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During the 2024 playoffs, the Los Angeles Dodgers compensated for their starting pitching weaknesses by leaning on their bullpen. Conversely, last postseason, they did their best to mask glaring blemishes in their relief unit by relying heavily on their loaded rotation. Both plans resulted in World Series parades, but the 2025 approach could come at […]

The Philadelphia 76ers (26-21) have too many injury questions and not enough room for error to squander surefire wins. Well, they got quite a scare in Thursday’s home game versus the lowly Sacramento Kings (12-37). Tyrese Maxey had to empty his offensive arsenal in Xfinity Mobile Arena, and it was just enough to send the […]

The New England Patriots are preparing for a Super Bowl while also being at the center of tense off-field debates. The more things change, the more they stay the same. Although the franchise is not under direct scrutiny, one of its most influential figures has been the talk of town in NFL circles. Bill Belichick […]

The Seattle Seahawks allowed 17.2 points per game and scored 28.4 points per game during the regular season, ranking first and third in the NFL, respectively. Although their swift rise is hard for many to comprehend, they possess vital roster balance. That equilibrium could be disrupted unless both left tackle Charles Cross and Second-Team All-Pro […]

Robbie Avila is more than just a viral sensation. People assigned the bespectacled center funny nicknames like Cream Abdul-Jabbar and Larry Nerd during the 2023-24 season, but make no mistake, he is a skilled basketball player and fierce competitor. The Indiana State transfer proved as much on Tuesday night, as he extended the Saint Louis […]

There was an incredibly high sense of urgency when Purdue basketball legend Zach Edey returned for his senior season in 2023-24, and ultimately, the program reached the national championship game for the first time in 55 years. Matt Painter and company entered this season with similar pressure surrounding them. With Braden Smith, Trey Kaufman-Renn and […]

The hits just keep on coming. The moribund Milwaukee Bucks (18-27) found themselves in even more trouble during Tuesday’s 139-122 loss versus the Philadelphia 76ers. In addition to falling further out of playoff contention, another key player endured injury woes. Kyle Kuzma exited the contest early and headed to the locker room, leaving fans to […]

Alex Sarr is one of three Washington Wizards players who will have the opportunity to showcase their talents in front of a national audience in the 2026 Rising Stars Challenge, but local fans are already aware of the 7-footer’s ample abilities. He captivated Capital One Arena on Tuesday night, doing more than his part to […]

Tyrese Haliburton enjoyed an unforgettable postseason last year, leading the Indiana Pacers to the NBA Finals and establishing himself as one of the most clutch players in the sport today. He exuded an aura that transcended statistics, even though those were pretty darn good anyway. Just as he had the sports-watching world in the palm […]

Following more than a years’ worth of speculation, Nolan Arenado is finally on a new team. The St. Louis Cardinals traded the eight-time All-Star third baseman to the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for right-handed pitching prospect Jack Martinez, continuing a roster reset that also included the departures of Sonny Gray and Willson Contreras. But many […]

Like all small-market MLB executives, Kansas City Royals general manager J.J. Picollo is forced to get creative during the offseason. He has not made a huge free agency signing or blockbuster trade, but KC’s front-office leader has completed multiple under-the-radar moves that could push the team closer toward a playoffs return. He just scooped up […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers covet some of the offensive explosiveness that head coach Mike McCarthy helped bring to the Dallas Cowboys from 2020-24, which is a big reason why they presumably hired him to be their new head coach. America’s Team values the defensive toughness that the Black and Gold exhibited during the Mike Tomlin era, […]

Fans usually have to wait until Super Bowl week to hear a player’s in-depth thoughts about the big game, as they weigh in on the teams, maybe make a prediction, provide a couple of personal updates, and of course, promote their latest sponsorship with Dove, Visa or a new energy drink. Well, people do not […]

Tariq Woolen was potentially a Los Angeles Rams fourth-down conversion away from having his face plastered on wanted posters throughout the Emerald City. instead, the Seattle Seahawks cornerback will have a chance to redeem himself after a costly taunting penalty late in the third quarter in Sunday’s NFC Championship clash. Though, before Woolen suits up […]

The top-five teams in the latest Associated Press poll features some of the most recognizable brands in the sport today. Arizona, UConn, Michigan, Duke and … wait a minute, what are they doing here? The Nebraska basketball Cornhuskers? At 20-0? Chaos is reigning supreme in college hoops, and it is not even March yet. Although […]

Scottie Scheffler enhanced his already remarkable legacy by claiming his 20th PGA Tour victory at The American Express. He also enhanced his already robust bank account. The world No. 1 now has $101,109,136 career earnings, becoming just the third player to ever surpass the $100-million mark, per Golf.com. Considering how dominant he currently is, it […]

All-time great defensive tackle and Minnesota Vikings legend Alan Page denied a social media claim that he was attending a Minneapolis protest against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) over the weekend. The 1988 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee posted a photo of himself braving the harsh winter conditions on Friday, but on Saturday, […]

Following a miserable 2024-25 campaign, there is a sanguine tone surrounding the Philadelphia 76ers this season. Tyrese Maxey is performing at an All-NBA level while leading the league in minutes played. Joel Embiid has scored 30 or more points in his last four contests and is looking like a juggernaut once again. VJ Edgecombe is […]

The Chicago Bulls retired Derrick Rose’s No. 1 jersey on Saturday night, so it is only fitting that young forward Matas Buzelis pay tribute by unleashing his own special brand of wizardry at the rim. The 2024 lottery pick displayed his wide-ranging offensive arsenal versus the Boston Celtics, dribbling behind his back to get past […]

There are several impactful NBA players who always seem to be on the cusp of superstardom but just cannot cross into the league’s upper echelon. Evan Mobley has yet to gain entry into this elite realm, and consequently, neither have the Cleveland Cavaliers (26-20). The 24-year-old is already an accomplished big man after earning Defensive […]

The working relationship between Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga and head coach Steve Kerr has produced endless speculation over the last year-plus, as headlines and rumors pile up. Apart from Jimmy Butler’s devastating ACL injury, which decimates the team’s already slim championship chances, this saga has dominated Dubs coverage. Interestingly enough, neither Kuminga nor […]

The Detroit Pistons (32-11) still have a decent cushion in the Eastern Conference standings past the halfway point of the 2025-26 NBA season, taking a big jump from last year and establishing themselves as a legitimate title contender. What is most astounding about their enduring excellence is that their top player is not even playing […]

Drake Maye and the New England Patriots may have a clear matchup advantage over backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham, but they should understand how difficult it could be to overcome the Denver Broncos’ daunting defense in Sunday’s AFC Championship game. Another sloppy showing could doom their Super Bowl hopes and end a momentous campaign. Fortunately, the […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ decision to hire 62-year-old Mike McCarthy to be their new head coach proves they are not interested in rebuilding after losing their eighth straight playoff game. But they clearly covet change. During a time when there is more uncertainty surrounding the long-term quarterback situation than maybe ever before, owner Art Rooney II […]

Carolina Hurricanes fans were already enthralled by Alexander Nikishin, but the rookie defenseman cemented himself as a fan favorite when he easily dropped Chicago Blackhawks center Oliver Moore in what he claimed was his first fight. The physical Russian added to his mystique after revealing that he does not like the combat element of the […]

Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka said the team cannot afford to be completely reliant on 37-year-old Kevin Durant to hold leads and secure wins. But the future Hall of Famer is no average 37-year-old. Just look at what he did in Friday’s 111-104 road win over the Detroit Pistons. During the second quarter of […]

Detroit Tigers fans are understandably frustrated about potentially parting ways with two-time reigning American League Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal, for it seems impossible to replace his production in the starting pitching rotation. But at least the long-term future of the lineup is in a promising spot. The Tigers currently have two players in […]

The talk surrounding Karl-Anthony Towns has revolved more around his future rather than what he is presently doing on the court. He can shift the narrative, at least partially, by dominating the Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid-led Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday afternoon. Unfortunately, his status for the road game is up in the air. Towns […]

Kyle Pitts is due to cash in after posting 88 receptions for 928 yards and five touchdowns this past season, but when factoring in his potential free agency decision, he may also consider where he is most likely to succeed. The coaching change and quarterback uncertainty could complicate a potential return to the Atlanta Falcons. […]

When the Washington Nationals signed president of baseball operations Mike Rizzo and manager Dave Martinez to contract extensions in the summer of 2023, it appeared that the franchise’s rebuild was nearing completion. The Lerner family believed the team was heading in the right direction after jumping up to 71 wins that year. Fast forward to […]

The Chicago White Sox had 10 more losses than the second-worst team in the American League and remained wildly irrelevant last season, but a young core began to emerge in The South Side. Diehard fans know this club inspired more optimism than its 60-102 record suggests, for they saw the outline of a hopeful vision. […]

By the time 2025 concluded, USC football had elicited the same feeling of despondency that has come to define the program for much of the last decade and a half. A wobbly defense continues to be bane of fans’ existence. Although the unit has become marginally more resistant in recent years, the Trojans’ inability to […]

Although he experienced some struggles and adversity, Arch Manning posted a promising first campaign as the starting quarterback for Texas. Well, he will have to push through yet again. The highly touted prospect underwent minor foot surgery, per Inside Texas, and will be limited in offseason workouts. It is a preventative measure taken to address […]

The Vegas Golden Knights (24-13-12) showed how serious they are about competing for the Stanley Cup this season when they completed a huge trade with the Calgary Flames to acquire defenseman Rasmus Andersson. They are eager to integrate him into their blue line and build chemistry before the Winter Olympics. Bruce Cassidy is still waiting […]

Luka Doncic is under more scrutiny than ever now that he is the top guy on the Los Angeles Lakers, but he is still posting huge numbers during what is a potential MVP campaign. The 26-year-old reached a notable NBA milestone against the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday night. He eclipsed 4,000 career assists, per […]

The City of Brotherly Love is already on edge amid the Philadelphia Eagles’ search for a new offensive coordinator, but fans might have rioted if the Philadelphia 76ers lost due to an officiating blunder. With the score tied at 115 late in the fourth quarter of Thursday’s home matchup versus the Houston Rockets, Tyrese Maxey […]

When Jonathan Kuminga is on the rise, it is unfortunately only a matter of time before he is knocked back off his feet. Look no further than Thursday night’s road game versus the Dallas Mavericks. The young forward, who scored 20 points on 7-of-10 shooting in a 145-127 loss to the Toronto Raptors, suffered a […]

The Baltimore Ravens decided it was time for a fresh start when they fired John Harbaugh after 18 years together. Apparently, though, they are not ready to remove all ties from the franchise great. The AFC North squad is hiring Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter to be its new head coach. He spent […]

After suffering tough playoff losses in back-to-back campaigns, fans were hoping the Tampa Bay Buccaneers would break through during the 2025-26 NFL campaign. The first six weeks foretold tons of promise, as Baker Mayfield looked invincible late in the fourth quarter. The offense eventually sputtered, however, suffering a barrage of injuries and struggling to attain […]