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Social media network Bluesky is much smaller than the likes of X and Facebook, but could have another ace up its sleeve in relying on the love of sports and ability to let people leave the platform to check out live content. What Happened: Two of entrepreneur Mark Cuban's favorite items are...

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy is no stranger to placing large wagers on top sports outcomes and he made sure to get in on the action for the first Indiana Fever WNBA game of the 2025 season as a Caitlin Clark fan. Portnoy's winnings were large and might illustrate the gap between WNBA and...

President-elect Donald Trump is expected to be named the TIME Person of the Year, according to a new report. The official announcement will happen Thursday morning and could coincide with his first time ringing the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange. What Happened: TIME recently released a...

A new media rights deal for the National Basketball Association (NBA) is nearing the finish line and could be a slam dunk for fans and the new partners. Here's a look at the latest. What Happened: A new NBA deal is expected to be 11 years in length and total $76 billion from three partners,...

Apparel and footwear company Nike Inc (NYSE:NKE) is set to report fourth-quarter financial results after market close Thursday. Here are the earnings estimates, what analysts are saying and key items to watch. Earnings Estimates: Analysts expect Nike to report fourth-quarter revenue of $12.91...

Despite her rising stardom and impressive accomplishments, USA Basketball has decided not to include Caitlin Clark on its 12-player roster for the women's competition in Paris, reported ESPN Saturday, citing various sources. The U.S. has won gold in women's basketball at every Olympics since 1996,...

Legendary boxing star Claressa Shields has helped pave the way for women athletes over the years including helping to set new records in pay. What Happened: Shields spoke on her successful boxing career and being an ambassador for the growth of women's sports during the Benzinga Sports Business...

Media giant The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) could capitalize on the WNBA debut of Caitlin Clark, which is one of the most anticipated sporting events of 2024. What Happened: Disney's streaming platform Disney+ ended the second quarter with 117.6 million core subscribers. With an effort to...

Leading ecommerce company Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:AMZN) is set to report first-quarter financial results after market close Tuesday. Here’s an overview of analyst earnings estimates, their insights, and key factors to watch. Earnings Estimates: Analysts expect Amazon to report first-quarter...

Caitlin Clark, selected as the top pick by the Indiana Fever in the WNBA Draft, is on the verge of signing a major shoe deal ahead of her professional debut, further establishing her presence in women’s basketball. What Happened: Clark set many NCAA scoring records and helped set new heights...

The Indiana Fever drafted Caitlin Clark with the first overall pick in the WNBA draft Monday night. Clark, the University of Iowa phenom who helped increase ticket prices, viewership and the overall attention of women's college basketball during her time at Iowa, earned millions of dollars through...

College basketball phenomenon Caitlin Clark‘s arrival in the WNBA has sparked a national conversation, not about her game, but about her pay.  What Happened: Drafted first overall by the Indiana Fever, Clark will earn a base salary of $76,535 — a stark contrast to the millions commanded by...

Two-time national women's college basketball player of the year Caitlin Clark is the top overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft. What Happened: Clark, who played for the Hawkeyes at the University of Iowa, dominated the stat sheets in the NCAA. She also helped women's basketball generate impressive...

The NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament recently kicked off and thanks to the star power of several players, including University of Iowa's Caitlin Clark, the media coverage of the event and sports betting companies could benefit. Record-Breaking Viewership: Caitlin Clark, a senior, set several...

The Brooklyn Nets and NY Liberty made history by becoming the first NBA and WNBA teams to secure a sponsorship deal with a CBD brand. The move comes as the NBA loosens its regulations surrounding CBD products, aligning with trends seen in other sports leagues like Major League Baseball and the UFC...