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Chet Holmgren would be the front-runner for the NBA Rookie of the Year award in almost any other year. After missing the 2022-23 season, though, Holmgren happened to be a rookie at the same time as San Antonio Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama. Nevertheless, Holmgren enjoyed a strong 2023-24 campaign and is continuing to find success […]

DALLAS — Luka Doncic exited Game 3 of the Los Angeles Clippers-Dallas Mavericks playoff series on Friday with an apparent knee injury, but quickly returned to the game. Mavs head coach Jason Kidd provided an update on Doncic’s status on Saturday. “Good, everybody’s good,” Kidd said. It was later revealed that Luka is listed as […]

Hailey Van Lith recently announced her official transfer from LSU women’s basketball to TCU women’s basketball. The initial reports of Van Lith’s transfer were met by uncertainty after news broke that she had not officially joined the team. However, Van Lith made things official on Friday. Angel Reese, who was teammates with Van Lith during […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 101-90 in Game 3 of their NBA playoff series on Friday. It was a fiery battle that saw multiple ejections. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving led Dallas again, but the Mavs certainly utilized an all-around team effort. Doncic finished with 22 points to lead the […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks won Game 3 of their first round playoff series against the Los Angeles Clippers by a final score of 101-90 on Friday night. It was a physical game that led to a number of heated moments. Through it all, Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and the Mavs kept their cool for […]

DALLAS — Luka Doncic suffered an injury scare in Game 3 against the Los Angeles Clippers. He was walking gingerly off the court after suffering an apparent lower body injury. After a quick trip to the locker room, Doncic later returned. It appears that he will attempt to play through the pain. This will be […]

DALLAS — On Friday, the Dallas Mavericks will host the Los Angeles Clippers for Game 3 of their first round playoff series. The series is currently tied at 1-1, so Friday’s game is unquestionably important for both teams. The Mavs and Clippers are dealing with injury concerns, however. On Thursday, Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers lead the National League West, but they have endured some inconsistent moments to begin the 2024 season. Expectations are high for LA following their huge offseason. Thus far, the Dodgers have performed well but they feature the potential to play much better. The starting rotation has dealt with injury concerns, as […]

There are no shortage of various arguments when it comes to the greatest of all-time (GOAT) conversation in the NBA. Either LeBron James or Michael Jordan are typically mentioned as the GOAT, with many fans, players, and analysts often passionately taking one side. Dwight Howard recently shared his thoughts on the NBA GOAT debate, via […]

After years of fighting to get his Heisman Trophy back, Reggie Bush finally won the battle. It was recently revealed that the Heisman Trophy would be returned to the former USC football star running back. Bush appeared on The Pat McAfee Show Friday and reacted to having his Heisman Trophy back. “When I first got […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Clippers will go head-to-head on Friday night at the American Airlines Center. Game 3 projects to be a competitive affair with the series currently even at one game apiece. Mavericks forward PJ Washington referred to Game 3 as a “must-win” for Dallas. “It’s a must-win,” Washington said […]

The New York Yankees are in first place in the American League East as of this story’s writing. It has been a strong start for the Yankees, a team that missed the postseason in 2023. Can New York sustain their success though? In all reality, this Yankees ball club has what it takes to make […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Clippers will play Game 3 of their postseason series in Dallas at the American Airlines Center. LA earned a 109-97 victory in Game 1 before the Mavs answered with a hard-fought 96-93 win in Game 2. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving will lead the offensive attack once […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks are gearing up for Game 3 of their first round playoff series with the Los Angeles Clippers. Dallas has momentum following their 96-93 Game 2 victory in LA, but the Mavs are also dealing with some injury trouble. Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd revealed that Tim Hardaway Jr. and Olivier-Maxence […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks earned a pivotal 96-93 Game 2 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday in LA. With the series returning to Dallas for Game 3, both teams held practice on Thursday before Friday’s Game 3. Of course, one of the primary storylines from Game 2 was Luka Doncic and Kyrie […]

Trade rumors are already beginning in April. According to MLB insider Jon Heyman, the Los Angeles Dodgers could make sense as a trade destination for Boston Red Sox closer Kenley Jansen, via B/R Walk-Off. “Kenley Jansen is the one that comes to mind,” Heyman said. “He was a longtime Dodger, started with the Dodgers. Doesn’t […]

Tiger Woods’ son Charlie Woods has aspirations of making it big in the golf world, just like his father. Charlie is reportedly planning to attempt to qualify for the 2024 US Open via an 18-hole event on Thursday in Florida, according to Bob Harig of si.com. Charlie is reportedly expected to tee off Thursday morning. […]

Former first baseman Eric Hosmer, who spent time with the San Diego Padres during his impressive MLB career, announced his retirement before the 2024 season. During a recent episode of the Diggin’ Deep Podcast, Hosmer told a story about a Padres player who used to smoke cigarettes in the clubhouse. “I tell the story with […]

Mike Trout is one of the best players in MLB. There was a time, however, when some people around the MLB world doubted his potential as a power threat in the big leagues. The Los Angeles Angels superstar recently addressed various career milestones he hopes to reach, including one specific milestone that would further prove […]

The San Antonio Spurs need a reliable guard to play alongside Victor Wembanyama. San Antonio dealt with point guard questions during the 2023-24 season, so it would not be surprising to see them pursue a veteran guard in free agency or via trade. Chris Paul, who played for the Golden State Warriors this past season, […]

DJ LeMahieu was seemingly on the verge of returning to the New York Yankees heading into his most recent rehab game. Barring any setbacks, New York was hopeful that the veteran infielder would re-join the big league ball club as soon as possible. LeMahieu, however, exited Tuesday’s rehab game early after feeling soreness in his […]

Blake Snell, who has recorded a lackluster 11.57 ERA across three starts thus far with the San Francisco Giants in 2024, is reportedly being placed on the 15-day IL, the team announced. Snell is dealing with a left adductor strain, and the IL move is retroactive to April 23. Right-handed pitcher Landen Roupp was recalled […]

Two years ago, the Dallas Mavericks went head-to-head with the Phoenix Suns in an intense playoff series. Dallas fought back from a 3-1 deficit and ultimately cruised to a Game 7 victory over Phoenix. On Tuesday, the Mavericks defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 96-93 in LA, and Chris Paul, who was on that Suns team, […]

The NBA world believes in the Dallas Mavericks. Luka Doncic may have been overlooked in the MVP conversation early during the 2023-24 season, but now everyone is talking about Doncic, Kyrie Irving and the Mavs. Dallas earned a big 96-93 Game 2 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday to even their playoff series […]

The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Los Angeles Clippers by a final score of 96-93 on Tuesday in Game 2 of their playoff series. It was a hard-fought affair, with both teams going back-and-forth throughout. Luka Doncic enjoyed an excellent game from an offensive standpoint and stepped up on the defensive end as well. Meanwhile, Kyrie […]

In a game that featured no shortage of physicality and emotion, the Dallas Mavericks earned a 96-93 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 2 of their playoff series. Luka Doncic led the way with 32 points, nine assists and six rebounds, while Kyrie Irving added 23 points, three assists, and six rebounds in […]

Tim Hardaway Jr. exited Tuesday’s Dallas Mavericks-Los Angeles Clippers playoff game with an apparent injury. The TNT broadcast later revealed that Hardaway had suffered a right ankle sprain and will miss the remainder of the game. Hardaway, a three-point threat, will be missed as Dallas looks to close out a victory in Game 2 against […]

The Cleveland Guardians, despite losing ace Shane Bieber to Tommy John surgery, have the best record in MLB as of this story’s writing. So how are the Guardians, who feature one of the lowest payrolls in the sport, finding so much success? Well, they have certainly utilized a complete team effort, but the contributions from […]

The Phoenix Suns currently trail the Minnesota Timberwolves 1-0 in their playoff series. Phoenix would love nothing more than to even the series at one game apiece on Tuesday night in Minnesota. Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, and Bradley Beal will lead the way, but Phoenix’s top three-point option Grayson Allen is battling an injury concern. […]

Triston Casas recently left a Boston Red Sox’s game with an apparent injury. The Red Sox slugger received a discouraging result on Tuesday, as it was revealed that he will be “out for a while” with a right rib fracture, per Chris Cotillo of Mass Live. Multiple reports state that Casas will miss a significant […]

Luka Doncic is arguably the best player in the NBA right now. He was recently named an MVP finalist, and has led the Dallas Mavericks ever since the team drafted him. Former NBA player Goran Dragic believes in Doncic, but thinks the Mavericks star still needs to make a “change” in order to win a […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are looking to take a 2-0 series lead in the NBA playoffs over the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday. Minnesota has one player listed on the injury report, though, as Kyle Anderson is battling a hip injury. Anderson suffered the injury in Game 1. The Timberwolves still earned a convincing 120-95 victory over […]

Pitching at Coors Field in Colorado is never an easy task given its high elevation. The thin air tends to cause havoc for pitchers. Dylan Cease did not seem to mind, though, as the San Diego Padres star made Coors Field history on Monday. “Dylan Cease is the first pitcher in Coors Field history to […]

Dereck Lively II played in his first career playoff game on Sunday, which was just over a week after his mother, Kathy Drysdale, passed away following a battle with cancer. The Dallas Mavericks lost Game 1 of their playoff series against the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday, but Lively told reporters on Monday that “this […]

The Milwaukee Brewers currently lead the National League Central with a 14-6 record. Milwaukee has performed well despite trading former ace Corbin Burnes to the Baltimore Orioles during the offseason, but the Brewers were recently dealt a concerning injury update. It was revealed that veteran starting pitcher Wade Miley is dealing with left elbow inflammation. […]

Who do you think is the NBA’s most overrated player? The Athletic conducted an interview of 142 anonymous NBA players and asked them that question. According to The Athletic’s Poll, Rudy Gobert was voted as the most overrated player in the league by his peers, via Sam Amick and Josh Robbins of The Athletic. Gobert […]

Dallas Mavericks sixth man Tim Hardaway Jr.’s father Tim Hardaway Sr. was not pleased with the team’s offensive approach against the Los Angels Clippers on Sunday. The Mavs were ultimately defeated 109-97 in Game 1 of their playoff series. “Connecticut University runs a better offense than the Dallas Mavericks,” Hardaway Sr. said on The Carton […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder earned a narrow 94-92 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans in their first round playoff matchup on Sunday. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 28 points, but it was Jalen Williams’ barking antics that stole headlines following the win. “(Jonas Valanciunas) yelled in my face, and he picked me up off […]

The Dallas Mavericks struggled to find any momentum during the first half of Sunday’s 109-97 Game 1 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic helped Dallas begin to perform much better in the second half, but Dallas still ultimately dropped their first game of the 2024 NBA playoffs. Doncic knows the […]