Month: January 2026

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NBA Player

Michael Porter Jr.: NBA Champion Basketball Player

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Name:Michael Lamar Porter Jr.
Birthday:June 29, 1998 (age 27 years), Born in Columbia, Missouri
Height:6'10" (208 cm)
Education:Father Tolton Regional Catholic High School (Diploma)
Nathan Hale High School (Diploma)
University of Missouri (Dropped Out)
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Overview

Curious Mike is an American professional basketball player for the Denver Nuggets, an NBA champion known for his prolific scoring and three-point shooting, who notably overcame severe back injuries and hails from a family with deep basketball roots.

Latest News (Jan 1, 2026): Michael Porter Jr. has recently been a subject of trade rumors, with league sources suggesting the Milwaukee Bucks are eyeing the Brooklyn Nets forward to potentially upgrade their roster. This comes amidst Porter Jr.'s strong performance with the Nets, where he has been averaging 25.8 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 3.3 assists, and recently scored 27 points with nine rebounds and five assists in a game against the Warriors.

Early Life and Family

Michael Lamar Porter Jr. was born on June 29, 1998, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Lisa and Michael Porter Sr. His family has a strong connection to basketball; his father played college basketball at the University of New Orleans, and his mother played at the University of Iowa before a professional career in France. Porter Sr. also pursued a career in coaching, including positions at the University of Missouri and the University of Washington.

Porter Jr. is one of eight siblings, all of whom have been involved in basketball. His older sisters, Bri and Cierra, played for the University of Missouri’s women’s basketball team. His younger brothers, Jontay, Coban, and Jevon, have also played basketball at the collegiate level.

For high school, Porter Jr. initially attended Father Tolton Regional Catholic High School in Columbia, Missouri. For his senior year, he transferred to Nathan Hale High School in Seattle, Washington, where his father was an assistant coach at the University of Washington and former NBA player Brandon Roy was his high school coach.

High School and College Career

During his junior year at Father Tolton, Porter Jr. led the basketball team to a state championship. As a senior at Nathan Hale, he had a standout season, averaging 36.2 points and 13.6 rebounds per game, leading the team to a perfect 29-0 record and the Washington Class 3A State Championship. His performance earned him numerous accolades, including being named the Naismith and Gatorade National Player of the Year. He was also named MVP of the McDonald’s All-American Game in 2017.

Porter Jr. was a five-star recruit and one of the top prospects in the 2017 class. He initially committed to the University of Washington but later decommitted after a coaching change and chose to play for the University of Missouri, where his father was an assistant coach and his younger brother Jontay also played.

His college career at Missouri was brief. He sustained a lower back injury in the season opener which required surgery. He returned to play in the quarterfinals of the SEC Tournament and the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

Professional Career

Michael Lamar Porter Jr. was selected as the 14th overall pick by the Denver Nuggets in the 2018 NBA draft. Due to a second back surgery, he missed the entirety of his first season. He made his NBA debut on October 31, 2019, scoring fifteen points against the New Orleans Pelicans.

Throughout his tenure with the Nuggets, Porter Jr. established himself as a key player. In 2021, he signed a five-year rookie contract extension. He scored a career-high 39 points in a game against the Houston Rockets on April 24, 2021.

A significant achievement in his career came in the 2022-2023 season when he helped lead the Denver Nuggets to their first NBA championship in franchise history. In the decisive Game 5 of the NBA Finals against the Miami Heat, he contributed 16 points and 13 rebounds. During the 2023-2024 season, he set a new Nuggets franchise record for the most three-pointers made in a single season.

Personal Life

Michael Lamar Porter Jr. is a Christian. He has publicly dated actress and model Madison Pettis. He grew up as a vegetarian and for a time adopted a raw vegan diet, though he no longer follows these dietary lifestyles. His family has faced public challenges, including his younger brother Coban being sentenced to prison for driving under the influence and another younger brother, Jevon, being arrested on suspicion of DWI. His brother Jontay also faced a lifetime ban from the NBA.

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Footballer

Jahmyr Gibbs: NFL Running Back

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Name:Jahmyr Gibbs
Birthday:March 20, 2002 (age 23 years), Born in Dalton, Georgia
Height:5'9" (175 cm)
Education:Dalton High School (Diploma)
Georgia Institute of Technology (Student), Literature, Media and Communications
University of Alabama (Student), Communications

Overview

Jahmyr Gibbs is an American professional football running back for the Detroit Lions, distinguished by his explosive playmaking ability throughout standout high school and college careers at Georgia Tech and Alabama, who has consistently earned Pro Bowl selections and set a Detroit Lions franchise record for most touchdowns in a single season.

Latest News (Jan 1, 2026): Jahmyr Gibbs had a challenging Week 17 game against the Vikings, rushing 17 times for 41 yards, catching two passes for 23 yards, and losing a fumble in the Lions' 23-10 loss, which extinguished their playoff hopes. This marked his fourth consecutive game with 43 or fewer rushing yards.

Early life

Jahmyr Gibbs was born on March 20, 2002, in Dalton, Georgia. He was primarily raised by his grandmother, Angela Willis, and faced challenges that included periods of homelessness. At the age of 15, he was adopted by Greg and Dusty Ross.

Gibbs attended Dalton High School, where he became a standout football player. In his senior year, he rushed for 2,554 yards and 40 touchdowns, earning recognition as the Georgia 6-A 2020 Offensive Player of the Year and a first-team All-American by Sports Illustrated. He completed his high school career with 4,882 rushing yards and 70 touchdowns.

College career

Gibbs began his collegiate career at Georgia Tech in 2020. In his first season, despite being limited by injury, he was named a second-team freshman All-American by The Athletic and received an honorable mention All-ACC as a return specialist. During his sophomore season in 2021, he earned first-team All-ACC honors as an all-purpose back.

In 2022, Gibbs transferred to the University of Alabama. In his lone season with the Crimson Tide, he led the team in rushing with 926 yards and seven touchdowns. He also proved to be a significant threat in the passing game, leading the team with 44 receptions for 444 yards and three touchdowns. His performance earned him second-team All-SEC recognition.

Professional career

The Detroit Lions selected Jahmyr Gibbs in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft, as the 12th overall pick. In his debut NFL season, he rushed for 945 yards and ten touchdowns, adding 52 receptions for 316 yards and one receiving touchdown. His performance earned him a selection to the Pro Bowl and a place on the PFWA All-Rookie Team. In his rookie year, he became the third rookie in Lions history to achieve over 1,000 scrimmage yards and 10 scrimmage touchdowns.

In his second season, Gibbs continued to excel, earning another Pro Bowl selection. He set a Detroit Lions franchise record for the most touchdowns in a single season.

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Golf

Brooks Koepka: Five-Time Major Champion

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Name:Brooks Koepka
Birthday:May 3, 1990 (age 35 years), Born in West Palm Beach, Florida
Height:6'0" (183 cm)
Education:Wellington Christian School (Diploma)
Cardinal Newman High School (Diploma)
Florida State University (Student)

Overview

Brooks Koepka is an American professional golfer celebrated for his major championship dominance, with five major wins including two U.S. Open and three PGA Championship victories, notably holding back-to-back titles in two different majors simultaneously, and becoming the first LIV Golf player to win a major and claim five individual LIV titles.

Latest News (Jan 1, 2026): Brooks Koepka has announced his departure from LIV Golf after the 2025 season, citing a desire to prioritize family time, with Talor Gooch stepping in to replace him as captain of Smash GC. This move, confirmed on December 24, 2025, sparks speculation about a potential return to the PGA Tour, though he faces a ban until at least August 2026.

Early Life and Amateur Career

Brooks Koepka was born on May 3, 1990, in West Palm Beach, Florida, and grew up in Lake Worth. At the age of 10, he began playing golf after a car accident resulted in facial injuries that prevented him from participating in contact sports. He attended Cardinal Newman High School in West Palm Beach.

Koepka played collegiate golf at Florida State University, where he was a three-time All-American and won three events. As an amateur, he qualified for the 2012 U.S. Open, though he missed the cut. His great-uncle, Dick Groat, was a professional baseball player who won two World Series and was the 1960 National League MVP.

Professional Beginnings

In 2012, Brooks Koepka turned professional and started his career on the European Challenge Tour. He won his first professional event, the Challenge de Catalunya, in September of that year. The following year, he secured two more victories on the Challenge Tour: the Montecchia Golf Open and the Fred Olsen Challenge de España. His success on the Challenge Tour earned him a spot on the European Tour. In 2014, he won the Turkish Airlines Open and was named the European Tour Rookie of the Year.

PGA Tour Breakthrough

Brooks Koepka joined the PGA Tour in 2015 and won his first event, the Waste Management Phoenix Open, that same year. This victory marked his arrival as a significant competitor on the American circuit. He continued to perform consistently, setting the stage for his breakthrough in major championships.

Major Championship Dominance

Brooks Koepka’s first major championship victory came at the 2017 U.S. Open. He successfully defended his U.S. Open title in 2018, a feat that highlighted a remarkable period of dominance in major tournaments. During this time, he also won the PGA Championship in both 2018 and 2019, becoming the first golfer in history to hold back-to-back titles in two different majors simultaneously.

After experiencing a period of injury struggles, he won his fifth major at the 2023 PGA Championship. This victory made him the 20th golfer to win five major championships.

LIV Golf Career

In June 2022, Brooks Koepka joined the LIV Golf League and became the captain of Smash GC. His 2023 PGA Championship win was the first major victory for a member of LIV Golf. He has achieved significant success on the circuit, becoming the first player to claim five individual LIV Golf titles. His brother, Chase, also a professional golfer, was a former member of his LIV Golf team.