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Jimmy Kimmel is back, but not everyone is ready to tune in. The late-night host’s quick return after his suspension has sparked a fresh storm, and this time it’s not only about his words. Two of the biggest media companies in the country have announced that they won’t air his show.

Kimmel was pulled off the air last week after his controversial remarks following Charlie Kirk’s death. Disney, the parent company of ABC, admitted, “It is a decision we made because we felt some of the comments were ill-timed and thus insensitive. We have spent the last days having thoughtful conversations with Jimmy, and after those conversations, we reached the decision to return the show on Tuesday.”

The decision may relieve some fans, but it’s already creating another headache for the network.

Affiliates Push Back Over Kimmel

Jimmy Kimmel (Photo Via Imagn Images)

Nexstar and Sinclair, which together control roughly a quarter of ABC’s affiliates, have decided to boycott Kimmel’s show. Both companies say they want assurances about “fostering an environment of respectful, constructive dialogue.” Until then, their stations won’t carry the late-night program.

That means viewers in several big markets, including Nashville, Salt Lake City, and New Orleans, didn’t see Kimmel’s return. The move cuts into a significant chunk of ABC’s footprint, even as the rest of the network prepares to air the show as scheduled before midnight ET.

Disney framed last week’s suspension as an attempt to avoid “further inflaming a tense situation.” The company stressed that it had spoken directly with Kimmel before clearing him to return. But the affiliates’ pushback shows how complicated the fallout remains.

The controversy has already stretched far beyond corporate boardrooms. Public figures have jumped into the matter, and the debate has only grown louder. In fact, Danica Patrick’s explosive Instagram rant on Jimmy Kimmel’s ABC comeback shows just how charged the issue has become.

For now, ABC will move forward with Kimmel on most of its stations. But losing two major affiliate groups, even for a night, sends a clear signal. The host may be back on air, but the issue over his words is still there.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.