Landon Buford
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Landon Buford
@landonbuford.bsky.social
Sports and Entertainment Journalist with stops at Forbes, Sports illustrated, USA Today, Heavy.com, Vayner Media,& PlayersTV to name a few. You can find my latest work at LandonBuford.com: Credentialed Media Member w the Dallas Mavs & cover the whole NBA
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Kevin Durant shares his thoughts on possibly owning a piece of the Seattle Supersonics one day, and his interest in putting together a winning team, while mentoring young players.

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Baseball HOFer Ken Griffey Jr on possibly joining @seattle-sonics.bsky.social ownership group:

“If the opportunity presents itself, I’d love to be part of the ownership group bringing a team back,” Griffey Jr. tells me.

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August 19, 2025 at 4:23 AM
Ex- Cardinals’ Db Robert Nelson Jr. on the Team’s Culture:

“When I played there, they didn’t know how to use certain players—including me.”

“There’s a culture issue, too. You’ve got coaches, owners, and GMs out partying with players in Scottsdale.”

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#Birdgang #NFL
Robert Nelson Jr. on Tom Brady, Shedeur, And Building Legacy
Robert Nelson Jr. reflects on facing Tom Brady, mentoring Shedeur Sanders, and building a lasting legacy with his brand, Oautica Wave.
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August 8, 2025 at 4:50 AM
From TikTok to the sidewalk: How independent artists are building their own buzz

In a world where virality trumps tradition, a new generation of independent artists is redefining what it means to make it. From sidewalk cyphers to streaming hits, they're harnessing social media, street culture, and…
From TikTok to the sidewalk: How independent artists are building their own buzz
In a world where virality trumps tradition, a new generation of independent artists is redefining what it means to make it. From sidewalk cyphers to streaming hits, they're harnessing social media, street culture, and pure hustle to carve their own lanes—proving that mainstream isn't the only path to music success.
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July 30, 2025 at 8:11 AM
Paige Bueckers: The Future of Sponsorship Partnerships and Endorsements

Paige Bueckers is reimagining sponsorships in the world of sports. With a focus on car dealership and real estate partnerships, she's setting a new standard for how athletes can leverage their brand to secure long-term…
Paige Bueckers: The Future of Sponsorship Partnerships and Endorsements
Paige Bueckers is reimagining sponsorships in the world of sports. With a focus on car dealership and real estate partnerships, she's setting a new standard for how athletes can leverage their brand to secure long-term financial benefits.
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July 25, 2025 at 3:13 AM
Exclusive: Sean Garrett on “Girlfriend,” Cultural Commentary, and the Power of Honesty in Music

Sean Garrett, known as “The Pen,” has shaped the soundtracks of global icons and now steps into the spotlight with his own bold voice. In this candid interview, he discusses his journey, the emotional…
Exclusive: Sean Garrett on “Girlfriend,” Cultural Commentary, and the Power of Honesty in Music
Sean Garrett, known as “The Pen,” has shaped the soundtracks of global icons and now steps into the spotlight with his own bold voice. In this candid interview, he discusses his journey, the emotional depth of his new single 'Girlfriend,' and his mission to inspire future generations of artists and music lovers.
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July 16, 2025 at 10:41 PM
Nick Emmanwori’s Journey to Seahawks Started with AUE Performance Training

Nick Emmanwori’s journey from a dominant SEC safety to a top-tier NFL prospect was shaped by more than talent alone. With the guidance of Augustine Ume-Ezeoke and AUE Performance, the Seattle Seahawks’ second-round pick…
Nick Emmanwori’s Journey to Seahawks Started with AUE Performance Training
Nick Emmanwori’s journey from a dominant SEC safety to a top-tier NFL prospect was shaped by more than talent alone. With the guidance of Augustine Ume-Ezeoke and AUE Performance, the Seattle Seahawks’ second-round pick underwent a complete transformation—physically and mentally—during the pre-draft process. In an exclusive Q&A, Ume-Ezeoke breaks down how discipline, precision, and tailored development turned Emmanwori into one of the most promising young defenders in the league.
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July 3, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Sophie Cunningham’s Martial Arts Background: The Hidden Edge Behind Her WNBA Toughness

Sophie Cunningham’s journey from martial artist to WNBA enforcer reveals the powerful influence of discipline, control, and physical toughness. With a black belt earned at age six, her background in Taekwondo…
Sophie Cunningham’s Martial Arts Background: The Hidden Edge Behind Her WNBA Toughness
Sophie Cunningham’s journey from martial artist to WNBA enforcer reveals the powerful influence of discipline, control, and physical toughness. With a black belt earned at age six, her background in Taekwondo and Krav Maga helped build the mental and physical edge that defines her game today
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July 1, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Could LeBron James Be Traded to the Knicks or Cavaliers? Rumors Swirl Ahead Of NBA Free Agency

Could LeBron James be heading back to Cleveland or finally donning a New York Knicks jersey? As trade speculation grows, league insiders suggest the King may be looking for a final championship run…
Could LeBron James Be Traded to the Knicks or Cavaliers? Rumors Swirl Ahead Of NBA Free Agency
Could LeBron James be heading back to Cleveland or finally donning a New York Knicks jersey? As trade speculation grows, league insiders suggest the King may be looking for a final championship run outside of Los Angeles.
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June 30, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Noelle Quinn Reflects on Lenny Wilkens’ Lasting Legacy as Seattle Prepares for Historic Statue Unveiling at Climate Pledge Arena

“Seattle loves winners,” says Noelle Quinn as she honors the legendary Lenny Wilkens ahead of his statue unveiling at Climate Pledge Arena. From mentoring Jackie…
Noelle Quinn Reflects on Lenny Wilkens’ Lasting Legacy as Seattle Prepares for Historic Statue Unveiling at Climate Pledge Arena
“Seattle loves winners,” says Noelle Quinn as she honors the legendary Lenny Wilkens ahead of his statue unveiling at Climate Pledge Arena. From mentoring Jackie Robinson in Brooklyn to leading the Sonics to a championship, Wilkens’ journey is being permanently etched into Seattle sports history.
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June 25, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Nancy Lieberman Reflects on Dwight Howard’s Legacy and Future: “He’s Going To Be a Hall of Famer”

Basketball legend Nancy Lieberman shared heartfelt thoughts about Dwight Howard’s ongoing passion for the game and his inevitable place among basketball’s greatest. Speaking from the Big3 Draft in Las…
Nancy Lieberman Reflects on Dwight Howard’s Legacy and Future: “He’s Going To Be a Hall of Famer”
Basketball legend Nancy Lieberman shared heartfelt thoughts about Dwight Howard’s ongoing passion for the game and his inevitable place among basketball’s greatest. Speaking from the Big3 Draft in Las Vegas, Lieberman praised Howard’s legacy and enduring love for competition.
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June 15, 2025 at 5:10 AM
Metta World Peace Recalls Favorite NBA Moment vs. Seattle Supersonics

In a nostalgic reflection, Metta World Peace recalls hitting a half-court buzzer beater against the Seattle SuperSonics and locking down Gary Payton early in his career. He also shares his hopes for Seattle’s return to the NBA.
Metta World Peace Recalls Favorite NBA Moment vs. Seattle Supersonics
In a nostalgic reflection, Metta World Peace recalls hitting a half-court buzzer beater against the Seattle SuperSonics and locking down Gary Payton early in his career. He also shares his hopes for Seattle’s return to the NBA.
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June 9, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Metta World Peace Hails Tyrese Haliburton’s Jordan-Like Playoff Surge in 2025

NBA legend Metta World Peace is singing the praises of Tyrese Haliburton after his sensational 2025 playoff run. Declaring Haliburton “supernova” and likening his dominance to Michael Jordan, Metta says the Pacers star…
Metta World Peace Hails Tyrese Haliburton’s Jordan-Like Playoff Surge in 2025
NBA legend Metta World Peace is singing the praises of Tyrese Haliburton after his sensational 2025 playoff run. Declaring Haliburton “supernova” and likening his dominance to Michael Jordan, Metta says the Pacers star is redefining superstardom on basketball’s biggest stage.
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June 8, 2025 at 7:56 AM
Metta World Peace Declares Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Looks Better Than Michael Jordan — At Times

In a viral Twitter Spaces conversation, Metta World Peace boldly stated that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has moments where he looks better than Michael Jordan. With elite scoring, control, and leadership,…
Metta World Peace Declares Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Looks Better Than Michael Jordan — At Times
In a viral Twitter Spaces conversation, Metta World Peace boldly stated that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has moments where he looks better than Michael Jordan. With elite scoring, control, and leadership, SGA is making a case for greatness in his own right.
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June 7, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Metta World Peace Doubles Down on Knicks Head Coach Ambitions After Thibodeau Firing

Metta World Peace isn't just talking about it—he's making his case loud and clear. After the Knicks fired Tom Thibodeau, the Queens native and former NBA All-Star has gone public with his passion to lead the team…
Metta World Peace Doubles Down on Knicks Head Coach Ambitions After Thibodeau Firing
Metta World Peace isn't just talking about it—he's making his case loud and clear. After the Knicks fired Tom Thibodeau, the Queens native and former NBA All-Star has gone public with his passion to lead the team he’s loved since '99. With coaching experience at multiple levels, from mentoring Lakers rookies to turning around Cal State LA's women’s program, Metta is ready to bring a championship mindset to Madison Square Garden.
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June 7, 2025 at 8:40 AM
Becky Hammon on Maya Moore’s 2025 Hall of Fame Induction: A Legacy of Purpose, Power, and Unmatched Greatness

With those six words, Becky Hammon captured the essence of Maya Moore’s impact on basketball. As Moore joins the 2025 Hall of Fame class, her legacy is sealed not just in championship…
Becky Hammon on Maya Moore’s 2025 Hall of Fame Induction: A Legacy of Purpose, Power, and Unmatched Greatness
With those six words, Becky Hammon captured the essence of Maya Moore’s impact on basketball. As Moore joins the 2025 Hall of Fame class, her legacy is sealed not just in championship banners or All-Star accolades, but in purpose. From UConn dominance to WNBA superstardom—and ultimately walking away from it all to fight for justice—Moore redefined what it means to be a generational icon. In this special reflection, Hammon and Moore recount the memories, milestones, and meaning behind a career that transcended sport.
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June 3, 2025 at 8:15 AM
Becky Hammon Reflects on Sue Bird Joining Her in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Later This Year

Becky Hammon reflects on Sue Bird’s unmatched leadership and lasting impact as Sue Bird prepares to be inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.
Becky Hammon Reflects on Sue Bird Joining Her in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Later This Year
Becky Hammon reflects on Sue Bird’s unmatched leadership and lasting impact as Sue Bird prepares to be inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.
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June 2, 2025 at 5:31 AM
Video Of Tory Lanez’s Ex-Bodyguard Resurfaces, Sparks Debate Over Character and Conviction

A resurfaced interview with Zyir Brown, former bodyguard to Tory Lanez, is stirring renewed debate around the rapper's character and 10-year prison sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion. In the video,…
Video Of Tory Lanez’s Ex-Bodyguard Resurfaces, Sparks Debate Over Character and Conviction
A resurfaced interview with Zyir Brown, former bodyguard to Tory Lanez, is stirring renewed debate around the rapper's character and 10-year prison sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion. In the video, Brown—who once took a gun charge for Lanez and served two years in prison—shares a vastly different picture of the man at the center of one of hip-hop’s most polarizing cases.
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May 29, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Nancy Lieberman Believes Her Old Dominion Squad Could Go Toe-to-Toe with UConn Legends

Nancy Lieberman boldly compares her legendary Old Dominion squad to UConn’s powerhouse teams, citing back-to-back national titles and a roster full of Hall of Famers. Discover why she believes ODU could take on…
Nancy Lieberman Believes Her Old Dominion Squad Could Go Toe-to-Toe with UConn Legends
Nancy Lieberman boldly compares her legendary Old Dominion squad to UConn’s powerhouse teams, citing back-to-back national titles and a roster full of Hall of Famers. Discover why she believes ODU could take on any team, any era.
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May 28, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Seattle Storm’s Lexie Brown on ‘Gil’s Arena’: Bringing More Visibility to Herself and the WNBA

Seattle Storm guard Lexie Brown has a track record of making an impact both on and off the court. She is known for her sharp shooting and defensive tenacity, and makes headlines in the media. In a recent…
Seattle Storm’s Lexie Brown on ‘Gil’s Arena’: Bringing More Visibility to Herself and the WNBA
Seattle Storm guard Lexie Brown has a track record of making an impact both on and off the court. She is known for her sharp shooting and defensive tenacity, and makes headlines in the media. In a recent interview with LandonBuford.com, Brown openly discussed how her guest appearances on Gil's Arena, hosted by former NBA star Gilbert Arenas, helped elevate her profile and spotlight the WNBA.
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May 27, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Napheesa Collier on Jordan Brand, MJ & Kobe Inspiration, And Michael Jordan Joining NBC Sports

WNBA star Napheesa Collier opens up about signing with Jordan Brand, modeling her game after Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, and her new role as a special contributor with NBC Sports. “I hope MJ would be…
Napheesa Collier on Jordan Brand, MJ & Kobe Inspiration, And Michael Jordan Joining NBC Sports
WNBA star Napheesa Collier opens up about signing with Jordan Brand, modeling her game after Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, and her new role as a special contributor with NBC Sports. “I hope MJ would be proud,” she says, highlighting her footwork and growing influence on and off the court.
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May 23, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Seattle Storm’s Lexie Brown Sets Her Sights on a Future Beyond the Court: Dreaming of Becoming a GM

Seattle Storm’s Lexie Brown isn’t just making plays on the court—she’s planning for a future in the front office. With aspirations to become a GM in women’s or men’s basketball, Brown is already…
Seattle Storm’s Lexie Brown Sets Her Sights on a Future Beyond the Court: Dreaming of Becoming a GM
Seattle Storm’s Lexie Brown isn’t just making plays on the court—she’s planning for a future in the front office. With aspirations to become a GM in women’s or men’s basketball, Brown is already mapping her path, eyeing roles with potential expansion teams like Toronto.
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May 23, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Greg Bibb Confirms New Dallas Wings Facility Will Be Ready Next Season

Dallas Wings President and CEO Greg Bibb confirms the team’s new state-of-the-art practice facility will be ready for next season, marking a major milestone in the franchise’s continued growth and commitment to excellence.
Greg Bibb Confirms New Dallas Wings Facility Will Be Ready Next Season
Dallas Wings President and CEO Greg Bibb confirms the team’s new state-of-the-art practice facility will be ready for next season, marking a major milestone in the franchise’s continued growth and commitment to excellence.
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May 22, 2025 at 4:04 AM
Napheesa Collier Reflects on Maya Moore’s Legacy Ahead of Hall of Fame Induction

As Maya Moore gets ready to join the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame later this year, Napheesa Collier, a bright star in today's WNBA, took the time to contemplate what Moore has meant to her, both as a…
Napheesa Collier Reflects on Maya Moore’s Legacy Ahead of Hall of Fame Induction
As Maya Moore gets ready to join the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame later this year, Napheesa Collier, a bright star in today's WNBA, took the time to contemplate what Moore has meant to her, both as a player and as a person. "I was really lucky in that I got to follow her really closely," Collier said. "We're from the same hometown, went to the same college, and then the same professional team.
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May 19, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Cynthia Cooper Names Her All-Time USC Trojans Lineup to Face UConn Legends

Hall of Famer Cynthia Cooper revealed her all-time USC Trojans lineup to hypothetically battle UConn’s greatest legends—and the star power is off the charts. With legends like Cheryl Miller, Lisa Leslie, Diana Taurasi, and…
Cynthia Cooper Names Her All-Time USC Trojans Lineup to Face UConn Legends
Hall of Famer Cynthia Cooper revealed her all-time USC Trojans lineup to hypothetically battle UConn’s greatest legends—and the star power is off the charts. With legends like Cheryl Miller, Lisa Leslie, Diana Taurasi, and Sue Bird in the mix, this dream-team debate reignites the rivalry between two of women’s basketball’s most iconic programs.
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May 18, 2025 at 6:57 PM