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A clip from the Thunder's 119-110 victory on February 9 showed Dort hounding James, who still posted 22 points, six rebounds, and 10 assists. Some pointed out LeBron rarely draws fouls from overly physical players like Dort, while others reminded everyone of his prime dominance over defenders such as Ron Artest, Kawhi Leonard, and Andre Iguodala—citing his career averages of 24.6 points in 12 games against Dort. Postgame, James acknowledged OKC's championship caliber, highlighting his marathon career that mixes GOAT praise with nitpicks about Year 23.

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In a gritty possession during OKC's win over the Lakers, Lu Dort bodied up LeBron James without a whistle, leaving fans divided on whether age has dulled his edge against physical defenders.

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The University of Toronto political science doctoral candidate had arrived in Pakistan last week for fieldwork on human rights, political economy, and democracy in Muslim-majority societies. He met with academics, lawyers, and activists before booking a cab from his Lahore residence between 1 a.m. and 2 a.m. on February 19 and not returning, prompting a police investigation into possible kidnapping. Human rights groups urged immediate action, while some activists alleged involvement by intelligence agencies due to his sensitive research; others pointed to his past online posts questioning a Baloch militant attack. Associates alerted Canadian officials and planned legal steps as the search continues.

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Hamza Ahmad Khan stepped into a cab in the early hours of February 19 and vanished, leaving friends, colleagues, and human rights advocates desperate for answers.

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The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced its Class of 2026 finalists Wednesday, featuring NBA stars like Blake Griffin and Amar'e Stoudemire, WNBA greats Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne, and coaches such as Doc Rivers and Kelvin Sampson. The group also includes the undefeated 1996 U.S. Olympic women's team, referees like Joey Crawford, and contributors like Mike D'Antoni. Vetted by screening committees, these 21 names now await the Honors Committee's vote, with the final class revealed April 4 on ESPN2 during Final Four weekend and enshrinement in August in Springfield.

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Blake Griffin's poster dunks and Candace Parker's three championships headline a stacked list of 21 finalists dreaming of Hall immortality.

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The trio released 'Collard Greens,' building on the 2024 original that gained over a million YouTube views, with Ab-Soul's November 2023 verse adding TDE flair and lines like his 'BOAT in the moat' bar. Fans celebrated the chemistry, joking about Cole's quick return from 'retirement' teases after his February 6 album The Fall-Off, and comparing the rappers to the Miami Heat's Big Three. While some note the familiar verses, the buzz calls for a streaming drop amid Cole's tour plans.

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Ab-Soul drops a fresh verse over J. Cole and Daylyt's soulful beat, turning a YouTube loosie into an Instagram-exclusive lyrical showcase.

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Nigerian footballer Victor Boniface posted 'Thank me later' linking to Kendrick Lamar's 'good kid, m.A.A.d city' album. The post prompted widespread reactions praising the recommendation and the album's quality.

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According to Evan Miyakawa's advanced Bayesian Performance Rating at EvanMiya.com, Nebraska guard Sam Hoiberg leads low-scoring players who log heavy minutes, boasting a 7.97 BPR thanks to elite defense over 31.7 minutes per game. Gonzaga's Mario Saint-Supery and Jalen Warley follow close behind, with others like St. John's Dylan Darling and Georgia's Somto Cyril rounding out the top ranks. As conference tournaments begin, these glue guys—son of Cornhuskers coach Fred Hoiberg included—could prove vital for deep March Madness runs, proving impact goes beyond points.

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Sam Hoiberg may not light up the scoreboard, but his steady defense and hustle have earned him the top spot among college hoops' unsung heroes.

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Before facing Auburn, Kentucky men's basketball coach Mark Pope told a group of University of Kentucky journalism students to avoid manufactured headlines and focus on truthful storytelling. A 1996 national championship captain who returned as head coach in April 2024, he warned that clicks can be cheap or earned through greatness, emphasizing storytellers' immense responsibility. The clip drew praise from sports media figures like Jeff Goodman and ESPN's Jeff Darlington, who called it spot-on for the click-driven industry. Lee K. Howard, who brought his students, said Pope gives the most thoughtful answers he's covered.

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In a packed Rupp Arena presser, UK coach Mark Pope locked eyes with journalism students and delivered advice straight from the heart of media's toughest challenges.

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The fun started February 10 when USC Athletics highlighted astronaut Taylor Wang, the first person of Chinese descent in space, shading Purdue's Neil Armstrong. Purdue countered masterfully, pairing Hall of Fame QB Drew Brees with agronomy alum Orville Redenbacher, while USC reloaded with George Lucas, Will Ferrell, Shonda Rhimes, and more. Fans and schools like Auburn and Utah State joined the '1 of 1 schools' graphics trend, turning it into wholesome chaos celebrated by the Big Ten Conference.

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USC boasted their astronaut and Super Bowl QB, tagging Purdue with 'Your move.' Purdue fired back with Drew Brees and popcorn king Orville Redenbacher, complete with a cheeky 'We’ll bring the popcorn' nod to Hollywood.

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The 22-minute film, produced by Stone Music Entertainment, stars Yunho as Giseok, the hot-tempered vocalist of band Orange Taxi Club facing tensions and betrayal, with its full version premiering online November 19 with English and Japanese subtitles after a summer theatrical run in South Korea. In the 10:14 a.m. KST chat, Yunho greeted ATINYs, expressed delight that they could now watch, thanked them for support, and joked about preferring his fancams to Giseok. Fans have rallied with watch parties, praising his acting debut amid his busy ATEEZ schedule, as views surpass 66,000 and a signed poster giveaway boosts engagement.

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ATEEZ's Yunho lit up a Fromm chat with fans Thursday, joyfully marking the global YouTube debut of his short film 'Back! Stage' while playfully insisting they love the real him over his fiery character.

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