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The Cincinnati Bengals had no answer to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. Losing in a blowout, 37-17, the Bengals ended a two-game winning streak to pick up their fifth loss of the season. They did show signs of competition early on. The Bengals drew first blood in the opening quarter as Joe Burrow found Ja’Marr […]

“Unstoppable” is the most appropriate term to describe the Baltimore Ravens right now. The team just extended their winning streak to five games courtesy of their fiery hot offense. With Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry both poised for career-best seasons, other NFL squads don’t seem to have an answer for John Harbaugh’s unit. This weekend, […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves didn’t really have the statement season opener that many expected. Losing to the Los Angeles Lakers with a final score of 110-103, the Timberwolves found themselves playing catch-up the entire game. Somewhere along the line, they were even down by as much as 19 points. To make things more of a bummer […]

Fast-paced. That’s exactly how the Indiana Pacers love to play. Running the floor in transition, firing attempts early in the shot clock — their brand of basketball has resulted in quite a memorable 2023 season. As they embark on a quest for another big campaign, the Pacers return with the same core group of players, […]

Once news broke that DeMar DeRozan would be headed to California, all eyes were suddenly glued to the Sacramento Kings. …But it lasted for just a moment. The hype immediately died down, and the Kings once more returned to obscurity in terms of media and fan attention. It’s hard to blame people for sleeping on […]

For any Toronto Raptors fan, a return to the glory days would be the ultimate dream. Well, “glory year” is a more fitting term, since this is obviously referring to that one specific championship season. Ever since the Raptors reached the top of the mountain in 2019, things haven’t gone smoothly afterward. Making the playoffs […]

Preseason is underway for NBA teams. Stars are shaking off the summertime rust. Coaches are in the latter stages of roster evaluation. And of course, role players are doing their best to show out and earn rotation spots. It’s definitely a period of excitement for basketball fans, considering how close the actual season is. For […]

Things haven’t gone the Sacramento Kings’ way these past few days. After opening their preseason with a homecourt loss to the Golden State Warriors, the Kings went on the road and suffered another defeat to the Bay Area squad on Friday. It all leaves a bad taste in the mouths of Sacramento fans, considering all […]

Looking at the Milwaukee Bucks’ roster, the team will be entering another season with mostly the same core group. Some notable free agents were acquired in the offseason, but all in all, plenty of familiar faces still make up Giannis Antetokounmpo’s supporting cast. Besides the integration of the newcomers, the Bucks are certainly hoping that […]

It’s bound to be an interesting season for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Just when everyone thought that they’d run it back with the same core group, the team shocked the basketball community by trading away Karl-Anthony Towns. In return, Minnesota garnered the services of Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo, who are both set to play major […]

The Houston Texans returned to the win column as they edged out the Jacksonville Jaguars this past weekend. Capped off by CJ Stroud’s late TD pass, the Texans took home victory number three to further strengthen their hold on the AFC South. They’ll be in for a tough test this Sunday as Josh Allen and […]

Week 4’s game was a streakbreaker for the Buffalo Bills, who just suffered their first loss of the season. Unable to contain the Baltimore Ravens’ run attack, the Bills were on the receiving end of a blowout as the final score read 35-10. Derrick Henry ran for an 87-yard touchdown on the Ravens’ first offensive […]

It’s safe to say that Minnesota Timberwolves fans are still reeling from Friday’s trade. How could they not? Karl-Anthony Towns has been a franchise cornerstone for nearly a decade. While they could ease the pain by imagining what Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo would bring, seeing their beloved stretch five in the Big Apple will […]

The Milwaukee Bucks are surely looking forward to training camp. Coming off a season that ended in disappointment, the Bucks probably want nothing more than to get on the court and prepare for a revenge tour. For that revenge tour to go as planned, however, all the pieces of the puzzle need to fall into […]

The Kansas City Chiefs remain unscathed as they enter their Week 4 game with a 3-0 record. Despite a few setbacks — such as Isiah Pacheco’s fibula injury and Travis Kelce’s struggles — the Chiefs have found a way to put themselves atop the AFC West. They’ll be facing a divisional opponent this Sunday, namely, […]

Three weeks in and the Seattle Seahawks remain undefeated. Sitting atop the NFC West (3-0), the Seahawks extended their win percentage margin over division rivals with another victory this past Sunday. They blew out the Miami Dolphins, 24-3, in an effort that was primarily led by the defense and several offensive players. It wasn’t a […]

Entering the upcoming season, the Houston Rockets look like a squad that’s ready to end their playoff drought. They were close to an opportunity last year, finishing the regular season just behind the final play-in spot. While it was generally an up-and-down campaign, the Rockets had spurts of brilliance that showcased what they were capable […]

The Portland Trail Blazers are currently in a rebuild. A process that’s started since Damian Lillard was shipped off to Milwaukee, the team’s start from scratch hasn’t really been a pleasing sight from a spectator’s standpoint. The Blazers finished with a measly 21-61 record last season, putting them at the very bottom of the Western […]

Friday was heartbreaking for Nebraska football fans, to say the least. In a clash that went to overtime, the Cornhuskers were handed a 31-24 loss by Illinois in front of a sold-out Memorial Stadium. Final. pic.twitter.com/O9mb3ivyil — Nebraska Football (@HuskerFootball) September 21, 2024 Even if one weren’t there to watch, it wouldn’t be hard to […]

The Memphis Grizzlies’ 2023 season was forgetful. Very forgetful, in fact, if one were to look at it from a competitive standpoint, rather than a point of view that focuses on player development. With injuries occurring left and right, the Grizzlies’ three-year playoff steak ended as they found themselves near the bottom of the standings. […]

Change is always inevitable for NBA rosters. It comes in many different forms. From major occurrences like groundbreaking trades to minor adjustments such as rotation tweaks, teams constantly make changes with the goal of improvement in mind. Ideally, more activity transpires among teams in the middle and bottom of the pack, since of course, longer […]

It was an afternoon for revenge. On Sunday, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers came away with a 20-16 victory over the Detroit Lions, winning in a rematch that stemmed from last year’s Divisional Round. Rewinding back, just before that Divisional Round game this past January, the Lions were in the midst of a historic season, having […]

Oklahoma football has gotten off to an undefeated start in their inaugural SEC season. While they have yet to face an in-conference opponent, the Sooners are now 2-0, defeating non-SEC opponents during these past two weekends. On Saturday, they’re scheduled to face Tulane in hopes of further extending their winning streak. Their first game, in […]

Offense was the main theme for the Houston Texans this past Sunday. Scoring a total of three touchdowns, the Texans edged out the Indianapolis Colts, 29-27, to open their season with a victory. From Joe Mixon’s constant rushes to the CJ Stroud-Stefon Diggs connection, Houston gave the rest of the NFL a glimpse of what […]

For football fans living in the Emerald City, Week 1’s game was something to smile about. Defeating the Denver Broncos with a final score of 26-20, the Seattle Seahawks kicked off their season with a statement win this past Sunday (per the Seahawks’ official X account). The second half was key for Seattle. They had […]

Entering the season, not a lot was expected from the New England Patriots. With a new coach and plenty of rebuilding narratives swirling about, the Pats were predicted by many to have a season filled with heartbreak and growing pains. This also meant that the Cincinnati Bengals were favored to win in their Week 1 […]

The NFL season kicked off with fireworks, as seen in how the opening game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Kansas City Chiefs ended by a hair’s breadth — or a toe’s breadth, in this case. With fans already feeling the spirits of the football season, many are surely excited for the rest of the […]

After months of waiting, the NFL season is finally here! Week 1 will be filled with many exciting games, and one of them is an NFC South clash between the New Orleans Saints and the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. Many scenarios could happen during the game, and this article will be making a couple of […]

Two games in and Georgia Tech football has been performing in a way that makes their fans happy. The Yellow Jackets are currently 2-0, holding wins over fellow ACC member Florida State (Week 0) and nonconference opponent Georgia State (Week 1). Their offense has been in sync. With Haynes King leading the charge again, the […]

Not even a jampacked Kyle Field was enough for a win. Despite rallying cries from thousands of students and fans alike, the Texas A&M Aggies fell to the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in their season opener on Saturday. It wasn’t a high-scoring game. In fact, both teams struggled to find the endzone early on, with […]

The process of making an NFL team is never easy. With the exception of truly talented standouts and prospects, many hopefuls have to grind it out through the summer in hopes of a roster spot. Some get released, with their door of opportunity closing. Some get placed on the practice squad, waiting for the day […]

The Utah Jazz can be labeled as a “work in progress.” They’re not a playoff contender, no — it’s been that way since the team decided to move on from the likes of Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert. Missing the postseason for two straight seasons, growing pains seem to be a recurring theme in their […]

The final lineup is out. With the roster cut-down deadline having just passed, the Detroit Lions — like all the other teams — have officially revealed their 53-man squad (per Detroitlions.com’s Tim Twentyman). Of course, familiar faces will be leading the way once again. Jared Goff, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Aidan Hutchinson, and several other stars […]

Ask NBA fans which team turned heads last season and the Minnesota Timberwolves would likely come up as a frequent answer. Led by rising superstar Anthony Edwards, they made plenty of noise, piling up wins as a top contender in the West. Moreover, it was their playoff run that would really get the basketball world […]

The 2024-25 NBA schedules are out, so basketball fans can now mark their calendars for games they’d want to see. Some fans prefer to only watch marquee games, with powerhouse teams and their star-studded lineups taking center stage. Other fans, however, would rather follow their favorite teams throughout the season. This can be said for […]

As the Indiana Pacers prepare for the upcoming season, no significant roster tweaks have occurred. The team seems to be content with retaining last year’s core group, as emphasized by several major contract extensions. Not that there’s anything wrong with it — Indiana was a formidable contender last year. Entering the playoffs as a sixth […]

The Indiana Pacers just had one of their most memorable seasons as of late. Entering the playoffs as a sixth seed, the team managed to reach the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in a decade. They also ended a postseason drought that started in 2021, much to the delight of Indianapolis sports fans. […]

Notre Dame football has been blessed with winning seasons as of late. It’s been a while since they’ve finished below .500 — the last of such a record occurred in 2016. Since then, the victories have outweighed the losses, and the Fighting Irish fandom has more or less enjoyed the sight of their favorite team […]

If one were to ask Milwaukee Bucks fans about last season, many of them would probably refuse a prolonged discussion. It’s not hard to blame them either. Delving deep into the Bucks’ 2023 campaign means bringing up melancholic memories. From a momentum-halting coaching change to an early playoff exit, there’s nothing else that Bucks fans […]