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Former Kentucky basketball standout Reed Sheppard is projected to be a top pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. Sheppard’s excellent 3-and-D ability has earned him high praise, but something else has caught the eye of Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George. George made a big Dunk Contest proposition for Sheppard after the guard showed his […]

The NBA has seen some stellar back-court duos spanning many generations. As someone who has covered basketball for over 20 years, Stephen A. Smith knows a thing or two about all-time guard pairings. The analyst provided his top-five rankings, and while Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving were on the list, he named several other greats […]

Legendary basketball figure Bill Walton passed away at the age of 71 on Monday. Walton had an incredible collegiate and professional tenure, with the UCLA basketball team and the Portland Trail Blazers being two of his major stops. Moreover, fellow NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar penned a heartfelt goodbye message to Walton after news of his […]

The Washington Wizards are strengthening their team after a subpar 2023-24 season. Washington approaches a pivotal NBA Draft in June, where they look to increase their talent. Moreover, the team is looking for its next head coach after parting ways with Wes Unseld Jr. Former assistant-turned-interim coach Brian Keefe has an intriguing chance to land […]

Former USC basketball guard Bronny James aspires to start his professional tenure during the summer of 2024. James entered the 2024 NBA Draft after one college season, and his Combine performance only increased his stock. Moreover, the star guard has an intriguing landing spot projection that might excite Los Angeles Clippers fans. The 2024 NBA […]

The Kentucky basketball program is going through a challenging transition ahead of the 2024-25 season. The Wildcats lost longtime head coach John Calipari to fellow SEC basketball foe Arkansas. As a result, Kentucky is experiencing significant recruitment migration, with one of the latest developments being former five-star DJ Wagner. Wagner is following Calipari and has […]

Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley have had several entertaining moments on TNT’s Inside the NBA. The 2024 NBA Playoffs are causing the two hosts to have intense conversations, including a key one after the Minnesota Timberwolves’ Game 3 loss to the Dallas Mavericks. Shaq recalled some of his career playoff sweeps and clapped back at […]

CHICAGO — The Chicago Sky made their home debut against the Connecticut Sun at Wintrust Arena Saturday night. After a hard-fought battle, the Sky lost 86-82. Marina Mabrey and Angel Reese had another consistent showing. However, Alyssa Thomas and the Sun created a physical battle that gave Chicago some wounds and provided valuable lessons. The […]

The Chicago Sky are building momentum early on in the 2024 WNBA season. Chicago has won two straight games since their debut loss against the Dallas Wings on May 15th. Head coach Teresa Weatherspoon is doing all she can to put the Sky in a position to win. She spoke on how Angel Reese and […]

The Chicago White Sox have had a challenging start to the 2024 season. Chicago possesses a 15-37 record, which places them last in the AL Central. Moreover, designated hitter Eloy Jimenez is battling some untimely injury woes. Jimenez revealed his frustration with his latest setback to reporters on Saturday. “We have so many questions that […]

The Golden State Warriors had a disappointing end to their 2023-24 campaign. Draymond Green had some mixed moments during the season but looks to return strong for the team in 2024-25. Moreover, Green made a bold claim on Undisputed host Skip Bayless amid his lengthy tenure of criticizing Lakers star LeBron James. Green revealed his […]

The New York Knicks had an impressive 2023-24 season off the leadership of star point guard Jalen Brunson. Brunson’s stellar efforts earned him his first All-NBA honor. Esteemed Knicks supporter and NBA Analyst Stephen A Smith dropped a big claim on Brunson’s All-NBA status, shockingly dragging Mavericks guard Luka Doncic into the mix. Many predicted […]

Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese has had a solid start to her WNBA campaign. After assisting the Sky to two straight wins, Reese is preparing to make her home debut at Wintrust Arena on Saturday night. The former LSU star has had great things to say about the city of Chicago so far, except for […]

Former LSU women’s basketball star Angel Reese has had a promising start to her professional career. The Chicago Sky selected Reese with the seventh overall pick in the 2024 draft. A woman of several business endeavors, Reese had no problem transitioning to the WNBA pay scale. Moreover, the star forward revealed eye-opening insight that might […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a mixed bag of injuries early on despite their strong start to the 2024 MLB season. The latest player to join the injury report is veteran third baseman Max Muncy. Muncy is recovering from a right oblique strain and was set to revamp his activity. Dave Roberts originally said Muncy […]

The New York Liberty have had a strong start to the 2024 season under the leadership of two-time WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart. Stewart has had an impressive run during her seven-year career. Moreover, the star forward provided an annual WNBA Mount Rushmore list that includes the likes of greats like Candace Parker, and even Stewart […]

After an admirable two-year tenure from longtime head coach Rick Bowness, the Winnipeg Jets have found their new team leader. The Jets are promoting associate and former Washington Capitals coach Scott Arniel to the head position, per Darren Dreger. Winnipeg conducted interviews with top candidates. Yet, Arniel was considered the frontrunner. He is well-respected by […]

The Denver Nuggets had a tough end to their run in the 2024 NBA Playoffs. The Nuggets lost their Western Conference semifinal matchup to the Minnesota Timberwolves in seven games. Michael Porter Jr.’s offensive regression had him taking the blame for Denver’s early exit. However, head coach Michael Malone adamantly defended Porter. Porter averaged 10.7 […]

NEW YORK — The Chicago Sky got their second win of the 2024 WNBA season after an impressive performance against Breanna Stewart and the undefeated New Liberty on Thursday night. Chicago’s 90-81 victory came off a stout two-way attack fueled by key intangibles that were highlighted by starting guard Marina Mabrey and her teammates. Mabrey […]

The Chicago Cubs are having a strong start to the 2024 season, and it is partially thanks to the efforts of first-year Major League pitcher Shota Imanaga. Imanaga has had a historical start to his Cubs tenure, but he is making news off the diamond as well. Imanaga joined the Pat McAfee Show to reveal […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves took a tough 108-105 Game 1 loss to the Dallas Mavericks in the Western Conference Finals. One of the most pivotal plays of the game was Karl-Anthony Towns’ basketball interference call during the last two minutes. The NBA Replay Center used some intriguing technology to prove that Towns’ interference was the right […]

The Colorado Avalanche are recovering from a tough finish in the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Avalanche lost their second-round matchup to the Dallas Stars in six games. Moreover, right wing Valeri Nichushkin was suspended for six months in mid-May due to a failed drug test. Yet, General Manager Chris MacFarland provided optimism for Nichushkin’s […]

Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks started their Western Conference Finals matchup with a bang. The Mavericks beat Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves 108-105 in Game 1 of what looks to be an intense series. The Mavs’ victory has landed them some intriguing betting odds to win the entire matchup. With odds of -164, […]

On May 17th, World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler was arrested shortly before taking up his second round in the 2024 PGA Tour Championship. The star golfer appeared to drive past a traffic jam outside Valhalla Golf Club, which sparked an altercation between him and a police officer. Fellow Tour star Xander Schauffele comically revealed how […]

The Chicago Sky are amid an exciting new era as they start the 2024 WNBA season. After dropping their first game against the Dallas Wings, Chicago won their second Week 1 rematch for their first win of the season. Furthermore, the Sky are making their home debut at Wintrust Arena on May 25th against the […]

The All-NBA teams were announced on Wednesday night, and Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo was left off all three tiers. Although the star center was named to the All-Defensive 1st team, he was seemingly upset about missing the former honor. Adebayo used former Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton to make an intriguing point. When Adebayo […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have had a strong start to the 2024 MLB season despite being hit by a multitude of injuries. Several Dodgers pitchers including Walker Buehler, Emmet Sheehan, and Clayton Kershaw have all been greatly affected by throwing ailments. Nevertheless, Kershaw’s recovery update will have LA fans excited. Kershaw’s rehab process from his […]

After parting ways with Lindy Ruff, the New Jersey Devils have found their next head coach. The Devils have reportedly agreed on a four-year deal to make Sheldon Keefe their new team leader, per TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger. Keefe looks to help elevate New Jersey after a subpar 2023-24 season. Sheldon Keefe is coming […]

The Baltimore Ravens are reloading after a successful 2023-24 season. Baltimore is returning many stout contributors, including the reigning NFL MVP. Lamar Jackson is attacking offseason training with a purpose and is turning heads with his impressive weight loss. Jackson was spotted with a slimmer physique during the Ravens’ early-summer training activities, as shown by […]

The Boston Celtics have started their final Eastern Conference matchup of the 2024 NBA Playoffs. The Celtics are taking on the Indiana Pacers in the conference finals. Indiana possesses stout role-player depth but so does Boston. Former Celtics player Eddie House revealed who Boston’s prized contributor is, and his name is not Jaylen Brown and […]

The San Francisco 49ers are reloading their roster after advancing to Super Bowl 58. Most notably, San Francisco has an important Brandon Aiyuk contract decision to make. Aiyuk is seeking an extension during the 2024 offseason, and his negotiation tactics are spilling into the 49ers’ early summer team activities. Brandon Aiyuk was not present for […]

Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese is starting her WNBA career with a bang. Reese put on a solid performance against the Dallas Wings on May 18th and helped the Sky to their first win of the 2024 season. Moreover, Reese is crossing over into the soccer universe with a move on a Washington D.C.-based club. […]

DEERFIELD, IL — The Chicago Sky are starting Week 2 of their 2024 season campaign. Chicago added some stout upgrades during the 2024 WNBA Draft, highlighted by Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso, the latter of whom missed the start of the season due to a shoulder injury. Nevertheless, head coach Teresa Weatherspoon gave a promising […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are having a strong start to the 2024 MLB season after adding Shohei Ohtani and retaining a host of stout contributors. Los Angeles is 32-17 and sits atop the NL West standings. Nevertheless, the team was hit with a harsh Emmet Sheehan elbow injury. Sheena revealed his painfully real thoughts on […]

The Indiana Fever’s early-season woes continued on Monday night against Alyssa Thomas and the Connecticut Sun. The Fever lost 88-84 after holding a three-point advantage at halftime. Moreover, rookie guard Caitlin Clark got frustrated late in the game after a few calls did not go her way. Clark shared some not-so-nice words with an official […]

The Toledo football program had a strong showing during the 2023-24 season. The Rockets finished with an 11-3 record and earned a trip to the Barstools Sports Arizona Bowl. Before that, the team shook up the coaching staff when they terminated Craig Kuligowski in January of 2023. Over a year later, Kuligowski has decided to […]

The Indiana Fever are trying to get their first win of the 2024 WNBA season against the Connecticut Sun. Indiana held a 44-41 advantage at halftime, but not before being hit with a Caitlin Clark injury scare. Clark attempted to navigate around one of Connecticut’s screens, lost her footing, and fell to the ground clutching […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Denver Nuggets in seven games to advance to the Western Conference Finals. However, the series did not come without drama. Minnesota center Rudy Gobert performed a money sign gesture to officials in Game 4, which caused him a big fine. NBA referee Scott Foster gave his thoughts on Gobert’s gesture […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are going to the Western Conference Finals after beating the Denver Nuggets 98-90 in an intense Game 7 matchup. Anthony Edwards solidly contributed to the team and had a hilarious interaction with Charles Barkley after the game. That reaction is reportedly being used as a Minnesota tourism lure. Edwards joined Charles Barkley […]