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When the trailer for Adam Sandler’s basketball-centric movie Hustle came out, many fans were skeptical. Sports movies tended to be more hit-and-miss, especially when you get basketball players involved. Oftentimes, it can feel a little cringey, or it’s just not enjoyable at all. After Hustle premiered on Netflix, NBA and non-NBA fans agreed on one […]

Draymond Green has been the subject of many criticisms during their Golden State Warriors’ Finals series. The long-time Dubs vet has been slammed for many things, from his lack of on-court production to his off-court comments to his podcast. Even after a resounding Game 4 win, Draymond still earned the ire of many fans. However, […]

Joe Maddon’s time with the Los Angeles Angels came to an untimely end a few days ago. The long-time manager was fired from the team after they lost twelve straight games. After such a hot start to the season, the team’s slump forced something to change within. That’s not to say that Maddon didn’t try […]

It’s no secret that Klay Thompson loves the ocean. The Golden State Warriors guard was often spotted around the bay riding his boat around. Ahead of a crucial Game 5 matchup against the Celtics in the Finals, though, Thompson decided to be a bit more… hands-on with the water. A story from Klay Thompson’s Instagram […]

Many WWE fans were shocked when Paige announced that she wasn’t going to be signed to a new contract. The former Divas champion has long been one of the most beloved members of the locker room and the community. Naturally, fans wanted an explanation as to why the company refused to hand her a new […]

Tom Brady’s return to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers sent massive shockwaves around the NFL, included in the Bucs’ front office. Shortly after Brady’s return, Bruce Arians stepped down as the head coach of the team. The move sparked a debate amongst fans: did Brady and Arians not like each other? While both men have come […]

The Chicago Cubs made a major splash in the off-season when they signed star Japanese slugger Seiya Suzuki to a massive deal. It’s a no-brainer deal, given Suzuki’s star power. However, the Cubs have unfortunately not been able to play much games with their star hitter in the lineup. Seiya Suzuki’s prolonged absence is due […]

Anthony Davis’ injury concerns are well-known amongst Los Angeles Lakers fans. The All-Star center has missed significant time in the last few seasons due to nagging issues. His availability (or lack thereof) has arguably cost his team multiple title runs. His frequent injuries have already made a few Lakers fans ticked off at him. Recently, […]

During the game between the Atlanta Braves and the Pittsburgh Pirates, fans got to see a powdery mess in the dugout. After Ronald Acuna Jr slammed a home run, he, alongside Guillermo Heredia, did a little nod to LeBron James. The Braves star tossed a fistful of powder up in the air in a clear […]

The return of Clayton Kershaw to the Los Angeles Dodgers has many fans jumping for glee. After an electric start to the season, the legendary pitcher has missed several games due to an elbow injury. His return from the injured list comes at the perfect time, as LA has struggled as of late. However, as […]

The Houston Rockets are entering a new era in their history. After losing their stars in the last few years, the team has been going through a thorough rebuild. Young guns like Jalen Green and Alperen Sengun have looked promising, but that hasn’t exactly translated to team success yet. The next stage of this rebuild […]

It’s the start of a new chapter for the Cincinnati Bengals. Long considered the joke of the AFC North, the team made a roaring statement in the 2021 season. They took control of their division in the regular season. Then, Joe Burrow and co. continued to shock the world by storming their way to the […]

Derek Carr and Davante Adams go way back together. The duo became one of the most dynamic tandems at Fresno State College before both of them went to the NFL. Now, Adams has reunited with his college QB, as he signed with the Las Vegas Raiders on a massive contract. Davante Adams’ move to Las […]

After a prolonged absence, Stephen Strasburg finally returned to the Washington Nationals lineup. The former Cy Young winner pitched his first game in 11 months against the Miami Marlins. It wasn’t the prettiest of games, but it’s still a success according to manager Davey Martinez. After a 7 – 4 loss to the Marlins, Martinez […]

In the WWE, superstar names are a rather fickle thing. It’s not uncommon for wrestlers to change their in-ring name to better fit a character they’re playing. The ever-changing nature of these kayfabe names make it hard for some promoters to keep up with their materials, as we found out recently. WWE fans were quick […]

Kyle Lowry’s place in Toronto Raptors history has never been in question. The bulldog point guard is widely-recognized as the greatest player in franchise history, and for good reason. Many fans in Canada have a soft spot for Lowry, even when he departed the team to join the Miami Heat. It’s no surprise, then, that […]

The Minnesota Lynx have been struggling immensely during the 2022 WNBA season. The former title contenders currently sit at last place in the Western Conference with a 3-9 record. It’s a massive fall from grace for a team that used to battle for supremacy in the women’s league. Unfortunately, things are about to get much […]

Gerrit Cole has arguably been one of the best pitchers in MLB this season. The New York Yankees ace sports a 2.78 ERA, which is in the top 20 of the league today. Cole can usually be relied on to provide a solid performance on the mound, at the very least. The Yankees got the […]

Thursday’s game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago White Sox had a rather bizarre interaction this season. Trae Turner had a 1-2 count during his at-bat in the sixth inning. Suddenly, White Sox manager Tony La Russa elected to walk the shortstop, instead opting to face the returning Max Muncy instead. It was supposed […]

The news of Cody Rhodes’ pectoral muscle injury shook the WWE Universe completely. Just hours prior to his scheduled Hell in a Cell main event against Seth Rollins, it was reported that The American Nightmare tore his pectoral muscle. What’s even more shocking is the fact that Rhodes continued with his match against Rollins in […]

After a torrid start to their Finals series against the Golden State Warriors, the Boston Celtics fell flat in Game 2. The Cs simply couldn’t keep up with the Dubs’ physical defense, as they head into Boston with a 1-1 record. It was a poor showing for many of the team’s key players. After the […]

What comes into your mind when someone mentions the name Stephen Curry? More likely than not, you’re thinking about his offense. The Golden State Warriors superstar revolutionized the game with his insane shooting ability. His white-hot offense is one of the biggest reasons why his team is playing in the Finals right now. A big […]

Game 2 of the Finals series between the Boston Celtics and the Golden State Warriors ended in a blowout in favor of the Dubs. However, the game was marred by a little controversy surrounding Jaylen Brown and Draymond Green. In the second quarter, both men were entangled after a foul call. Things got a little […]

The rise of Twitter has completely changed the way sports discourse works, for better or for worse. Suddenly, anyone with a working internet connection has the ability to broadcast his thoughts to the world. This has been the case in the NBA Finals series between the Boston Celtics and the Golden State Warriors. Twitter users […]

Quin Snyder’s decision to step down as the Utah Jazz’ head coach was the biggest headline of Sunday. The head coach led his team to multiple playoff appearances, but never quite seemed to piece together a true Finals contender. Still, his departure is a big blow to this team, who clearly thrived under his tutelage. […]

The feud between Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins has been one of the most entertaining rivalries in the WWE. The two megastars captivated the audience with their superb promo skills and excellent in-ring work. Both men were booked for what was supposed to be an eye-popping Hell in a Cell match. However, there has been […]

Mike Trout and the Los Angeles Angels are in a bit of a pickle right now. After a hot start to the season, the team has been slumping as of late. We’re talking nine losses in a row level of slump. At the core of this slump, is, of course, Mike Trout, who is going […]

Robert Williams’ injury situation has been a big point of concern for the Boston Celtics. The center is one of their most important players on the roster. However, Williams has missed some time in these playoffs because of a knee injury that has been bothering him after returning from surgery. Ahead of a critical Game […]

Many pro wrestling fans were shocked after CM Punk announced on AEW that he’ll be taking a leave. According to Punk, he suffered an injury during a televised event, and will need to undergo surgery. Because of that, the promotion will be holding a new interim title for the time being. Most AEW fans were […]

Drake’s love for basketball is well-known amongst fans. The Canadian hip-hop sensation has been a staple in many big NBA events. He also owns part of the Toronto Raptors, and is recognized as the Raps’ “global ambassador”. He’s also not shy in referencing his NBA peers in a couple of his songs. It doesn’t come […]

The Golden State Warriors have had their fair share of trolls and detractors. Being one of the best teams of all-time will do that, especially in this age of social media. In an era where anyone can speak their mind, sports figures are routinely exposed to hate comments from, well, everyone. That’s why it’s not […]

The tragic school shooting at Uvalde, Texas has sparked massive debates regarding gun control. There were plenty of calls for reform and action. The sports world was also heavily involved in the discussion, with names such as Warriors coach Steve Kerr, Lakers star LeBron James, and former Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski called out the people […]

Man, the New York Mets just can’t catch a break in the last few days. Earlier in the week, Francisco Lindor missed a few games due to a finger injury caused by a double door. Now, Max Scherzer, who has been recovering from an oblique strain, suffered a hand injury… after his own dog bit […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder are in a bit of a peculiar situation right now. Yes, their “tank” was successful and they landed themselves one of the top prized in the 2022 NBA Draft. However… instead of getting the first overall pick, they were handed the number TWO pick by the lottery gods. Now, don’t get […]

The New York Rangers were in a bit of a weird spot heading into Game 2 of the Conference Finals. Yes, they won Game 1 against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Normally, that would put teams at a big advantage. However, the Lightning were historically good in the playoffs after a loss. Like, 18 – 0 […]

There was a lot of speculation surrounding CM Punk and the AEW World Championship before Rampage aired tonight. Many fans were worried about the superstar after he seemed to injure himself on Dynamite earlier in the week. Punk’s ominous tweet prior to the show’s airing added more fears for the superstar. I’ll be on #AEWRampage […]

Sasha Banks and Naomi’s walk out from Monday Night Raw was the talk of the WWE fanbase last month. The Raw Tag Team champions allegedly walked out of the company after a creative dispute with management. Since then, the company has vacated the titles and suspended the two Women’s division stars. For a while, both […]

The saga surrounding Deshaun Watson’s sexual assault allegations isn’t going end anytime soon. The Cleveland Browns star was facing a total of 23 different lawsuits regarding his predatory behavior. Unfortunately for Watson, more lawsuits seem to be headed his way in the near future. The attorney for Deshaun Watson’s accusers, Tony Buzbee, revealed that a […]

Antonio Brown is coming home to the Pittsburgh Steelers! Well, kind of. As part of Brown’s ongoing quest to conquer the rap game, the wide receiver is holding a “reunion tour” in Pittsburgh. Brown will be performing in the Enclave on South Side Flats. Brown’s ventures in the hip-hop industry are well-documented at this point […]