(photo by High Five Pizza) Front of restaurant at 171 Branham #1 San Jose 95136
Michael Duca (host/ESPN TV) interview High Five Pizza owner Myles McEntee about menu favorites, BBQ night Wednesdays which features to name a few, the Chicken Dinner plate, Smoked Saint Louis pork ribs, Combo BBQ dinner, Grilled New York Steak, Grilled Salmon, and Center Cut Chops. Michael and Myles talks bout how it gets done at High Five Pizza all happening at 171 Branham Lane #1 San Jose. Please visit High Five pizza at Hi5catering.com.
TNT NBA analyst Shaquille O’Neal said his advice to NBA players is to save aggressively about 75% of your earnings and live off the remaining 25%. (photo by TNT)
Mafia-NBA Scandal and Shaq’s advice –
That’s Amaury News and Commentary
By Amaury Pi-González
The average salary of NBA players is 11.9 million. Shaquille O’Neal’s comment and question about the players involved in the gambling investigation were, “How much is enough?” Shaq’s advice to the players in his own words: Save aggressively — ideally 75% of their earnings — and live off the remaining 25%. Ideally 75% of your earnings, and live off the remaining 25%”.
He emphasizes that it’s not about how much you make, but how much you keep. His core principle is that with discipline, you can build wealth and financial freedom even from smaller amounts by living. Shaq played for 19 seasons in the NBA.
Shaquille O’Neal’s fortune is estimated at around $500 million in 2025. But when it comes to handling his finances. Shaquille O’Neal said to his own children, “We ain’t rich, I’m rich, to teach them the value of hard work.
Shaq believes his children should earn their own success and not rely on his wealth. He requires them to finish school, get a degree, and present a business plan before he will invest in it. The NBA sent a memo to all 30 teams four days after guard Terry Rozier and coach Chauncey Billups were indicted by the FBI in the gambling investigation, shaking the NBA to its core.
The league wrote that it is reviewing policies on injury reporting, training, and education for all NBA personnel, as well as player safety measures. Charles Barkley has been vocally critical, dismissing arguments of gambling addiction and calling those involved “stupid.”
This comment came during an on-air debate with fellow NBA commentator Kenny Smith, who suggested addiction could be a factor. After the recent arrests on this scandal, Barkley has been very critical, dismissing the argument made on-air by commentator Kenny Smith, who suggested addiction could be a factor.
Quotes: Adam Silver, NBA Commissioner: Emphasized the seriousness of players betting on games and stated that nothing is more important than the integrity of the competition. Jessica Tisch, NYPD Commissioner: Described rigging games for profit as immoral and illegal, calling it an offense to players and fans. FBI Director Kash Patel: Referred to the alleged schemes as “mind-boggling ,” involving significant financial fraud over multiple years.
San Jose Barracuda line left to right left wing Egor Afgfanasyev (11), defenseman Luca Cagnoni (42), forward Quentin Musty (13), center Colin White (16) and forward Igor Chernyshov (92) battle the Milwaukee Admirals at Tech CU in San Jose on Sat Oct 25, 2025 (San Jose Barracuda photo)
San Jose Barracuda podcast Marko Ukalovic:
#1 How did San Jose Barracuda forward Kasper Halttunen impact the game on Oct 25 in terms of shot volume or scoring chances, and how does that reflect his adjustment to the AHL level?
#2 In what ways did Barracuda defenseman Mattias Havelid influence the Barracuda’s transition game during the contest, and how effective was he at minimizing the Admirals’ odd-man rushes?
#3 With Barracuda goaltenders Matt Davis and Gabriel Carrière both on the roster, which goalie was used on Oct 25, and how did his performance (rebound control, high-danger saves) affect the outcome?
#4 Barracuda forward Filip Bystedt is a rising prospect — how did his deployment ( line-mate combinations, special-teams usage) on Oct 25 reflect the Barracuda’s coaching strategy for his development?
#5 How did Barracuda defenseman Luca Cagnoni perform on the penalty kill or during key defensive-zone face-offs on Oct 25, and what does that tell us about his readiness for higher-level competition?
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) gets hit with a foul while driving to the hoop against the Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis (11) in first half action at Golden One Center in Sacramento on Sun Oct 26, 2025 (AP News photo)
Sacramento Kings podcast Barbara Mason:
#1 How did the Kings Domantas Sabonis impact the game in terms of rebounding and inside scoring, and did the Kings get enough production from him down the stretch?
#2 With the Kings Zach LaVine listed as questionable due to illness, did he play and how did his level of play affect the Kings’ offensive rhythm?
#3 How effective was the Kings Russell Westbrook in his role — did he provide the veteran leadership and playmaking the Kings hoped for?
#4 Did the Kings get a meaningful contribution from DeMar DeRozan, and how did his performance compare to expectations in this game?
#5 Given the Kings allowed 127 points, what defensive breakdowns or weak matchups stood out, and which Kings player(s) were primarily responsible for trying (but perhaps failing) to stop the Lakers’ attack?
Whether you’re pre-gaming with the Kings or celebrating an A’s win, Cyprus Grille at the Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown – Arena is your downtown go-to.
⚡Craft cocktails? Check. 🔥Game-day bites? Oh yeah. 🏟️Steps from Golden 1 Center? You bet.
Open daily, Cyprus Grille is serving up local flavor with a front-row seat to the action. Stop by before or after the game—or make it your new downtown hangout.
Cyprus Grille—where fans fuel up.
📍Located inside the Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown – Arena @ 300 J Street
Happy Hour – 4pm-6pm
Show your ticket for additional discounts when dining in.
Stanford Cardinal quarterback Ben Gulbranson (15) tries to get a pass away while under pressure from Miami Hurricanes defensive back Kelonte Scott (0) in the first half at Hard Stadium Miami on Sat Oct 25, 2025 (AP News photo)
Stanford Cardinal podcast Daniel Dullum:
#1 Stanford Cardinal (3-5) in the first half of their game in Miami against the Miami Hurricanes (6-1) was under control and it looked as if this might turn out to be a tight ball game as it wound up as a 7-7 tie after the first half.
#2 Second half it was just a blow out the Cardinal defense couldn’t shut down the Miami offense in the third quarter the Hurricane scored 21 points and in the fourth quarter the Hurricane scored 14 to put frosting on the cake for the 42-7.
#3 The Hurricanes quarterback Carson Beck had lots of time to throw in the second half and piled up points for the win. Beck went 21-28, 189 yards and one touchdown.
#4 Stanford quarterback Ben Gulbranson struggled all afternoon completing only nine passes out of 21 attempts for 50 yards and one touchdown. Gulbranson was running for his life in the second half and couldn’t move the ball to the other end.
#5 Next up for the Cardinal the Pittsburgh Panthers (6-2). Pitt is on a roll they crushed the NC State Wolfpack (4-4) 53-34 on Saturday. Pitt’s quarterback Mason Heintschel had his way going 28-48 for 423 yards, three touchdowns. Will Stanford have their hands full again with another quarterback who could have all day to throw?
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones (10) throws against the Houston Texans pass rush in the second half at NRG Stadium in Houston on Sun Oct 26, 2025 (AP News photo)
San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:
#1 San Francisco 49ers (5-3) Mac Jones couldn’t get his passes where he wanted them in the end zone. Jones threw 19-32, 193 yards and one touchdown.
#2 Texans quarterback CJ Stroud scored in low or medium numbers but good enough to hold the 49ers back for the 25-16 win. Stroud led the Texans going 30-39 for 318 yards and two touchdowns and threw one interception.
#3 Up next up for the San Francisco 49ers it’s off to the Meadowlands and the New York Giants (2-6) the Giants have lost his last three of their last four games. The Giants took a tough loss on Sunday to the Philadelphia Eagles 38-20. Can the 49ers overcome Sunday’s tough loss next Sunday at Giants Stadium.
Miami Heat’s Tony Rozier leaves the Orlando Federal Courthouse through a side door after an arraignment on Thu Oct 23, 2025 (AP News photo)
Investigation of the Mafia-NBA Gambling Scandal
That’s Amaury News and Commentary
By Amaury Pi-González
The current investigation of the Mafia and NBA gambling continues, and could make the 1919 eight Chicago White Sox players banned for life after throwing the World Series on equal footing, the numerous PED scandals, with many players’ suspensions, the Pete Rose ban from baseball because of gambling charges, and the most recent the Houston Astros sign stealing scandal look all trivial in comparison.
This could be the “tip of the iceberg,” said one popular ESPN commentator on TV, referring to the current investigation Recently, before the Warriors’ game against Denver, Warriors’ coach Steve Kerr was asked about this current NBA scandal. He responded, “The biggest thing is that our players face a lot of wrath from fans,” referencing the barrage of hostile messages athletes now receive, especially from those with money riding on the outcome.
Kerr was talking about the fans, and I agree that fans do not have a right, because they bet on a game, to harass or intimidate him or his team, because a fan made a certain bet and Kerr made a substitution, and that fan felt it cost him to lose money on his legal bet.
With all due respect to the Warriors coach, I understand what he is saying and agree with his statement, but as of today, nobody knows whether this scandal involves basketball fans who bet on NBA games. It is legal for adults to bet on sports in the US.
More than 30 people have been arrested in this recent FBI investigation into illegal gambling, match-fixing, and a mafia-backed poker scheme, and so far those arrested include NBA players, a head coach, and organized crime members. Are there also fans among the people over 30 who have been arrested so far?
We do not know, or those in the know have not told us yet. Here are all the major sports outfits in the country: DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars Sportsbook, Bet365, ESPN Bet, Fanatics Sportsbook,BetRivers. There are also a bunch of sites that are dedicated exclusively to horse racing.
The Warriors’ success at the box office is nothing new. The Golden State Warriors sold out games with great frequency during their time in Oakland, especially during their championship-winning years . The team amassed a long consecutive sellout streak that began in Oakland and continued after their move to San Francisco.
I remember those years when I was their first and only, to date, Spanish play-by-play announcer for all their games, home and away. The Warriors have always been a very popular team in the Bay Area, whether they played in Oakland or in San Francisco.
On a lighter note: A good friend of mine told me that the prices for food at the Warriors games at Chase Center in San Francisco are so high that a hot dog costs $8.50 and a beer is as high as $20. But once they’re inside, they know those are the prices; it’s like an island, they cannot leave. Which I responded, What do you expect? They play at the Chase Center, Chase is a huge US Bank.
Amaury Pi-Gonzalez – Cuban-born Pi-González is one of the pioneers of Spanish-language baseball play-by-play in America. Began as Oakland A’s Spanish-language voice in 1977 ending in 2024 (interrupted by stops with the Giants, Mariners and Angels). Voice of the Golden State Warriors from 1992 through 1998. 2010 inducted in the Bay Area Radio Hall of fame.
While in the Bay Area, great food and great prices. 998cuba.com
Miami Hurricanes quarterback Carson Beck Jr drops back on the Stanford Cardinal pass rush in the first half at Hard Rock Cafe Stadium in Miami Gardens on Sat Oct 25, 2025 (AP News photo)
By Daniel Dullum
No. 9 Miami (Fla.) used a big second half to pull away from Stanford 42-7 in Atlantic Coast Conference football Saturday in Miami.
The game was tied 7-7 at halftime before the Hurricanes (6-1 overall, 2-1 ACC) scored 21 points in the third quarter and 14 more in the fourth while shutting out Stanford for over three quarters.
Miami rolled up 404 yards in total offense to 144 for the Cardinal (3-5 overall, 2-3 ACC).
Mark Fletcher Jr. 106 yards and three touchdowns to lead the Miami attack. Quarterback Carson Beck completed 21 of 28 passes for 189 yards and a touchdown, and Jordan Lyle and Girard Pringle Jr. each ran for a touchdown.
“Mark Fletcher showed why he’s such a great player and why he’s so important to this football team.” Miami coach Mario Cristobal told AP.
The Hurricanes’ Malachi Toney contributed 138 all-purpose yards – 73 on two punt returns.
Cole Tabb was the Cardinal’s leading rusher with 64 yards in the first-ever football meeting between the schools. Ben Gulbranson threw a touchdown pass to Caden High in the first quarter. Gulbranson completed five of his first six passes or 31 yards, but as 4 for 15 for 19 yards with two interceptions after his successful start.
“I thought our defense did a pretty good job in the first half … and then they got after us real good in the second half,” Stanford head coach Frank Reich told AP.
Miami outscored the Cardinal 35-0 in the second half. After Stanford scored its early touchdown, it only had 25 total yards in its next eight possessions.
The Cardinal host Pittsburgh next Saturday with a 12:30 p.m. Pacific kickoff at Stanford Stadium.
LeBron James (left) seated next to Bronny James (center) and forward Rui Hachimura (right) as the Los Angeles Lakers battle the Golden State Warriors on Tue Oct 21, 2025 at Crypto Arena in Los Angeles (AP News photo)
Sacramento Kings podcast Tony Harvey:
#1 The Los Angeles Lakers are coming to Golden One Center in Sacramento on Sunday night. LeBron James will be scratched out of the line up as he is reportedly suffering from a sciatic nerve on his right side and will be out of commission for three to four weeks.
#2 There has been talk that the LeBron had been allegedly named in connection with the NBA gambling scandal as his injury reports were being sold that gave gamblers an inside track to betting Lakers games.
#3 In the indictment, a key individual is Damon Jones (former NBA player, former unofficial Lakers helper) who is accused of passing along non-public information about player injuries/availability to bettors.
#4 Back to the Sacramento Kings they’re coming off a 105-104 victory over the Utah Jazz on Friday night. Zach LaVine led with 31 points. LaVine should be key for the Kings in scoring for this season.
#5 Kings host the Lakers Sunday, LeBron is out of the lineup does that give the Kings a leg up also with the home floor advantage?
Whether you’re pre-gaming with the Kings or celebrating an A’s win, Cyprus Grille at the Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown – Arena is your downtown go-to.
⚡Craft cocktails? Check. 🔥Game-day bites? Oh yeah. 🏟️Steps from Golden 1 Center? You bet.
Open daily, Cyprus Grille is serving up local flavor with a front-row seat to the action. Stop by before or after the game—or make it your new downtown hangout.
Cyprus Grille—where fans fuel up.
📍Located inside the Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown – Arena @ 300 J Street
Happy Hour – 4pm-6pm
Show your ticket for additional discounts when dining in.
New Jersey Devils Dawson Mercer (91) and San Jose Sharks Philipp Kurashev (right) battle for the puck in the first period at the Prudential Center Newark NJ on Fri Oct 24, 2025 (AP News photo)
San Jose Sharks podcast Mary Lisa
#1 The New Jersey Devils Dougie Hamilton got two goals against the San Jose Sharks and they were key goals enough to get by the San Jose Sharks 3-1 on Friday night at the Prudential Center in New Jersey.
#2 New Jersey came in hot with the win they pick up their seventh win in a row going into this one the Sharks knew they would have their hands full against the Devils?
#3 New Jersey’s Connor Brown added a goal and Nico Hischier picked up two assists and the Devils have not lost a game since opening night when the bowed to the Carolina Hurricanes.
#4 Tough luck for San Jose who have now lost their seventh game out of their last eight dropping their record to 1-5-2.
#5 The Sharks conclude this five game road trip against the Minnesota Wild Sun Oct 26th. The Wild have been struggling losing four of their last five games. The Wild lost their last game to New Jersey 4-1 last Wed Oct 22nd at the Prudential Center.
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