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When he's not busy investing in meme stocks like GameStop and AMC Entertainment Holdings, Barstool Sportsbook founder Dave Portnoy is making sports bets on championships that have won millions of dollars in 2024. The Barstool Sportsbook founder’s NHL and NBA championship picks are still alive...

In the 2022-2023 National Basketball Association (NBA) offseason, one of the key storylines was whether or not star LeBron James would retire from the league. For the 2023-2024 NBA offseason, James will again be a key storyline as he potentially enters free agency and could team up with his son...

Former President Barack Obama expressed his condolences over the passing of NBA Hall of Famer Bill Walton, praising him as a champion and a wonderful spirit. What Happened: On Monday, Obama took to X, formerly Twitter, to pay tribute to Walton, who reportedly died at the age of 71 after a battle...

The high pay of athletes has been a hot topic in recent years, including the start of the 2024 WNBA season with rookie and number-one overall pick Caitlin Clark's starting salary compared to NBA players. To make matters worse, 14 of the 15 highest-paid NBA players are not on the final four teams...

A sports bettor is "nervous as hell" and watching the NBA Playoffs with a close eye on a potential life-changing parlay made, showing the power of the sports betting sector. What Happened: The NBA Playoffs are in full swing. Teams are playing in the second round and trying to advance to the NBA...

The Walt Disney Co (NYSE:DIS) is making significant changes to its streaming services and Marvel content strategy, with CEO Bob Iger expressing confidence in securing long-term NBA rights. What Happened: The Walt Disney Company is making major moves to enhance its streaming offerings and superhero...

The highly anticipated media rights for National Basketball Association (NBA) live games are up for grabs. What Happened: For years, Warner Bros. Discovery (NASDAQ:WBD) and The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) have had the media rights for NBA content for their TNT and ESPN units respectively. After...

Leading ecommerce company Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:AMZN) is set to report first-quarter financial results after market close Tuesday. Here’s an overview of analyst earnings estimates, their insights, and key factors to watch. Earnings Estimates: Analysts expect Amazon to report first-quarter...

The 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs will determine which team wins the championship for this season among the National Hockey League (NHL) teams. One of the key storylines for the NHL Playoffs remains a long-running drought for Canadian teams. What Happened: Hockey is well-known as one of the most loved...

Los Angeles Lakers co-owner Johnny Buss is launching an Independent presidential campaign for the 2024 election. The announcement comes as voters are looking for more options, following rumors of another NBA team owner considering a White House bid. What Happened: Buss officially announced his...

An investigation into the sports betting activity of Jontay Porter led to his becoming the first NBA player given a lifetime ban for gambling activities in over 70 years. He is also one of the few people to get a lifetime ban from the league by current commissioner Adam Silver. What Happened: The...

College basketball phenomenon Caitlin Clark‘s arrival in the WNBA has sparked a national conversation, not about her game, but about her pay.  What Happened: Drafted first overall by the Indiana Fever, Clark will earn a base salary of $76,535 — a stark contrast to the millions commanded by...

Kendrick Perkins, ESPN analyst and former NBA champion, joined Benzinga's “PreMarket Prep” show this week to discuss NIL investment opportunities for college athletes. NIL, or Name Image and Likeness, is an avenue for college athletes to get paid through endorsements and brand deals...

In recent years, several NBA players have transcended their on-court prowess to become savvy investors, particularly in technology startups, franchises, and health and wellness companies. These moves diversify their income streams and set them up for long-term financial success. Shaquille O’...

Media giant The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) welcomed back CEO Bob Iger to lead the company in November 2022, parting ways with then CEO Bob Chapek. Speaking publicly about Disney for the first time since leaving the company, Chapek was critical of Iger's plan for the ESPN segment. What Happened...