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At the beginning of the 2023 season, Mecole Hardman was with the New York Jets. The wideout signed with New York during the previous offseason after several years with the Kansas City Chiefs. While representing the Big Apple, Hardman predicted that he would be defeating the San Francisco 49ers as a member of the Jets, […]

The San Francisco 49ers have just lost in heartbreaking fashion to the Kansas City Chiefs. In overtime, the Chiefs converted a final touchdown with three seconds left to seal the victory. Still, the 49ers put up a fight, with multiple players garnering points on their end. One of them was former Michigan football placekicker Jake […]

Besides the football, plenty of fans also tune in to the Super Bowl to watch the highly-anticipated halftime show. Every year, the NFL brings in Hollywood’s biggest music stars for star-studded live performances. It was Usher’s turn to be given the spotlight, as the R&B star performed several of his biggest hits from the past […]

Super Bowl LVIII is currently ongoing and so far, the San Francisco 49ers are up. Following a field goal from Jake Moody, the 49ers ran a trick play that saw the ball go from Brock Purdy to Jauan Jennings and then to Christian McCaffrey for the touchdown. While the Kansas City Chiefs managed a field […]

For American sports fans, the Super Bowl will always be one of the most anticipated events annually. Year after year, whatever stadium the big dance is held in gets sold out immediately. Of course, a Super Bowl wouldn’t be complete without athletes, celebrities and other big names in attendance. It looks like this season would […]

The Super Bowl is just moments away and right now, many big names are arriving at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. From celebrities to media personalities, this season’s finale has the entire country watching. Of course, the players’ families also showed up in support of their kin. Donna Kelce in particular, arrived at the […]

The Los Angeles Lakers managed to carve out a win on Friday night behind big games from each member of the starting five. With no more trade speculations, it looks like the team is now fully focused on these final two months of regular season action. Still, there may be one more potential transaction left […]

On Thursday, the Milwaukee Bucks overwhelmed the Charlotte Hornets, 120-84. It was a one-sided beatdown. Milwaukee took control the entire night, leading by as much as 42 at one point. With the game already decided early in the fourth, Doc Rivers opted to give minutes to many of his reserves, one of whom was Thanasis […]

The NBA trade deadline had finally come to pass on Thursday, marking an end to players being shipped from one team to another. Still, this doesn’t mean that organizations have no more room for transactions. Right now, there are still a number of players in the buyout market that could be of use to any […]

The 13th annual NFL Honors concluded on Thursday with the season’s winners being named after months of speculation. Of course, in every major awarding ceremony, there will be fans who approve of the awardees, while others would argue and make a case for losing finalists. This year was no different. One category that caused plenty […]

In recent years, many NBA personalities, past and present, have been sharing their personal stories about the late Kobe Bryant. One of the greatest names in the sport, Bryant leaves behind a legacy that never ceases to put both players and fans in awe. This is precisely why a good deal of heartwarming tales about […]

There are over two months of regular season games left, and Dallas Mavericks fans are eager to see how the team will fare. Prior to the trade deadline, the Mavericks were able to acquire Charlotte Hornets forward PJ Washington and Washington Wizards center Daniel Gafford, bolstering their frontline. Now, both big men could possibly make […]

In an age where big men acquiring guard skills becomes more common, the NBA has seen its fair share of unicorns in recent years — seven-foot giants who can comfortably bring the ball down and create their own shots with moves akin to that of a ball-handler. Just take a look at Victor Wembanyama for […]

Looking at the Los Angeles Lakers’ season so far, it’s been an up-and-down experience. There are moments when the Lakers manage to pile up the wins, going on small streaks of momentum from time to time. On the other hand, the losses also surface frequently, as if in reaction to the wins. The result? A […]

After months of anticipation, the NBA trade deadline had finally come to pass. As expected, a number of teams were able to take part in last-minute deals before the window closed. However, some organizations, such as the Los Angeles Lakers, chose to sit out the deadline, despite rumors continuously circulating around them. For months, the […]

The Dallas Mavericks recently made last-minute deals before the trade deadline hit on February 8. By acquiring big man Daniel Gafford and forward PJ Washington, the Mavs will be finishing the season with a much-bolstered frontline. However, by sending away three players in total, Dallas has one more roster spot available. And following the team’s […]

During the 13th annual NFL Honors on Thursday, the league made an announcement that would make any Cleveland Browns fan smile. For the second time in four seasons, head coach Kevin Stefanski has been named AP Coach of the Year. .@Browns HC Kevin Stefanski is your 2023 Coach of the Year! @verizon | #NFLHonors pic.twitter.com/D5Cd40EcBQ […]

In a ceremony commemorating Kobe Bryant, the Los Angeles Lakers unveiled a statue of the Mamba outside the Crypto.com Arena on Thursday. The statue, standing 19 feet tall, shows Bryant pointing up to the sky while wearing his number eight jersey — the number he wore from his rookie year until the 2005-06 season. Sculpted […]

The Charlotte Hornets have been doing plenty of roster revamping as of late. Prior to the February 8 deadline, the team made multiple trades, including last-minute deals involving PJ Washington and Gordon Hayward. With five new players coming in from those two transactions alone, the Hornets need to let go of some names. And right […]

The NBA trade deadline is finally over and throughout the day, multiple teams have made last-minute deals. The Chicago Bulls weren’t part of the fray, however. Despite plenty of rumors heading into February 8, the Bulls once again sat out the deadline, marking their third straight year of doing so. Talks primarily revolved around Zach […]

Nebraska football’s 2023 season may not have gone their way, but at least the team has plenty to look forward to this year. Aside from incoming transferees and highly-touted recruits such as Dylan Raiola, the Cornhuskers will be able to fully utilize the school’s new football administrative building this coming August. Valued at $165 million, […]

Following a heartbreaking College Football Playoff exit last month, Steve Sarkisian and Texas football are looking to start a new chapter in the SEC this 2024. Good news had recently favored the team in the form of Quinn Ewers’ decision to return to the Longhorns. In addition, the team has been able to land other transferees […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves have proven that they’re one of the Western Conference’s top contenders this year. Sitting in third place with a 35-16 record, the team continues its fight for the number one seed with a little over two months remaining in the regular season. Still, their overall performance hasn’t stopped them from exploring available […]

The Indiana Pacers carved out a 132-129 win over the Houston Rockets on Tuesday. Led by Pascal Siakam, the Pacers increase their momentum as they win their second game in a row. Still, one of the lingering storylines surrounding the team revolves around Tyrese Haliburton’s injury. Missing 10 games in January due to a hamstring […]

Gabby Douglas is back in action. In a recent announcement, the gymnast revealed that she will be returning to high-level competition this February. Welcome back, Gabby!@gabrielledoug has announced on @NBCNews that she will make her return to elite competition on February 24 at this year’s #WinterCup in Louisville! Don’t wait, get your tickets now! ➡️ […]

Houston Astros fans are in a state of bliss at the moment. The team recently announced that their star second baseman, Jose Altuve, would be signing a 5-year, $125 million extension moving forward. To make matters even more heartwarming for the team’s followers, Houston’s official X (Twitter) account posted a picture of the two-time World […]

The Milwaukee Bucks recently made headlines when they hired Doc Rivers as head coach. While the team is currently adjusting under a new system, this hasn’t stopped the management from scouring the waters of the trade market. Rumor has it that the Bucks have shown a level of interest in Brooklyn Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith, […]

With all the offseason coaching changes taking place around the NFL, teams are already preparing for next season. Throughout the league, head coaches, coordinators and other various positions are being reshuffled as many organizations eye a fresh start in 2024. One well-known name, however, wasn’t able to sign with any team: Bill Belichick. Dubbed by […]

The NBA All-Star Weekend is a little less than two minutes away and many are excited. Aside from the usual events such as the Slam Dunk Contest, Three-Point Contest and the All-Star Game itself, fans are eager to witness the scheduled shootout between Stephen Curry and Sabrina Ionescu. The showdown between the two was announced […]

For a renowned shooter like Klay Thompson, sitting out the closing minutes of a game must feel different than what he’s normally used to. Unfortunately for him, that’s what happened on Monday night. The Golden State Warriors won against the Brooklyn Nets, but Thompson was nowhere to be seen down the stretch. In the locker […]

Super Bowl Opening Night kicked off once again, this time with the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers taking center stage in Las Vegas. Starting the league’s biggest week with media interviews, Opening Night gave prominent figures from both teams a chance to answer questions leading up to the main event itself. One […]

The Charlotte Hornets are one of the most talked about squads heading into the trade deadline. Multiple rumors have been swirling around involving a number of the team’s key players, one of whom is none other than Miles Bridges. The high-flying forward’s 21.3 points and 7.2 rebounds per game shows exactly what he brings to […]

The NFL is officially headed to South America. In the league’s first-ever game in Sao Paulo, Brazil, the Philadelphia Eagles will be taking on an opponent that has yet to be revealed during Week 1 of the 2024 season. The Eagles are the designated home team, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Making a decision to play […]

The Houston Rockets had recently undergone a trade involving Steven Adams and Victor Oladipo. While it may seem that the team is laying low for now with the deadline just days away, anything can still happen. The Rockets, despite their young core, are 11th in the Western Conference with a below .500 record (23-26). At […]

The NBA trade deadline is just three days away and so far, the Charlotte Hornets have pulled off one major deal involving the Miami Heat. Acquiring an aging Kyle Lowry and a future draft pick in exchange for Terry Rozier, the Hornets seem to be in full rebuild mode with their season down the drain. […]

Stephen Curry had one heck of a Saturday night. Sinking 10 three-pointers, the two-time MVP scored 60 points. There was only one problem: the Golden State Warriors lost. Speaking on his podcast, Warriors forward Draymond Green lamented how frustrating it was to come out on the losing end of their most recent outing. “(It’s) very […]

The Denver Nuggets are having a steady season so far. Sitting in fourth place in the Western Conference with a 35-16 record and winning seven out of their last 10 games, the Nuggets look poised to make another playoff appearance. Still, rumor has it that the team is taking interest in available trade options just […]

The NBA All-Star game promises plenty of things, and topping that list is a multitude of highlight plays. From jaw-dropping dunks to long three-pointers and fancy dribbling moves, fans have plenty to look out for in two weeks’ time. Additionally, the last thing spectators might expect to see in a clash between franchise players would […]

Sunday night was an emotional one for Boston Celtics fans. A slated matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies only meant one thing: Marcus Smart was returning to the TD Garden. Dubbed by many as the heart and soul of the Celtics, Smart donned the green and white for nine seasons before being traded to the Grizzlies. […]