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Olympic sprinter Fred Kerley is once again in trouble with the law ... TMZ Sports has learned he was arrested on Thursday after he allegedly struck his ex-girlfriend in the face.

According to an arrest report we obtained ... cops were dispatched to Dania Beach, FL around 7:48 PM to investigate Kerley after Alaysha Johnson reported to authorities he had hit her.

The police docs state Johnson told officers she was at a conditioning appointment for an upcoming track and field event when she ran into Fred -- whom she had previously dated for about six months.

Abdul Carter is trying to figure out what jersey number he'll rock for the NY Giants ... and while Lawrence Taylor told him to kick rocks after he inquired about number 56, another Big Blue legend is striking a different tone!

Phil Simms was asked if he'd hear out either Carter or Jaxson Dart if they were to ask the Super Bowl-winning QB if they could take his #11 jersey down from the proverbial rafters at MetLife Stadium. While LT, Simms' former teammate, had no interest ... the Giants signal-caller is open to passing down his legendary number.

"I let him have it in a second," he said. "I say can you help it a little, make it better? I think it would be a lot of fun, it wouldn't bother me."

Jalen Brunson's game-winning shot to send the Knicks to the second round of the NBA playoffs sent New York into a frenzy ... including former star Stephon Marbury -- who went bonkers over the massive victory!!

The Brooklyn native went live on his Instagram for the final few minutes of the Knicks' Game 6 matchup against the Detroit Pistons ... and we're happy he did -- 'cause the reaction was priceless.

Like the rest of New York, Marbury was on Cloud 9 when Brunson hit the go-ahead three-point shot with 4.3 seconds to go ... and he couldn't contain his excitement.

Gregg Popovich is no longer the head coach of the San Antonio Spurs ... as the franchise legend has now pivoted to a front office role with the organization after a string of recent health issues.

The news broke just minutes ago ... with the Spurs stating the 76-year-old five-time champion would become the full-time team president.

The report comes weeks after Popovich's latest health scare at a local restaurant ... which resulted in him being transported to a nearby hospital in an ambulance.

Security cameras captured the moment Alijah Arenas crashed his Cybertruck last week ... with the footage showing the luxury vehicle ramming into a tree before coming to an abrupt stop.

The 18-year-old USC commit was driving back from a workout in the San Fernando Valley when he seemingly lost control of his car ... and veered into a fire hydrant and tree around 4:55 AM.

The Tesla caught fire ... and good Samaritans sprang into action to help remove Alijah from the car.

A$AP Rocky couldn't contain his excitement reacting to Jalen Brunson's KILLER CROSSOVER that put the Knicks into the 2nd Round of the NBA Playoffs -- and took the streets to celebrate!!!

TMZ Hip Hop caught Lord Pretty Flacko out in Harlem catching the game at Melba's restaurant right at the moment his Knicks clinched the win over Detroit ... with a nail-biting game-winner from the Kia Clutch Player of the Year.

The DoorDash-fueled "Crosstown Express" Knicks bus also arrived at the soul food spot, and Rocky and fans took full advantage of the basketball hoop attached to the vehicle!!!

Shedeur Sanders is already making a serious impact in Cleveland ... 'cause Guardians star Jose Ramirez broke out the Browns' new signal callers' signature celebration after a massive walk-off win on Thursday!

In case you missed it, Ramirez sealed the 4-3 win in the 10th inning against the Toronto Blue Jays after a stolen base put the perennial All-Star in scoring position. Then came the walk-off.

FYI, Ramirez became the first Cleveland baseball player to notch 250 steals and 250 homers.

Ex-NFL superstar Steve Smith allegedly ruined a marriage earlier this year ... and now, he's being sued over it.

Antonio Martinez claims in a lawsuit -- which he filed in North Carolina this week -- that Smith broke up his loving relationship with Nicole Martinez after he "willfully, maliciously and intentionally" seduced her during a September 2024 encounter in Baltimore.

Antonio alleges the former Ravens wideout met Nicole while he was in town to shoot an episode of "The NFL's Most Interesting Jobs with Steve Smith."

Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet's baby girl already has incredible pace ... 'cause the bundle of joy entered the world right before the Miami Grand Prix festivities!!

The 27-year-old four-time Formula One champion and his 36-year-old model partner made the joint announcement on Friday ... saying little Lily is here -- and mom and dad are already obsessed.

"Welcome to the world, sweet Lily 🌸," the two said on Instagram. "Our hearts are fuller than ever - you are our greatest gift. We love you so much 💗"

Rolly Romero will step into the ring against Ryan Garcia on Friday night in some custom, "Marty McFly" Nikes ... and, Great Scott, they're cool!!!

TMZ Sports has learned Jose Coronado, AKA Aztek Kustoms, "deconstructed" the $40,000, "Back To The Future"-themed kicks so the 29-year-old could wear them in the ring for his huge tilt with King Ry ... and check 'em out, they're fully functional.

The shoes -- which were originally created by the Swoosh to honor the self-tying kicks Michael J. Fox once wore in "Back to the Future Part II" -- have operational LED lights and all the same markings of the OG ones McFly wore in the old-school flick.

Usually, David Beckham scores the goals, but this time you scored a goal because there's no shortage of shirtless shots of this birthday stud in the gallery we put together!

The former soccer player hit the 5-0 milestone and it's important to note that David is still lookin' like a total hottie!

David is always on the workout grind, as you can see, with this just being a sneak peek at one of his topless workout selfies ... the man's got to keep his shredded bod intact!

Alijah Arenas was showered with love upon his return from the hospital ... with his family putting together a special surprise as he continues to recover from last week's Cybertruck crash from home.

Arenas' ex-NBA star dad, Gilbert, shared the heartwarming footage to his social media page ... showing the 18-year-old future USC hooper walking into a room to be met with a bunch of balloons, flowers, gifts and a message -- "Welcome home, Alijah."

It's the first time we've seen the high school superstar since the terrifying accident just seven days ago ... and considering all he's been through, he looks great!!

WNBA superstar Skylar Diggins -- who told reporters this week she no longer wanted Smith included when referencing her name -- filed for divorce from her husband earlier this year, TMZ Sports has learned.

The 34-year-old hooper filed the docs on March 26 ... which state she initially separated from ex-Notre Dame football player Daniel Smith in November 2024.

In the docs, she requested the split because the "marriage is irretrievably broken."

The fan who tragically fell from an outfield wall at PNC Park on Wednesday has been identified as Kavan Markwood -- a 20-year-old former college football player.

A spokesperson for the South Allegheny School District -- where Markwood played his high school football -- confirmed to TribLive on Thursday it's Markwood who's currently fighting for his life at a Pittsburgh-area hospital after he tumbled to the warning track during the Pirates vs. Cubs game.

"Everyone at South Allegheny would say he is a hard-working, highly resilient young man," the district rep, Laura Thomson, said. "He’s a fighter. He's going to need that resiliency now."

Tyrese Haliburton's Pops is taking a backseat following Tuesday's shocking postgame tiff with Giannis Antetokounmpo ... with the Pacers deciding he will NOT watch future Pacers games in person.

According to ESPN, the team's front office sat down with John Haliburton to address the matter ... and it was determined he would not attend any home or away games "for the foreseeable future."

The report states the team came up with the decision ... and John accepted it.

Gilbert Arenas returned to work on Thursday ... fresh off the great news his basketball star son, Alijah, would complete his recovery from home following his serious Cybertruck crash.

The former Wizards guard resumed his spot on the "Gil's Arena" set alongside Josiah Johnson, Brandon Jennings and Nick Young ... and they got right into it by discussing the Lakers' early exit from the playoffs at the hands of the Timberwolves.

Arenas was in great spirits despite what's been going on with his family ... as he arrived in a Homey D. Clown costume (from Damon Wayans' character in "In Living Color") to honor a promise he made on the series.