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Dick Vitale criticizes the Knicks' coaching search, suggesting they should rehire Tom Thibodeau, whom they recently fired, citing his successful tenure and playoff achievements. The team faces criticism for their handling of the coaching situation, with Vitale and others expressing disappointment in their process.
ESPN and the Charlotte Sports Foundation announced the creation of the Dick Vitale Invitational, an annual men's college basketball event in Charlotte honoring broadcaster Dick Vitale, with the first game featuring Texas vs. Duke scheduled for November 4, 2025, and ESPN extending Vitale's contract through 2028.
Legendary broadcaster Dick Vitale has called for the WNBA to address excessive physical play following a controversial incident where rookie Caitlin Clark was targeted with a cheap shot by Chennedy Carter during a game. The debate has sparked divided opinions on whether the rough play is part of the game or if stronger player protection measures are needed. Vitale's comments have intensified the pressure on the WNBA commissioner to take action, potentially setting new standards for player safety in the league.
Earl Cureton, a former NBA champion and college star, passed away at the age of 66. Known as "Earl The Twirl," he had a successful career in basketball, playing for teams such as the Philadelphia 76ers, Detroit Pistons, Houston Rockets, Chicago Bulls, Charlotte Hornets, and Toronto Raptors. Cureton also played professionally in Europe and South America. He was a community ambassador for the Pistons and was scheduled to broadcast a game before his passing. His former teammates and the Pistons organization expressed their deep sadness and condolences.
College basketball analyst Dick Vitale has released his preseason All-America teams for the 2023-24 season. The teams feature standout players such as Zach Edey from Purdue, Armando Bacot from North Carolina, Johni Broome from Auburn, Tyler Kolek from Marquette, and Boo Buie from Northwestern. Vitale highlights the roster shakeup in college basketball with many top scorers and players transferring, but he is excited to see the progress of young players and project the stars for the upcoming season.
Legendary college basketball announcer Dick Vitale has announced that he has been diagnosed with vocal cord cancer, marking his third battle with cancer in two years. After receiving treatment for melanoma and lymphoma, Vitale will now undergo six weeks of radiation to treat the vocal cord cancer. Despite the diagnosis, the 84-year-old remains determined to be ready to commentate college basketball games for his 45th year on ESPN when the season begins in the fall. Vitale's health update coincides with the 2023 ESPY Awards, where he accepted the 2022 Jimmy V Award for Perseverance for his previous battles with cancer.
Longtime ESPN college basketball analyst Dick Vitale has announced that he has vocal cord cancer and will undergo six weeks of radiation treatment. The 84-year-old Hall of Famer, who previously battled melanoma and lymphoma, expressed his determination to fight the disease and be ready to call games when the college hoops season begins in the fall. Vitale has been with ESPN since its launch in 1979 and is known for his passionate commentary on college basketball.
Legendary ESPN college basketball announcer Dick Vitale has revealed that he has been diagnosed with vocal cord cancer, marking his third cancer diagnosis. Vitale, who previously battled melanoma and lymphoma, plans to undergo six weeks of radiation treatment and is determined to return to calling college basketball games for ESPN. The 84-year-old expressed gratitude for the support he has received and remains optimistic about being ready for the upcoming college hoops season. Vitale has been a prominent figure in college basketball broadcasting since 1979 and is considered one of the most iconic sports broadcasters.