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DeMarco Murray became the MVP to 3 brothers Tuesday night -- when he found out their house burned down in a fire ... and surprised them with autographed jerseys and a night they'll never forget.

We've learned ... Murray recently learned about the story of the Livermore family -- who "lost everything" when their home in Frisco, TX burned down in December.

Murray happened to be in Texas Tuesday night for a Hublot watches event -- and decided he wanted to do something nice for the family's 3 kids ... who lost their treasured DeMarco Murray memorabilia in the blaze.

So, here's what Murray did ... he had Hublot contact the family and invite them to the event -- unaware that DeMarco was planning a surprise.

When they arrived, DM personally greeted them at their car -- and the kids freaked out! It gets better ... Murray then handed the kids autographed Cowboys jerseys to restart their collection.

Plus, they all got free watches from Hublot's limited edition Dallas Cowboys series.

How 'bout them Cowboys?!

2:07 PM PT -- Jones just posted a video to Instagram bitching about the fact that the incident was made public. He doesn't really deny anything ... he's just mad.

Meantime, TMZ Sports just published the press release from cops verifying officers responded to the casino.

1:30 PM PT -- Jones says he was "asked" to leave the casino because he was chewing tobacco, and he left on his own ... according to WLWT in Cincinnati.

12:42 PM PT -- Jones' agent tells TMZ Sports, "I've spoken with Adam and I am 100% confident that he was not involved in activity which violated any laws."

Cops were called to an Indiana casino early Wednesday morning over an incident involving Adam "Pacman" Jones ... TMZ Sports has confirmed with authorities.

Here's what we know ... police received a call at 12:42 AM to report a "disorderly person" at the Hollywood Casino in Indiana.

Officials tell us the Cincinnati Bengals star is being investigated over the incident -- however, he was NOT arrested.

Multiple witnesses tell us Jones was kicked out of the casino -- however, casino officials would not comment on the situation.

We spoke with multiple people at the casino who tell us Pacman is a "regular" -- but is far from an angel ... and has been a pain in the ass on numerous occasions.

Knicks owner James Dolan has something in common with Mariah Carey ... he's a huge DIVA .. so says Knicks legend Charles Oakley who says Dolan completely bungled an email situation with a fan.

Oakley -- who spent 10 years ballin' in Madison Square Garden -- tells TMZ Sports Dolan had some nerve ripping into a lifelong Knicks fan who had written a letter bitching about the team.

FYI -- Dolan called the fan a "sad person" and a "hateful mess" who makes his family miserable and is most likely an alcoholic. He also told the fan to go root for the Nets 'cause the Knicks don't want him.

Well, Oakley clearly took issue ... and chalked it up to typical "diva" behavior from another NBA owner.

One more shocking thing from this video ... Oakley, who spent nearly 20 years in the league, says he does NOT get free tickets to Knicks games ... and has tried to raise the issue with Knicks management.

Jerry Tarkanian -- one of the greatest college basketball coaches of all time -- has passed away at a Las Vegas hospital after battling a respiratory ailment ... this according to his son.

The 84-year-old -- aka "Tark the Shark" -- was first hospitalized Monday ... but his health took a serious turn for the worse and he ultimately passed away Wednesday morning.

Jerry's son Danny tweeted the news moments ago, "Coach Tark, my father, the greatest man I have ever known, passed today, to take his place in heaven. I will miss him every day of my life."

Tarkanian led UNLV to the NCAA national championship in 1990 ... and helped them reach the Final Four the following year.

College basketball analyst Greg Anthony -- a former NBA player -- has banged out a plea deal in his prostitution case ... which will keep his (alleged) hooker-lovin' ass out of the pokey.

The 47-year-old was arrested for soliciting a prostitute at a D.C. hotel back on January 16th -- but Wednesday in court, officials agreed to drop the charge if he does 32 hours of community service.

Anthony will also have to keep his nose clean for the next 4 months.

After the arrest, Anthony issued an apology ... saying the whole thing was a "lapse of judgment."

Tampa Bay Bucs safety Dashon Goldson runs the 40 in 4.65 seconds ... and he just got SMOKED in a foot race by Diddy.

For the record, Diddy cheated ... but still, pretty impressive!!! The race went down outside Unbreakable Performance on the Sunset Strip ... where both guys workout on the reg.

After the victory, Diddy was super humble and played the whole thing down ... KIDDING, HE WENT CRAZY AND SHAMED DASHON ON CAMERA!!!

Dallas Cowboys star Orlando Scandrick LOVES the team -- but tells us when it comes to his wedding day, he won't be tying the knot in Jerry's World.

Orlando was out in Hollywood Tuesday night with his reality star GF Draya Michele -- the self-proclaimed "sexiest couple ever" -- when we started talking marriage.

But when we asked if a 50-yard line ceremony was in their future -- they both shot the idea down hard ... unlike Steelers legend Hines Ward, who recently got married at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh.

For the record, weddings at AT&T Stadium in Dallas are super popular ... and they ain't cheap.

In fact, we're told it costs $15,000 to rent the field ... PLUS a $50,000 food and beverage minimum.

One Cowboys source told us when it's all said and done, the average field wedding is about $85,000.

UFC champ Jon Jones is being CALLED OUT by his own brother -- NFL star Chandler Jones -- who tells TMZ Sports he's ready and willing to step in the octagon with JJ 'cause he's 100% confident he could beat his ass.

"Me and my brother used to fight all the time when we were young ... and I'm pretty sure I can take him down now. I am way bigger than he is," Chandler tells us.

For the record, Jon is the reigning UFC light heavyweight champ. Chandler just won the Super Bowl.

By the way, Chandler is dead serious ... and says he wants to set up a fight for charity.

"It will be fun if we actually did a one-round match for charity ... that would be fun. If I win, he would have to donate to the charity of my choice and vice versa."

So, how would one fight such an accomplished mixed martial artist? "I would just throw him to the ground."

Long before Hannah Davis scored the S.I. Swimsuit Issue cover or hooked up with Derek Jeter -- she had to overcome a horribly awkward phase ... or so she says.

Hannah’s beyond perfect now, and that's the ONLY reason she's on the S.I. cover. It has NOTHING to do with Jeter ... at all.

Kanye West has a brand new enemy -- New England Patriots cornerback Brandon Browner ... who just called the rapper a "SUCKA" and said he woulda beat his ass if he were Beck.

Browner clearly saw Kanye's antics at the Grammys ... where he ran on the stage while Beck was accepting the award for Album of the Year. He later ranted that Beyonce should have won.

Well, the move pissed off Browner -- who says, "Kanye West is a sucka! Everybody don't listen to Beyonce. Second time he tried to steal somebody shine. First time it was a 15 yr old girl."

He continued, "Kanye try and play that I'm weird because of my genius. Non of the greats pull that stupid ish. Meaning Marley, Mike Jack, Tupac, Jayz etc."

"Peep who he tried Beck and Taylor Swift. Real tough guy. If only I could've been Beck for one night. Kanye would be rapping thru the wire."

Carolina Panthers star Greg Hardy has at least ONE supporter if the team decides to bring him back after his domestic violence case ... teammate Jerricho Cotchery, who says Hardy deserves a second chance.

TMZ Sports spoke with the veteran wide receiver who tells us ... he's aware of the allegations against Hardy -- that he attacked his ex-girlfriend in a jealous rage -- but says he defers to Jesus when it comes to judgment.

"I can't speak for everybody, but I would welcome him back with open arms," Cotchery says ... "I view his situation from a biblical standpoint and I believe in the Good Book and feel he should be given a second chance."

As for Hardy, he missed most of the 2014 season after he was placed on the NFL commissioner's exempt list -- where he's supposed to stay until his case is resolved.

Now, with a judge in North Carolina dismissing the charges ... it seems the path will soon be clear for Hardy to return to action. Only catch is he'll be a free agent in March and can sign with anyone.

Super Bowl hero Malcolm Butler is riding high right now ... 'cause the dude just got himself a brand new FREE TRUCK ... and it's all thanks to Tom Brady.

Of course, Brady got a Chevy Colorado for being named MVP of the Super Bowl -- but said he wanted to give it to Butler ... who made the game-saving interception.

Well, Chevy heard Brady loud and clear ... and instead of letting Tom part ways with his prize, they decided to hook Butler up too ... and Tuesday in Massachusetts, Butler finally got his ride!!

"I am ecstatic that Chevrolet has chosen to reward me with a Colorado. It is just another unreal event in what has been an incredible week."

Still no word on what Brady plans to do with his truck.

Aaron Hernandez's fiancee has been granted immunity in exchange for her testimony in the former NFL star's murder trial ... but the extent of her protection is a big question mark.

The judge in the Odin Lloyd murder trial just announced an "endorsement for immunity to Shayanna Jenkins."

In the past, prosecutors have accused Shayanna of disposing of possible evidence at Hernandez's request ... after Odin's murder.

Now here's the mystery -- the judge has sealed the record ... so it's unclear how much protection Shayanna will receive in exchange for spilling her guts.

According to reports, prosecutors claim Shayanna has already been busted lying to the grand jury 29 times ... so, in theory, the "immunity" could merely protect her from perjury charges.

On the other hand, it's possible the immunity could sweep more broadly ... and protect her from more serious charges if she incriminates herself on the stand.

U.S. soccer legend Landon Donovan has finally popped the question to GF Hannah Bartell ... and SHE SAID YES!

Donovan made the announcement on Facebook ... writing, "I recently got engaged to the love of my life, Hannah. I have never been this happy and I'm excited for our future together!"

As we previously reported, Hannah is a hotel sales exec ... and the two have been dating for more than a year-and-a-half.

Donovan was married once before to a woman named Bianca .. but they divorced in 2011. We're told Landon and Bianca are still "friendly."

We spotted Landon and Hannah on a date back in June together -- looking super happy.

Congrats!

Here's a shocker -- Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition cover girl Hannah Davis tells TMZ Sports she's got a girl crush ... and the twist ... it ISN'T someone who's previously dated her BF Derek Jeter.

Davis was out in NYC today ... mobbed by fans and autograph hounds ... and revealed the one woman she's got a thing for (Hint: She's the Queen).

This is a GREAT moment caught on video ...

There we were, talking with WWE legend Shawn Michaels, when a MASSIVE dude nervously began to shuffle into the frame.

With a giant grin on his face, the man tapped Shawn on the shoulder ... and then, like a kid meeting his hero, he explained that he's a NY Giants player ... and Shawn was one of his idols growing up.

It's awesome -- the player is defensive tackle Jay Bromley, a 3rd round pick from Syracuse who just completed his rookie season.

Michaels is clearly impressed ... and the two proceeded to bro out ... even after Shawn broke the news he's a Cowboys fan.