The Pi Brew
We’re back with an all new Brew. The 76ers will have a new head coach next season. Megan Fox slayed the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue. There are high expectations for the Eagles heading into next season. There’s a new front-runner to become the City’s next Mayor. We have a lot to get to as always, so lets do this. It’s Brew time!
76ers fire Doc Rivers
thank you, Doc.
full release: https://t.co/yAVbK2oMhT pic.twitter.com/9hosyb2XH4
— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) May 16, 2023
Doc’s parting message to Philly
Doc Rivers thanked the team and the fans on his Instagram @KYWNewsradio pic.twitter.com/lvvzMT86sH
— Dave Uram (@MrUram) May 16, 2023
Who will replace Doc?
What direction will the Sixers go after firing Doc Rivers?
Here is a list of potential candidates for the opening, including three who recently won NBA titles.https://t.co/UtjVExVFYL
— The Philadelphia Inquirer (@PhillyInquirer) May 17, 2023
The James Harden problem
The Sixers have a James Harden Problem
Inking him to a long-term deal may effectively close the championship window but there also really is not a better option on the market
New from me on @PhiladelphiaSN https://t.co/w1HtgSYiyU
— Sean Barnard (@Sean_Barnard1) May 17, 2023
What does Harden want?
B/R Sources: James Harden to decline player option to seek 4-year deal, Ty Lue’s reps met with Clippers to discuss future, Suns likely to guarantee Chris Paul’s contract & Portland expected to make No. 3 pick available. Details inside. https://t.co/nLlgURyv0E
— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) May 17, 2023
Stephen A. Smith takes aim at Ben Simmons
Stephen A. Smith calls out ‘sorry trifling ass’ Ben Simmons for being scared to play basketball
“You treat [basketball] as if somebody asked you to get on the front lines in Ukraine to fight Russia”
(h/t @NetsKingdomAJ )
— NBACentral (@TheNBACentral) May 16, 2023
The Spurs hit the lottery
WE GOT THAT #1 PICK!!! 🎉🎉🎉#NBADraftLottery | @Ticketmaster pic.twitter.com/8t3TD8h1EJ
— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) May 17, 2023
Full lottery results
The 2023 #NBADraftLottery presented by State Farm Results.
Watch the 2023 #NBADraft presented by State Farm on June 22nd at 8pm/et on ESPN! pic.twitter.com/qBMBH9fska
— NBA (@NBA) May 17, 2023
High expectations for the Eagles
Another masterful offseason by Eagles GM Howie Roseman leads to one inevitable conclusion:
Philadelphia Eagles, champions of Super Bowl LVIII next February. Book it, writes @GregBishopSI https://t.co/Y2GTekYaj5 pic.twitter.com/Yyy3CHMBOb
— Sports Illustrated (@SInow) May 16, 2023
What is Aaron Judge looking at?
Aaron Judge hits a home run as the Blue Jays broadcasters wonder why he keeps glancing toward the dugout pic.twitter.com/ZrOY7grbYV
— Jomboy Media (@JomboyMedia) May 16, 2023
Fanatics to acquire U.S. business of PointsBet
Daily News | Fanatics to acquire U.S. business of PointsBet as it aims to grow sports betting operating https://t.co/bhhUHIZPJH
— Philly Daily News (@PhillyDailyNews) May 15, 2023
Cherelle Parker wins Democratic nomination for Philadelphia Mayor
PRIMARY WINNER: Former city council member Cherelle Parker has won the Democratic nomination in the race for Philadelphia Mayor, according to the Associated Press.
MORE: https://t.co/QzGXKAODvr pic.twitter.com/AZcnNxq8of
— FOX 29 (@FOX29philly) May 17, 2023
That’s not good
JUST 23%
LOOK at Philadelphia’s Voter Turnout:
Only 23% of registered voters cast ballots in person & by mail in yesterday’’s primary election, according to Philadelphia City Commissioners “Unofficial 2023 Primary Election Results. pic.twitter.com/FXCqSz1cXx— Steve Keeley (@KeeleyFox29) May 17, 2023
Taylor Swift shows love to Philly
Philly was a dream, honestly. Playing three nights in the stadium I used to see on tv when my dad watched Eagles games every Sunday. The most magical 3 hometown shows a girl could hope for. Plus I got to emotionally hobble my way through singing The Best Day for my mom on… pic.twitter.com/nGIqess5aq
— Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) May 16, 2023
The celebs came out to Philly for Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift played three sold-out shows in Philly over the weekend as part of her Eras Tour, and many celebrities were spotted at Lincoln Financial Field for the concerts. https://t.co/6fWat1jhfW
— PhillyVoice (@thephillyvoice) May 15, 2023
Megan Fox smolders in the SI swimsuit edition
Get an exclusive look at Megan Fox’s SI Swimsuit shoot and her reflection on the experience. https://t.co/kDXZtzSa5i
— Sports Illustrated Swimsuit (@SI_Swimsuit) May 15, 2023
The swimsuit edition cover models
When we said this year was going to be epic, we meant it. Find out now who your 2023 SI Swimsuit cover models are!https://t.co/JmTTTteBEt
— Sports Illustrated Swimsuit (@SI_Swimsuit) May 15, 2023
Pat McAfee to ESPN is now official
ESPN has signed a mutliyear agreement with former NFL kicker Pat McAfee to host his sports commentary program on its traditional and online channels https://t.co/EiX3KTJDgo
— Bloomberg (@business) May 17, 2023
EA Sports news
EA Sports is letting FBS players opt in to its 2024 video game, via @mikerothstein:https://t.co/NkDfa2gq0U
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 17, 2023
Is Ja Morant self-sabotaging on purpose?
WATCH: Fat Joe believes Ja Morant is purposefully trying to get kicked out of the NBA after being suspended again by the league for flashing a gun on social mediahttps://t.co/lkb0dcZJuL
— XXL Magazine (@XXL) May 15, 2023
Adam Silver speaks on Ja Morant
“Honestly, I was shocked when I saw this weekend — that video. Now, we’re in the process of investigating it.”
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver spoke on Ja Morant after his latest video. pic.twitter.com/W0lX4E2fa4
— ESPN (@espn) May 16, 2023
What a dork!!
OMG. Push play. 😬 pic.twitter.com/ZkATkClVfB
— Chris D. Jackson (@ChrisDJackson) May 16, 2023
This surprises no one
MAJOR BREAKING: A horrifying sexual harassment lawsuit just filed against Rudy Giuliani also accuses him of SELLING PARDONS for $2 million.
Giuliani allegedly said he would SPLIT THE PROCEEDS with Trump. pic.twitter.com/OwV5DmTkC8
— MeidasTouch (@MeidasTouch) May 15, 2023
Brett Favre is a moron
Brett Favre Says America Was ‘In Better Shape’ Under President Trump https://t.co/xqcbSyU4lt
— TMZ (@TMZ) May 17, 2023
Run Tom!!!!
Fans rip Kim Kardashian, Tom Brady friendship: ‘Run Tom’ https://t.co/OunZQchPnR pic.twitter.com/rS37JuDEtN
— New York Post (@nypost) May 15, 2023
Wardrobe malfunction for Salma Hayek
Salma Hayek suffers a wardrobe malfunction in a bathrobe while dancing to celebrate 24 million Instagram followers https://t.co/6Yyup4Q1gh
— Daily Mail Celebrity (@DailyMailCeleb) May 17, 2023
Sounds juicy!
A collab between @mandysacs and @paigevanzant 👀https://t.co/o8t97P7hzc
— Daily Star (@dailystar) May 16, 2023
New Miley Cyrus video
JADED. MUSIC VIDEO. OUT NOW. pic.twitter.com/PPYm0sWGtg
— Miley Cyrus (@MileyCyrus) May 16, 2023
The Weeknd no more
The Weeknd is now using his legal name, Abel Tesfaye, on Twitter.
He recently revealed that he plans to drop his stage name after his next album. pic.twitter.com/YZXNcmmyor
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) May 14, 2023
If this is hell, send me there now!!!
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The Visionary’s history in WWE
.@WWERollins sits down with @WWEGraves to discuss The Visionary’s history in WWE and how he revolutionized the industry. #WWERaw pic.twitter.com/nyvfzL0d5j
— WWE (@WWE) May 17, 2023
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