Adam Sandler congratulated Happy Gilmore on his big golf news this week — and no, this ain’t a joke. As it turns out, there’s a young guy who actually goes by the same name as the famed Sandler movie character — and yes … the dude knows a thing or two about swinging clubs. Happy

Marcus Smart is proving goodbyes aren’t easy … the newly traded NBA star just penned an emotional letter to Boston fans after the organization traded him to the Memphis Grizzlies. “Where do I even begin…as I start to think about the last 9 years I have a lot of emotions running thru me,” the 29-year-old

Victor Wembanyama‘s sister had a hilarious moment caught on a hot mic during the French superstar’s big night at the NBA Draft … when she asked out loud if she was suffering a wardrobe malfunction!! The whole thing unfolded on Thursday’s ESPN broadcast … as the Wembanyama family was being interviewed shortly after the 7’5″

Terry Price — Texas A&M’s defensive ends coach and former player from the Aggies “Wrecking Crew” — has sadly passed away, the university confirmed to TMZ Sports on Friday. He was 55. Price has been coaching his alma mater since 2012, after successful stints with Ole Miss and Auburn. Besides coaching, Terry was also known

Deion Sanders is slated to have emergency surgery on Friday … after a blood clot was discovered in his groin. Former Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Adam “Pacman” Jones shared the news just minutes ago … saying Prime Time will go under the knife at 6 AM to fix the issue. Deion Sanders is having emergency surgery

Travis Kelce says Ja’Marr Chase gave the Kansas City Chiefs some prime bulletin board material after dissing Patrick Mahomes last week … warning the Bengals receiver he better back up his words on the field — or it’s gonna get ugly. Remember, the former LSU star sparked some drama over his “Pat who??” comments when

Play video content NBA Gradey Dick is not in Kansas anymore … but the former Jayhawk is still paying homage to his home state nonetheless at the 2023 NBA Draft — rockin’ a “Wizard Of Oz” inspired suit!! The shooting guard pulled up to the annual event at Barclays Center on Thursday looking just like

Bronny James will honor his dad, LeBron James, during his freshman year on the USC Trojans hoops team this fall … wearing jersey number 6, the same number as his pops. The University of Southern California confirmed the jersey number news on Thursday, sharing a photo of Bronny in the cardinal and gold threads. Remember,

The San Antonio Spurs just made the easiest decision in franchise history … taking international sensation Victor Wembanyama with the first pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. The 19-year-old French big man was the most hyped prospect since LeBron James … in large in part due to his 7’5″ frame, smooth ball-handling skills and impressive

4:04 PM PT — It’s a good thing Wemby is a great basketball player, ’cause the prospect’s first pitch was quite the stinker … flying waaaay outta the strike zone and past the catcher. Wemby was a good sport over it all … smiling as he made his way to home plate after the toss.

Tyreek Hill is under police investigation, TMZ Sports has confirmed … after the NFL star was accused of getting physical with somebody in Miami on Sunday. Cops confirmed the probe to us on Tuesday … though they did not disclose further details of the case, only saying they were investigating an alleged assault/battery involving the

Bellator star Cris Lencioni is currently “in his biggest fight yet” after suffering cardiac arrest earlier this month … with a family member revealing he is currently receiving treatment in the ICU. The featherweight’s relative shared the tragic news on Monday … saying the health-related incident happened while he was training on June 8. Waiting

Play video content 1,500 entrepreneurs in Florida got quite the stylin’ and profilin’ surprise from WWE legend Ric Flair … who shocked the audience, crashing longtime friend Magic Johnson‘s keynote speech to the packed crowd! 63-year-old Johnson spoke about building a billion-dollar empire and the importance of charity at the RiseCon conference in Tampa Friday

Anyone holding out hope that Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann might find some common ground during their nasty divorce should just give up … cuz it just ain’t happening. Sources with direct knowledge tell us the estranged couple has stopped all direct communication … only having a back and forth using their lawyers. What’s more

Play video content BACKGRID Conor McGregor isn’t hiding under a rock after a woman’s accused him of sexual assault — he’s out and about in NYC, and still drawing a crowd wherever he goes. The UFC fighter pulled up to his hotel in NYC Saturday night and was immediately swarmed by autograph seekers … just

Tom Brady left football, in part, so he could focus on being a more-present dad — and on Father’s Day … that’s exactly what he was reflecting on, in touching terms no less. The now-retired QB great threw up a sweet tribute to both his own father as well as his kids on Instagram Sunday

UPDATE 7:45 PM PT — Bob Huggins is no longer the head coach of the West Virginia Mountaineers men’s basketball team following his DUI arrest. UPDATE The longtime coach announced his resignation and retirement from the position Saturday evening … saying he will spend time focusing on his health and his family. UPDATE “My recent

Play video content The Bill Simmons Podcast Bill Simmons called Meghan Markle and Prince Harry de facto charlatans amid their Spotify exit — and he clearly believes they brought little to nothing to the table there. The longtime sports media personality and Ringer founder — who made a boatload of cash in a mega-sale to

LeBron James heard the Nuggets talkin’ spit about the Lakers during their championship parade on Thursday … and now, the NBA superstar is clapping back HARD. In case you missed it, Michael Malone threw shade at reports of LBJ considering retirement after losing to Denver in the Western Conference Finals … cracking jokes and claiming

Former college football player Ray Lewis III — the son of Hall of Fame linebacker Ray Lewis — died from an overdose … this according to police. TMZ Sports obtained the overdose report from police in Florida … and it says Lewis apparently died from an accidental overdose. Police say they responded to a call

Play video content TMZSports.com UPDATE 2:11 PM PT — Officials just revealed at a news conference that there is some fear the officer could lose his leg due to injuries suffered in the accident. UPDATE Play video content Denver Police Dept. UPDATE 12:17 PM PT — Police have just provided an update on the status

Busta Rhymes‘ 30-year career in the rap biz will be honored in full at an upcoming event, presented by Netflix. The veteran rapper will be receiving the Icon Award at the 7th annual Culture Creators Innovators and Leaders Awards Brunch … which won’t have a shortage of star power in the spotlight this year. Waiting

Former college football player Ray Lewis III — the son of Hall of Fame linebacker Ray Lewis — has tragically passed away, TMZ Sports has confirmed. He was 28 years old. Details surrounding Lewis III’s death have not been released. Ray was a star running back at Lake Mary Prep H.S. in Florida, rushing for

Conor McGregor and his fiancée, Dee Devlin, are adding to their family — the UFC superstar just announced the couple is expecting their fourth child together!! The former champ champ shared the big update on “LIVE With Kelly And Mark” Wednesday … and he says they couldn’t be more excited for the new baby. 34-year-old

50 Cent‘s booze brand is adding ice to the mix … as in, a new partnership with the Stanley Cup champions … The Las Vegas Golden Knights. The NHL club, which hoisted professional hockey’s trophy Tuesday night, announced a multi-year partnership Wednesday with the rapper’s spirits company. 50 Cent’s Sire Spirits, which makes Branson Cognac

Kim Zolciak is firing back at her estranged husband, Kroy Biermann, defending her abilities as a mother and accusing Kroy of years of emotional and mental abuse. Kim’s attorney, David Beaudry, issued a blistering statement to TMZ Tuesday, telling us Kroy’s attempt to paint Kim as a bad mother is not only misleading and harmful

Play video content BACKGRID The Miami Heat may have lost the NBA Finals, but there’s at least some good news for the organization — Conor McGregor says Burnie the mascot is A-OK after getting his bell rung at the hands of the UFC superstar! “The mascot is good. It was a skit, and all is

Usain Bolt‘s speed certainly isn’t limited to the track … ’cause the Jamaican sprinter flew past his opponents to score an impressive goal in a charity soccer match on Sunday!! The 8-time Olympic gold medalist ditched his running spikes for some cleats at the Soccer Aid for UNICEF event … and he wasn’t just there

Olivia Dunne is taking a break from rizzing up Baby Gronk to enjoy a summer getaway this week … and she’s spending her downtime lounging around on a yacht in Italy!! The 20-year-old LSU gymnast/social media superstar shared some snaps from her island vacation in Capri on Monday … and it looks like she’s having

In what has made a tragic death even harder to handle, gold medalist track star Tori Bowie was pregnant and in labor at the time she died … TMZ has learned. According to the coroner’s report, obtained by TMZ, 32-year-old Bowie was found dead in bed at her Florida home on May 2. The report