Juan Sebastian Veron details how his tenure ended in controversy Manchester UnitedThanks for some heavy drinking and Argentinian songs.

TYC Sports today reports the former Manchester United midfielder’s comments In an interview with former rugby star Augustin Creevy.

The Argentine, who has lived a football life full of trophies, pressure and unforgettable nights, was happy to tell in detail one of his lesser-known stories.

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Juan Sebastian Veron sets the scene as a man who can portray every detail of a night full of drama.

The Manchester United man was partying with Augustin Pichot and Felipe Contepomi. Those rugby pairs were also based in England at the time. So a celebratory reunion was planned.

“At that time, it was all about going from one bar to the next and drinking as much beer as humanly possible,” Veron explained.

“So, I told them: ‘There it goes.’ Agustín came with Felipe Contepomi and I said: ‘I’ll take you guys on the bus.’

The night was supposed to be simple: drinks, laughter and a little Argentinian camaraderie in the middle of the English winter. But then the spark came.

Argentina’s response

At some point in the night, an unnamed man grabbed a microphone and shouted “England! England!” Started raising slogans loudly.

This prompted an immediate and strong reaction from Argentina.

“We took the mic away from him and started chanting for Argentina, and then the punches started,” Veron explained.

“It was a free for all, including the Irish, the Dutch, the English… and I’m not sure if Felipe took someone’s hat off or what actually happened,” he added laughing.

Now, of course, all this is in the past. With his partying days long behind him, the former midfielder can now laugh at such incidents.

However, Manchester United fans may wonder where such fighting took place on the pitch.

Had Juan Sebastian Veron shown some of this, perhaps his time at Old Trafford would have been remembered even more fondly.

Richard Jefferson took a stance on San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornet by criticizing the Atlanta Hawks’ Magic City promotional night on March 16.

Cornette wrote a letter objecting to the Hawks hosting ‘Magic City’ Night. Jefferson agrees with Cornette, but for his own personal reasons, and mostly the way he wants to raise his children, he says, he wouldn’t want them to see them at NBA games.

“I’m going to take Luke Kornet’s side. Magic City, everyone has the ability to do whatever they choose. Spend their money how they want, but the NBA, the brand, the logo. Let’s just say, I think the NBA can partner with whoever they choose, but I understand what Luke Kornet is saying. Especially in a very delicate time. You talk about women’s rights, but also women’s rights to do that. Have potential,” Jefferson said at the 23:11 mark on the road. Trippin’ Podcast.

“To look at it and say, hey we want to do it, but there will be kids at the game. These are things that I love, I’m taking my kids, my nine and eleven-year-olds, this is not what I want to present to my kids, that’s just me.”

What’s next for the Hawks amid Luke Kornet’s comments?

Richard Jefferson and Luke Cornett Hawks may have their own reservations about the Magic City celebration. It’s time to realize what Atlanta can do for this event, but the recent attention will provide plenty of scrutiny before the competition takes place.

Atlanta has a 31–31 record on the season, tied for ninth in the Eastern Conference standings. They are 0.5 games ahead of the Charlotte Hornets and four games behind the Milwaukee Bucks while trailing the Miami Heat and Orlando Magic by 1.5 games.

Coming off four consecutive wins, the Hawks will be looking forward to their next contest. They are on the road when they face the Bucks on March 4th at 9:30 PM ET.

When highly optimistic Zion Williamson limped off the court in Utah with another ankle injury, the familiar fear that had eclipsed his career resurfaced. Another blow that resulted in the game being lost. Another story about availability, another cause for concern for the New Orleans Pelicans. Luckily, Williamson’s personal trainer Chris Crisp quickly reassured fans that the All-Star forward’s latest injury is just a setback that doesn’t deserve much media scrutiny.

Crisp, who is pulling double duty as a PR champion as well as training the 25-year-old phenom, posted a quick cool message to fans shortly after Williamson’s passing.

“In the past, it became a two-week story,” he said. “This year, it’s just a game and then get back to work. That’s growth. Availability isn’t luck; it’s the result of deliberate preparation and the discipline to be consistent.”

As far as sitting against the Clippers?

“Precautionary decision. We’re not chasing streaks. We’re building longevity. That’s the standard. See you all soon.”

The importance of a good public relations response cannot be underestimated. Before he could counter the negative narratives with some direct answers, he had fans rooting for Williamson simply by going over social media posts. This is something that has been suggested by many people for many years.

Thankfully for fans, even after years in the dark, Williamson finally felt comfortable stepping into the spotlight to address the situation directly.

“I looked in the mirror,” Williamson told ESPN. “It was ‘Am I doing what I need to do to stay on the court?’ Even if I feel like I’m doing a lot, there’s still more I can do. My trainer Chris is always telling me about different things and recovery methods.

Even broadcaster Antonio Daniels had to appreciate the work of Williamson and Crisp while on the road.

Daniels explained, “There are a lot of people who deserve credit for…34 games. First of all, you give credit to the New Orleans Pelicans’ performance staff, but also Chris Crisp, who is Zion’s personal trainer.” “He’s doing a great job physically and mentally. You can see it playing between the four lines. (Williamson) being available, him being active, him being impactful, is a beautiful thing.”

For a player whose career has often been defined by injuries as well as highlights, missing even one game can raise anxiety levels. However, this time, those closest to Zion Williamson say the situation is under control and it is far from becoming another long saga for the Pelicans.

Here are the Montreal Canadiens news items, stories and content you may have missed on Monday.

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We’ve landed the top spot in our annual Montreal Canadiens prospect rankings, as voted on by Habs fans. Dynamic forward Michael Hayes earned the No. 1 spot because of his elite skill set, not to mention he has already established himself as one of the top players in the NCAA. It remains to be seen how long he’ll stay in the NCAA, and whether the Habs will want him to spend some time in the AHL before graduating to the NHL, but there’s no doubt that Hayes represents Montreal’s best hopes of drafting an elite player from their current prospect pool. [Canadiens Top 20 Prospects – No. 1 Dynamic Michael Hage]

Our analyst Ronnie Hermo took a deep dive into the data prepared by Samuel Montembeault, Jacob Dobbs and Jacob Fowler and the results may surprise you! Well, sensationalism aside, Ronnie always does a great job, and in this case, he has shed some important light on the current situation. While Dobbs has managed to win more games, the statistics show that Montembeault has also played relatively well. [Canadiens Analysis: – Which Goalie Should Start Down The Final Stretch Of The Season]

The Canadiens are reportedly interested in trading for Robert Thomas, but the cost would be too high. This makes sense, because Thomas is at his statistical peak, and you rarely see a player of his talent become available for trade. According to the report, the trade package would also include top Canadiens prospect Hayes, among others.

Sources show that #GoHabsGo One of the more interested teams revolving around Robert Thomas.

That being said, the price set by Doug Armstrong is too high for the Habs at this time.

The Blues reportedly want Michael Hayes in any package for Thomas.https://t.co/GOp9eeQdP7

– Marco D’Amico (@mndamico) 2 March 2026

Laval rocket is doing its job properly. In addition to being the center of entertainment in Laval, they are set to honor firefighters with new jerseys over the weekend. They will then auction off the jerseys and the proceeds will be donated to the Canadian Cancer Society. This is a great initiative that clearly deserves our support. On that note, even if they aren’t supporting any important charities, I would still suggest going to see Rocket, as it offers the best bang for your buck when it comes to the entertainment budget. In particular, families benefit from the reasonable costs, great ambiance and great facilities at Place Bell.

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ready for everything

The Rockets will wear this uniform during the All Fire All Flame game in collaboration with the Laval Fire Department to benefit the Canadian Cancer Society next Saturday at Place Bell. Sweaters will be available here… pic.twitter.com/wp6gh57Nvx

– Rocket de Laval (@RocketLaval) 2 March 2026

Adam Nicholls continues to be one of the most important members of the Canadiens organization, helping young players become confident NHLers.

Besides, he also has a very good shot!

Habs give Michigan chances to score with help from Michael Hayes

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– /r/Habs (@HabsOnReddit) 28 February 2026

ICYMI: Netminder Jacob Fowler took the No. 2 spot in our Canadiens prospect rankings. All things considered, he has shown that he can be a dominant presence in every league from the USHL to the NHL, but we should be wary of thrusting him into the NHL spotlight too quickly. He still needs to absorb as much experience as possible in the AHL before the pressure of becoming Montreal’s starter comes. [Canadiens Top 20 Prospects – No. 2 Stoic Fowler]

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The 2026 NHL trade deadline is less than a week away. The New Jersey Devils are out of playoff position and possibly looking to prepare for next season. After all, preparing in the spring to rebuild in the summer is in GM Tom Fitzgerald’s DNA. That’s what they did when they acquired Jake Allen two deadlines ago. Despite some players with expiring contracts, the Devils still have value moving forward next Friday with some short-term deals with favorable cap hits. [New Jersey Devils]

The Toronto Maple Leafs are poised to be a very busy seller this week. The trading deadline will take effect on Friday at 3pm Eastern. The pending unrestricted free agents are most likely to be gone, although the majority of the team is available at the right price. [Toronto Maple Leafs]

The Minnesota Wild are looking for an upgrade at center by the NHL trade deadline. After trading for defenseman Quinn Hughes, the Wild hope to complete their roster to make a big push at the Stanley Cup. Now, Minnesota is being linked to a big trade of the Olympic gold medalist to Team USA. [Minnesota Wild]

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The smoke hasn’t completely cleared from the Kasia Center after Saturday night’s wrestling match between the Memphis Grizzlies and Miami Heat, but Scottie Pippen Jr. is already winning the post-game war of words.

After a chaotic fourth quarter sequence, where Pippen and Miami forward Myron Gardner were ejected due to a scuffle that spilled into the front row, the Grizzlies guards did not back down. talking with 5 reason gamePippen addressed the “cheap shots” that ignited the fuse.

Pippen said, “I thought it was kind of a cheap shot. It hit me when I didn’t see it.” “I thought it was a soft move. I just thought maybe he needed a hug on the other end.”

Scottie Pippen Jr. on his dispute with Myron Garner 👀

“I thought it was a cheap shot. It hit me when I wasn’t looking. I thought it was a soft move. I thought he needed a hug at the other end.”

(via @5ReasonsSports) pic.twitter.com/WyaGIWfI8y

– Heat Central (@HeatCulture13) 22 February 2026

The “hug” in question looked like a forceful push that sent Gardner falling into the crowd with 1:19 left in the game.

The incident overshadowed a clinical 136–120 win for the Heat. Miami’s offense was stellar, led by Andrew Wiggins, who scored 28 points and passed the milestone of 15,000 career points. Norman Powell added 25 points as the Heat shot a whopping 54.5% from the field.

Despite the loss and early exit, the Memphis Grizzlies saw some bright spots. GG Jackson carried the scoring load with a season-high 28 points, while Jaylen Wells finished with 25 points. Before the ejection, Pippen Jr. finished with 18 points, six assists and two steals in just 21 minutes of action.

While the NBA league office is reviewing the tape for possible fines or suspension, Pippen’s “soft move” comments show there is no love lost between these two. Memphis has now lost 11 of their last 14 games, and while they are fighting for their playoff lives, Pippen proved they are not going down without a literal fight.

After Houston Rockets All-Star Kevin Durant broke his silence on an alleged Twitter burner account, former NBA guard and podcast host Gilbert Arenas lashed out at NSFW. For Arenas, there must have been someone from the Rockets who leaked the messages from the burner account.

Arenas addressed Durant burner controversyAccording to Gil’s Arena.

“Now I’m the first person talking to a Burner account? So why am I talking nonsense in a private group chat on Burner? … The n**** who leaked it is the person behind it,” Arenas said. “If you look at these tweets and you see how Kevin Durant texts, it’s not the same person. No burner account talks in the first person.”

“Now I’m the first person on a Burner account to talk to? So why am I talking nonsense in a private group chat on Burner? … The n**** who leaked this is the person behind it.”

Gilbert Arenas on alleged Kevin Durant burner account 🤔

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– ClutchPoints (@clutchpoints) 19 February 2026

When a reporter asked Durant about it alleged burner accountAccording to NBA on ESPN reporter Vanessa Richardson, he declined to be involved, but understood why the topic was mentioned.

“I know you have to ask these questions, but I’m not here to talk nonsense on Twitter,” Durant said. “I’m just here to focus on the season and move forward. But I think you have to ask those questions. My teammates know what it’s like, we’ve been close throughout the season. We’ve enjoyed our break, had a great practice today and are looking forward to the road trip.”

“I’m not here to talk nonsense on Twitter. … My teammates know what it’s like, we’ve been locked in all season.”

Rockets star Kevin Durant when asked about his alleged burner account

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– ClutchPoints (@clutchpoints) 18 February 2026

The whole situation with Kevin Durant and the Rockets had Gilbert Arenas fired up.

Kevin Durant’s alleged burner account is ruining Rockets players

Veteran forward Kevin Druant’s alleged burner account, which vilified Rockets teammates, began circulating on social media during All-Star weekend.

Screenshots from an account called @gethigher77, which is now private, began to spread. There’s no concrete evidence that Durant runs the account, but that hasn’t stopped people from debating it online.

The account reportedly criticized Houston players Jabari Smith Jr. and Alperen Sengun, claiming Sengun struggled with shooting and defense and questioning Smith’s scoring and defensive ability.