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The Dallas Mavericks lost 120-103 to the Memphis Grizzlies Tuesday. The defeat followed an impressive victory over the Western Conference-leading Minnesota Timberwolves for Dallas. So how can the Mavs rebound following Tuesday’s forgettable affair? Kyrie Irving has the answer: “One thing you will recognize in this league is that a lot of us have short-term […]

Quarterback Jayden Maiava has committed to USC football, Greg Biggins of 247sports.com reports. The decision comes after Maiava had previously committed to Georgia, making this a surprising move. Maiava has displayed signs of potential in the past and should be able to find success with USC. He spent 2023 with UNLV football and threw for […]

Josh Hader wants to get paid! Okay, well, every free-agent wants to get paid, but Hader is reportedly seeking a record-breaking deal for a closer, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Edwin Diaz previously signed a five-year, $102 million contract with the New York Mets. However, teams are expecting Hader to receive a more […]

Dylan Cease is one of the better pitchers in baseball, and the Chicago White Sox are in a rebuild of sorts. As a result, Cease has drawn no shortage of interest in trade talks. Chicago is seemingly willing to listen on Cease trade offers, but general manager Chris Getz said a deal isn’t close yet, […]

Dylan Cease is one of the most popular remaining trade candidates this offseason. The Los Angeles Dodgers, Baltimore Orioles, and New York Yankees have been mentioned as potential landing destinations for the Chicago White Sox ace. The Yankees, who in all reality have to add more pitching to seriously compete in 2024, are reportedly ready […]

With stars such as Juan Soto and Tyler Glasnow already being traded this offseason, it will be interesting to see if any other big deals are made. There are a number of other players who have been mentioned in trade rumors, but that doesn’t necessarily mean those players are destined to be playing in new […]

The San Antonio Spurs are not playoff contenders in 2023-24. They hold a 5-30 record as of this story’s writing and will not be favored to acquire many stars via trade ahead of the deadline. With that being said, San Antonio is reportedly interested in a reunion with guard Dejounte Murray. “Dejounte Murray is trade […]

Will Bill Belichick return to the New England Patriots in 2024? Many reports over the past few weeks have suggested that Belichick’s time in New England would be over after the 2023 season. Nothing is confirmed at the moment, however, and the situation received an important update on Tuesday, via Jordan Schultz of Bleacher Report. […]

Stephen A. Smith previously made eye-opening comments about Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry’s leadership that led to a recent response from Draymond Green. Green admitted to being “pissed” about criticism being thrown in Curry’s direction. Smith responded to Green on Tuesday during an episode of The Stephen A. Smith Show, via ClutchPoints. “Did you […]

The Dallas Mavericks earned a competitive 115-108 victory over the West-leading Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday. Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic both performed especially well in the game, ultimately leading Dallas to the win. Doncic has been battling an ankle injury, however. Dallas, meanwhile, is looking to win a fourth consecutive game versus the Grizzlies. Fans […]

Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry is one of the better players to ever step foot on an NBA floor. However, his leadership was previously called into question by Stephen A. Smith of ESPN. Draymond Green, who was recently out due to a suspension, addressed Smith’s criticism of the Warriors guard, via The Volume and […]

Michigan football won the national championship game on Monday, earning a 34-13 victory over Washington. The game featured plenty of impressive performances from Wolverines players. Michigan’s rushing attack performed especially well. Blake Corum rushed for 134 yards and two touchdowns, while Donovan Edwards added 104 yards and a pair of touchdowns. “I feel like this […]

What started out as a successful tenure with the Boston Red Sox ended with injury frustrations and a trade to the Atlanta Braves for Chris Sale. Sale, who began his MLB career in Chicago with the White Sox, ended up in Boston for the 2017 season. He later played an important role in helping the […]

The Los Angeles Lakers and guard Skylar Mays are in agreement on a two-way deal, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports. Mays will provide depth for the Lakers at the guard position. He previously played for the Atlanta Hawks and Portland Trail Blazers, most recently spending time with Portland this season. He made his NBA debut […]

The New York Yankees made a move in MLB free agency on Monday. New York agreed to a contract with former Toronto Blue Jays infielder Kevin Smith, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports. Smith, 27, can play third base and shortstop. He made his MLB debut with Toronto in 2021, ultimately appearing in […]

The Detroit Red Wings currently hold a 20-16-4 record in the 2023-24 season. It has not been a terrible season by any means for Detroit, but the Red Wings’ inability to find consistency in terms of winning has led some to wonder if Patrick Kane could be traded. However, David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period […]

William Nylander and the Toronto Maple Leafs agreed to an eight-year, $92 million contract extension Monday. The extension instantly became the largest deal in Maple Leafs’ history. Nylander shared his reaction to inking the new contract with Toronto, via Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic. “It’s a very special feeling,” Nylander said. “This has been home […]

Is there a chance of Sam LaPorta returning for the Detroit Lions’ Wild Card game after suffering a knee injury in Week 18? The star tight end received a pivotal update from head coach Dan Campbell on Monday, via Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team. “#Lions HC Dan Campbell said TE Sam LaPorta has an […]

The New Orleans Saints finished the 2023 season with a mediocre 9-8 record. However, New Orleans displayed signs of life towards the end of the year. Head coach Dennis Allen was asked if he expects to return for the 2024 campaign, and offered an intriguing response, via Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. “That is my […]

The Phoenix Suns were defeated by the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday, losing by a final score of 121-115. Devin Booker believes the Suns stars should be on the court together on a more consistent basis, per Duane Rankin of azcentral. “That should be the recipe at all times, especially deeper in the season or big […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been the busiest team in MLB free agency, making no shortage of notable moves. Most recently, LA agreed to terms on a contract with outfielder Teoscar Hernandez after previously signing superstars Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. The Dodgers aren’t done looking to add either. They were previously linked to reliever […]

Mikey Williams and JJ Taylor are entering the transfer portal, Eric Bossi of 247Sports reports. The Memphis basketball freshmen are looking for a change-of-scenery, and it will be interesting to see where Williams ends up after previously dealing with off-the-court league issues. Williams previously pleaded guilty to a gun charge that could lead to six […]

The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 115-108 on Sunday night at American Airlines Center. Kyrie Irving was phenomenal in the win, recording 35 points, eight rebounds, five assists, three steals, and two blocks. Luka Doncic also performed well in what was a thrilling affair. The Timberwolves, who hold the best record in the Western […]

Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic is one of the best guards in the NBA. Kyrie Irving and Doncic led Dallas’ offense in Sunday’s 115-108 victory over the Western Conference leading Minnesota Timberwolves. Luka also performed well on the defensive end, matching up against Timberwolves big man Karl-Anthony Towns in the post. Towns still finished with […]

The Dallas Mavericks are fresh off a victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. Dallas is looking to take care of business once again in Friday’s rematch with the Blazers. However, the Mavs are dealing with a number of injury concerns heading into the game. The good news is that Kyrie Irving is back from injury […]

Dallas Mavericks employees will love Mark Cuban and the team’s latest decision. Cuban, who recently sold his majority stake in the Mavs to Miriam Adelson and family, told employees of the team that they would be receiving lucrative bonuses in an email, per Tim MacMahon of ESPN. “As a thank you for all your hard […]

On Friday, the Dallas Mavericks recalled rookie Olivier-Maxence Prosper after sending him to the G League Thursday, via Mavs PR on X (formerly Twitter). Prosper, who was a 2023 first-round pick is set to re-join the team. Dallas still has confidence in Prosper. He performed well at the college level and the Mavs believe he’s […]

Auburn football is reportedly firing offensive coordinator Philip Montgomery, Bruce Feldman of The Athletic reports. The decision by Auburn to fire Montgomery follows a disappointing 2023 season for the Tigers. Hugh Freeze and Auburn are clearly looking for a change after just one season with Montgomery. Auburn expects to play a competitive brand of football […]

The New York Rangers and Calgary Flames are rumored to be discussing a trade centered around forward Kaapo Kakko, per James Wilson of NHL Trade Rumors. In addition to Kakko being sent to Calgary in the rumored deal, the Flames would also receive Braden Schneider and a 2024 second-round pick. Meanwhile, New York would receive […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars will play the Tennessee Titans in Week 18. Sunday’s Jaguars-Titans affair is a crucial contest with the NFL playoffs right around the corner, and Jacksonville may receive a key reinforcement in wide receiver Christian Kirk, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports. “Jaguars WR Christian Kirk (groin surgery) progressing well and hitting his […]

A recent report suggested that Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham may be on the hot seat amid the team’s 2023-24 struggles. Replacements have even been mentioned despite Ham still being the Lakers head coach. Sam Amick of The Athletic provided an update Friday that will please fans of Darvin Ham, however. “Yet as […]

Trevor Bauer was considered one of the best pitchers in MLB just a few years ago. He ended up landing a lucrative contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers after winning the NL Cy Young with the Cincinnati Reds in 2020, and it appeared that Bauer had plenty of good years ahead of him while pitching […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are clearly doing everything they can to build a World Series winning roster. LA already signed superstars Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto in MLB free agency, and traded for Tyler Glasnow and Manuel Margot from the Tampa Bay Rays. Now, the Dodgers are being linked to star free-agent reliever Josh Hader. […]

The New York Yankees already acquired outfielders Juan Soto and Alex Verdugo this offseason. New York may not be done looking to add talent via trade, though. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that the Yankees and Baltimore Orioles have “sincere” trade interest in Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Dylan Cease. Cease is among the […]

Kyrie Irving and the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Portland Trail Blazers at home by a final score of 126-97 on Wednesday. Irving and Luka Doncic led the charge for Dallas, with Doncic scoring 41 points and Irving finishing with 29 points, nine rebounds, five assists, and two steals. Kyrie Irving beats the shot clock with […]

The Dallas Mavericks assigned Olivier-Maxence Prosper to the G League Thursday, via Mavs PR on X (formerly Twitter). Prosper will join the Mavs G League affiliate, the Texas Legends. Prosper played for Clemson and Marquette in college before entering the NBA Draft. He was an intriguing prospect given his versatility as a forward and upside. […]

The Dallas Mavericks recently faced the Utah Jazz in a road game. Dallas was ultimately defeated 127-90 in Kyrie Irving’s return from injury. However, the primary storyline after the game surfaced from the following report, via Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune: “A rabbi says the Utah Jazz made him put down his ‘I’m […]

The New York Mets and outfielder Harrison Bader are reportedly in agreement on a one-year contract, per Andy Martino of SNY. It was later reported that the deal is worth $10.5 million, per Jeff Passan of ESPN. The 29-year-old outfielder has previously played for the St. Louis Cardinals, New York Yankees, and Cincinnati Reds. Bader […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are currently struggling. LA was defeated by the Miami Heat, who were without Jimmy Butler on Wednesday, dropping their record to below .500. Questions have also emerged about head coach Darvin Ham’s future with the Lakers. Los Angeles seemingly doesn’t want to rebuild, though. LA made a lot of moves this […]