A betting scandal has hit the NBA. According to a report by ESPN, Toronto Raptors two-way big man Jontay Porter is the subject of an investigation by the league due to some strange activity regarding prop bets for two games: A matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers on Jan. 26, and a game against the Sacramento Kings on March 20.
More details have come about regarding the game against the Clippers, in which Porter only played four minutes before aggravating an eye injury and leaving. He shot and missed one three in that time, and DraftKings reported that the biggest money winner for any NBA prop that night was under 0.5 made threes for Porter. It’s certainly strange, and according to ESPN, there was a lot of money riding on that singular prop.
Via ESPN:
A sportsbook industry source told ESPN that multiple betting accounts attempted to bet large amounts, upwards of $10,000 and $20,000, on Porter unders in the January game against the Clippers. Betting limits on NBA player props vary by sportsbook and customer, but are typically around $1,000 to $2,000.
“People were trying to do whatever they could to bet Jontay Porter props [against the Clippers],” the source said. “And then, just a few days ago, the same thing. We had a bunch of people trying to bet under for more.”
I’ll be the one who says it: That is a lot of money to place on Jontay Porter prop bets for a game against the Clippers in January. Anyway, in a statement given to Adrian Wojnarowski, the NBA indicated it is looking into this.
Monday’s game between the New York Knicks and the Detroit Pistons did not arrive with great fanfare. After all, the Knicks began the day a whopping 30.5 games ahead of the Pistons in the Eastern Conference standings and, in general, there were more aesthetically appealing matchups during a 11-game slate in the league. However, Knicks guard Deuce McBride brought some entertainment late in the first quarter after the Knicks had already built a double-digit lead.
With 37.2 seconds remaining in the opening period, McBride took the ball out of bounds and, instead of finding a teammate with a more conventional pass, he tossed the ball off the back of Pistons guard Malachi Flynn to set himself up for a layup.
Of course, McBride is not the first play to use this strategy, but it is often effective. In this case, it was also executed perfectly, and Flynn was blissfully unaware of what was coming his way.
The Knicks led by 19 points at the end of the first quarter and, well, New York probably did not need the easy two points created by this play from McBride. Still, it was fun and cool to see, which is half the battle when it comes to NBA basketball during the month of March.
Even with these fun add-ons, one of the most popular offerings is Spotify Wrapped. The user data-specific feature allows individuals to reflect on their yearly musical consumption. According to reports, Spotify is working on allowing users access to that data on a micro level through its rumored Time Machine feature.
Continue below for more information.
What Is Spotify’s Time Machine Feature?
For clarity, Spotify hasn’t announced a “Time Machine” feature. However, on March 23, Pop Base took to their official X (formerly Twitter) and Threads accounts to fan the flames of the rumor.
The aggregator wrote: “Spotify is reportedly introducing a ‘time machine’ feature that will show users monthly statistics on their most streamed artists, songs, albums, and minutes.”
Spotify is reportedly introducing a ‘time machine’ feature that will show users monthly statistics on their most streamed artists, songs, albums and minutes. pic.twitter.com/9iNr2HHsdf
At the end of his YouTube video “Does Anyone Else Feel Like Everything Has Changed?” self-development influencer Stephen Antonioni makes a rather haunting observation: “In many ways, the world is a better place than it was yesterday, just judging by objective measures. But I can’t help share the feeling that something is off and perhaps terribly so. And therefore, I have to ask the question: Does anyone else feel like everything has changed?”
The most popular comment on the video, which was liked over 28,000 times was written by a YouTuber named Tracy Smith. Even though, at 57, she’s a Gen Xer, her thoughts have resonated with thousands of Millenials.
“I am 57. Not only does it feel like ‘something wicked this way comes’ but there is also this feeling that the whole world is holding its breath. Almost as though we are all waiting for some catalyst or sign or event that puts an end to this feeling of being put on hold,” Smith wrote. “This vague, unexplained unease we feel. Something terrible lurking just out of our field of vision but we all feel it closing in. I cannot count the number of people who have told me they wish that whatever is going to happen would just get on with it. That this waiting for the thing in the darkness is unbearable.”
The comment was shared on Reddit’s Millenials subforum, where many said it perfectly expressed how they feel about the future.
“I have never had someone put into words so accurately a feeling I didn’t even realize I was having. I am wondering if any of you feel this way? Like, I realized for the last few years I have been feeling like this. I don’t always think about it, but if I stop and think about this this feeling is always there in the background,” RedHeadRedeemed wrote.
“The current socioeconomic situation in the US is unsustainable. Something is going to give, and relatively soon,” NCRaineman replied. “I turned 21 and graduated college right around 9/11,” Seasonpositive6771 wrote. “My entire adult life has been a sense that the world is untrustworthy and unsafe to a certain degree.”
Millennials, born between 1981 and 1996, have lived through a unique set of circumstances. Most were children when 9-11 happened, and many were just starting out as adults when the Great Recession hit. Once the world recovered from that financial catastrophe came the politically turbulent late ‘10s and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Millennials have also experienced a technological revolution with the advent of the Internet, social media, and smartphones and have lived under the specter of climate change.
The world can also seem more dangerous to Millenials because they’ve lived in an era where fear-mongering on the news and social media is rampant and can easily present a very skewed version of the world.
Even though the years that Millenials have been alive are among the safest in American history, it’s hard to feel that way when we are exposed to so many disturbing images in the media.
Even though many Millenials look towards the future with a sense of dread, for some perspective, previous generations have had it much worse.
“Relocate to 1915 and see how the punches can keep coming for real. Try WWI where daddy is killed or f**ked up in combat when you are a child. Then the depression beginning in’ 29 then WWII takes your kid. No wonder previous generations are rough they got it honest and did what they could to not ever be broke again. They did not comprehend the damage they were doing. They had been through hell and just wanted to be ok like everyone else,” InfamousOccasion wrote.
One of the commenters noted that this feeling of dread may stem from a form of collective PTSD caused by the pandemic. The American Psychological Association agrees, saying people are still healing from the 3-year ordeal that killed millions.
“The COVID-19 pandemic created a collective experience among Americans. While the early-pandemic lockdowns may seem like the distant past, the aftermath remains,” said Arthur C. Evans Jr., PhD, APA’s chief executive officer. “We cannot ignore the fact that we have been significantly changed by the loss of more than one million Americans, as well as the shift in our workplaces, school systems, and culture at large. To move toward posttraumatic growth, we must first identify and understand the psychological wounds that remain,” said Evans.
If the first step in recovering from the pandemic is recognizing the remaining psychological wounds, understanding Millenials’ sense of “impending doom” could be a key to collective healing.
Let’s face it, Hollywood has given Doberman’s a bad reputation. So often they are depicted as the canine henchman to the evil villain, that many people assume that’s their temperament in real life.
But the truth is: like just about every dog on the planet, Dobermans are sweet, loyal and affectionate canine companions. And, much like Pit Bulls, they are not nearly as inherently aggressive as pop culture makes them out to be—especially when properly trained.
I mean, just take a look at Atlas. This goodest of good bois recently went viral on TikTok while getting a nice, relaxing bathtime session. He proved that not only are Doberman’s capable of extreme levels of chill, they can have a deep felt appreciation for some good old fashioned pampering.
The clip, which was posted by @thegoodhype, a sibling group that rescues and fosters kill-list dogs, shows Atlas getting the star treatment, and loving every second of it.
Though many dogs flee at the mere mention of a b-a-t-h, Atlas is on doggie Cloud 9 as he’s sprayed, scrubbed, lathered, and massaged. He even got a rose quartz roller treatment and coconut oil teeth brushing before settling into a nap. Hope he leaves a good Yelp review!
Watch below. Be sure to have the sound on for some top notch pup-ified ASMR.
@thegoodhype joked that this was all part of her “scary foster dog’s bath routine,” implying that she posted the sweet video as a bit of counter-programming. Cause there is certainly nothing scary about Atlas.
And the really cool part is: the video actually did change some perceptions. One viewer wrote, “idk why but I’ve always been scared of Doberman dogs. But this really helps. Thanks for posting!”
Another added, “Never seen a Doberman in real life but I am convinced they’re just like this when they’re not trained to be security dogs.”
Others simply marveled at Atlas’s next-level beauty regime.
“This dog has better skincare than me. Lol,” one person wrote.
And while it’s rare for a dog to love baths as much as Atlas does, there are things you can do to make the process more enjoyable for everyone involved.
One website suggests opting for indoor baths for a sense of familiarity, and giving the tub something to make it less slippery. It also recommends giving your bathing pup a toy or puzzle to distract them from their anxiety. Plus, you can follow in @thegoodhype’s footsteps by using a handheld shower head to avoid spraying on your dog’s face. Plus, stick to lukewarm water temperature.
The key to bath time success, at least according to multipleonline resources, is doing your best to make bathtime a fun treat, rather than a punishment. Which is clearly what this foster dog mom did.
Just about every mother has experienced the feeling of being touched out. They may not know that’s what it’s called, or some may feel embarrassed to admit they’re feeling that way due to fear of judgement. But when you think about it, being touched out, especially when you have younger kids seems inevitable.
The sense of your body not belonging to only you can start during pregnancy. Everything you do directly affects your developing fetus, and once the baby is born, it needs a lot of physical contact for proper brain, social, and emotional development. So babies are held a lot outside of feedings. Those babies turn into toddlers who then turn into early school agers, all of whom rely very heavily on co-regulation of their emotions and being physically near their parent to feel safe.
It’s pretty much a constant state of being touched throughout much of the day. When psychologist, Dr. Raquel Martin reveals she too feels touched out in a video on Instagram, parents across the internet felt validated.
“Are you a mom who feels as though you are a monster because every time your child touches you, you want to crawl out of your skin? Well, this message is for you,” Martin opens the video. “I’m a licensed clinical psychologist, professor and scientist, and I’m here to tell you that you are likely experiencing feeling ‘touched out.’ Being touched out is incredibly normal.”
The psychologist explains that people don’t often talk about how much autonomy you lose when you become a parent. Being touched all the time, while being responsible for all other things that come along with parenting can cause parents to experience sensory overload. Martin reveals that when she’s feeling touched out, that it can sometimes feel like she wants to, “rip my face off.”
As you can see from the video, her face is still very much in tact. Maybe it has something to do with the tips she gives parents in the video and caption.
“1. Prevention is Key: Don’t wait until you’re running on empty. Keep your tank at least half-full by recognizing early signs of sensory overload.
2. Recognize Your Signs: Be aware of your personal indicators, like skin crawling, frustration, or irritability.
3. Incorporate Personal Space: Make intentional space in your routine, especially when support is available, to engage in activities that don’t require “parent brain.”
4. Solo Time vs. Social Time: Decide what rejuvenates you more – quiet alone time or catching up with friends.
5. Communicate Your Needs: Educate your partner or support system about what you’re experiencing and how they can help.”
Parents in the comments were thankful for the message of support and validation.
“The way this entire message validated my spirit! Whew Chile! Thank you,” one person says.
“Omg. I’m just so used to putting up with it if I don’t have my hubby to tag me out. Thank you for the tips to help for when I don’t have support available,” someone else writes.
“I have never felt more seen or understood as I did watching this video. Thank you for sharing your experience and feelings, and for validating my own. You continue to inspire,” another commenter reveals.
The validation and tips are extremely helpful in normalizing the feeling. Hopefully other parents find the video helpful in knowing what to do when feeling touched out.
According to a report by ESPN, a member of the Toronto Raptors is coming under fire due to strange activities on prop bets. The report indicates that Jontay Porter, a two-way frontcourt player and the younger brother of Denver Nuggets standout Michael Porter Jr., put up performances on Jan. 26 and March 20 that are under scrutiny.
On both of those nights, DraftKings Sportsbooks reported that prop bets involving Porter were extremely lucrative for bettors. With the game on Jan. 26, it was specifically Porter’s over/under on made threes — it was set at 0.5, and he did not attempt a single shot from deep in four minutes of work before he left the game due to the aggravation of an eye injury. On March 20, Porter had no points and two rebounds before leaving the game due to an illness, which meant the under hit on 7.5 points and 5.5 rebounds.
While the initial game featured the top prop bet of the night for bettors, Porter’s performance in the second game made more money for bettors than anything else in the league on that evening, per ESPN.
Porter went undrafted in 2019 after attending the University of Missouri. He’s bounced around so far in his NBA career between the league and the G League, but this season, he’s carved out a role as a rotation player for the Raptors. In 26 games this year, Porter has averaged 4.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 0.8 steals, and 0.8 blocks in 13.8 minutes a night.
Beyoncé is one of the most unpredictable active artists. Every image, online caption, and article of clothing the “Texas Hold ‘Em” singer wears is a clue of sorts. The only problem is you never know what to look for until her business venture is announced (e.g., Cécred) or the project drops.
So, the Beyhive is always on high alert. With her forthcoming studio album, Cowboy Carter, expected to hit streaming platforms this Friday, March 29, many believe Beyoncé could be hitting the road yet again. Continue below for further speculation.
Will Beyoncé Go On Tour For ‘Cowboy Carter?’
Between May and October 2023, Beyoncé galavanted around the globe on her Renaissance World Tour. The tour was not only a chance to experience the Grammy Award-winning album live. But an event experience to let attendees and her stellar dancers (including daughter Blue Ivy) cast their worries behind. So, can fans expect an extension of the musical celebration for a Cowboy Carter tour? The answer is maybe.
If history serves as an indication, it is highly likely that Beyoncé will embark on another tour. In the past, she’s had a headlining tour for each of her solo albums (with the expectation of 2011’s 4 and 2019’s The Lion King: The Gift).
However, Beyoncé has never done tours this close together, the closest being 2013’s The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour (which ended in 2014) and 2016’s The Formation World Tour. Beyoncé hasn’t officially announced anything, but that’s no solace for supporters’ wallets. A tour announcement could come right after Cowboy Carter is officially dropped.
For now, just be prepared to saddle up and kick off the yeehaw agenda from the comforts of your home via your favorite streaming platform.
Shohei Ohtani has made headlines over the last week for something other than his once-in-a-lifetime abilities on the baseball field. A recent piece by ESPN indicated that the Los Angeles Dodgers fired Ohtani’s longtime interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, after it was discovered that at least $4.5 million made its way from Ohtani’s bank account to a bookmaker in California, one of the few remaining states where gambling remains illegal.
On Monday, Ohtani finally spoke to the media regarding the saga, as he read a prepared statement but did not take questions from the media.
Shohei Ohtani states he has never bet on baseball or any other sport, and publicly accuses former translator Ippei Mizuhara of stealing from him and lying pic.twitter.com/zjapF6o07K
“I never bet on baseball or any other sports, or never have asked somebody to do it on my behalf,” Ohtani said through an interpreter. “And I have never went through a bookmaker to bet on sports … Up until a couple days ago, I didn’t know that this was happening … In conclusion, Ippei has been stealing money from my account and has told lies.”
The reigning AL MVP, Ohtani left the Los Angeles Angels this offseason to sign a 10-year, $700 million contract with the Dodgers. Prior to the release of the ESPN story on Mizuhara’s gambling problems, Mizuhara sat down with ESPN for a 90-minute interview in which he “laid out his account in great detail,” while a spokesperson for Ohtani said he floated the money to cover his gambling debts. This telling of the events was, just prior to publication, “disavowed” by the spokesperson, while a statement was released via Ohtani’s legal representation.
“In the course of responding to recent media inquiries, we discovered that Shohei has been the victim of a massive theft, and we are turning the matter over to the authorities,” the statement read.
Spring has sprung! Or at least that’s what we keep telling ourselves, as states around the country begin to welcome in warmer days with lingering sunlight.
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