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Florida football head coach Billy Napier might be ok amid his hot seat rumors, but they’re circulating back once again. For the program, they have their eyes on an SEC rival head coach, according to ESPN analyst Paul Finebaum.  “They want Lane Kiffin you can agree or disagree America, but that’s who they are fixated […]

The New Orleans Saints have fired Dennis Allen after their 23-22 loss to the Carolina Panthers, according to Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. This move doesn’t come as a surprise, as they’ve lost their last seven consecutive games. Despite starting the season 2-0 and in dominating fashion, that same success hasn’t trickled […]

During the Minnesota Vikings and Indianapolis Colts matchup, a likely penalty on Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold was picked up by referee, Shawn Smith. The no-call ultimately led to a Colts touchdown on the play as Darnold fumbled the ball, and it was returned for a TD. Even though Minnesota came up with the 21-14 win, […]

In his first game back with the Phoenix Suns, Bradley Beal had 15 points, seven rebounds, and four assists in the 103-97 win against the Portland Trail Blazers. Although the numbers aren’t eye-popping, his impact transcends any other statistical category. After grabbing the game-sealing rebound and hitting the final free throw, Devin Booker embraced Beal. […]

Kevin Durant has continued to make history during his time with the Phoenix Suns. When Durant was traded to the Suns, he made his presence known immediately. It’s not often a franchise can acquire a generational player. In his second full season with Phoenix, he made history once again. Durant became the 16th player in […]

Amidst the Phoenix Suns’ comeback win against the Los Angeles Clippers, forward Royce O’Neale had himself a career night. After O’Neale signed a $44 million contract in the offseason, he’s been worth every penny. Although consistent scoring was always a question, those uncertainties were put to rest on Thursday. He scored 21 points, seven rebounds, […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have activated DJ Chark from injured reserve, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. After the Chargers whooped the New Orleans Saints, 26-8 in Week 9, quarterback Justin Herbert has a veteran target back on his side of the ball. Although Chark has been out since Week 1, he’ll make his season debut. […]

Despite the New England Patriots being in rebuild mode, they’re quite amused about other teams inquiring about defensive back, Christian Gonzalez. Even though they’re rebuilding, Gonzalez is a standout on their team. “The Patriots have been receiving multiple calls on cornerback Christian Gonzalez. He’s not for sale, but they find it amusing,” NFL Network’s Josina […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks find themselves with an interesting update about Joc Pederson and Merrill Kelly’s contract situations. Pederson has declined his end of a mutual option, source tells ESPN, according to Jesse Rogers. Not to mention that Arizona is picking up Merrill Kelly’s $7 million option, according to Jon Heyman of The New York Post. […]

The Chicago Cubs retained their center fielder and first baseman, Cody Bellinger on Saturday. He picked up his $27.5 million player option for the 2025 season and will not be a free agent, according to Kiley McDaniel and Jeff Passan of ESPN. The move doesn’t surprise many, as if he declined, he would’ve been a […]

A family reunion could be underway with the Arizona Cardinals, as New York Giants pass-rusher Azeez Ojulari is a hot name on the trade market. After rumors of a Za’Darius Smith trade burst onto the scene, Ojulari’s name burst onto the scene. The Giants’ fourth-year pro is having a career year through eight games. He […]

The No. 21 ranked Army football program takes on Air Force football but received some less-than-flattering news about their quarterback, Bryson Daily, according to ESPN’s Pete Thamel. “Army quarterback Bryson Daily will be inactive for today’s game vs. Air Force. Junior Dewayne Coleman is set to make his first career start for the Black Knights.” […]

Charles Barkley has advocated for NBA fans, especially regarding load management. Since stepping away from basketball, he’s always had an issue with players sitting out due to load management. Even at the beginning of the 2023 season, Barkley had a serious take on load management. When he appeared on the Dan Patrick Show on Friday, […]

Florida football has been in rumors that head coach Billy Napier is on the hot seat since Week 1. While the rumors are fair, considering the Gators record (4-3), it hasn’t all been on the head coach. He’s dealt with a variety of injuries across both sides of the ball. “If they are competitive through […]

The first in-season move for the Los Angeles Lakers is underway, as they’ve declined the third-year rookie-scale option on Jalen Hood-Schifino, according to senior NBA insider Chris Haynes. Hood-Schifino is set to become an unrestricted free agent at the end of this season. The guard only played in 21 games last season for Los Angeles […]

After the Golden State Warriors benched Jonathan Kuminga, it was strange as to why the move was made. Even though he averaged a career-high 16.1 points per game in 26.3 minutes, it didn’t seem to phase Golden State. While Kuminga thought his worth exceeded $30 million, his team begs to differ. Unfortunately, he might suffer […]

The Los Angeles Clippers showed their unwavering support to their baseball counterpart, the Los Angeles Dodgers after they won the World Series against the New York Yankees. The Clippers put the final out of the World Series on the big screen for fans to see. When Walker Buehler had the final out, the Los Angeles […]

Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball wasn’t too thrilled with what his team pulled on him on Halloween. "Hell naw!" LaMelo Ball's hilarious reaction after seeing a clown 🤣 Happy Halloween, Melo 🤡 (via @hornets)pic.twitter.com/nx5y4F9h5w — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) October 31, 2024 The 2-2 Hornets have needed everything they can get from their franchise guard. Ball […]

A 1-3 start for the Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo wasn’t exactly what they envisioned. After defeating a weak Philadelphia 76ers team without Joel Embiid or Paul George, they dropped three straight. As the Bucks square off against the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday, they could finish the month going 1-4. A CBS Sports article highlighted […]

The King will return to his old stomping grounds once again, as LeBron James (illness) is listed as probable for the Lakers’ game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, the team has announced. This news comes as clarification about James’s health since the team traveled from Phoenix to Cleveland. In the 109-105 loss to the Phoenix Suns, […]

As Anthony Richardson was benched for Joe Flacco, the Indianapolis Colts had some question marks thrown at them. However, former NFL Defensive Player of the Year, JJ Watt grew respect for Richardson amidst the benching. He spoke on the Pat McAfee Show about how honest the quarterback was, even if it cost him. “The quarterback […]

The father-son dynamic of Deion Sanders, and Shedeur Sanders has Colorado football at the center of attention. Now, as Shedeur is likely to head to the NFL Draft, it might be a possibility his father joins him wherever he goes. On the Dan Patrick Show, former NFL quarterback Chris Simms spoke about the idea of […]

While Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love had a positive update after a scary groin injury on Sunday, Wednesday’s practice removed any optimism. He was spotted on an exercise bike during the team stretch and didn’t go outside with those practicing. Also, Josh Jacobs, Jaire Alexander, and Evan Williams didn’t participate, according to Rob Demovsky […]

The Missouri football program has been plagued with injuries throughout the season, specifically to quarterback Brady Cook. Missouri head coach Eli Drinkwitz gave some encouraging news to the Tigers’ faithful about Cook’s health. “Brady has been in here every day, getting treatment,” Drinkwitz said during the SEC Coaches Teleconference, via On3.com. “Absolutely expect him back […]

Ohio State football will take on Penn State football in a highly-anticipated conference matchup. However, both Ohio State head coach Ryan Day and quarterback Will Howard have some more fuel to their top-5 clash. Howard spoke about being rejected by Penn State as their quarterback. The current Ohio State quarterback grew up in Pennsylvania and […]

When majority owner Wyc Grousbeck put the Boston Celtics up for sale, it shocked many. Especially after the Celtics won their 18th NBA title against the Dallas Mavericks. While rumors have circulated about who will buy the team, one of the Celtics’ minority owners, Steve Pagliuca, has emerged a possible frontrunner. The current cost is […]

A 3-1 record for the Dallas Mavericks is more than appealing for Kyrie Irving and his squad. Following a 120-114 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, he made a claim that will shock many. “We have the best rim protection in the league,” Irving said, via Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News. Despite Irving’s claim, […]

The Phoenix Suns took down the Los Angeles Lakers, 109-105 in Monday’s contest. While Kevin Durant and Devin Booker both had 30, and 33 points respectively, it wasn’t solely the scoring that caught attention. It was their defense. Following the game, Booker spoke to reporters and illustrated how team defense should be orchestrated. “Communication, I […]

The Milwaukee Bucks experiment of Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo has some concerns; including former Bucks guard Jeff Teague. He spent the 2021 season in Milwaukee with Antetokounmpo and his former teammate, Jrue Holiday. When the Bucks acquired Lillard, it was a shock on all fronts. However, both guards play drastically differently. Holiday is someone […]

The second installment of Netflix’s “Starting Five” was just announced, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The cast includes Kevin Durant, James Harden, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jaylen Brown, and Tyrese Haliburton. While Durant and Harden highlight this season, LeBron James and Jayson Tatum highlight season one. The first season debuted on October 8 and highlighted Anthony Edwards, […]

Franchise history comes in all shapes and sizes in the NBA, just ask Sacramento Kings point guard De’Aaron Fox. He scored 24 points in the Kings 111-98 win against the Portland Trail Blazers. With that, Fox became the fifth player in franchise history (circa 1948) to eclipse 10,000 points. He joins an exclusive list of […]

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler was in awe of Dwyane Wade’s statue unveiling on Sunday. After Wade reflected on his career, Butler spoke to the media after Monday’s win against the Detroit Pistons. He mentioned how there could be someone else to receive their statue. “I like it… What he’s done for the city, I […]

A historic comeback win for the Chicago Bulls left Josh Giddey with a triple-double guarantee going forward. He told K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Sports Network “It will happen” in regards to obtaining his first triple-double with the Bulls. Giddey was two assists shy of reaching the mark, after posting 12 points, 13 rebounds, and […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick didn’t appear pleased following his team’s 108-105 loss. Redick spoke to reporters postgame and acknowledged that the loss falls on him. “The other thing I would say is that we should never have a 14-point quarter,” Redick said. “So that’s on me as well. Part of that is […]

Since Russell Wilson regained the starting job for the Pittsburgh Steelers, the team has thrived, specifically wide receiver Calvin Austin III. In the Steelers’ 26-18 win over the New York Giants on Monday Night Football, Wilson continued doing what he does best; throwing the deep ball. Austin III told ESPN that wasn’t surprised at the […]

Following an airball by Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant, he tried to explain to the referee that Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis blocked his shot. “Yo, [Anthony Davis] tipped the ball. I’m not airballing like that!” Durant said. If Davis got a piece of the ball, it would’ve been his third block of the […]

Many things don’t take Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick’s attention away from basketball, except for Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker. Way before the two squared off as player and coach, they squared off as two players. Between Redick’s retirement and accepting the Lakers head coaching position, he and Booker spoke on The Old […]

The Dallas Cowboys have been the talk of the NFL for yet another loss against the San Francisco 49ers, with the latest person being Ryan Clark. He said on the NFL on ESPN a simple sentiment about the Cowboys’ second-half game plan. “You also need to talk about [the Cowboys] because they’re trash,” Clark said. […]

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell was all smiles after being asked about any potential trades, according to Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team. Campbell smiles: “Yeah. Could be.” Reporter: “Seriously? Has he (GM Brad Holmes) come to you with something?” Campbell jumps up and down: “Yeah! Could be!” There might be more than what […]