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There was a concerning back injury with New York Yankees slugger Paul Goldschmidt only a few days ago. Now it seems that it was an exaggeration. Bryan Hoch, the Yankees writer for MLB.com, put out a tweet about Goldschmidt’s status for Opening Day. Paul Goldschmidt said his back is “100 percent or close to it,” […]

As Clemson basketball endured an upset with McNeese State, it caught the basketball world on fire. One of the quickest to respond was Stephen A Smith. The latter spoke on First Take Friday morning about his honest thoughts regarding the Tigers program. “The bottom line is, Clemson was historically bad,” Smith said. “You walked away […]

One of the most lopsided matchups came between Georgia basketball and Gonzaga on Thursday. The 89-68 victory by Gonzaga wasn’t appealing to Georgia head coach Mike White. Following the game, he made sure to give his props to his opponent. “Gonzaga’s really good,” White said via CBS Sports on X (formerly Twitter). “Perhaps under-seeded.” Gonzaga […]

Walking into Thursday’s game, McNeese State basketball team manager Amir Khan did his best Shedeur Sanders impression. The iced-out chains and watches might’ve led to an upset win against Clemson. Either way, it an abysmal showing from the Tigers, especially in the first half, where they only scored 13 points. After that, Clemson kept the […]

Even the best of us can make an impromptu mistake, as was the case for Jim Jackson. During the first round of March Madness, Jackson said during the Wofford and Tennessee matchup something interesting. He referenced the Terriers as the Terrapins two times during the game. The Terrapins are referring to Maryland, who will play […]

With one of the biggest blowouts in the NCAA tournament, Gonzaga basketball defeated Georgia, 89-68 on Thursday. Despite the victory though, head coach Mark Few was the least bit surprised. However, he wasn’t impressed in the slightest. Following the game, he explained via CBS Sports on X (formerly Twitter) what the standard is for Gonzaga […]

The Jimmy Butler effect is in full throttle with the Golden State Warriors. Ever since the Miami Heat traded Butler to the Warriors, it’s been a match made in heaven. The team is 16-2 when Butler plays. His playmaking, defense, and overall championship IQ are essential. It also fits right in with the Warriors’ culture. […]

Nostalgia was a dish that BYU basketball hoped to have against VCU, and luckily they got it. Former Cougars standout guard Jimmer Fredette was spotted supporting his alma mater on Thursday. While BYU basketball came away with the victory, Fredette has been a regular supporter of the program. Still, they haven’t had much of a […]

When Louisville basketball and Creighton squared off in the first round, it was bound to be a close game. However, Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey made a move that cost his team the game. He picked up a technical foul that swung the momentum of the game in the Blue Jays favor. As a result, […]

The Green Bay Packers have some work to do with their defensive backroom. After the Packers could trade Jaire Alexander, Todd McShay has his eyes on someone special, with that being Will Johnson. The Michigan standout is the No. 2-ranked defensive back in the 2025 NFL Draft. Although Travis Hunter is the clear favorite, it […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in a bit of a pickle. With the NFL Draft coming up, they have been eye-balling quarterback Jalen Milroe. After Milroe ran a crazy 4.37 40-yard dash at his pro day, the team wanted to see more. They took him to dinner in Alabama that evening. However, it caught the attention […]

As Creighton basketball went against Louisville in the first round of the NCAA tournament, Blue Jays guard Jamiya Neal had a game of games. For the first time since 2003, he posted a career-high 27 points in the win. Also, 25+ points, 10+ rebounds, and five or more assists while shooting over 60% from the […]

Kendrick Perkins has always been known for some outlandish takes. However, this one was filled with love towards current Denver Nuggets point guard, Russell Westbrook. After Westbrook dropped a triple-double against the Golden State Warriors on Monday, Perkins remembered how great his teammate was. On the Road Trippin Podcast, he detailed where Westbrook ranks for […]

While the talk of McNeese basketball has been about Will Wade, their basketball manager, Amir Khan might be stealing the spotlight away from him. Before Thursday’s game against Clemson, Khan posted a photo of him in iced-out watches and chains. He was doing his best Shedeur Sanders celebration. He’s been gaining much traction since the […]

As soon as Deion Sanders entertained a joint practice with other teams, it was something that intrigued Florida State football head coach Mike Norvell’s attention. In an interview with On3 Sports, he explained how that thought planted a seed for what could happen. “It’s definitely something I think people will continue to talk about as […]

Alabama basketball senior Grant Nelson had an injury update from head coach Nate Oats a few days ago. However, Nelson himself dropped a key injury update ahead of Friday’s game against Robert Morris. “If I can help our team win, I’m gonna play, but it’s a game-time decision right now,” Nelson said via The Next […]

North Carolina football and head coach Bill Belichick landed a significant Penn State transfer, according to On3 Sports. Defensive end Smith Vilbert told his university that he will be moving from State College to Chapel Hill this upcoming season. In 16 games, he had four tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks. Even though Vilbert finished […]

Old rivalries never die, as is the case for Miami Heat president Pat Riley and Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler. After the Heat traded Butler to the Warriors, it was a part of a months-long saga between the two. For starters, Butler wanted a contract extension. Most importantly, he wanted to be valued and […]

The ongoing story of the Phoenix Suns rookies continues following a 127-121 win over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday. While the duo of Ryan Dunn and Oso Ighodaro have lit up the PHX Arena, Devin Booker has seen it up close. The constant work, dedication, and commitment to the craft is one that Booker is […]

When the Phoenix Suns drafted Ryan Dunn, they were drafting a defensive specialist. However, there were looming questions surrounding his three-point shot. It had been nonexistent the entirety of his collegiate career. There were even moments where his free throw shooting was a concern. His air-balled some free throws, which people immediately pointed to. Much […]

Could St John’s basketball and Arkansas square off in the same pod? If they do, the Red Storm head coach, Rick Pitino, isn’t concerned about facing John Calipari. After St John’s basketball won the Big East title, they are hoping to continue their success. Even with the caliber of head coaches, Pitino is less than […]

Two games was all it took for Indiana basketball to hire Darian DeVries as their next head coach. However, the two games they looked at were quite interesting, to say the least. Zach Osterman of the IndyStar reported an interesting tidbit about the search on X (formerly Twitter). (Scott) Dolson says when the search began, […]

For the second-consecutive season, Arizona State basketball head coach Bobby Hurley will be watching the NCAA Tournament from home. After Arizona State basketball brought back Hurley, he had a chance to see how elite the Big 12 conference is. Following a 4-16 record in conference play, it might be the most balanced conference in the […]

Changes can happen across college basketball in an instant, as NC State basketball fired head coach Kevin Keats in March. The move came following a disastrous season, which current McNeese State head coach Will Wade has had his eyes on. When asked about the job opening and if he’d looked into it, he had a […]

When Indiana basketball hired Darian DeVries from West Virginia, it excited no one more than DeVries himself. Having the opportunity to coach one of the elite programs in the country is a major selling point. Not to mention, the history of Indiana basketball with Bob Knight is excellent alone. He propelled the Hoosiers as one […]

As Duke basketball secured the ACC championship without Cooper Flagg, they look even scarier. Many thought they wouldn’t be the favorite over a team like Florida. However, those skeptics are mistaken. A report by ESPN confirms that the Blue Devils are the narrow favorite to win the 2025 NCAA tournament over Florida. While the latter […]

The Chicago Bears have made a barrage of moves since the free agency period began. However, there is one area that new Bears head coach Ben Johnson might want to address with running back D’Andre Swift. One of those is the running back situation. With the Detroit Lions, Johnson had a two-man attack of David […]

Even though the New York Jets gave Justin Fields a $40 million contract, it hasn’t ruled out the possibility of drafting a quarterback. As the weeks have gone on, Ole Miss football quarterback Jaxson Dart has been a point of discussion. In his senior season, he led the SEC in completion percentage (69.3%) and passing […]

The relationship between Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green has lifted the Golden State Warriors. Following the Warriors 104-93 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday, the team is now 15-2 with Butler in the lineup. While Green issued the Warriors championship expectation, Butler feels the same way. After Green posted three points, 10 rebounds, and […]

Cooper Flagg has been the star of Duke basketball the entire season. However, Flagg’s teammate Kon Knueppel stole the show during the ACC tournament. After Flagg had an ankle injury, Knueppel had to finish the conference tournament without his running mate. It didn’t matter though, as Duke basketball won the ACC tournament. Not to mention, […]

The Phoenix Suns are inching closer and closer to a play-in spot. No one feels that more than shooting guard Devin Booker. Since the All-Star break, he’s made a point of emphasis on looking at the standings. “We need to win games, and I’m praying on nobody’s downfall,” Booker said following Monday’s 129-89 win. “But […]

A new era of NBA basketball has meant less physicality, according to Shaquille O’Neal. He believes that Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has been a beneficiary of that. While James eclipsed the 50,000 total point mark, he might make a run for the regular-season milestone of 50,000 points. On O’Neal’s podcast, the latter explained […]

The 2025 NFL Draft presents an interesting case for many, including Los Angeles Rams general manager Les Snead. The latter had quite the draft the year prior. The Rams selected Jared Verse 19th overall, something that might’ve not happened in this year’s draft. On the Pat McAfee Show, the Rams general manager detailed about the […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ offseason has caught the eye of many, including former head coach Bill Cowher. As two of the top quarterbacks, Russell Wilson and Aaron Rodgers remain on the market, there have been questions. After Justin Fields signed with the New York Jets, the options might be dwindling. Not to mention, Rodgers has teased […]

Someone was a part of the Houston Astros trading Kyle Tucker. His name? Chas McCormick. He’s been one of the more highly coveted prospects that the Astros received from the Chicago Cubs. However, his spring training hasn’t gone the way McCormick or anyone else would’ve hoped for. He is 4-for-24 in Grapefruit League games. Regardless […]

As Brandon Graham retired from the Philadelphia Eagles, reactions have begun to fly in from everywhere. Most notably, Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie put out a long statement on X (formerly Twitter) about the retirement. The message included Graham’s accomplishments, how he was as a teammate, and a leader off of the field. As he played […]

When the Vancouver Canucks traded JT Miller to the New York Rangers, it ended a split between the fanbase. However, one NHL insider believes that Canucks winger Quinn Hughes played a pivotal part in Miller being traded. NHL insider Elliotte Freidman reported his thoughts via X, formerly Twitter, regarding the move. “I think Hughes really […]

Jokes throughout spring training circled Shota Imanaga and the Chicago Cubs about starting in Tokyo to open the season. Luckily, that wish came to fruition on Tuesday. During the season opener, Imanaga threw four hitless innings before being removed after 69 pitches. He gave up four walks but challenged the Los Angeles Dodgers. His movement […]

The Cincinnati Bengals have done right, in the eyes of Robert Griffin III. After the Bengals re-signed Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, quarterback Joe Burrow has his two premier receivers back. As a result, it has Griffin III more than optimistic about the Bengals. In a X (formerly Twitter) post, he posted a video and […]