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Florida basketball head coach Todd Golden reacted immediately to Walter Clayton Jr’s crazy 34-point game in the Final Four. In between the Final Four and the national title game, there was some time to reflect. As a result, Golden sat down with Andy Katz and explained his thoughts on Clayton’s clutch gene. "I'm just so […]

Although players come and go, championships last forever, at least to UConn women’s basketball alum Diana Taurasi and current guard Paige Bueckers. After UConn women’s basketball won their 12th national title, it was the first for Bueckers. After a hectic career riddled with individual success and injury, it couldn’t have come at a better time. […]

Plenty of players have shown an affinity for Madison Square Garden. Phoenix Suns star guard Devin Booker is no different. When the Suns took on the New York Knicks, it was another must-win game for the Valley of the Sun. However, after a 112-98 loss, there were some questions. After Booker was rumored to be […]

Before the Phoenix Suns game against the New York Knicks, they are riding a five-game losing streak. It hasn’t pleased point guard Tyus Jones and head coach Mike Budenholzer at all. Following Friday’s game, Jones thinks that his team has a ways to go to get back to winning ways. "We were obviously trying to […]

When JuJu Watkins tore her ACL, the entire NCAA basketball world was in shock. USC women’s basketball took a massive hit with their sophomore guard being ruled out for the remainder of the tournament. However, Watkins joined College Gameday and explained her thought process heading into the recovery process. “I’m a firm believer in everything […]

Both Cooper Flagg and JuJu Watkins continue to make NCAA basketball headlines, as both players won their respective Wooden Awards. For Duke basketball, Flagg had a historic season with his squad. As a freshman, he racked up multiple awards. Some of those include ACC Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, and becoming […]

The Dallas Cowboys have many question marks around them. Following a brutal 2024 season, they are hoping to land some quality pieces in the NFL Draft. Luckily for them, ESPN presented an idea about drafting two players from respective College Football Playoff teams. “The Cowboys’ draft plan should revolve around building up the offense and […]

It’s not often that a freshman can dominate like Sarah Strong has. In the case of UConn women’s basketball though, they have had plenty of dominant freshmen. For instance, Strong joined Maya Moore and Breanna Stewart in UConn women’s basketball history. She became one of three players all-time to score 20+ points in a Final […]

While there were some positives to Shedeur Sanders’s Pro Day, there were also some concerns from others. One of them was involving the Colorado football quarterback’s hitches and double-taps in his workout. Lot of double-taps and hitches from Shedeur today, NFL defenders close windows quickly, this was a concerning workout pic.twitter.com/kzdrPotorl — John Frascella (Football) […]

The Golden State Warriors are riding high on a five-game winning streak. Although point guard Stephen Curry has scored 125 points over the last three games, there is more to the story. Following the game, Curry made a championship declaration about the Warriors. After that response, the superstar elaborated more on his point. “We’re playing […]

After UCLA women’s basketball was on the wrong side of history, UConn made easy work of them. The 85-51 loss was a big pill to swallow for one of the No. 1 seeds in the tournament, especially for Cori Close. The Bruins head coach led her team to the Big Ten conference championship. After UCLA […]

Maya Moore and Sue Bird recently earned Hall of Fame honors, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. The announcement doesn’t come as much of a surprise, considering both players have had Hall of Fame-worthy careers. Both Moore and Bird are two of the WNBA’s greatest players ever. For Bird, she was a 13-time All-Star and […]

When UConn women’s basketball forward Azzi Fudd recommitted to the Huskies, it meant that Paige Bueckers would play alongside her, one last time. Following the Huskies thrashing of UCLA, 85-51, Bueckers explained via ESPN how she felt about Fudd’s performance. From missing an entire season to an ACL injury to dropping 19 PTS in her […]

When Stephen Curry dropped 52 points for the Golden State Warriors, some thought it would be for one game. However, like many, head coach Steve Kerr witnessed the sustained success. Over three games, Curry dropped a combined 125 points. In the 118-104 win over the Denver Nuggets, the point guard dropped 36 points. Following the […]

For over five years, Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns have had winning ways. In the 2024-25 season, it has been anything but. Although love might be keeping Booker with the Suns, it hasn’t made matters any easier. Following a 123-103 loss to the Boston Celtics on Friday, it marked a 35-42 record for Phoenix. […]

In his first game since March 16, Bradley Beal’s 1-point dud had some brutal fan reactions. Not to mention, the Phoenix Suns ended up losing Friday’s contest, 123-103 to the Boston Celtics. Following the game, Beal explained to AZCentral’s Duane Rankin regarding his first game back. Bradley Beal says his left hamstring feels good after […]

After Bradley Beal returned for the Phoenix Suns, his first game back didn’t go as expected. In 30 minutes of action, he posted only one point, four rebounds, and five assists. As the Suns are in the thick of the play-in race, they are inching further and further away from it. Although Kevin Durant has […]

Although the Phoenix Suns are in the hunt for a play-in spot, this season has been one to forget. A team with Devin Booker, Kevin Durant, and Bradley Beal should register more than the 35 wins they have. However, there have been a multitude of issues this season. For starters, the Suns benched Beal at […]

Even though the Pittsburgh Steelers and Aaron Rodgers have been in discussions, the team brought Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart in for a pre-draft visit, according to Alan Saunders on X (formerly Twitter) The move is a bit interesting, but not too surprising. The Steelers have their first-round pick but not a second. As a […]

While Duke basketball freshman Cooper Flagg has had a historic season, he only continues to add to it. Most recently, he won the AP National Player of the Year, per release. The freshman forward averaged 18.9 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game. Not to mention, Flagg took home the ACC Player of the […]

While Travis Hunter has been compared to Shohei Ohtani for his dual-threat game, the Colorado football star made a huge announcement for his Pro Day. After Hunter wasn’t likely to work out at his Pro Day, James Palmer said on X (formerly Twitter) that Hunter would run routes. This is huge, considering there are debates […]

Both Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl and St John’s head coach Rick Pitino won the 2024-25 co-Coach of the Year. This marks the first tie for the award in men’s college basketball history. Although there was a tie, both programs were unbelievable. For instance, Pitino’s St John’s squad won the Big East tournament, and regular […]

Once the New York Mets signed Juan Soto to the most lucrative MLB contract in history, their payroll continued to increased. So much so that it even surpassed the Los Angeles Dodgers. According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, he mentioned that the Mets $323.1 million payroll beats out the $321.3 million from the Dodgers. […]

When Zachariah Branch transferred to Georgia football, they were getting a dog at the wide receiver position. However, Branch saw another dog in the team in quarterback Gunner Stockton. The latter performed for the Bulldogs during the College Football Playoff. Although he wasn’t technically the go-to guy (that went to Carson Beck), Stockton made the […]

Former Washington Mystics star Elena Delle Donne announced her retirement, according to Khristina Williams on X (formerly Twitter). After Delle Donne shockingly left the Mystics following a supermax offer, many were wondering why. However, the former Delaware standout suffered a variety of back issues. Not to mention, those back issues kept her injured over the […]

If this is it for Chris Paul, the San Antonio Spurs point guard has had an unbelievable career. Although NBA insider Brian Windhorst weighed in on Paul’s future, the end might be near. In an Andscape.com article by Marc Spears, the point guard seems to have no regrets about his career. “I’m proud. Grateful, I […]

After not playing since March 16, Bradley Beal could make his return for the Phoenix Suns, according to Duane Rankin of AZCentral.com While Suns fans and Beal were frustrated with the injuries, his return might come at a crucial time. Phoenix is 11th in the Western Conference and would be out of the play-in tournament. […]

For as great as Chris Paul is for the San Antonio Spurs, father time might be catching up to him. Although he’s been a major veteran presence for the team, the point guard is in his 20th season. Even though Paul turned back the clock for the Spurs against the Boston Celtics, his age might […]

The Arizona Cardinals and Trey McBride agreed on a four-year, $76 million contract, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. After McBride made unfortunate NFL history with the Cardinals, he is ready for a new chapter. The tight end finished with the third-most receiving yards for his position group. Furthermore, McBride led the Cardinals in […]

Although UConn basketball had some guys to look for in the transfer portal, they unexpectedly found a gem in the portal. The Huskies landed Silas Demary from Georgia, according to Jeff Goodman of The Field of 68. The report comes at a much-needed time for the program. After UConn basketball lost Liam McNeeley to the […]

With Shai Gilgeous-Alexander being in the MVP race, former Oklahoma City Thunder forward Carmelo Anthony gave a penny for his thoughts. He sees Gilgeous-Alexander as one of his banana boat buddies. "This is the beginning of a run for him… He's the evolution of a Penny Hardaway, of a Dwyane Wade… And he's James [Harden] […]

After the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Denver Nuggets on Monday, it marked the fourth straight win for the Timberwolves over the Nuggets this season. Center DeAndre Jordan sees it as a problem. Two of the Nuggets’ losses to the Timberwolves were close. 140-139 and 119-116, respectively. However, the other two were blowouts, 115-95 and 133-104. […]

When Nikola Jokic shoved Markieff Morris during a Denver Nuggets game, it was unlike anything anyone had seen. Normally, Jokic is very mild-mannered and even-keeled. However, Morris must’ve gotten under Jokic’s skin. Now, the former Miami Heat forward isn’t letting go of that moment. On ESPN’s First Take, he said a Top 20 take regarding […]

As successful as the Boston Celtics are, head coach Joe Mazzulla is laser-focused on the end goal. When he was awarded the Coach of the Month award for March, he gave a hilarious response. “It’s the dumbest thing ever,” Mazzulla said via Justin Turpin on X (formerly Twitter). The head coach is focused on repeating […]

Although college basketball coaches don’t like the transfer portal, Richard Pitino had some thoughts about it. After Xavier basketball hired Pitino following Sean Miller’s departure to Texas, some questioned the move. People feel there isn’t a sense of loyalty in the sport anymore. On the Rich Eisen Show, the new head coach feels that his […]

According to ESPN insider Shams Charania, the New Orleans Pelicans and Zion Williamson might be no longer over the summer. It might come to fruition after the Pelicans teased trading Williamson during the season. On the Pat McAfee Show, Charania detailed the hesitant, yet necessary move the franchise might need to make “The last thing […]

Throughout the 2024-25 season, injuries and Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal have been synonymous with one another. While Beal was ruled out for one week during a crucial Suns stretch, he might be making his return. However, it hasn’t stopped fans from expressing their frustrations. The majority of it has been centered around Beal. They […]

Many former NBA veterans feel that the league has gone soft. One of those is former Phoenix Suns All-Star Dan Majerle. Even with the Suns’ disappointing 2024-25 season, there are more problems than just his former team. On the Bickley & Marotta Show, Majerle explained on Monday why he thinks the NBA isn’t what it […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks and Ketel Marte’s relationship will keep on keeping on. After Marte was seeking a lucrative contract, he got his wish. According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, Marte and the club agreed to a $116.5 million extension that will keep him with the team until at least 2030. Marte has […]