The NBA and other leagues have further aligned themselves with big tech for broadcasting rights. But are they leaving themselves exposed by aligning themselves with companies so all in on relatively unpopular AI products?

As sports journalism has been weakened, it's been replaced by influencer content. But has that shift led to more manicured positioning and less interesting stories?

As the NBA opens up to newer wealth types in the ownership ranks, have we gone off the rails in regards to the types of characters that are brought into the league? Aaron Bollwinkel joins me to discuss.

Successful teams are often accused of having the refs on their side, where they become scapegoats of sorts. Brittany Stewart joined me to talk about why that is and some of the nuances that come with calling a game.

New Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon has implemented various cost cutting measures since taking over. Are his actions more indicative of the way that the rich view those in the middle class and below? Aaron Bollwinkel and I discuss.

Has the media in the week leading up to the Super Bowl become lackluster in today's climate. Matt Lombardo joined me on the latest episode of Deep Cover to talk about this and more concerning the modern state of sports journalism.

As gambling and prediction markets become more and more ubiquitous, is there a devolving of how we watch and why we watch games?

Griffin Prock shared some insights with me about how traditional media outlets like ESPN have pivoted to incorporate lifestyle influencers into sports content and what that means for the trajectory of the way sports is covered. Check out the full episode on the Deep Cover Podcast.

Has Adam Silver been too reactionary when it comes to tanking and as a commissioner in general? Tone from BME Pod joins me this week to discuss on Deep Cover.

Live sports broadcasting has opened up to more and more tech companies. It has led to more rights holders but also to some innovation in presentation. Sophia Prieto joins me to discuss if tech companies in sports rights is a good or a bad thing.

Noah Eagle: "SPLASH! JAMES HARDEN! THE CAVALIERS BY FOUR! AND IT'S BEEN THE BEARD STEPPING UP TO THE PLATE!" Robbie Hummel: "So much criticism of Games 1 and 2, but give Harden a bunch of credit. At 36 years old, he has absolutely brought it here in Game 3." 🏀🎙️ #NBA

Cases of pediatric drownings are up in 2026. Honolulu EMS has tips to keep our keiki safe this summer. ⬇️ https://www.khon2.com/local-news/pediatric-drowning-cases-rise/ 

Kevin Warsh was sworn in as Federal Reserve chair at a White House ceremony Friday morning as inflation continues to rise amid the war in Iran. This swearing-in usually takes place at the Fed without the president. https://wapo.st/4dZ7Shl

KNOTT’S BERRY FARM. Buena Park, California. December 2025.

How dare they….

We have maintained our policy interest rate at 2.25% Learn more: https://bit.ly/3PbWN2W #economy #cdnecon

We are in the middle of two revolutions—and you are part of it! 🤖 AI is reshaping creativity. 🔗 Crypto is giving power back to the people. This is our chance to build a fair and decentralized future. Don’t just watch—be a part of it!  #AI #Art #NFT #AIForGood #Europe #Innovation #impactArt

Location: Lakri Nabiganj, Siwan, Bihar Date: May 12 Cow vigilantes affiliated with the Gau Raksha Dal brutally assaulted three individuals over allegations of carrying beef, and handed them over to the police.

Tomorrow a new original art drop. By @hackintimseeley.bsky.social ! From original covers and interiors pages Like Hack/Slash, Ant Man, LocalMan, West of Sundown, Hellblazer. Available on our Website tomorrow September 9 at 12:00pm Central Time. Only on PANELPUNK.COM

Writer Erika L. Sánchez, who you may recognize from our series "Where I Write," reads and reflects on a poem by Rigoberto González from his collection BOOK OF RUIN. Explore more of González's poems: https://bit.ly/4u3IxIq Video produced by 5:00 Films & Media. 📹

A lot was going on last night, so I didn't get a chance to showcase this ridiculous throw by Ronald Acuña Jr. that almost nabbed Daylen Lile tagging up.

Heroes of the Resistance. Buy that guy a cup of coffee. Buy him a six pack 🍻 Or pay for his gas. ⛽️ Thank you for your service.

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You’re exhausted, but your brain won’t stop. Racing thoughts, what-ifs. Your brain is trying to hold onto it all so it doesn’t get lost. Try writing it down before bed, then close the notebook. That signals to your brain it doesn’t have to keep running all night. #mentalhealth

Green, yellow, red, brown, Seasons paint our fleeting life, Leaves return to earth. #mondayfeeling #thoughts #poem #poetry #haiku #nature #seasons #fleeting #life #vss365

Instagram story I posted. #straykids

Coachella and Stagecoach are expected to generate a combined $700 million for the local economy. That includes about $100 million for Indio and brings more than 10,000 temporary jobs across the Coachella Valley.

The Online Safety Act is trashing free speech 👁️‍🗨️ Automated filters designed to blot out 'illegal' content will result in over-moderation. This has serious consequences, particularly when combined with the proscription of Palestine Action. Hear from ORG's @sarachitseko.bsky.social and James Baker ⬇️

Yisraël🇮🇱 Taking care of it’s neighbour. Am Yisraël Chai🇮🇱

May 15th is Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Day 🧡 Prader-Willi Syndrome affects around one in 15,000 people and involves the 15q11-13 region of Chromosome 15. Join PWSA UK by registering your details online 👉 www.pwsa.co.uk/register-wit... Read more in the thread below ⬇️

🗣️ “I think you're painting a picture that somehow Ireland is going to return to bungalows on every blade of grass,” - James Geoghegan TD, Fine Gael. 🗣️ “I'm only reading the statement from the Tánaiste,” - Shane Coleman. #TonightVMTV

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[-20% HP) #FinalFantasyXIV #FinalFantasyXIV #Shadowbringers

Actual footage of #petehegseth getting a pep talk from his god mother.

NEW: This report published by Merck was developed by leading clinicians, charities, health economists and patient advocates. The report is free to access here: www.progress.org.uk/.../2026/05/... #ivf #infertility #fertility #FertilitySupport #fertility

D66 en GroenLinks hadden een gezamenlijk uitje vandaag. Was het leuk zuurtjes?

@kathrynhastingsco My favorite little chocolates to serve with tea. They kind of remind me of the little cookies that Alice eats in Wonderland to shrink and to grow. I simply pair my favorite white chocolate with @aseverofficial flower sprinkles. www.instagram.com/reels/DYzxGC...

Everybody is arguing about the face on the bill. Meanwhile people are trying to figure out how to pay the bills. Wrong conversation. The question isn't who's on the currency. The question is what the currency can actually buy. I've been talking about backup plans, community, skills, and preparation

A good night for Manchester United in the Women's Champions League. More reaction to come: gmancsupernews.blogspot.com/search/label...

“The MAGA party is the last breath of the Confederacy,” he told lawmakers. “If y’all could give us less than zero seats, you would do it.” “There will be no more of your party,” he said. “The midterms gonna come, y’all gonna get wiped out,” A #Louisiana […] [Original post on mastodon.online]

Happy New Year from the My Balance team! 🥂✨ May the year ahead be filled with renewed energy, vibrant health, and finding your perfect balance. Let's make this your healthiest chapter yet. Here’s to a fresh start! #HappyNewYear #MyBalance #NewYearNewGoals #WellnessJourney #HealthyLiving

Unite or Die

Gotta be able to change directions at light speed

Rare color footage of Boston #Braves star Babe Ruth being issued a walk vs. the Philadelphia #Phillies at the Baker Bowl in his next-to-last major league game. Nice bat toss! (May 29, 1935) #MLB #Baseball #Legend

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Gotta play it right and fast in a Timer match #ScreenshotSaturday #indiedev #gamedev

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The West Wing S05E02 - The Dogs of War Clip number 0126 #TheWestWing

North Dakota state Sen. Jeff Magrum claims, falsely, that colonoscpies cause cancer. #NorthDakota #politics

Well x.x It seems that this stupid lvl 50 bird thats in a lvl 18 zone, was the unfortunate reasoning of my shamans first death DX It is what it is, but Tiamat damn it, that was so frustrating x.x

SpongeBob SquarePants (Krusty Krab Training Video) - The Krusty Krab Today Network: Nickelodeon Physical Media: SpongeBob SquarePants Sponge for Hire VHS Original Air Date: May 10, 2002 #nostalgia #retro #2000s #nickelodeon #spongebob

💥🇺🇦 Kiev covered in black smoke after cruise missile strikes For daily global news videos, please visit Ranked.News/videos

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Nobody on the field more deserving

I-476 @ MM 14.2 (COUNTY LINE RD) 🕒 7:42 AM - 7:45 AM ET (8x speed) 🌡️ 54°F | Clear 📍: 40.051760,-75.344450

its #junicorn ! and its the return of modern au scene queen orchidee 🦄 [ #furryart #ocart #ocsky ]

NYT details new allegations against Maine Dem. Sen. candidate Graham Platner, with several women describing parts of his behavior as “unsettling.”

Bad Bunny está de residencia en España. En sus primeros conciertos ha llamado la atención un detalle, las banderas de Canarias ondeando entre el público. El artista ha reconocido que extraña nuestras islas y hasta Quevedo le ha hecho un guiño

Welcome to Getting Over It with Sonic the Hedgehog!

I presume it was Tadi who delivered this small snack to Ziva for the family, who are all looking fit and healthy. #MontrealQuebec #PeregrineFalcons