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Fans of the Louisiana State Tigers football team, avert your eyes, as there might be trouble afoot this early in the season. Highly-regarded wide-receiver, Kayshon Boutte, might be plotting a move away. After a frustrating game against the Florida State Seminoles which ended in a close defeat, 24-23, where Boutte only caught two passes for […]

As fans of the NBA know all too well, Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan takes everything personally. While most of Jordan’s peers receive the brunt of his competitive fire on the basketball court, especially during the 1990s when Jordan led the Bulls to two separate three-peats, he is just as ruthless off the court. And […]

The Los Angeles Lakers signed Kendrick Nunn to a two-year, $10 million deal during the 2021 offseason in hopes that Nunn would bring the tenacious defense, timely shooting, and handy shot creation he displayed in his two seasons with the Miami Heat and be of help to LeBron James and Anthony Davis. So far, however, […]

The New York Knicks are in a dire state of heartbreak right now after missing out on trade target Donovan Mitchell, the ex-Utah Jazz face of the franchise. The epitome of so close, yet so far, the Knicks almost completed a deal with the Jazz that would have had RJ Barrett, the young lefty swingman […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James surely knows how to lift up his fellow athletes. After Serena Williams suffered a crushing defeat to Ajla Tomljanović in three sets, marking Williams’ exit from the prestigious US Open, LeBron quickly shared his thoughts on the tennis legend, honoring her career and thanking her for her vast contributions […]

The Tampa Bay Rays, after a dominant 100-62 win 2021 season, have cooled off in 2022, particularly the bats. Second baseman Brandon Lowe (on the 10-day IL) and catcher Mike Zunino (on the 60-day IL, struggling way before his season-ending injury), in particular, have seen their productions dip drastically from last season’s star caliber performances, […]

Imagine making all the requisite wedding preparations, getting your wedding suit/dress tailored, arranging the catering, inviting all the guests, and booking the venue. You wake up excited to walk towards the altar, make your vows, and say “I do”. And when the wedding commences, you get abandoned at the altar. That’s what the New York […]

The Utah Jazz are currently in the middle of a full-fledged rebuild after trading star player Donovan Mitchell to the Cleveland Cavaliers and defensive anchor Rudy Gobert to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Disappointing playoff exit after disappointing playoff exit have forced the Jazz’ hands as they had come to the conclusion that the Mitchell and Gobert-led […]

Things were heated on the race track between Alpine driver Fernando Alonso and Mercedes stalwart Lewis Hamilton during the Dutch Grand Prix last weekend. Hamilton, the seven-time champion, was forced to retire after colliding with Alonso on the outside of Les Combes on just the first lap of the race. Fortunately for the Spaniard, Alonso […]

A scary scene unfolded in Argentina, global soccer icon Lionel Messi’s home nation, when an attempt to take the life of Argentina’s vice president, Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner, was caught on camera, which forced the Argentina Football Association to suspend all football matches on Friday after such a threat to national security. Footage of the […]

The fire sale in Salt Lake City has continued, as a month and a half after trading polarizing big man Rudy Gobert to the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Utah Jazz dealt the face of their franchise, Donovan Mitchell, to the Cleveland Cavaliers for even more draft capital. The Jazz have amassed a total of seven first-round […]

One of the surprise playoff contenders of the 2022 MLB season, the Baltimore Orioles remain in the thick of the playoff hunt. The Orioles are a mere 1.5 games out of the final wildcard spot, trailing the Toronto Blue Jays. Led by a young up-and-coming core spearheaded by former first overall pick Adley Rutschman and […]

After a tumultuous offseason spent asking the front office for a trade, Brooklyn Nets star forward Kevin Durant just couldn’t catch a break. It’s clear that Durant just doesn’t command respect from some NBA legends. Only a week after being called by Barkley as an “abject failure” for his playing career outside the Golden State […]

Less than a year after the New York Knicks acquired swingman Cam Reddish from the Atlanta Hawks, the 6’8 guard/forward may be on the move once again, this time to the Los Angeles Lakers. Understandably upset with his playing situation, Reddish has reportedly asked out amidst trade interest from the Lakers, according to the New […]

Phoenix Suns forward Jae Crowder has been a valuable piece in the supporting cast of NBA championship contenders in recent seasons. Crowder’s hard-nosed defending and timely three-point shooting, in particular, have made him a fan favorite, from his stops with the Boston Celtics, Utah Jazz, and the Miami Heat. Crowder, after signing a three-year $30 […]

A dominant 13-4 season for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers led by quarterback Tom Brady ended in a disappointment after they lost a close game, 27-30, to the Los Angeles Rams during the NFL Divisional Playoff Round. Coming into the 2022-23 season, Buccaneers fans had high hopes for the squad. However, the Buccaneers, especially Brady, were […]

Chicago Sky forward Candace Parker is arguably playing the best basketball of her career, and her latest performance will not do anything to dispel that idea. After dropping 19 points and 18 rebounds in a Game 1 loss to the Connecticut Sun in the WNBA Semifinals, Parker and the Sky bounced back with an 85-77 […]

The Cleveland Guardians, after a disappointing 2021 season where they finished 80-82, remain atop the AL Central with a month left in the regular season. But the Guardians, armed with a fresh rebrand, could not afford to fall asleep behind the wheel. They are a mere 1.5 games ahead of the Minnesota Twins, a team […]

FC Barcelona striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was unfortunately caught in a scary armed home robbery in his home in Castelldefels, located just outside of Barcelona, three days ago. Aubameyang and his wife were put under extreme danger, as they were tied up for a prolonged period during the robbery. Initially thought to have suffered no serious […]

The Los Angeles Angels’ Shohei Ohtani hit his 30th home run of the season, a towering moonshot to center field off a 98 mph belt-high fastball from New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole, which put the Angels ahead 3-2 in the bottom of the sixth inning. SHOHEI OHTANI. 30TH HOMER OF THE YEAR. HIM. (via […]

Los Angeles Lakers star forward LeBron James is one of the greatest basketball players to ever grace the game. Greatness recognizes greatness, which is why LeBron James has nothing but love for Serena Williams after her US Open upset victory against WTA #2 ranked Anett Kontaveit. LeBron took to his Instagram story to show love […]

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 […]