutchen said per ESPN. “Now that Josh Gibson is at the top of OPS and batting average and a few other categories, it’s great news. But it’s more than just that and the numbers. It’s great that you now get to learn about the players in the Negro Leagues. … I’ll be able to do some more deep diving into some names that I may not have heard of.”
Cincinnati Reds pitcher Hunter Greene said the decision was “long overdue,” adding, “It is really exciting. I’m going to have to do a little bit more research and understand some of the history to kind of rewire my brain on some of the best players.”
Ty Cobb’s great-grandson, Tyrus Cobb, praised the decision.
“Baseball history is a part of U.S. history, and I think (the) major leagues acknowledging and incorporating the Negro Leagues is a huge step in kind of bringing all the parts of baseball history together,” Cobb said. “And I think it’s actually pretty exciting that there’s a new statistical batting average leader.”
Cobb, 32, who works in commercial real estate, also said he would “take a closer look” into Gibson’s career after passing Ty Cobb.
Social Media Reactions About The Negro Leagues Inclusion In MLB Records
While there is plenty of positive sentiment about the decision, we are not surprised there are people who are BIG MAD about the Negro Leagues’ fantastic players getting their just due.
“Babe Ruth rolling over in his grave,” a user on X, formerly Twitter, wrote.
Another user added, “Not a fan of this we understand they weren’t allowed to play and that sucks but they didn’t account these stats in the majors and it shouldn’t count towards MLB records.”
BIG MAD, indeed.
Welp, thankfully, their opinions do not matter.
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Caitlin Clark has made her professional debut after being drafted to the Indiana Fever for the 2024 WNBA season. After dominating the court during her college career, everything from her basketball jersey to rookie card has become some of the most coveted pieces of basketball merch to own.
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The basketball star has been breaking records, with the most recent being her rookie card — specifically from her college career — becoming the most expensive women’s basketball card. In January, Clark’s 2022 Bowman University Superfractor Caitlin Clark Rookie Auto card sold for $78,000, surpassing the 2004 Ultra Platinum Medallion Diana Taurasi card that originally sold for $11,500, according to Bleacher Report. Now, she stands behind only Serena Williams on the all-time list of cards that sold for more than $244,000, as reported on X by The Collectibles Guru.
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Topps and Panini are official partners with the WNBA, creating collectible rookie cards — including for Clark — that you can find online. You don’t have to spend five figures to buy hers, though. Here are options on Amazon that start as low as $13, allowing you to add the star player to your collection without breaking the bank.
Where to Buy Caitlin Clark’s Rookie Card Online
To help you score Clark’s college and WNBA rookie cards, we’ve rounded up a few options below that you can buy online now.
2024 Panini Instant WNBA Draft #1 Caitlin Clark Indiana Fever RC
Amazon’s No. 1 bestseller for sports collectible single base trading cards is none other than Clark’s draft into the WNBA. The card is the first of her professional career, and features a photo of the player holding up her Indiana Fever jersey along with Panini’s logo in the top left corner to signify it’s an official item. The card has also already been purchased more than 600 times in the past month, according to the online retailer.
Caitlin Clark RC 2024 Bowman U NOW All-Time NCAA Scorer #61 Pre-Rookie Iowa Card
In terms of her college career, shoppers can’t get enough of Clark’s #61 rookie card, which captured when she broke Pete Maravich’s all-time NCAA scoring record. The collectable is manufactured by Topps and has earned a No. 1 bestselling label on Amazon for sports collectible single insert trading cards. As a bonus, it comes in a plastic protector.
2024 Topps Bowman Iowa Caitlin Clark Card #49 Breaks All-Time NCAAW Scoring Record
Clark’s 49th rookie card for her NCAA career was created by Topps, and spotlights another record-breaking moment in the basketball player’s time on the court: when she broke the all-time NCAA scoring record for the women’s league with 3,528 points, according to the product description. The card comes pre-wrapped in a plastic protector to help keep it pristine.
2024 Panini Instant WNBA Caitlin Clark #19 Rookie RC Basketball Card
Another spotlighting moment for Clark’s career is her #19 rookie card that shows a point-scoring moment during Indiana’s game against the New York Liberty. The card has been graded by PSA to guarantee authenticity and has been given GM (gem mint), which is the highest rating it can get, meaning it’s nearly flawless.
2023-24 Bowman University #74 Caitlin Clark Iowa Basketball Card With Magnetic Holder Mint
Her #74 rookie card highlights when Clark set the women’s record for the most points scored in a season. The card is created Topps and comes in a magnetic holder to keep it protected. While the front features a photo of the player, the back goes into detail about the historic moment.
Certified Mint+ Caitlin Clark 2023 Bowman University Now #48 3k Pts, 1k Asts Rookie Card Iowa Hawkeyes
The #48 rookie card was manufactured by Topps and is certified to arrive in mint condition or better, according to the brand. The card arrives in an air-tight holder that was customized for the card to protect it from water, drops, light and more.
Along with Clark’s debut into professional basketball, the WNBA also received attention for its recent collaboration with SKIMS (the official undergarments brand for the professional women’s basketball teams), which features pieces selected and loved by past, present and upcoming stars of the sport.
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The sports world lost a giant on Monday with the passing of Bill Walton, a two-time NBA Champion, Basketball Hall of Famer, and all-around exceptional human being.
Through commissioner Adam Silver, the NBA announced the passing of the Emmy-winning sports broadcaster and former UCLA player on Monday.
In a statement, Silver said, “Bill Walton was truly one of a kind. Bill then translated his infectious enthusiasm and love for the game to broadcasting, where he delivered insightful and colorful commentary which entertained generations of basketball fans.”
Silver continued, “What I will remember most about him was his zest for life. He was a regular presence at league events — always upbeat, smiling ear to ear, and looking to share his wisdom and warmth. I treasured our close friendship, envied his boundless energy, and admired the time he took with every person he encountered.
“As a cherished member of the NBA family for 50 years, Bill will be deeply missed by all those who came to know and love him.”
The 71-year-old former professional hooper died from cancer on Monday in the presence of his loved ones, his family said in the statement.
Bill Walton’s Long List of Accomplishments
Walton had an exceptional career, winning two national titles with the UCLA Bruins before winning two NBA championships.
His NBA career did not last long because of nagging foot injuries, playing 468 games with the Portland Trail Blazers, LA (and formerly San Diego) Clippers, and Boston Celtics, averaging a double-double, 13.3 points and 10.5 rebounds.
Walton was the NBA’s MVP during the 1977-78 season, earning a spot on the league’s 50th and 75th anniversary teams.
Walton was enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1993,
He seamlessly transitioned into the broadcast booth, where the 6’11 giant became one of the most recognizable voices in sports thanks to his famous catchphrase, “Throw it down, big man.”
The American Sportscasters Association named him among the top 50 sports broadcasters in 2009.
The NBA Honors Walton on Social Media
Following the sad news, former players and friends like Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Larry Bird, and Julius “Dr.J” Erving paid tribute to Waltton on X, formerly Twitter.
“I am sad today hearing that my comrade & one of the sports worlds most beloved champions & characters has passed. Bill Walton enjoyed life in every way. To compete against him & to work with him was a blessing in my life. Sorry for your loss Walton family. We’ll miss him too,” Erving wrote on X.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar wrote on X, “Today I had to say goodbye to a great friend that I will always miss.”
Walton is survived by his wife Lori and sons Adam, Chris, Nate, and Luke, who played ten seasons in the NBA before becoming a coach in the league.
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Fat Joe added to the excitement for the forthcoming U.S. Open on Tuesday (May 28) by joining forces with the U.S. Tennis Association and lending his voice to their “Spectacular Awaits” campaign. The video finds the Bronx rapper amplifying one of the sport’s biggest live events that will kick off this August.
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“Get ready for the next level of spectacular,” begins Joe in the hype video. “Get your game face on, and your game day fit on, too. Get the squad together. Get another round and get ready. Get loud, no louder, and get legendary. Spectacular waits.”
“Engaging a New York City and cultural icon like Fat Joe with our campaign is a great representation of the U.S. Open experience,” said Nicole Kankam, managing director, pro tennis marketing and entertainment, USTA. “His presence is undeniable, and he’s the perfect match for the growing energy, excitement, and profile of the U.S. Open.”
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The Spectacular Awaits campaign holds a special place in Fat Joe’s heart, as it resonates with his personal life. His son Joey, a tennis enthusiast, has been a source of inspiration for the Bronx MC. Last year, Joe celebrated Joey’s birthday and shared playful pictures of them with oversized tennis balls. Joey, who is 33 and lives with autism, has been a focal point of the musician’s efforts to raise awareness about the condition, notably in his 2023 memoir The Book of Jose.
“He inspires me. He’s such a blessing in our life. He’s almost like an angel,” Fat Joe said last year during an episode of The View. “It’s the gift that keeps giving, little Joey, and I’m so proud of him.”
The U.S. Open’s main draw will begin on Monday, Aug. 26, and conclude with the Women’s Singles Final on Saturday, Sept. 7, and the Men’s Singles Final on Sunday, Sept. 8. Tickets for the 2024 U.S. Open go on sale on June 3.
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