Tristi Rodriguez

Oakland, San Francisco

Digital Content Editor at NBC Sports Bay Area

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Articles

Giannis will remain on Bucks despite trade rumors, per Brian Windhorst

2 weeks ago | nbcsportsbayarea.com | Tristi Rodriguez

With just a few words, ESPN's Brian Windhorst might've shattered the hearts of Dub Nation. After an underachieving 2024-25 NBA season by the Milwaukee Bucks, which resulted in a third consecutive first-round playoff exit, many began to speculate on the future of NBA superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. And of course, the Warriors always are in the mix. Antetokounmpo for years has been tied to several rumors of joining Steph Curry in the Bay, both from reputable reports and delusional fans.
What Christian McCaffrey advised young 49ers heading into 40-day break

2 weeks ago | nbcsportsbayarea.com | Tristi Rodriguez

Christian McCaffrey is more of a lead-by-example type of guy, so when he speaks, everyone listens. That was the case Wednesday as Phase 3 of the 49ers offseason program concluded, McCaffrey had one final departing message to the young players as the team began a 40-day break before the start of training camp.
Former 49ers safety Jimmie Ward arrested on felony assault charge

2 weeks ago | nbcsportsbayarea.com | Tristi Rodriguez

Former 49ers first-round pick Jimmie Ward was arrested Thursday morning in Texas on a felony assault charge, per the Montgomery County Jail website. Ward, who spent his first nine NFL seasons with San Francisco before joining the Houston Texans in 2023, is facing a felony assault family violence charge in Montgomery County after an incident that occurred early Thursday morning in his home in Magnolia, Texas.
George Kittle defends ex-49er Deebo Samuel from social media slander

2 weeks ago | nbcsportsbayarea.com | Tristi Rodriguez

George Kittle has gone from blocking defenders on the football field for former 49ers teammate Deebo Samuel to blocking out his haters on social media. As footage of Samuel at Washington Commanders minicamp this week went viral, mostly for the wrong reasons, Kittle quickly came to the receiver's defense. It’s called group install when players jog thru plays.
NBA rumors: Jimmy Butler joins group in bid to buy Premier League team

2 weeks ago | nbcsportsbayarea.com | Tristi Rodriguez

Jimmy Butler's interests extend beyond the basketball court, as the Warriors star has taken his investment into professional soccer. Butler is part of a group of sport and entertainment executives expected to make an offer of more than $200 million to purchase Eagle Football's 43 percent stake in Premier League soccer club Crystal Palace, The Athletic's Matt Woosnam reported Wednesday, citing sources.
49ers’ Trent Williams vows to prolong NFL career after difficult 2024

2 weeks ago | nbcsportsbayarea.com | Tristi Rodriguez

SANTA CLARA – Trent Williams addressed the media Tuesday, which means he couldn’t avoid answering a question about his NFL future. Even given the 49ers’ lengthy offseason after an underwhelming 2024 season, the star left tackle admitted he didn’t give his future much thought. “I just feel like I do myself and my teammates a disservice if I'm looking toward the end,” Williams said after 49ers minicamp Tuesday. “I'm paid, people count on me to be here now. We got goals and aspirations as a team.
49ers’ Trent Williams vows to prolong NFL career after difficult 2024

2 weeks ago | nbcbayarea.com | Tristi Rodriguez

SANTA CLARA – Trent Williams addressed the media Tuesday, which means he couldn’t avoid answering a question about his NFL future. Even given the 49ers’ lengthy offseason after an underwhelming 2024 season, the star left tackle admitted he didn’t give his future much thought. Watch NBC Bay Area News free wherever you are “I just feel like I do myself and my teammates a disservice if I'm looking toward the end,” Williams said after 49ers minicamp on Tuesday.
How young 49ers players equally inspiring veterans for 2025 NFL season

2 weeks ago | nbcsportsbayarea.com | Tristi Rodriguez

SANTA CLARA – Four years ago, a 21-year-old Deommodore Lenoir was trying to find his way around the 49ers' facility. He often got lost, and it took some time for him to get acclimated to his new home. Now entering his fifth NFL season with San Francisco, Lenoir is impressed with how quickly this year’s rookies – particularly third-round draft pick Upton Stout – have adapted both on and off the field.
How young 49ers players equally inspiring veterans for 2025 NFL season

2 weeks ago | nbcbayarea.com | Tristi Rodriguez

SANTA CLARA – Four years ago, a 21-year-old Deommodore Lenoir was trying to find his way around the 49ers' facility. He often got lost, and it took some time for him to get acclimated to his new home. Now entering his fifth NFL season with San Francisco, Lenoir is impressed with how quickly this year’s rookies – particularly third-round draft pick Upton Stout – have adapted both on and off the field.
Battle-tested Giants enjoying ‘torture baseball’ with another walk-off

2 weeks ago | nbcsportsbayarea.com | Tristi Rodriguez

SAN FRANCISCO – Bob Melvin, without knowing it at the time, manifested what was to come from the Giants in their second game of a three-game set against the Atlanta Braves on Saturday. While speaking with reporters in the dugout at Oracle Park two hours before first pitch, Melvin discussed how the past few games have come down to the wire for the Giants, both positively and negatively. “It feels more dramatic because all of our games seem like they end on the last pitch of the game,” Melvin said.