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Thursday night’s much-anticipated matchup between the Philadelphia 76ers and Brooklyn Nets was supposed to be James Harden’s night. After asking to be traded from Brooklyn, this game was supposed to be him proving to Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving that they needed him. It was going to be his redemption game. Unfortunately… things didn’t go […]

The Ben Simmons sage left a bad taste on a lot of Philadelphia 76ers fan. It’s understandable why they’d be miffed about Simmons; after being a massive liability in the post-season, the Australian point guard refused to show up to the team after making a trade demand. In the end, though, the saga ended with […]

Calvin Ridley’s suspension from the NFL next season sent shockwaves around the league. The Atlanta Falcons star, who missed most of last season due to personal reasons, was barred from playing in 2022 due to gambling on NFL games during his absence. It was a big talking point amongst fans, and one Philadelphia Eagles player […]

Kristaps Porzingis’ debut with the Washington Wizards couldn’t have gone any better. Returning from an injury he suffered while with the Mavs, the Latvian phenom dropped 27 points on 7 of 12 shooting from the field, along with 5 rebounds and 2 blocks. It was the kind of performance we’d see from Porzingis back in […]

The New Orleans Pelicans were deemed an afterthought this season. Zion Williamson missing the entire season and a general lack of competitive fire from everyone led to the team languishing at the bottom of the Western Conference. The countless rumors that surrounded Williamson simply added fuel to a growing dumpster fire. However, an unlikely fireman […]

Kevin Durant became just the latest member of the 25,000 career points club, joining an elite list of names. The Brooklyn Nets star did this during their game against the Boston Celtics. It’s an incredible achievement, one that not a lot of former stars can say they’ve ever reached. Kyrie Irving certainly thinks he can […]

Nikola Jokic is out for blood this season. The Denver Nuggets star seemingly isn’t satisfied with winning just one MVP, as he’s been hell-bent on carrying his team. His monstrous performances have been the saving grace of Mile High Basketball this season. Against a surging Pelicans team, the Nuggets star had to bring his A-game […]

The difference between Julius Randle’s 2020 and 2021 seasons are night and day. Just last year, New York Knicks fans thought that the former Lakers lottery pick has finally found his groove, earning his first All-Star nod. However, this year, Randle has regressed significantly, going from All-Star to just a “meh” player. Add to that […]

Jaromir Jagr is one of the best players to ever play in the NHL. His skills on the ice cannot be understated, as he holds multiple records despite not playing in the league for a long time. However, his greatest asset may as well be his compassion for others, as seen with his recent moves […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are having a terrific start after the All-Star break, winning their last four games in decisive fashion. It’s a surprising twist for a team pegged to be one of the worst in the league. Brandon Ingram’s casual half-court buzzer-beater against the Denver Nuggets on Sunday is indicative of how good the […]

LeBron James pulled out his best game for an extremely pivotal matchup, scoring 56 points against the Golden State Warriors to power the Los Angeles Lakers to a win. It was a game that was so amazing to watch, both for fans and the players themselves. It turns out, not even the King is immune […]

LeBron James’ 56-point outing against the Golden State Warriors is a work of art on it’s own. However, amidst the greatness of that performance, it’s easy to forget that the Los Angeles Lakers star has been nursing a knee injury all season long. After said game against the Warriors, LeBron James talked about playing through […]

These are turbulent times within the Los Angeles Lakers locker room. Amidst a rapidly spiraling season, rumors surrounding the team have spread all over social media. Chief among these rumors are the purported suggestion to bench former MVP candidate Russell Westbrook, as the star has visibly struggled at times during the season. After a huge […]

LeBron James has done it again. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar has been rather quiet (by his standards) in the last few games, with him turning in a routine 20 to 30 point performance everything. We were bound to get another statement game from him in the next few days, especially with the media coverage […]

LeBron James, man. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar proved that he still got what it takes to be the best player in the league against the Golden State Warriors. LeBron poured in a massive 56-point performance to will his team to a comeback win to attempt to salvage their season. After the game, Alex Caruso, […]

When you think of LeBron James, you don’t usually think of three-point shots. Sure, the Los Angeles Lakers superstar has made his fair share of iconic three-point shots. However, LeBron is a pretty good three-point shooter in his own right. There’s no question that if the situation called for it, he can drain attempts from […]

Stephen Curry has a penchant for hitting the craziest circus shots during a game. The Golden State Warriors star isn’t afraid to shoot any type of shot from anywhere. When you’re the greatest shooter in the planet, why wouldn’t you try the shots that Curry routinely attempts? Against the Lakers, the Warriors star showed off […]

Look away, Sacramento Kings fans. The much-maligned franchise has been the butt of many NBA jokesters for a long time now. Somehow, someway, the Kings have always been, well… bad. Even when they had studs like DeMarcus Cousins, Tyreek Hill, and currently De’Aaron Fox, they have failed to be successful. This season is shaping up […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ offseason trade for Russell Westbrook was extremely polarizing at the time. Fans were split on whether this trade would actually help them win a championship. Halfway into the season, it’s become increasingly clear that the trade was a dud for the franchise. Sitting at 27 – 35, the Lakers are nowhere […]

What was supposed to be a memorable moment for Coach K and the Blue Devils faithful became a memory they’d rather forget. In what shapes up to be Mike Krzyzewski’s final home game, Duke University lost to old-time rivals University of North Carolina 94 – 81. It was not the send-off fans were hoping to […]

It the end of the trade deadline, most fans didn’t have high expectations for the New Orleans Pelicans. Sure, they did trade for CJ McCollum at the buzzer, but most people deemed that it wouldn’t be enough to move the needle. With Zion Williamson still on the mend, many expected them to languish at the […]

Cam Johnson’s Friday night performance was something to behold. Without Chris Paul, the young forward took the brunt of the scoring load for the Phoenix Suns, scoring a career-high 38 points on nine triples against Julius Randle and the New York Knicks. However, his final three was the most pivotal, sinking a DEEP three-pointer at […]

DeMarcus Cousins is having a renaissance with the Denver Nuggets. After being signed for the rest of the season, the former Pelicans and Kings star is proving he’s still got what it takes to be a great NBA player. He’s been a vital part for the team keeping themselves afloat despite their injuries. His masterpiece, […]

Friday night’s matchup between the Chicago Bulls and Milwaukee Bucks shaped up to be a tense occasion. It’s not because of the quality of the teams, though that played a little factor. The biggest storyline heading into the game was Grayson Allen, who made an enemy out of Bulls fans after a nasty foul on […]

James Harden’s run with the Philadelphia 76ers has started off better than most fans expected. The former Brooklyn Nets star and two-time MVP returned to his world-breaking ways in his new team, leading the team to a 4-0 record since being traded there. He’s been a breath of fresh air after the Ben Simmons debacle. […]

Being a mop boy is one of the more underrated jobs on any basketball court. With players dripping sweat on the slick wooden floor, mopping the court constantly is a way to avoid dangerous falls from players. During the game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Oklahoma City Thunder, a few mop boys learned about […]

Chicago Bulls fans continue to be thankful for DeMar DeRozan’s presence everyday. The former Raptors and Spurs swingman is having a renaissance like no other with his new team, barging his way into MVP conversations with insane scoring performances. He’s brought much-needed basketball success to a city starved with wins for the last few years. […]

James Harden and Joel Embiid just became the most deadly duo in the NBA today. The former joined up with Embiid after the Brooklyn Nets traded him to the Philadelphia 76ers for Ben Simmons. Now, two MVP candidates reside in Philly, making things a lot more scary for the Eastern Conference. It’s about to even […]

Amari Cooper’s free agency status has been the biggest question surrounding the Dallas Cowboys this off-season. Despite Cooper’s status as one of the better wide-outs in the league, the franchise seems to be leaning towards keeping Michael Gallup and CeeDee Lamb for 2022. According to this rumor from Sports Illustrated, there’s a big reason why […]

The WNBA has come under fire recently for some sanctions they imposed on the New York Liberty. The team’s owners, Joe Tsai and Clara Wu Tsai, reportedly chartered flights for the team last season. This, apparently, was in violation of the league’s collective bargaining agreement. As a result, the Liberty nearly got their franchise revoked. […]

Amid the ongoing crisis in Ukraine due to Russia’s invasion, ESL has taken their own measures in protesting for Ukraine. Following in the footsteps of Blast Premier, ESL has announced that they are banning organizations with “ties to the Russian government” from playing in ESL Pro League 15. Thus far, they have identified Virtus.Pro and […]

This has been a disastrous season for the Los Angeles Lakers. There’s no other way around it. When you have LeBron James on your team, anything other than a Finals appearance is a failure. Failing to make the playoffs? That’s basically akin to catastrophe for any LeBron team. In LeBron’s tenure in LA, the Lakers […]

Charles Barkley has always been an outspoken person when it comes to, well, everything. The former NBA legend turned TV personality has had his fair share of moments where he goes off on a tangent. However, his latest declaration regarding the Los Angeles Lakers might be his most hilarious masterpiece so far. During their critically […]

Melvin Gordon was one of the bright spots for the Denver Broncos’ offense last season. Despite the offense being… well, not good, Gordon’s stellar ground game kept the team afloat for most of the season. With Gordon’s contract expiring this year, the franchise faces a major decision on their running back. If it was up […]

The Dallas Cowboys are in a weird situation with their wide receivers this offseason. With major free agents like Amari Cooper and Michael Gallup, it’s inevitable that one of their top wide-outs will be moving on to a different team next season. The common consensus is that Cooper is the untouchable one, due to his […]

Bam Adebayo has been a revelation for the Miami Heat. The former lottery pick has developed into one of the most versatile big men in the league, with the ability to do most things on the court. He’s a big reason why his team is currently in the running to be the best team in […]

Shabazz Muhammad is one of the many lottery picks Minnesota Timberwolves fans wouldn’t want to talk about. The 14th overall pick in 2013, Muhammad would show flashes of brilliance on the offensive side of the ball. However, his measly defense cost him a spot on the team, and eventually, the league. Despite that, Shabazz Muhammad […]

Trevor Bauer’s career has been a wild rollercoaster thus far. The latest addition to the Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher’s story is a high-profile sexual assault lawsuit filed against him last year. After this lawsuit was made public, the league placed Bauer on administrative leave, as coverage of the case started to spread. Now, the Dodgers […]

For more than a decade, many NBA fans have been clamoring for one thing: The return of the Seattle SuperSonics. An issue surrounding Seattle’s home stadium in 2008 led to the franchise being sold to Oklahoma City, forming the Thunder today. Since then, many fans have been patiently awaiting the Sonics’ comeback. With the league […]