Mark Cuban Take Mav’s Owner to Court
July 10, 2026
Mark Cuban goes to court for records on Dallas Mavericks' Valley View arena deal
Billionaire Mark Cuban has filed a petition in a Dallas County court against Dallas Mavericks majority owner Patrick Dumont, accusing his business partner of shutting him out of key decisions. Despite selling his majority stake in the team to Miriam Adelson and Dumont, Cuban asserts he still retains the right to be involved in the franchise's real estate and business opportunities. The legal action explicitly demands that ownership disclose the corporate structure, financing details, and contract terms regarding the team's planned basketball arena at the former Valley View mall site.
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Jessica Shepard’s $2M Stunner Has Become WNBA’s Biggest Bargain
Dallas Wings center Jessica Shepard has become one of the WNBA's biggest bargains after signing a heavily criticized two-year, $2.05 million contract during the 2026 offseason. Despite playing primarily as a role player off the bench earlier in her career, she has emerged as a dominant force and a key focal point for a vastly improved Dallas team. Her spectacular season—which includes leading the team alongside Paige Bueckers and recording multiple triple-doubles—ultimately earned her a spot as a starter in her very first WNBA All-Star appearance.
Front Office Sports
Lenovo’s Referee View is a hit at World Cup
Lenovo's "Referee View" has emerged as a major tech success at the FIFA Men's World Cup, utilizing advanced AI stabilization to transform choppy, raw footage from the official's head-mounted camera into a smooth, viewable broadcast replay. Developed in partnership with FIFA, this technology gives fans an unprecedented, transparent look at the game from the referee's exact perspective to build trust and elevate the viewing experience. The feature's massive popularity has not only boosted Lenovo's brand presence beyond its traditional hardware image but has also sparked immediate interest from other global sports teams and leagues looking to adopt the technology.
Sports Business Journal
Orlando sweetens deal to attract Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy firm downtown
The city of Orlando has increased its financial incentives to attract TMRW Sports, a technology-driven sports venture co-founded by golf legends Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, to establish its headquarters downtown. The company, which is the force behind the innovative 3-on-3 Tomorrow's Golf League (TGL), is expected to bring approximately 125 new jobs to the area with this potential relocation. While TGL currently operates out of the purpose-built SoFi Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Orlando is sweetening its initial deal to successfully secure the sports firm's permanent downtown presence.
Biz Journals
Justin Bieber joins World Cup final halftime show lineup
FIFA and Global Citizen have announced that global superstar Justin Bieber will join Madonna, Shakira, and BTS as a co-headliner for the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final halftime show on July 19, 2026. Curated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin, the historic 11-minute spectacle at MetLife Stadium will also feature performances from Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel, the PS22 Chorus, and characters from the Muppets. The groundbreaking event serves a dual purpose as a major entertainment broadcast and a fundraising initiative for the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, which aims to raise $100 million for children's education and soccer access worldwide.
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Tim Bontemps bolts ESPN writing gig for Hawks front office job
Former ESPN Senior NBA Writer and "The Hoop Collective" podcast co-host Tim Bontemps is leaving sports journalism to join the front office of the Atlanta Hawks. The 41-year-old has been hired as a strategic adviser and will report directly to Onsi Saleh, the team's president of basketball operations. In his new role, Bontemps will leverage his extensive background in covering team strategy, player movement, and leaguewide trends to help evaluate talent and guide the franchise's roster construction.
NY Post
Players Pins. Marketing Manager.
Players Pins, a fast-growing sports collectibles brand, is seeking a highly motivated Marketing Manager to drive our brand presence, engage our audience, and support our sales efforts. We make patent-pending collectible sports pins custom for professional sports teams promotions (MLB, NBA, NHL, MLS), retail (Fanatics, Lids), and eCommerce (PlayersPins.com). As Marketing Manager, you will play a crucial role in cultivating a passionate collector base and expanding our reach within the sports and entertainment industry. Apply Now.
Los Angeles Sparks. Director of Partnership Activation
The Director of Partnership Activation will work cross-functionally with marketing, community relations, game presentation and operations teams to support partnership strategy, activation planning, and ongoing relationship management. This position will work under the direction of the VP of Partnerships. Apply Now.
Syracuse University. Lead Photographer.
Syracuse Athletics is seeking a lead photographer who will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of photography for the athletics department. The lead photographer will serve as the department’s chief photographer, coordinating coverage for all 20 sports, shooting photoshoots, and other events (Cuse Awards, press conferences, etc.). This position will also supervise a student photography intern program, providing training, assigning shooting responsibilities, and scheduling office hours. The lead photographer will also oversee photo asset management for the department. This is an 11-month position. Apply Now.
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Ex-Bucknell strength coach charged with hazing in player death
Former Bucknell University strength and conditioning coach Mark Kulbis has been charged with felony aggravated hazing and involuntary manslaughter in connection with the 2024 death of freshman football player Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr. Prosecutors allege that Kulbis forced the 18-year-old recruit through a grueling and inappropriate ritual initiation workout despite having explicit knowledge and prior university training regarding Dickey's sickle cell trait. The lineman visibly struggled and ultimately collapsed from exertional rhabdomyolysis during the workout, prompting a separate federal negligence lawsuit from Dickey's parents against the university.
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