Kristen Wong

Kristen Wong

Kristen Wong is a staff writer on the Breaking and Trending News team at Sports Illustrated. She has been a sports journalist since 2020. Before joining SI in November 2023, Wong covered four NFL teams as an associate editor with the FanSided NFL Network and worked as a staff writer for the brand’s flagship site. Outside of work, she has dreams of running her own sporty dive bar.

Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) reacts against the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half at Crypto.com Arena.
NBA

Bill Simmons Thinks Kevin Durant May Have Already Chosen His Next NBA Team

Durant has been heavily linked to another team in the West this offseason.

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Tennis

Cameras Caught Jannik Sinner’s Sad Moment by Himself After French Open Loss

The world No. 1 was going through it.

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Tennis

Sports World Reacts to Carlos Alcaraz-Jannik Sinner French Open Thriller

This was legendary.

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San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama watches the game between the Dallas Wings and the Seattle Storm during the first half at College Park Center.
NBA

Victor Wembanyama Shows Off New Bald Look at Shaolin Temple Retreat

The Spurs star has reportedly been spending time with monks in China this offseason.

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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) talks with his coach during a stoppage in play against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second quarter during game four of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center.
NBA

LeBron James Issues Frank Response to Critics Who Say He Has 'No Bag'

The Lakers star laughed off the criticism.

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Carlos Alcaraz of Spain reacts to a point during his match against Lorenzo Musetti of Italy match on day 13 at Roland Garros Stadium.
Tennis

Carlos Alcaraz’s Small Gesture to Jannik Sinner During French Open Was All Class

Now this was some really good sportsmanship.

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Tennis

Odell Beckham, Dirk Nowitzki Headline List of Stars at the French Open Final

The stars came out to Roland-Garros to watch the men's final between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.

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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22)reacts to a basket scored by a teammate against the Chicago Sky during the first half of a WNBA game at United Center.
WNBA

Dawn Staley Had Priceless Line About How Caitlin Clark Would Impact Fever-Sky Game

The Fever beat the Sky without their star guard on Saturday night.

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MLB

Angels Coach Left Snacks on the Field for Mariners Coach in Sweet Father-Son Moment

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New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) warms up before a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium.
NFL

First Photo of Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers Included A Very Interesting Detail

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Tennis

Aryna Sabalenka Had Blunt Quote About Losing to Coco Gauff in French Open

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Tennis

Coco Gauff Was Overcome With Emotion After Winning French Open Title

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