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Luka Doncic loves basketball. He surely loves playing it at the highest level, but the Dallas Mavericks star is not a fan of all the fame that comes with it. Luka was recently asked if he likes being famous, to which he gave an expected one-word response. “Luka, do you like being famous?” Luka Doncic: […]

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Alec Bohm was placed on the 10-day injured list on Friday, the team announced. Philadelphia was hoping Bohm could avoid an IL stint, but his injury has held him out in recent action. Infielder Buddy Kennedy was recalled to the big league club in a corresponding move. The Phillies have been dealing […]

Minnesota Vikings receiver Jordan Addison received a big update on Friday. Addison, who has been dealing with an ankle injury, has reportedly been removed from the injury report, per Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. As a result, Pelissero reports that Addison is “good to go” for Minnesota’s Week 1 game against the New York Giants. […]

The Cleveland Browns are set to play the Dallas Cowboys in Week 1 of the 2024 NFL season. Cleveland’s offensive line may be in some trouble, though. “#Browns LT Jedrick Wills (knee) is out for Sunday’s game vs. the #Cowboys, while RT Jack Conklin (knee) is going to be questionable. There’s a chance Cleveland will […]

Ja’Marr Chase still does not have a new contract with the Cincinnati Bengals. He is a gametime decision for the team’s contest on Sunday against the New England Patriots, although Chase noted he will be limited if he does play. Chase met with the media on Friday and made an honest admission about his contract […]

Alex Fudge has re-signed with the Los Angeles Lakers, the team announced on Thursday. He spent the 2023-24 season with the Lakers and Dallas Mavericks. Fudge signed a two-way contract with Dallas during the season and even played for the Mavs’ Summer League team this past offseason. Fudge, 21, appeared in six total NBA games […]

Angel Reese recently released the first episode of her podcast Unapologetically Angel. She discussed a number of topics in the episode, such as her relationship with Caitlin Clark and Kevin Durant dating rumors. Reese was also asked about her relationship with her former LSU women’s basketball teammate Hailey Van Lith. “We weren’t like super close, […]

It was recently revealed that San Francisco 49ers star running back Christian McCaffrey is dealing with multiple injuries. He was limited during Thursday’s practice as a result. NFL insider Ian Rapoport recently provided an important McCaffrey update while speaking on NFL Network. “For the San Francisco 49ers Christian McCaffrey did practice yesterday (Thursday),” Rapoport said. […]

The Dallas Wings are still in postseason contention as of this story’s writing. Dallas’ recent 90-86 loss against the Washington Mystics did not help matters. Satou Sabally is also still dealing with a shoulder concern, so the Wings are not in a tremendous position. As mentioned, though, the Wings still have an opportunity to reach […]

The Houston Astros were defeated by the Cincinnati Reds 1-0 on Thursday. Rhett Lowder pitched 6.1 innings of shutout baseball for Cincinnati while recording three strikeouts. Lowder addressed his performance against the current leaders of the American League West, via ESPN. “We knew they were an aggressive team,” the Reds rookie said. “I had to […]

Angel Reese confirmed she is not dating Kevin Durant despite previous rumors. The rumors began to swirl after Reese was seen sitting next to Durant courtside at a game. Reese, who recently launched her own podcast called Unapologetically Angel, addressed the rumors during the podcast’s debut. “That was never a thing,” Reese said. “I don’t […]

Excitement is high for Thursday night’s NFL season-opener between the Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens. Taylor Swift initially stole the show with her entrance before the game. However, just before kickoff something else stole the show. With rain pouring in Kansas City, lightning also struck which led to an image that went viral, via […]

San Diego Padres infielder Ha-Seong Kim is hoping to return from his shoulder injury soon. However, Kim admitted that his injury recovery is “taking a little longer” than expected, per Jeff Sanders of The San Diego Union-Tribune. Kim was placed on the 10-day injured list in late August. The Padres are hoping the 28-year-old can […]

USC football will play Utah State on Saturday morning. However, the Trojans could be without linebacker Mason Cobb, as Lincoln Riley recently provided an important injury update, via Ryan Kartje of The Los Angeles Times. “USC linebacker Mason Cobb is ‘questionable’ for Saturday’s matchup with Utah State, Lincoln Riley said. Cobb wasn’t present at practice […]

It was reported late on Wednesday night that third baseman Matt Chapman and the San Francisco Giants were in agreement on a six-year, $151 million contract extension. Chapman had an opt out after the 2024 campaign but instead is ready to spend the next six seasons in San Francisco. And now Chapman is even playing […]

Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper exited the team’s 4-2 win over the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday after getting hit by a pitch. Harper provided an update on his status after the game, via MLB.com. “I feel good. I feel fine,” Harper said. Harper’s message, although brief, is encouraging. The outfielder-turned-first baseman has dealt with […]

Women’s soccer legend Alex Morgan announced her retirement on Thursday morning. Some rumors about her potential retirement came to fruition after she was snubbed from the 2024 Summer Olympics. Morgan made the retirement announcement in a video, via Morgan’s X, formerly Twitter, account. Thank you🫶 pic.twitter.com/8BkofVOh3s — Alex Morgan (@alexmorgan13) September 5, 2024 “I’m going […]

Texas Rangers general manager Chris Young said the team is placing star shortstop Corey Seager on the 15-day injured list with a hip injury, per Shawn McFarland of The Dallas Morning News. McFarland also reports that the Rangers are not sure if the injury is season-ending. Either way, Texas’ playoff hopes were already dwindling and […]

Ja’Marr Chase returned to practice on Wednesday amid his contract uncertainty with the Cincinnati Bengals. Chase had been holding out in hopes of landing a new contract. Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow provided an update on Chase after practice on Wednesday, via Ben Baby of ESPN. “He’s ready to go,” Burrow said. For insight on the […]

The Houston Astros struggled to begin the 2024 season. Some people around the MLB world immediately began to wonder if this was the year Houston would start to lose momentum and struggle after their recent success. However, the Astros bounced back and now hold a comfortable 6.5-game lead in the American League West. Astros closer […]

A’ja Wilson and Bam Adebayo dating rumors are beginning to swirl following something that occurred on Wednesday morning. Adebayo was being honored at an event by receiving the keys to the city of Miami-Dade County. Wilson was present at the event and she received a shoutout from mayor Daniella Levine Cava, via Will Manso of […]

Pitchers are throwing harder than ever in today’s game. Los Angeles Angels hurler Ben Joyce even fired a 105.5 MPH fastball on Tuesday. However, throwing hard may not always be a good thing according to Atlanta Braves utility man Whit Merrifield. Merrifield was hit in the back of the head with a fastball during the […]

Is Kevon Looney the next Stephen Curry? Maybe not, but the Golden State Warriors big man is planning to take more three-point attempts during the 2024-25 season. “I’ve been doing a lot of work,” Looney said, via scoopb.com. “Going into this season a little different, expand my game and try to grow a little bit. […]

Texas Rangers rookie Wyatt Langford has endured his share of ups and downs in 2024. The 22-year-old has enjoyed some big moments, though. On Tuesday, Langford crushed a walk-off grand slam against the New York Yankees in Texas to give the Rangers a 7-4 win. ESPN reports that Langford joined Jackie Robinson as the only […]

Los Angeles Angels manager Ron Washington’s decision to intentionally walk Shohei Ohtani to face Mookie Betts in extra innings on Tuesday night did not go according to plan. Ohtani was making his return to Anaheim in the game and fans were not happy to see the Dodgers star get intentionally walked. In a 3-2 game […]

There have not been many positives for the Los Angeles Angels in 2024. Shohei Ohtani left before the season and Mike Trout is currently injured. 23-year-old reliever Ben Joyce has given the Halos some hope for the future, though. He has a sparkling 2.08 ERA and 33 strikeouts across 34.2 innings pitched. He also throws […]

ARLINGTON, TX — Dallas Wings star Satou Sabally exited the team’s game on Tuesday against the Washington Mystics during the middle of the second quarter. It was initially uncertain if her departure from the game was injury-related. Sabally returned to the bench late in the quarter but did not play again in the first half. […]

Luka Doncic is arguably the best player in the NBA. Doncic is among the favorites to win the MVP during the 2024-25 season. One thing that Doncic does not do all that often in the NBA is dunk the basketball, though. There was a time in Luka’s career where he dunked the ball on a […]

The Texas Rangers have endured a forgettable 2024 season. Texas has dealt with no shortage of injury concerns and their playoff hopes are slim at the moment. Max Scherzer is currently dealing with an injury, but will the Rangers star pitcher return before the end of the season? According to MLB.com, Scherzer is expected to […]

The Dallas Wings are 3-1 over their past four games. They are fighting for a playoff spot and recently lost to Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever, so bouncing back on Tuesday against the Washington Mystics will be important. Dallas features a healthy roster for the most part but there is one injury concern worth […]

ARLINGTON, TX — The Dallas Wings were defeated 100-93 by the Indiana Fever on Sunday afternoon. It was a hard-fought game that saw Indiana end up earning the win in the final minutes. One of the more intriguing matchups on the floor was Jacy Sheldon and Caitlin Clark, as the two have played against one […]

ARLINGTON, TX — The atmosphere at College Park Center was electric on Sunday afternoon. The Dallas Wings were hosting the Indiana Fever, which meant that Caitlin Clark was in town. Clark, one of the most popular stars in the WNBA, always draws an immense crowd regardless of whether the Fever are playing in Indiana or […]

ARLINGTON, TX — The Dallas Wings are hosting the Indiana Fever on Sunday afternoon. With Caitlin Clark in town, excitement is high among fans. The Wings announced their eighth sellout of the 2024 regular season before the game. Although the Wings know Clark and the Fever will present a challenge with all of the extra […]

The Caitlin Clark-Angel Reese rivalry has been one of the biggest stories in sports over the past two years. Ever since the 2023 national championship game, it has been difficult to mention one of their names without the other. Both players are currently competing for the WNBA Rookie of the Year Award, although Clark and […]

Texas football defeated Colorado State 52-0 on Saturday. The Longhorns cruised to the win as quarterback Quinn Ewers recorded 260 yards and three touchdowns in the victory. Arch Manning also picked up his first college touchdown in Texas’ win. However, the Longhorns will face a much more daunting opponent in Week 2 in Michigan. “I […]

Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman was out of the lineup once again during Saturday’s game against the Kansas City Royals. Bregman had previously attempted to play through his elbow injury but Astros manager Joe Espada said the issue is impacting the infielder’s swing, per Space City Home Network. “He’s sore,” Espada said before Saturday’s […]

The Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves are set to go head-to-head in a National League East clash on Saturday night. Phillies star infielder Alec Bohm will not play in the game, however, per Tim Kelly of Phillies Nation. Bohm is dealing with a hand injury and although he has not been placed on the injured […]

The Kendrick Lamar-Drake beef has been one of the most discussed topics in the entertainment world over the past few months. Los Angeles Dodgers stars Mookie Betts and Jack Flaherty shared their thoughts on the topic during a recent episode of On Base with Mookie Betts, via B/R Walk-Off. Dodgers stars support Kendrick Lamar Betts […]

The Los Angeles Sparks have reportedly released guard Odyssey Sims, per Underdog WNBA. Sims was previously signed to a hardship contract with the Dallas Wings. However, the Wings released Sims once they returned to full health. Sims ultimately joined LA where she has appeared in six games. Sims has played at the WNBA level since […]