Downtown Los Angeles venue, home to Lakers and Kings, owned by AEG.
A federal bankruptcy court has confirmed Oceanwide Plaza’s revised liquidation plan, enabling the sale to KPC Square and a renewed $1.2 billion redevelopment ahead of the 2028 Olympics. Graffiti removal will begin within 30 days as work restarts on the three unfinished towers overlooking Crypto.com Arena.
Connor McGregor’s return to the UFC ended after 69 seconds when a knee injury forced a TKO loss to Max Holloway. He has since announced knee surgery and a road to recovery, while vowing comeback work and drawing inspiration from past champions.
MVP merges with PFL to form a broader combat-sports company led by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian, with John Martin on the board. The deal expands MVP’s reach in boxing and MMA, leveraging Netflix and ESPN distribution as MMA enters a new era. Readers are guided through what changed, why it matters, and what to expect next.
Multiple WNBA games have been interrupted by thrown sex toys, with players and officials calling out perpetrators. Chicago Sky and Atlanta Dream incidents are linked to ongoing protests; authorities warn of bans and legal action for offenders.
Joshua Van has defended his flyweight title against Alexandre Pantoja in a highly anticipated rematch. Van has showcased his improved striking and grappling, earning a decisive victory while Pantoja has demonstrated resilience. The clash sets up a potential trilogy and a new era for the division.
New ownership has outlined aggressive plans to lift the Lakers’ value to $30 billion within a decade, backed by higher ticketing, media rights and international growth. The sale from the Buss family to Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger has triggered a valuation surge and renewed speculation about the franchise’s long-term health.