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ICYMI: Sophie Cunningham’s First Adidas Shoe Drops This Month  

July 13, 2026
ICYMI: Sophie Cunningham’s First Adidas Shoe Drops This Month

Pat Benson, reporting for SI;

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has come a long way in the sneaker world in less than a year. Last June, Cunningham wore $45 adidas sneakers in WNBA games. The following month, she starred in a campaign for the adidas Dame X. Now, her own player-exclusive colorway is on the way.

On Friday afternoon, multiple footwear websites began reporting that Cunningham’s adidas Crazy Energy colorway was on the way. Cunningham confirmed the news by reposting the images to her Instagram story. Below is a detailed look and breakdown of the upcoming release.

Here are some photos of Cunningham’s adidas Crazy Energy colorway;

The adidas Crazy Energy Sophie Cunningham PE officially launches on Friday, July 24. Available in adult sizes, these high-performance basketball sneakers will retail for $120 on adidas.com.

Image: SBD

Fever rout Aces 109-75, led by Mitchell’s 27 points

July 13, 2026
Fever rout Aces 109-75, led by Mitchell’s 27 points

The Indiana Fever delivered a dominant statement win, routing the Las Vegas Aces 109-75 behind a historic collective effort. Leading the charge was Kelsey Mitchell, who carved her name into the history books by becoming only the fifth player in WNBA history to score 25 or more points in six consecutive games. Mitchell’s game-high 27 points set a fierce tone for an explosive Indiana offense.

Indiana’s flawless ball movement anchored a beautifully balanced attack, resulting in six Fever players scoring in double figures. Alongside Mitchell, Sophie Cunningham caught fire from deep, matching her season-high with six 3-pointers to finish with 20 points. Powerhouse center Aliyah Boston dominated the paint, recording a commanding double-double with 19 points and 11 rebounds, while Caitlin Clark orchestrated the offense with 12 points, seven rebounds, and six assists.

The Aces struggled to contain Indiana’s depth but found a bright spot in superstar A’ja Wilson, who fought hard for a double-double of 20 points and 12 rebounds. Jackie Young provided secondary support with 15 points, but it wasn’t enough to stop the surging Fever, who broke open the game with a staggering 23-9 closing run to complete the blowout.

Game highlights;

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This was the final stop of Indiana’s four-game road trip. They now head back home for a four-game homestand starting this Wednesday, when they will host the Golden State Valkyries, while the Aces travel to Canada to face the Toronto Tempo on Monday evening.

Indiana Stuns Mercury with Thrilling Late-Game Comeback (92 – 89)

July 10, 2026

The Indiana Fever showcased elite resilience in their recent matchup against the Phoenix Mercury, securing a thrilling 92-89 comeback victory on the road. Facing the second leg of a back-to-back and playing without an injured Caitlin Clark, Indiana’s depth and grit were tested to the absolute limit.

The true drama unfolded in the final five minutes of the game. Midway through the fourth quarter, the Mercury seemed in complete control, holding a commanding 10-point lead. Refusing to back down, the Fever orchestrated a furious late-game surge. They put together a blistering 23-10 run, anchored by lockdown defensive plays—including Makayla Timpson’s spectacular, high-stakes block on Phoenix star Kahleah Copper (“KK”) that denied the Mercury a critical basket and shifted the momentum entirely.

With under a minute remaining, the intensity peaked. Aliyah Boston ignited the comeback, draining a clutch turnaround jumper with just 34 seconds left to put Indiana up by one (88–87). Phoenix answered immediately to regain the lead, but the definitive moment belonged to Kelsey Mitchell, who exploded past the defense for a driving, game-winning layup. Mitchell finished with a spectacular 29 points, and the Fever iced the game from the free-throw line, capping off an unforgettable final stretch that sealed a massive victory.

Game highlights;

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The Mercury will travel to Las Vegas to play the Aces on Saturday, followed by a Fever-Aces rematch there on Sunday night.

Caitlin Clark Debuts Vibrant Nike ‘Yellow Zest’ Signature Shoe at Crypto.com Arena

July 9, 2026
Caitlin Clark Debuts Vibrant Nike ‘Yellow Zest’ Signature Shoe at Crypto.com Arena

Caitlin Clark gave fans a first look at the Nike “Yellow Zest” colorway of her signature shoes Caitlin 1 during Wednesday’s shootaround at Crypto.com Arena. This iteration of her signature shoe features a bold yellow upper, racer blue detailing, and her signature No. 22 stamped on the heel. Retailing for $140, the pair drops in Holiday 2026.

Clark celebrated the preview by draining a pre-game money shot in her Fever gear, though Indiana later dropped the matchup to the Sparks 106-92, fueled by a 24-point performance from Nneka Ogwumike.

Sparks Defeat Fever 106-92 in Caitlin Clark’s Return from Injury

July 9, 2026
Sparks Defeat Fever 106-92 in Caitlin Clark’s Return from Injury

The Los Angeles Sparks snapped a three-game losing streak on Wednesday night, defeating the Indiana Fever 106-92 at Crypto.com Arena. The highly anticipated matchup marked the return of Fever star Caitlin Clark, who scored nine points in 16 minutes on a strict minutes restriction after missing two games with a back injury.

Despite Clark’s return, Indiana was short-handed with Aliyah Boston sidelined due to a leg injury. Kelsey Mitchell shouldered the load for the Fever, exploding for a game-high 29 points. However, the Sparks’ dynamic frontcourt proved too much to handle. Nneka Ogwumike dominant performance led Los Angeles with 24 points and eight rebounds, while Rae Burrell added 22 and Dearica Hamby chipped in 21.

After Indiana jumped to an early 10-point lead (25 – 15), the Sparks surged ahead in the second quarter and never looked back, frustrating the Fever’s defense to secure a crucial home victory.

Injuries
Sparks are still without their leading scorer Kelsey Plum who is out due to a lower left leg injury and Cameron Brink for a left ankle injury. Fever sat out Aliyah Boston because of right leg injury.

Game highlights;

The Sparks defeat the Fever, 106-92, behind five players in double figures!

Nneka Ogwumike: 24 PTS | 8 REB | 5 AST
Rae Burrell: 22 PTS (9-15 FG)
Dearica Hamby: 21 PTS | 9 REB
Ariel Atkins: 12 PTS | 2 STL
Erica Wheeler: 12 PTS | 6 AST | 4 REB

Next
Fever will travel to Phoenix for a rematch with the Mercury this Thursday.
Sparks will host Chicago Sky Friday evening.

Paramount Releases Official Movie Trailer of Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender

July 8, 2026

Based on the animated series created by Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, this new story in the Avatar universe sees Aang learn of an ancient power that could save his culture from extinction. With the help of his friends, he embarks on a global quest to find it before it falls into the wrong hands and threatens to upend the peace they sacrificed everything to achieve.

On Wikipedia, “Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender is an upcoming American animated fantasy film directed by Lauren Montgomery from a screenplay by Tim Hedrick and Christopher Yost, based on a story by Bryan Konietzko, Michael Dante DiMartino, Hedrick, and Kenneth Lin. It is a continuation of the animated television series Avatar: The Last Airbender (2005–2008) and prequel of The Legend of Korra (2012–2014), created by Konietzko and DiMartino, and the first production of Avatar Studios. The film stars the voices of Eric Nam, Dave Bautista, Jessica Matten, Román Zaragoza, Dionne Quan, Taika Waititi, Geraldine Viswanathan, Ronny Chieng, Ken Jeong, Dee Bradley Baker, Steven Yeun, Freida Pinto, and Ke Huy Quan. The story follows Team Avatar as they discover Tagah, a surviving airbender, and join him in searching for an airbending staff to bring back the Air Nomads.”

Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender movie poster via @paramountplus;

Image: Avatar Aang- The Last Airbender Movie Poster

Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender will be direct to streaming and will be Paramount Plus starting this July 25th.

Full list of 2026 WNBA All-Star Starters and Reserves Announced

July 8, 2026
Full list of 2026 WNBA All-Star Starters and Reserves Announced

It’s now complete, the WNBA released the full list of WNBA All-Star Starters and Reserves in this year’s WNBA All-Star Game in Chicago.

Below is the full roster of 2026 AT&T WNBA All-Stars.

All-Star Starters
PLAYER POSITION TEAM
PaigeBueckers Guard Dallas Wings
Caitlin Clark Guard Indiana Fever
^Olivia Miles Guard Minnesota Lynx
Kelsey Mitchell Guard Indiana Fever
Aliyah Boston Frontcourt Indiana Fever
Natasha Howard Frontcourt Minnesota Lynx
^Jessica Shepard Frontcourt Dallas Wings
Breanna Stewart Frontcourt New York Liberty
Gabby Williams Frontcourt Golden StateValkyries
A’ja Wilson Frontcourt Las Vegas Aces
All-Star Reserves
PLAYER POSITION TEAM
Sonia Citron Guard Washington Mystics
Allisha Gray Guard Atlanta Dream
Rhyne Howard Guard Atlanta Dream
Marina Mabrey Guard Toronto Tempo
Kelsey Plum Guard Los Angeles Sparks
Courtney Williams Guard Minnesota Lynx
Jackie Young Guard Las Vegas Aces
Kiki Iriafen Frontcourt Washington Mystics
Jonquel Jones Frontcourt New York Liberty
^Dominique Malonga Frontcourt Seattle Storm
Nneka Ogwumike Frontcourt Los Angeles Sparks
Angel Reese Frontcourt Atlanta Dream

The WNBA All-Star Weekend is set for July 23–25. The centerpiece of the three-day celebration is the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game on Saturday, July 25. Leading up to the game, fans can enjoy the Kia WNBA Shooting Stars and the State Farm WNBA 3-Point Contest on Friday, July 24, airing on ESPN at 8 p.m. ET from Wintrust Arena. Additionally, the WNBA Live fan festival, presented by AWS, will run from Thursday evening through Saturday at McCormick Place.

Samsung Confirms July 2026 Galaxy Unpacked in London: “A New Shape Unfolds”

July 8, 2026
Samsung Confirms July 2026 Galaxy Unpacked in London: “A New Shape Unfolds”

Samsung has officially sent out invitations for its next Galaxy Unpacked event, scheduled for July 22, 2026, in London, U.K. Dubbed with the compelling tagline “A New Shape Unfolds,” the presentation is set to showcase the tech giant’s latest innovations at Old Billingsgate.

The 2026 Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event is heavily expected to spotlight the evolution of Galaxy AI alongside an expanded foldable lineup, including the highly anticipated Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8. Teasers (embedded below) heavily hint at a shorter, wider form factor that could completely redefine mobile multitasking in the AI era.

Tech enthusiasts worldwide can catch the global livestream on July 22 via Samsung’s official website, Newsroom, and YouTube channel, beginning at 2:00 PM BST. Pre-reservations are already open, offering exclusive perks for early adopters.

Australia routs Gilas Pilipinas for 50-points to advance to the second round (92 – 49)

July 7, 2026
Australia routs Gilas Pilipinas for 50-points to advance to the second round (92 – 49)

FIBA;

Australia never trailed and led for 38:05 as they delivered a blowout win over the Philippines, 92-49, on July 6, 2026, at RAC Arena in Perth in the 1st Round of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers. The hosts seized control with a dominant opening quarter, built a double-digit cushion by halftime, and continued to widen the gap in the second half, outscoring the Philippines in both the third and fourth quarters to put the game to bed.

Despite the blowout, Gilas Pilipinas (2-4) will advance to the second round of qualifiers starting this August, where they face tougher opponents. They carry over their record, leaving them with little margin for error. Meanwhile, the undefeated Boomers (6-0) comfortably march forward, safely securing the top spot in Group E for the second round.

Full Game highlights;

Wimbledon 2026: Jasmine Paolini Outlasts Alex Eala in Dynamic Three-Set Match

July 6, 2026

Alexandra Eala’s historic run at the 2026 Wimbledon tournament ended with a thrilling match on Monday, July 6, in the Round of 16. After beating defending champion Iga Swiatek in the previous round, the 21-year-old Filipina star pushed Italy’s Jasmine Paolini to her limits before losing 6-4, 4-6, 6-3.

Paolini took early control of the match, serving well to win the first set. Showing the fight that defined her tournament, Eala hit back with aggressive shots from the baseline to win three straight games and take the second set. In the final set, the two players were tied at 3-3 before Paolini’s experience helped her win the final games.

Despite the loss, Eala’s great performance made her the first Filipino player in the Open Era to reach the second week of a Grand Slam tournament.

Jasmine Paolini’s next opponent in the quarter-finals of Wimbledon will be the 12th seed, Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine. Kostyuk advanced to the final eight after defeating America’s Ashlyn Krueger 6-4, 6-4. Paolini holds a 2-1 head-to-head advantage over Kostyuk coming into their upcoming matchup.

Indiana Fever Secure First-Ever Road Win Against Las Vegas Aces, 84-68

July 6, 2026

The Indiana Fever secured a milestone 84-68 victory over the Las Vegas Aces on Sunday night, marking their first-ever franchise win against the Aces in Las Vegas.

The highly anticipated matchup lacked its usual generational marquee billing, as both teams played short-handed. Indiana’s electric guard Caitlin Clark was sidelined for her third consecutive game while recovering from a back injury. Meanwhile, Las Vegas was forced to operate without their anchor and four-time league MVP, A’ja Wilson, who missed her third straight game due to an ankle injury.

Despite the missing star power, the Fever capitalized on a dominant second-half surge. The undisputed top performer of the night was Indiana guard Kelsey Mitchell. Celebrating her recent All-Star starter selection, Mitchell put on a masterclass by scoring a game-high 27 points, converting 10-of-12 free throws, and hitting timely buckets whenever Las Vegas threatened. She was supported by Aliyah Boston, who dominated the interior with 18 points and 10 rebounds. Jackie Young led the struggling Aces with 15 points, but Las Vegas simply could not find their rhythm, collapsing to their lowest-scoring output of the season.

Game highlights;

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The Indiana Fever will play the first game of a back-to-back road stretch this Thursday against the LA Sparks, followed by a matchup against the Phoenix Mercury on Friday. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Aces will have almost a week off before traveling to Portland to take on the Fire this Friday.

ICYMI: New Zealand Tall Blacks Outlast Gilas Pilipinas in Double-Overtime Classic (106 – 102)

July 5, 2026

FIBA;

Reuben Te Rangi delivered 22 points as New Zealand survived a double-overtime thriller, edging the Philippines 106-102 on July 3, 2026 at Spark Arena in Auckland in a 1st Round game of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers. The Tall Blacks led for much of the night, but the game remained tightly contested, stretching through regulation and both extra periods before a winner finally emerged. New Zealand ultimately withstood a fierce late charge to seal the deal in front of their home fans.

Here’s the full game highlights between New Zealand Tall Blacks and Gilas Pilipinas;

Next
Gilas Pilipinas will face the Australians in the First Round of Group A this July 6th at the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia.
The New Zealand Tall Blacks will host Guam at the Eventfinda Stadium in Auckland, New Zealand, on July 6th as well.

How Rafa Nadal Academy Scholarship at 13 Launched Alexandra Eala to WTA Top 30  

July 5, 2026

Arthur Millot, writing for TennisTemple;

Her destiny shifted during a well-known event among junior tennis specialists: Les Petits As.

Her performance caught attention, and recruiters from the Spanish academy spotted her.

A moment she’ll never forget: “We were there and we won, and the Rafa Nadal Academy contacted me, so it was a big event.”

This contact marked a decisive turning point, as the Rafa Nadal Academy offered her a scholarship.

A rare privilege for a young player from a country lacking major tennis infrastructure.

This support changed everything: no more financial pressure, access to top-level facilities, daily professional coaching.

This is Alex Eala’s origin story.

A short article but worth reading specially if you’re one the people who follows her tennis career.

Although she comes from a privileged background, what Alex has achieved at this stage in her tennis career still takes immense hard work and training.

Solo Leveling: Beyond the System Film Announced Crunchyroll and Aniplex

July 5, 2026

Crunchyroll and Aniplex have officially announced Solo Leveling: Beyond the System, a brand-new theatrical anime feature film. Revealed during Anime Expo 2026, the upcoming movie will serve as a direct continuation of the globally acclaimed anime series, picking up right where Season 2, Arise from the Shadows, left off after the high-stakes Hunters Guild Gate and Jeju Island arcs.

Image: Solo Leveling: Beyond the System Movie Poster

A-1 Pictures returns to handle the animation, ensuring consistent, high-octane production quality. While a specific release date remains under wraps, fans were treated to a dramatic new key visual and a promotional concept video tracking Sung Jinwoo’s next dangerous trials. The film marks a massive big-screen milestone for the global franchise, and the concept footage looks incredible—particularly its unique combination of real-world elements and animation.

Solo Leveling: Beyond the System | Companion Concept Video

Solo Leveling may be following the playbook of Demon Slayer by releasing a theatrical film to bridge the gap between seasons, thereby maximizing both the profitability and global marketability of the property.

ASUS ExpertBook Ultra now in the Philippines

July 5, 2026
ASUS ExpertBook Ultra now in the Philippines

ASUS Business Philippines has officially launched the flagship ExpertBook Ultra, an AI-powered premium laptop tailored for mobile executives. Weighing just 0.99kg with a svelte 10.9mm profile, this featherweight workstation is built from aerospace-grade magnesium-aluminum alloy.

Under the hood, it features up to an Intel Core Ultra X9 processor, a 50 TOPS NPU for localized AI workloads, and a stunning 14-inch 3K Tandem OLED touchscreen.

Image: ASUS ExpertBook Ultra via asus.com/ph

Here are the key specs of the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra;

Specification Details
Model P5405CSA (Misty Grey)
Operating System Windows 11 Pro
Processor • Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 Processor 258V 32GB 2.2 GHz(12MB Cache, up to 4.8 GHz, 8 cores, 8 Threads); Intel® AI Boost NPU up to 47 TOPS
• Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 Processor 226V 16GB 2.1 GHz (8MB Cache, up to 4.5GHz, 8 cores, 8 Threads); Intel® AI Boost NPU up to 40 TOPS
Neural Processor Intel® AI Boost NPU (Up to 47 TOPS)
Graphics • Intel® Arc™ 140V GPU
• Intel® Arc™ 130V GPU
Display 14.0-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) 16:10, Non-touch,Anti-glare, LED Backlit, 400 nits, 100% sRGB, 90% screen-to-body ratio
Memory • 16GB LPDDR5X
• 32GB LPDDR5X
Storage • 512 GB M.2 2280 NVMe™ PCIe® 4.0 SSD
• 1TB M.2 2280 NVMe™ PCIe® 4.0 SSD
Expansion Slots • 1x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0×4
• 1x M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0×4
I/O Ports • 2x Thunderbolt™ 4 (supports display / power delivery / USB4compliance)
• 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
• 1x USB 2.0 Type-A
• 1x HDMI 2.1
Camera 1080p FHD camera with IR function (supports WindowsHello) and privacy shutter
Audio Dolby Atmos, Smart Amp Technology, built-in arraymicrophone
Connectivity Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)/Wi-Fi 7(802.11be) (Triple band)2*2 + Bluetooth® 5.4 Wireless Card
Battery 63WHrs, 3S1P, 3-cell Li-ion (Long-life rechargeablelithium polymer)
Power Supply TYPE-C, 65W AC Adapter (Output: 20V DC, 3.25A; Input:100~240V AC universal)
Durability US MIL-STD 810H military-grade standard
Security Microsoft Pluton, Fingerprint sensor (integrated withPower Key), IR webcam, Kensington Nano Security Slot™, BIOS Self Recovery,TPM support
Weight Starts from 1.20 kg (2.65 lbs)
Dimensions 31.20x 22.32 x 1.28 ~ 1.64 cm (12.28″ x 8.79″ x 0.50″ ~ 0.65″)

The ASUS ExpertBook Ultra is now available nationwide through authorized physical stores and official Lazada and Shopee e-commerce platforms. Pricing starts at PHP 129,995, with select early bird promotional bundles available for early adopters.

Source: Yugatech

Alex Eala Dethrones Defending Champion Iga Swiatek to Advance Wimbledon Last 16

July 4, 2026

Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala created monumental history at the 2026 Wimbledon Championships, stunning defending champion and world No. 3 Iga Swiatek in a thrilling third-round clash on Centre Court. The 21-year-old Eala displayed remarkable composure to oust the Polish superstar in straight sets, 7-6(9), 6-2.

The opening frame was an absolute marathon. Eala initially led 5-3 before Swiatek mounted a furious rally, saving multiple set points to force a tiebreak. Showing incredible resilience, the 29th-seeded Eala survived a tense 11-9 tiebreak battle to claim the upper hand. Carrying that electric momentum directly into the second set, Eala broke early and dictated play, sealing the historic upset with clinical poise.

In the post-game interview, Eala praised Swiatek and the fans on Centre Court at Wimbledon: “I don’t know how to describe it. I’m in the 2nd week of a slam. It’s amazing for me. Iga is a phenomenal player and a really nice person. I’m really grateful to be able to share Centre court with her at Wimbledon. I’m really emotional. Maybe for someone like Iga who’s won so many slams or someone like Serena or Venus, this achievement may seem small.. but for someone who grew up in the Philippines.”

With this monumental victory, Eala becomes the first Filipino player in the Open Era to reach the Round of 16 at Wimbledon, beautifully securing her ticket to the second week of a Grand Slam.

Eala’s next match will be against Jasmine Paolini (the tournament’s 13th seed) in the Round of 16 this Monday, July 6th.

A’ja Wilson is the Western Conference Player of the Month for June

July 3, 2026

Just like with Caitlin Clark, WNBA release a 10-mins highlight video;

A’ja Wilson claims her second Western Conference #KiaPOTM honors after a MONSTER June:

♠️ 26.5 PPG
♠️ 10.3 RPG
♠️ 2.9 APG

Alex Eala defeats Maya Joint to advance to 2026 Wimbledon 3rd round

July 2, 2026

Filipina tennis sensation Alex Eala secured a historic milestone at the 2026 Wimbledon Championships, roaring back to defeat Australia’s Maya Joint 3–6, 6–2, 6–0 on Thursday, July 2nd. The 29th-seeded Eala initially struggled to find her rhythm on Court 3, dropping the opening set to a dangerous opponent who had just upset 23-time Grand Slam icon Serena Williams.

Backed by a passionate, flag-waving Filipino crowd that felt like a home audience, Eala completely turned the tide with supreme grit. She adjusted her baseline depth and attacked the net aggressively. After commanding the second set, Eala unleashed a flawless performance in the decider, handing Joint a 6–0 “bagel.” This victory successfully avenged a heartbreaking loss to Joint at last year’s Eastbourne finals and established Eala as the first-ever Filipino singles player in the Open Era to reach the third round of a Grand Slam.

Next;
Eala’s historic breakthrough sets up a blockbuster third-round clash against World No. 3 and defending champion Iga Swiatek. This highly anticipated singles encounter is scheduled for Saturday, July 4, 2026. Before that singles showdown, Eala takes the court for opening-round doubles action alongside partner Nikola Bartunkova against Sofia Kenin and Jelena Ostapenko.

Sony to close the PlayStation Store for the PS3 and PS Vita

July 2, 2026
Sony to close the PlayStation Store for the PS3 and PS Vita

Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced the final closure of the PlayStation Store for the PS3 and PS Vita, officially bringing an end to digital commerce for the legacy platforms. The Sony Playstation 3 was release in November 2006, while PS Vita in December 2011.

The shutdown follows a staggered, regional rollout. The storefront will close first on the PS3 in August 2026 across Mexico, Honduras, and Nicaragua, followed by additional Latin American and Middle Eastern markets later in the year. The final, global shutdown of the digital marketplace for both the PS3 and PS Vita will take place in July 2027.

Sony explained that the aging hardware can no longer support modern commerce systems or strict payment processing standards. While new digital purchases will completely cease after the respective cutoff dates, Sony assured users that they will still be able to redownload their previously purchased games and media for the foreseeable future.

USA Basketball Announces 2027 FIBA Men’s World Cup Qualifying Roster

July 2, 2026

Here’s the official roster of the 2026 USA Men’s World Cup Qualifying Team;

  • Pedro Bradshaw
  • Izaiah Brockington
  • Torrey Craig
  • Jacob Gilyard
  • Dewan Hernandez
  • Jay Huff
  • Mike James
  • Orlando Robinson
  • Matt Ryan
  • Terry Taylor
  • Jarrod Uthoff
  • Gabe York

The team will be lead by Head coach Stephen Silas with assistants Marlon Garnett, Clay Moser and Patrick Mutombo.

The USA are schedule to take on Dominican Republic in Santo Domingo this July 3rd. The squad will then travel to Zacatecas, Mexico, with the game scheduled to tip off at 10 p.m. ET on July 6th.

Sony Stopping Physical Discs for New PlayStation Releases by January 2028

July 2, 2026
Sony Stopping Physical Discs for New PlayStation Releases by January 2028

Sony Interactive Entertainment has officially announced that it will permanently discontinue physical disc production for all new PlayStation games starting in January 2028. Moving forward, all new releases will be exclusively available in digital formats through the PlayStation Store or as digital download codes via traditional retailers.

The company stated that the transition is a natural evolution to align with modern entertainment trends, noting that consumer preference for digital media now significantly outpaces physical sales. The mandate will not affect games released prior to the January 2028 cutoff date.

While Sony frames this as a necessary modernization, the decision has sparked immediate backlash from gaming communities and collectors. Critics argue that a digital-only marketplace erodes consumer ownership rights, eliminates the used game economy, and gives platform holders absolute control over game pricing. The move signals a major turning point for console gaming, pushing the industry closer to an entirely disc-free future.

Breaking: Boston Celtics Sending Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George and Draft Picks

July 2, 2026

Boston got the shorter end of this deal but I think the team thinks that it’s better for them to get Paul George than deal with a disgruntled player after the Giannis deal fell through.

Here are more details on the trade;

76ers receive;

  • Jaylen Brown

Celtics receive

  • Paul George
  • 2028 first-round pick
  • 2031 first-round pick (via PHI)
  • 2028 second-round pick (best of GSW/OKC/MIL)
  • 2030 second-round pick (best of WAS/POR/PHX)

Source: NBA

Netflix releases Official Trailer of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2

July 1, 2026

New legends. Same Night City.
CYBERPUNK: EDGERUNNERS 2

Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 presents a new standalone 10-episode story from the world of Cyberpunk 2077, coming this fall, only on Netflix.

Season 1 of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is available for streaming only on Netflix.

Maya Joint takes down Serena Williams at 2026 Wimbledon

July 1, 2026

Cole Bambini wrote, “Serena Williams gave Wimbledon another chance to look at the sport’s greatness on Tuesday. And for her opponent Maya Joint — who defeated the seven-time Wimbledon champion 6-3, 6-7 (6), 6-3 in Williams’ first singles match in nearly four years — she fulfilled a lifelong dream and won the biggest match of her career.”

The win sets up a July 2nd match between Maya Joint and Alex Eala, who took care of her opponent in an earlier match.

Kawhi Leonard Traded back to the Raptors

July 1, 2026

ESPN;

The LA Clippers have agreed to trade All-NBA forward Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, unprotected first-round picks in 2031 and 2033, a 2027 first-round pick swap and two second-round picks, sources told ESPN on Tuesday.

The deal marks a return to Canada for the star who led the Raptors to an NBA title in 2019, winning Finals MVP after he averaged 28.5 points per game in the victory over the Golden State Warriors.

It wouldn’t be surprising to see Leonard return to Toronto, especially if the Raptors are willing to sign him to a two-year, $123.7 million extension. Furthermore, the team boasts a lot of promising young talent, namely Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, and rookie Allen Graves, whom they drafted 19th overall.