The Milwaukee Bucks are planning to be back on the court this season.On hold since learning via a team group chat on March 11 that the regular season would be paused indefinitely, the Bucks are hop… MORE
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Lakers players all free of COVID-19 symptoms
Two weeks after news broke that a pair of Los Angeles Lakers players tested positive for COVID-19, the team revealed Tuesday that all players are symptom-free after a completing a 14-day period of hom… MORE
Report: NBA, union negotiating player-pay plan
The NBA and the players association are in discussions regarding withholding player pay in the event regular-season games are canceled, ESPN reported Tuesday night.According to the report, the side… MORE
NBA players to take part in NBA 2K tournament
The NBA is the latest professional sports league to turn to esports in the absence of real events, as the league, the players association and 2K Sports announced Tuesday the formation of a players-onl… MORE
Lillard doesn’t want NBA to move permanent calendar
Portland Trail Blazers All-Star guard Damian Lillard is not a fan of the suggestion that the NBA move its calendar to have seasons possibly run into August.The NBA is considering numerous options w… MORE
ESPN moves up Bulls docuseries to April 19 debut
ESPN advanced the premiere of the 10-part documentary series “The Last Dance,” focused on Michael Jordan’s Chicago Bulls, by five weeks, with the first two episodes to air in the United States on Apri… MORE
Chinese Basketball Association delays restart indefinitely
Health concerns caused the Chinese Basketball Association to indefinitely delay a planned return to the court.The league was shut down in January due to the outbreak of the coronavirus, a pandemic… MORE
Report: NBA planning players-only NBA 2K tourney
The NBA has plans for a players-only NBA 2K tournament to be broadcasted on ESPN, Yahoo Sports reported Monday evening.Per the report, the league hopes to launch the event Friday and involve some b… MORE
Kobe’s towel from finale sells for $33K in online auction
The towel that was draped over the shoulders of Kobe Bryant during his farewell speech following his final NBA game sold for over $33,000 at an online auction, CNN reported on Sunday.The Lakers sta… MORE
Report: Marbury lines up 10 million masks for New York
Former Knicks guard and New York native Stephon Marbury has lined up 10 million N95 masks to be delivered from the place he currently calls home — China — to his hometown to help medical personnel b… MORE
Ex-NBA G Mayo to play in China
Former NBA guard O.J. Mayo will play in China when play resumes in that country following a stoppage for the coronavirus.The Liaoning Flying Leopards of the Chinese Basketball Association announced… MORE
Knicks owner Dolan tests positive for coronavirus
New York Knicks owner James Dolan has tested positive for the coronavirus.”He has been in self-isolation and is experiencing little to no symptoms. He continues to oversee business operations,” rea… MORE
NBA notebook: Play likely to resume without fans
If the NBA regular season resumes, it is almost “100 percent” the games will be played without fans present, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reported Friday.Windhorst said the NBA very likely will mimic the… MORE
Report: Almost ‘100 percent’ chance NBA resumes without fans
If the NBA regular season resumes, it is almost “100 percent” the games will be played without fans present, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reported Friday.Windhorst said the NBA will very likely mimic the… MORE
ESPN’s Doris Burke tests positive for COVID-19
ESPN broadcaster Doris Burke tested positive for COVID-19.Burke shared the information Friday on “The Woj Pod” with ESPN.com’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Burke said it took eight days for her test results… MORE
Health officials clear Jazz players, staff of coronavirus
Utah Jazz players and staff have been cleared of the coronavirus, the team said Friday.”The Utah Department of Health has determined that all Jazz players and staff, regardless of prior testing sta… MORE
PG Hayes enters NBA draft
Point guard Killian Hayes is entering the 2020 NBA Draft.Hayes, No. 10 in ESPN’s NBA prospect rankings, told the network via email he has submitted paperwork to the league and will be part of the d… MORE
Team USA weighing roster alternatives in event of spring Olympics
USA Basketball is weighing alternative roster options in the event of a potential conflict between the delayed Tokyo Olympics and the NBA season.If the postponed Games are moved from a July 2020 st… MORE
Russian, Japanese basketball leagues cancel seasons
Professional basketball leagues in Russia and Japan canceled the remainder of their seasons.The Japanese B League announced it will call off attempts to resume play. The VTB League, with teams from… MORE
LeBron talks about virus’ impact on NBA in podcast
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James shed light on a variety of topics facing the NBA should it attempt to resume the 2019-20 season later this year.Appearing on the Road Trippin’ podcast, Jam… MORE
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Vince’s Video View: This week’s In The Cage MMA Radio
My first in a frequent series of video shows/interviews I’ll be bringing you on the website
Jimmy’s blog: Predictors bullish on Tennessee men’s hoops next year
Anosike could be key piece to puzzle
Silverberg: E.J. Anosike’s former coach dishes on new Vols grad transfer
Sacred Heart’s Anthony Latina spoke to WNML about E.J. Anosike transferring to Tennessee.
Jimmy’s blog: Yarbrough never felt pressure as McDonald’s All-American
Former UT star put up some solid numbers
List of 5 one-time Vols and 3 local players in NFL; 2019 recaps
Mix of veterans and young players in this group of 8 with 2019 recaps of each in NFL
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What You Need to Know About Coronavirus (COVID-19)
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Knox County Health Department
Local Health Info from the Knox County Health Department. Learn more about COVID-19 and the public health response.
Big Kahuna Wing Festival
The Big Kahuna Wing Festival returns to World’s Fair Park on Sunday, September 6th, 2020! Tickets go on sale July 6th.
Great Games in NCAA Tournament History
99.1 The Sports Animal will rerun 15 Great Games in NCAA Tournament History to help college basketball fans experience the madness of March, after the NCAA cancelled this year’s winter and spring championships.
Restaurants Offering Takeout & Delivery
Due to COVID-19 concerns, dine-in restaurants are currently closed. But you can still enjoy food from your favorite restaurants at home! Find out which East Tennessee restaurants are providing takeout & delivery services.
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