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For the longest time, Jason Kidd was the butt of many coaching jokes by NBA fans. Whenever a struggling team was looking for a new coach, fans would mockingly throw out Kidd’s name on there. It’s easy to see why: the ex-Dallas Mavericks point guard had lackluster stints as the head coach of the Nets […]

The Boston Red Sox’ 2022 campaign has been… well, not good, to say the least. After making it to the ALCS last season, the team has seemingly fallen off of a cliff. They sit at a terrible 13-21 record. It’s early in the season, but it’s safe to say that starting off like that isn’t […]

Michael Jordan is one of the greatest instigators in league history. Aside from being a phenomenal superstar, the former Chicago Bulls legend is well-known for his trash-talking ability. He’s well-known to fire up both his teammates and opponents with his words and actions. Well, apparently that carried over to his days with the Washington Wizards. […]

Something was off about Chris Paul in Game 7 of the Phoenix Suns-Dallas Mavericks series. It was clear that the Point God wasn’t quite himself the entire game. It’s not rare for Paul to struggle occasionally, but to see him be taken out of his element was rather peculiar. Well, a recent report revealed the […]

This has to be the worst night in Chris Paul’s entire career. With the Phoenix Suns entering a do-or-die Game 7, fans were hoping that the Point God could carry them to victory again. Instead, Paul turned in one of the worst performances of his career: 10 points and just 4 assists for the entire […]

The Dallas Mavericks are for real. Prior to this season, the team has shown flashes of brilliance behind Luka Doncic. However, the supporting cast has more often than not faltered at the worst of times. Now, though, Luka’s finally got company to help him out, and it’s an unlikely hero. Luka Doncic may have been […]

Trae Young and Luka Doncic’s careers are forever tied at the hip. Ever since that fateful trade between the Atlanta Hawks and the Dallas Mavericks, they’ve been linked. When one player succeeds, the other will inevitably be brought down by other fans. It’s the nature of sports discourse today, especially on social media. And yet, […]

Luka-freaking-Doncic, man. The Dallas Mavericks superstar has been electric during the entire playoffs… and yet, he saved his best for last. Facing off against the Phoenix Suns in Game 7, Doncic put on a show and helped his team grab a 30-point lead. It’s clear that the Slovenian phenom is raring to get to the […]

The Portland Trail Blazers and Damian Lillard have a bit of complicated history together. With Dame Time in tow, the team enjoyed great regular season success. However, despite the obvious skills of these teams, they were never quite able to make it over the hump. This failure to launch into championship greatness is one of […]

Shohei Ohtani is the epitome of baseball excellence. The Los Angeles Angels star is unique in the sense that he’s the only two-way player in the league today. One day, he’ll be pitching strikeouts like it’s nothing. The next day, he’ll be bombing away homers as the designated hitter of the team. His ability to […]

There’s always something about the Las Vegas Raiders, huh. Despite making major splashes in the offseason, the team just couldn’t shake the stench of controversy from them. Earlier in the month, they got involved in a controversy after firing president Dan Ventrelle. Now, new reports reveal more issues from the team. A report by the […]

Russell Wilson is now a member of Denver Broncos. That’s still a weird sentence to say, but it is what it is. The ex-Seattle Seahawks quarterback was traded to the Mile High City in the offseason in one of the first blockbuster trades of the off-season. Now, the former Super Bowl MVP is looking to […]

Ronald Acuna Jr.’s return to action from injury has been the highlight of the season of the Atlanta Braves. However, over the last few days, the slugger has missed several games. Most recently, Acuna was ruled out for the third straight game earlier in the day. It has made more than a few fans worried […]

The parents of a six-year old child who was hit by a wild pitch to the head has filed a lawsuit against the Los Angeles Angels. Beatrice Galaz, whose son was hit by a warmup pitch by Kenyan Middleton in 2019, alleges that incident was due to the team’s negligence. Beatrice Galaz’ husband was walking […]

On Saturday, a terrible mass shooting incident shocked the Buffalo community. An armed person entered a supermarket in the city and opened fire on those inside. The shooter killed 10 civilians and injured 3 others during the incident, all while streaming the incident on Twitch. It’s a tragic incident that left most of the community […]

Dread it, run from it, Game 6 Klay Thompson arrives all the same. The Golden State Warriors shooter has gained a reputation for being a fierce killer during Game 6s of their playoff runs. At first, it seemed like a coincidence… until he started doing it over, and over, and over again. Now, the legend […]

LeBron James’ territory has finally reached the NFL. Klutch Sports (James’ talent management company) signed one of the Cleveland Browns’ late-round picks in Perrion Winfield. The rookie defensive lineman is now in the same agency as the King, as well as several other high-profile sports figures. Speaking to reporters, the Browns rookie talked about what […]

Anyone who followed the NBA back in 2016 remembers the train wreck that was the New York Knicks. After years of being, well, not good, they looked towards a savior from Tinseltown: Los Angeles Lakers coach Phil Jackson. Jackson was brought in as team president to bring a “winning culture” in the Big Apple. Well, […]

We have another Game 7 on our hands. On the brink of elimination, the Boston Celtics pulled off a gutsy Game 6 win on the road against the Milwaukee Bucks. Jayson Tatum’s brilliance helped the men in green escape the clutches of defeat. Now, they have a chance of going back to the Eastern Conference […]

Jayson Tatum and Giannis Antetokounmpo are two of the league’s brightest stars today. The two top guns brought out the best in each other during Game 6 of the Celtics-Bucks series. It was an exhilarating duel between the future faces of their current franchises, one that earned the praise of a team legend. Paul Pierce […]

The arrest of WNBA star Brittney Griner in Russia has been a major talking point as of late. What started as a case of smuggled drugs has become a diplomatic issue. Many parties have urged the US government to take a harsher stance and demand for Griner’s release, or at least support the ex-Mercury star. […]

Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving’s stance on the COVID vaccine is well-documented. He is one of the most vocal critics of the jab in the sports world, openly questioning its legitimacy. That stance has made him one of the most polarizing players not only in NBA, but amongst popular sports figures. However, it still came […]

It’s safe to say that Joel Embiid has been… different the past few seasons. The Philadelphia 76ers star has always had the potential to be a dominant force. However, Embiid hasn’t been able to put it together consistently… until last season. Now, he’s one of the most dominant stars in the league, with the ability […]

One of the most bizarre ejections of the MLB season happened a few days ago. After just the first inning, Arizona Diamondbacks LHP Madison Bumgarner was pulled aside by the umpires. One of the umps, Dan Bellino, seemingly tried to provoke Bumgarner by staring at him. The pitcher retaliated, and he was subsequently ejected from […]

Before facing off in the second round of the playoffs, Jimmy Butler and Joel Embiid were once teammates. The two were part of the 2019 Philadelphia 76ers team that lost in heartbreaking fashion to the Toronto Raptors. In that short time together, Butler and Embiid built a solid friendship that lasted even after the former […]

Luka Doncic is turning into a playoff demon right before our very eyes. The Dallas Mavericks star has been lights out during their entire postseason run, carrying his team on his back. His incredible performances have more than a few legends calling him the MVP of the playoffs. One legend that is singing praises for […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are back for one more ride. The “un-retirement” of Tom Brady has reinvigorated the franchise. They have re-signed most of their star players… with a few exceptions. One of those exceptions is Ndamukong Suh, one of their ace defensive tackles. Recent rumors suggest that the Buccaneers may not be keen on […]

The first-round series between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Toronto Raptors was incredibly entertaining to watch. After dropping the first three-games, the young Raptors attempted the impossible. However, they were shut down by the might of Philly. However, a few unfortunate accidents ruined the fun for both sides. Of course, we’re talking about Raptors star […]

After dropping their first two games against the Carolina Hurricanes, the Boston Bruins have bounced back. Thanks to David Pastrnak’s efforts, they were able to snag Game 3 at home. Naturally, the crowd was excited, as Boston sports fans generally are. That, unfortunately, led to a dangerous situation for one official. During the crowd, Bruins […]

After what seemed like ages for Philadelphia 76ers fans, Joel Embiid has returned to action. The Cameroonian superstar has missed Games 1 and 2 due to an orbital fracture AND a concussion. Embiid was finally cleared to play in Game 3, and he had an immediate impact on the team. Despite the win, though, Joel […]

After trading Marquise Brown to the Cardinals on draft day, the Baltimore Ravens need a new headliner. While their receiving core is not bad at all, they still need someone as their true No. 1 option on offense. Their division rivals getting better only makes their receiving core a more glaring weakness. Well, they could […]

The Las Vegas Raiders made some serious moves in the offseason, acquiring stars like Davante Adams and Chandler Jones in a clear win-now move. However, the controversy that surrounds the team still lingers to this team. This became evident when they abruptly fired team president Dan Ventrelle on Friday night. Initially, it was unclear why […]

Sidney Crosby is in a league of his own. The Pittsburgh Penguins star has done a wonderful job this season as the ace of the team. He’s helped them get to the NHL playoffs once again, and they’re holding their own and then some against the best in the business. On Thursday night, we got […]

The incident between Dillon Brooks and Gary Payton II during Game 2 of the Warriors-Grizzlies series is a major talking point amongst fans. To recap, Brooks hit Payton II with a hard foul during a fastbreak opportunity. The reckless hit caused GP2 to fall badly on his elbow, fracturing it. Dubs fans are still not […]

James Harden’ contract situation with the Philadelphia 76ers has been a major talking point during the season. The star guard has a player option worth around $47 million for next season, There are many discussions amongst fans whether this is a good or bad thing for the team. Recent rumors, though, have made it seem […]

The Minnesota Twins’ season has encountered an unfortunate roadblock. After their signing of star shortstop Carlos Correa, the team seemed to be on the right track. They were sitting pretty at first place in the AL Central. All signs seemed to point at them breaking their long playoff streak this season. Unfortunately for them, their […]

It’s a well-known fact around the league that Rob Gronkowski is a party animal. The legendary Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end has never been afraid to be himself on the dance floor. His antics during parties have made him a fan favorite amongst even the most casual followers of the NFL. During the 2022 NFL […]

The New York Mets just cannot be stopped this season. It seemed like the team finally cooled off against the Philadelphia Phillies when they went down 7-1 to start the top of the ninth inning. Instead, Starting Marte, Francisco Lindor, and the rest of NY’s hitters made life hell for the home team, as they […]

Trevon Diggs built a name for himself last season as the interception king of the NFL. The Dallas Cowboys cornerback broke the record for most INTs in a season by a player with 11. No one can deny that Diggs has had an incredible nose for the ball. The potential is limitless for him. On […]