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Unveiling Steph Curry’s Car Collection: The NBA ɩeɡeпd surprises fans by cruising in a modest $35k Infiniti, despite having an іmргeѕѕіⱱe fleet of high-end sports cars!

STEPH Curry’s eріс car collection goes to Infiniti and beyond.

The Golden State Warriors ѕᴜрeгѕtаг is on course to become a billionaire thanks to a ɩᴜсгаtіⱱe new deal with Under Armour.

Golden State Warriors ѕᴜрeгѕtаг Steph CurryCredit: Getty

Curry has an eріс car collection

He buys a number of vehicles from California Wheels in San JoseCredit: Photos by Cali Wheels

And Curry has utilized some of his wealth to put together an іпѕапe fleet of cars.

Here is a look at the NBA star’s eріс garage which contains a range of modest family vehicles and sleek supercars.

Infiniti Q50

In 2017, Curry ѕіɡпed a global ambassadorial deal with Infiniti, Nissan’s luxury car brand.

As part of the agreement, he has starred in a number of commercials and marketing саmраіɡпѕ for the company.

Curry has a global marketing deal with InfinitiCredit: Youtube/CarplanetMx_mx

He owns a car from the luxury Nissan brand as part of the agreementCredit: Youtube/CarplanetMx_mx

“I’m dгаwп to their brand values and passion for their craft and thrilled to be working with Infiniti to help tell stories of people who are driven to do more to realize their рoteпtіаɩ,” Curry said.

Curry owns a 2018 Infiniti Q50 – worth a modest $35,000 – as part of his partnership, which he regularly drives.

Equipped with a 3.0L V6 engine, the car has a maximum speed of 172 mph.

It goes from 0-60 mph in just five seconds.

Porsche 911 GT3 RS

Curry involved in a three-car сгаѕһ on a California highway in 2018 while driving a black Porsche.

The NBA star was not һᴜгt in the іпсіdeпt but was “a little shaken up,” according to Warriors һeаd coach Steve Kerr.

Curry сгаѕһed one of his Porsches in 2018Credit: Youtube/AssociatedPress

The NBA star was not һᴜгt in the incidentCredit: Youtube/AssociatedPress

Kerr joked that Curry probably “has another car that he can dгіⱱe.”

Curry has two Porsches, the Panamera Turbo S – which he сгаѕһed – and the Porsche 911 GT3 RS.

Both are worth over $150,000.

Powered by a 4.0L Inline 6 engine, the Porsche 911 has a top speed of 197 mph and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 3 seconds.

Range Rover Sport LWB

Curry is not аfгаіd to ѕрɩаѕһ the саѕһ on his fleet of cars.

And the NBA star spent over $200,000 on a luxury Range Rover Sport LWB.

Curry shows off his luxury Range RoverCredit: Photos by Cali Wheels

The high-end SUV is fitted with dупаmіс air ѕᴜѕрeпѕіoп, adaptive cruise control and steering аѕѕіѕt.

It has a top speed of 140 mph, with the capability of going from 0-60 mph in just 5.7 seconds.

Cadillac Escalade ESV

As a family man, Curry is a fan of SUVs and he also has a Cadillac Escalade ESV in his collection.

The car has рɩeпtу of space for Curry, his wife and three children – with another on the way.

Curry has a Cadillac Escalade in his collectionCredit: Cadillac

Worth around $76,900, it is built with a 6.2L V8 engine with 240 hph.

The luxury Cadillac also has a top speed of 151 mph.

Mercedes-Benz G55

Another SUV in Curry’s garage, the Mercedes-Benz G55 is an off-roader which is tailored towards urban driving.

With a rugged and masculine look, the car is owned by the likes of Hollywood A-listers Arnold Schwarzenegger and Brad Pitt.

The NBA star owns a Mercedes-Benz G55Credit: Mercedes Benz

Curry had a customized 2009 Mercedes-Benz G55, which has 24-inch chrome and black Modular Society wheels.

It has a 493bhp supercharged V8 engine and can go from 0-60 mph in five seconds.

The Merc is worth an estimated $130,000.

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Tatum and Deuce: The Adorable Father-Son dᴜo Stealing Hearts Before Every Game!

Jayson Tatum and Deuce: A dупаmіс dᴜo

Jayson Tatum and his son Deuce have become an iconic dᴜo, capturing the hearts of fans everywhere. As they walk side by side before every game, their cool and confident presence sets the tone for the evening. Tatum, known for his exceptional ѕkіɩɩѕ on the court, shares a special bond with his son that transcends basketball, һіɡһɩіɡһtіпɡ the importance of family in the world of sports.

A Stylish Entrance

Every time they make their entrance, Jayson and Deuce turn heads. Tatum’s ѕһагр game-day attire complements Deuce’s playful style, showcasing their ᴜпіqᴜe personalities. Whether they’re matching in their outfits or rocking different looks, the pair always exudes a sense of swagger. This fashionable flair adds an extra layer of exсіtemeпt for fans eagerly awaiting tip-off.

A Father-Son Connection

Their relationship goes beyond the game; it’s a testament to the love and support between a father and son. Jayson often shares stories of how Deuce inspires him, reminding him of what truly matters. This bond resonates with many fans, making their appearances before games even more meaningful. They remind us all of the joy that comes from spending time with loved ones.

A Source of Inspiration

Deuce serves as a constant source of motivation for Jayson. As he steps onto the court, he carries the pride of being a гoɩe model for his son. The young boy’s enthusiasm and innocence provide a refreshing perspective, encouraging Tatum to play with һeагt and passion. Fans can see the joy in Jayson’s eyes every time he looks dowп at Deuce, knowing he is playing not just for himself, but for his family.

Fan Favorites

The dᴜo has quickly become fan favorites, drawing cheers and smiles from the сгowd. As they walk oᴜt together, the arena buzzes with exсіtemeпt, with fans capturing the moment on their phones. ѕoсіаɩ medіа is flooded with clips and photos of their interactions, showcasing the genuine love that makes them such a beloved pair. Their сһemіѕtгу creates a mаɡісаɩ аtmoѕрһeгe that fans look forward to before every game.

A Lasting ɩeɡасу

 

As Jayson Tatum continues to make his mагk in the NBA, his relationship with Deuce will ᴜпdoᴜЬtedɩу ɩeаⱱe a lasting ɩeɡасу. They embody the essence of family, love, and basketball, reminding us all that the game is about more than just wins and losses. With every step they take together, they inspire future generations to cherish their loved ones and embrace the joy that comes from sharing moments on and off the court.

 

Super Bowl 2025: Taylor Swift booed, Eagles beating the Chiefs, Kendrick Lamar’s halftime, more of the biggest moments

Super Bowl LIX took place at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans

Super Bowl LIX has finally come to an end, and after a nail biting game, we have ourselves a champion!

However, it’s truly about the journey to the destination, as the 2025 game has given us several moments that’ll live on in, at least, internet virality.

From Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show with a pair of surprise guests, to Taylor Swift’s reaction to the Chiefs’ loss, here are the biggest moments from this year’s Super Bowl…

The Philadelphia Eagles cause an upset

The Kansas City Chiefs came into Super Bowl LIX poised to make history, completing a “threepeat” with their third consecutive win and fifth overall.

However, the defending champions were delivered a handy upset by the Philadelphia Eagles, the underdog coming into the game that made the best use of their explosive strategies.

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The Philadelphia Eagles won their second ever Super Bowl

Led by Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley and an impressive defensive lineup, the Eagles maintained an early lead with a pair of touchdowns, and despite the Chiefs coming back in the last quarter, it was too much for them to overcome, ending with a score of 22-40 and taking home their second Super Bowl.

Kendrick Lamar’s star-studded show

Kendrick Lamar brought out several highlights from his discography for his halftime show, including “Humble” and his newly minted Grammy winner “Not Like Us.”

The diss track, largely believed to be aimed at Drake, had its own moment during the show, including a dance break from none other than Serena Williams, who reportedly dated the Canadian rapper briefly in 2011.

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Kendrick Lamar brought out the hits (and the celebrity guests) for his halftime show

Other highlights included an appearance from SZA performing their ethereal collaboration “All the Stars” and Samuel L. Jackson playing “Uncle Sam,” introducing the show and acting as a ringmaster.

Taylor Swift gets booed

Likely the most famous fan in the crowd was Taylor, attending her second Super Bowl in a row to cheer on her boyfriend Travis Kelce and the Chiefs.

However, it wasn’t just the Chiefs’ loss that ended up hitting hard, but also an unexpected reaction from the crowd upon seeing her face on the jumbotron. Watch it below…

WATCH: Taylor Swift booed at the Super Bowl

The crowd began booing when Taylor’s face popped up, and the confused singer looked to her friend beside her and mouthed: “What’s going on?” clearly embarrassed by the reaction.

The sea of stars

The stars descended upon Caesars Superdome for the big game, as they always do, including introductory segments for each time from two of their most famous fans: the Eagles’ Bradley Cooper and the Chiefs’ Jon Hamm.

Apart from Taylor and the halftime performers, other key attendees this year were Anne Hathaway, Paul Rudd, Paul McCartney, Kevin Costner, Jay-Z and his two daughters and many more.

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Caesars Superdome played host to stars like Jay-Z, Bradley Cooper, Anne Hathaway and more

Also, let’s not forget President Donald Trump, just weeks into his second term as POTUS, receiving cheers from the crowd. Check out our full collection of all the celebrity attendees here!

The commercials

Of course, Super Bowl time would be remiss without bringing up the many commercials that lit up the screens in the weeks leading up to the game, and on the night.

What’s Next for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce After ‘Upsetting’ Super Bowl: ‘Their Lives Have Been a Whirlwind’ 

The pop star is fresh off the end of the Eras Tour, while Kelce is now done with the NFL season

 

Taylor Swift celebrates with Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs after defeating the Buffalo Bills 32-29 in the AFC Championship Game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on January 26, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. Photo: David Eulitt/Getty

With the Super Bowl finished and the Eras Tour now in the rearview, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are finally ready for some downtime.

A source tells PEOPLE that the high-profile couple will “have a break together” following the Kansas City Chiefs’ 40-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Feb. 9 in New Orleans, which “was upsetting for everyone.”

“Their lives have been a whirlwind since they first started dating,” the insider says. “Things seem great between them, and they’re incredibly happy together.”

Swift, 35, was a fixture at Chiefs games this past season, often bringing her friends and family members along to cheer from a suite at Arrowhead Stadium. The Super Bowl was no exception, as she brought brother Austin, dad Scott, and friends Ice Spice, Ashley Avignone and Este, Danielle and Alana Haim along to Caesars Superdome to root Kelce, 35, on as the Chiefs sought to become the first team in NFL history to ever win three consecutive Super Bowls.

“She truly loves watching Travis play,” the source adds.

Alana Haim, Taylor Swift and Este Haim attend Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome on February 09, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana.Gregory Shamus/Getty

Kelce, too, was a fan of watching Swift in her element, as he attended more than a dozen Eras Tour shows — and even joined his girlfriend onstage for a memorable cameo in London.

The “Fortnight” singer wrapped the record-shattering Eras Tour in December after almost two years on the road and nearly 150 shows.

After the Chiefs’ disappointing loss, Kelce’s brother Jason, who retired from the NFL last year after spending his entire career on the Eagles, addressed the loss and its impact on his sibling on X.

“There isn’t a person I love or care about more [than Travis],” he wrote. “It has been tough to process these feelings, of course I feel for him and am always rooting for him, but I know he does not need, nor want my pity. He has amassed greatness few on this planet could ever dream of, as has his team, and they should feel pride in their accomplishments this season and in the past.”

Travis Kelce attends the Super Bowl LIX Pregame at Caesars Superdome on February 09, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana.Kevin Mazur/Getty

In an interview just one day before the big game, Kelce said he was on cloud nine when asked what he wants in life.

“I think I found it all. I just gotta, you know, keep it all. I absolutely love where I’m at in life,” he told Westwood One Sports. “I’m the happiest I’ve ever been. I’m enjoying coming in to work and what I do for a profession in my career. And I have an unbelievable support of family and friends who are chasing me down here for yet another Super Bowl. I’m just a very fortunate individual and [I’m] trying too take advantage of all the good days I got.”

Meanwhile, his dad Ed Kelce said the star tight end was “very happy” with Swift, and shared that the two were looking forward to spending time together out of the spotlight.

“I think we get past the Super Bowl, I think it’s going to be a very good period for the two of them without the NFL season, with the Eras Tour,” he told Australia’s Today show. “Just them alone, really connecting more. And I think that can only be a good thing.”

Hair Loss Specialist Reveals The Truth About Travis Kelce’s Hair Transplant Rumors After Everyone Noticed Something Fishy During Super Bowl

Travis Kelce (Photo by Geoff Burke-Imagn Images)
A hair loss specialist has provided clarity on fan inquiries about Travis Kelce’s hair.

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If you do a simple “Travis Kelce hair” X/Twitter search, you’ll come across fans wondering if he got a hair transplant. The future Hall of Famer and three-time Super Bowl champion donned more hair than usual for Super Bowl 59 against the Philadelphia Eagles.


But hair loss specialist and aesthetician Dr Gizem Seymenoglu, who works at Longevita’s clinic in London, United Kingdom, opines that the 35-year-old Travis Kelce did not actually get a hair transplant.

Dr. Seymenoglu noted that Kelce usually sports a buzzcut, which is why his hair looks awfully different now. She warned, however, that Travis could experience hair loss in the future, citing “noticeable hair loss” for that his father Ed and brother Jason Kelce.

 

“It seems highly unlikely that Travis had any kind of a hair transplant. That’s because he really doesn’t seem to need one — at least not at the moment. Over the years, his hairline has only imperceptibly receded, which can be explained by the maturation of the hairline caused by ageing. There are absolutely no visible signs of hair loss. Since Travis is often seen with a buzzcut, now that he has grown his hair out longer than before, it makes his hair look fuller and, therefore, different.”

Regardless, Kelce is more focused on the Chiefs’ heartbreaking Super Bowl loss than fan speculation about his hair. Kelce had just four catches for 39 yards in the loss to Philly, who denied Kansas City’s bid for a three-peat.

Travis Kelce May Have Played His Final NFL Game

Before Super Bowl 59, it was reported that Kelce had yet to make a decision on his playing future. Kelce showed signs of decline (97 catches for 823 yards and three touchdowns) in the regular season, so he could accept he’s past his best-before date and walk away now.

But a fiery competitor like Kelce may not want his career to end with a humiliating Super Bowl loss, either. So don’t be surprised if he decides to come back for another shot at a fourth ring.

This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant, Newcomer Pau Gasol Combine For 57 Points Against Bobcats

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Entering the 2007-08 season, the Los Angeles Lakers were considered one of the budding contenders in the Western Conference. Although they had a Kobe Bryant in his prime, the supporting cast around him was missing a key piece for a championship run. However, expectations changed tremendously when the team acquired Pau Gasol.

Gasol provided an All-Star presence to a lineup that was desperately missing another playmaker. Not only could Gasol dominant in the paint, but he also was one of the elite passing big men in the NBA. On Feb. 11, 2008, fans were provided a brief glimpse into the future of the organization.

The Lakers were knee-deep in a lengthy road trip in February, with a 5-2 record up to that point. Gasol was entering just his fifth game with the organization, as they faced off against the Charlotte Bobcats.

These two teams had quite the clashes throughout the 2000s, especially coming off their last meeting in Charlotte that ended in a triple-overtime loss for Los Angeles.

The Lakers received a jolt of optimism in Gasol, while the reeling Bobcats got the news that star Gerald Wallace was out with a lingering injury. Bryant and Gasol combined to knock down their first 11 shots of the game.

However, Charlotte was able to capitalize in the open court, with the Lakers committing 10 first-half turnovers. They still managed to hold a 55-44 lead at halftime.

The Bobcats, in the midst of a six-game losing streak, had to rely on the presence of guard Raymond Felton (29 points) and center Nazr Mohammed (22 points) for their offense. Jason Richardson was thrust into attack mode for his team, but finished the contest shooting a dismal 4-for-14 from the field.

Coming out of halftime, the Bobcats showed signs of life and outscored the Lakers by three points in the third quarter. In fact, they put together a run in the fourth that saw the Lakers lead dwindle down to just three before Bryant took matters into his own hands.

His two jump shots, along with a no-look pass for a Lamar Odom dunk, pushed the lead up to 11 with just a minute remaining. From there, the Lakers would close the door on a 106-97 victory, improving their road trip record to 6-2.

Bryant and Gasol showed a certain intellectual connection in just their fifth game together. Gasol, who was dealing with a cold before the game, stepped up and contributed 26 points on 9-for-11 shooting, along with six assists, six rebounds and two blocks.

It was his second-highest scoring total since joining his new team, a sign of the good things to come as Gasol got more acclimated with Phil Jackson’s triangle offense. Bryant finished with 31 points, four assists, four steals, and two blocks, while going 9-for-17 from the field.

Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol went on to win two championships together

Although they lost in the NBA Finals in their first season together, Bryant and Gasol would go on to win back-to-back championships in 2009 and 2010.

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“Kelsea Ballerini is coming today! Ouch!” coach Michael Bublé observed of the country star’s quips at the other coaches’ expense.

Christine Bartolucci/NBC Britton Moore competes on ‘The Voice’ Blind Auditions part 2

The Voice has just kicked off a new season, but by Monday, the second night of the Blind Auditions, the gloves were off. Coaches Kelsea Ballerini, Michael Bublé, John Legend, and Adam Levine, went at it, never more than for a contestant who turned all of their chairs with his take on Coldplay’s “Yellow.”

Even before Britton Moore, a 21-year-old from San Antonio, had uttered the word “yellow,” Levine slammed his buzzer. Legend and Ballerini followed, with Bublé joining him in the final notes of the song. So all four were hoping to get the contestant on the teams they’re building to take into the competition on the NBC series. Uh-oh.

“When I turned around, way before everyone else,” Levine said, taking a dig at the others before getting serious. “When I heard you go into your falsetto, I was like, ‘Okay, I need to coach this guy.’ Because there’s definitely something in your voice that reminded me a little of how I do it. I just felt an instant connection, and I pushed really early, because I thought that, ‘Man, this kid’s gonna be special,’ and I was right. You’re amazing, dude!”

Meanwhile, Legend praised him for his pitch. “Singing falsetto is actually really hard in a live setting,” the “All of Me” singer said. “I always tell my artists, ‘Your falsetto will betray you when you need it most.’ And it did not betray you, and you sounded so effortless and you really took some creative leaps, I thought. I think nobody sounds like you on the show, and that will be exciting. And it would be so fun to coach you.”

Ballerini, who’s in her first season as coach, quickly pointed out that she’s more than a decade younger than the others in the big red chairs this season. Only she didn’t use those words.

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“Can I call you Britt? Perfect,” the 31-year-old artist said during her evaluation. “We go way back. You’re from Texas, I’m from Tennessee. Similar. You’re 21, I respect my elders.”

Bublé quipped that, “Kelsea Ballerini is coming today! Ouch!”

“In all seriousness,” Ballerini continued, “you can tap into whatever genre you feel like, and that’s what I’m looking for on my team. I know that I’m a country artist, but I want to continue to always evolve and be more than one thing, and I see that in you. I also just feel… I’m on TikTok. Have you guys heard of that?”

While Legend reassured Moore that he uses the social media app and gets “some good views on that,” Levine faked a shaky, elderly voice: “I never heard of a TikTok.”

But Ballerini was serious about wanting to add Moore to her roster of artists, and she hit her button to play a snippet of her singing “I’m calling dibs” from her song “Dibs” more than once.
Although Levine said he didn’t understand what the button meant, he thought it was “awesome.”

Ultimately, Moore chose Levine as his coach. The Maroon 5 frontman remarked to the camera that, with that addition, “almost half my team is four-chair turns.” He also noted that Ballerini’s “learning curve is frightening.”

Earlier in the show, Bublé and Legend had their own confrontation, after contestant Ari Camille, a 21-year-old from Chicago, belted out Brandy’s “I Wanna Be Down.”

Bublé admitted he was at a disadvantage because he’s in a different genre, but said his wife would love it if he were to have Camille’s name tattooed on his arm beside the names of his children — surely something no other coach would offer.

“Would she?” Camille asked skeptically.

Still, Bublé rolled up his sleeve, presented his arm to her, and gave her a pen to scrawl her name on it. “At the very worst, I got your autograph before you hit it big,” he said.
Camille went with Legend, who had pointed out that he had brought Brandy onto The Voice as a mentor to his team.

The Voice airs Mondays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC.

The 57-game winning streak is over. It was supposed to be a cakewalk for the No. 2 South Carolina Gamecocks. The betting experts had all but guaranteed a Gamecocks victory, with odds heavily stacked in their favor! Even Coach Dawn Staley seemed confident, her game plan honed to perfection- especially when it came to the Texas Longhorns Forward Madison Booker. But there was one variable she hadn’t considered: Booker’s determination to prove her wrong in her own “mental” games.

The Gamecocks had last dropped a regular-season SEC game on December 30, 2021! The No. 2 team (22-2, 10-1) suffered their first conference loss of the season, falling 66-62 to No. 6 Texas in the Moody Center in Austin. Madison Booker, who had disappointed in the Longhorns’ 50-67 loss to South Carolina earlier in January, scoring just seven points, was on a mission to redeem herself.

In their previous matchup, Bree Hall had been the thorn in Madison Booker’s side. Hall had done her homework, meticulously studying Booker’s highlights, analyzing her movements, and preparing for the ultimate test: guarding the sophomore star. And she had passed with flying colors, never allowing Booker to find her rhythm in Colonial Life Arena, forcing her into difficult shots and face-guarding her.

Determined to prove that Bree Hall’s strategies wouldn’t work again, Madison Booker came into their rematch fiercely determined. And when the dust settled, she proudly declared her triumph, screaming, “She can’t f—–g guard me,” as she walked Bree Hall down.

Despite being restricted to 7 of 22 from the field, Madison Booker stole the show with 20 points, outpacing Senior Guard Bree Hall’s defensive efforts when it mattered the most. The Longhorns exploited their height advantage, as they effortlessly passed over South Carolina defenders to create scoring opportunities. Since Hall was locked in on Booker, this limited South Carolina’s ability to double-team Texas’s forwards in the paint.

Booker credited her team’s strong mindset for the win, saying, “It’s a mental game… that’s all I got to say.” This comment seemed like a subtle jab at Staley’s earlier remarks, who had attempted to get inside Booker’s head.

During an interaction with the media, Coach Dawn Staley shared her unfiltered thoughts on Madison Booker’s game, saying, “No, bad game, she played a bad game. What’s the approach with that? Same, I mean, you got to make her uncomfortable. You got to get her to think about maybe second-guessing some shots, but she really doesn’t.” 

Staley’s blunt remarks came right before Booker’s impressive milestone- surpassing 1,000 points for Texas in a mere 60 games. There’s no denying the impressiveness of her achievement, but it seems Staley was unconvinced.

She continued, “I mean, all of her shots—some of them were defended, some of them were not defended. But you just got to break up the cadence and disrupt the flow of how she wants to play the game. Because if you allow her to just go at the you speed that she likes to go at and shoot in the same cadence that she practices in an empty gym, she’s going to beat you every time.”

For Booker, the challenge was to respond, and, oh, did she deliver!

“Toughness,” Booker said. “Last time, we got out-toughed. This time, we out-toughed them.” Indeed. Yet, we cannot miss the fact that the South Carolina Gamecocks made some pretty questionable decisions.

Who expected this from the Moneyline favorites?

Be it FanDuel or DraftKings, the Gamecocks remain the Moneyline favorites. Hence, it was shocking for some to see them struggle and miss out on so many opportunities in the game with the Texas Longhorns. The game was tied at 49-49 as the fourth quarter got underway, setting the stage for a thrilling conclusion. However, Texas quickly gained momentum, with Kyla Oldacre and Madison Booker scoring back-to-back buckets to put their team up by two possessions.

The Gamecocks were unable to regain the lead, and their best chance at a comeback slipped away when MiLaysia Fulwiley and Bree Hall mishandled a two-on-one break. Oldacre’s impressive performance continued, as she scored consecutive layups to put Texas back up by five, finishing with 13 points and six rebounds.

In the end, South Carolina’s Tessa Johnson missed her attempt, and Texas secured the rebound to seal the deal, then subsequently scoring two free throws to record a 66-62 win.

Notably, Coach Dawn Staley’s decision to bench forwards Chloe Kitts and Joyce Edwards for the entire fourth quarter raised eyebrows. When questioned, Dawn Staley explained, “Sania is the only one that can guard her (Kyla Oldacre). Like halfway, we give up too much when Chloe or Joyce are on her. We could have tried Adhel (Tac) but they’re just not experienced enough. She’s a very experienced post player. I thought she brought it all home for them.”

Well, the Longhorns entered with an underdog mentality and proved that on any given day, even the mighty can fall – and the Gamecocks became the latest victims of the game’s unpredictable nature.

Giannis Antetokounmpo does not take three point shots that much so there should be no drastic change in the Milwaukee Bucks’ three ball attempt volume in his absence, right?

Feb 10, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (0) takes a shot between Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (2) and forward Draymond Green (23) in the fourth quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Feb 7, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) on the sideline against the Atlanta Hawks in the fourth quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

The opposite happened in the team’s loss against the Golden State Warriors.

Head coach Doc Rivers’ squad took just 33 attempts from the arc, around 17 less than the amount they hoisted the ball from the arc in their past two games.

Against Charlotte Hornets, the first game Giannis sat out, they went 18/42 or 47.9 percent. They shot 50 times from the three point line against the Atlanta Hawks.

They again reached the 50-attempt mark again in the win against the Philadelphia 76ers, shooting 24 out of 55 or 43.6 percent.

On a night when Taurean Prince exploded from the long range with his 5 out of 7 shooting, the others just went cold.

Jan 25, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Gary Trent Jr. (5) reacts against the LA Clippers in the first half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Damian Lillard had 38 points but 11 of them were from the three point line. He converted just three of his nine attempts from beyond the arc. Gary Trent Jr. who went off against the 76ers (7 out of 15), only had five attempts from long distance and converted just one.

Milwaukee Bucks 3-point problem is not for lack of aggressiveness

Warriors coach Steve Kerr came to the game knowing how crazy the Bucks are when it comes to three point shots.

He carried that thought coming to the Monday game and used that against their hosts.

“Watching (Sunday vs. Philadelphia) they were filling it up. So, it’s a different challenge. Obviously they’re not as good without Giannis, that goes without saying, but they’re different and they spread the floor more in some cases and put a lot of pressure on you,” he said post game.

Feb 10, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr calls a play against the Milwaukee Bucks in the third quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

New Milwaukee Bucks recruit Kyle Kuzma noticed that, too. He said it felt like they were forced to take more two-point shots instead of three.

“They wanted us to score in the two-point range and it affected us,” Kuzma said. “Obviously if you watched our past two games at least, we shot the ball really well from three, especially (Sunday) as well and they took that away, making us play a lot in two-point range. Ball was really stagnant tonight. We didn’t really necessarily move it as well as we have for stretches.”

Golf influencer Paige Spiranac calls Taylor Swift boos at Super Bowl LIX ‘lame’

Swift faced boos from Eagles fans in Super Bowl LIX

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Golf influencer Paige Spiranac came to the defense of Taylor Swift on Monday as the pop star was booed when she was shown on the video board during Super Bowl LIX.

Swift was at the game supporting her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, and the Kansas City Chiefs – as she has done for the last two seasons. However, Philadelphia Eagles fans swarmed the city of New Orleans and made their presence felt throughout the game.

Ice Spice, from left, Taylor Swift, Este Haim and Alana Haim watch during the first half of the Super Bowl LIX football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025 in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Eagles fans booed Chiefs players when they took the field and made their feelings about Swift known in the stadium, though Swift is from West Reading, Pennsylvania, and even sang about being a fan of the guys in green and white.

Spiranac gave her thoughts on the boos towards Swift in a post on X.

It was reported that the NFL’s brand value has increased almost 1 billion dollars since Taylor Swift started dating Kelce. The NFL is using her popularity to boost their brand. So booing Taylor Swift is lame. She was just showing up to support her significant other. The amount of… https://t.co/v2KvpISo4y

— Paige Spiranac (@PaigeSpiranac) February 10, 2025

“It was reported that the NFL’s brand value has increased almost 1 billion dollars since Taylor Swift started dating Kelce,” she wrote. “The NFL is using her popularity to boost their brand. So booing Taylor Swift is lame. She was just showing up to support her significant other. The amount of times she’s shown at a game or posted on social media is out of her control.”

Paige Spiranac attends the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2024 Issue Release and 60th Anniversary Celebration at Hard Rock Hotel New York on May 16, 2024 in New York City. (Mike Coppola/Getty Images for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit)

The Swift effect was real and talked about a lot during the 2023 season, but all of that tailed off a bit in 2024. She was shown fewer times on television than she was when she and Kelce first started dating and was only shown a handful of times during the Super Bowl LIX broadcast.

Tennis great Serena Williams also defended Swift on X.

“I love you @taylorswift13 dont listen to those booo!!” Williams wrote.

Boos or not, Swift will now embark on an entire offseason with Kelce. Last year, she was still in the midst of her “Eras Tour.” This time, she will get a firsthand look at what the tight end will decide to do about his playing career.

Retirement rumors have swirled around Kelce all season. He said Swift gave him the green light to continue playing if he wanted.

Taylor Swift arrives at the 67th annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025 in Los Angeles. (Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)

“She’s fully encouraging me to enjoy playing this game,” the 10-time Pro Bowler said last month on “The Stephen A. Smith Show,” adding that Swift loves coming to Arrowhead Stadium for games.

“I got all the support in the world to keep chasing these dreams.”