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Duke men’s basketball has named Boston Celtics star and former Blue Devil Jayson Tatum its first-ever Chief Basketball Officer, a new role created by head coach Jon Scheyer. In this volunteer position, Tatum will serve as a mentor and advisor, offering insight on player development, leadership, and the transition to professional basketball. He’ll also support the coaching staff with roster strategy and help ensure the program meets NBA-level standards on and off the court.

Jaden and Willow Smith are entering the anime world through a partnership with N LITE, a Black-owned studio based in the U.S. and Tokyo. Jaden will executive produce and voice a role in Mfinda, an epic fantasy film inspired by Congolese folklore, alongside major collaborators like GKIDS, JuVee Productions, and anime legend Masao Maruyama. Meanwhile, Willow will executive produce and voice a role in Webe: Spirit Detective, a horror-thriller based on Gullah Geechee folklore. 

NBC is bringing music icon Lenny Kravitz on board to launch Sunday Night Basketball, the network’s primetime NBA broadcast debuting in early 2026. Kravitz will star in and perform the weekly show open, which will air exclusively before each game. His anthem will premiere in full on Feb. 1 ahead of a doubleheader featuring the Los Angeles Lakers vs. New York Knicks and the Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Denver Nuggets, both airing on NBC and Peacock.

A TV game show based on the hit puzzle game Wordle is reportedly in production at NBC, with Jimmy Fallon producing and Today anchor Savannah Guthrie set to host. The pilot, currently filming in the UK per Variety, is produced by Universal Television Alternative Studio and Fallon’s Electric Hot Dog banner. Originally created by Josh Wardle in 2021 and later acquired by The New York Times, Wordle saw 5.3 billion plays in 2024 alone.

Thirty original paintings by beloved TV artist Bob Ross will be auctioned to support small and rural public television stations facing federal funding cuts. Organized by Bob Ross Inc. and auction house Bonhams, the first sale will take place in Los Angeles on Nov. 11, with additional auctions planned in London, New York, Boston, and online. All proceeds will help stations afford licensing fees for popular programs such as The Best of Joy of Painting, America’s Test Kitchen, and This Old House. 

Unrivaled, founded by Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart, has partnered with Studio71 to strengthen its digital and social media presence. The collaboration aims to grow the professional women’s 3-on-3 league’s reach, particularly on YouTube, by attracting subscribers and boosting engagement. The sophomore season tips off on Jan. 5, 2026.

Netflix is set to air One Shot with Ed Sheeran, a musical experience debuting Nov. 21. Directed by Emmy winner Philip Barantini of Adolescence fame, the special follows Sheeran in real time through the streets of New York City, performing his biggest hits in a single, continuous take. Viewers can also look forward to candid moments and fan interactions. The special is produced by Fulwell Entertainment and Ben Winston, with Sheeran and Barantini also serving as executive producers.

Lululemon and Fanatics are expanding their NHL partnership with a fan apparel collection that now includes all 32 teams for the 2025-26 season. Merch for both men and women includes items such as half-zips, hoodies, and a crossbody camera bag. The campaign features NHL personalities like Paul “Biz” Bissonnette, Megan Eugenio, and Zac Bell. A limited release is set to drop Oct. 8 on Lululemon’s website, with the full collection available through Fanatics, NHL sites, and select team stores.

North Carolina‘s planned season-long documentary with Hulu has been canceled, Inside Carolina reports. The docuseries was intended to deliver a behind-the-scenes look during Bill Belichick’s first season with the program. However, with UNC off to a 2–3 start and struggling against power conference opponents, the project is no longer moving forward. The team is currently on a bye week and will face Cal next Saturday.

Prime Video announced Tuesday the cast for Kevin, a new adult animated comedy created by and starring Aubrey Plaza. Jason Schwartzman will voice the title character, with Whoopi Goldberg, John Waters, Aparna Nancherla, Gil Ozeri, and Amy Sedaris also featured in the cast. Loosely inspired by a real-life breakup and the cat caught in the middle, Kevin follows the feline’s journey from a cozy apartment to a chaotic pet rescue in Queens.

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Vinciane Ngomsi

Vinciane Ngomsi is a Staff Writer at Boardroom. She began her career in sports journalism with bylines at SB Nation, USA Today, and most recently Yahoo. She received a bachelor's degree in Political Science from Truman State University, and when she's not watching old clips of Serena Williams' best matches, she is likely perfecting her signature chocolate chip cookie recipe or preparing a traditional Cameroonian meal.