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It looks like Memphis big man James Wiseman is going to get drafted by either the Golden State Warriors or Charlotte Hornets. The Minnesota Timberwolves, who have the No. 1 overall pick in the 2020 draft, didn’t have much contact with Wiseman, who told reporters on Monday the Warriors and Hornets were the only two […]

The New York Jets are going to be without starting quarterback Sam Darnold for the foreseeable future, maybe for the rest of the 2020 season. Darnold spoke to Jets reporters on Monday and said his AC sprain still needs more time to heal, per Connor Hughes of The Athletic. #Jets QB Sam Darnold speaking now. […]

Detroit Pistons star point guard Derrick Rose and former NBA floor general Rod Strickland are two of the best finishers at the rim in NBA history from the guard position. However, that’s not why Rose reminds Strickland of himself. On the latest episode of Heavy Live with Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson, Strickland said both he […]

NFL legend Jerry Rice’s son, Brenden, caught his first college touchdown on Saturday against Stanford. Check out Brenden Rice’s first score for the Colorado Buffaloes. It was a rather easy touchdown, as Stanford left Brenden wide open. He slipped through the coverage and had a casual stroll towards the end zone. TOUCHDOWN BUFFS 🙌@sam_noyer to […]

Miami Heat point guard Goran Dragic was one of the main reasons the team won the 2020 Eastern Conference at Walt Disney World. The lefty played like a star and helped the South Beach franchise take out the Indiana Pacers, Milwaukee Bucks and Boston Celtics to advance to the Finals. However, Dragic sadly suffered a […]

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray, in desperate need of a PS5 since he just got his wisdom teeth removed, used the power of social media to get one. Max Kerman, the lead singer of the Canadian band Arkells, dropped off a PS5 for Murray since his entire band got one and he didn’t need […]

Former NBA Coach of the Year Sam Mitchell believes the Los Angeles Lakers should acquire DeMar DeRozan from the San Antonio Spurs. Mitchell, who won the 2006-07 Coach of the Year Award with the Toronto Raptors, believes DeRozan on the Lakers would be a “game-changer.” How can this Lakers team become a dynasty? Go get […]

Portland Trail Blazers big man Hassan Whiteside recently channeled his inner Giannis Antetokounmpo in a pick-up game by taking the ball coast to coast for the easy layup. Check out the Blazers star as he dominated in the post. https://twitter.com/TheNBACentral/status/1327760828364251136?s=20 Hassan Whiteside’s last couple of seasons on the Miami Heat weren’t pretty. However, he played […]

It appears the NBA league office doesn’t have many fans at the moment due to how quickly the 2020-21 season came together. According to Tim Bontemps of ESPN, the NBA league office has reportedly left top basketball decision-makers from all 30 teams out of the loop on how things will work during the 2020-21 season, […]

A few weeks ago, Green Bay Packers star Davante Adams said he’s the best wideout in the NFL. Now, Adams wants the Madden 21 raters to bump his rating up from 97 to 99. 👀 (via @tae15adams) pic.twitter.com/iWMSSOYRnb — B/R Gridiron (@brgridiron) November 14, 2020 Davante Adams has been a flat-out monster for the Packers […]

Toronto Raptors big man Marc Gasol becomes an unrestricted free agent once the 2020 free agency period begins. There has been talk about the Raptors and Gasol parting ways, though nothing can be certain in the crazy business that is the NBA. If Gasol and the Raptors do end up splitting up, though, the Spaniard […]

Golden State Warriors legend Chris Mullin believes the Dubs shouldn’t trade small forward Andrew Wiggins this offseason. The Warriors acquired Wiggins from the Minnesota Timberwolves at the 2020 trade deadline in the D’Angelo Russell deal. The former No. 1 overall pick is looking to turn his career around in Golden State and Mullin thinks Wiggins […]

Miami Heat point guard Goran Dragic becomes an unrestricted free agent this offseason and he’s expected to be pursued by a bevy of teams. While Dragic wants to re-sign with the Heat, the lefty told Shams Charania of Stadium there’s “a lot of options” out there for him to take a look at. “For me, […]

The Brooklyn Nets have reportedly contacted the Houston Rockets about a James Harden trade, per Farbod Esnaashari of Sports Illustrated. Esnaashari is reporting that Harden could possibly get traded to the Nets for Spencer Dinwiddie, Caris LeVert, Taurean Prince and Jarrett Allen. A source is telling me that the Nets have engaged in talks with […]

The Cincinnati Bengals will be without starting running back Joe Mixon in Week 10 against the undefeated Pittsburgh Steelers, per Adam Schefter of ESPN. Mixon has been held out the previous two games with a foot injury and still isn’t ready to play. Joe Mixon Officially out Sunday. — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 14, 2020 […]

Model Jordyn Woods got her boyfriend, Minnesota Timberwolves big man Karl-Anthony Towns, a Mariachi band for his upcoming birthday. Towns turns 25 on Sunday, but the Timberwolves star and Woods are celebrating early. Jordyn Woods got KAT a Mariachi band for his upcoming birthday 🙏 (via jodiewoods/IG) pic.twitter.com/9BvhJE4BED — Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) November 14, 2020 Karl-Anthony […]

Miami Heat small forward Jimmy Butler FINALLY got his first haircut in what seems like forever. Butler, who didn’t shave or cut his hair at all during the NBA bubble, got cleaned up recently and his reaction was priceless (via Butler’s YouTube channel). Jimmy Butler and the Heat were the best story of the NBA […]

Danny Green may only last one season on the Los Angeles Lakers. According to Ian Begley of SNY, the Lakers will discuss Green trades with teams that have interest in the shooting guard. Something to keep an eye on: per sources, the Lakers will discuss Danny Green trades with teams that have interest. Green signed […]

New York Giants safety Jabrill Peppers has been fined by the NFL for his hit on Washington Football Team quarterback Kyle Allen during Week 9, per Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Peppers has been fined $11,031. Allen, who suffered a dislocated ankle and fracture that required surgery, will miss the rest of the 2020 season. […]

Oklahoma City Thunder small forward Danilo Gallinari becomes an unrestricted free agent this offseason and some people within the Dallas Mavericks organization have interest in pursuing him, per Ian Begley of SNY. If the Thunder trade point guard Chris Paul, the expectation is that general manager Sam Presti will let Gallinari walk in free agency. […]

Since becoming the Detroit Lions’ head coach in 2018, Matt Patricia has gone just 12-27-1. The former New England Patriots defensive coordinator hasn’t found success in the Motor City and it appears players on the team aren’t the biggest fans of him. According to Kalyn Kahler of Bleacher Report, players on the Lions actually celebrated […]

The Chicago Bears will be without starting running back David Montgomery in Week 10 against the Minnesota Vikings, per Adam Schefter of ESPN. Montgomery suffered a concussion in Week 9 versus the Tennessee Titans. Bears ruled out David Montgomery (concussion) for Monday night's game vs. Vikings. — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 14, 2020 David Montgomery […]

DeMarcus Cousins didn’t play a single game during the 2019-20 season due to an ACL tear he suffered while playing in a pick-up game in Las Vegas. The Los Angeles Lakers waived Cousins in February to open up a roster spot, which was eventually taken by Markieff Morris. While Cousins is progressing well with his […]

If the Houston Rockets are willing to trade Russell Westbrook at a discount price, the New York Knicks are all-in on acquiring the former MVP, according to Marc Berman of the New York Post. Westbrook is still one of the best players in the NBA. However, he’s owed $130 million over the next three years […]

The Portland Trail Blazers could express trade interest in New Orleans Pelicans point guard Jrue Holiday, according to Kevin O’Connor of The Ringer. Holiday has been the subject of multiple trade rumors, as it appears the Pelicans are actively looking to deal him and get some assets in return. The Portland Trailblazers could express trade […]

The city of Chicago rejoiced on Friday when news broke that Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy is giving up play-calling duties to offensive coordinator Bill Lazor. This is a move Bears fans have been calling for weeks since Nagy’s offense is one of the worst in the NFL. Nagy, who won the 2018 Coach […]

The New York Knicks reportedly have trade interest in Gordon Hayward if the Boston Celtics decide to move him, per Kevin O’Connor of The Ringer. Hayward has a player option for the 2020-21 season worth $34,187,085. There have been rumors going around that the former Utah Jazz All-Star could decline it and enter unrestricted free […]

James Harden and Chris Paul played two seasons together on the Houston Rockets before the franchise traded Paul to the Oklahoma City Thunder for Russell Westbrook in the summer of 2019. The Rockets went to the Western Conference Finals in 2018, losing to the Golden State Warriors in seven games. Many people believe Houston may […]

ESPN insider Adrian Wojnarowski had a rather savage tweet regarding Houston Rockets star point guard Russell Westbrook. The 2017 MVP, who has reportedly requested a trade from the Rockets, apparently doesn’t have a sizable trade market due to his monster contract. Wojnarowski, one of the most plugged-in NBA reporters, said the marketplace for a possible […]

Arizona Cardinals wideout DeAndre Hopkins wants a pretty radical rule change for pass interference yards. During his media session with Cardinals reporters on Friday, Hopkins said he wants receivers to get counted for the yards after a defender prevents them from catching the ball due to a penalty. “As long as the ball moves that’s […]

Houston Rockets small forward Robert Covington was a guest on ESPN’s “The Jump” on Friday and he was asked to talk about Stephen Silas taking over for Mike D’Antoni. Surprisingly, Covington is the first Rockets player to address the Silas hiring. The sharpshooter also spoke about the expectations for the 2020-21 season, which will start […]

There are some people around the NFL who believe Jimmy Garoppolo has played his final game with the San Francisco 49ers and that general manager John Lynch will look to acquire a new quarterback in the offseason. Garoppolo is currently on IR with his second high-ankle sprain and could be done for the season despite […]

Arizona Cardinals wideout DeAndre Hopkins has no problem with quarterback Kyler Murray yelling at him on the sideline when a play isn’t made on offense. In fact, Hopkins told Cardinals reporters he actually “loves it” when Murray gets passionate because “that’s what makes our culture.” “I heard some stuff in the media about beef because […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will take on the Carolina Panthers in Week 10 in an NFC South battle. The Buccaneers are coming off a blowout loss in Week 9 against the New Orleans Saints. Not only did Tampa Bay not score a touchdown, but quarterback Tom Brady threw three interceptions and was sacked three times. […]

The 3-4-1 Philadelphia Eagles will face the 2-7 New York Giants in Week 10 in a battle between two NFC East rivals. The Eagles had Week 9 off as their bye week. Philadelphia defeated the Dallas Cowboys in Week 8 and the Giants in Week 7. The Eagles won that New York game by a […]

The 7-3 Buffalo Bills will take on the 5-3 Arizona Cardinals in Week 10 at State Farm Stadium in a battle between two of the best young quarterbacks in the NFL. Bills signal-caller Josh Allen is coming off the best win of his career in Week 9, as he led the Bills to a 44-34 […]

The 5-4 Chicago Bears will host the 3-5 Minnesota Vikings in Week 10 at Soldier Field on Monday Night Football. The Bears, after starting the season at 5-1, have lost three straight games to the Los Angeles Rams, New Orleans Saints and Tennessee Titans. General manager Ryan Pace and head coach Matt Nagy are on […]

The 3-6 Carolina Panthers will host the 6-3 Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 10 at Bank of America Stadium in a classic NFC South matchup. Both the Panthers and Buccaneers are coming off losses in Week 9. Carolina, though it competed very well against the mighty Kansas City Chiefs, came up short by a final […]

The 8-0 Pittsburgh Steelers will host the 2-5-1 Cincinnati Bengals at Heinz Field in Week 10 in an AFC North battle. The Steelers have the best record in the NFL. They are the only undefeated left in the league and are playing really well on both sides of the ball after missing the playoffs in […]