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On ESPN’s First Take, Stephen A. Smith was disgusted about how LeBron and Bronny James have been treated after the Los Angeles Lakers preseason matchup against the Phoenix Suns. “I’ve been very disgusted at the cynics out there who’ve gotten at LeBron [James] about this… He’s earned the right to facilitate [Bronny] being a teammate […]

Following an eventful Game 4 between the Minnesota Lynx and Connecticut Sun, head coach Stephanie White made a clear message to her team ahead of their win-or-go home contest on Tuesday. “Tonight’s effort is not going to be good enough in a Game 5,” Sun coach Stephanie White said via Katie Barnes of ESPN. “At […]

As the Minnesota Lynx and the Connecticut Sun squared off on Sunday, Lynx forward Napheesa Collier described her urgency heading into a do-or-die Game 5. “We have to get back to what got us in this position in the first place, which is our defense,” Collier said via Katie Barnes of ESPN. “We’re not happy […]

The Phoenix Suns entered their first preseason game against the Los Angeles Lakers with an X-factor in Damion Lee. Phoenix won the game 118-114 on the back of Lee and other key contributors. Days before the game though, the Suns and Lee announced his status to return for the first time since the 2022-23 season. As […]

On Saturday, Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic sustained a left middle finger injury that will keep him sidelined against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday and will be re-evaluated in one week. Suns head coach Mike Budenholzer kept his message short to the media following practice. “We’ll just evaluate, see how he does the next […]

Ahead of the Philadelphia Phillies and New York Mets Game 1 clash in the NLDS, the Phillies cited something interesting. According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, he said on X “Phillies manager Rob Thomson said they put pitcher Kolby Allard on the playoff roster in case they need length out of the bullpen with […]

As the Dallas Cowboys take on the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 5 on Sunday Night Football, Cowboys wide receiver Brandin Cooks landed on the injured reserve with a knee infection, according to ESPN reporter Todd Archer. Cooks previously underwent a procedure and the infection was a result of it. The news comes as another significant […]

Before Louisville football faces off against SMU football in Week 6, they faced a significant blow, losing an impactful defender in a transfer portal move. Safety Devin Neal has entered the transfer portal, according to On3.com. The move comes as a shock, considering what Neal provided in the 2023 season. He led the Cardinals with […]

As Florida football takes on UCF football, the Gators received some interesting news regarding their wide receiver, Eugene Wilson. The final decision won’t be made on the wide receiver’s availability until pre-game, according to Matt Zenitz of 247/CBS Sports. The news comes as a much-needed sigh of relief for Florida football. After all, Florida football […]

As the Phoenix Suns wrapped up their final day of training camp, forward Kevin Durant echoed a sentiment around the Verizon 5G Performance Center. Shades of high turnovers reminisced from the previous season. Durant spoke with reporters about turnovers needing to be addressed. “I think turnovers are the emphasis,” Durant said. “I think that with […]

After Damion Lee dealt with a meniscus injury that sidelined him for the entirety of last season, the Phoenix Suns guard revealed his status entering the new season. “I had like two dunks today and guys were like, ‘Oh man, might need to stop practice. D-Lee just dunked. What’s happening?” Lee said to Duane Rankin […]

When the New York Knicks and Minnesota Timberwolves exchanged a trade surrounding Karl-Anthony Towns, the world was stunned, especially, Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson. After Brunson revealed what he said about the trade, Towns spoke about the first thing he said to his new teammate. “First thing I did,” Towns said, via KNICKS ON MSG. […]

As the Golden State Warriors season gets closer day by day, forward Draymond Green has championship goals and spoke to owner Joe Lacob about his pride in the Warriors. “When you’ve built this s— up from the laughingstock of the NBA,”… “it feels a little different,” Green said via Marcus Thompson II of The Athletic. […]

After over two years of uncertainty around the Arizona State football program, Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce was slammed by the NCAA for recruiting violations. Pierce was the defensive coordinator, associate head coach, and recruiting coordinator under Herm Edwards in 2019. He helped lead the Sun Devils to an 8-5 season and a […]

As Denver Nuggets point guard Russell Westbrook described his role with his new team, Nuggets head coach Michael Malone realized the dynamic his point guard can add for his team. “Russell is a game-changer for us,” Malone said via Tony Jones of The Athletic. “He’s a force. You can hear him coming. I just love […]

As Team USA iced Serbia in the semifinals of the 2024 Olympic Games, Serbian center and NBA MVP Nikola Jokic dropped a shocking take on the loss. “It was a good match, probably the biggest defeat of my career,” Jokic said via Eurohoops.net. [We had a] big chance. In the end, they beat us. People […]

After an eventful summer that led the Dallas Mavericks to sign and trade for Klay Thompson, head coach Jason Kidd took some notes from one of the best basketball coaches in the history of the sport, Phil Jackson. “To be able to talk basketball, it was a masterclass,” Kidd said to Marc Stein via DLLS […]

Following a roller-coaster return from Jordan Love in Sunday’s loss to the Minnesota Vikings, the Green Bay Packers received more encouraging news from the signal-caller on Wednesday. “I came out of the game fine … I like where my knee is at,” Love said, via Matt Schneidman of The Athletic on X. Love completed 32 […]

The New York Knicks made quite the splash before training camp, as the Knicks traded for Karl-Anthony Towns. That trade also sent Julius Randle, and Donte DiVincenzo to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Towns is reunited with his old head coach, Tom Thibodeau, who coached him from 2016-19. According to Fred Katz of The Athletic, sources close […]

The tension between the Connecticut Sun and Minnesota Lynx was on full display during Game 2, especially between Lynx guard Courtney Williams and Sun guard Marina Mabrey. After Sun guard DiJonai Carrington had an on-court outburst against Lynx guard Kayla McBride, the game intensified. Williams and Mabrey were in a shouting match with each other. […]

In a Game 2 matchup that featured Connecticut Sun guard DiJonai Carrington’s on-court outburst against Minnesota Lynx guard Kayla McBride, the series has presented many things. Toughness, trash-talk, and a striking resemblance to the physicality of premier NBA playoff matchups. As the Lynx secured the Game 2 win, it seems the matchup is only beginning. […]

The difference between Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick and his predecessor, Darvin Ham, is night and day by media, fans, and players. Even Lakers guard D’Angelo Russell took a subtle shot at Ham when comparing him and Redick. Following the first day of training camp, the team had ‘all-time high vibes’ surrounding Redick’s […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder made a big splash with the Charlotte Hornets during the 2023-24 NBA season, as the Thunder traded for Gordon Hayward. However, the move didn’t pan out the way that Oklahoma City general manager Sam Presti or fans envisioned it. Following Hayward’s retirement, he told Jared Weiss of The Athletic about his […]

Years of a friendship between Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James and rapper Drake might be coming to an end after a social media post on Tuesday. The post showed the Canadian rapper no longer following him on his Instagram account. There might be some explanation for it. For starters, Drake and fellow rapper Kendrick […]

As Colorado football star Travis Hunter made history once again in Week 5, his offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur had a unique take for the Heisman trophy contender. “I’ve said this probably to all 32 NFL teams, but he has some superpowers,” Shurmur said via John Brice of FootballScoop.com. “And his most obvious one is his […]

Following the New York Jets’ brutal Week 4 loss to the Denver Broncos, Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers called for more accountability from head coach, Robert Saleh. Fast forward two days, and their drama is squashed as the quarterback said on the Pat McAfee Show on Tuesday. There’s always going to be messaging and narratives out […]

When the New York Knicks traded for Karl-Anthony Towns, the NBA world went into a frenzy, especially Jalen Brunson. After they missed out on the Eastern Conference Finals, they upgraded hugely. Brunson teased KAT’s impact once he landed in the Big Apple. “He’s going to be a great piece once he gets here and then […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves have been the talk of the NBA for the wrong reasons. After they shockingly traded away Karl Anthony-Towns, reports have circulated about the Timberwolves facing a $100 million loss. On ESPN, NBA Insider Brian Windhorst dropped a truth bomb for the NBA world to see. “ESPN understands that the Wolves are facing […]

Los Angeles Clippers point guard James Harden committed his loyalty to the franchise during Monday’s media day for a reason that some wouldn’t expect. “I’m home… I’m home and I don’t plan on going anywhere else,” Harden said. “I want to leave a legacy, especially having that opportunity here at home. I love everything that […]

As the Phoenix Suns signed Tyus Jones to a one-year, $3.3 million contract, both head coach Mike Budenholzer and guard Grayson Allen were smiling from ear to ear. During the Suns’ media day, Jones explained what the message was when he met with the ownership group. “That’s what they brought me here for, just to […]

While former Alabama football head coach Nick Saban looked bored amidst a first-half onslaught, the 18-time National Champions made some more history reminiscent of Joe Burrow, thanks to Jalen Milroe. This is the first time since the 2019 Joe Burrow LSU national championship squad that a team has led Kirby Smart and Georgia by 28+ […]

After Alabama football quarterback Jalen Milroe emulated LeBron James, Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green shared his thoughts about the dominant first-half performance. Wow Jalen Milroe!!!,” Green said on X. Milroe finished the first half throwing 18-for-21 for 199 yards, one touchdown, and one interception while also rushing for 106 yards and two touchdowns. On […]

Colorado football wide receiver/defensive back Travis Hunter made some more history against UCF in Week 5. Although former Heisman Trophy winner Matt Leinart broke down why Hunter deserves the trophy, the junior star made his case on Saturday. The Athletic reporter Manny Navarro found an interesting statistic about Hunter throughout the 2024 season. According to […]

After Texas football head coach Steve Sarkisian gave an honest review of Arch Manning’s first career start after Quinn Ewers was injured. Manning’s second career start fared much better. He threw 26-for-31 with 324 yards and two touchdowns. Manning focused more on the intermediate routes, instead of going for solely the deep passes. Sarkisian showed […]

After Texas football quarterback Quinn Ewers didn’t play in the Week 5 SEC clash with Mississippi State, head coach Steve Sarkisian had some thoughts about his freshman quarterback, Arch Manning. “I just didn’t want him to feel like a home run hitter every time he got in the box,” Sarkisian said, via Josh Newman of […]

Ahead of the matchup between Georgia football and Alabama football, rapper Quavo shared his thoughts on who will be victorious in the top-5 matchup. “Dawgs on top,” Quavo said via SportsCenter. This matchup marks the first matchup between the two schools this season. The last time the two schools played was in the SEC Championship […]

As the Las Vegas Aces prepare to take on the New York Liberty, Aces guard Kelsey Plum dropped her truth on her teammate and MVP, A’ja Wilson. “I want to go to war with someone who isn’t afraid of the moment,” Plum said, via Khristina Williams on X. Wilson certainly isn’t afraid of the moment. […]

Aaron Boone and Anthony Rizzo had bad news after the New York Yankees game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. While the Yankees were predicted to win, they lost Rizzo after being hit by a pitch in his hand. According to Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News, he said that Boone called this a “pain tolerance […]

The Women’s National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA) demanded action about a question USA Today columnist Christine Brennan asked Connecticut Sun guard DiJonai Carrington about hitting Caitlin Clark in the eye. Since the WNBPA’s statement, USA Today Sports Executive Editor Roxanna Scott released one of her own about the matter: “Journalists ask questions and seek truth. […]