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1 week ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly |Ujjwal Saraswat
It’s been more than a decade since Allen Iverson’s turbulent marriage to Tawanna Turner officially came to an end, but the story still seems far from over. When their divorce was finalized in 2013, it closed a chapter marked by emotional peaks and public controversies.
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1 week ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly |Snehal Dogra
For anyone who’s followed the NBA over the last two decades, Lou Williams’ name rings with a certain respect. Not because he was the loudest in the room, but because he let his game do the talking. The three-time Sixth Man of the Year didn’t just come off the bench — he owned it. Whether it was dropping 20+ points with barely 30 minutes on the floor or hitting clutch shots when it mattered most, Lou carved out a reputation as a cold-blooded scorer.
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1 week ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly |Masaba Naqvi
Laker’s legend, Ron Artest, wasn’t just another NBA name—he was a whirlwind. On both sides of the court, he brought a rare blend of aggression and skill that threw opponents off rhythm and lit up scoreboards. Back in 2004, he put up numbers that turned heads: 18.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 2.1 steals a game. And let’s not forget, that same year, he almost locked down the NBA’s Defensive Player of the Year award.
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1 week ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly |Ujjwal Saraswat
“Chris Bosh was the ultimate leader, teammate, and winner,” Erik Spoelstra once said. That’s not just coach-speak either. Over 13 seasons, Bosh racked up two NBA titles, 11 All-Star nods, and even won the NBA Community Assist and Magic Johnson Awards for his off-court presence. But if there’s one chapter that truly defined him, it’s gotta be his run in Miami. During Miami’s “Big 3” era (2010–14), Bosh anchored spacing, key to two titles. It was the kind of dominance fans still talk about.
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1 week ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly |Ujjwal Saraswat
Love really does come around when you least expect it. Especially for Shaunie Henderson and Keion. After her highly publicized split from Shaquille O’Neal, Shaunie had her guard up. Her memoir, Undefeated, stands as a testament. But surprisingly, Keion might’ve been even more hesitant than her. In fact, just last year, he opened up about those early moments on the TMI Podcast, “She was fine…I wasn’t okay.” That honest confession shows just how much healing he had to do before letting love in again.
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1 week ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly |Ujjwal Saraswat
Michael Jordan’s leap into TV commentary has triggered unexpected backlash. Earlier this month, NBCUniversal announced MJ’s new role as a special contributor for their NBA coverage starting this fall—his first real dive into the sports media world. While a lot of fans were celebrating, the vibe shifted quickly when former Notre Dame QB Brady Quinn popped up with a wild theory that had LeBron James’ name dragged right into the mix.
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1 week ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly |Snehal Dogra
While most pro athletes fade into the background once they hang up their jerseys, not Jalen Rose. The former NBA player didn’t just walk away from the spotlight; he found a brand-new one. From his days playing in packed arenas to now breaking down plays on national TV, Rose has managed to stay not just relevant, but thriving. In 2025, his name isn’t just tied to basketball highlights—it’s tied to a net worth that’s got people talking.
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1 week ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly |Saba Ahmed
“Long story short is the car malfunctioned on him,” Gilbert Arenas recently painted a pretty terrifying picture when he sat down on All the Smoke with Matt Barnes. The former NBA star opened up about a nightmare incident involving his 18-year-old son, Alijah. According to Arenas, the teen was driving his Tesla Cybertruck when things suddenly went wrong. He told Barnes that the “steering wheel went limp,” which sent Alijah hurtling straight toward a tree.
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1 week ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly |Ujjwal Saraswat
Bryce James, LeBron’s youngest, capped his Sierra Canyon career in front of flashing cameras. On Thursday, he strolled across the stage to accept his diploma from Sierra Canyon School in suburban Los Angeles, with cameras flashing and his family watching proudly. A milestone, no doubt, but as it turns out, that wasn’t the only headline involving Bryce this week. Earlier in the week, Bryce also made headlines at prom.
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1 week ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly |Shreya Singh
Here’s something no one saw coming—Michael Jordan teaming up with NBC. The announcement alone had people talking, but it was Charles Barkley’s reaction that truly echoed the surprise across the sports world. “I have no idea what Michael is going to do,” Barkley admitted on Barstool Sports’ Spittin’ Chiclets podcast. “I don’t think he’s going to do a lot, I know he’s not going to do a lot, I was 100 percent shocked, but I don’t think he’s going to do a lot.
