controversies Archives

LeBron James’ criticisms of Daryl Morey’s tweet reignited NBA-China debates, led to LeBron criticism and protesters burning his jerseys

"I believe he wasn't educated on the situation at hand, and he spoke. And so many people could have been harmed not only financially, physically, emotionally, spiritually. ...I believe he was either misinformed or not really educated on the situation, and if he was, then so be it."

Redskins’ PR boss Tony Wyllie exits after nine years with the team and a whole lot of controversies

Wyllie was involved in a whole lot of headlines over the years, including breaking up on-field interviews, sending statements that proved completely false, and comparing Daniel Snyder's lawsuit against The Washington City Paper to the Arab Spring protests.

Australian Olympics commentator Jacqui Cooper criticized for “very Chinese, they all look the same” comments, says she meant style

Cooper defended her remarks on Twitter, and her employer Channel Seven issued a statement in support of her as well.

Katie Brown publishes critical texts from Dejan Kovacevic, who says “I haven’t always been the best boss”

Brown complained about Kovacevic's treatment of her and published critical texts from him. Kovacevic responded by admitting some mistakes.

ESPN commentator Doug Adler apologizes for guerrilla/gorilla remark on Venus Williams (updated)

Venus Williams’ win over Stefanie Voegele in the second round of the Australian Open Wednesday came with a...