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Kristen Wong

Kristen Wong

Joined: Nov 29, 2023

Kristen Wong is a staff writer on the Breaking and Trending News team at Sports Illustrated. She has been a sports journalist since 2020. Before joining SI in November 2023, Wong covered four NFL teams as an associate editor with the FanSided NFL Network and worked as a staff writer for the brand’s flagship site. Outside of work, she has dreams of running her own sporty dive bar.

San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center.
NBA

NBA World Pays Tribute to Gregg Popovich After He Steps Down As Spurs' Coach

It's the end of an era in San Antonio for Popovich, who will transition to the front office next.

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Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick cheers on his team during the second half against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center.

New Report Details Where Lakers Stand on JJ Redick After Early Playoff Exit

Redick's job security is not in question despite the Lakers' early elimination in the postseason.

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NHL

Dallas Stars Gave Up One of the Worst Own Goals in NHL Playoffs vs. Avalanche

Such an unfortunate play.

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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Los Angeles Lakers at American Airlines Center.
NBA

Lakers, LeBron James Connections Sound Unsure of What Team He'll Play for Next Season

James finishing his career in L.A. doesn't seem like a certainty.

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Los Angeles Angels right fielder Mike Trout (27) prepares for the start of the game against the Tampa Bay Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field.
MLB

Mike Trout Injury Update: Angels Star Gets Mixed News on His Knee

Trout is going on IL as he recovers from a bone bruise in his left knee.

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Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half during game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Target Center.
NBA

JJ Redick's Quote on Lakers Being Out of Shape Led to Lots of Luka Doncic Jokes

Redick told reporters that he thought the roster needed to "get in championship shape" this offseason.

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NBA

Luka Doncic Made Honest Admission About His Turbulent Season After Lakers’ Loss

Doncic said he was 'mentally exhausted' after everything that has happened this year.

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Magic Johnson speaks to the fans during the jersey retirement of Michael Cooper during halftime of the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the San Antonio Spurs at Crypto.com Arena on January 13, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
NBA

Magic Johnson Gave Painfully Simple Reason Lakers Got Eliminated by Timberwolves

The Lakers saw their season end in the hands of the Timberwolves on Wednesday night.

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LeBron James and the Lakers had their season come to an end Wednesday night.
NBA

Timberwolves Troll LeBron James With Savage Clip After Eliminating Lakers in Playoffs

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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) interacts with son Bronny James during the game against the Boston Celtics at the Crypto.com Arena.
NBA

Fans Loved LeBron James’s Funny Line to Son Bronny After Lakers’ Playoff Exit

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WNBA

Caitlin Clark Was So Locked In Answering Questions About Fever’s Goals for 2025

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Former NFL football player John Elway hits his tee on the second hole on day one of the 2024 American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course on July 12, 2024 in Stateline, Nevada.
NFL

Police Investigating John Elway Golf Cart Accident That Killed His Good Friend

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