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Victor Wembanyama’s latest evolution might be the most alarming development for the rest of the NBA. The San Antonio Spurs star has stopped trying to play like a seven-foot-five sharpshooter and has instead started playing like a dominant big man who understands just how unstoppable Wembanyama can be inside. During the preseason, Wembanyama has traded […]

The Toronto Tempo is closing in on naming their first head coach, and all signs point toward Sandy Brondello being their top target. Despite strong competition from the Seattle Storm and Dallas Wings, the Tempo appear focused on bringing in one of the WNBA’s most accomplished coaches to lead their expansion franchise. Brondello’s name carries […]

As the Arkansas Razorbacks search for a new head football coach following the departure of Sam Pittman, one familiar NFL name has entered the conversation. Former Super Bowl champion and longtime NFL coach Jon Gruden has been linked to the Razorbacks, with reports suggesting he has shown genuine interest in the opening. Gruden, who last […]

Former Golden State Warriors general manager Bob Myers is leaving his position as an ESPN basketball analyst to become president of sports for Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment. The move marks a return to sports management for the two-time NBA Executive of the Year who helped architect one of the most successful dynasties in league […]

The Cincinnati Bengals have placed tight end Mike Gesicki on injured reserve after he suffered a pectoral injury during the team’s recent loss to the Green Bay Packers, forcing him to miss at least four games. The move by Cincinnati leaves fantasy football managers scrambling for alternatives at one of the most volatile positions in […]

Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr has coached against legends and guided Team USA through championship runs. Yet when he recalls facing Cooper Flagg during a scrimmage in Las Vegas last summer, his words reflect awe rather than routine analysis. “I just remember the force you felt,” Kerr told ESPN. “You immediately felt him. It […]

The San Francisco 49ers’ defense, already reeling from the loss of 49ers star edge rusher Nick Bosa to a torn ACL, took another devastating hit with San Francisco All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner suffering a season-ending ankle injury. In the wake of those setbacks, ESPN insiders Jeremy Fowler and Dan Graziano believe the 49ers could become […]

The Philadelphia Eagles find themselves in familiar territory. After a hot start and another sluggish offensive outing in a 34-17 loss to the New York Giants, the Eagles are facing renewed questions about Philadelphia’s offensive identity and play-calling under first-year coordinator Kevin Patullo. The frustration has started to boil over inside the locker room. Right […]

Concern is mounting inside the Philadelphia Eagles’ locker room. Several players privately admitted that the current struggles feel uncomfortably similar to Philadelphia’s 2023 meltdown. During an ESPN roundtable, reporters Jeremy Fowler and Dan Graziano shared that some Eagles players have expressed growing unease about the team’s offensive direction and energy. Fowler said one player described […]

Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin is steadily progressing in his recovery from a quadriceps injury. In fact, he could be on track to return in time for a divisional matchup against the Dallas Cowboys, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. McLaurin will miss his third straight game as he continues rehabilitation. But his recovery […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars might not be finished reshaping their roster. After the Jaguars traded cornerback Tyson Campbell to the Cleveland Browns for Greg Newsome II, general manager James Gladstone indicated that the team could make more moves before the trade deadline to strengthen its defense. Jacksonville’s early success under head coach Liam Coen has turned […]

The Cincinnati Bengals’ aggressive search for quarterback help spanned far and wide before the Bengals ultimately acquired veteran Joe Flacco from the Cleveland Browns. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Bengals contacted nearly every team with three quarterbacks or a viable practice-squad option as part of an “exhaustive” effort to stabilize the position. The […]

The chances of Martin Necas remaining with the Colorado Avalanche beyond this season appear increasingly slim. The winger, who was acquired in the blockbuster trade that sent Mikko Rantanen to Carolina, has emerged as one of the top names in what is shaping up to be a dramatically reshaped NHL 2026 free-agent class. Several league […]

The WNBA Finals are underway, but much of the attention has shifted away from the court and toward the WNBA’s leadership. Commissioner Cathy Engelbert continues to face mounting criticism from WNBA players, and now WNBA legend Candace Parker has added her voice to the conversation. Speaking on her Post Moves podcast, Parker detailed her experiences […]

Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry has been named the NBA’s best leader, according to the league’s annual general manager survey. Curry received 43 percent of the vote, outpacing New York’s Jalen Brunson (13 percent) and Denver’s Nikola Jokić (10 percent), reaffirming his influence both on and off the court. However, the two-time MVP’s recognition […]

Before Victor Wembanyama became the face of the San Antonio Spurs and Dominique Malonga rose to stardom with the Seattle Storm, the two shared a basketball court as kids in France. Both hailed from Paris and spent their early years developing their games on playgrounds and in regional tournaments. During an appearance on The Old […]

The long-running and beloved basketball studio show “Inside the NBA” is officially making its debut on ESPN this season. It marks a new era for the Emmy Award-winning program that has defined basketball coverage for more than three decades. Inside the NBA will serve as ESPN and ABC’s pregame, halftime, and postgame program for marquee […]

In the NFL, perception is reality until the scoreboard changes it. Few players embody that better than Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield, whose once-divisive personality has evolved into a rallying point for a surging franchise. Mayfield, who led Tampa Bay to an impressive 4-1 start, has become one of the league’s top stories, steering […]

Throughout the Kansas City Chiefs’ dynastic run, kicker Harrison Butker has been one of the most consistent and clutch players on the roster. Butker’s leg has helped secure multiple playoff victories and Super Bowl titles, earning him a lucrative contract extension last season. But that reliability has been missing in 2025. Through five games, Butker […]

Daniel Jones’ rise with the Indianapolis Colts has become one of the NFL’s most surprising storylines. But behind his current success is a revealing reflection on what he endured with the New York Giants. In a recent interview, Jones spoke openly about the emotional weight of playing in New York and the toll that constant […]

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum is beginning to sense a return to normalcy as he works his way back from a ruptured right Achilles tendon. Five months into Tatum’s rehab, the All-Star forward said he is finally starting to “feel like myself” again after one of the most difficult stretches of his career. Tatum tore […]

The Cleveland Browns made one of the rarest moves in NFL history, trading veteran quarterback Joe Flacco to the Cincinnati Bengals. The deal not only crossed divisional lines but also reset Cleveland’s quarterback picture, accelerating the team’s plans for rookie Shedeur Sanders. The Browns sent Flacco and a sixth-round pick to Cincinnati in exchange for […]

Victor Wembanyama has always embraced being a student of the game, and the San Antonio star’s latest teacher may be the perfect one for his towering ambition. The San Antonio Spurs star spent part of his offseason training with Hall of Famer Hakeem Olajuwon, seeking to add polish to his already versatile skill set. Inside […]

Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry has earned widespread recognition during his career. But one recent compliment may stand above the rest. NBA Hall of Famer Allen Iverson revealed his personal top five players of all time and included Curry alongside Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, and Shaquille O’Neal. Speaking on CBS News, Iverson […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are reinforcing their backfield depth by signing running back Owen Wright to the practice squad as starter Bucky Irving continues to recover from shoulder and foot injuries. In a corresponding move, the team released veteran guard Sua Opeta. Wright spent training camp and the preseason with Tampa Bay. He returns after […]

The Portland Trail Blazers are taking a calculated approach as they navigate what could become one of the most complex rookie scale extensions of the offseason. Shaedon Sharpe, the athletic 22-year-old guard who has rapidly grown into one of Portland’s most promising young stars, is reportedly at the center of “tricky” contract discussions that could […]

Jimmy Butler’s debut preseason with the Golden State Warriors might not happen right away, but there is no concern from the team regarding his recent ankle injury. The six-time All-Star tweaked his ankle during training camp and has since missed a pair of practices. Head coach Steve Kerr told reporters that Butler’s status remains uncertain […]

The New York Giants and Jets have no plans to remove the turf at MetLife Stadium and replace it with grass. The decision ultimately lies with both franchises’ ownership and the New Meadowlands Stadium Company, which manages the venue. For now, their stance is clear. The turf stays. The conversation around MetLife’s playing surface resurfaced […]

The Cleveland Browns have officially turned the page at quarterback. Cleveland has benched veteran Joe Flacco in favor of rookie Dillon Gabriel. However, another young signal-caller continues to generate significant attention within the organization. Fifth-round pick Shedeur Sanders, who is expected to play at some point this season once fully prepared. According to NFL Network’s […]

Kevin Love’s NBA journey has brought him full circle in ways few would have predicted. Once a teenage star on the legendary 2006 SoCal All-Stars AAU team, Love now finds himself playing for Utah Jazz head coach Will Hardy, who once faced that same undefeated squad as a high schooler. “I do not remember that,” […]

When the Houston Rockets made their blockbuster trade for Kevin Durant, it was more than just about adding one of the greatest scorers in NBA history. It was about pairing him with a young core hungry to learn, grow, and win. Already, there are signs that the partnership is starting to flourish. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst […]

Tension is building inside the Tennessee Titans organization as questions about Brian Callahan’s future grow louder after a 0-4 start to the season. There is moderate concern among the coaching staff that the front office and ownership might not be as patient as they originally believed, according to reporting from ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. That uncertainty […]

The Cincinnati Bengals’ quarterback situation has become one of the most pressing concerns in the NFL after another listless offensive performance. With Joe Burrow sidelined for months following toe surgery, Jake Browning has stepped in. However, Browning’s rocky start has sparked speculation about whether the Bengals will look elsewhere. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler suggested that recently […]

Gilbert Arenas is not holding back on what he sees as a misstep by the Los Angeles Lakers. The former NBA All-Star believes the franchise should have extended LeBron James rather than letting him play out his contract. “If I were the owner, I would have made a deal with him,” Arenas said on his […]

Nik Bonitto has no problem setting the bar high. After breaking out in 2024 with 13.5 sacks, the Denver Broncos outside linebacker believes he can take the next step and challenge the Broncos’ franchise standard. The single-season sack record for the Broncos is 18.5, set by Von Miller in 2012. Bonitto sees that number as […]

The Atlanta Falcons find themselves at the center of one of the NFL’s most intriguing quarterback questions. Veteran Kirk Cousins, signed to a lucrative deal just over a year ago, now sits on the bench behind rookie starter Michael Penix Jr. Despite constant speculation, Atlanta has yet to move Cousins, who remains a backup with […]

Former Atlanta Falcons star Matt Ryan is not buying into talk of a quarterback competition in Atlanta. On The Inner Circle podcast, the franchise’s longtime leader made it clear that the Falcons cannot afford to play games with their future after drafting Michael Penix Jr. eighth overall. “What are we doing?” Ryan asked when a […]

Devin Booker has been the face of the Phoenix Suns for nearly a decade, weathering rebuilds, playoff heartbreaks, and even a run to the NBA Finals. But nothing, Booker says, compares to the disappointment of Phoenix’s failed attempt to build a superteam alongside Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal. “It was tough,” Booker said. “I think […]

Beginning in 2026, every Power Four conference will require its members to play nine league games. Three of the four NCAA leagues will also mandate at least one non-conference matchup against another power opponent. The Big Ten will be the only one that does not. The Big 12 already enforces the 10-game standard, and the […]