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🏈 Trump at the Super Bowl: Donald Trump will be the first sitting U.S. president to attend the Super Bowl. Three Vice Presidents have done so in the past: Al Gore in 1994, George H.W. Bush in 1982, and Spiro Agnew in 1971.
⚽️ Record Signing in MLS: Atlanta United signed striker Emmanuel Latte Lath from Middlesbrough for a record $22 million. This beats the previous record of $16.2 million set this winter. Last season, Lath scored 29 goals for his club.
🏀 Mavericks Offer Refunds: Following criticism after the Luka Dončić trade, the Mavericks are offering refunds to some fans who canceled season tickets. They still have 18 home games left in the season.
⚾️ The Ichiro Snub: The BBWAA voter who did not vote for Ichiro Suzuki for the Hall of Fame remains unknown. Of 394 voters, 323 publicly supported him.
🎾 Halep Retires: Simona Halep, a two-time Grand Slam champion, announced her retirement at 33. Her comeback was marred by injuries and a doping suspension.
🏟️ The Superdome: A Legendary Venue
The Superdome in New Orleans is famous for unforgettable sports moments. Opened in 1975, it has hosted Super Bowls, Final Fours, college football championships, and more. Some iconic events include:
- Michael Jordan’s game-winning shot in the 1982 NCAA Championship.
- Adam Vinatieri’s kick that started the Patriots’ dynasty.
- Roberto Duran’s famous “No más” moment.
- Chris Webber’s timeout blunder in the 1993 NCAA Championship.
Doug Thornton, a senior executive, credited the venue’s vision to Dave Dixon, who advocated for both the stadium and the NFL team in New Orleans. The Superdome was designed for a variety of events, from baseball to basketball.
📷 Sports Highlights from Across the Country
Philadelphia: Despite the absence of Anthony Davis, Joel Embiid returned with a stunning triple-double, leading the 76ers to a narrow 118-116 win over the Mavericks.
New Orleans: Jason Kelce went on a treasure hunt with fans for a chance to win a special stay at the Superdome during the Super Bowl weekend.
New York: St. John’s basketball team achieved its highest ranking in over two decades, winning against Marquette in a packed Madison Square Garden.
Los Angeles: Luka Dončić made headlines as he appeared at various events during the Super Bowl week, highlighted by an odd yet stylish outfit.
🏀 NBA Power Rankings: Trade Deadline Edition
Big changes are happening: With the trade deadline fast approaching, teams are reshuffling. The dynamic nature of this season promises intriguing matchups ahead.
🏈 Super Bowl LIX: Players’ High School Origins
Where do these players come from? Florida leads with 13 players in the Super Bowl, followed by Texas with 11. Other notable states include California, Georgia, Virginia, and Ohio.
📺 Watchlist: College Basketball Showdown
UCLA, the only undefeated team in D1 basketball, faces No. 8 Ohio State tonight at home. Tune in to see if they can maintain their perfect record.
Today’s Must-Watch Games:
- 🏀 NBA: Spurs vs. Hawks (7 PM, ESPN) and Suns vs. Thunder (9:30 PM, ESPN).
- 🏀 NCAAM: No. 2 Duke at Syracuse (7 PM, ESPN2).
- 🏒 NHL: Bruins at Rangers (7 PM, TNT).
- ⚽️ EFL Cup: Newcastle United vs. Arsenal (3 PM, Paramount+).
🏀 Trivia Time
Devin Booker recently became the all-time leading scorer for the Suns. Can you name the other two active players who hold similar records for their teams?
Answer: Stephen Curry (Warriors) and Giannis Antetokounmpo (Bucks).
🎾 Shot of the Day
Tommy Paul delivers an incredible shot! [View it here](https://x.com/kendallbaker/status/1886899141630156978).
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