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sports23h ago

Tom Dundon is weighing cost-cutting measures for the Trail Blazers as the new owner works to trim expenses.
Dundon has discussed reducing road hotel costs and limiting two-way players on the road.
There is skepticism in NBA circles about Dundon’s willingness to spend after buying the team for roughly $4.5 billion.
Kerr suggested the NBA consider removing the three-point line, a point that divides fans and analytics teams.
Orlando Magic coach Jamahl Mosley’s job status could hinge on this season’s playoff run.
Donovan Mitchell studied Beal’s early-career film to improve his fit with the Cavaliers’ offense.
Mitchell emphasized that team cohesion matters more than individual star power for Cleveland’s postseason success.
Dennis Schröder praised Mitchell’s unselfish play in late game decision-making.
The Cavaliers are integrating James Harden with Donovan Mitchell as they prepare for future rounds.
Mannix’s Thursday predictions foresee Knicks and Celtics advancing and Denver advancing in their series.

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sports13h ago

Cronin defends Dundon, saying public criticism of the owner is inaccurate and he’ll spend when necessary.
Cronin cited a February trade deadline moment when Dundon approved a tax-heavy move to show commitment to winning.
Dundon was ready to sign off on a trade that would have triggered luxury tax implications this season.
Cronin said Dundon will pay the coach based on risk and market value, not shy away from top-tier hires.
Splitter acknowledged ongoing chatter and called some comments exaggerations and clickbait.
Cronin admitted a miscommunication led to two-way players not traveling for Games 1 and 2, a mistake he owned.
Cronin said two-way players were later added for Game 5 in San Antonio to correct the error.
Cronin emphasized Dundon’s willingness to back expensive moves if it benefits the team’s status and competition level.
Cronin highlighted the budget for hiring the next head coach as a decision-dependent on experience and risk.
The report connects owner Dundon with cost-cutting concerns amid playoff travel and staffing decisions.

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Pickleball Inc. raised $225 million from Apollo Sports Capital and Dundon Capital Partners, marking a record funding round for the company.
The funding increases Pickleball Inc.’s total investment to $315 million and values the company at about $750 million.
The capital will roll up assets like Pickleball Central, PickleballTournaments.com, and Just Courts under a unified Pickleball Inc. umbrella.
Dundon and the Pardoe family will remain majority shareholders after the investment.
Pickleball’s popularity is rising, with more than 24 million U.S. players in 2025, according to industry data.
The MLP and PPA Tour reported $30 million in sponsorship revenue in 2025 and $60 million in top-line revenue.
The deal will support further integration of pickleball across media, events, and infrastructure.
The investment marks a ‘seismic day’ for pickleball’s business growth and ecosystem expansion.
Dundon is an owner of the Portland Trail Blazers and the Carolina Hurricanes and was an early pickleball investor.

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