Charles Barkley agrees to $100M TNT contract - NASCAR fans call for punishment for Wallace - Logano wins NASCAR Cup Series race at Las Vegas - Celtics release new Russell tribute uniform - Titans' new stadium deal
Charles Barkley agrees to $100M+ TNT contract
Charles Barkley and TNT have agreed to a new 10-year deal that is reportedly worth well over $100 million. The New York Post reported: "The exact amount Barkley will make is not yet known if he fulfills the entire contract, but it will be well in excess of $100 million and could approach $200 million."
NASCAR fans call for punishment for Bubba Wallace after actions against Kyle Larson
NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace is facing a backlash from fans after he violently shoved fellow driver Kyle Larson. Wallace also put his hands on a NASCAR official during his spat with Larson.
It all stemmed from Larson giving a slight tap to Wallace's car in an attempted pass, causing Wallace to brush up against the wall. Wallace then pursued Larson, slamming into the rear end causing both cars to spin out. NASCAR officials are investigating to see if Wallace's actions were deliberate.
Larson admitted that Wallace had reason to be upset with him, NBC Sports reported.
Fans are calling for Wallace to be suspended, The Spun reported. However, both racers are likely to be disciplined for the ordeal, Fox reported.
Wallace issues apology to fans and team but not Larson
Wallace issued an apology to NASCAR, fans, his team, and sponsors on Monday, adding, "I intend to learn from this," NASCAR reported. However, he offered no apology to Larson for his violent physical actions against him. Larson never retaliated in the physical confrontation.
Joey Logano wins NASCAR Cup Series race at Las Vegas
Joey Logano won the NASCAR Cup Series 400-mile race at Las Vegas on Sunday, gathering an automatic slot in the championship race on November 6 at Phoenix, NBC Sports reported. With three laps to go, Logano passed Ross Chastain, the leader, and pulled off the victory by a mere .817 of a second.
Celtics release new Bill Russell tribute uniform
The Boston Celtics have unveiled a new ‘City Edition’ uniform that will honor the life and legacy of Bill Russell. The team will wear them on opening night. Called accents will symbolize Russell's legacy that included 11 titles in 13 years, MassLive reported. The Celtics tweeted an image here.
Titans and Nashville reach $2.1 billion deal for new domed stadium
The Tennessee Titans and the city of Nashville have agreed to a deal to build a new 1.7-million-square-foot domed stadium at an estimated cost of up to $2.1 billion, making it possible to host a Super Bowl and other major events year-round, ESPN reported. The project must still be approved by the Metro Council.
Titans' ownership has reportedly agreed to put up $800 million to help fund the project. The state of Tennessee has agreed to invest $500 million. The new stadium would be located east of the current Nissan stadium along the East Bank of the Cumberland River.