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The Oklahoma City Thunder are hoping they have just obtained the missing link to a championship team after securing a commitment from center Isaiah Hartenstein for a three-year, $87 million contract, per Shams Charania of Stadium and The Athletic. The New York Knicks wanted to bring back the stalwart big man, but OKC had been […]

The Vegas Golden Knights are renown, or infamous depending on who you ask, for sprinkling some pixie dust on the salary cap and finding a way to remain both financially flexible and star-studded. But the time has come to make some brutal compromises, starting with one of the most important, accomplished and beloved players in […]

As one era nears an end in California, so too could another. With Paul George declining his $48.8 million player option with the Los Angeles Clippers, the NBA free agency hysteria has already arrived. Since LeBron James is expected to re-sign with the Los Angeles Lakers, the nine-time All-Star is arguably the biggest name in […]

The Golden State Warriors appear to be on the verge of diving headfirst into a new era of Bay Area basketball. The Dubs dynasty as fans know it, which already looked to be on its last legs, is expected to officially conclude this offseason. Golden State is “preparing to lose” Klay Thompson in NBA free […]

As the Toronto Maple Leafs continue to end their season in heartbreak year after year, a lack of physicality and toughness has become a common criticism that fans sling at them. Well, the front office is looking to immediately address that problem during the offseason. The Leafs are completing a trade with the Dallas Stars […]

For the first time in more than a decade, the Orlando Magic are giving people a reason to feel genuinely excited about the future of the franchise. The seeds of optimism were shown in 2022-23 when Rookie of the Year Paolo Banchero helped the team win 12 more games than it had the previous year. […]

Dejounte Murray knew there was a good chance he would be traded from the Atlanta Hawks after hearing his name in rumors for months on end, but not many people were expecting him to land in the Big Easy. For those waiting for the fireworks to begin on Sunday with the start of NBA free […]

While 15-year-old Miles Russell dazzled golf fans with his impressive play at the Rocket Mortgage Classic, Frank Bensel Jr. defied logic at the 2024 U.S. Senior Open. The 56-year-old tallied consecutive holes-in-one on Friday afternoon at the Newport Country Club, becoming the first player on the PGA Tour to record two aces in the same […]

Much like his father, Bronny James is already a polarizing figure among fans, as there are those who are turned off with how agent Rich Paul secured him a spot on the Los Angeles Lakers ahead of the 2024 NBA Draft. But the league itself does not seem to have conflicted feelings about the No. […]

The Philadelphia Phillies are going to be without two of their premier sluggers for a bit, as Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber are both landing on the 10-day injured list, per Matt Gelb of The Athletic. Though, fans might be able to unclench their fists and breathe a sigh of relief, because these stars have […]

The likelihood of Klay Thompson returning to the only NBA home he has ever known is seemingly becoming more precarious by the day. While the Golden State Warriors try to figure out how to acquire Paul George, two Western Conference contenders are now open to possibly courting the four-time NBA champion in free agency. The […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have navigated through two significant obstacles this offseason, hiring JJ Redick to be their new head coach and selecting Dalton Knecht and Bronny James in the 2024 NBA Draft. It will be a while before one can determine if they passed these barriers unscathed, but the organization’s vision appears to be […]

Angel Reese made it known that she wants some credit for the extra national attention the WNBA is drawing in 2024, taking offense at the notion that Caitlin Clark is single-handedly lifting the league to new heights of popularity. Well, it will be tougher to deny the Chicago Sky rookie following the incredible milestones she […]

The Miles Mikolas problem seemed to be a thing of the past following a red-hot stretch in June, but the veteran starting pitcher could not finish the month without reverting to his bad habits, as he dug the St. Louis Cardinals into a massive hole they could not escape in Thursday’s 11-4 loss to the […]

Juuse Saros’ days with the Nashville Predators looked like they might have been numbered heading into this offseason, but both sides appear to be committed to each other for the long haul. The veteran goalie is agreeing to an eight-year contract extension that carries an average annual value of $7.5 million, per Elliotte Freidman of […]

After all the wild speculation, rumors and reports, Bronny James is officially a member of the Los Angeles Lakers. He will likely make history by playing on the same team as his father, LeBron James, just as everyone has expected for months. Rich Paul’s polarizing approach worked to full effect and helped ensure that the […]

When a team consistently fails to live up to its high expectations, the time eventually comes for ownership to make a major decision. Does it abandon what could be a futile plan and start from scratch, or does management employ some good old-fashioned faith and trust that the established talent on the roster can still […]

Stephen A. Smith is not always on the same page as his ESPN colleagues, which is perfectly normal given the debate nature of “First Take” and sports media conjecture in general, but things have gotten surprisingly tense on occasion over the past few weeks. On Tuesday, he made a claim regarding Dan Hurley’s decision to […]

New Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick is denying an accusation made by a woman named Halleemah Nash, who claims he called her the N-word while the two were present on the Duke University campus. Nash, who is a Social Impact Pro and Lakers fan, per her X bio, and is the founder of […]

With so much attention understandably being doled out to Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, fellow rookie Cameron Brink was almost guaranteed to be overlooked this season. Now that she is out for the rest of the season, this promising talent will be decisively outside the limelight. Though, that is not a problem at all for […]

When someone signs on to lead a high-profile franchise that is desperately trying to stay in title contention in an absurdly loaded conference, they will be faced with a myriad of questions and constant media scrutiny. That is what awaits new Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick in his first season at the helm. […]

San Francisco 49ers fans may finally be reaching the suspenseful and tense climax to the Brandon Aiyuk contract saga. The star wide receiver is going to meet with the organization on Monday, according to ESPN’s Ryan Clark. With tension remaining high, there is obviously a chance that this encounter concludes with some unpleasant news. However, […]

The offspring athlete of an all-time great is often forced to live in their father’s shadow. That is just an unfortunate fact of life. But Bronny James’ agent, Rich Paul, seems determined to make sure that this narrative expands to even bigger and more challenging heights. With the Klutch Sports Group founder’s unconventional and deliberate […]

The cavalry has arrived. Max Scherzer is splashing some cold water in the face of discouraged Texas Rangers fans after making his season debut on Sunday. The three-time Cy Young winner shut down the Kansas City Royals in a 4-0 victory in Globe Life Field, pitching five scoreless innings of one-hit ball to lead the […]

Regardless of how people feel about his ceiling, Zach Edey is one of the most interesting prospects in the 2024 NBA Draft. The 7-foot-4 Canadian comes with a catalog of accolades and question marks as he prepares to begin his professional basketball career. For every outstanding pro, there is a notable con or qualifying statement […]

Expectations for the 2024 NBA Draft class appear to be as low as they have been in the last decade or so, but the Washington Wizards must come away with a building block just the same. At the very least, their roster must be in a better long-term position than it is to start this […]

The Houston Astros are doing their best to pay homage to “Kill Bill: Volume 2,” as they continue to smash their way through the coffin and try to climb themselves out of the huge hole they found themselves in earlier in the season. There is still work to be done– the club is 37-40 and […]

Indecision gets us all. Waffling over where to go for dinner or what bad movie to stream on Netflix is all too common in this day and age, but the biggest decisions in life are also sometimes accompanied by second-guessing and regret. Former top-ranked recruit and current Texas football star Quinn Ewers was seeing burnt […]

St. Louis Cardinals fans are eagerly waiting to see what their team looks like at full strength after weathering injuries of multiple key players. Well, there might not be a baseball utopia in Busch Stadium any time soon. Third baseman Nolan Arenado left Saturday’s matchup against the San Francisco Giants with left forearm discomfort, according […]

On June 22, 2023, one of the most highly anticipated prospects in the history of the sport officially entered the NBA and joined the San Antonio Spurs. Fast forward to today, and Victor Wembanyama has somehow raised the bar of what is expected of him in this league. With a tremendous, award-winning rookie campaign in […]

Last season, the San Francisco Giants seemed to lack talent. This year, they are lacking bodies. Whether the front office plays it safe or makes a big splash, the results appear to be the same. Fans could be in for another exhausting playoff push in 2024, one that could end in similarly unsatisfying fashion as […]

Barry Sanders, a Hall of Fame running back and the greatest player to ever suit up for the Detroit Lions, is addressing his many fans regarding some concerning news about his health. “To all my supporters, over Father’s Day weekend, I experienced a health scare related to my heart,” he issued in a statement. “It […]

Championship parades are glorious events that bond players to the community and fan base they represent all yearlong, but it is more something to cherish after the fact than in the moment. That is because many will struggle to instantly recall what exactly happened during the celebration. Boston Celtics role player Sam Hauser will likely […]

The underlying narrative surrounding the 2023-24 NBA campaign was can the Boston Celtics get the job done? The subplots of this enduring storyline, which justifiably developed after they were ousted by the Miami Heat twice in three postseasons, centered around Jayson Tatum’s ability to come through in the clutch and Jaylen Brown’s morale. The former […]

One of the toughest guys around has decided it is time to hang up his skates. Forward Andrew Cogliano, who played for the Edmonton Oilers, Anaheim Ducks, Dallas Stars, San Jose Sharks and Colorado Avalanche during his 17-year career, is retiring, according to Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli. But this iron man is not leaving the […]

Because the Chicago White Sox (20-56) are on pace to finish as one of the worst teams in modern baseball history, it is extremely hard to believe that there might actually be multiple players on the roster who can be valuable playoff contributors. Nevertheless, first-year general manager Chris Getz is going to be receiving a […]

Oklahoma City Thunder fans know that general manager Sam Presti always has a plan up his sleeve, but most did not expect Tuesday’s bombshell move. While the focus has aptly been on the team’s size deficiencies, an impactful two-way guard is incredibly valuable in the modern NBA. The Thunder acquired a player who can help […]

The frenzy has officially started. Fans are getting their first glimpse of what should be a hyper-scrutinized offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers following the organization’s decision to hire JJ Redick as its new head coach. With Dan Hurley deciding to stay at the University of Connecticut, there was little doubt that this move would […]

With so many pundits and fans noting about the declining level of animosity that exists between the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox, the MLB could use a new heated rivalry in the American League East. Since the Yanks (51-26) currently own the best record in baseball, their inclusion in such a dynamic is […]