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Fresh off of a rather disappointing 2021-22 season, the Milwaukee Bucks are looking to regroup for next year. They failed to defend their title after bowing to the Boston Celtics in the second round of the playoffs. They were THIS close to weathering the major injuries they suffered during the playoffs. Their first major addition […]

Tommy Fury has been the subject of criticism from boxing fans as of late. It all started when YouTuber turned professional boxer Jake Paul called him out for seemingly ditching their fight plans. Paul questioned Fury’s drive for the sport, saying that: “I think the pressure cracks him. He definitely doesn’t want the fight. And […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have called Heinz Field their home for over two decades now. Built in 2001, the stadium was named “Heinz Field” because of a naming deal with the company of the same name. While most “branded” stadiums have been frowned upon by its fanbase, Heinz is a special case, as the fanbase has […]

There’s a new Captain America in town, and his name is Sam Wilson. The Marvel universe has made it pretty clear that Steve Rogers (played by Chris Evans) is done playing the role. The final scene in Avengers: Endgame and the subsequent Disney+ mini-series all but confirmed what we already knew. Sam Wilson IS Captain […]

Novak Djokovic is arguably the best player in all of tennis today. The Serbian star has proven that to the world time and time again. His latest achievement saw him beat rival-turned-buddy Nick Kyrgios in the Wimbledon Finals to notch his seventh victory in the tournament. His level of play recently only makes his imminent […]

For almost three years, Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios absolutely hated each other. That is not an understatement: both men seemed to have genuine disdain for each other. They traded barbs on social media and through reporters. It was the type of rivalry that felt personal. Time heals all wounds, though, and by the looks […]

Jayson Tatum was this close to etching his name in the history books. He had successfully helped the Boston Celtics make it back to the NBA Finals for the first time in 12 years. Facing the Golden State Warriors, Tatum could’ve gone down as the guy who took down the Dubs’ dynasty for good. Instead, […]

Chet Holmgren’s shot-blocking abilities in the NBA has been questioned as of late. Many fans have criticized the Oklahoma City Thunder rookie’s thin frame. For these people, Holmgren’s lack of weight would come back to haunt him in the big leagues. So far, though, it seems like that the concerns about Holmgren’s body are way […]

Luka Doncic and Zion Williamson couldn’t be more different from each other. Both the Dallas Mavericks and the New Orleans Pelicans stars are great players in their own right. However, their play styles are like night and day: Doncic is methodical and slow-paced, while Zion attacks with ferocity and speed. Don’t tell that to the […]

To quote Cody Rhodes’ entrance music: “Wrestling has more than one royal family.” The WWE (and the pro wrestling scene in general) is filled to the brim with families built by wrestling. From the Ortons to the Rhodes to the McMahons and the Flairs, there have been many families that rose to prominence in the […]

The New York Yankees are the best team in the MLB this season. Currently holding a 61-24 record record, they stand on top of the baseball world right now. However, being the best team in any league means never being content with what you have. The Yanks are taking that message to heart heading into […]

The Boston Celtics were two games away from reaching basketball greatness. Up against the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals, they seemed destined to be the team that topples the returning dynasty. Unfortunately, their inexperience got the best of them, and they were bested in the Finals. Now, the Celtics are doing everything in […]

The Oakland Athletics have become the poster child of frugal spending in the MLB. Many fans in the area have been disheartened by the ownership pinching pennies when it comes to the team. Owning the lowest payroll in the league, letting go of star players, asking the city to pay for a new stadium, they’ve […]

Clayton Kershaw is an actual living legend. The Los Angeles Dodgers star pitcher has remained absolutely incredible despite playing well into his 15th season in the league. There’s no question that once he hangs up his cleats, Kershaw will be headed straight to the Hall of Fame. Because of that, many people are clamoring for […]

Defending a Super Bowl title is not an easy task. There’s a good reason why only seven teams in league history have gone back-to-back as champions: there are many factors at play. A significantly harder schedule, greater injury risk AND ramifications for said injuries, and other factors make it ridiculously hard to defend the Super […]

For the first time in Boston Red Sox history, a Jeter helped them win against the New York Yankees. Jeter Downs was recently called up by the team and got his first taste of major league action. It was an incredibly high-pressure situation: Boston was up against New York in one of their classic rivalry […]

The 2022 edition of the NBA Summer League has had a rather bizarre trend. Over the last few days, a few of the best rookies from this year’s draft class have been in some major injury scares. Unfortunately, the New Orleans Pelicans suffered the same fate as some of their fellow teams in the league. […]

The Boston Red Sox just can’t catch a break this season. While they stand at a solid 46-39 record, injuries have continually threatened to derail their season completely. The injury bug has all but taken over the team, affecting both the hitting and the pitching staff. One of the players that was afflicted by the […]

Ja Morant is a simple man. You ask him an honest question, he’ll give you an honest answer. So when the Memphis Grizzlies star was asked something when he appeared during the 2022 Summer League, Morant didn’t hesitate to give an honest answer. Morant was asked what his legal “addiction” was. Without hesitation, Ja said: […]

There’s a rising rivalry in the Western Conference. The six-game slugfest between the Golden State Warriors and the Memphis Grizzlies last season seems like the start of a feud between the two teams. Both teams seemed extra motivated to crush their opponents during that game. In the end, Stephen Curry and the Dubs prevailed, but […]

Chet Holmgren’s first Summer League has been just as polarizing as his pre-draft hype. Pundits have criticized the Oklahoma City Thunder’s light frame. Fans have disregarding said concerns. On Saturday night, the army of Holmgren deniers got more ammo to use, as he was posterized by Rockets undrafted center Aric Holman. (replay via ClutchPoints) Aric […]

Damian Lillard is locked in for the Portland Trail Blazers. Amid all the rumors surrounding the star last season, Dame has committed to his team for the long run. Today, he has signed a massive two-year extension that will keep him in Oregon for five years. During the press conference for his contract signing, Damian […]

The blockbuster trade between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Utah Jazz puzzled many fans. It was one of those rare trades that seemed to make no sense for both teams. The Wolves got a center to pair with their other star center, while the Jazz traded away their star for a bunch of picks and […]

WWE and celebrity wrestlers often mix as well as oil and water. There used to be a time when a celebrity guest appearance would be jeered by hardcore fans of the scene. Over the last few years, though, there has been a rather big change in the perception of guest wrestlers. From Pat McAfee to […]

Vince McMahon has come under fire yet again after another bombshell report against him. After reportedly shelling out $3 million to cover up his sexual misconduct, the Wall Street Journal reported that the figure was much, MUCH higher. The report puts into question whether he’ll remain in charge of the WWE moving forward. Well, by […]

The Golden State Warriors’ offseason moves (or lack thereof) seems to be a challenge to their young guns. Key role players from their playoff run last season have now left the team for greener pastures. It seems like the front office has decided that Moses Moody, Jonathan Kuminga, and James Wiseman are ready for a […]

Kevin Durant’s sudden trade request a few weeks ago took the entire NBA world by storm. After just three seasons with the Brooklyn Nets, KD all of a sudden wanted out of the team. It was a shocking move that sent front offices and fanbases into disarray. The first few days after the initial news […]

Manny Machado has been on fire for the San Diego Padres this season. The star third baseman has been his usual excellent self in 2022, hitting with aplomb while holding his own on defense. It didn’t come as a surprise, then when he was tabbed as the starter for the 2022 MLB All-Star game. What […]

The Brooklyn Nets have found themselves in an undesirable spot in the 2022 NBA offseason. Their dreams for a championship was instantly squashed when both Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving asked for a trade. Now, the team is desperately trying to salvage what is seemingly a lost situation for them. … or is it? Nic […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have a couple of intriguing players to watch in the ongoing Las Vegas Summer League. One of these players is Scottie Pippen Jr., the son of Chicago Bulls great Scottie Pippen. The 6’1 guard went undrafted in the 2022 NBA draft, and was quickly snagged by the Lakers on a two-way […]

The rivalry between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox is one of the fiercest in US sports. The two MLB powerhouses have been going at for centuries at this point, with many different faces representing this rivalry. This time around, the two star hitting repping the franchises are Aaron Judge for the […]

The Atlanta Braves’ title defense campaign is well and truly underway this season. After hitting a few speedbumps to start the year, the team has roared to life with a 50-35 record. They now sit just 2.5 games behind the New York Mets for the top spot in the NL East. A big part of […]

Bradley Beal’s contract extension should be a cause of celebration for the Washington Wizards star. The multi-time All-Star nabbed a gargantuan extension that ensures that he and his family will be set for life in the future. Despite that, though, the star finds it hard to be excited about his new deal. The reason? Well, […]

Jalen Ramsey is arguably the greatest cornerback of his generation. The Los Angeles Rams star CB has simply been on a different level ever since he stepped foot in the league. His ability to disrupt any offense and lock up star receivers has him firmly atop the CB pecking order. There’s a certain group, though, […]

The Atlanta Hawks have finally gotten the backcourt of their dreams. They successfully nabbed former San Antonio Spurs All-Star Dejounte Murray in a blockbuster trade. The move was heavily praised by fans, who said that Murray could be the missing piece this team needs to get over the hump. With that in mind, here are […]

The Brooklyn Nets never imagined they would be in this scenario. After just three years, both of the mega-stars they acquired (Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving) have requested trades. Now, the team is looking for ways to recoup some value out of the two in a trade. There are many teams that have been interested […]

After months of waiting and speculation, Baker Mayfield finally has a home again. The former Cleveland Browns quarterback has been traded to the Carolina Panthers. Now, Mayfield gets to play for an NFL team in 2022 that he actually likes. It would surprise many fans to know, though, that the deal almost got axed due […]

The allegations around former WWE CEO Vince McMahon continues to grow by the day. A few weeks after it was reported that McMahon paid $3 million in hush money to sexual assault victims, the Wall Street Journal dropped a bombshell report. In it, it’s revealed that McMahon paid up to $12 million to four different […]

Brittney Griner’s current detainment in Russia has been one of the biggest talking points in American politics as of late. An arrest for possession of a vape pen led to a high-profile case that involves the strained ties between the US and Russia. Now, it seems like the conclusion to this saga is reaching its […]