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The basketball world is mourning the loss of Stacey King, the former Chicago Bulls big man and longtime broadcaster, who has died at the age of 59.

The Chicago Bulls announced King's passing Sunday, sending shockwaves through the NBA community. A cause of death was not mentioned.

King spent eight seasons in the league after being selected sixth overall in the 1989 NBA Draft by the Bulls and quickly became part of one of basketball's greatest dynasties ... helping the Bulls capture three straight NBA championships alongside Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen during the franchise's legendary early-'90s run.

Kim Kardashian is driving conversation online after an uncomfortable moment with Sky Sports reporter Martin Brundle at the F1 Grand Prix in Monaco ... where a quick pre-race interview attempt hit a false start.

Brundle, who’s famous for his "grid walk" interviews with celebrities and drivers ahead of Formula 1 races, approached Kim and Khloé Kardashian on Sunday hoping to grab a quick chat with the sister spectators in Monte Carlo.

In video circulating online, Brundle greets Kim and asks how she’s doing, but she appears to look away without answering. A member of her entourage then leans in to speak with her as Brundle continues trying to get her attention.

Simone Biles says she nearly died this week after suffering a health scare that shook her to her very core!

The gymnast, who has snagged 11 Olympic medals and 30 world championship medals, posted a message on Saturday to her Instagram Story, offering scant details on her medical crisis.

While Biles did not go into the nature of the problem, she said she was resting in bed and would explain more sooner or later, adding that "almost dying wasn't on my bingo card earlier this week."

Antonio Freeman caught an 81-yard touchdown from Brett Favre in Super Bowl 31, but as iconic a moment as that was for the retired Packers great, he tells us it wouldn't even come close to watching his own son win a World Cup!

If you weren't aware of the cool connection ... 21-year-old Alex Freeman, a defender, is a member of the Team USA soccer team, which is just days away from playing in the world's biggest and most-watched sporting event.

TMZ Sports talked to Antonio, and asked him how his Super Bowl XXXI win would compare to watching Alex win a WC.

Kayla Nicole is booked, busy and back on the market ... telling TMZ she's dating around and loving every minute of it.

We caught up with the social media influencer at the 6th Annual Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards -- and if you watch the full clip, Kayla dishes on her love life, weighs in on dating shows and even why she might be entering her "video vixen season."

While ex-Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's upcoming wedding continues to dominate headlines, Kayla claims she's focused on her own next chapter. She told us she's actively dating but keeping things casual ... joking that she's "single as a dollar bill" and open to seeing what's out there.

Kim Kardashian is taking her romance with Lewis Hamilton to the fast lane ... because she showed up at Formula 1's biggest weekend looking every bit the supportive girlfriend.

The reality star was front and center at the Monaco Grand Prix qualifying session Saturday alongside sister Khloé Kardashian -- and if the photos are any indication, this wasn't some quick cameo.

Kim and Khloé practically turned the paddock into their own runway, strutting through Monaco in coordinated looks while making their way through Ferrari's team area. Kim rocked a sheer black lace top and jeans ... while Khloé kept it sleek in an all-black outfit.

Richard Childress is breaking his silence in the aftermath of Kyle Busch's shocking death ... and revealing a bittersweet detail that makes the tragedy hit even harder.

Speaking publicly for the first time since Busch died at age 41, the NASCAR team owner reflected on the shock of losing his driver so suddenly ... and praised the wave of support that's poured in for Busch's wife, Samantha, and their two children -- Brexton and Lennix -- during what's been an unimaginably difficult few weeks.

Then came the gut punch ... Childress revealed the media availability Saturday at Michigan International Speedway had originally been scheduled for a very different reason -- to announce Busch was extending his contract with Richard Childress Racing in 2027.

Hulk Hogan's home nurses told police the WWE legend was in "rough" shape during his medical emergency that led to his death last year.

The Clearwater Police Department released a 72-page police report documenting the situation after they officially concluded the investigation this week ... and Hulk's occupational therapist Justin McCamey laid it out clearly for a responding officer after Hulk was rushed out of his home. He bluntly stated, "He is in rough shape. We knew this was gonna be happening."

As TMZ Sports first reported, Hogan died at age 71 on July 24 after suffering cardiac arrest at his Clearwater, Florida home. First responders rushed him to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

Two of the biggest stars in the OnlyFans universe say their upcoming boxing matches are the real deal ... and they're promising fans won't be getting a staged spectacle.

TMZ caught up with Rebecca McLeod and Alexandra Svensson at a gym in Beverly Hills as they trained this week for "The Knockout Queen" -- a massive creator event headed to Coachella later this month. Watch the full interview ... both women make it clear they're taking these fights seriously and have some pointed messages for their opponents.

Rebecca is set to headline the card against fellow OF star Brittney LeFevre, while Alexandra -- better known online as Alex Kay -- is preparing to square off with Maddy Belle.

Knox Jolie-Pitt is giving us major déjà vu ... hopping into the ring for a Muay Thai fight that echoes his dad Brad Pitt’s iconic movie "Fight Club" from over 25 years ago!

Check out the video from Friday night -- Brad and Angelina Jolie's 17-year-old son participated in an exhibition fight at a Downtown Los Angeles club. You can see he takes a hit here and there, but he maintains composure and is able to deal his own blows.

As you know, Knox -- the youngest offspring of Brad and Angie, along with his twin sister Vivienne -- has developed a great passion for Muay Thai and is often spotted in intense training sessions in L.A. and at technical tournaments. Vivienne has even shown support by cheering him on at competitions.

He was last seen exiting a Muay Thai class in L.A. on Memorial Day, turning heads with bright orange hair.

Tiger Woods has been cooped away in a European treatment center following his car crash and DUI charge ... but he's reportedly returning home within weeks.

Sources tell People the troubled golf legend is expected to finish his 3-month program at a treatment facility in Switzerland by the end of June. We broke the news -- he headed to Europe for inpatient treatment at the top of April following his rollover crash near his Jupiter, Florida home on March 27.

He was charged on suspicion of driving under the influence and for refusing to submit a urine test following the accident ... but pleaded not guilty in court on March 31.

Travis Kelce was in the mood for his signature frozen custard, so he hit a drive-thru ... and he gave one lucky worker a fat tip for fulfilling his cravings.

We've got the sweet scoop ... Travis rolled up to an Andy's Frozen Custard in Kansas City, MO Thursday night and ordered the Travis Kelce 87 Concrete frozen custard ... and he stunned the girl who was working the drive-thru when he pulled up to the window.

The employee, who owns Hidden Files Studio clothing brand, tells TMZ ... the Kansas City Chiefs star was super "down to earth and humble" and let employees take pics with him. She says he thanked her manager and expressed gratitude for his fans.

With his $6 custard in hand, we're told Travis left a fat $90 tip to show his appreciation. We'll save ya the math ... that's a 1,500% tip!!!

President Trump confirmed he's attending an NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden next week, begging the question ... how will he be received?? Knicks legend Amar'e Stoudemire says POTUS should receive nothing short of a rousing ovation.

"Oh, man, he's going to get a standing ovation. That's the United States president. He deserves all the respect that we can give him," Stoudemire told TMZ Sports this week.

"It's a tough job to take on to be the President of the United States. And so, you know, he deserved all the respect. So I think the Knicks fans will show respect Monday night to the president if he does come to the game."

FYI, Trump and Knicks owner Jim Dolan have a friendship going back many years ... and DJT has attended many big games over the years.

As for the actual basketball, Amar'e was pumped the Knicks were able to steal game 1.

"I feel great. I think, game 1 is always a tricky game, especially on the road, because you never know how it's going to end up. But for the Knicks to go out there and get game 1, it's a really good sign. That means we're well-prepared, well-coached, rested, and healthy. And so hopefully we can have the same result in game two."

Speaking of Friday night's pivotal game, Stoudemire says New York has to be prepared for a big effort from San Antonio ... should they wish to return to the Big Apple with a commanding 2-0 lead.

"You got to weather the storm," A'mare says. "You know, there's going to be ups and downs. Just stay locked in, stay focused. And when the fourth quarter comes around, then it's time to win."

If the Knicks hope to win tonight, they'll have to limit Victor Wembanyama. How would AS guard him? We asked the 6x All-Star.

Jonathon Cooper allegedly threw his girlfriend, lifted her by her neck and punched a wall near her face during the dispute that led to their arrests ... with Jade Fiegen sharing her side of Thursday night's incident in docs obtained by TMZ Sports.

As we reported, Fiegen told police she threw Cooper's phone against the wall during an argument over alleged infidelity at the Denver Broncos star's residence.

She claimed that as she tried to leave the apartment, she took Cooper's phone and unlocked it to read messages he shared with other individuals, but he approached her and grabbed her by the neck with one hand and lifted her off her feet and up against the wall.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will take their vows in front of more than 1,000 people inside Madison Square Garden ... TMZ has learned.

Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ between 1,100 and 1,200 people will show up at MSG July 3 to watch the couple become husband and wife. We're told Taylor and Travis have gone to great lengths to ensure privacy, and that includes communicating with invitees by text, rather than physical invitations.

As we reported, the advantage of MSG is that there are no windows from which photographers can shoot pictures of the event. There is also underground parking so guests can enter and exit without crowds converging on them.

Emotional moment in Karmelo Anthony's murder trial ... tears started flowing as prosecutors played bodycam footage of paramedics trying to save Austin Metcalf from a fatal stab wound.

The gut-wrenching footage played in court Friday, showed paramedics giving Austin CPR after he was stabbed at a Texas high school track meet. He's unresponsive on the ground as they try to save his life.

It was hard for Austin's parents to watch ... they broke down in tears and were held by family members while the footage played.