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The NBA Slam Dunk Contest rounded out Saturday’s festivities with a huge spectacle. Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant had to take notice at the impressive jams thrown down by San Antonio Spurs participant, and Rising Stars MVP Stephon Castle on the night. Castle, who ended up falling just shy of stopping Mac McClung from achieving […]

The tide may be turning for Villanova basketball’s Kyle Neptune, after leading the Wildcats to a 73-71 victory over St. John’s on Wednesday. Neptune received a warm sentiment from fans after the third-year head coach earned the win against the No. 9 team in the country, keeping the program’s pursuit of a NCAA Tournament bid […]

The Toronto Raptors are coming off a strong victory against the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night. They did so without their star newcomer in Brandon Ingram, who’s yet to make his debut since arriving to the Raptors in a trade with the New Orleans Pelicans. Ingram and the Raptors also agreed on a contract extension […]

The Buffalo Bills have been hit with a stern reality check from star running back James Cook. The former second-round draft pick enters the final year of his $5.83 million rookie contract with Buffalo. There are concerns that the franchise may not be able to retain him when NFL free agency begins in March. Cook, […]

The New York Knicks’ best-kept secret in Mitchell Robinson is working on a return to the frontcourt, but still doesn’t have a target date. The center has been sidelined for the entire season due to an ankle injury, is prepared to prove the critics wrong. “I’ve just been taking my time. I want to make […]

Legendary NBA broadcaster Hubie Brown is doing one final game before he bids farewell after a masterful career in the booth. The 91-year-old Brown continues to receive some incredible messages as Mike Breen joins him courtside. The ESPN and ABC broadcast of Sunday’s contest between the Philadelphia 76ers and Milwaukee Bucks provided a heartfelt tribute […]

Tyreek Hill is mending fences with the Miami Dolphins, and it appears that all is resolved. Hill, who was fed up by the conclusion of the team’s 8-9 campaign, requested a trade from the Dolphins in early January. A month later, and there has been a change of heart by the All-Pro wideout. Hill extended […]

There was a unique moment in the late stages of Arkansas basketball’s matchup against Alabama on Saturday. Head coach John Calipari, even with his team behind for most of the game, was impressed by the comeback effort from the Razorbacks, despite the 85-81 loss to the Crimson Tide. “The way we started the second half, […]

The Cleveland Browns and Myles Garrett have reached an impasse. The All-Pro defensive star requested a trade from the Browns on February 3, and it appears that tensions are rising as more days go by. Garrett has been enjoying the festivities in New Orleans ahead of Super Bowl 59 between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas […]

Following a lionhearted battle with cancer, legendary broadcaster Dick Vitale made his highly-anticipated return to the booth on Saturday night. Before Duke took on Clemson for an ACC showdown, the fans at Littlejohn Coliseum let Vitale know how much he’s been missed, (via ESPN on Instagram). Vitale received a heartfelt standing ovation, in what was […]

Kirk Cousins may need to start the 2025-26 NFL season on the bench, as the Atlanta Falcons continue to ponder how to move forward with the 36-year-old quarterback. The Falcons and Cousins haven’t communicated since the season ended in early January, per Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport of NFL.com. “Could Kirk Cousins be the highest-paid […]

Bill Belichick has added another familiar piece to his formidable North Carolina football staff for 2025. In what has been a busy, but productive offseason for the Tar Heels’ newly-hired head coach, he continues to push the program in a winning direction, bringing in one of his former New England Patriots players in All-Pro linebacker […]

As the countdown to Super Bowl 59 officially begins, NFL legend Joe Montana discussed Patrick Mahomes’ place in history if he leads the Kansas City Chiefs to victory against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. The two-time league MVP won his fifth AFC title with the Chiefs on January 26. Mahomes has an opportunity to tie […]

The excitement for Golden State Warriors fans will stretch all the way through NBA All-Star Weekend. The franchise will have four representatives at this year’s festivities beginning on Saturday, February 15 with Draymond Green and Moses Moody competing in the Kia Skills Challenge, followed by sharpshooter Buddy Hield in the 3-Point Contest and Steph Curry […]

The Cleveland Browns can continue their journey with Nick Chubb if they want. Ahead of 2025 NFL free agency, Chubb is set to enter the market after playing out the remainder of his three-year, $36 million contract extension from 2021. The four-time Pro Bowl running back was limited to eight appearances for the Browns last […]

The Philadelphia 76ers’ first showing of game action following a quiet trade deadline ended in a disheartening 125-112 loss to the Detroit Pistons. Despite the Big 3 of Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Paul George taking the floor together for the 11th time this season, the performance was subpar. Head coach Nick Nurse offers an […]

An unparalleled NBA trade deadline has come and gone, and the Golden State Warriors have locked down one of their best role players for the future. The team has converted two-way 7-foot center Quinten Post to a two-year standard NBA contract, George Roussakis and Mark Bartelstein of Priority Sports told ESPN, per Shams Charania. Post, […]

The Philadelphia Eagles’ Super Bowl week panic may very well be in the rearview after the team’s recent update. Jalen Carter, who has been dealing with an illness, appears to be on track to play in Super Bowl 59. Carter is reportedly “feeling much better” and was a full participant in Thursday’s practice, per Jeff […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ backfield could return in 2025. The organization has the option to re-sign running back Najee Harris to a long-term contract, or let him walk in free agency. That appears to be the only way Pittsburgh can retain Harris, as the franchise tag won’t be used because of the high price tag ($13.6 […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder have waived veteran center Daniel Theis, after acquiring him in a trade with the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday, per Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints. As part of the deal, the Thunder sent cash considerations to the Pelicans for Theis and a 2031 second-round pick The move freed up space for the […]

Josh Allen showed up at the NFL Honors on Thursday with a serious purpose. The Buffalo Bills quarterback was named MVP for the first time in his seven-year career. Allen won the award over Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson in a close vote. With the MVP, Allen receives a $1.5 million bonus, per ESPN’s Adam […]

The Memphis Grizzlies didn’t have the most exciting NBA trade deadline, but they were able to make a necessary move to bolster the roster for the second half of the 2024-25 season. Marcus Smart was sent to the Washington Wizards in a three-team deal that brought Marvin Bagley III, Johnny Davis, a 2025 second-round pick […]

In the aftermath of Thursday’s NBA trade deadline, franchises across the league are finally taking a breather to assess all that has transpired in one of the most memorable and active deadlines in history. The Atlanta Hawks, who currently sit ninth in the Western Conference with a 23-28 record, made surprising decisions to tweak their […]

The Chicago Bulls have made serious plans for the future, as the NBA trade deadline winds down. Giannis Antetokounmpo has been a possible name on their list of targets despite his commitment to the Milwaukee Bucks. and star guard Damian Lillard. DeMarcus Cousins hopped on Thursday’s episode of Run It Back to discuss the two-time […]

Following a memorable 2024-25 season for Colorado football, the talks had spread like wildfire about head coach Deion Sanders potentially moving on to the NFL. While there was never a formal interview, the mutual interest between Sanders and the Dallas Cowboys was real, for a moment. The Cowboys eventually went down the internal path, hiring […]

The Memphis Grizzlies are gearing up for a serious postseason push, as the 2024-25 season moves along. Sitting No. 2 in the Western Conference at 35-16, they have some crucial decisions to make (or not make) ahead of Thursday’s NBA trade deadline at 3 PM ET. The Grizzlies certainly don’t want to disrupt the chemistry […]

Members of the Golden State Warriors franchise are still trying to process the events that took place on the eve of the NBA trade deadline. As part of a multi-team deal to acquire Jimmy Butler, the Warriors sent Andrew Wiggins to the Miami Heat. Wiggins was a fan favorite among Golden State fans, and is […]

The NBA trade deadline has not disappointed. In the wake of Wednesday’s massive Jimmy Butler trade to the Golden State Warriors, the remaining players involved in the deal are still awaiting their fate before 3 PM ET. As part of the multi-team trade, Dennis Schroder was sent to the Utah Jazz. Former teammate Andrew Wiggins […]

The Golden State Warriors have completed their star search ahead of the NBA trade deadline, acquiring Jimmy Butler in a blockbuster trade on Wednesday. Kevin Durant had previously been linked to a potential reunion this week, but things took a sudden turn, which shifted the Warriors’ attention to Butler. Durant’s lack of desire to return […]

The Kansas City Chiefs are coming off two-straight Super Bowl victories, but the vibes are certainly different this time around. As they prepare for battle against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Chiefs star defensive tackle Chris Jones addressed the Eagles’ offseason addition of Saquon Barkley. “Oh s**t…we are in trouble. The league is in trouble,” […]

As the Philadelphia Eagles move forward with the Super Bowl week festivities, Wednesday’s injury report has delivered a mix of good news, and concerning updates to monitor ahead of Sunday’s matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. The Eagles received limited practices from defensive lineman Jalen Carter (illness), running back Kenneth Gainwell (concussion/knee), defensive end Brandon […]

The Philadelphia Eagles suddenly have a situation to monitor with star defensive lineman Jalen Carter ahead of Super Bowl 59 against the Kansas City Chiefs. The two championship teams have been taking part in all of the traditional stages leading up to the big game. Carter (illness) missed his media availability on Wednesday, per Ian […]

As the Philadelphia Eagles continue to address the media before their Super Bowl 59 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs, members of the Eagles defense have reflected on the memorable campaign that they’ve had to be just one win away from the Lombardi Trophy. The defense, led by coordinator Vic Fangio, completely flipped the narrative […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ first appearance since Luka Doncic arrived to town has already presented an energy shift around the organization and its fanbase. During the Lakers’ matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday, the crowd at Intuit Dome wasted no time to locate the team’s new star player. Doncic was inactive with a […]

The Chicago Bulls have been busy with roster reconstruction as the NBA trade deadline inches closer. Ahead of the 3 PM ET on Thursday, the Bulls have a crucial decision to make on whether or not to keep Lonzo Ball. The Memphis Grizzlies and Minnesota Timberwolves are among the teams that could make a play […]

As the Los Angeles Lakers continue an exhilarating week, fans are ready to see their new star in Luka Doncic take the floor for the purple and gold. Doncic has been out with a calf injury that he suffered in December, but it appears that he’s working his way to a return. The Lakers have […]

The Charlotte Hornets might be taking some huge swings at the NBA trade deadline in an effort to improve their roster for the rest of the 2024-25 season. One player who has drawn interest from opposing franchises has been sixth-year forward Cody Martin. Ahead of Thursday’s 3 PM ET deadline, one of the latest developments […]

What kept the Detroit Lions from making a Super Bowl push clearly came from the defensive side of the football in the 2025 NFL playoffs. The Lions’ upset loss to the Washington Commanders in the NFC Divisional round will now fester until next season. While the Lions’ heartbreak will last all offseason, there could be […]

Ahead of National Signing Day, several of the top programs in the country are expected to make one final run at the remaining prospects in the recruiting pool. In a pivotal 2025 offseason for Penn State football, the program has the No. 14 class in the nation, and No. 4 in the Big Ten according […]