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Kobe Bryant won five championships with the Los Angeles Lakers, ranks fourth on the all-time scoring list and is one of the fiercest competitors in NBA history. He was posthumously inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2021 and is regarded as one of the most influential athletes of his generation. His […]

Through five games with Jimmy Butler, the Golden State Warriors (30-27) were 4-1 with the lone loss coming in a hard-fought Feb.12 battle with the Dallas Mavericks (31-27). They avenged that defeat on Sunday, blowing out the Mavs, 126-102. After helping his new team end a seven-game road trip on a high note, the six-time […]

The injury situation surrounding New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton was already disconcerting, but it is now taking an even more troubling turn. He has left the team’s spring training facility in Tampa, Florida to undergo testing in New York for the tennis elbow he is experiencing in both arms, via the New York […]

Michael Wilhoite was arrested on Sunday night on suspicion of second-degree assault of a police officer, per Mike Klis of 9News, nearly two years after being hired as outside linebackers coach for the Denver Broncos. The alleged incident is said to have transpired after the accused dropped someone off at the Denver International Airport. The […]

When USC basketball dealt Michigan State its first and still only conference loss on Feb. 1, it appeared they were playing themselves into the NCAA Tournament bubble conversation. Fast forward to present day, and the Trojans (14-13) are in danger of not even qualifying for the Big Ten Tournament after losing at Rutgers on Sunday […]

Through 11 seasons, Jacob deGrom has a career 2.52 ERA, two Cy Young Awards and four All-Star selections to his name. He is undeniably one of the best starting pitchers of his generation, a talent who has drawn comparisons to Los Angeles Dodgers legend Sandy Koufax. The Hall of Fame seemed like a safe bet […]

The legend of Zion Williamson became even harder to decipher on Friday night. The New Orleans Pelicans star forward posted yet another remarkably efficient offensive outing, scoring 29 points on 11-of-15 shooting in a 111-103 defeat to the Dallas Mavericks. Williams’ impressive performance in American Airlines Center gives him more than 5,000 points for his […]

One of the last major moves St. Louis Cardinals president of baseball operations John Mozeliak will likely ever make is finding a suitable trade package for veteran third baseman Nolan Arenado. The longtime executive is set to step down at the end of the 2025 MLB season and hand over the reins to Chaim Bloom, […]

The Cleveland Browns are already on shaky ground this offseason, forced to address Myles Garrett’s recent trade request and an uninspiring quarterback room. That monsoon of uncertainty is compounded by a looming retirement decision. Longtime offensive line stalwart Joel Bitonio has yet to announce if he is returning for a 12th NFL season. The 33-year-old […]

Those who watched the game or saw the clip online gasped in horror when Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Bobby Miller was hit in the head with a baseball that was traveling almost 106 MPH during Thursday’s spring training opener. Thankfully, the young right-hander was able to leave the mound under his own power. Although he […]

New York Mets fans are expecting quite a bit from Juan Soto this upcoming MLB season. They want him to lead the franchise to their first National League pennant in a decade while simultaneously crushing The Bronx’s soul. That is a large amount of pressure to put on one man, but such is the downside […]

Many MLB managers like to ease their veteran star players into spring training and limit the amount of game time they see. Warming up athletes while simultaneously mitigating their risk of injury is a hard balancing act to perfect. Corbin Burnes is making life easy for Arizona Diamondbacks skipper Torey Lovullo, however. He wanted the […]

Following a wild start to their offseason, the Jacksonville Jaguars have seemingly found some stability. They are hiring Los Angeles Rams director of scouting strategy James Gladstone as their new general manager, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero. Fans desperately hope that this move can revive the Jags and help them return to the promising […]

Justin Verlander turned 42 years old on Thursday, which for many athletes, would signal that a turbulent season lies ahead. A 5.48 ERA in 17 starts in 2024 seemingly supports that notion. Though, the three-time Cy Young and 2011 MVP is not ready to slow down. As he gets set for his 20th MLB campaign, […]

New Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Roki Sasaki is the No.1 ranked prospect in baseball and enters MLB with a dynamic splitter and an abundance of promise. The 23-year-old right-hander carved out his own spectacular run in Japan’s Pacific League, even tossing a perfect game in 2022, but he will inevitably be compared to his […]

When the New York Yankees first banned their players from growing beards, Jimmy Carter was the president of the United States. That rule endured through wars, civil unrest, cultural phenomenons and a global pandemic. Tradition superseded the changing world around the Bronx Bombers. Until now, that is. Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner, after long upholding the […]

When he decides to put away his skates and mask for good, the legacy of Jordan Binnington may very well be defined by two extremely clutch performances in the Boston Bruins’ TD Garden. Despite all the outside chatter, the St. Louis Blues goalie represented his beloved Canada with the utmost excellence in Thursday’s 3-2 overtime […]

Matthew and Brady Tkachuk were arguably the flag-bearers for the United States hockey squad in the 4 Nations Face-Off. They electrified their teammates, and their fellow Americans who were watching at home. With their infectious energy and spell-binding intensity, these two brothers helped the sport resonate with so many non-NHL fans. And in essence, that […]

What was supposed to be a fun alternative to the NHL All-Star Game ended up galvanizing the hockey-watching public. National pride transcended the ice and bled into living rooms all across North America, as Canada and the United States battled for the 4 Nations Face-Off championship on Thursday night. Ultimately, the best player in the […]

When one plays at a high level for more than 20 seasons, they are probably going to make history and break records until they retire. The public is starting to become numb to LeBron James’ milestones, as he collects one after another in the final years of his all-time great NBA career. The icon’s latest […]

Over the last couple of years, the Boston Red Sox, Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners all coveted Justin Turner for his veteran presence, big-game experience and infield versatility. For various reasons, none of those ballclubs made the playoffs with Turner on the roster, but perhaps the 40-year-old can help the Chicago Cubs end their […]

There is an endless amount of promise that goes unfulfilled in professional sports. Former Wisconsin Badgers star Johnny Davis is still only 22 years of age and has time to find his footing in the NBA, but he does not factor in to the Memphis Grizzlies’ long-term plans. The second-place squad in the Western Conference […]

From a personal standpoint, it has been a glorious offseason for New York Yankees superstar slugger Aaron Judge. He and his wife welcomed their first child at the end of January. Though, from the outlook of a professional ballplayer, it was presumably an agonizingly long winter for the two-time MVP. In his last taste of […]

Kansas basketball (17-9) is stumbling its way toward the dance floor, as they continue their February fall with a stomach-churning 91-57 loss versus BYU (18-8) on Tuesday night. The Jayhawks have now dropped four straight road games and will likely tumble out of the national top 25 rankings. Following a listless outing in Provo, Utah, […]

Mick Cronin is at it again. Approximately a month and a half after he skewered his entire team while talking himself up during a postgame press conference, the UCLA basketball head coach unleashed another fiery rant. This time, he took aim at fans. Following an embarrassing collapse at home versus Minnesota, which saw the Bruins […]

After losing a Gold Glove infielder in Alex Bregman, the Houston Astros are adding another one. They have agreed to a one-year minor league contract with former Colorado Rockies second baseman Brendan Rodgers, according to Ari Alexander of KPRC 2 Houston. The deal includes a spring training invitation, so the 28-year-old will soon join his […]

For so long, the Dallas Cowboys have been trying to get over the hump and genuinely contend for a championship. That goal might be postponed, however, in favor of a more urgent one. Following a 7-10 season tainted by injuries and poor play, they need to get back on stable ground. New defensive coordinator Matt […]

Desmond Bane is in the midst of the most offensively efficient season of his NBA career, serving a big role on a Memphis Grizzlies team that sits in second place in the Western Conference at the All-Star break. His smooth shooting stroke, strong work ethic and valuable leadership presence regularly shines through in the FedExForum. […]

Luka Doncic is still easing his way into the Los Angeles Lakers (32-20) after being dealt from the Dallas Mavericks a few days before the NBA trade deadline. Not only is the star guard getting accustomed to a new team and city, he is still shaking off some injury rust. Doncic missed more than a […]

The San Francisco 49ers have a number of important issues to address this offseason, including finding a suitable trade package for wide receiver Deebo Samuel. But first and foremost, they must re-establish their identity. Stifling defense has defined their best brand of football for much of the last decade, and general manager John Lynch will […]

Once the New York Mets signed Juan Soto to a record-breaking 15-year, $765 million contract in the offseason (can reach $805 million), they were guaranteed to enter the 2025 campaign with towering expectations. Even so, management and fans both recognized that the team was lacking protection in the middle of the lineup. The return of […]

The silver lining to the Baltimore Orioles getting swept in the American League Wild Card Series last October was supposed to be a motivated owner who was willing to open up his checkbook in the offseason. Instead, David Rubenstein watched former Cy Young Corbin Burnes and All-Star outfielder Anthony Santander go elsewhere in free agency. […]

It was quite the eventful NBA All-Star Weekend for Damian Lillard. The Milwaukee Bucks guard officially retired from the 3-point Contest after failing to pull off the three-peat on Saturday night. He did not leave San Francisco without a win, however, as he and Shaquille ONeal’s squad, also known as Shaq’s OGs, overpowered the rest […]

Kellen Moore has a full plate on his desk as he prepares to revitalize the New Orleans Saints, a franchise that has missed the playoffs the last four seasons and currently resides in salary cap hell. The new head coach and former Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator is in the process of assembling his staff, and […]

Players and fans alike are voicing their opinions following the latest iteration of NBA All-Star Weekend. Mixed reactions sounded throughout the proceedings, with Sunday’s modified All-Star Game producing particularly polarizing results. Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant praised the four-team tournament format, while Draymond Green ripped it to shreds. There was more intensity on display, but […]

The Atlanta Hawks (26-29) are starting to bounce back from a dreary ending to January, winning four of their last six games. It does not take much to sneak into the middle of a top-heavy Eastern Conference, and they are only three games behind the Detroit Pistons for sixth place in the standings. The organization’s […]

NBA All-Star Saturday Night is supposed to be a welcome form of entertainment, a source of comfort for sports fans who want to see their favorite players compete in a looser setting. “Compete” is the operative word, though. Victor Wembanyama and Chris Paul of the San Antonio Spurs were definitely focused on winning, but their […]

Attending the NBA All-Star practice is supposed to be a fun and special occasion that brings out friendly competition and intriguing collaborations. But Saturday’s session transported Los Angeles Clippers guard and future Hall of Famer James Harden to a painful time in his professional career. He was forced to return to Oracle Arena, now named […]

Right or wrong, Draymond Green is rarely one to shy away from voicing his opinion. If someone wants a straightforward answer to a question, their best bet is to usually probe the Golden State Warriors great. He obliged the media hours before All-Star Saturday Night commenced in the San Francisco Bay Area. When asked if […]