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Yahoo
7 hours ago
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Deandre Ayton's Latest Post Turns Heads Amid Lakers' Pursuit on Tuesday
Deandre Ayton's Latest Post Turns Heads Amid Lakers' Pursuit on Tuesday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Los Angeles Lakers have left their fans wanting more after a quiet first day of free agency. They watched as Dorian Finney-Smith left them and signed with the Houston Rockets after the team made a concentrated push to recruit him. The Lakers have replaced him with Jake LaRavia, but their glaring hole at center is yet to be filled. Advertisement Potential targets like Clint Capela (Houston Rockets) and Brook Lopez (LA Clippers) have already signed with rivals, leaving the Lakers even more in need of a center on their roster. Their hopes could be answered with the suddenly available Deandre Ayton, who was bought out of his contract by the Portland Trail Blazers. While multiple teams are expected to pursue Ayton, Lakers fans are hoping they can land the former No. 1 overall pick this summer. The Bahamian center's latest Instagram story, where he lands in his home country while wearing a LA Dodgers hat, has Lakers fans buzzing. "Lakers emerging as strong contenders to sign him," said one optimistic fan. Advertisement "He's a Laker," said one excited fan. "Luka will hate this low motor, non-defending diva," said another fan wanting the Lakers to go a different route. "Wake up! And look at the hat," said another fan, reading into the hat choice. "He's signing with Raptors, they can offer way more money," said one fan worried about other teams signing Ayton instead. "He's trolling sadly," said another fan. Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (2) might be a target for the Lakers to fill their center spot.© Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images Ayton averaged 14.4 points and 10.2 rebounds with the Blazers last season. Off-court concerns around Ayton ramped up over his two seasons in Portland, leading to an early contract buyout for the 27-year-old center. Advertisement The Lakers can offer a massive role to Ayton, given their dearth of a starting center. If Ayton is willing to buy into his role, he could be the perfect center next to Luka Doncic who can rebound, catch lobs, and defend the rim. The Lakers have potential concerns with LeBron James' future as well, so signing Ayton right now would help give James assurances on the Lakers' competitive standing for next season. Related: Warriors Expected to Sign Veteran Title-Winning Big in Free Agency This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 1, 2025, where it first appeared.
Malaysian Reserve
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Malaysian Reserve
ROYAL CARIBBEAN'S FIRST ROYAL BEACH CLUB NOW AVAILABLE TO BOOK
Royal Beach Club Paradise Island will deliver an all-inclusive beach day in The Bahamas in December 2025 MIAMI, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Vacationers can officially add the ultimate beach day to their bucket lists as Royal Caribbean has opened bookings for the first-of-its-kind beach club experience in The Bahamas. Combining the vibrant culture and beauty of The Bahamas with signature Royal Caribbean touches, Royal Beach Club Paradise Island* will redefine the ultimate beach day across all-inclusive experiences for every vibe. Starting today, vacationers booked on sailings visiting Nassau beginning late December 2025 can purchase their all-inclusive day passes on Royal Caribbean's website ahead of the destination's highly anticipated debut in December 2025. From the moment they arrive in paradise, vacationers will experience the spirit of The Bahamas while creating their ideal beach days across a combination of family, chill and party experiences. Guests can soak up the sun at two pristine beaches and three pools, from laidback vibes at The Deep End pool to DJ-spun tunes at The Floating Flamingo, the world's largest swim-up bar. Throughout the beach club, vacationers can refuel with island fare across three beach grills and 10 bars, and immerse themselves in Bahamian culture with live music, entertainment, local artisan shops and more. Plus, everything in between is included with roundtrip water transportation, beach games for the whole family, Wi-Fi, umbrellas and lounge chairs, lockers and towels. Vacationers can choose from a selection of all-inclusive day passes** with access to Royal Beach Club Paradise Island's experiences and beach day amenities. The options for day passes include: Day Pass with Unlimited Open Bar & Dining, starting from $169.99 for guests ages 21+ Day Pass with Non-Alcoholic Drinks & Dining, starting from $129.99 for guests ages 13+; $109.99 for ages 4-12; and free for guests ages 3 and under For an upgraded experience, guests can bundle their day pass with a beverage package onboard or pair it with exclusive destination experiences at the vacation brand's top-rated Perfect Day at CocoCay. Adventurers have more ways to take their beach day to the next level at Royal Beach Club Paradise Island with special amenities: Families can max out memories at the Ultimate Family Cabana, the vacation brand's first multi-level cabana. The two-story private retreat features a variety of premium experiences for every member of the family, including a thrilling slide, a frozen drink machine, Ultimate Family Cabana attendant and more. For those looking to take relaxation to a whole new level, both beach and poolside cabanas offer an upgrade for the whole crew, including personal attendant service, upgraded amenities, as well as day beds with dedicated beverage service, an umbrella, storage space and towels. To keep the party vibes going all day long, adventurers can reserve the east or west side of The Party Deck, located on the second floor of The Floating Flamingo. The private pool-front space for up to 12 guests includes dedicated food and beverage service and unique poolside amenities, alongside amazing ocean views and nonstop DJ beats. Whether it's family time, relaxation or party vibes, vacationers can find it all at Royal Beach Club Paradise Island starting December 2025 on vacations from six cities. There are more ways than one to visit Nassau on a range of sailings, including an end-to-end Royal Caribbean experience on Utopia of the Seas. Royal Beach Club Paradise Island is the next in the vacation brand's growing lineup of ultimate destinations, including Royal Beach Club Cozumel in 2026, Lelepa in early 2027, and Perfect Day Mexico in fall 2027. For more information on Royal Beach Club Paradise Island and day pass options, guests can visit Royal Caribbean's website. *NOTE TO EDITOR: Assets and additional information on Royal Beach Club Paradise Island can be found at **All-inclusive day pass pricing is subject to change contingent upon seasonality. About Royal Caribbean Royal Caribbean, part of Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL), has delivered memorable vacations for more than 50 years. The cruise line's game-changing ships and exclusive destinations revolutionize vacations with innovations and an all-encompassing combination of experiences, from thrills to dining and entertainment, for every type of family and vacationer. Voted 'Best Cruise Line Overall' for 22 consecutive years in the Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards, Royal Caribbean makes memories with adventurers across more than 300 destinations in 80 countries on all seven continents, including the line's top-rated exclusive destination, Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas. Media can stay up to date by following @RoyalCaribPR on X and visit For additional information or to book, vacationers can visit call (800) ROYAL-CARIBBEAN or contact their travel advisor.
Yahoo
20 hours ago
- Sport
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Sixers officially bring back Eric Gordon on deal after declining option
The Philadelphia 76ers found out shortly before the deadline for player and team options that Eric Gordon was going to decline his player option for the 2025-26 season and enter free agency. However, it was always a possibility for a return. Now, that possibility is a reality. The Sixers have officially announced that they have re-signed Gordon on a deal. He was limited to only 39 games in the 2024-25 season as he underwent wrist surgery, but he averaged 6.8 points, 1.7 assists, and 1.2 rebounds while shooting 40.9% from deep. Advertisement The 17-year vet shot a blistering 52.6% from deep in the month of January before going down with the injury, so he can still shoot the ball and be productive. Gordon also has a close relationship with rookie VJ Edgecombe from their time together on the Bahamian national team. He can be a productive player while being Edgecombe's vet for his rookie season. Gordon figures to be available and somebody coach Nick Nurse can turn to in a pinch. He likely won't be a consistent member of the rotation in the 2025-26 season, but when the Sixers need some shooting, he can hop off the bench and fill it up from beyond the arc. This article originally appeared on Sixers Wire: 76ers officially bring back Eric Gordon on deal after declining option
USA Today
21 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Sixers officially bring back Eric Gordon on deal after declining option
Eric Gordon is officially back #Sixers The Philadelphia 76ers found out shortly before the deadline for player and team options that Eric Gordon was going to decline his player option for the 2025-26 season and enter free agency. However, it was always a possibility for a return. Now, that possibility is a reality. The Sixers have officially announced that they have re-signed Gordon on a deal. He was limited to only 39 games in the 2024-25 season as he underwent wrist surgery, but he averaged 6.8 points, 1.7 assists, and 1.2 rebounds while shooting 40.9% from deep. The 17-year vet shot a blistering 52.6% from deep in the month of January before going down with the injury, so he can still shoot the ball and be productive. Gordon also has a close relationship with rookie VJ Edgecombe from their time together on the Bahamian national team. He can be a productive player while being Edgecombe's vet for his rookie season. Gordon figures to be available and somebody coach Nick Nurse can turn to in a pinch. He likely won't be a consistent member of the rotation in the 2025-26 season, but when the Sixers need some shooting, he can hop off the bench and fill it up from beyond the arc.
USA Today
a day ago
- General
- USA Today
Video captures family rescue from boat off Bahamas coast by Coast Guard
The U.S. Coast Guard rescued three people, including an 8-year-old child, from a life raft after their sailing vessel became partially submerged near Plana Cays, Bahamas, the Guard said in a June 30 statement. Video shows the Guardsmen of the Air Station Clearwater MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter aircrew reach the family at around 7 a.m. June 30 after a Good Samaritan called the Guard around midnight. The Guard said that no injuries were reported and that the family had been taken to Bahamian authorities in Great Inagua. The owner of the boat is coordinating the vessel's recovery with commercial salvage, according to the statement. "Our aircrews train very hard for moments like this, and we are thankful to have played a role in the safe rescue of this family," Lt. Andrew Boyle, a Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater Jayhawk aircraft commander, said in the statement. Boyle urged mariners to keep a radio and an emergency distress beacon when on the water saying, "it could help save their lives."
