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The college basketball landscape hasn’t been kind to many teams. Even LSU women’s head coach Kim Mulkey has dealt with her struggles amid the transfer portal. Tons of All-Americans and elite players are transferring from schools for a barrage of reasons. Even though LSU women’s basketball has had some players return, like Flau’jae Johnson, it […]

After Rui Hachimura battled a knee injury, the Los Angeles Lakers forward has something new to address. He’s wearing a mask ahead of Game 3 against the Minnesota Timberwolves, after being hit in the face. As head coach JJ Redick said, according to Dave McMenamin of ESPN, “he will wear a mask as a precaution […]

One thing is clear for the Indianapolis Colts in the 2025 NFL Draft: They want to draft a tight end. Although someone like Tyler Warren might not be available, someone like Colston Loveland might be. He’s another Big Ten tight end, except he hails from Michigan. However, they desperately need a tight end. Despite signing […]

On the heels of a rough season, LSU women’s basketball star Flau’jae Johnson made a WNBA declaration. After not committing, her future was uncertain. Luckily for the Tigers faithful, she made a special announcement via Annie Costabile of Front Office Sports. The guard declared she is returning to Baton Rouge for her final season. Johnson […]

When Jimmy Butler was ruled out of Wednesday’s game, the Golden State Warriors looked like a shell of themselves. However, one Warriors fan sees some light amid the darkness. Jimmy had the same type of injury vs the Bucks in 2023, that series ended with him scoring 56 & 42 points back to back games. […]

As Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia wants to hire Bob Myers, there’s a new twist to the mix. According to AZCentral’s Duane Rankin, the Suns were also interested in Milwaukee Bucks executive Jon Horst. The general manager won the 2019 NBA Executive of the Year after the Bucks had a 60-win season. During his time […]

Although a blood clot ended Victor Wembanyama’s season, the San Antonio Spurs’ big man might have some hope in his recovery. While on vacation in Costa Rica, he was spotted playing soccer with the local kids. Spurs star Victor Wembanyama was seen playing soccer with kids while vacationing in Costa Rica ⚽🥅 (via fencyz_fn/IG)pic.twitter.com/fxfV8RuW8X — […]

Although San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey battled injuries throughout 2024, he’s ready for 2025 to commence. When speaking to reporters, he explained how he’s feeling and what the injury process has been like. “I’m feeling great,” McCaffrey said via ESPN. “It’s been such a smooth process, a lot of hard work. As soon […]

After a historic collegiate career and international career, former BYU basketball star Jimmer Fredette has called it a career. He announced on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday. It’s time to say goodbye to basketball. I have loved every second of my career through the good and the bad! Thank you all for the […]

As soon as Giannis Antetokounmpo said the Milwaukee Bucks were in life or death mode, the motivation is there. However, for the Indiana Pacers, they might not want to give more motivation to the former MVP. Despite being down 2-0 in the series, Antetokounmpo has had masterful performances. Most recently, he posted a 34-point and […]

After Tyrese Haliburton and Damian Lillard exchanged words during Game 1, it was more of the same in Game 2. The Indiana Pacers and Milwaukee Bucks rivalry continues to heat up, and with probable cause. The Pacers defeated the Bucks last season after missing Giannis Antetokounmpo for that playoff series. Not to mention, Haliburton has […]

Although Alabama football’s Jalen Milroe has been compared to Lamar Jackson, he has more stock to his name. However, it might be one that Jackson fans, or Jackson himself, might not be too pleased with. As NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero mentioned, one AFC quarterbacks coach had quite a compliment for Milroe. “He is the […]

The Green Bay Packers and drafting a wide receiver in the first round are not synonymous with one another. However, the 2025 NFL Draft could be a difference maker for the franchise. As the Packers have the No. 23 pick, they have some options. They have their running back, quarterback, linemen, and defensive pieces. However, […]

The New York Giants hoist the No. 3 pick and have some major decisions to make. As Shedeur Sanders continues to fall, Jaxson Dart continues to ascend. Teams like the New Orleans Saints and the Pittsburgh Steelers have made that point known. They’ve shown major interest in the Ole Miss quarterback. Would the Giants trade down […]

Although the New Orleans Saints have been set on Jaxson Dart, they have more competition in the quarterback market. The Saints have the No. 9 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Still, other teams could make a move for the Ole Miss quarterback. “Teams are legitimately torn on Dart,” ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler said. “While […]

With the Milwaukee Bucks down 0-2 to the Indiana Pacers, some might’ve hit the panic button. For Bucks All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo, he sees it as more than just being panicked. He dropped a bar on where the Bucks are at, via Eric Nehm of The Athletic on X (formerly Twitter). “It’s not something that you […]

When Will Campbell declared for the NFL Draft, he was touted as the first offensive lineman to go off the board. Luckily for the New England Patriots and their No. 4 pick, they might be in luck. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler explained why the Patriots would be inclined to pick the former LSU football standout. “Several […]

As the Los Angeles Lakers took down the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 2, forward LeBron James issued a bold take on what it’ll take to defeat Minnesota. "That's what it's gonna take… it's gonna be like this all series." LeBron James (21 pts, 11 reb, 7 ast) speaks with @LakersReporter after the #LakeShow 94-85 win […]

All the speculation around Jalen Milroe and the Pittsburgh Steelers makes sense. However, they might be able to land Shedeur Sanders, who’s been projected as the No. 2 quarterback in the 2025 NFL Draft. Although his stock continues to fluctuate, the Steelers might have a chance to draft the Colorado football star. If that’s the […]

Although the Boston Celtics defeated the Orlando Magic 103-86 on Sunday, star forward Jayson Tatum suffered a wrist injury. After Kentavious Caldwell-Pope fouled Tatum hard on a layup attempt, the All-NBA performer fell to the ground and braced his fall with his right wrist. Tatum was on the ground in a lot of pain before […]

The NCAA is moving forward in a move that would greatly benefit women’s sports. According to Heather Dinich of ESPN, she explained what the organization is specifically doing to help women’s scholarships. “NCAA board members met for about four hours on Monday and emerged with nine major proposed legislative changes, including permission for schools to […]

After Tyrese Haliburton and Damian Lillard exchanged words, the Indiana Pacers point guard is having more criticism come his way. In a story by The Athletic, they anonymously asked players who the most overrated player in the league. Haliburton was at the top of the list, with 14.4% of the votes. In second, Rudy Gobert, […]

One day after Nico Harrison made a shocking admission regarding Luka Doncic, Stephen A Smith was dumbfounded. It takes a lot to make him perplexed, but the Dallas Mavericks general manager seemed to do the trick. When asked about Harrison’s comments on First Take, Smith had a simple answer. .@stephenasmith reacts to Mavs GM Nico […]

With all of the speculation around the NFL Draft, the Las Vegas Raiders have been a sneaky name to land Shedeur Sanders. Despite them signing Geno Smith in the offseason, if the chance presents itself, they might make a move. ESPN NFL Draft insider Ben Solak explained why Las Vegas is a team to watch […]

Mike Budenholzer continues to catch strays as the offseason looms. The Phoenix Suns fired Budenholzer after one season, and it was a disaster. The 36-46 record was less than appetizing. However, in a post by The Athletic, an anonymous player poll said that Budenholzer was the second-most overrated coach in the league. 17.8% of players […]

When the Sacramento Kings hired Scott Perry as their general manager, it might not have pleased Zach LaVine. When Perry was hired, an old quote from 2023 resurfaced regarding the shooting guard. “No question that Zach LaVine can score the basketball…Does he impact winning?” Perry said on an episode of The Hoop Genius Podcast with […]

The Phoenix Suns are in a dilemma with Bradley Beal. Throughout the season, Beal has been put in trade offers by the Suns. Although he has his no-trade clause, it seems that the team is pushing every way for him to leave. They smelled the blood of the Big 3 of Beal, Kevin Durant, and […]

Idols become rivals, or it’s the other way around. After USC women’s basketball was eliminated in the Elite Eight and UCLA in the Final Four, Londynn Jones has transferred to USC, according to Alexis Philippou of ESPN. The guard averaged 8.5 points per game and led the Bruins in made threes per game. Now, she […]

After the Atlanta Hawks were eliminated from the play-in by the Miami Heat, the trade machine started up revolving around Trae Young. Despite the latter having another great statistical year, some thought he would be gone. Luckily, NBA insider Chris Haynes doesn’t seem to think so. When Haynes was on the Dan Patrick Show, he […]

It’s no stranger that Elias Pettersson didn’t have a great season for the Vancouver Canucks. After the team missed the playoffs, general manager Patrik Allvin and President of Hockey Operations Jim Rutherford explained more about what Pettersson needs to do. “He’s gonna have to buy into being a complete player,” Rutherford said via Farhan Lalji […]

First, Jalen Milroe was compared to Jalen Hurts by Adam Schefter. Now, the Alabama football quarterback is being compared to Lamar Jackson, in Tom Pelissero’s of the NFL Network’s eyes. While Milroe and Hurts are pretty interesting, Milroe and Jackson make more sense in the grand scheme of things. For starters, both were exceptional athletes […]

The Arizona State women’s basketball and Molly Miller era is off to a strong start. On Monday, former LSU women’s basketball guard Last-Tear Poa committed to the Sun Devils, according to an article from Yahoo Sports. The senior guard averaged only two points per game in roughly 15 minutes per game. After winning the 2022-23 […]

When the Dallas Wings drafted Paige Bueckers, general manager Curt Miller made one thing very certain. He won’t trade Bueckers. “I can absolutely promise that,” Miller said via Myah Taylor of Dallas Morning News. “We’re really excited to have a generational talent in Paige Bueckers coming to Dallas.” The statement comes during a tumultuous time […]

The Memphis Grizzlies endured a 51-point beatdown from the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday. While Ja Morant was seen laughing on the bench, Stephen A Smith was having none of it. On ESPN’s First Take, he held nothing back on the point guard, and the team as a whole. “Y’all down 50 & you on […]

When Shannon Sharpe declared the Los Angeles Lakers series win against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Stephen A Smith was the least bit surprised. However, after the Timberwolves’ destruction of the Lakers on Saturday, Smith was eagerly waiting for a chance to give his response. On First Take, the show’s host had a funny clap back to […]

Following the Phoenix Suns firing Mike Budenholzer after one season, there’s one thing the team won’t do in its head coaching search, according to Marc Stein. Hire another veteran head coach. They’ve struck on two within two years, both of whom won NBA championships with their previous teams. Frank Vogel won the 2020 NBA championship […]

As Jalen Milroe prepares for the NFL Draft, the Alabama football quarterback resembles another former quarterback, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Milroe has some similarities to a quarterback named Jalen who also played at Alabama,” Schefter said. “He is 6-foot-2, 217 pounds; Jalen Hurts is 6-foot-1, 223 pounds. Both are represented by agent Nicole Lynn. […]

Many wish the Phoenix Suns missing the playoffs was the worst part of the 2024-25 season. However, Kevin Durant might be ready to head out of Phoenix, and general manager James Jones is more than aware. During Thursday’s end-of-season availability, Jones spoke to a room full of reporters. When asked about what he will do […]

The legend of Roki Sasaki continues. After the Dodgers signed the elite Japanese pitcher, he accomplished a first in the MLB. For the first time in his career, he has pitched into the sixth inning. Although Sasaki has started four games, he has yet to pick up a win. Despite having a 3.29 ERA, Sasaki […]