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Game 1 of the Milwaukee Bucks’ series against the Boston Celtics provided a glimpse of the C’s game plan against Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Celtics played hard-nosed physical defense on Giannis in Game 1. It was akin to the Pistons getting physical with Michael Jordan back then. The goal was clear: make Giannis as uncomfortable as […]

Mets fans, meet your new owner: Philadelphia Phillies’ star Kyle Schwarber. The star slugger has been one of the biggest problems of the New York franchise for a long time now. That dominance continued during their 2022 series, where Schwarber dominated one of the most high-profile acquisitions of the Mets in the offseason. Against the […]

During the second round of the NFL Draft, fans got to see one of the more hilariously frustrating moments of the event. The Minnesota Vikings had actor and former running back Ed Marinaro announce one of their picks. However, Marinaro seemed to forget that there was a time factor in the announcement… and he went […]

During the first day of the 2022 NFL draft, Sean McVay was in the headlines for a rather peculiar incident. The Rams head coach had a great reaction to Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots drafting Cole Strange in the first round. While some found it humorous, others took offense to McVay’s reaction, A […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves’ season has come to a close. The team experienced a lot of success, but at the biggest stage, their inexperience was put on full display. Players like Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels balled out in their debut post-season run, and have given fans a lot of hope for next season. Well, Patrick […]

Brooklyn Nets star Ben Simmons came under a lot of fire during his team’s playoff run. The ex-Sixers star was rumored to return for their Game 4 against the Celtics to avoid a sweep. However, at the last moment, Simmons’ camp decided not to return, citing back problems and mental issues. After they got swept, […]

It’s the end of an era in Chicago. No, the Bears aren’t trading away their young quarterback Justin Fields. It has something to do, however, with another quarterback of theirs: the master of the Philly Special, Nick Foles. After the Bears wrapped up their 2022 NFL Draft, GM Ryan Poles has agreed to release Nick […]

Amid the chaos of the NFL draft, two notable wide receivers were in the headlines after asking for a trade. AJ Brown got his wish and was traded to the Cardinals, while Deebo Samuel has already asked out of San Francisco. These developments have led Seattle Seahawks fans to wonder what could happen to their […]

After missing most of the season, Seattle Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger made his return yesterday to the field. Unfortunately for the star hitter, it seems that his return will be short-lived. During their game against the Miami Marlins, Haniger left the game after seemingly injuring his lower leg. Now, the Mariners have reported what happened […]

It’s a true heavyweight matchup in the second round of the 2022 NBA Playoffs. The Golden State Warriors and Memphis Grizzlies are set to start their seven-game series for a spot in the Western Conference Finals. However, the third-seeded Dubs will be without one of their key players to start their series. The Warriors announced […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves might be eliminated from playoff contention, but the fun isn’t stopping yet for Karl-Anthony Towns. THe All-Star center is in line for a massive extension from his team worth over $230 million. It’s the most lucrative offer that the star will get from his potential suitors. After the series, Karl-Anthony Towns was […]

What a season it has been for the Toronto Raptors! The team entered this season as complete underdogs, with the expectation that they’ll be in a “rebuilding” phase for this year. However, Scottie Barnes, Pascal Siakam, and the rest of the Raps all decided they didn’t want to lose, and they barged their way to […]

Fred VanVleet’s 2022 campaign for the Raptors is easily his breakout year. Kyle Lowry’s departure meant that he would have to step up in a big way, and he did. VanVleet averaged career-highs across the board and was selected to his first All-Star game of his career. It was, undeniably, the best season of his […]

The Tennessee Titans’ retooling of their offense continues after they drafted quarterback Malik Willis in the third round. Willis was regarded as one of the best quarterbacks of the class, but he surprisingly fell all the way to third round. Now, he joins a team headed by Ryan Tannehill on offense. After drafting Malik Willis, […]

Man, these Philadelphia 76ers just can’t catch a break. After dispatching the Toronto Raptors in the first round, the team was ready to go in the second round. However, just recently, it was announced that star Joel Embiid has been ruled out indefinitely due to an orbital fracture and mild concussion. It’s a massive blow […]

The Kansas City Chiefs got themselves a good one in Skyy Moore during the 2022 NFL draft. After beefing up their defense in the first round, the front office decided to address their receiving core in the second round. Because of that, they were able to snag one of the best receivers in a loaded […]

The New England Patriots game-plan for the future is simple: develop Mac Jones into their next star. The 2021 first-round pick is hailed as the successor to Tom Brady, and the Pats are doing everything they can to help out their QB. That includes taking wide receiver Tyquan Thornton in the second round of the […]

After months of looking for their new receivers, the Green Bay Packers finally landed on their Davante Adams replacement in Christian Watson. The North Dakota State wide-out will have big shoes to fill, as Adams was arguably the best partner of Aaron Rodgers’ career. Replacing his production will be difficult for anyone, especially a rookie […]

Luka Doncic’s playoff career with the Dallas Mavericks is still young, yet it has been amazing to watch. The Slovenian superstar has been one of the NBA’s biggest playoff performers in the last few years. This year, Doncic finally got over the first-round hump as he eliminated the Utah Jazz to advance. Along the way, […]

The Kansas City Chiefs had a relatively quiet first round in the 2022 NFL Draft. They did trade up a few spots to the number 21 slot, but compared to the other moves of the day, they were pretty light. Despite that, KC fans have every reason to be excited after their first day of […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers got their franchise quarterback in Kenny Pickett. The Pitt product was drafted 20th overall in the 2022 NFL Draft, much to the delight of fans. Many people are hoping that Pickett can be the face of the next successful era of Steelers football. Among those excited for the team’s selection are Steelers […]

The Tennessee Titans were involved in one of the biggest shockers of the 2022 NFL draft when they traded AJ Brown to the Eagles. While news of contract talks slowing down swirled, there was hope that the two sides could meet in the middle. Clearly, though, that wasn’t the case, as Brown was traded for […]

The Los Angeles Rams are predictably not present during the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft. True to their “f— them picks” reputation, the reigning champs didn’t have a selection in the first round. However, that didn’t stop head coach Sean McVay from having fun during the yearly event. During a press conference held […]

The Davante Adams trade was arguably the biggest surprise of the 2022 NFL off-season. The ex-Green Bay Packers star requested a trade after being given the franchise tag, citing a desire to play for the Las Vegas Raiders. The front office obliged, sending Adams to Vegas in a massive deal that shook the NFL landscape. […]

It took him a while, but Kenny Pickett’s name has been called in the 2022 NFL draft by the Pittsburgh Steelers. The team drafted him with the 20th overall pick as the potential replacement to Ben Roethlisberger. With that pick, Pickett will be staying in Pitt for the start of his professional career. As Kenny […]

The Baltimore Ravens pulled off a stunner in the 2022 NFL Draft, trading star receiver Marquise Brown to the Cardinals for a first-round pick. The team used that pick to draft safety Kyle Hamilton with the 14th overall pick. The move instantly bolsters their defense, but breaks apart the successful tag-team of Brown and Lamar […]

Deebo Samuel and the San Francisco 49ers are in a bit of a stalemate right now. The do-it-all wide receiver has requested a trade from his current team. However, the Niners aren’t too keen on trading their best offensive weapon, and are trying their best to keep Samuel in tow. Despite the team’s attempts, though, […]

Another hometown star is coming back home to Detroit. Aidan Hutchinson, the standout defensive end from Michigan, has been drafted by the Lions with the second overall pick in the NFL Draft. Hutchinson adds tenacity to a defense that has looked pretty good at times last season. Aidan Hutchinson couldn’t be more excited to stay […]

The NFL world was stunned when the news of Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins’ death broke out earlier in the month. Haskins was one of the better quarterback prospects coming out of college. The former Buckeye actually is one of Ohio State’s record holders in college football. The NFL made sure to pay their respects […]

After hours of speculation, the Jacksonville Jaguars confirmed the rumors by selecting Travon Walker with the first pick in the 2022 NFL draft. The move brings new fire to a young team that is in desperate need of help from both sides of the ball. However… Walker nearly wasn’t able to attend the biggest moment […]

The Phoenix Suns are now backed into a corner. They were already facing an uphill battle when their best player and best scorer went down with an injury. Now, they’re currently tied 2-2 against the New Orleans Pelicans, with the underdog team having all the momentum in the world. This is looking like a dangerous […]

New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado has been a bright spot for the team so far. The undrafted guard has quickly become a fan favorite, due to many reasons. One of these reasons is his “signature” move of sorts, where he sneaks behind an opposing guard and steals the ball in the backcourt. The Pelicans […]

Shohei Ohtani is a one-of-a-kind baseball talent. In a sport that enforces rigid roles to maximize the talent of their players, Ohtani has done something completely insane. The Los Angeles Angels star is both a phenomenal pitcher… and a phenomenal hitter. That two-way excellence is something we haven’t seen since Babe Ruth himself. Many current […]

Brooklyn Nets star Ben Simmons is on the crosshairs of the NBA fanbase… again. This time, Simmons is getting flak after suddenly being ruled out for Game 4 of the their series. Many fans felt like the former Sixers star should try to play through his injury, since it’s an elimination match. Many former and […]

To say that Trae Young was a non-factor in Game 4 of the Atlanta Hawks’ series against the Miami Heat is an understatement. The Heat had a clear game plan for the star heading into the game, and it worked to perfection. The result was a resounding win that puts them at one win away […]

Angel Hernandez is one of the most infamous referees in the MLB… for all the wrong reasons. Fans, players, and managers all take issue with his rather liberal strike zone judgment. Kyle Schwarber and the Philadelphia Phillies got another taste of the Hernandez experience in their match against the Milwaukee Brewers. During the ninth inning […]

With SummerSlam pay-per-view event about to start, fans are reminded of one iconic wrestler that hasn’t been seen since the last iteration of the event. John Cena last appeared on a WWE program during SummerSlam 2021, where he lost to Roman Reigns. Since then, Cena hasn’t appeared in any programs, leaving fans with one question. […]

The Denver Nuggets live to fight another day! Facing eliminating in Game 4 against the Golden State Warriors, Nikola Jokic and co. managed to snag one win, thus preventing a sweep. They are now facing a 3-1 lead against a stacked team that has been getting hot at the right time. Despite the tremendous odds […]

Karl-Anthony Towns podium presence has been rather polarizing, to say the least. His non-committal and easygoing tone can rub some people off the wrong way. Case in point: his “wine” comments after the Minnesota Timberwolves’ Game 3 collapse against the Memphis Grizzlies. Some people took offense to Towns’ statements, saying that he doesn’t care enough. […]