Klay Thompson was ice cold in his first preseason with the Miami Heat, but the four-time NBA champion isn't fazed by his shooting struggles heading into the 2026-27 regular season.
Speaking after Sunday's practice at Kaseya Center, Thompson maintained that he expects to shoot at his usual level once the games "count," brushing aside concerns about being too far over the hill entering his age-36 campaign.
Heat coach Erik Spoelstra also voiced his confidence in the veteran shooting guard as anticipation builds for Wednesday's season opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Brought in over the offseason to help create ***** e around Heat stars Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo on Miami's revamped roster, Thompson looked out of sorts throughout the preseason, shooting 7-for-26 overall (26.9%) and 3-for-20 from 3-point range (15.0%).
It was a small sample size, as Thompson appeared in four of Miami's five exhibition contests and never played into the second half of any of them as the Heat went 3-2. Still, his shooting blunders went viral on social media, fueling ridicule.

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Odell Beckham Jr. still has it. The New York Giants wide receiver pulled off one of the most electrifying moves in training camp with a catch that looked so familiar to football fans, particularly NY supporters.
During practice, the former LSU Tigers star wide receiver made a move to the end zone and secured a pass with just one hand, grabbing the ball thrown before falling to the ground
Beckham looked hyped after making the catch, as he immediately got up, while letting out what could be a profane scream.
Here is a video of that catch from the former Offensive Rookie of the Year Award winner:
Jan 13, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Football wide receiver Beckham Jr. attends the game between the Miami Heat and the Phoenix Suns at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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The Miami Heat welcomed Giannis Antetokounmpo's newest teammate, Klay Thompson, on Tuesday. Thompson signed a two-year, $11.5 million contract to join the Heat ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. His addition gives Miami a better shot at contending for a championship.
On Tuesday, he was officially introduced to the media, and he spoke about how being in Miami was a dream come true. Before Thompson joined the Heat, he was already linked as a potential buyout candidate. The team viewed him as a key acquisition because of his elite outside shooting, which they needed after landing Antetokounmpo.
During his introductory presser, Thompson was asked about his thoughts on being Antetokounmpo's teammate.
Jul 16, 2026; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (7) is introduced as a new member of the team by Miami Heat president Pat Riley (left) and head coach Erik Spoelstra (right) during a press conference at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
"Giannis is one of the best players of all time," Thompson said.

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NBA star Klay Thompson has always been compared to Hall of Fame star Ray Allen throughout his career. Thompson became known as one of the best catch-and-shoot players. This mirrored one of Allen's best offensive weapons during his playing days. When the former 10-time All-Star was active, he was one of the most lethal catch-and-shoot stars.
The comparisons became stronger when Thompson signed a two-year contract to join the Miami Heat for the 2026-27 season. It was the same move that Allen made in 2012, when he left the Boston Celtics and moved to South Beach.
The organization formally introduced Thompson on Tuesday. He was asked how he felt about being compared to the two-time champion during one of his interviews. According to the five-time All-Star, he has no problem being compared to Allen and said that the former star became his inspiration.
Nov 24, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson (31) takes a three-point shot as Miami Heat forward Keshad Johnson (16) closes in during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images
"Of course I like those comparisons. I love Ray Allen. Are you kidding me?" Thompson said. " Him and Reggie were the blueprint for my whole off ball formula.

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Two Sophie Cunningham fans were asked Sunday to cover shirts supporting the Indiana Fever guard and her stance on transgender athletes participating in women's sports. According to the fans, they were given a choice: comply or leave State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
The incident took another turn when another fan wearing a shirt supporting transgender athletes was reportedly also asked by WNBA security to cover the message.
The league later acknowledged that its security made a mistake, but the explanation did little to settle questions from Cunningham supporters about whether the WNBA is applying its standards consistently.
Kasey Thomason wore an "XX/XY" shirt, while her daughter, Annie Thomason, had "For the Girls" printed on the back of her shirt during the Fever-Atlanta Dream game.
In an interview with YouTuber Adam Francisco, Kasey said the pair were doing nothing more than cheering for Cunningham when they were told to cover their shirts or leave the arena.

#cover #kasey

A mother and daughter from Georgia attending the Indiana Fever's victory over the Atlanta Dream on Sunday, Aug. 17, in Atlanta say they were "made to cover up" their T-shirts by league security staff at the arena.
Video captured inside State Farm Arena and posted on social media shows Kasey Thomason and her daughter Annie covering up their XX-XY shirts with shirts provided by the Dream.
XX-XY Athletics, which bills itself as a brand "here to protect women's sports and ***** es," was founded by former gymnast and former Levi Strauss chief marketing officer Jennifer Sey. XX-XY has also organized rallies around WNBA games this season in "Support of Sophie Cunningham" after the Fever star made comments about transgender athletes participating in women's sports.
In a statement provided to USA TODAY Sports, the WNBA said the fans shouldn't have been made to cover their clothing.
"The WNBA is aware of interactions at last night's game in Atlanta in which fans were asked by league security to cover their shirts," a league spokesperson said. "This should not have happened."

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Hayden Panettiere, who has died at 36, spent most of her life in front of the camera.
The actor appeared in her first commercial at just 11 months old, then was cast in the soap opera One Life to Live when she was 4. As an adult, she became a primetime TV star with Heroes and Nashville.
Panettiere's father, Skip, announced the actor's death in a statement provided to ABC News on Sunday. "It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden. She was an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her — and to the millions who watched her onscreen," his statement said.
The cause of death has not yet been announced. Her publicist, Kasey Kitchen, told NBC News, "There's an investigation ongoing. We should know more tomorrow."
From an animated favorite to horror films and sports movies, Panettiere built a wide-ranging résumé over more than three decades. Here are seven of her most memorable roles.

#statement #live #heroes

Hayden Panettiere died at the age of 36, according to a statement from her father, Skip Panettiere.
A representative for her father told the media on Sunday night, "It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden." Per the actress's publicist, Kasey Kitchen's statement on the circumstances surrounding this tragedy, "There's an investigation ongoing."
Panettiere was found at a Greenville, North Carolina apartment complex. The Greenville Police Department reported that officers and EMS personnel responded to a call about an unresponsive female at approximately 1:51 p.m. on Sunday, August 16. Despite administering medical **** istance, the actress was **** ounced dead. Foul play is not suspected, and no further details have been provided.
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Even though the acclaimed actress was more recently known for her roles in the musical drama series Nashville and the big-screen Scream franchise, she got her big break in the soaps. More specifically, she got her start as Sarah Roberts on One Life to Live.

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The Boston Red Sox have had one of the most remarkable midseason turnarounds in recent memory. After looking like one of teh worst teams in the MLB through the first part of the season, Boston has since gone 24-3 in its last 27 games heading into Wednesday night's matchup with teh Chicago White Sox.
As great as Boston is playing, fans watching from home were treated to another reason to celebrate as it was NESN's third annual Women's Celebration Night.
Play-by-play voice Emma Tiedemann was joined in the booth by color ******* yst Alanna Rizzo, with Kasey Hudson reporting from the field. Nicole Menner hosted studio coverage, with Sophia Jurksztowicz and Jen McCaffrey also contributing.
Per Sportsvideo.org, Wednesday night's broadcast "is part of NESN's broader Women of NESN initiative, which focuses on creating access across the industry, from on-air and production positions to roles on the business side of the network."
Unfortunately, not all Red Sox fans were thrilled with how the broadcast went, including one of the most famous ones in Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - MAY 02: Quillan Salkilld of Australia prepares to face Beneil Dariush of Iran in a lightweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event at RAC Arena on May 02, 2026 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Ed Mulholland/Zuffa LLC)
The UFC has a busy month scheduled for August. The fight promotion is set to hold five events on five Saturday's with only one of those fight cards taking place in Las Vegas. That Vegas show, UFC Vegas 120 takes place on Saturday, August 8 at the Meta Apex. In the main event, top-15 ranked lightweight contenders Mateusz Gamrot and Quillan Salkilld meet in a pivotal 155-pound battle. The UFC recently announced nine official matchups for UFC Vegas 120.
UFC Announces Six Bouts For 2026 Noche UFC Fight Card
Mateusz Gamrot vs. Quillan Salkilld
Ty Miller vs. Billy Ray Goff
Diyar Nurgozhay vs. Bruno Lopes
Diego Ferreira vs. Billy Quarantillo
Louie Sutherland vs. José Luiz
Darren Elkins vs. Yadier del Valle
Steven Asplund vs. Guilherme Pat
Juliana Miller vs. Ravena Oliveira
Amanda Lemos vs. Alexia Thainara
MIAMI, FLORIDA - APRIL 11: Mateusz Gamrot of Poland celebrates after defeating Esteban Ribovics of Argentina, not pictured, via submission in a lightweight bout during UFC 327 at the Kaseya Center on April 11, 2026 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

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Luton Town boss Jack Wilshere hasn’t ruled out a second loan for Man City’s Emilio Lawrence
Wilshere says “there is a chance” of a return but decision ultimately down to Lawrence & Man City
Lawrence impressed for Luton after an initial adjustment period in the second half of last season
Luton Town manager Jack Wilshere has refused to rule out a second loan move for Manchester City youngster Emilio Lawrence, insisting “there is a chance” of the winger returning to Kenilworth Road for another campaign, as per a new report.
Lawrence, 20, arrived at Luton Town on loan from Manchester City in January, part of a duo of temporary additions that Wilshere brought in during his first transfer window as manager, alongside Kasey Palmer – with both players having gone on to leave a positive impression over the second half of the season.

By Emma Farge, Jennifer Rigby and Clement Bonnerot
NAIROBI/LONDON/DAKAR, June 17 (Reuters) - Health workers battling an Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo lack the personnel to identify suspected cases, the ambulances to transport them and even the construction materials to build isolation wards, officials and aid workers ‌told Reuters.
A month after the World Health Organization declared an international emergency, the outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo strain has grown to more than 800 ‌confirmed cases, with warnings mounting that it could become the worst on record — surpassing the 2014-16 West Africa epidemic that killed more than 11,000 people.
Health teams are so stretched that tens of thousands of contacts of those cases remain untraced, Jean Kaseya, director general of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, told Reuters, pointing to insecurity and the urban, mining-heavy setting of the outbreak as central obstacles.
"After four weeks we have an outbreak in an urban area where there is insecurity, where there is this mining and trade activity, and also where we are not reaching all the people who must be in the contact list," he said late on Tuesday.

Tyler Herro makes season debut after ankle surgery, drops 24 points while leading Heat past Mavericks

The Miami Heat are already off to a better start than expected this season, and they got a key piece back on Monday night.
Tyler Herro made his season debut on Monday in their 106-102 win over the Dallas Mavericks at the Kaseya Center. The 25-year-old shooting guard has missed the entire regular season up until this point recovering from ankle surgery he underwent in September.
Herro dropped a team-high 24 points and had seven rebounds in the win. He shot 12-of-18 from the field and hit a