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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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Tyrese Haliburton, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Kevin Durant, James Harden and Jaylen Brown in a poster for Netflix’s “Starting 5.”

ICYMI: ‘Starting 5’ season two follows the in-season ups and downs of NBA stars

By Dylan Paradise, Staff Writer • October 31, 2025

Curious as to what a day in the life of your favorite basketball superstar looks like? Netflix’s “Starting 5” — back for its second season — follows NBA players throughout their teams’ quest...

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski runs down the field after making a catch in Super Bowl LII Feb. 4, 2018, in Minneapolis. The Eagles won, 41-33.

Take 5: Gronk’s future is uncertain and Lakers should pass on Davis

By Staff • January 30, 2019
It’s possible that Gronk may decide to walk away from football under his own power after this season. Because of his multiple injuries, he has been forced to undergo numerous surgeries, each no doubt costing a serious physical and mental toll.
The Houston Rockets’ James Harden celebrates a 3-pointer against the Los Angeles Clippers at the Staples Center in Los Angeles Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2018. (Wally Skalij/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

Take 5: Harden, hot dogs, home runs

By The Pitt News Staff • March 29, 2018

Oakland has been buzzing about the hiring of a new head basketball coach — our lord and savior Jeff Capel. But while the Pitt community has been busy celebrating the arrival of a new king, the rest of...

The Houston Rockets' James Harden looks on during the fourth quarter against the Miami Heat at the AmericanAirlines Arena in Miami on February 7, 2018. The Rockets are in Los Angeles to take on the Clippers on Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2018. (David Santiago/El Nuevo Herald/TNS)

Take Five: Pirates, Pacquette and Rick Pitino

By The Pitt News Staff • March 2, 2018

Spring break is upon us but the non-stop news cycle of the sports world takes no breaks. The Pitt News staff is back to round up this week’s best stories. Click here to see last week's takes. Cheapskates The...

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