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Phoenix Suns star point guard Chris Paul is finally playing in the NBA Finals for the first time in his illustrious career. It’s a surreal feeling for The Point God after years of falling short in the playoffs, and he couldn’t help but acknowledge the weirdness during his Monday media session: "I don't know, it's […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets announced Monday morning that goaltender Matiss Kivlenieks had tragically died in an accident at the age of 24. The team statement said Kivlenieks had “suffered an apparent head injury in a fall,” and police said he “died after falling and hitting his head on concrete in a July Fourth fireworks-related accident,” per […]

The Atlanta Hawks looked dead in the water at 14-20 earlier this season, but then they fired Lloyd Pierce and had Nate McMillan take over as the interim head coach. The Hawks went on a big run to close to the season 41-31 and then advanced all the way to the Eastern Conference Finals before […]

Jacksonville Jaguars rookie quarterback Trevor Lawrence has officially signed his first NFL contract, and Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports it’s an “unprecedented” deal because of the way it’s set up. The contract is for four years and $36.8 million, complete with a $24.1 million signing bonus. Lawrence has a fifth-year option on the deal. […]

Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons just went through a brutal postseason as the Sixers suffered a disappointing second-round series loss to the Atlanta Hawks, with his offensive struggles at the center of it all. The assumption is Daryl Morey is going to look to make a trade, but there’s concern that Simmons’ trade value is […]

Tim Tebow is trying to make an NFL comeback with the Jacksonville Jaguars as a tight end, and an offer is out there from another tight end to help his attempt. That would be from Oakland Raiders star Darren Waller, who told TMZ Sports he’s willing to be a mentor to Tebow. Tebow, of course, […]

The Phoenix Suns will host the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 1 of the 2021 NBA Finals on Tuesday night, and odds are already being released for the series and for Finals MVP. The Suns and Bucks have a good amount of star power, especially when Giannis Antetokounmpo is healthy, so there are a number of […]

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo missed the last two-plus games of the Eastern Conference Finals. With Giannis sidelined, his teammates came up big in Games 5 and 6, winning both contests to advance to the NBA Finals. While The Greek Freak couldn’t put his immense talent to good use on the court, he still made […]

The Atlanta Hawks just lost to the Milwaukee Bucks in the Eastern Conference Finals, and now attention turns to John Collins’ future with the franchise. Collins is set to be a restricted free agent, giving the Hawks a chance to match any offer sheet he signs. Collins could also just re-up with Atlanta without even […]

Atlanta Hawks superstar point guard Trae Young missed Games 4 and 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Milwaukee Bucks with a bone bruise in his right foot, but there’s some optimism that he’ll be able to give it a go in Saturday’s must-win Game 6 back in Atlanta. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst discussed Young’s […]

Masters champion Hideki Matsuyama was forced to withdraw from the Rocket Mortgage Classic after testing positive for COVID-19, according to ESPN’s Bob Harig. Because of this, Matsuyama’s status for The Open in two weeks is totally up in the air. Matsuyama’s agent and interpreter, Bob Turner, noted it’s still too early to know if the […]

The Milwaukee Bucks needed guys to step up with Giannis Antetokounmpo out for Game 5 against the Atlanta Hawks in the Eastern Conference Finals. Little did the Bucks know that Brook Lopez would do his own Giannis impression in a pivotal 123-112 victory that has them sitting on the precipice of the NBA Finals. Lopez […]

Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard missed the final eight games of the postseason with a right knee injury. Leonard suffered the injury in Game 4 of the second-round series against the Utah Jazz and then missed the final two games of that series plus the entire Western Conference Finals. Leonard had initially said he […]

The Dallas Mavericks know they need to add more talent around Luka Doncic, and rumors are already percolating about possible targets. Kawhi Leonard is reportedly on the Mavs’ radar in case he decides to leave the Los Angeles Clippers, but perhaps a more realistic target is Mike Conley. On a recent episode of the Hollinger […]

With Giannis Antetokounmpo sidelined for a crucial Game 5 against the Atlanta Hawks in the Eastern Conference Finals, the Milwaukee Bucks needed a spark. The Bucks got one from several of their normal starters, with Brook Lopez, Khris Middleton and Jrue Holiday all delivering standout performances. But they also got a huge effort from a […]

The NFL has fined the San Francisco 49ers, Jacksonville Jaguars and Dallas Cowboys for OTA violations after an investigation into the matter, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The three head coaches of these teams are also getting fined. The 49ers picked up a $100,000 fine, with head coach Kyle Shanahan getting docked $50,000. The Cowboys […]

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela will play in Game 5 against the Milwaukee Bucks after getting elbowed in the face in Game 4, according to Yahoo Sports’ Chris Haynes. Capela had been listed as questionable with right eye inflammation, but there was optimism he was going to suit up. Sure enough, Capela will be giving […]

While Los Angeles Clippers guard Patrick Beverley was actin’ a fool on the court as his team was eliminated from the Western Conference Finals by the Phoenix Suns, there was also tomfoolery in the stands at Staples Center at the tail end of Wednesday’s Game 6. A massive brawl broke out among some fans, with […]

The Brooks Koepka-Bryson DeChambeau feud is alive and well, with Koepka writing his latest entry in this epic tale of beef. Koepka tweeted out appreciation for his caddie, Ricky Elliott, which was a direct subtweet of DeChambeau: Couldn’t do it without my guy Rick! Best friend and greatest caddie to do it💯 @RickyElliott appreciation day! […]

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo has officially been ruled out for Game 5 against the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday night, the team announced. This was expected after Giannis was initially ruled doubtful due to a hyperextended knee. The Greek Freak suffered the injury in a Game 4 blowout loss that saw the Hawks tie up […]

The Devin Booker-Chris Paul partnership has gone swimmingly in Year 1, with the Phoenix Suns reaching the NBA Finals for the first time since 1993 courtesy of their Game 6 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night. Booker knew from the start that he and CP3 could make magic together after last offseason’s […]

The Seattle Seahawks waived wide receiver Tamorrion Terry from the roster on Wednesday. While this was somewhat odd timing for the release of an undrafted free agent, it turns out there’s a very good reason why Terry was let go. Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports Terry was one of 11 people “indicted […]

The Philadelphia 76ers know they need to make some changes after their disappointing second-round series loss to the Atlanta Hawks, and Daryl Morey predictably has his eyes on a big fish, according to The Ringer’s Kevin O’Connor. That would be Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard, who’s reportedly not too happy with what’s going on […]

Kawhi Leonard’s Los Angeles Clippers were just eliminated from the Western Conference Finals by the Phoenix Suns, with Leonard unfortunately missing the entire series due to a knee injury. The focus now shifts to what Leonard and the Clippers will do this offseason. Leonard has a $36 million player option for 2021-22. There’s some gossip […]

It was pandemonium in the desert after the Phoenix Suns defeated the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 6 on Wednesday night to clinch a spot in the NBA Finals for the first time since 1993. Suns star Devin Booker put out a call to Suns fans to come meet them at the airport when they […]

The Phoenix Suns are set to take on the Los Angeles Clippers in the Western Conference Finals, starting Sunday with Game 1 out in the desert. In this 2021 NBA Playoffs odds post, we’ll take a look at the Clippers-Suns series odds, schedule, make a prediction and more. The second-seeded Suns have been waiting around […]

If you somehow didn’t know, Golden State Warriors swingman Damion Lee is married to Stephen Curry’s sister, Sydel. The Curry family is going to get an addition later this year, with Sydel and Damion recently announcing that they’re expecting their first child. The video of Steph and Ayesha Curry finding out about the pregnancy is […]

With Green Bay Packers star wide receiver Davante Adams not making much progress on contract extension talks, Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr has an eye on reuniting with his former Fresno State teammate. Carr recently said he plans to put a “full-court press” on Adams in case he becomes available as a free agent […]

The Philadelphia 76ers went out sad against the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA Playoffs, and now they’re dealing with a couple of key departures. No, this has nothing to do with Ben Simmons, any other key player or even Doc Rivers, but still a few notable members of the organization nonetheless. Tuesday, longtime broadcaster Marc […]

Atlanta Hawks guard Lou Williams got the first playoff start of his career in Game 4 against the Milwaukee Bucks due to Trae Young’s foot injury. Williams responded with a huge game, going for 21 points and eight assists while shooting an efficient 7-of-9 from the field. Williams learned he would be starting in place […]

Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela got elbowed in the face late in the 110-88 Game 4 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night. Capela had to go to the locker room with an eye injury after the play and will be reevaluated on Wednesday, but ESPN’s Tim Bontemps reports there’s optimism about him playing […]

Chicago White Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito wasn’t taking any crap from Minnesota Twins veteran Josh Donaldson after seeing what Donaldson said during his home run celebration in the first inning of Tuesday night’s game. Donaldson went yard off Giolito on his fifth pitch of the game. As the Twins third baseman crossed home plate, the […]

Los Angeles Clippers guard Reggie Jackson did it again in Monday night’s Game 5 against the Phoenix Suns, playing the role of Robin to Paul George’s Batman with Kawhi Leonard out as the Clippers extended their season with a 116-102 win. Jackson has been a revelation during the Clippers’ playoff run after coming close to […]

Yahoo Sports’ Chris Haynes recently reported several factors that could potentially push Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard out the door, including a drama-filled coaching search and questions about an ability to build a championship contender around him. While another report from ESPN’s Brian Windhorst suggests Lillard won’t actually ask out (at least not yet), […]

The Boston Celtics just hired Ime Udoka to be their new head coach, and he’s making the media rounds to talk about his new team. Tuesday on 98.5 The Sports Hub’s Zolak & Bertrand, Udoka talked extensively about Marcus Smart, a name that has recently been brought up as a possible trade candidate. The way […]

Everybody has been trying to figure out what’s up with Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons and why he not only hasn’t improved his game but seemed to regress offensively in these playoffs. Simmons himself admitted he was in his own head, and Sixers teammate Danny Green recently offered up a lengthy explanation for what’s going […]

It had been previously reported that Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons wouldn’t be suiting up for Australia at the Tokyo Olympics, and that was made official on Monday. The Sixers youngster told Boomers head coach Brian Goorjian that he would be skipping the Olympics in order to work on “individual skill development,” according to Basketball […]

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is a monster on the football field, and apparently he’s also a beast with a driver on the golf course. Kelce put his driving prowess to the test during a longest drive competition at Top Golf during George Kittle’s inaugural Tight End University, and he won Chiefs fans […]

Reggie Jackson has been a revelation for the Los Angeles Clippers in the playoffs, posting averages of 17.8 points, 3.2 assists, and 3.0 rebounds while shooting 48.7% from the field and 40.6% from 3-point range. Jackson was close to not even playing this season and even actually hanging up the sneakers for good, but his […]