Stephen Curry’s Historic 4,000th 3-Pointer Gets Its Own IMAX Film
Stephen Curry’s record-setting 4,000th career 3-pointer is coming to the big screen. Portrait of an Artist: Stephen Curry, an ESPN Films documentary directed by Gotham Chopra, will debut exclusively in IMAX theaters Oct. 9. Filmed with 21 IMAX cameras at Chase Center, the film captures the Golden State Warriors star’s historic game against the Sacramento Kings while exploring the creativity and discipline behind his shooting expertise, featuring perspectives from artists including Viola Davis, Rick Rubin, and Jon Batiste.
‘New York Post’ Strikes First-Look Deal to Bring Its Archives to Screen
The New York Post is turning its reporting archive into a new pipeline for film and TV. The Rupert Murdoch-owned tabloid has struck a first-look deal with Crazy Legs Productions to develop scripted and unscripted projects spanning true crime, pop culture, and sports. The partnership will mine decades of Post coverage, including stories from the recently launched California Post, for movies, series, documentaries, and streaming projects.
Cale Makar Makes NHL History With $163.2M Deal, First $20M AAV
The Colorado Avalanche have made Cale Makar the NHL’s first $20 million-a-year player, signing the star defenseman to a record eight-year, $163.2 million extension through 2034-35. Makar, 27, will carry a $20.4 million average annual value, becoming the highest-paid player in the history of the league. Since entering the NHL, Makar has recorded 507 points in 470 games, establishing himself as one of hockey’s premier defensemen and locking in his future in Colorado.
Billionaire Boys Club, Yankees Return With Second Collaboration
Billionaire Boys Club and the New York Yankees are back with the second drop of their ongoing collaboration, this time with a 14-piece collection designed to bring Yankees style beyond the ballpark. The lineup includes embroidered denim, outerwear, tees, quarter-zips, and headwear, while Billionaire Girls Club adds a dedicated women’s assortment. Priced from $60 to $600, Drop II is available now through BBC, Yankees, MLB Shop, and New Era.
‘GTA 6’ Preview Sends Take-Two Shares Higher as Hype Explodes
The hype around Grand Theft Auto 6 is translating into serious business momentum. Take-Two shares rose after the first official preview triggered reported bandwidth issues on Netflix and Twitch, underscoring massive interest in Rockstar’s long-awaited sequel. Newzoo estimates global preorders have already reached $260 million and projects as much as $4.5 billion in sales during launch week. GTA 6 arrives Nov. 19 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Apple Raises Apple TV, Apple One Prices in the U.S.
Apple is raising subscription prices for Apple TV and Apple One in the U.S., meaning fans who have already started the new season of Ted Lasso will have to pay more to finish it. Apple TV now costs $14.99 per month or $119 annually, up from $12.99 and $99, respectively, while the individual Apple One plan rises to $21.95 from $19.95. The increases take effect Aug. 28 for new subscribers, with existing subscribers receiving a month’s notice before they’re charged the new rates. It’s Apple TV’s fourth price hike in four years.
Rays Clear Final Hurdle for $2.36B New Tampa Ballpark
The Tampa Bay Rays are formally headed to a new $2.36 billion ballpark after Hillsborough County commissioners approved the public funding plan 5-2 Friday, following the Tampa City Council’s 4-3 approval Thursday. The two jurisdictions will provide up to $876 million toward the stadium, which will anchor a mixed-use development on Hillsborough College’s Dale Mabry campus. The vote ends a two-decade search for a new home and clears the way for financing and construction.
‘Coyote vs. Acme’ Survives Hollywood Limbo, Finally Hits Theaters
After nearly three years on the shelf, Coyote vs. Acme is finally hitting theaters, with Ketchup Entertainment’s rescue of the Warner Bros. film off to a solid start. The live-action/animated comedy earned $1.7 million in previews, including $446,000 from last weekend’s sneak screenings. The Dave Green-directed film is tracking for roughly $15 million this weekend. Green called the theatrical release a “win” for the cast, crew, and fans who fought to get the movie released.
ACC Joins SEC, Big Ten, Others in Banning Pro Athletes Returning to College
The ACC has unanimously banned professional athletes from returning to college football and men’s and women’s basketball, aligning with the SEC, Big Ten, and other Power 4 conferences. The policy covers players who declared for a pro draft without withdrawing, signed professional contracts, or appeared on pro rosters, though a Louisiana judge has temporarily blocked the SEC from enforcing its ban on players with NFL ties. The move follows a court ruling granting certain 2022 recruits a fifth year of eligibility.
K-Swiss Expands Tennis Push With New ATP Partnership
K-Swiss is making a bigger play in tennis with a new three-year footwear partnership with the ATP beginning in 2027. The deal will outfit ATP officials, physios, and leadership, while giving top-250 players without footwear sponsors access to K-Swiss through the ATP Baseline program. The brand will also launch five co-branded ATP shoes in March 2027, expanding its footprint beyond its core markets and strengthening its position as a tennis-first footwear brand.
NCAA Proposes Shorter Transfer Portal Window, New Football Calendar
The NCAA is advancing major changes to the college football offseason and transfer portal, with final approval expected in October. The proposed rules would shrink the January transfer portal window from 15 days to 10, while allowing teams up to 21 out-of-season practices across two periods. The calendar could also move the start of the season to the Thursday of Week 0, beginning in 2027, giving programs more flexibility in how they prepare.
Good Good Fallout Deepens as PGA Tour, Golf Channel, Callaway Pull Away
Golf Channel has canceled Big Break x Good Good as fallout from the YouTube golf brand’s controversial Callaway ad continues. Good Good CEO Matt Kendrick broke his public silence Thursday, accusing Callaway of approving the ad before “dropping us in a coordinated media blitz.” The PGA Tour has also removed Good Good as title sponsor of its November event, while Golf Galaxy and Callaway have also distanced themselves.
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