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Nearly the entire sports world was shocked to see the New York Knicks firing Tom Thibodeau. However, Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle might’ve been more shocked than anyone else. When discussing New York’s decision to move on from Thibodeau, Carlisle revealed how he initially thought it wasn’t real. The 65-year-old head coach claimed that […]

The New York Knicks were eliminated from the playoffs after suffering a 125-108 Game 6 loss to the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals. Since then, there have been rumors that the franchise could trade center Karl-Anthony Towns after already firing head coach Tom Thibodeau. With Towns’ future hanging in the balance, he fell […]

The Dallas Mavericks are technically on the clock after winning the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. It’s widely expected for the front office to select Duke Blue Devils star Cooper Flagg with that pick. Many fans cried foul, however, after Dallas won the first pick overall. On Wednesday, NBA Commissioner Adam […]

The Minnesota Twins destroyed the Athletics on Tuesday, earning an impressive 10-3 win with Pablo Lopez starting on the mound. However, the victory came at a cost, as Lopez exited early after experiencing discomfort in his shoulder. The following day, the club received some bad news about one of its best pitchers. Reports indicate that […]

The Indiana Pacers are due to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday. Indiana flew into OKC on Tuesday, though, and experienced a scary situation in the air due to a tornado warning near the airport. Luckily, the team plane was able to land safely. Initial reports […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ OTA sessions are underway, and it appears the club is already experiencing injury woes at the beginning of the summer. Tight end Donald Parham Jr. went down with a serious injury, and it could jeopardize his season. Reports indicate that Parham suffered a torn Achilles during the Steelers’ practice on Tuesday, according […]

The San Francisco Giants are set to take on the San Diego Padres in what should be a fun NL West matchup. However, San Francisco was forced to make a roster move after placing one of its relief pitchers on the injury list. Reports indicate that relief pitcher Jordan Hicks is being placed on the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers initially placed starting pitcher Tyler Glasnow on the 15-day injury list after he experienced shoulder discomfort in the team’s 9-2 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on April 27. On May 31, the club decided to move Glasnow to the 60-day IL, making the situation much more concerning than before. On Tuesday, […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are still likely finding ways to build the roster with OTAs underway. Of course, there’s the Aaron Rodgers speculation, and some believe the front office will pursue a wide receiver. However, new reports suggest the club is reaching back out to the Miami Dolphins for tight end Jonnu Smith. In late May, […]

The Baltimore Ravens’ offense brings serious speed to the table, as the team has one of the most prolific offenses in the league. Especially after the front office brought in Derrick Henry, who recently signed a two-year, $30 million contract extension. However, Henry dropped a bold claim about his speed when discussing teammate Lamar Jackson. […]

New Orleans Pelicans’ star forward Zion Williamson is facing legal trouble, as he’s in a lawsuit facing rape allegations. The organization has been quiet about the allegations so far; however, on Tuesday, team owner Gayle Benson broke her silence and addressed the situation. While talking with reporters of WWL-TV, an affiliate of CBS News based […]

New York Knicks general manager Leon Rose made the decision to fire Tom Thibodeau as head coach after the Indiana Pacers eliminated the Knicks from the playoffs this season. That move seemingly enraged ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith, as the famed analyst blasted Rose for his decision. Shortly after the Knicks released a printed statement from […]

The New York Knicks will begin searching for a new head coach after deciding to fire Tom Thibodeau. Despite leading New York to four playoff appearances in five seasons, the franchise believes it’s best to move on from Thibs. Even if the club is eating an insane amount of money in doing so. Reports indicate […]

The New York Knicks announced they’re firing Tom Thibodeau as head coach after the team’s Eastern Conference Finals elimination. With Thibodeau out, the front office will search for a new head coach amid ongoing trade rumors swirling as well. Shortly after the decision to move on from the 67-year-old coach, guard Josh Hart shared his […]

It’s been a rough go so far this season for the Boston Red Sox, when expectations were high before the start of the 2025 campaign. Unfortunately, the team hasn’t been hitting all that well and is playing well below standards. With the trade deadline approaching, a rival general manager gets rumors swirling after urging Boston […]

OTAs are officially underway for the New England Patriots, as the team prepares for the upcoming season with Mike Vrabel leading the way as head coach. Unfortunately, the team received some bad news on Tuesday after one of its star defenders suffered an injury. Reports indicate that Patriots’ linebacker fell to a calf injury on […]

The New York Knicks made big moves in the hopes of creating a championship-caliber roster. They fell short, however, after being eliminated in the Eastern Conference Finals by the Indiana Pacers in a 125-108 Game 6 loss. One of the big moves made by general manager Leon Rose was a trade for forward Mikal Bridges, […]

Nikola Jokic wasn’t always known as “Joker.” It’s a nickname that came to fruition once he got into the NBA. The Denver Nuggets star has never revealed exactly how he was given that nickname and hasn’t spoken much about it. On Monday, former NBA shooting guard Mike Miller revealed how “Joker” came to be. During […]

“Inside the NBA” is officially moving to ESPN and will air on the network at the start of the 2025-26 season. After airing on TNT for nearly 36 years, basketball fans have speculated what changes, if any, are going to be made to the popular show. On Monday, new reporting revealed new details for ESPN’s […]

The Utah Jazz ended the 2024-25 season with a league-worst 17-65 record. They entered the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery with the best odds to win the No. 1 pick overall. However, the club ended up dropping to the No. 5 pick instead. The team made a change to its front office, and it appears the […]

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley was announced as the cover athlete for the upcoming Madden 26 video game. Not long after the announcement was made, Barkley shared a message on social media about being on the cover of EA Sports’ upcoming title. The 28-year-old star posted about how honored he is to be on […]

Tight end Kyle Pitts has been involved in rumors lately, as there’s been speculation that the Atlanta Falcons may opt to trade him. It’s been nothing but speculation so far, but on Monday, one insider revealed what the organization is thinking about Pitts. Jeremy Fowler of ESPN claimed on the latest episode of “NFL on […]

The rumor mill is hot with the 2025 NBA Draft set to kick off in late June. Former Duke Blue Devils center Khaman Maluach has become an intriguing name as of late, as it sounds like several lottery teams are eyeing him as their potential pick. Rumors suggest that the 18-year-old prospect is locked in […]

The 2025 NBA Draft is around the corner, and the rumor mill is buzzing for several teams picking within the Top 10 of the draft. One intriguing prospect is rumored to be linked to the Houston Rockets, as the organization owns the No. 10 overall pick. The team owns the rights to the Phoenix Suns’ […]

The Colorado Rockies are on a generational run of being absolutely horrible. Not only are they in last place with a 9-50 record, but the team is also the first in MLB history to reach 50 losses before winning 10 games. This team is so bad that insider Jeff Passan called out the organization for […]

At 37 years old, it’s nearing the time for Stephen Curry to retire from playing in the NBA. It’s not entirely clear when he’ll decide to call it a career, but the Golden State Warriors’ point guard is already thinking about life after basketball. During an interview on CNBC Sports, Curry revealed that he wants […]

The New York Yankees are one of the hottest teams in baseball, with much of the attention on superstar slugger Aaron Judge. His prowess at the plate has been a monumental boost to the team’s offense over the years, and there’s no other team he’d rather play for. He made that clear while making a […]

New York Yankees star Jazz Chisholm Jr. has been on the injured list since suffering an oblique strain in late April. After spending some time on the IL, manager Aaron Boone revealed that Chisholm is inching ever closer to a return to the lineup. Boon claims that the 27-year-old infielder will play one more rehab […]

The Baltimore Orioles pulled off a 2-1 win over the Chicago White Sox on Friday, however, it came at the expense of first baseman Ryan Mountcastle going down with an injury. As a result, the club has already made the decision to call up top prospect Coby Mayo. Reports indicate that Mayo, who is 23 […]

The Baltimore Orioles took home a 2-1 win over the Chicago White Sox, and much of the thanks can be given to starting pitcher Zach Eflin. His performance on the mound gave exactly what the club needed to pull off its 20th win of the season. Eflin ended Friday’s contest with six strikes and a […]

Caitlin Clark has certainly lit up the sports world since debuting in college basketball. The spotlight has continued to follow her into the WNBA, where she now plays for the Indiana Fever. Her talent has generated more views than the league or women’s sports in general have ever received. All-time great hockey player Wayne Gretzky […]

Starting pitcher AJ Smith-Shawver was pulled early from the Atlanta Braves’ 5-4 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies in the first game of a doubleheader on Thursday after suffering an apparent elbow injury. It was announced on Friday that Smith-Shawver will now miss the rest of the season after his official injury was revealed. The 22-year-old […]

The Los Angeles Angels have been without Mike Trout since late April after placing him on the injured list with a knee injury. He’s finally due to return, and couldn’t help but share his excitement to get back on the field on Friday. Before officially returning to action for the Angels, the 33-year-old outfielder posted […]

Bryce Harper was forced to leave Tuesday’s 2-0 win over the Atlanta Braves early after taking a pitch to the elbow by starting pitcher Spencer Strider. Since then, the Philadelphia Phillies star hasn’t played, as he’s still working his way back from the injury. On Friday, he shared some comments about his elbow. The 32-year-old […]

The Indiana Fever’s 90-88 loss to the New York Liberty ended in controversy. Indiana had a chance to win the game in the final 10 seconds, but there were three plays that favored New York in the closing moments of the game. Caitlin Clark and head coach Stephanie White both voiced their displeasure with the […]

The San Francisco 49ers have officially made a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles. It’s a move that bolsters the defensive line for San Francisco to improve the pass rush alongside Nick Bosa and rookie Mykel Williams. Reports indicate that the 49ers traded for defensive end Bryce Huff from the Eagles, according to Adam Schefter of […]

Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. revealed earlier in May that he had been receiving death threats from fans after a poor performance. He claimed that individuals sent death threats aimed at his children. In a recent interview, he shared the heartbreaking conversation he had with his daughter about the situation. While discussing the subject […]

Caitlin Clark suffered a left quad strain injury that has her ruled out for at least two weeks. If that timeline is accurate, then she’ll be ready to go by the Indiana Fever’s June 7 matchup against the Chicago Sky. Until then, it appears Clark has found a new fun role with the team until […]

The College Football Playoff committee is currently undergoing conversations about potentially expanding the 12-team playoff format to 14 or 16 teams. Nothing is decided yet, but many expect the postseason to expand yet again after just moving from four teams to 12. With everything up in the air, SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey put some pressure […]