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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 […]

Golden State Warriors fans are disappointed that Stephen Curry will not be participating in an official capacity at NBA All-Star Saturday Night following the news that his much-anticipated 3-point Challenge rematch with Sabrina Ionescu fell through. However, the legendary shooter is still finding ways to entertain fans inside the old Oracle Arena, the place the […]

The Baltimore Orioles enter spring training with a starkly different aura surrounding them than the one that pervaded Sarasota, Florida in 2024. Last year, the theme was “reaching the next level.” Although players like Gunnar Henderson and Anthony Santander satisfied that criteria on an individual level, the O’s took a step back as a unit. […]

Victor Wembanyama continues to follow the supremely promising trajectory that so many mapped out for him when he first broke out on the international basketball scene a few years ago. He is improving in practically all aspects of his game and is the favorite to win Defensive Player of the Year honors in just his […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have just a little more than a month to go before they battle the Chicago Cubs in their season-opening series in Tokyo, Japan. Legions of fans naturally want to see countryman Shohei Ohtani pitch during this two-day spectacle. LA manager Dave Roberts already poured cold water over that possibility, but the […]

Before Alex Bregman tries to help spark a Boston Red Sox resurgence, he is looking back on the first revival he was part of during his MLB career. The two-time All-Star and 2024 Gold Glove third baseman is sending a farewell message to the place he called home for the last nine years. His words […]

The Seattle Storm are working hard to replenish their roster after dealing away franchise pillar Jewell Loyd in a blockbuster trade that sent Kelsey Plum to the Los Angeles Sparks and the No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, a 2026 first-rounder (Aces) and Li Yueru to the Emerald City. Seattle is not […]

The Minnesota Twins dragged their feet through much of the offseason, waiting until February to complete their most notable free-agency signings. They added former Gold Glove outfielder Harrison Bader, reunited with reliable left-handed reliever Danny Coulombe and then scooped up 2022 All-Star Ty France. That last move is apparently the last one management intends to […]

During Friday’s Super Bowl 59 celebration parade for the Philadelphia Eagles, two people were shot in the Spring Garden neighborhood, according to Jessica MacAulay and Christine Mattson of CBS News Philadelphia. The victims’ condition is unknown, as there are little details available at this time, but police are searching for a suspect. This marks the […]

In October, the San Diego Padres were one win away from eliminating the eventual World Series champions and their arch nemesis, the Los Angeles Dodgers. The fan base was overflowing with excitement, fairly confident in the team’s ability to deliver the city its first title in franchise history. The Friars came up short, though, and […]

The Cleveland Guardians did not really make any splashy additions this offseason. One can even say that the team’s biggest move in free agency was retaining its most accomplished starting pitcher, Shane Bieber. There are questions scattered throughout the rotation, so manager Stephen Vogt is counting on the 2020 Cy Young to bring stability. But […]

One of the reasons why many basketball fans love the “Inside the NBA” guys is because of their willingness to speak their mind and occasionally make shocking television. During halftime of Thursday’s matchup between the Minnesota Timberwolves (31-25) and Oklahoma City Thunder (44-10), Shaquille O’Neal decided to throw caution to the wind. Earlier in the […]

James Harden, a man who has been criticized for his lack of effort in the past, was not looking to coast into NBA All-Star Weekend. He wanted the Los Angeles Clippers to go into the break with some momentum and good vibes. The future Hall of Famer tried with all his might to make sure […]

The Cleveland Guardians know their identity and are not seeking to change it anytime soon. They have agreed to a one-year, $4.5 million contract with right-handed relief pitcher Jakob Junis, according to ESPN’s Kiley McDaniel. The 32-year-old owns a lackluster 4.48 career ERA but was highly reliable last season. He recorded a 4-0 record with […]

This social media rivalry will officially have a resolution. After going back and forth on and off for the last several months, Miami Dolphins star wide receiver Tyreek Hill and Olympic gold medalist Noah Lyles will settle their dispute on the track. Although no official date or venue has been determined, the two men have […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are underachieving as a unit this season, but Anthony Edwards is still one of the most exciting players to watch in the NBA. He reminded everyone of that fact during Thursday night’s matchup versus the league-leading Oklahoma City Thunder. Edwards dunked over 2024 Rookie of the Year runner-up Chet Holmgren in the […]

The Philadelphia Phillies retain most of a roster that won 95 games last season while also adding left-handed starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo and outfielder Max Kepler. They should once again be a force near the top of the National League. But everyone is chasing the reigning champion Los Angeles Dodgers, who somehow got considerably better […]

The Indiana Fever have enjoyed a potentially pivotal offseason, capitalizing on the sizable leap forward they took with Rookie of the Year Caitlin Clark in 2024. DeWanna Bonner and Natasha Howard, both of whom combine for five championships, three All-WNBA selections, three All-Defensive teams and eight All-Star nods, headline a notable free agency class. The […]

The formerly hot Indiana Pacers (29-23) are starting to cool since Myles Turner suffered a cervical strain last week against the Los Angeles Clippers. His absence was especially obvious in Tuesday night’s 128-115 loss to the visiting New York Knicks (35-18), as Karl-Anthony Towns feasted in Gainbridge Fieldhouse for 40 points and 12 rebounds. Josh […]

After overcoming Super Bowl 57 heartbreak and defeating the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl 59 this past Sunday, Jalen Hurts’ narrative should theoretically be complete. The Philadelphia Eagles quarterback blocked out the scrutiny, rose above the skepticism and claimed MVP honors in front of the biggest audience American sports has to offer. His stardom […]

Shaquille O’Neal has a fascinating fixation with Phoenix Suns center Bol Bol, one that has perplexed many fans over the years. The NBA legend famously, or rather infamously, said that the 2019 second-round draft pick has the same skill set as fellow 7-foot-3 big man Victor Wembanyama. He believes Bol, not the San Antonio Spurs […]

Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks (35-18) put an ugly home game versus the Boston Celtics behind them, earning a straightforward 128-115 road win versus the Indiana Pacers. The All-Star big man, who scored only nine points in 28 minutes against the C’s after popping up on the injury report (knee), reclaimed his dominance […]

Although Saquon Barkley managed just 2.3 yards per carry in the Philadelphia Eagles’ 40-22 Super Bowl win over the Kansas City Chiefs, he deserves significant credit for how he led the team’s offense for most of the season. The star running back’s 57 rushing yards on Sunday, which he supplemented with 40 receiving yards, catapulted […]

During the 2024 NFL Draft, several outlets reported that the San Francisco 49ers were selecting Unanimous All-American Iowa cornerback Cooper DeJean with the No. 31 pick. That report obviously proved to be false, as the team took Florida wide receiver Ricky Pearsall instead. Fans speculated that the organization leaked the information to identify a mole. […]

Following the 1995-96 NFL campaign, the Dallas Cowboys had earned a 5-3 record in the Super Bowl. The Philadelphia Eagles had only appeared in the big game once in their entire existence. Philly has dramatically reduced the gap over the last three decades, however, winning two Lombardi Trophies and competing for two others in that […]

President Donald Trump is watching his granddaughter and fellow golf fanatic, Kai Trump, rise in prominence in the athletics landscape. The 17-year-old will be hitting the greens for the University of Miami when she officially enrolls in college this fall, but she is already commanding substantial attention from fans and sponsors alike. Trump boasts a […]

The Milwaukee Bucks (28-23) begin a challenging stretch, with Giannis Antetokounmpo sidelined through the NBA All-Star break with a mild calf strain. His injury absence puts the onus on the team’s other star player, Damian Lillard, to carry much of the offensive burden for at least the next few games. His availability is no guarantee, […]

The Charlotte Hornets are more than halfway through another brutal NBA campaign as copious injuries and abysmal shooting continue to decimate this franchise. One of the lone moments of ecstasy was supposed to come in the form of a LaMelo Ball All-Star selection. The fans voted for it, but their efforts came up short. On […]

Some people loathe him. Others find that he makes a useful meme. But the Philadelphia Eagles and their fans absolutely love the man. Dom DiSandro, or “Big Dom” as he is known, was banned from the sidelines for getting into a physical altercation with San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw in Week 13 of the […]

Regardless of who is on the floor, the Los Angeles Lakers (31-19) are playing excellent basketball right now. They have won their first four February games and nine of their last 10 contests overall, continuing their climb up the Western Conference. And Luka Doncic has yet to even suit up. Until now, that is. After […]

Despite a crushing Super Bowl 57 defeat versus the Kansas City Chiefs, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts seemingly secured his “I have arrived” moment. The young signal-caller dropped off a bit the following season, however, and was overshadowed by Saquon Barkley during the 2024-25 campaign. Skepticism persisted, to a large degree. But he earned unequivocal […]

The Philadelphia Eagles-Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl 59 matchup is stuffed with captivating narratives that could have profound consequences when it comes to legacy. Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid can accomplish something that not even Tom Brady and Bill Belichick did– win three straight Super Bowls. Travis Kelce can potentially ride off into the sunset […]

Many Dallas Mavericks fans are still in mourning following the organization’s decision to trade 25-year-old Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in a trade package that features Anthony Davis, Max Christie and a 2029 first-round draft pick. Well, they are hurting even more now. People protested the Mavs’ move outside American Airlines Center before […]

An emotionally distressing week for Dallas Mavericks fans got even more challenging during Saturday’s home matchup against the Houston Rockets. Although Anthony Davis dazzled in his team debut— enjoying a molten-hot start to his Mavs tenure and finishing with 26 points, 16 rebounds, seven assists and three blocks in the 116-105 win–, he exited in […]

Dusty May continues to pad his impressive head coaching résumé, positioning Michigan basketball (18-5) for an NCAA Tournament appearance in his first year at the helm. His Wolverines withstood a furious comeback effort and edged out Indiana on the road in Saturday’s Big Ten Conference clash, winning 70-67. Fans’ attention was not solely on the […]

It might not even be his fault, but Craig Breslow is becoming the Boy Who Cried Right-handed Bat. The Boston Red Sox Chief Baseball Officer restated the organization’s intent to add an impactful hitter to the lineup. “We’re still very much engaged in trying to bring in a right-handed hitter, obviously one that we think […]

When veteran players are bought out, which is commonplace after the NBA trade deadline, they often sign with championship contenders. The Indiana Pacers are not quite at that level as of yet, but they are nonetheless commanding league-wide respect. Case in point: the team is set to sign center Alex Len, according to ESPN’s Shams […]

Optimism is percolating in Foxborough, as the New England Patriots prepare to enter the offseason with a notable Mike Vrabel-led coaching staff. But it is all window dressing until the team acquires viable players for these coaches to utilize and mold. Wide receiver is a longstanding weakness that must unequivocally be upgraded. The Pats’ desperation […]