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Whatever Luka Doncic and Devin Booker had for breakfast on Friday morning, they both might want to stick to that because at the moment, the two superstars are lighting up the court in their respective games. The Dallas Mavericks are currently playing the Atlanta Hawks while the Phoenix Suns are dueling with the Indiana Pacers. […]

Before his career in the NFL, Reggie Bush had a very decorated tenure with USC football. Two AP National Championships, an AP Player of the Year Award and a Heisman Trophy were some of his achievements back in college. And of course, playing for one of the most prestigious schools in Los Angeles, it’s no […]

Jamal Crawford is known by many for his crossovers and highlight plays. After all, that’s where he garnered his nickname, “J-Crossover”, from. However, even a flashy star such as Crawford at one point was in awe of the great Kobe Bryant. In an episode of Run It Back, the three-time Sixth Man of the Year […]

Heading into January 21’s Divisional Round game between the Buffalo Bills and the Kansas City Chiefs, all eyes were on Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes. After all, the main storyline revolving around the matchup touched on Mahomes playing his first-ever playoff outing on the road. Aside from the quarterbacks, Taylor Swift watching Travis Kelce was […]

Before Rhys Hoskins signed with the Milwaukee Brewers, he had a number of suitors, one of which included the San Francisco Giants. And so far, San Francisco’s bid to land stars hasn’t gone their way. Names such as Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, whom the team reportedly pursued, signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers this […]

If the NBA has Stephen Curry, then the WNBA has Sabrina Ionescu. Widely known for being the record holder of the Three-Point contest, the New York Liberty guard has established herself as one of the deadliest outside scorers in the WNBA today. Her Three-Point Contest feat surfaced last year, when she amassed a total of […]

This year, Jalen Brunson is arguably having his best career season. With averages of 26.5 points and 6.4 assists per game, his performance is one of the biggest reasons why the New York Knicks are fourth in the Eastern Conference at the moment. It’s also the reason why Knicks fans are upset right now. The […]

Right now, the New York Knicks are one of the more competitive teams in the Eastern Conference. Sitting at fourth place in the standings, the team is currently enjoying a five-game win streak. While many may attribute the Knicks’ current performance to Julius Randle and Jalen Brunson, other players away from the limelight are also […]

As spring training draws nearer, talks surrounding the Baltimore Orioles revolve around the team’s ongoing search for a starting pitcher. Coming off an impressive season, the Orioles look to continue where they left off. And to make sure that happens, Mike Elias and the front office are working to bolster their roster. Elias recently spoke […]

To most basketball fans who witnessed the NBA’s past two decades, hearing the nickname “Melo” automatically paints an imaginary picture of Carmelo Anthony in a Denver Nuggets or New York Knicks jersey pulling up for a jump shot over a defender. Known as one of the most prolific scorers the game has ever seen, Melo […]

Despite high-scoring nights from D’Angelo Russell and Anthony Davis, the Los Angeles Lakers fell to the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday, 127-116. Without the presence of LeBron James, the Lakers allowed Kawhi Leonard to record a triple-double for the Clippers. The purple and gold team was doing the chasing throughout the first half, entering the […]

With all the buzz surrounding Doc Rivers and the Milwaukee Bucks, fans are surely tensed up right now. From conflicting reports regarding his potential hiring to divided opinions on him as a replacement, not to mention Adrian Griffin’s recent firing, the Bucks are garnering a lot of attention at the moment. However, it’s been made […]

At the moment, one of the most talked about teams is the Milwaukee Bucks. With the recent firing of head coach Adrian Griffin, rumor has been going around that veteran coach Doc Rivers is set to be the team’s replacement. Amid the buzz, there were multiple conflicting reports going around. Some sources have claimed that […]

The New York Knicks are currently fifth in the Eastern Conference. With a 27-17 record, the team looks as if it’s headed to another postseason this year. Watching them play, two players usually stand out: Julius Randle and Jalen Brunson. And in the team’s most recent game against the Brooklyn Nets, both players showed what […]

Every year, when the Baseball Hall of Fame announces voting results, majority of those tuned in usually feel two things: happiness or sadness. The happiness stems when the player one roots for makes the 75% voting mark. The sadness, however, arises in sympathy for those tenured veterans who seem deserving but fall short of being […]

The Milwaukee Bucks made headlines on Tuesday when it was announced that the team would be parting ways with Adrian Griffin. The move comes as a surprise to many, considering how the first-year head coach has steered the Bucks to a 30-13 record — the second-best in the Eastern Conference. Regardless, now that the news […]

After much anticipation, the voting results for the Baseball Hall of Fame were finally released on Tuesday with three names making the cut: Adrian Beltre, Todd Helton and Joe Mauer. While all three, along with Jim Leyland, can now prepare their speeches for July, others were not so lucky. Specifically, two of the biggest snubs in […]

In every sport, there will always be stars who stood out among the rest of the playing field. Generation after generation, professionals come and go, but a select few legends are remembered as Hall of Famers whose legacies live on in record books and the memories of millions. After much anticipation, the votes are finally […]

On Monday, Karl-Anthony Towns had a historic game against the Charlotte Hornets, scoring a career-high 62 points on 21-of-35 shooting from the field, to go with 10 three-pointers. However, the Minnesota Timberwolves lost, spoiling Towns’ big night. To make matters worse, his scoring rampage may have been a distraction to the rest of the team…according […]

On Monday, the Phoenix Suns overcame the Chicago Bulls in a game that went down to the wire. Kevin Durant led the way for the Suns, finishing with 43 points and a game-winner with one second remaining in regulation. Asked about his game-sealing jump shot, Durant spoke about being calm and sticking to the game […]

On Monday, Joel Embiid played his best career game so far. In front of a cheering Wells Fargo Center, the Philadelphia 76ers center amassed a total of 70 points. Making 21 out of his 23 free throw attempts and grabbing 18 rebounds as well, Embiid made history in less than 37 minutes of play. What […]

As the February 8 trade deadline looms closer, NBA teams seem to have ramped up their ongoing deals and discussions. The Atlanta Hawks, specifically, are one of the most brought-up teams in terms of trade rumors. With names such as Dejounte Murray and Clint Capela reportedly available, the Hawks have garnered the interest of several […]

It looks like the Cleveland Browns are on the verge of adding a bit of Crimson Tide to their coaching staff. At the moment, the team is reportedly working to hire Tommy Rees as tight ends coach, and he’ll have a role in the overall development of the passing game, per the Athletic’s Zac Jackson. […]

It was another playoff heartbreak for the Buffalo Bills. In a tightly fought clash that went down to the wire, the Bills succumbed to the Kansas City Chiefs, 27-24. After the game, head coach Sean McDermott spoke to the media and shouldered the blame for the loss. “It all starts with me,” McDermott said, per […]

Entering their Sunday Divisional Round game, the storyline for the Kansas City Chiefs revolved around Patrick Mahomes playing his first-ever playoff road game. Despite the superstar’s achievements, questions were still raised on whether Mahomes could handle the postseason pressure away from home. Once again, the two-time Most Valuable Player proved the doubters wrong. Mahomes and […]

Whenever the Kansas City Chiefs face the Buffalo Bills, the lights shine the brightest on both team’s quarterbacks — and for good reason. A Patrick Mahomes – Josh Allen duel is a show that would entertain any football fan. And this past Sunday, both men did not disappoint. Mahomes got the upper hand, tallying two […]

In a thrilling back-and-forth game, the Buffalo Bills fell short against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, 27-24. Eliminated from the playoffs in front of thousands of supporters, the Bills players are currently reeling from the loss. Quarterback Josh Allen, in particular, felt that the season was a “failure.” Speaking to the media, Allen spoke […]

Prior to the Philadelphia Eagles’ elimination last week at the hands of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, drama had already surrounded the team. Sometime during the latter part of the regular season, Patricia became the de facto defensive coordinator of the Eagles, replacing Sean Desai as the one in charge of play-calling duties. Despite this, Patricia […]

The Toronto Raptors made headlines recently when they traded star forward Pascal Siakam away to the Indiana Pacers. One of the players the Raptors received in return was forward Bruce Brown. Known for being a key player during the Denver Nuggets’ championship run, Brown may now be a potential trade asset for the Raptors, despite […]

On Sunday, Real Madrid faced Almeria in a La Liga thriller that saw the former emerging victorious courtesy of a second-half comeback. Behind Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Junior and Dani Carvajal, Madrid rallied to win, 3-2, in a match marred by postgame drama. Following the outing, multiple Almeria players claimed that the referees were in favor […]

Devin Booker put on a scoring clinic in the Smoothie King Center on Friday when the Phoenix Suns overcame the New Orleans Pelicans. In front of his family, the guard scored 52 points on 18-of-30 shooting from the field. Booker also swished six triples and made all 10 of his attempts from the charity stripe. […]

When an NBA franchise retires someone’s jersey, it automatically means that person has created an impact on the organization that can be felt for a very long time. Throughout the years, players whose names are synonymous with their teams have been bestowed the honor of making sure their numbers aren’t worn by anyone ever again. […]

Devin Booker is known by many for his scoring prowess. Boasting a smooth shooting form, an ability to finish at the rim and tons of moves for shot creation, Booker can be described as a complete offensive player. Rising to fame for his 70-point game back in 2017, the Phoenix Suns superstar has given fans nights full […]

It’s no secret that soccer is the most popular sport in Latin America. Called “futbol” by plenty, the sport transcends cultural boundaries not just within Latin America, but the entire world as well. Unsurprisingly, the biggest soccer athletes have fans and followers by the millions. Take Lionel Messi for example. Dubbed by many as the […]

If one asks any professional athlete, he would most likely agree that having good chemistry is essential for the overall performance of a team. No matter what sport, if the individual players have a close-knit bond with each other, the results tend to be very positive. Take the Oklahoma City Thunder for example. Despite being […]

Just moments after the conclusion of the Philadelphia Eagles’ Wild Card loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Jason Kelce was seen holding back tears. One of the most loved Eagles players among the team’s fandom, fans were left emotional seeing the center in a state of sorrow. What made the moment even more heartbreaking was […]

The Los Angeles Rams’ season ended with a Wild Card elimination at the hands of the Detroit Lions. A failure to clinch the lead late in the fourth added to a Tyler Higbee ACL injury were arguably two of the most heartbreaking moments the team endured this past Sunday. Now, general manager Les Snead and […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder are on a roll this year. With a 28-13 record, the team now sits in second place in the Western Conference. While all the lights shine brightly on their young superstar, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, another player has slowly been turning heads: Jalen Williams On Thursday, Williams finished with 27 points and eight […]

Looking at a 6-foot-11, 279-pound center like Andre Drummond, one would imagine that he holds a nickname that might put fear in the heart of opposing big men. It could be a moniker that stems from his imposing frame, or maybe his rebounding prowess. However, that isn’t the case. Interestingly, the Chicago Bulls big man […]