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As the Phoenix Mercury approach their final preseason game on Sunday, Kahleah Copper is out against the Golden State Valkyries with a back injury. The second-year Phoenix guard had the same injury diagnosis on Tuesday, before their game against the Las Vegas Aces. In that game, Copper’s rise reflects the Mercury’s 2025 culture. Here’s everything […]

One man’s trash is another’s treasure. At least that’s the case for Mitchell Robinson and Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla. In the second half, Boston made it a point to continually foul Robinson. He clanked a good chunk of his free throws, even with the crowd cheering for him. Following the Celtics’ 22-point blowout, […]

On Saturday, Game 3 between the New York Knicks and the Boston Celtics was supposed to be a fun and entertaining game. However, Knicks fans had nothing to enjoy in the afternoon showdown. As a result, the Celtics dismantled the Knicks, 115-93. It was an entourage from Boston, and New York went missing in action. […]

With their backs against the wall, Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault knows the biggest challenge ahead of his team. However, a horrid performance from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander didn’t make matters easier. On Saturday, the head coach rationalized the faith he has in Gilgeous-Alexander, despite the bad game. “He’s the man at that,” Daigneault said […]

The stars are out in the Big Apple, as Timothee Chalamet and Spike Lee linked up before Game 3 between the New York Knicks and Boston Celtics. Saturday and then on Monday could feature the two celebrities. View this post on Instagram A post shared by NBA on ESPN (@nbaonespn) Lee has been an avid […]

Following a crucial Game 1 win by the Dallas Stars, the next game was anything but. Funny enough, Stars center Matt Duchene was irate at the shutout loss to the Winnipeg Jets. Although Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck looked to be in his Vezina Trophy form, Duchene didn’t care. Following the loss, he explained the feeling […]

A Josh Morrissey injury had the Winnipeg Jets scrambling. However, an unsung hero named Haydn Fleury rose to the occasion. For the defenseman, this isn’t the first time he’s had his name called. Fleury has been the go-to guy when players have been injured. Fast forward to the playoffs, and it’s been more of the […]

The Florida Panthers have been one of the best teams in the NHL. And commissioner Gary Bettman is extremely thankful for it. He’s been an advocate for hockey in the southern United States. After Vinnie Viola bought the team in 2014, they’ve had a resurgence unlike any other. For instance, the Panthers won the 2024 […]

After Darius Garland missed Game 1 with a toe injury, the Cleveland Cavaliers felt the guard’s absence. As a result, the Cavs trailed 2-0 to the Indiana Pacers before Friday’s Game 3. Following that game, it was a dominant showing and one that had Garland in the game. Although he didn’t have the best performance, […]

Although Rebecca Allen signed with the Chicago Sky, the 2025 team is beyond different than the 2024 squad. Even though rookies like Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso dominated, there wasn’t much chemistry. As a result, the Sky fired former head coach Teresa Weatherspoon after one season. Since then, they brought Las Vegas Aces assistant coach […]

Although Cam Skattebo lived out his NFL dream, the New York Giants running back has the same mentality. He wants to prove people wrong. Despite the numerous accolades, Skattebo acknowledges that he has plenty of work to do. I asked @camskattebo5 how he keeps finding that chip on his shoulder. What an a see from […]

After Derek Carr was contemplating shoulder surgery, the former New Orleans Saints quarterback announced his retirement, according to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network. Carr himself released a statement about his decision. “Upon reflection of prayer, and in discussion with Heather, I’ve decided to retire from the National Football League,” said Carr. “For more than […]

Even though Jaxson Dart could be the New York Giants’ quarterback of the future, he might not get the opportunity right away. Despite the Giants drafting Dart in the first round, they still have Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston at the No. 1 and 2 quarterbacks. Either way, Dart knows his place on the roster […]

A new identity is upon the Phoenix Mercury in 2025. Although Kahleah Copper remains with the team, they brought in Alyssa Thomas and Satou Sabally, and swapped out Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner. With the new era in Phoenix and the WNBA preseason underway, ESPN published a list of its Top 25 players in the […]

A Los Angeles Lakers elimination from the first round, at the hands of the Minnesota Timberwolves, had Steve Nash and LeBron James thinking. However, Nash was straightforward about how Los Angeles was outmatched by Minnesota. “You got to push buttons, you got to try things,” Nash said. “The coaches have a feeling of what’s going […]

Even though the success hasn’t been there, Phoenix Suns and Mercury owner Mat Ishbia has left a lasting impact. After the Mercury hosted the 2024 All-Star Game and the Suns in 2027, there’s another fun move he’s making for the WNBA franchise. Ishbia made a value menu for Suns fans that included $2 on popcorn, […]

Although the Florida Panthers trail 2-0 to the Toronto Maple Leafs, head coach Paul Maurice isn’t worried about goalie Sergei Bobrovsky. It’s the opposite. After a rough Game 1, Bobrovsky bounced back, despite giving up four goals. The Florida head coach said what he thought went well. “Didn’t love his first game,” Florida coach Paul […]

During the NBA playoffs, Pat Spencer emerged as an unsung hero for the Golden State Warriors. However, the latter will continue his heroic efforts in Game 2 as he will fill Stephen Curry’s role. He suffered a hamstring injury during Game 1 after taking a jump shot. Now, the former Northwestern guard will have the […]

When LeBron James was diagnosed with an MCL injury after the Los Angeles Lakers lost Game 5 to the Minnesota Timberwolves, it wouldn’t have mattered if it was a win or a loss. As durable as James is, an MCL injury is a serious one. He explained on the Mind The Game Podcast regarding the […]

While Mitchell Robinson shot the most embarrassing free throw of the playoffs, the New York Knicks center took the foul as a compliment. The Boston Celtics took every chance they could to do so late. After the comeback win, Robinson explained why he loved being fouled. "That makes me feel like I'm a threat. … […]

An NBA-record setting 87-point first half for the Oklahoma City Thunder was a synopsis of their dominance. If anyone knows about it, it’s Jalen Williams and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The latter has been in the MVP conversation the entire season. After missing out last season on the award, he’s trending closer and closer to winning it. […]

After being down 2-0, Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis made a crushing health admission. He has been struggling with a mysterious illness. It’s one that caught Brian Windhorst’s attention, and not for good reason. On The Hoop Collective Podcast, he elaborated more on what he saw from Porzingis Wednesday night. “Kristaps Porzingis is not right,” […]

The Phoenix Suns’ offseason continues to leave question marks around the franchise. After the Suns promoted Brian Gregory to general manager, it was an internal move made by owner Mat Ishbia. The two share a Michigan State basketball background, with Gregory being an assistant coach when Ishbia was a player. Fast forward to 2025, and […]

Although the Kansas City Chiefs selected Josh Simmons in the NFL Draft, the 32nd overall pick has had some concerns. Despite the talented pass blocking, there are other areas lacking. He has a high ceiling, but the ceiling sometimes reaches a cap. One of the more crucial areas of Simmons was his character. Not that […]

With the Michigan football program facing suspensions, Urban Meyer doesn’t think that is enough. After the Wolverines program had numerous violations, the former Ohio State head coach thinks there should be more punishment. He elaborated more on the Triple Option Show. “If you lie as a college football coach to the NCAA, in my personal […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks have been inconsistent, to say the least. However, manager Torey Lovullo sees Geraldo Perdomo as anything but. After Perdomo compared himself to a frog, the Arizona manager had another interesting quip for the breakout star. “He sees the whole picture,” Lovullo said via Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. “I never played with […]

As soon as Abdul Carter left Penn State football for the NFL Draft, the university was in search of his replacement. However, they found Amare Campbell from North Carolina to fill the void, according to Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports. The linebacker had 76 tackles and 6.5 sacks at North Carolina. Also, Campbell took a […]

As soon as Darius Garland was hit with a toe injury, the Cleveland Cavaliers missed their point guard for Games 1 and 2. Both of those games were close losses. As a result, Stephen A Smith had some harsh words for the Cavs’ guard. "You gotta be damn near crippled if you can't play. You […]

All the rumors of the Philadelphia Eagles trading Dallas Goedert are shut down. According to Tim McManus and Jeff McLane on X (formerly Twitter), the tight end is returning to the team on a restructured deal. McLane mentioned that the tight end is slated to earn $14.25 million in the final year of the four-year, […]

The new Phoenix Suns general manager, Brian Gregory, has his hands full. Amid being in the second-tax apron, disgruntled superstars like Kevin Durant, and a vacant head coach opening, there is plenty of work to do. Gregory spoke for nearly 40 minutes to local media on Tuesday. When asked about if Kevin Durant or Bradley […]

After the Houston Rockets were eliminated in the first round, general manager Rafael Stone knows decisions have to be made. He explained what could happen this offseason after the exit. “The business we’re in, nobody’s untouchable,” Stone said via Kelly Iko on X (formerly Twitter). “But we deeply value everyone on our roster. We have […]

Although the Dallas Cowboys drafted Tyler Booker, they might’ve wanted to secure another player. However, Alabama football head coach Kalen DeBoer spoke highly of his former offensive lineman to ESPN. “Thinking ahead down the road, I don’t think it’s so far-fetched that if he gets in the league for a couple of years, he couldn’t […]

When the Pittsburgh Steelers drafted Will Howard, it made Ohio State football head coach Ryan Day extremely joyful. He saw the adversity his quarterback went through in the regular season and the College Football Playoff. Now, Howard can live out his dream of playing in the NFL. As Day explained via ESPN, he was beyond […]

After a horrendous car crash involving Alijah Arenas, his father, Gilbert, was asking for prayer, and wanted nothing else but for his son to recover. Luckily, his prayer was answered when Alijah woke up from his coma. On the Dan Patrick Show, Gilbert explained his son’s progression and how he found out about the crash. […]

As soon as Jalen Milroe was selected by the Seattle Seahawks, the team already signed Sam Darnold to a contract. Meanwhile, Alabama football head coach Kalen DeBoer sees exactly what could unfold. When talking via ESPN, the head coach detailed how Milroe can benefit from playing under another quarterback. “It’s another set of verbiage and […]

While the Boston Celtics made NBA playoff history in a Game 1 loss to the New York Knicks, Jay Williams had had enough. On Get Up on ESPN, he had a blunt message for what he saw on Monday. "The second half was probably the dumbest second half I've ever seen that the Celtics have […]

For Alex Caruso, the postseason is a special time. After all, the Oklahoma City Thunder secured the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference. However, his former team, the Chicago Bulls, were eliminated in the play-in game by the Miami Heat. As a result, he’s relishing in the opportunity. Although the Thunder lost Game 1 […]

After fans were living for A’ja Wilson’s new shoe ad, the Las Vegas Aces superstar showed her stardom on Tuesday. According to WNBA Central on X (formerly Twitter), her shoe sold out in just minutes. This is a major move for the trajectory of the WNBA, as well as women’s sports. With names like Caitlin […]

Even though Nikola Jokic has been a monster for the Denver Nuggets, his triple-double averages have shades of his teammate, Russell Westbrook. IF anyone sees those similarities, it is former NBA player Lou Williams. On the Fan Duel Run It Back Show, he explained how people should temper expectations for Jokic after averaging a triple-double […]