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A women’s college basketball game turned into absolute chaos Wednesday … after a massive brawl broke out during the Sun Belt conference tournament -- leaving a referee sprawled out on the court and eight players ejected.

The melee erupted with just over five minutes left in South Alabama’s game against Coastal Carolina in Pensacola.

Coastal’s Tracey Hueston and South Alabama’s Cordasia Harris exchanged words under the basket. Seconds later, Hueston started swinging -- letting loose a right hook that narrowly missed Harris’ face -- igniting a full-on scrum as players and coaches rushed the court.

As officials tried to break it up, one referee was knocked down and lay flat on the floor while staff and medical personnel sprinted in to help.

Luke Kornet might wanna peep this -- the folks at Magic City are addressing the backlash surrounding their tribute at an upcoming Atlanta Hawks game ... saying the establishment has so much more to offer than just strippers.

Charles chopped it up with manager JuJu Barney and dancer Yaya on "TMZ Live" Wednesday ... where they laid it out as clear as day about what fans can expect on March 16.

"There will be no nudity whatsoever, at all," Barney said. "There will be no signs of nudity, there will be no nudity at all. It's strictly just wings and music and people having a good time."

Tate McRae’s heating up the romance department ... 'cause she's reportedly gone official with hockey star Jack Hughes!

According to Us Weekly, the pair are now exclusively dating after they started casually seeing each other late last year.

They also report the connection started when Jack slid into her DMs on IG ... and Tate apparently thinks he’s a really cool guy, even hitting up his games to cheer him on. As you know ... Hughes was on the U.S. Olympic hockey team that brought home gold in Milan just two weeks ago ... he plays professionally for the New Jersey Devils.

The woman Sherrone Moore allegedly had an affair with during his time as the head coach of the Michigan football team is no longer with the program ... TMZ Sports has learned.

A spokesman for the university athletic department tells us that Paige Shiver's contract expired and was not renewed.

Moore was fired by the Wolverines for cause in December 2025 after an investigation determined he had an "inappropriate relationship with a staff member." It was later revealed the woman, eventually identified as Shiver, went to school officials with evidence of their relationship after it ended.

Myles Garrett got another speeding ticket last month -- this time, cops say they clocked the Cleveland Browns superstar going 94 in a 70 MPH zone.

TMZ Sports has confirmed the defensive standout's green Porsche was pulled over on the highway on Feb. 21 around 1:35 AM ... hours after he showed face at the Miami (OH) basketball game against Bowling Green.

Although he was busted going 24 over the limit, the cop noted the two-time Defensive Player of the Year was "kind and cooperative" in the remarks section of the ticket.

Lou Holtz, one of the most accomplished college football coaches of all time, has passed away at the age of 89.

"Louis Leo 'Lou' Holtz, legendary college football coach, Hall of Famer, bestselling author, and one of America’s most influential motivational voices, has passed away at the age of 89 in Orlando, Florida, surrounded by family," his family announced in a statement.

"Holtz is remembered for his enduring values of faith, family, service, and an unwavering belief in the potential of others. His influence extended far beyond the football field through the Holtz Charitable Foundation and the many players, colleagues, and communities shaped by his leadership."

The West Virginia native began his coaching career back in 1960, serving as an assistant for the University of Iowa. From there ... he bounced around the country before landing a head coaching gig with William and Mary University.

Logan Paul isn't taking Tom Brady's "bitch" comments lightly ... claiming when they meet up in their flag football showdown later this month, he might have to throw hands.

The NFL GOAT's latest trash talk was featured in an Instagram video with Rob Gronkowski ... where TB12 called the Maverick the bad word ... adding, "Come play with the big boys. You're lucky you won't get hit."

Paul got wind of it all ... and he made it clear there's been no change to his plan to put the seven-time Super Bowl champion in his place and prove he can hang with the NFL's best.

Stefon Diggs is dealing with another breakup -- the New England Patriots are going to release him.

The news came minutes ago -- with Tom Pelissero saying the team alerted the receiver the move will be made official after the start of the new season next week.

Diggs caught 85 balls for 1,013 yards and four touchdowns during New England's return to greatness in 2025 ... helping the team get back to the Super Bowl for the first time since the Tom Brady era.

Aaron Rodgers revealed the real reason he’s still grinding in the gym at 42 … and it’s definitely NSFW.

During a candid appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show," the four-time MVP explained why he’s still locked in on workouts, diet and sleep even after more than two decades in pro football.

He was coy about how working out relates to his NFL future -- but he dropped a line that immediately had the internet buzzing.

“We’re not on ESPN -- it wouldn’t f***ing matter -- but I want to look good,” Rodgers said.

“I want my wife to want to f*** me all the time.”

The Kansas City Chiefs' decision to ship Trent McDuffie outta town sent shockwaves through the NFL world Wednesday morning ... and his former quarterback, Patrick Mahomes, is bummed out about the move -- posting a one-word response shortly after the news broke.

"Damn." That is all Mahomes had to say after the Chiefs agreed to send McDuffie to the Los Angeles Rams for a slew of draft picks -- including the 29th overall spot in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Even Xavier Worthy took to social media to address the move, replying with two crying emojis and a "noooooooooooooooo."

Former NFL first-round pick Robert Nkemdiche found himself in some trouble last week ... when cops say they saw him walking out of a store with groceries in his pants ... but it was past run-ins with the law that got him put in the slammer.

According to a police report, obtained by TMZ Sports, the former Arizona Cardinals' defensive tackle was exiting a Kroger in Georgia last week ... when an officer conducting a business area check says they observed the 31-year-old with "many large objects, square and rectangular shapes, consistent with concealed grocery items, inside his sweatpants."

The officer says they then called for backup as Nkemdiche walked to a gas station.

Ryan Reynolds is about to call his first professional soccer game with pal and team co-owner Rob McElhenney ... and the pressure's off because they ain't Tom Brady or the Manning Bros., who are expected to be experts behind the mic.

Here's the deal ... the UK's Sky Sports announced today the duo would be color commentators for the upcoming match between their club, Wrexham A.F.C., who are playing Swansea City A.F.C. in the English Football League Championship next week.

A source close to RR tells TMZ … Unlike NFL legends Brady and the Mannings, there’s no expectation of excellence in broadcasting, no matter the sport … so Ryan and Rob get to have fun -- and they're sure as hell going to.

It's not hard to understand why Kim Kardashian's dating Lewis Hamilton -- the Ferrari superstar popped his top for a shirtless selfie ... and it's got hearts racing.

Sir Lewis shared the photo on his Instagram page Tuesday night ... showing him only rocking a pair of Lululemon shorts as he stood in front of a mirror.

Hamilton's tatted bod was on full display ... and he looks ready to hop behind the wheel when the Formula One season kicks off in a matter of days.

Chloe Kim might never be able to listen to Pink again -- the Team USA snowboarder was left mortified after telling the singer she LOVES one of her songs ... but there was just one problem.

Pink didn't sing it.

The blunder went down on "The Kelly Clarkson Show" this week ... when Pink -- filling in for the "American Idol" winner -- was chatting with the 2026 Olympic silver medalist.

Aryna Sabalenka is heading into Indian Wells with a brand-new title -- fiancée.

The WTA world No. 1 player announced that her boyfriend, Brazilian businessman Georgios Frangulis, popped the question on Tuesday … sharing a video of the moment on Instagram with the caption “You & me, forever” alongside a ring and heart emoji.

The footage shows Frangulis getting down on one knee and presenting the 27-year-old Belarusian with a sparkling diamond -- and judging by the video, the tennis star didn’t see it coming.

Some good news ... Victor Wembanyama's missing friend, 23-year-old Elijah Hoard, was found safe in Chicago, and the Spurs superstar says he's "very relieved" the ordeal had a happy ending!

Chicago police issued a bulletin after 7 PM local time, announcing Hoard had been found, but provided little detail about when and where he was discovered.

Wemby met with the media postgame and shared the news, saying he was "so happy."