Sports organizations are always looking for new ways to create events that will cater to their diverse fan demographics. Things don’t always run smoothly, as seen in the Pride Night controversy between the LA Dodgers and the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence. Have the Dodgers been handling the reactions from different sectors of their fan base in the most productive way? Did Clayton Kershaw, a man of faith, philanthropist, and often the team spokesman, ask for the Christian Faith and Family Night date to be moved up in response? Can athletes express their beliefs without fear of alienating fans? In our increasingly more divisive world, what conversations must occur to find the most respectful ways to celebrate inclusivity?

The Denver Nuggets overcame many obstacles to win their first NBA Championship title in 47 years, including some of their top stars not playing as well as hoped. The coach and bench stepped up their game, with Jamal Murray, who returned from serious injuries that kept him out for several seasons, emerging as one of the top players in the league. Will he continue on his upward trajectory to help the Nuggets win the title again next year?

The Oakland A’s are eyeing a move to the newest burgeoning sports hub, Las Vegas. Rob Manfred says he is not to blame for the proposed migration, claiming that Oakland has not upgraded the infrastructure to support a new stadium and that the Nevada legislature has voted to provide public funding to create a new home for the team. Will the retractable roof be enough for the A’s to draw the crowds and keep fans cool in the hot summers? Should taxpayers fund sports franchises and their arenas, or should the owners foot the bill if they want to relocate?

What was the catalyst for Jay Monahan to step back from his former ideals and stance against a PGA merger with the LIV and agree to let it go forward? Will the number of tournaments grow exponentially and cause the four majors to get watered down until they aren’t as important as they are now? Is the government now looking into the legality of aligning with the Saudis?

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