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After taking part in one of the wilder games of this NBA season, Chicago Bulls guard Otto Porter Jr. is out for tonight’s game against the Atlanta Hawks. According to head coach Jim Boylen, the official reason behind Porter sitting out is the usual “load management,” but the more likely reason behind it is simply […]

Bam Adebayo came into the regular season as a player who was looking to make his mark on the Miami Heat. Now, he’s good enough that head arch Erik Spoelstra officially trusts the 21-year old to help close out games. Despite only playing in 140 regular season games, Adebayo has quickly made a name for […]

The Los Angeles Lakers dropped another game yesterday, losing 131-120 to the Milwaukee Bucks. The loss dropped the Lakers to 30-32, and put their playoff hopes into serious peril as the team heads into the final stretch of the season. However, players on the team may not even be sure if the playoffs are a […]

During the chaos of the NBA trade deadline, teams and players are often unsure of their fate, and that was the case for the Los Angeles Lakers this season. Chemistry on a team can be in fluctuation as players are thrust into trade speculation and often left unaware of what exactly will happen to them. Speaking […]

Although the San Francisco 49ers didn’t have the season they were expecting, the team is still looking to regroup and bring back some of their key players. One of those players, Jimmie Ward, may be back, but on a much shorter deal. According to a report from NBC Sports Bay Area’s Matt Maiocco, the 49ers […]

The upcoming NFL free agency class looks to be one of the deepest in recent memory on the defensive side, and the New York Jets seem poised to try and take advantage of their cap situation, especially when it comes to a young defensive back. According to a report by DraftAnalyst.com’s Tony Pauline (via 247 […]

The New York Giants may be planning to have Eli Manning return for the 2019 season, but that doesn’t mean they won’t be looking for the quarterback of the future in the NFL Draft. That includes Dwayne Haskins. During an interview session at this weekend’s NFL Combine (via 247 Sports), Haskins confirmed to reporters that […]

Le’Veon Bell is one of the prized free agents in this year’s upcoming class of potential signees, and many teams are after him. One of the teams, the Baltimore Ravens, are gaining steam as a potential favorite to land the superstar running back. According to a report from The Athletic’s Jeff Zrebiec (via Bleacher Report), […]

NFL free agency is a couple of weeks away from starting, which means that many teams will likely be trying to bid for the services of star running back Le’Veon Bell. One of those presumed teams, the Philadephia Eagles, might not have enough to tempt the running back. After Bell took to Twitter this weekend […]

Earlier today, the Palm Beach County state attorney announced that 25 men, one of which includes New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, have been charged in connection to a recent prostitution sting. Palm Beach County state attorney Dave Aronberg announces that 25 men, including Robert Kraft, have been charged with a first degree misdemeanor for […]

The Baltimore Ravens have informed veteran wide receiver Michael Crabtree today that the team is releasing him, according to a report by ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Ravens informed veteran WR Michael Crabtree that he is being released today, per source. — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) February 25, 2019 No official statement has been made by the team […]

It was reported this week that Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Peyton Barber’s playbook was stolen in Atlanta, but according to the team, the tablet that was taken has no sensitive information on it. Speaking to ESPN’s Jenna Laine via Pro Football Talk, an official for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers the playbook that was stolen […]

Life in the NBA can be fun and glamorous, but many forget that it’s often pretty rough if you’re just starting out. For new Detroit Pistons rookie Svi Mykhaliluk, he found out that the NBA trade deadline can be a harsh reminder of just how business-like the league really is. Drafted 47th overall by the […]

In 2017, the Pittsburgh Steelers and head coach Mike Tomlin partnered with Operation Underground Railroad (OUR) in an effort to help raise awareness and push for an end to child sex trafficking. During 2018 training camp for the Steelers, Tomlin introduced the CEO and founder for OUR, Tim Ballard, during a press conference. For the […]

After being traded from the Miami Heat at the beginning of the month, Wayne Eliington will be making his return to American Airlines Arena tonight. With that in mind, the Heat have produced a tribute video for the guard to commemorate his time on the team: https://twitter.com/MiamiHEAT/status/1099370517461680128 The Heat shared the video above on their […]

The Houston Rockets have listed James Harden as questionable for Saturday’s game against the Golden State Warriors, due to a cervical strain in the guard’s neck. According to a report from ESPN, Harden was receiving treatment on his right shoulder and neck while resting on the bench during the Rockets 111-106 loss to the Los […]

The NFL is bursting with young talent at the quarterback position, but in a recent segment on NFL Network’s Good Morning Football, a surprising name popped up as the most exciting to watch. Instead of the seemingly obvious Patrick Mahomes, it was Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield who was given the designation as the most […]

Although Antonio Brown is all but guaranteed to be playing for a different NFL team next year, the Pittsburgh Steelers have yet to set a deadline on when they will move the disgruntled star. Speaking to NFL Network earlier today (via 247 Sports), Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert noted that while Brown will likely be […]

After coming into the 2018 season with the hardest strength of schedule in all of football, the Green Bay Packers seem to have it just a little bit easier in the coming season. CBS Sports’ John Breech recently ranked every team’s strength of schedule (via 247 Sports) for the 2019 NFL season, and unlike last […]

After a couple of years of the NFL’s Rooney Rule not producing much, the man whose name it’s based on is speaking up, saying that it’s time to take a look at just how the process is being carried out. Steelers owner Art Rooney II spoke to The Athletic’s Tim Graham earlier this week as […]

While the NFL world reacts to the news that New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft has been charged with solicitation of prostitution, Kraft has issued a brief statement denying the entire situation. https://twitter.com/ByJillMartin/status/1098996009055727617 In a statement provided to the media from a spokesperson for the Patriots owner, Kraft denied that he ever engaged in any […]

Just last week, the city of Charlotte, North Carolina hosted the 2019 NBA All-Star Game, which was an incredible success, all things considered. Now, it seems like the Panthers are looking to get in on the action. According to a report from the Charlotte Business Journal’s Erik Spanberg (via 247 Sports), the Carolina Panthers are […]

Gary Kubiak has spent nearly his entire life involved with the NFL in some way, but took the last two years away from the sidelines. Now back with the Minnesota Vikings, Kubiak revealed that he missed coaching and was hopeful for a return to the NFL. Kubiak met with the media today for the first […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are facing a rough offseason, as the team gets ready to part with two of its franchise players, both of which are top tier players at their respective positions. Because of this, former NFL player Deion Sanders has recently come out and taken some subtle shots at the ownership of the Steelers […]

The XFL is still a year away from officially kicking off, but now it’s gained another head coach and general manager for one of its newest teams. Earlier today, Pep Hamilton was introduced as both the head coach and general manager of the XFL’s unnamed Washington Franchise. With the hire, he’ll join Bob Stoops – […]

When Detroit Lions safety Glover Quin was released earlier this month, it wasn’t exactly shocking, but was still a questionable move for the team. Now, it seems as if Quin was really the one behind the move. Making an appearance on The Pride Podcast, a podcast centered around the Detroit Lions, Quin revealed that he […]

With NFL free agency set to kick off in just under a couple of weeks, but the Baltimore Ravens are making sure that one player won’t get the chance to test the market. Earlier today, the Ravens announced that they would be holding a press conference on Friday with general manager Eric DeCosta, head coach […]

Despite enjoying a very long NFL career, linebacker Jon Bostic hasn’t had the stability that most players in the league would like. He’s hoping that his stint with the Pittsburgh Steelers changes that. After leaving the Chicago Bears in 2015, Bostic was on a new team every year, spending time with the Patriots and Colts […]

After taking Eric Ebron with a first-round pick and then dealing him after a middling career in Detroit, the Lions could use some new help at tight end. According to draft analyst Mel Kiper, there is one waiting for them in the 2019 NFL Draft. Speaking to Detroit media on a national conference call this […]

The Green Bay Packers offense officially came to a stall in 2018, and it’ll be up to incoming coach Matt LaFleur and his offensive stance to change that. Luckily for the Packers, LaFleur says he plans on approaching it from a variety of angles. During today’s formal introduction of the coaching staff via Pro Football […]

The period for NFL teams to use their franchise tags on players is looming, and one player who will likely get tagged is San Francisco 49ers kicker Robbie Gould. With the two-week window allowing NFL teams to designate a franchise player begins tomorrow and lasts until March 5, and it seems highly likely that the […]

When it comes to place-kickers, not many have been more reliable than Stephen Gostkowski. According to one NFL insider, the New England Patriots might reward him with a contract extension for his efforts. NFL teams don’t have too long to decide whether or not to use the franchise tag on their players. With the March […]

Another projected top pick in the NFL Draft will not be making it to the combine or having a pro day, as Oklahoma wide receiver Marquise Brown will still be recovering from a surgery at the time of both events. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Brown – who many believe will be a top-15 pick […]

While Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes amazed fans all year with no-look passes and incredible throws, there might be another quarterback ready to challenge him in the department of incredible throws. During yesterday’s Alliance of American Football (AAF) game between the San Diego Fleet and Atlanta Legends, Fleet quarterback Phillip Nelson stunned the crowd […]

When Washington Redskins quarterback Alex Smith went down with a gruesome leg injury last season, it derailed what looked to be a promising season. Now, the team knows that finding another starting quarterback is going to be a key heading into the offseason. After Smith’s injury took away his 2018 season, the extreme rehab process […]

Arguably the greatest player to ever play the game of basketball, Michael Jordan, is celebrating his 56th birthday today, and a lot of current NBA All-Stars don’t seem to know what to get him. During yesterdays media day for the NBA All-Star Weekend – which is taking place in Charlotte, the home of Jordan’s Charlotte […]

Pittsburgh Steelers receiver Antonio Brown hasn’t been shy about his desire to leave the team, and earlier today he took to Twitter and aired out even more grievances about his apparent displeasure regarding the team. Taking to the social media platform to answer fan questions, Brown was asked about the conflict between himself and Steelers […]

Sixers center Joel Embiid and Thunder guard Russell Westbrook have had a rocky relationship during their time in the NBA, but with the two of the set to play on the same team tomorrow, Embiid said he’s willing to work out their issues. On the other side, Joel Embiid says he's 'willing to make it […]

Earlier today, the NBA and FIBA announced the formation of the Basketball Africa League (BAL), a league that will begin in January 2020 and features 12 franchises. During the announcement, NBA commissioner Adam Silver also announced that former President Barack Obama will also be involved. MORE: Silver says former President Barack Obama has also expressed […]