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The Philadelphia 76ers and James Harden have a huge decision to make with free agency just days away. After another unsuccessful postseason trip that resulted in head coach Doc Rivers being fired, there is overwhelming pressure on the franchise to build a roster that can finally reach the Eastern Conference Finals. Kendrick Perkins thinks the […]

After an 8-9 season defined by befuddling coaching decisions and illogical mishaps, it is easy to overlook the fact that the New England Patriots were just one win away from reaching the postseason for the second consecutive year. Of course, that did little to make them a compelling franchise or consistent national talking point. Signing […]

Representing one’s country on a big stage is always a difficult opportunity for an athlete to pass up, but French phenom Victor Wembanyama is completely dialed into the start of his highly-anticipated NBA career. The new San Antonio Spurs’ cornerstone and No. 1 overall pick of the NBA Draft is reversing his decision to represent […]

The 2023 MLB season has long been over for the Kansas City Royals. And that is quite an achievement considering their residence in baseball’s most pitiful division, the American League Central. More growing pains were expected for this young roster, so a 22-55 record is hardly an eye-opener. However, the resurgence of embattled reliever Aroldis […]

With the greatness displayed by Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer and Serena Williams, it is easy to forget that tennis players are not supposed to find much success deep into their 30s, let alone their 40s. Venus Williams is by no means contending for majors at 43 years of age, but she made incredible […]

It will take some time to see if getting benched two games for behavior unbecoming of a good teammate will truly make a difference for Wander Franco. But fans can take solace in knowing that the Tampa Bay Rays shortstop’s swing remains sharp, despite the recent bad publicity. In his first at-bat since manager Kevin […]

Fair or not, veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins has his fair share of detractors regarding his market value. However, the four-time Pro Bowler continues to draw interest and could be a coveted free agent prize again next offseason for both the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams. At least that’s what renown sportswriter Mike Florio, […]

Wander Franco is back with the Tampa Rays Saturday after being benched the previous two games for not meeting the club’s standards of a good teammate, according to manager Kevin Cash. That type of public indictment on a player can be humiliating but also the rude awakening Franco needs to mature into the complete franchise […]

It is difficult to exactly put into words the uplifting and electrifying affect the Cincinnati Reds’ historic 12-game winning streak is having on the city and baseball fans all across the country. Franchise great Joey Votto has had the unique privilege of making his long-awaited return to action right in the middle of this insanity. […]

It did not seem possible, but one of the fiercest rivalries in sports just became more intense. Ohio State football beat out Michigan in the hard-fought battle for 4-star cornerback recruit Bryce West. West reportedly made his commitment Friday night. “As they say, The Best Players In Ohio Stay in Ohio,” he told On3.com’s Hayes […]

One of the most recognizable and unique personalities to ever grace ESPN’s iconic sports news program, SportsCenter, officially ended his long and memorable run with a heartfelt goodbye. Longtime anchor Neil Everett, like only he can, concluded his final show with a mix of humor and profound words of wisdom alongside his trusted co-anchor Stan […]

Despite arriving right after the Steelers last Super Bowl title, Cam Heyward has undoubtedly left a lasting mark on the entire organization and fan base throughout his long and prosperous career. The defensive tackle is only two sacks away from the team’s all-time record and could soon be immortalized in Steelers lore. That means a […]

Beloved former Green Bay Packers wide receiver Donald Driver is moving forward with an ambitious goal that he hopes will have an enormous impact on Delaware State and the HBCU community as a whole. The Super Bowl 45 champion signed a multi-year agreement with the university to implement a sports performance program called Driven Elite […]

The Dallas Mavericks dug themselves a massive hole in how they constructed their roster, tried to climb out and somehow dug an even bigger one. Then, as desperation set in, owner Mark Cuban and company decided to dive fully into this crater and engage in tank mode at the end of the season. It will […]

Few people believed that the Miami Heat could survive the Eastern Conference and enjoy one of the most improbable runs to the NBA Finals in history. And few believe they can do it again next season. Although Tyler Herro will be back on the court by then, there are plenty of roadblocks this perpetually adversity-ridden […]

The Golden State Warriors clearly have grown tired of the proverb, “let the kids play,” and appear to be going all in on building a veteran core who can lead them back into championship contention next season. Trading Jordan Poole for Chris Paul strongly supports the notion that the front office is trying to shift […]

The NBA Summer League offers varying levels of excitement and importance depending on the fan base, but the Dallas Mavs and Oklahoma City Thunder project to be two of the most interesting teams to follow in 2023’s iteration. An opening clash between the two franchises that will feature the long-awaited return of top prospect Chet […]

The dreaded “damage control day” has finally arrived for the Memphis Grizzlies. General manager Zach Kleiman suffered through all of the questions and concerns regarding Ja Morant and his 25-game suspension for conduct detrimental to the NBA. Fans and the league alike will probably be satisfied with the executive’s handling of this troubling situation. “We’re […]

Minnesota Vikings rookie wide receiver Jordan Addison will enter next season with plenty of pressure on his shoulders. In addition to being a first-round pick, he is replacing fan favorite and longtime playmaker Adam Thielen. He has no doubt in his ability to fill that big void left by the veteran and new member of […]

Don’t ever sleep on Alabama football. While the SEC powerhouse is never considered a full-blown underdog, the tides have turned after Georgia won back-to-back National Championships. A three-peat would ceremoniously knock the Crimson Tide off the perch they have been manning for over a decade. ESPN analyst Kirk Herbstreit is channeling his inner Lee “Not […]

Overtime Elite has officially left their imprint on the NBA Draft. Amen Thompson, who along with his twin brother Ausur, is a flag-bearer for this alternative option to college basketball and is intent on showing that his unconventional path to the league will still result in substantial success. The Houston Rockets are counting on it […]

The Chicago Bulls are in flux, with injuries and big contracts creating a lot of questions for their immediate future. With significant roster turnover possibly looming, the onus was on the front office to scoop up solid and inexpensive talent at the 2023 NBA Draft, and immediately following it. Signing undrafted power forward and now […]

The Boston Celtics are trading the rights of No. 25 pick Marcus Sasser to the Detroit Pistons for the No. 31 selection and future second-rounders, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. They then flipped that pick (James Nnaji) to the Charlotte Hornets for No. 34 and 39, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. And they still […]

While Victor Wembanyama will dominate many of the 2023 NBA Draft headlines, his Metropolitans 92 teammate Bilal Coulibaly might just be the surprise of the night after being selected No. 7 overall and winding up with the Washington Wizards. Fellow countryman and veteran wing Nicolas Batum surely felt that way after NBA Commissioner Adam Silver […]

Just because something is a foregone conclusion does not mean it cannot still produce feelings of excitement and jubilation when it does finally come to pass. Spurs’ Gregg Popovich has known for over a month that he would have the esteemed privilege of coaching one of the most coveted prospects in history in Victor Wembanyama. […]

Greatest of all-time debates can definitely be subjective, but Alabama star forward and NBA Draft prospect Brandon Miller is defying reasonable boundaries with his controversial stance. The 2023 SEC Player of the Year reiterated his viewpoint that Paul George, not LeBron James or Michael Jordan, is his personal GOAT just a day after first raising […]

When the San Antonio Spurs select Victor Wembanyama No. 1 overall in the 2023 NBA Draft, fans can officially start salivating over the potential dream matchups to come across what is hopefully a long and prosperous career. The 19-year-old super prospect has a player he is especially looking forward to battling on the court. “I’d […]

There have been some incredible tight ends throughout the NFL’s long and storied history, but the often overlooked Marcedes Lewis could stand above them all in one crucial and impressive category. But he will need a lucky break. The former Pro Bowler and coveted blocker for Aaron Rodgers while on the Green Bay Packers is […]

Better late than never. After several years of voluntarily living in No Man’s Land, the Washington Wizards have effectively pressed the reset button by trading three-time All-Star Bradley Beal to the Phoenix Suns. That means Kyle Kuzma must also go. Chris Paul, who was the main piece they acquired in return, is likely to be […]

Los Angeles Angels fans have patiently been waiting for the emergence of former top prospect Jo Adell. They will be happy to know, though, that the 24-year-old is leaving a big mark with the Triple-A Salt Lake Bees, one that transcends the minor leagues and extends all the way past the MLB. Adell catapulted a […]

There are many overused cliches fans can try to use to describe the Cincinnati Reds’ magical run, but they would be doing a disservice to the uniqueness of this historic turnaround. The 2024 version of the club deserves to stand on its own after these last couple of weeks. Cincinnati withstood a late flurry from […]

Baseball fans find themselves trapped in the Twilight Zone during this 2023 MLB season. The New York Mets set the highest payroll in the sport’s history and have significantly regressed. The San Diego Padres remain under .500 and the Cincinnati Reds are division leaders. Maybe most peculiar of all, though, is that the Los Angeles […]

Although it has been prophesied for over a year, Thursday’s NBA Draft will be a special moment for consensus No. 1 overall pick Victor Wembanyama. Though, the French phenom is perfectly prepared to handle it, and the colossal pressure and fame that is to follow on this next step of his basketball journey. The future […]

Tuesday night was a significant occasion for Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider in multiple ways. Not only did it mark the first time he battled the Philadelphia Phillies since the divisional foe lit him up in the 2022 National league Division Series; it was also a historic outing. Strider struck out nine batters in […]

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill is being investigated by the police for allegedly hitting a man who works at Haulover Marina, according to Miami Local 10 News. The incident in question is said to have taken place this past Sunday. It is unclear at this time if Hill will face criminal charges. Hill was […]

With many questions surrounding an Aaron Judge-dependent roster, New York Yankees fans are looking at general manager Brian Cashman for swift answers. Some of those issues might not be quick fixes, though. The organization is affording one particular area of concern considerable leeway. “Cashman said there have been no discussions about bringing up {Oswald} Peraza […]

The AFC North once again projects to be one of the most stacked and compelling divisions in the NFL ahead of the 2023-24 season. Eyes will inevitably be glued to the Cincinnati Bengals and Baltimore Ravens due to their star quarterbacks, and Deshaun Watson’s first full season with the Cleveland Browns is bound to generate […]

The Fairy Godmother appears to be making her way out of PNC Park. The glass slipper is feeling a bit loose. This carriage just hit the skids and lost a wheel. Use whatever Cinderella cliche you like, the Pittsburgh Pirates’ storybook run is in jeopardy of ending. A current six-game losing streak (34-36) has seen […]

As expected, Draymond Green declined his $27.5 million player option. And also as expected, the Golden State Warriors are publicly exuding confidence  about the chances of both sides working out a long-term contract. “We really want Draymond back,” newly minted Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. told ESPN’s Mark Spears. “MDJ says he ‘feels confident […]