NBA’s Moment of Silence for Pretti

Sport & Story Daily January 27, 2026: The NBA recognized the Minnesota shooting of Alex Pretti.

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Kelsey Middleton
January 27, 2026

NBA’s Moment of Silence for Pretti

January 27, 2026

Steve Kerr, Breanna Stewart, Tyrese Haliburton, NBPA, Minnesota sports teams speak out after ICE fatal shooting of nurse Alex Pretti
The NBA canceled the Golden State Warriors and Minnesota Timberwolves game in Minnesota on Saturday. This was due to the fatal shooting of 37-year old Veterans Affairs nurse Alex Pretti by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. Before the rescheduled game on Sunday, there was a moment of silence for Pretti. Athletes and people involved in the sports world spoke on social media about Pretti’s death.
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X Games And Moonpay Announce Landmark Title Partnership Ushering In A New Era Of Action Sports  
X Games announced a multi-year partnership with MoonPay. MoonPay is the global leader in crypto payments. The three-year, category-exclusive partnership names MoonPay as the Title Partner of the newly formed MoonPay X Games League. This is the first title partnership in X Games history.
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Let it Snow! Jeep® Brand Returns to X Games Aspen 2026 With Elevated Partnership as the First Presenting Partner and Exclusive Automotive Partner
The newly minted X Games Aspen 2026 Driven by Jeep marks a major milestone in the long-standing relationship between the two iconic adventure brands. This marks the 25th time Jeep has been partnered with X Games. It will be the first time the Jeep brand will serve as the presenting partner of the event. Jeep brand has full ownership of all four Slopestyle competitions: Men's Snowboard Slopestyle, Women's Snowboard Slopestyle, Men's Ski Slopestyle and Women's Ski Slopestyle, ensuring Jeep owns the most iconic competition stage at X Games Aspen
Yahoo Finance

California Post brings brash New York-style tabloid news to the West Coast
The California Post launched on Monday. It will be digital, have social media accounts and video and audio pieces. Readers can also purchase a daily print subscription for $3.75. The staff of almost 100 people will focus on issues important to everyday, hardworking Californians, including homelessness, affordability, technology, law and order, gossip and sports.
WRAL News

Laporta on Camp Nou Leaks: "The Rain Surprised Us, I Didn't Plan to Bring an Umbrella"
FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta addressed the significant water leaks at the Camp Nou following its renovation. The leaks happened during the team’s match against Real Oviedo. The renovations have been ongoing for two and a half years, and the question of the quality of work is up in the air. The next steps in renovation work are the completion and reopening of the North Stand.
Elbotola

Inside NBC’s ‘NEW-Stalgia’ Approach With MLB and NBA
Bob Costas will return for Sunday Night Baseball. NBC is leaning fully into one of the most interesting sports media strategies in years. They call is the NEW-stalgia. NBC won back the NBA and MLB. Fans will see similar faces, theme songs and graphics from when NBC aired NBA and MLB games in the 90’s. John Tesh’s classic “Roundball Rock” theme opened the first NBA telecast. Costas will launch his comeback on MLB’s Opening Day on March 26. He will host the pregame.
Front Office Sports

PGA names vet staffer to head 2026 PGA Championship on short notice
The PGA of America has named Jackie Endsley as champion director of the 2026 PGA Championship. The championship is scheduled for May 14-17 at Aronimink Golf Club in Newton Square, Pennsylvania. Endsley has been at the PGA of America for nine years. She previously was the championship directory for six PGA major championships. She fills the spot after Ryan Ogle recently stepped down.
Golfweek

Phoenix Suns. Payroll Clerk
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Payroll Clerk to join our team. In this high-impact role, you will support processing bi-weekly, semi-monthly and off-cycle payments to salaried and hourly Team members within company pay policies and requirements of all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. Perform functions necessary to maintain accurate employee records. Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external clients. While playing a key role in broader department initiatives. Apply Now.

Los Angeles Sparks. Data Scientist
The Los Angeles Sparks are seeking a Data Scientist to help elevate the team’s competitive decision-making through statistical modeling, automated reporting, and data-driven insights. This role works closely with coaches, scouts, performance staff, and front-office leadership to deliver actionable analysis that supports coaching, player evaluation, roster construction, and player development. The ideal candidate is a strong quantitative thinker with basketball domain knowledge, experience working with complex datasets, and the ability to turn data into clear, impactful insights used in realistic basketball solutions. This position reports to the Assistant General Manager, Research & Development. Apply Now.

Real Salt Lake. Seasonal Assistant Athletic Trainer
Seasonal Assistant Athletic Trainers are expected to assist the sports medicine staff in providing the highest quality care to Real Salt Lake athletes. You are also asked to seek out and take advantage of opportunities to become an integral part of patient care and rehabilitation. In addition to the details, you are also expected to aid in common daily Athletic Training duties, pre-training set-up and breakdown, and assist Real Salt Lake staff however necessary. Due to the cyclical nature of the entertainment industry, the employee may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the team needs including, but not limited to working game nights, weekends (including Sunday’s), and holidays. Apply Now.

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Charles Bediako says Alabama 'can win it all' with him back
Charles Bediako is back and playing at Alabama. He had a period of being an NBA and G League player before his return to the college. Bediako played at Alabama from 2021-22 and 2022-23 before being selected in the 2023 NBA Draft. With his return, Bediako said, “I'm ready to help these guys win and also give them some of my knowledge. We've got a great group of guys. I think we can win it all. I'm just excited, just as much as they are."
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