NBA All Star 2026 Dunk Contest: Participants, Judges & More Details
With All-Star weekend in a few days, here's everything you need to know about the 2026 Dunk Contest, right here on Essentially Sports.
Youngest UFC Champ Reportedly Signs Contract for First Title Defense at Miami
Against Favored Opponent
The youngest UFC champion has reportedly signed for a first title defense in Miami, setting up clash against a surprise challenger.
Seahawks Officially Make $47.7M Contract Decisions on Sam Darnold, Cooper Kupp &
More After Super Bowl LX
Seahawks set to make $47.7m contract decision involving Sam Darnold and Copper Kupp ahead of the 2026-27 NFL season.
“Shut Him the H*ll Up”: NFL Legend Puts an End to Charles Barkley’s
Controversial Auburn Debate
Charles Barkley's age-old Auburn claims comes to an end as NFL legend clearly states his stance on The Big Podcast with Shaq.
Geno Auriemma Pinpoints Concerning Trend Seen By UConn During 9-Year NCAA
Struggle
Discover Coach Geno Auriemma's insights on UConn's troubling trends during a challenging 9-year NCAA period.
Prayer Pours In From Terrell Owens as NBA Legend Chris Paul Announces Retirement
After 21 Years
NFL Hall of Famer Terrell Owens joins all other sports personalities over the retirement of NBA's legendary point guard, Chris Paul.
PGA Tour Pro Breaks Silence After Being Accused of Making ‘Illegal’ Move at
Pebble Beach
Golf pro responds after fans question his putting technique at the 2026 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, sparking fresh debate over anchoring rule.
Hunter Campbell Alerted as Arman Tsarukyan Eyes Champion From UFC Roster as Next
Opponent
Here take a look at how Arman Tsarukyan and a champion from UFC roster involves Hunter Campbell amid fight agreement.
Veteran Olympic Commentator Breaks Down What Went Wrong for Ilia Malinin: “He
Was Uncertain”
Veteran commentator explains Ilia Malinin’s mistakes, saying uncertainty and Olympic pressure led to shocking free skate collapse.
Klay Thompson, Paige Bueckers Escape Epstein Files Probe Crossfire
Klay Thompson and Paige Buecker's agent Casey Wasserman takes the decision to sell his firm after being mentioned in the Epstein files.
DJ Lagway Calls Florida Career Under Billy Napier ‘Frustrating’ Over Certain
Things
DJ Lagway looks back at his time in Florida remembers the chain of events that led to his bad performance in the 2025 season.
Pacers’ Pascal Siakam Dishes on ‘Basketball Without Borders,’ All-Star Nod and
Tyrese Haliburton Injury (Exclusive)
In an exclusive chat with EssentiallySports, Indiana Pacers All-Star forward Pascal Siakam talks about his off-court ventures and more.
“(Caitlin Clark) Low-Key Punking Our Team”: Marina Mabrey Reveals What Fueled
Her Severely Miscalculated WNBA Incident
Learn what Marina Mabrey revealed about her shoving incident with Caitlin Clark in a game during the 2025 WNBA season.
Legendary UFC Champion Blames Governor Gavin Newsom After Leaving Home State
The former light heavyweight champion opens up about leaving California and shares strong views on Gavin Newsom.
Nick Castellanos’ MLB Limbo Ends as $1.95B Team Sparks Fan Outrage After
Phillies Clubhouse Rift
Explore the fallout as Nick Castellanos' MLB saga ends with a $1.95B team stirring fan outrage after a Phillies clubhouse rift.
Mike McCarthy Urged to Bring Back Steelers Veteran for Aaron Rodgers as Insider
Predicts QB’s Return
Mike McCarthy faces calls to re-sign a Steelers veteran as insiders hint Aaron Rodgers is trending toward a return.
Ilia Topuria Left With One Option After Islam Makhachev’s Manager Drops Huge
Hint on Next Fight
Ali Abdelaziz backs Justin Gaethje’s title shot while casting doubt on Ilia Topuria and confirming Islam Makhachev’s welterweight plans.
Steelers Warned Against Risky QB Trade as Aaron Rodgers Future in Pittsburgh
Inches Towards Resolution
The Steelers face pressure to avoid a risky quarterback trade as Aaron Rodgers’ future in Pittsburgh nears a decisive outcome.
U.S. Women’s Hockey Coach Takes Aim at Officiating Despite Dominant Win Over
Italy: “Break the Rules”
After a dominant Olympic win, Abbey Murphy sparks tension while John Wroblewski questions officiating standards in a heated response.
Charley Hull’s Unfiltered Confession After Banking $750,000 With 9th Career Win
Speaks Volumes
Charley Hull gives a honest statement on where she will use her latest paycheck after an incredible comeback win in Riyadh.
Coco Gauff Faces Early Threat as Jelena Ostapenko and Jasmine Paolini Lurk in
Dubai
Coco Gauff faces early challenges in Dubai as Jelena Ostapenko and Jasmine Paolini loom, threatening her WTA 1000 campaign!
Peyton Manning Catches Strays From Tom Brady as FOX Announcer Accepts Eli
Manning’s Public Challenge
Tom Brady's rivalry with Peyton Manning takes a new turn with the latest exchange between the legendary quarterbacks.
PGA Tour Champ Overwhelmed as Taylor Swift Rumors Lead to Massive Turnout at
Pebble Beach
Keith Mitchell admits he’s feeling the juice as Taylor Swift rumors lead to a record-breaking fan turnout at Pebble Beach.
UFC Houston: Undefeated Fighter Gets Second Chance After Brain Surgery
UFC Houston features an inspiring return as an undefeated prospect earns a second chance inside the Octagon following brain surgery.
Nick Castellanos’ Wasn’t Really the Clubhouse Cancer the Phillies Are Making Him
to Be
While Nick Castellanos is projected as the bad teammate upon release, evidence proves completely contrasting theory.
