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Alyssa Thomas has always been the kind of player who makes her presence felt on the court. Whether it’s crashing the boards, orchestrating plays, or setting the defensive tone, she is the engine that keeps her team running. But when the Laces took the floor against Phantom BC on February 18, Thomas was nowhere to be seen. Her absence raised immediate questions, especially considering her role as one of the team’s most influential leaders.

As it turns out, the knee injury she suffered on January 23 has yet to fully heal—leaving both fans and teammates wondering when their captain will return. According to a recent post on X by Desert Wave Media, “Phoenix Mercury/Laces BC forward Alyssa Thomas is OUT (right leg) for the Laces tonight vs. Phantom and Phoenix Mercury/Rose BC wing Kahleah Copper (right leg) is OUT for Rose tonight vs. Vinyl.”

Although the Laces won the game 75-68 to improve to a 5-3 record, her absence was still a significant talking point. During their January 23 matchup against Phantom BC, Thomas exited in the fourth quarter after suffering a right knee injury, which she got while contesting a rebound with Rhyne Howard.

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Phoenix Mercury/Laces BC forward Alyssa Thomas is OUT (right leg) for the Laces tonight vs. Phantom and Phoenix Mercury/Rose BC wing Kahleah Copper (right leg) is OUT for Rose tonight vs. Vinyl. #Unrivaled #WNBA #ValleyTogether

— Desert Wave Media (@DesertWaveCo) February 18, 2025

She was seen clutching her knee in visible pain before being helped off the court by a trainer. The league announced that she would be re-evaluated the following morning, but nearly a month later, she has yet to make her return.

Despite losing their captain in that game, the Laces (then 3-0) pushed through to secure an 83-79…

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2024-25 DISTRICT 2 BOYS BASKETBALL PLAYOFFS

Tickets for the 2025 District 2 Boys and Girls Basketball Championships. Tickets are required for every round of the championships.

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DISTRICT 2-4 CLASS 6A SUBREGIONAL

Quarterfinals

Hazleton Area 69, Wyoming Valley West 33

Wilkes-Barre Area 66, West Scranton 27

Williamsport 55, Delaware Valley 49

Saturday’s semifinal

5-Williamsport (10-12) at 1-Scranton (16-6), 5 p.m.

Monday’s semifinal

3-Hazleton Area (12-11) at 2-Wilkes-Barre Area (16-9), 7 p.m.

Final, March 1

At Mohegan Sun Arena

Semifinal winners, 8 p.m.

DISTRICT 2 CLASS 5A

Quarterfinals

Crestwood 44, Nanticoke Area 24

Wallenpaupack 47, North Pocono 39

Friday’s semifinals

3-Crestwood (14-9) at 2-Abington Heights (12-10), 7 p.m.

4-Wallenpaupack (12-11) at 1-Pittston Area (14-8), 7 p.m.

Final, Feb. 28

At Mohegan Sun Arena

Semifinal winners, 8 p.m.

 

DISTRICT 2 CLASS 4A

Quarterfinals

Dallas 50, Tunkhannock 35

Valley View 57, Mid Valley 33

Wyoming Area 53, Berwick 51

Scranton Prep 57, Honesdale 43

Friday’s semifinals

4-Wyoming Area (16-8) at 1-Scranton Prep (17-6), 7 p.m.

3-Valley View (18-5) vs. 2-Dallas (18-8), 7 p.m.

PIAA qualifier third-place game, Feb. 25

Semifinal losing teams at higher seed, 7 p.m.

Final, March 1

At Mohegan Sun Arena

Semifinal winners, 4 p.m.

DISTRICT 2 CLASS 3A

Quarterfinals

Elk Lake 58, Montrose 43

Holy Cross 86, Lakeland 47

Dunmore 59, Holy Redeemer 52

Saturday’s semifinals

3-Elk Lake (20-3) at 2-Holy Cross (21-3), TBA

5-Dunmore (12-11) at 1-Riverside (22-1), 6 p.m.

Final, Feb. 27

At Mohegan Sun Arena

Semifinal winners, 8 p.m.

DISTRICT 2 CLASS 2A

Quarterfinals

Lackawanna Trail 47, Susquehanna 34

Mountain View 53, Forest City 36

Wyoming Seminary 56, Blue Ridge 39

Saturday’s semifinals

3-Lackawanna Trail (13-10) at 2-Mountain View (16-7), TBA

4-Wyoming Seminary (10-13) at 1-Old Forge (17-5), 1 p.m.

Final, March 1

At Mohegan Sun Arena

Semifinal winners, 2…

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ALICE COOPER

TOO CLOSE FOR COMFORT

ALICE COOPER TOO CLOSE FOR COMFORT ROCK LEGEND ALICE COOPER TAKES OVER THE MOHEGAN ARENA IN WILKES-BARRE ON MAY 20   The legendary Alice Cooper is bringing his Too Close for Comfort Tour to Wilkes-Barre for one night only! Get ready for a theatrical rock spectacle packed with iconic hits, shock-rock antics, and pure adrenaline as the master of mayhem takes over Mohegan Arena on May 20. Don’t miss your chance to see the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer live in Wilkes-Barre for one unforgettable night! Event Details:  Date: Tuesday, May 20, 2025  Time: 8:00 PM Tickets: Starting at $49.50

ALICE COOPER VIP PACKAGES VIP Package Presale – Tuesday 2/11 10am – Thursday 2/13 10pm No password needed for VIP Package presale   (VIP1) ALICE COOPER: Alice Cooper Front Row Package $699.50 each Includes: – One Reserved Front Row Ticket – Individual Photograph with Alice Cooper – Autographed Alice Cooper Commemorative Poster – Official Alice Cooper Set List – Specially Designed Exclusive Merchandise – Very Limited Availability (VIP2) ALICE COOPER: Alice Cooper Diamond Package $674.50 Each Includes: – One Reserved Ticket in Rows 2-5 – Individual Photograph with Alice Cooper – Autographed Alice Cooper Commemorative Poster – Official Alice Cooper Set List – Specially Designed Exclusive Merchandise – Limited Availability (VIP3) ALICE COOPER: VIP Merchandise Package $274.50 Each Includes: – One P1 Reserved or General Admission Concert Ticket – Collectible Alice Cooper Merchandise – Limited Availability

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Non-retail commerce media channels typically mean payments, travel, and intermediaries that overlap with retail. But more nontraditional commerce media networks have been popping up from places like Mohegan’s casinos, RE/MAX’s real estate websites, and Planet Fitness’ gyms.

These commerce media networks don’t have retail media’s proximity to point of sale, but they do have engaged audiences, new inventory, and a valuable understanding of consumer behavior.

1. Mohegan’s casino media network

The most recent of these new retail media plays came from Mohegan, which launched what it calls the industry’s first casino media network. The ad network currently offers ads on its gambling apps and websites, with a focus on travel, restaurants within the casino, upcoming events, and nearby businesses, according to Rich Roberts, president of digital gaming at Mohegan.

Looking ahead: Mohegan hopes to show out-of-home (OOH) ads on slot machines and around casinos based on data attached to casino player cards, but the network is still determining what that will look like. “A lot of this we’re still working out,” Roberts said. “This is new and something different.”

Unique value: Brands gain legitimacy by being associated with the Mohegan brand, according to Roberts. “[If] Mohegan is partnered with this company, right away our customer is going ‘Oh, Mohegan is recommending it, we should pay attention.’”

Gaming apps and casinos are places where consumers already expect to see promotions and distractions, so new ads may not be totally unwelcome.

2. RE/MAX’s real estate media network

In another first, RE/MAX launched its real estate media network late last year, which will serve search ads for businesses related to home improvement, insurance, and safety. “We want brands that are really going to elevate us and partner with us, helping the home-buyer and seller in their journey,” said Abby Lee, executive vice president of marketing communications and events.

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During game 2 of the Indiana Fever’s WNBA playoffs series against the Connecticut Sun, Fever superstar Caitlin Clark and former Connecticut Sun standout DeWanna Bonner got into a feisty physical exchange.

Clark took a three-point shot while being guarded by Bonner just a few minutes into the game. Clark missed the shot but thought Bonner fouled her when she attempted to land.

As a result, Clark began complaining to the referee. Bonner didn’t seem to appreciate this, as she began chirping at Clark; to which the rookie responded by shoving Bonner, which the veteran responded to by swiping Clark’s arm away from her.

Got a little chippy between Caitlin Clark and DeWanna Bonner pic.twitter.com/NukhPunTFH

— Dime (@DimeUPROXX) September 25, 2024

The Sun ultimately won the game and the series. However, Bonner has also recently joined the Indiana Fever in free agency.

During her introductory press conference with the Fever on February 10, Bonner was asked directly about this physical exchange with Clark (while Clark was listening to her from a few feet away).

“I’m glad you asked that question because my inbox has been going crazy about that moment. But I think it’s just two competitive players that want to win and push to get over the finish line. It’s playoffs, so emotions are high, tensions are high,” Bonner said about this exchange after being asked about it directly by The Athletic staff writer James Boyd.

“But I couldn’t be more excited to step on the court with Caitlin. We actually had a great workout this morning, and I think we just feed well off of each other,” Bonner continued. “So I’m just here to hopefully give my little leadership advice, I don’t think I need to push her to be any type of player…

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Dates have been announced for May and August

Alice Cooper is expanding his 2025 Too Close for Comfort Tour through the summer. The shock rocker adds dates for May and August throughout the country with stops in Huntsville, Milwaukee, Atlantic City, St. Louis, and others.

Pre-sale tickets and VIP Packages are available starting tomorrow (Tues, Feb 11th) at 10 am with code SICKTHINGS. Tickets go on sale Friday, February 14th.

Guitarist Gilby Clarke will be featured through February 16th, replacing Nita Strauss, who has conflicting obligations. Previously, guitarist Orianthi had been planning to replace Strauss, but due to unforeseen circumstances, she isn’t able to do the tour.

Nita Strauss will return for the spring and summer shows, including May 9th at the Sonic Temple festival in Columbus, Ohio, the Boardwalk Rock Festival in Ocean City, Maryland on May 18th, and August 15th in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at Lincoln Financial Field with My Chemical Romance.

Alice Cooper Spring/Summer 2025 Too Close for Comfort Tour Dates:

May 2 – Huntsville, AL @ VBC Mark C. Smith Concert Hall
May 3 – Macon, GA @ Atrium Health Amphitheater
May 5 – Montgomery, AL @ Montgomery Performing Arts Center
May 6 – Savannah, GA @ Savannah Civic Center – Johnny Mercer Theater
May 7 – North Charleston, SC @ North Charleston Performing Arts Center
May 10 – Saginaw, MI @ Dow Event Center
May 13 – Moline, IL @ Vibrant Arena at the Mark
May 14 – Milwaukee, WI @ Miller High Life Theater
May 15 – Muncie, IN @ Ball State University – Emens Auditorium
May 17 – Erie, PA @ Erie Insurance Arena
May 20 – Wilkes-Barre, PA @ Mohegan Arena
May 22 – Utica, NY @ Stanley Performing Arts Center
May 23 – Uncasville, CT @ Mohegan Sun…

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UNCASVILLE, CT – On Saturday, February 15, Ricky de los Santos (12-1, 3 KOs) defends his WBC US Silver Featherweight Title against unbeaten New England Super Featherweight & Lightweight Champion“King” Kevin Walsh (15-0, 8 KOs).

The pair collide on CES Boxing’s massive ‘Love & War’ card taking place at Mohegan Sun Arena and broadcast live globally on DAZN.  Tickets on sale now at CESFights.com, TicketMaster or the Mohegan Sun Arena box office.

At first glance, the fighters have much in common: they have emerged as the top 2 featherweights in the northeast US, each coming off the biggest win of their respective careers last year at Mohegan Sun Arena. 

De los Santos won the WBC title against Nathan Martinez via unanimous decision in February, while Walsh dispatched of Irvin Gonzalez in 4 rounds to pick up the New England Super Featherweight title in November.  They also proudly represent the fighting New England cities of Brockton, MA (Walsh) and Pawtucket, RI (de los Santos). 

The pugilists recently sat down with The Final Bell podcast to discuss a showdown that many believe will steal the show on Saturday night.  They showed mutual respect and acknowledged the other’s strengths, but with emotions running high, they also traded a few barbs.

“He’s a tough fighter,” said Walsh when assessing de los Santos.  “He’s fast, he’s got skills and good footwork.  I’m looking forward to the challenge.  These are the moments I live for.”

Walsh had a late start in boxing.  The 32-year-old turned pro in 2021 and reeled off 15 victories in only 4 years.  2024 was his best year to date, as the Brockton native fought 5 times and won 2 titles.  With each outing, Walsh steadily increased his level of opposition and showed marked improvement, something that’s not lost on de los Santos.

“I know Kevin’s coming to fight,” said the…

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