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The Chicago Bears, a season after finishing 6-11 and well out of the postseason, are looking to improve on the margins as they continue to build around quarterback Justin Fields, who had an impressive showing against the Cleveland Browns in his last preseason game, running back David Montgomery, wide receiver Darnell Mooney, and tight end […]

The Boston Red Sox, dead last in the AL East with a 62-68 record approaching the final month of the season, are longshots to make the postseason. But if Alex Cora’s words are anything to listen closely to, the Red Sox, despite sporting the sixth-highest payroll in the league with nothing to show for it, […]

Will we see Carmelo Anthony change his colors from the purple and gold of the Los Angeles Lakers to the iconic green and white of the Boston Celtics, two historic rivals? It’s possible, especially after reports came out that Carmelo Anthony was unlikely to return to the Lakers after signing wings Juan Toscano-Anderson and Troy […]

Even though the WNBA season has yet to come to a conclusion, it is never too early for the eliminated teams to be preparing for next season. After a league-worst 5-31 mark, the Indiana Fever are making a much-needed change in their leadership ranks. Interim head coach Carlos Knox will no longer be returning to […]

After a disappointing season donning the colors of purple and gold, Russell Westbrook has been the subject of every trade rumor, with the Los Angeles Lakers seemingly in desperation to unload Westbrook’s expiring deal. After acquiring Patrick Beverley from the Utah Jazz, there appears to be more fuel to the flame regarding a Westbrook deal, knowing […]

It has been a rough go for Barcelona striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang as of late. Aubameyang and his family were forced into a terrifying scenario earlier this week when the Barca forward was tied up and assaulted by an armed gang in his own home located in Castelldefels, which is just outside of Barcelona. Specifically, the […]

The roster churn is alive and well in Los Angeles. The first domino has fallen after the Los Angeles Lakers shipped out Talen Horton-Tucker and Stanley Johnson to the Utah Jazz for Patrick Beverley. Both the Lakers and Jazz acquired players who fit their timelines better, the former focused on returning to contention and the […]

Paul George, always deemed to be one of the friendliest guys in the NBA, has emerged as a real leader for the Los Angeles Clippers during his three-years in LA. Now his leadership is spilling over away from professional action. George, now 32 years of age, had his expectations for the Toronto Raptors skyrocket after […]

There are plenty of rules in broadcasting shows on national television. “Do not say any expletives or curse words” is one of them. However, at the heat of the moment, even the best of us make mistakes. MLB umpire Adrian Johnson learned this the hard way, as he was caught on mic blurting out an […]

The stretch between free agency and preseason is one of the most quiet times for the NBA. But Brooklyn Nets stars Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden, and Atlanta Hawks sharpshooter Trae Young are here to make sure that your appetite for NBA content remains satisfied. In extended footage captured by […]

Dennis Rodman, the enigmatic forward known for his stints with the Bad Boys Detroit Pistons and with the Chicago Bulls dynasty, is no longer the only star of the family. Enter Trinity Rodman who, at 20 years old, is deemed the future of American soccer. Trinity was drafted second overall by the Washington Spirit in […]

Albert Pujols, who is currently on a tear with the St. Louis Cardinals as he approaches retirement, has been one of the most impactful baseball players in the 21st century.  People say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery; well in that case, Cincinnati Reds’ Joey Votto might have shown Pujols the ultimate form […]

LeBron James is entering his 20th season in the NBA, and yet he seems as young as ever, which is good news for the Los Angeles Lakers. Set to turn 38 on December, players of LeBron’s age usually have their retirement plans outlined by now. Instead, LeBron, the spring chicken that he is, is still […]

All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell removed “Utah Jazz” from his Twitter bio, despite still being employed by the Salt Lake City-based team. Is a blockbuster trade just around the corner? Is Mitchell headed to the New York Knicks in a potential multi-player, multi-draft pick deal? Any Woj bombs? No more Utah Jazz in @spidadmitchell ‘s bio […]

Seattle Storm star center Tina Charles showed out in Game 1 of the WNBA Semifinals against the number one seed Las Vegas Aces, dropping 13 points and grabbing a franchise playoff-record 18 boards, controlling the paint en route to a 76-73 victory as the four-seed. The Aces’ number one option, A’Ja Wilson, found it difficult […]

The RJ Barrett extension complicated the Donovan Mitchell to the New York Knicks trade that has been on the works for months (and at one point, its completion was thought to be imminent). Still, the Knicks are stocked with enough assets that an acceptable trade between the Knicks and the Utah Jazz remains possible. As […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James’ plan to play alongside his son, LeBron James Jr., commonly known as Bronny, might be well known to even the most casual fans of the NBA these days. It turns out that Bronny wasn’t aware of his dad’s plans until LeBron declared publicly that he would like to get […]

With the start of the NFL season only less than two weeks away, final roster cuts and additions are being made around the league amidst injury concerns and worrying preseason performances. The Baltimore Ravens, in particular, have been plagued by injury troubles at the running back position. Enter Kenyan Drake. According to NFL Insider Ian […]

Los Angeles Clippers guard John Wall has faced a rough patch in his career, especially in the past three seasons. Wall recently admitted during a Foundation event with the Salvation Army that he was having suicidal thoughts. But LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers has nothing but love and support for his on-court intracity […]

RJ Barrett is here to stay in New York, so reshuffle those trade machines! Amidst their pursuit of Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell, the New York Knicks made a statement move, finalizing a $120 million contract with the young lefty. ESPN’S Adrian Wojnarowski was the first to report the news of Barrett’s extension. This complicates […]

Serena Williams has pushed the boundaries of what women can achieve in the male-dominated world of sports. The all-time women’s leader in Grand Slams won with 23, Williams’ legacy is more than secure. But Williams, age 40, is not done yet, despite announcing her plans to retire following this year’s US Open. After a dominant […]

Shot-blocking, timely perimeter shots, and a good locker room presence: these are what come to mind when the name Serge Ibaka is brought up. An NBA champion with the Toronto Raptors back in 2019, Ibaka added yet another milestone to his name: surpassing Damian Lillard on the music charts. So move over Dame D.O.L.L.A, there’s […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James may be an imposing presence on the court, but off the court, he is just like us: enjoying his free time and vibing to Kendrick Lamar. LeBron even managed to somehow steal the show, with his dancing drawing cheers from the crowd as Lamar delivered an epic showcase of […]

After an injury-riddled year, Bradley Beal and the Washington Wizards faced immense scrutiny the moment Beal signed a five-year, $251 million deal with a full no-trade clause. Beal, the No. 3 overall pick in the 2012 NBA Draft, has spent all his career in Washington, amassing a mere total of three postseason series victories in […]