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Fans are getting their first look at Jalen Brunson‘s upcoming turn on Law & Order: SVU. A newly released trailer shows the New York Knicks star in action as Detective Madison, sharing a scene with Mariska Hargitay‘s Olivia Benson. The episode is set to air Nov. 5, giving viewers a glimpse of Brunson’s transition from NBA Finals MVP to the fictional New York police force. The moment is a dream come true for Brunson, who told Boardroom that appearing on SVU has long been on his bucket list.

Catch the episode teaser here. >>>

Dua Lipa, SZA, and Tame Impala are reportedly close to joining the Coachella 2027 lineup. The three acts are nearing confirmation for the festival’s two weekends in Indio, California, set for April 9-11 and April 16-18. Organizers also reportedly pursued BTS and Rage Against the Machine, though both declined. Coachella is expected to reveal its full lineup in the coming weeks.

Kobe Bryant’s game-worn Lower Merion High School jersey sold for a record $2.2 million at Sotheby’s, setting a new auction high for a high school basketball uniform. The sale, which closed Oct. 28, drew 26 bids from seven collectors and surpassed the previous record of $1.3 million set by a LeBron James jersey in 2024. The same Bryant uniform sold for just $51,400 in 2013, underscoring the growth of the sports memorabilia market.

Binance is dealing with the largest hack in cryptocurrency history, with attackers stealing an estimated $6.3 billion in digital assets. The world’s largest crypto exchange suspended withdrawals and pledged to reimburse customers, while roughly $3 billion in stolen funds has been frozen. The FBI and Secret Service are investigating, with blockchain intelligence firms attributing the attack to North Korean hackers. The breach also sent Bitcoin below $77,000 amid renewed concerns over crypto security.

The Miami Heat have unveiled an updated version of Dwyane Wade’s statue outside their arena, featuring a redesigned head. Two years after the original unveiling sparked widespread criticism over its lack of resemblance to the Hall of Famer, Wade and the team have introduced a new version that more accurately captures his likeness. Wade said the decision came after listening to fans and recognizing the importance of getting it right for a tribute honoring one of the franchise’s most celebrated players.

Dallas Wings star Azzi Fudd and Cash App have teamed up to give back to the city she now calls home, unveiling a renovated basketball court at Casa Linda Park in Dallas. Developed with nonprofit Project Backboard, the space is designed to give local youth a place to develop their game, build confidence, and connect through sports. The project extends Cash App and Fudd’s partnership, which has included youth basketball programming and a $35,000 donation to girls’ sports nonprofit, Rae’s Hope.

Brett Yormark is stepping down as Big 12 Commissioner after four years overseeing a major transformation of the conference and college sports. Announced Friday, his departure takes effect Jan. 31, 2027, ending a tenure that included the additions of Colorado, Arizona, Arizona State, Utah, BYU, Cincinnati, Houston, and UCF, along with a $2.28 billion television deal with ESPN and Fox. Yormark originally signed an extension through 2030.

The NFL will face another trial over its Sunday Ticket broadcasting practices after a federal appeals court revived a consumer lawsuit tied to a $4.7 billion jury verdict. The 9th Circuit ruled that a lower court improperly overturned the 2024 decision, which found the league violated antitrust laws through its exclusive broadcasting agreements. The case now returns to district court for a new determination of damages, reopening a costly legal battle over the league’s media rights strategy.

In other NFL news, Cinemark is bringing Monday Night Football to the big screen, testing a new live sports experience with a Dec. 7 matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and Seattle Seahawks at its flagship Plano, Texas, theater. The one-night event will feature a pregame tailgate, team appearances, exclusive concessions, and a $30 ticket option for the theater’s largest XD screen. Tickets go on sale Nov. 10 as Cinemark explores movie theaters as another destination for live sports.

Amazon’s AI-driven cloud business continued to gain momentum in the third quarter, but growth wasn’t enough to offset a miss on overall earnings. Amazon Web Services generated $46 billion in revenue, up 39% year over year and ahead of analyst expectations. However, Amazon fell short of Wall Street’s forecasts for both total revenue and earnings per share. The company also reported $77.3 billion in capital expenditures as it pours resources into AI infrastructure to meet growing demand for computing capacity.

Yeti is expanding beyond coolers and drinkware with its first performance apparel collection, introducing technical outerwear and layering pieces for men and women. The debut lineup includes down and rain jackets, fleece, and merino wool tops, with prices ranging from $180 to $400. The company says the move builds on years of consumer demand for branded clothing and its focus on durable, field-tested products. Yeti plans to add more styles and colors in 2027.


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