News Roundup 02/26/20
Philip Rivers and the Chargers decide to move on
On February 10th, the Los Angeles Chargers announced that they won’t be bringing back quarterback Philip Rivers, as he is set to become a free agent in March. Rivers has played for the Chargers since 2004 and became the starter in 2006. The free agent quarterback has never missed a start and has started in 223 consecutive games. The general manager of the Chargers, Tom Telesco, stated “ I mean, he’s an icon for the organization and he’s done so much here. I wanted to make sure everything was done as respectfully and classy as possible.” They mutually agreed to part ways for the best of both sides.
Source: Chargers Wire
Source: Chargers
Rapper Pop Smoke dead
Rapper Pop Smoke, also known as Bashar Barakah Jackson, passed away at the age of 20 years old. According to TMZ, he was gunned down by 4 masked gunmen at his Hollywood home. The murder took place around 4 am on February 19th, 2020. Before his untimely death, he was making a name for himself with songs like “Welcome to the Party'' and Dior. He has two official projects with the mixtape “Meet the Woo,” releasing in 2019 and “Meet the Woo 2,” releases earlier this month. Just recently he was featured in the song “Gatti” by Travis Scott. Rest in peace Pop Smoke.
Source: TMZ
Source: AOTY
Kobe and Gianna Bryant Memorial Service
On February 24th, Staples Center hosted a memorial service for Kobe and Gianna Bryant, who passed away on January 26th. Many current and past NBA players, attended the service to pay respects to the Bryant family. His wife, Vanessa gave a heart-touching tribute to her husband and daughter. She stated “God knew they can’t be on this Earth without each other. He had to bring them home to heaven together.” NBA Legend Michael Jordan said “He wanted to be the best basketball player that he could be, and as I got to know him, I wanted to be the best big brother that I could be.” Rest in peace Kobe, Gianna Bryant and the seven other victims who passed away in the helicopter crash.
Source: NBC
Source: USA Today
NASCAR Is Back in Fontana
On Sunday, March 1st, the Auto Club 400 is taking place at the Auto Club Speedway in Fontana,CA. Fontana has been hosting NASCAR since 1997. There are four racers who are tied for the most wins at this track: Jeff Gordon, Matt Kenseth, Jimmie Johnson and Kyle Bush, all tied at 3 wins. The most recent winner at the Auto Club 400 was Bush, in 2019. The race will be starting at 3:30 and will be airing on Fox.
Source: NASCAR
Source: Auto Club Speedway
Stephen Curry Set to Return
Golden State Warriors star point guard, Steph Curry is expected to return to the court on March 1st against the Wizards. He hasn’t played in a game since October 2019 because of his broken hand. With his teammate, Klay Thompson being out for the season due to a torn ACL, the Warriors are currently 12-45, which is the worst record in the league. The addition of Curry night not help much, since Golden State Warriors have a slim chance of making the playoffs, considering they are sitting 16 games behind the 8th place Grizzlies.
Source: Bleacher Report