NBA Stars Like Jalen Brunson Enlist Social Media Surrogates to Expand Reach in China
Companies like East Goes Global serve as social media surrogates for players, expanding their reach, creating business opportunities and pushing for All-Star votes.
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Knicks' Jalen Brunson expected to be out through at least late March as timeline inches toward end of regular season
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Jalen Brunson not close to return from injury
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Knicks top-5 in defense since Jalen Brunson injury, Mitchell Robinson return
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How social media reacted to Iowa basketball firing Fran McCaffery
Here's how Iowa basketball fans reacted across social media to the news that the Hawkeyes had fired head coach Fran McCaffery.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Social media reacts to Alabama's route of Kentucky in SEC Tournament quarterfinals
The Alabama Crimson Tide routed Kentucky on Friday night in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals. Here are some social media reactions to Alabama's win.Yahoo Sports - 12h -
Facebook ‘worked hand in glove’ with China on censor tools, claims ex-director
Social media company considered letting Beijing control content for access to its lucrative market, BBC told.BBC News - 5d -
Social media platforms must be ‘brought to heel’, says UK schools leader
Headteachers’ conference to be told that rise in bullying, abuse and malicious use of deepfakes is being reported. Social media operators must be “brought to heel” for the misery and disruption ...The Guardian - 1d -
Florida teen kidnapped and possibly dismembered after meeting man on social media, police say
A Florida teenager was kidnapped and possibly dismembered after meeting up with a man she met through a social media application last month.NBC News - Mar. 8 -
Social media impressed by Wisconsin's decisive Big Ten Tournament win over UCLA
Wisconsin advanced in the Big Ten Tournament with a decisive 86-70 win over UCLA on Friday. Social media was impressed by the Badgers' performanceYahoo Sports - 1d -
Steph reaches historic NBA career-scoring milestone vs. Pistons
Golden State Warriors guard Steph Curry reached a historic NBA career-scoring milestone against the Detroit Pistons on Saturday at Chase Center.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 8 -
Former NBA center Oliver Miller dies at 54
Miller starred at Arkansas and played nine seasons in the NBA.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Influencer Mrs Hinch treated for blood clot weeks after giving birth
Sophie Hinchliffe, the social media cleaning star, says she has been treated and hopes to be home on Friday.BBC News - 1d -
Jalen Brunson out at least 2 weeks after exiting Knicks-Lakers with ankle sprain
The Knicks' loss to the Lakers went from bad to awful with 1:20 left in OT.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 7 -
Job Applicants Are Hounding Me on Social Media
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Comcast expands partnership with Olympics, extends media rights through 2036
Comcast gained the rights to broadcast the Olympic Games through 2036 as part of a new $3 billion agreement with the International Olympic Committee.CNBC - 2d -
Ex-Rams star has some advice for new WR Davante Adams
Jalen Ramsey apparently loved his time with the Rams.Yahoo Sports - 8h -
Her grandpa brewed beer in his cellar in Iran. Last month she canned 30,000 brews that taste like home
Zahra Tabatabai’s Back Home Beer features select Middle Eastern flavors, and she’s looking to expand its reach nationally. Business heats up for Zahra Tabatabai in March, the month of Nowruz, the ...The Guardian - 3d -
Sources: NBA looking into OKC sitting 5 starters
The NBA is investigating a March 7 game in which the Thunder rested starters Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren, Luguentz Dort and Isaiah Hartenstein as well as Cason Wallace, ...ESPN - 8h -
Celtics star Jaylen Brown on why he has no desire to rest ahead of the NBA playoffs
Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown has no interest in resting before the coming NBA playoffs despite lingering injury concerns.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Stephen Curry becomes first NBA player to reach 4,000 3-pointers
When Stephen Curry began his career, no player in NBA history had ever made 3,000 3-pointers in a career.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
China's Commerce Ministry held talks with Walmart after report on price cut demand, state media says
Chinese and American companies should "work together" to respond to U.S. "unilateral imposition of tariffs," Chinese state media said.CNBC - 3d -
Thunder star Jalen Williams to miss Celtics matchup with right hip strain
Even for a team as loaded as Oklahoma City, losing a player as valuable as Williams hurts.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
WATCH: How social media helped fuel a female mechanic's business
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How to Spend Less Time on Social Media (or Leave It Altogether)
If you’re feeling overwhelmed but don’t quite have the willpower to curb your online habit, your phone can help you manage your time online.The New York Times - 3d -
Social media reacts to Wisconsin basketball's win over Northwestern
Wisconsin returned to the win column emphatically on Thursday, defeating Northwestern 70-63 in the second round of the 2025 Big Ten Tournament.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Social media reactions to Florida's SEC Tournament Quarterfinals win over Missouri
The Gator Nation reacts after Florida basketball's 95-81 win over the Missouri Tigers in the quarterfinals of the SEC Tournament on Friday.Yahoo Sports - 23h -
Did Russell Wilson just tease his Steelers return on social media?
Russell Wilson may have teased his return to Pittsburgh with a pair of the Steelers-related IG stories.Yahoo Sports - 3h -
Top social media reactions to Florida basketball's blowout of Alabama in SEC Tournament
Take a look at the top reactions to Florida basketball's 104-82 win over the Alabama Crimson Tide in the SEC Tournament Semifinals.Yahoo Sports - 3h -
How Elon Musk Uses Internet Slang to Marshal His Army of Online Fans
Mr. Musk uses online slang to marshal his 200 million social media followers in support of his efforts to gut the federal government. But he might be reaching his limits.The New York Times - Mar. 6 -
Oliver Miller, nine-year NBA veteran and Arkansas star, dies at 54
Miller, known as "The Big O," helped Arkansas to the Final Four before becoming a first-round NBA draft pickCBS Sports - 2d -
Knicks owner James Dolan lauds original turnaround plan from Leon Rose: 'We're kind of there'
Knicks owner James Dolan recently joined the "Roommates Show" podcast with Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart to discuss the state of the team, his long-term expectations, and more.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Dope Thief review – this crime caper’s hilarious moments are like Brooklyn Nine-Nine meets Breaking Bad
Apple TV+’s mesmerising, funny tale of low-level criminals stealing drugs while posing as DEA agents is fast, furious – and stars Brian Tyree Henry on heartbreakingly wonderful form. Contrary to ...The Guardian - 1d -
Watch Stephen Curry become first player in NBA history to reach 4,000 made 3-pointers
He was already the NBA's all-time leader in 3-pointers and just keeps adding to that record.Yahoo Sports - 1d
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