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nottingham forest Striker Igor Jesus has publicly reacted to his omission from Brazil’s squad for the World Cup. The tone of his response is already attracting attention in Brazil.

The 24-year-old was included in Carlo Ancelotti’s preliminary 55-man list after a strong season in England. However, he was ultimately left out of the final 26-man squad announced this week.

Instead, Ancelotti chose Brentford’s Igor Thiago and Andric, now at Lyon, as his centre-forward options.

Instead of remaining silent after disappointment, Igor Jesus addressed the situation directly on their instagram.

“It’s sad to miss the World Cup, but God wanted the best for me, and what was lost cannot be compared to what is still to come.”

Strong season but no place in World Cup

Igor Jesus’ campaign at Nottingham Forest has been one of the more surprising success stories. This is one of the best Brazilian forwards in the Premier League this season.

He scored 16 goals in 52 appearances after arriving from Botafogo and started the year behind Chris Wood in the starting pecking order.

Over time, he forced his way into the team and became one of Forest’s most important attacking players.

The striker himself recently admitted that he struggled badly with his physical jump after moving to England. in one Interview with TNT Sports Brazilhe said he felt “Years Back” Physically when he first arrived he was able to overcome the strength and pace of Premier League defenders.

Nevertheless, he adapted quickly and finished the campaign among the most productive Brazilian forwards in England. That form propelled him into the Brazilian competition.

Igor Jesus had worked under Ancelotti once before. He also received opportunities with previous managers in 2024, and scored once in four appearances during that period.

Because of this, his absence from the final World Cup list has become one of the more debated decisions in Brazil following the announcement.

Positive response seen in Brazil

Part of the reaction around Igor Jesus has less to do with frustration and more to do with how he handled it publicly.

In similar situations many players either disappear completely or post bitter messages after being kicked out. Igor Jesus instead chose a calmer tone.

“A boy’s dream lives in the mind of a man who does not care about time. He only dreams of achieving it.” He said. “I wish my teammates all the best and I will support them.”

A touch of class from the striker. Missing out on the World Cup will obviously sting, especially after Igor Jesus had thrown himself into real contention during the season.

At the same time, the broader picture of the forest remains encouraging.

Jesus has increased his value considerably in the last year, Recently clubs such as Juventus and Porto have shown interest in himAnd established themselves in one of the toughest leagues in Europe.

The World Cup dream may have been shattered but its path is still upward.

Shawn Michaels has given a direct answer to one of professional wrestling’s most frequently asked ‘what-if’ questions.

Speaking with Carmelo Anthony on 7PM in Brooklyn, Michaels explained why the dream match between him and The Rock never happened at WrestleMania, and he didn’t mince words about the reason.

“He didn’t like me,” Michaels said. “I think over the years that he’s had, there’s been a big feud in the wrestling business with Hunter and I doing things to him, being mean and things like that. It’s all been blown out of proportion. None of it was perfect, but these were things that he was fed a lot of when he was younger. But afterward, and to this day, we get along with each other, and we talk about things.”

Michaels blamed the feud on the misinformation given to Rock early in his career and alleged that Michaels and Triple H mistreated him. He strongly hit back at those accounts, calling them inaccurate and exaggerated, while acknowledging that this perception shaped Rock’s feelings towards him for a significant period. The two have since moved on, with Michaels noting that they still meet and talk with each other today.

Even if personal issues had been resolved sooner, time would have made the match impossible. By the time Michaels returned from the back injury that had sidelined him for several years, The Rock had already made the transition to Hollywood and was no longer a full-time presence in WWE.

“I think everyone would love to see it,” Michaels said. “But by the time I came back, he was pretty far along with his Hollywood career and things like that.”

Despite never having a match, Michaels spoke about the Rock with admiration. When he was asked to compare the two, he avoided the question without any hesitation. “What are you going to say? I mean, the guy came in, and I remember seeing him for the first time on Saturday Night Live and I was thinking to myself, Holy cow, this guy is going to be a huge star,” Michaels said.

Michaels also reflected on Rock’s early WWE performance, when he was introduced to the audience as Rocky Johnson’s son and received chants of “Rocky sucks” from the crowd, who had not yet sold for him.

Michaels said, “When he first got there, he was getting a lot of ‘Rocky Sucks’ chants and stuff like that. So there was always ribbing in the locker room and stuff like that.” According to Michaels, Rock’s reaction to that rejection ultimately defined his career path. “They recognized it and realized you had to come back with something tougher, something more aggressive. And then they changed it. And when they did that, and they put them with the Nation, they really started to take off from there.”

If there’s any guarantee that someone is going to get from Bones Highland, it’s that he or she will always carry themselves with great confidence and swag. Hyland, of course, has been humbled in recent years, having to settle for a minimum deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves in last year’s free agency after a brief cameo with the team. But he’s finding his groove again, and at exactly the right time, given that Anthony Edwards is recovering from a right knee injury.

On Sunday night, in a heated contest against the Boston Celtics, Hyland provided the spark the Timberwolves needed for a 102-92 victory. He played 29 minutes off the bench and made 14 shot attempts en route to scoring a team-high 23 points on the night, in the greenest of green lights. It’s not that it was bad shot-chucking; He was plus-26 that night, as Minnesota played with a lot of energy whenever he was on the court.

After the game, Highland found Maria Taylor hosted the NBC NBA Showtime crew with all-time NBA greats Carmelo Anthony, Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady and they laughed at the Timberwolves guard’s reaction to being handed the reins.

“He definitely gave me the green light,” Hyland said, responding to Carter’s laughter.

“So what was your reaction? ‘Say less,'” Carter said with a big laugh, to which Hyland agreed.

“Don’t worry about it, yo. You told me to be aggressive, I need you to listen right here,” Hyland said.

“What was your reaction… say less?” ???

Bones Hyland talks with the NBA Showtime crew about the Wolves coach giving him the green light. pic.twitter.com/I2ydZQnG9K

– NBA on NBC and Peacock (@NBAonNBC) 23 March 2026

The Timberwolves certainly needed a spark with Edwards out, Donte DiVincenzo struggling and Julius Randle getting bricked on Sunday (3-14 from the field). And Highland has answered the call. He seems to be maturing and playing more within the system, and he’s thriving. Talent has never been an issue for Hyland anyway, and he’s making that very clear.

BOSTON – When Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown placed the Bill Russell Trophy above his head after being named the 2024 NBA Finals MVP, his place in franchise history was cemented. However, the all-time leading Celtic moved up to 10th on the Green team’s all-time scoring list during Wednesday night’s 120-99 win over the Golden State Warriors.

In the second quarter, Brown sank two free throws to surpass Celtics great and 1973 MVP Dave Cowens on the Giants leaderboard. The five-time All-Star now has 13,202 points in 10 seasons, trailing his fellow Celtics star Jayson Tatum by 705 points. The player right in front of the Celtics’ spectacular tandem is an almost legendary player: 11-time NBA champion Bill Russell.

“I’m very grateful,” Brown said in the locker room after his impressive milestone. “There are a lot of greats on that list that have made huge contributions to the Celtics as well as the game of basketball. So I’m very humbled and very grateful to be in the position I’m in.”

Jaylen Brown on entering the top-10 scoring list for the Celtics:

“I’m very grateful. Many of the legends on that list have made great contributions to the Celtics as well as the game of basketball.” pic.twitter.com/f49h93xmHL

– Daniel Donabedian (@danield1214) 19 March 2026

Brown didn’t miss a beat to start the game, hitting back-to-back jumpers against a woefully understaffed Warriors team at TD Garden. Although the Dubs – who were without four-time NBA champion Stephen Curry due to a knee injury – tried to make it a contest, Brown and Tatum always had offensive answers. They scored a combined 56 points in the blowout (game-high 32 points from Brown and 24 points from Tatum), while no Warrior scored more than 14 points.

Tatum said of Brown’s historic run, “It just shows the dedication and commitment he has to his craft and getting better every year.” “I’ve watched him grow and get better every year over the last nine years and become the player he is today. It’s great when you get rewarded for the work you’ve done.”

During Tatum’s 62-game absence this regular season, which was the result of a diligent rehab process from an Achilles rupture, Brown paved the way for the shorthanded C. He averaged career highs practically across the board and has continued to do so since Tatum’s return on March 6.

With both Tatum and Brown starting this season, the Celtics are 5-1 and have won three in a row. And it’s no surprise that the same dynamic duo that led Boston to a championship in 2024 is aiming to do so again in 2026.

Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla said about working with Tatum and Brown, “You’re not only able to coach some of the best players in the game today, but you’re able to coach some of the best players of all time.” “so [there’s] “Just my gratitude for being able to see him.”

To put it in perspective, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown will already be the all-time leading scorers for the Magic, Pelicans, Grizzlies, Clippers, Hornets and Nets. https://t.co/FfBXc5rb5l

– Daniel Donabedian (@danield1214) 19 March 2026

We need to remember what Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum accomplished

Even though the 46-23 Celtics are generally accustomed to winning, what Tatum and Brown have accomplished together is special. They would be the all-time scoring leaders of six other NBA franchises at this time and have more playoff wins than many teams.

Furthermore, they represent the Celtics well and are dedicated to Boston.

Tatum showed his commitment by attacking his difficult rehabilitation every day off the court this season, ultimately culminating in a victorious return that was well ahead of schedule. Brown, meanwhile, has further demonstrated his dedication on the court recently by having an MVP-caliber campaign when many pundits expected him to flop as part of a flawed roster.

“For Jaylen, I think the responsibility and ownership of being a Celtic and going after greatness is extremely important, it’s something he takes very seriously,” Mazzulla responded when asked about Brown entering the upper echelon of Celtics scorers. “The ability to make and participate in history is the stepping stone to [the franchise] Better than what you found.”

There’s no doubt that Tatum and Brown have changed the Celtics organization for the better, but that doesn’t mean they’re satisfied. They want more, and “more” will come in the form of a second championship ring this June.

“I felt like I could always be one of the top players in the world if given the opportunity, and I think I’ve got to show that this season,” Brown said after Monday night’s 41-point loss to the Phoenix Suns. “The focus now is on getting ready for the playoffs.”

The Atlanta Hawks are arguably one of the hottest teams in the league as they are on a nine-game winning streak, and they are trying to make it 10 games against the Orlando Magic. This trend began when C.J. McCollum was inserted into the starting lineup for Zachary Rishachar, as statistics showed that the Hawks were a better team when he played with the other four starters of Dyson Daniels, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Jalen Johnson and Onyeka Okongwu.

Those stats are still proving true, and it doesn’t look like McCollum will be going back to the bench any time soon. After his win against the Milwaukee Bucks, McCollum was asked if he would like to be the starter.

“For me, this is what the team needs,” McCullum told reporters. “I think the money comes on time every two weeks, regardless. That’s always helpful, but historically, I’ve been a starter, but I’m comfortable filling whatever role is necessary for us as long as we’re competing for something. That’s what’s really important to me: winning basketball and competing for something right now. That’s what they want me to do, and when your boss tells you something, you’ve got to do that.”

McCallum’s move into the starting lineup hasn’t affected the way the Hawks play, and if anything, it’s made them better. Jalen Johnson has been able to continue producing at a high level with McCollum in the lineup.

“Some of the lineups may look different, but CJ has been a great vet and he understands the game at a high level,” Johnson said. “So having him on the court with us, he just shows us little signs and things where we can be effective, and I think he’s done a great job leading our group.”

The Hawks needed a vet like McCallum on their team, as they were one of the younger teams in the league when the season began. McCollum has made big shots in postseason basketball and played with some of the game’s stars. His presence will only make the Hawks better, especially at this point in the season.

The Hawks are currently trying to climb the Eastern Conference standings, but despite their winning streak they haven’t made much of a splash. At this point, all they can do is control what they can and hope that the teams above them start falling away.

CJ McCollum has been a big reason for the Atlanta Hawks’ success since the All-Star break, and the numbers show it. The Hawks are on a nine-game winning streak, and at this point they are only concerned with trying to keep this momentum going and move up in the Eastern Conference standings.

At the same time, there are questions that will need to be answered at the end of the season, one of which is regarding McCallum’s future with the team. The veteran guard’s contract is expiring, and it wouldn’t be a surprise if he had multiple suitors when free agency opens.

McCollum was asked by NBA insider Jake Fisher if he would welcome the opportunity to return to the Hawks, and his response was priceless.

“It’s not up to me, my friend,” McCallum said.

Fisher then talked about the options that McCollum would have, assuming a team that needs a scoring guard offers the same amount of money as the Hawks do.

“I love it here, man,” McCallum said. “I’m here for a reason. We’ll see. But right now, it’s about playing winning basketball and building on what we’ve done and piling up wins and piling up winning habits.”

For now, McCullum is focused on what’s in front of him and trying to make the playoffs. After his 30-point game against the Milwaukee Bucks, he mentioned that he was willing to do whatever it took to help the team.

“I’m just doing my job,” McCallum said. “When I came here I told them, whatever you guys need me to do, I’ll do. Come off the bench, start. Whatever it takes to be successful. I think for us it’s just been about timing, doing things the right way at the right time. And we have a good homestand.”

The Los Angeles Lakers decided to commemorate the extensive NBA legacy of Pat Riley by unveiling a statue of him before their game against the Boston Celtics. As part of his speech, Riley made sure to encourage the Lakers to “kick some Boston.”

However, with the game going the other direction, Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla had a funny reaction when he learned what Riley had actually said.

“Did he really? It’s awesome,” Mazzulla responded with a smile on his face, clearly pleased with his team’s day of work, according to a clip posted on

Joe Mazzulla was upset that he missed telling Pat Riley that he wanted to beat the Celtics:

“that’s awesome.” pic.twitter.com/hzfBgwPgBw

– Daniel Donabedian (@danield1214) 23 February 2026

According to a clip on X by Oh No He Didn’t, Riley initially said, “Time to kick some Boston ass.”

Pat Riley: “It’s time to kick some ass in Boston”

celtics vs lakers tonight hahahahapic.twitter.com/VdjsW50kbL

– Oh no, he didn’t (@ohnohedidnt24) 22 February 2026

Of course, it was the Celtics who did this instead of the Lakers. The 111–89 victory was defined by a two-man offensive explosion from Jaylen Brown and Payton Pritchard, who combined for 62 points and 16 assists.

Brown, who also earned MVP endorsement from LeBron James after his performance, returned with 32 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, while Pritchard returned with 30 points on 10-14 shooting with a total of six three-pointers. The Celtics held the Lakers to 39.1% shooting and just 30% shooting from three, despite the Lakers starting Big 3 of LeBron, Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic.

And while the game was largely one-sided, the outcome brought some historic positives for James. The 41-year-old became the first player in NBA history to surpass 43,000 regular season points in his 1,600th career game.

Still, Luka Doncic top-scored for the Lakers, scoring 25 points and five rebounds, while Reaves finished with 15 points and seven rebounds. Despite this, the Lakers suffered from an overall poor shooting night, going just 66.6% from the free throw line, and they had only themselves to blame for the loss.

inside the nba Host Charles Barkley was not impressed with the Los Angeles Lakers after their 125–122 win over the Los Angeles Clippers. On Saturday morning’s edition of Inside the NBA after the game, Barkley reiterated his old view that the Lakers are not championship contenders and that they will not beat the Thunder and other top teams in the West.

“It depends on the seeding because if they’re six, seven or eight and they have to play Denver, Houston or OKC, they’re not going to be able to beat those teams. I’m not even sure they can beat San Antonio,” Barkley said.

Even before Doncic was traded to the Lakers, the Pro Basketball Hall of Famer turned studio analyst remained consistent in his sentiments regarding the Lakers. He never saw the Lakers as a true contender and his doubts continued throughout the season.

But yesterday the moment was different. As Lakers guard, Austin Reaves, waited to be interviewed by the Inside the NBA crew, he had the headset on as Barkley talked about his team’s prospects. Ernie Johnson asked if Reeves had heard the conversation.

Reeves replied, “Yeah, I heard a little bit. Everyone’s entitled to their own opinion.”

Currently, the Lakers are the fifth seed in the Western Conference after the All-Star break. They are one game ahead of the Minnesota Timberwolves and three games ahead of the seventh-seeded Phoenix Suns in the loss column.

This season, the Lakers have wins over Minnesota and San Antonio as well as a Denver team without Nikola Jokic. So far, they have not been able to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder, and the Spurs have beaten them three times since their November 5 win.

But the Lakers are on a two-game winning streak and will host the Boston Celtics on Sunday at 6:30 p.m. The game will be broadcast on NBC and Peacock.

Jaylen Brown isn’t ready to turn the page just yet. Despite the Beverly Hills Police Department issuing a formal apology for shutting down his “741 Performance” brand launch during NBA All-Star Weekend, the Boston Celtics star forward made it clear that a public “sorry” doesn’t fix the finish line.

Brown took to social media to express his disappointment and tagged the department, highlighting the lasting impact of the incident.

“Thank you for the apology @BeverlyHillsPD but the damage is already done and I can’t recreate that moment,” Brown posted. “And what about lost resources/partners? In a moment that was supposed to be celebrated, you embarrassed me and my brand.”

thanks for the apology @BeverlyHillsPD But the damage has already been done and I can’t recreate that moment and what to say about the resources/partners lost? In a moment that was supposed to be celebrated, you embarrassed me and my brand @741show https://t.co/608Iy8jcZD

– Jaylen Brown (@FCHWPO) 20 February 2026

The confrontation occurred on February 14, when officers arrived at the luxury retail corridor to disperse a crowd gathered for Brown’s event. The department cited safety concerns and a lack of proper permitting, but the move immediately drew backlash from fans and Brown’s camp, who saw it as overreach.

While the off-court drama was going on, the reigning Finals MVP tried to keep his focus on the hardwood. During the 2026 NBA All-Star Game in Los Angeles, the Boston Celtics cornerstone played a respectable line out, though the weekend distraction clearly loomed large. Brown finished the Mid-Season Classic with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists, shooting 7 of 13 from the field in 22 minutes of action.

For Brown, it’s not just a matter of the party being over; It’s about business. The “741” brand represents their latest venture into the performance and wellness arena, and the all-star platform was supposed to be its huge coming-out party. Brown argues that by closing it, the city didn’t just destroy the atmosphere; They destroy potential revenue and partnership opportunities.

NBA All-Star weekend is usually a time for celebration, but for Jaylen Brown, it’s leaving a bitter taste. As the Celtics prepare for a deep playoff run, Brown intends to hold BHPD accountable for more than Saturday’s ruined night.

It’s been days since Super Bowl LX, yet people are still talking about Bad Bunny’s halftime show. Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker was also asked about it.

Booker helped Team Stars win the title in the All-Star Game by defeating Team Stripes 47–21 in the finals on Sunday at the Intuit Dome. He contributed five points, three rebounds and two assists. In three games, he averaged 12 points, nine rebounds and eight assists.

During a media controversy, Booker was asked about Bad Bunny’s performance at Levi’s Stadium the previous week. The reporter also mistakenly tagged him as being of Puerto Rican descent, like Bad Bunny, so Booker had to offer a correction.

“I’m Mexican,” said the five-time All-Star. “To be honest, I didn’t see it.”

“I’m Mexican, honestly I haven’t seen it.”

Devin Booker on Bad Bunny’s Halftime Show 🗣️pic.twitter.com/xzjkeZePzn

– ClutchPoints (@clutchpoints) 16 February 2026

For those unaware, Bad Bunny dated Booker’s ex-girlfriend Kendall Jenner from 2023 to 2024. Fans also speculated that Bad Bunny’s verse on Eladio Carrion’s “Coco Chanel” was a major shade at Booker, although he did not mention any names.

Booker appeared to praise the award-winning rapper when he posted on Instagram: “She’s worried about another man again.”

His past experience may be the reason Booker, an avid Detroit Lions fan, had no interest in watching Bad Bunny in Super Bowl LX. But this is just a theory.

Many hailed Bad Bunny’s performance as a cultural milestone for the NFL, as he became the first Latin male artist to headline a halftime show. She also sent a strong political message with her performance amid immigration issues in the United States.