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Even when Juan Soto signed a historic $765 million contract with the New York Mets, some were not a fan of the move. It wasn’t only the money but the length of the deal. It’s a 15-year deal. Although he’s 25 years old right now, he’ll finish his contract when he’s 40 years old. Soto […]

Former NBA All-Defensive and NBA All-Star guard Rajon Rondo is one of the latest to criticize the 2025 game. After the NBA revealed San Francisco to be the location of the All-Star Game, it was a breath of fresh air. However, Rondo believes that there needs to be more thought within the game itself. He […]

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert recently showed his competitive side in a loss against the Milwaukee Bucks. Immediately following the game, Gobert called out the referees’ inconsistency in the loss. However, as he knows, the blame doesn’t fall on one group of people. He took accountability, yet remained frustrated with the outcome of the game. […]

When Karl-Anthony Towns secured a New York Knicks franchise milestone one game before, the center had another jaw-dropping performance. Luckily, he took some inspiration from his former teammate, Anthony Edwards. It remained impressive when the big man posted 44 points and 10 rebounds in Wednesday’s overtime win. After the game, Towns spoke to reporters about […]

Tuesday night was one for the ages, as Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant hit his 30,000th point. His head coach, Mike Budenholzer, watched his star sink the free throw to give him 26 points on the night. As the fans came out of their seats and cheered, the head coach reflected on his amazing career. […]

A money counter registering to 30,000 simulates Nike’s appreciation of Kevin Durant’s historic milestone. After Durant reached 30,000 points on Tuesday, the Phoenix Suns star had his share of shoutouts from the basketball world. Fans, other players, and his shoe company have all paid homage to him. Considering he’s in his age-36 season and sustained […]

Although the 119-114 victory over the Phoenix Suns was nice, Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant has nothing but nice things to say about Kevin Durant. At the end of the third quarter, Durant hit his 30,000th career point. It’s a remarkable feat and one that few have been able to do. Following the game, Morant […]

The moment Kevin Durant hit his 30,000 career point, the Phoenix Suns star etched his name in the history books. However, his historic mark has come with plenty of reactions. For example, one account said that Durant is “Top 10 all-time easily.” Another fan responded with this gif, saying “How many more milestones can Durant […]

From a free throw at the beginning to another free throw, Kevin Durant has etched his name in the record books and surpassed the 30,000-point mark against the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday. He needed 27 points to eclipse the mark, and he officially is in the 30,000-point club. That was a good chunk of the […]

Kevin Durant’s pursuit of 30,000 points has eyes on him from every direction. Now, Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins might be on the receiving end before Tuesday’s game. However, he gave the Suns’ star his praise and flowers before Tuesday’s game. “I don’t know if there’s enough time to list off all the superlatives,” […]

Although Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark isn’t playing in Unrivaled this season, co-founder Napheesa Collier is hoping that it happens soon. However, Clark had a crazy introduction to the league. She came straight from college and still played all 40 games. Clark won the Rookie of the Year award and reached the playoffs. Still, she […]

Unrivaled has been the talk of the WNBA offseason, as well as Paige Bueckers and JuJu Watkins. The latter two had one of the best Elite Eight performances in the 2024 NCAA tournament. However, both players have expressed interest in playing in the new 3×3 league. Co-founder Napheesa Collier sees Unrivaled putting pressure on the […]

Who could the Los Angeles Lakers secure as a free agent? Stephen A. Smith feels that the Lakers should sign Dwight Howard. The former center was a pivotal part of the 2020 NBA Finals. For example, Howard limited Nikola Jokic mightily in the playoff series. Even after his Lakers stint, he proved to be a […]

The Los Angeles Lakers trading for Luka Doncic couldn’t have been better. However, NBA insider Brian Windhorst feels that they don’t have enough. Despite two of the top ball-handlers and IQ players on the same team, Windhorst isn’t buying it. He elaborated more on ESPN’s Get Up. “Luka’s acquisition has no doubt raised the ceiling […]

As Kyle Kuzma and Khris Middleton were traded for one another, Milwaukee Bucks general manager Jon Horst saw a different vision. Although some see the vision of Middleton’s age, that wasn’t what the general manager thought. It was quite the opposite. He explained to reporters via ESPN before Monday’s game about why the move took […]

When the Toronto Raptors traded for Brandon Ingram before the deadline, Scottie Barnes had a new running mate. After he spent this season with the New Orleans Pelicans, he’s in a new conference and a new conference. Luckily, head coach Darko Rajakovic doesn’t see too much of a concern. Even with incorporating an all-star like […]

When the New York Jets and Aaron Rodgers departed from one another, some of the reasons go further than the gridiron. Even though the team had a rocky 2024 season, Rodgers still performed well, but it was his weekly appearances on the Pat McAfee Show that sealed the deal. Every Tuesday, he would be a […]

Even the superstars need that reinforcement, and that’s how Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry feels with Jimmy Butler on his team. When Butler was traded to the Warriors, it sparked some concern from outsiders. However, the immediate impacts are too evident to deny. Curry has scored 30+ in his last four games, and Butler […]

The Jimmy Butler era is off to a great start for the Golden State Warriors. He posted 20 points, nine rebounds, and six assists in his second game. He also shot 12-15 from the free-throw line. Still, Butler joined the Kevin Durant club in his second game with the Warriors. Butler doesn’t care about that. […]

Legends come and go in the NBA, but Phoenix Suns head coach Mike Budenholzer has always been fascinated with Hubie Brown. The latter spent 15 seasons as a head coach in the NBA/ABA. He brought a certain knowledge, wisdom, and clarity to basketball that many haven’t seen. As Brown broadcasted his final game on Sunday, […]

As numerous Phoenix Suns players have refuted a toxic locker room, Kevin Durant is the newest player to be added to that list. Most of the rumors have surrounded him, as the team nearly sent him to another team at the trade deadline. The initial claim came from ESPN and senior writer Ramona Shelburne. Regardless, […]

The San Francisco 49ers season didn’t end the way anyone wanted, especially quarterback Brock Purdy. As he finished his rookie season, he is eligible for a contract extension. For example, rumors have circulated about Purdy making roughly $55-60 million per year. Plenty of fans and even teammates have advocated for the former Iowa State quarterback. […]

The newest era of Los Angeles Lakers basketball now includes Luka Doncic. After the Lakers traded for Doncic towards the end of the NBA trade deadline, he’s drawn comparisons to Magic Johnson. They both have similar and flashy games. They’re both tall for the position, primary ball-handlers, and have made their teammates better. A former […]

When Anthony Davis was traded to the Dallas Mavericks, the former Los Angeles Lakers star had some concerns. After Davis demanded that the Lakers trade for a center, he was the one who was sent away. Even with the team trying to trade for Mark Williams, that trade was rescinded unexpectedly. However, there was some […]

When the Los Angeles Lakers had a failed Mark Williams trade on Saturday, it sparked some concern about their newest player, Luka Doncic. The move for Williams was one to appease their new superstar. The athletic big is known for his rim protection, as well as interior presence. However, he’s been injury-prone, and the trade […]

The Kansas City Chiefs were emotional after losing to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX. One of those players was Justin Reid. The third-year safety for the team had gone back-to-back for Super Bowl wins. Funny enough, Reid made a bold three-peat declaration for the Chiefs this season. However, his squad came up short. […]

An AJ Brown touchdown celebration for the Philadelphia Eagles wasn’t the most eye-catching performance he had. Even though he posted three catches for 43 yards and a touchdown, his memorable moment came after the game. Brown put on his best motivational speaker hat when asked how his team played to The Athletic’s Dianna Russini. “Our […]

On the heels of a back-to-back set, Phoenix Suns center Bol Bol made the most of his opportunity against the Denver Nuggets. He dropped 19 points, seven rebounds and four blocks in 30 minutes, all of which were season-highs. Bol has had a career resurgence since being with the Suns. Every time he stepped on […]

With 0.9 seconds left in the fourth quarter, fans exited the arena, but it was more than enough time for Grayson Allen to hit a 3-pointer that sent the Phoenix Suns to overtime. After the Utah Jazz went on a 22-5 in the final quarter, Allen’s heroics injected a jolt of life into the team […]

The 2024-25 Miami Heat and guard Terry Rozier have a similar sentiment about how the first 50 games of their season have been. “Super mediocre,” Rozier said, via Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald. The 25-25 record should have an asterisk on it, considering what they dealt with. After the Heat traded Jimmy Butler in […]

The trade deadline came down to the wire for Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart and general manager, Zach Kleiman. After the Grizzlies traded Smart in a 3-team deal, reactions poured in. Many of which were fired at Memphis, roasting them for the trade. Although no one understood the move, Kleiman certainly did. He explained more […]

Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones is a fan of Brian Schottenheimer. When the Cowboys officially hired Schottenheimer to be their next head coach, it raised some eyebrows. However, Jones remains confident in what his first-year head coach can do. He explained more to The Athletic’s NFL insider Dianna Russini at the NFL […]

The Natasha Cloud and Phoenix Mercury trade was one that many didn’t expect. Although the Mercury made a massive trade for Alyssa Thomas, someone of Cloud’s character and skill wasn’t expected to be part of the move. In her lone year with the team, she made an immediate impression on her teammates and the fanbase. […]

Over the past 24 hours, the Phoenix Suns have had reports of a toxic locker room. However, head coach Mike Budenholzer wasn’t buying any of it. Although the initial report came from ESPN, Suns players refuted the toxic locker room environment. Some of it was because of trade rumors involving Kevin Durant. Some of the […]

With the NBA trade deadline a little over 24 hours from being complete, Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal remains on the roster. However, it doesn’t come to general manager, James Jones’s surprise. Although there were plenty of trade rumors surrounding Beal and the Suns, he was never dealt. When Jones spoke to reporters before Friday’s […]

Ever since teams inquired about Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant in a possible trade, once again, are the talk of the NBA. Like previous times, it hasn’t been good publicity. After ESPN’s NBA insider Shams Charania reported that a 3-team deal nearly took place, Durant refused. It would’ve been between the Miami Heat, the Golden […]

The aftermath of the Luka Doncic trade is being felt by Dallas Mavericks fans. However, TNT sideline reporter Allie LaForce sent a fierce reminder to the fanbase. She echoed a sentiment and a reminder that as human beings, we’re bigger than sports. “One big concern though is the safety of the players, the front office, […]

The Las Vegas Aces and Chicago Sky are pulling off an intriguing trade on Friday. The Aces will receive 2021 WNBA champion, Dana Evans, for 2 second-round picks, according to Annie Costabile on X (formerly Twitter). The move comes as a bit of a shock, but not too much. Chicago wants to keep building and […]

The NBA trade deadline is over, and the Phoenix Suns have shot themselves in the foot. Unfortunately, Devin Booker might be caught in the crossfire of it. After numerous trade conversations surrounding Kevin Durant surfaced, he expressed a disinterest in the team following the trade deadline. While these are only reports, Phoenix did say they […]