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The Washington Wizards took another step towards building long-term continuity by signing Corey Kispert to a four-year $54 million contract extension one hour ahead of this past Monday’s deadline. However, the 25-year-old wasn’t a big part of the Wizards’ offense in Thursday’s loss to the Boston Celtics, scoring just six points on 3-of-6 shooting with […]

The Washington Wizards have several new faces in the fold, which showed in their 122-102 opening-night loss to the defending champion Boston Celtics. Veteran forward Kyle Kuzma admitted that the squad has a ways to go before reaching its full potential. The former Los Angeles Laker stressed defensive communication, via Monumental Sports Network’s Bijan Todd. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are exactly where they dreamed they’d be when they signed Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto to contracts worth north a combined $1 billion this past offseason. While the slugging Ohtani plays every day as a designated hitter, Yamamoto’s only guaranteed World Series appearance is Game 2 on Saturday night, when he’ll […]

New York Yankees southpaw Carlos Rodon isn’t phased ahead of the biggest game of his life. The 31-year-old will start Game 2 of the World Series against the star-studded Los Angeles Dodgers, and he’s showing no fear. On Friday, Rodon dropped a spicy quote via The Orange County Register’s Bill Plunkett. “I’m a big leaguer […]

At 4-3 overall and 1-2 in the ACC, Boston College football could use another win as it inches closer to bowl eligibility. However, the Eagles are wounded heading into Friday night’s Louisville matchup. Boston College is down two of its best players, via ESPN’s Pete Thamel. “Sources: Boston College will be without star linebacker Kam […]

Washington Wizards rookie Alex Sarr was criticized for his shooting woes in NBA Summer League, and the naysayers may get louder now that he shot 1-for-7 against the Boston Celtics in his NBA debut on Thursday night. However, veteran point guard Jordan Poole won’t have it. Poole discussed his distaste for Sarr slander at Tuesday’s […]

With the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers facing off in Game 1 of the World Series on Friday night, baseball and sports fans alike will be treated to an all-time great matchup. Ahead of the Yankees-Dodgers game, we’ll be making our World Series Game 1 bold predictions. It’s not often that two of […]

With their 132-109 win over the New York Knicks on Tuesday night, the Boston Celtics reminded the NBA world that they’re still a force to be reckoned with after winning last year’s title. A big reason for Boston’s success is its continuity, which Washington Wizards head coach Brian Keefe wants to emulate. Keefe discussed his […]

Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball has been through the wringer with injuries. Luckily, though, the UCLA alum is finally back on the court for the first time since January 2022. Ball scored his first points in 1,013 days during the Bulls’ regular-season opener against the New Orleans Pelicans, sinking a first-quarter three to tie the […]

The Atlanta Hawks hosted the Brooklyn Nets to open their regular season schedule on Thursday night, but with a melancholic twist. The Hawks honored late legend Dikembe Mutombo, who passed away due to brain cancer on September 30, before the game. Mutombo’s picture was put on the JumboTron with a message, via the team’s social […]

The Washington Wizards host the Boston Celtics to open their regular season slate in one of their hardest tests of the year on Thursday night. The defending-champion Celtics are coming off of a nearly record-setting shooting performance against the New York Knicks, but Wizards center Jonas Valanciunas thinks that he and Alex Sarr can slow […]

The Washington Wizards re-signed veteran forward Corey Kispert one hour before Monday’s 6 PM EST deadline, and Jordan Poole is a happy camper. Poole has mentioned how much he admires Kispert’s game, and now they’ll play together for the foreseeable future. Poole dropped a two-word reaction, via Instagram. Jordan Poole congratulates Corey Kispert on his […]

Players who play well deserve roster spots, and Washington Wizards guard Jared Butler is no exception. Washington brought back the 24-year-old on Monday, just two days after waiving him. The Wizards signed Butler to a two-way deal, via HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto. As a result, Washington waived rookie guard RayJ Dennis, via the NBA’s transaction page. […]

Washington Wizards swingman Corey Kispert has progressively improved since getting drafted in 2021, and now he gets a pay raise. The Wizards inked the Gonzaga alum to a new deal just one hour before Monday’s 6 PM EST deadline. Kispert is committed to Washington for four more years, via NBA insider Marc Stein. “Corey Kispert […]

Another week, same story for the New York Jets. “Gang Green” fell to the Pittsburgh Steelers 37-15 on Sunday Night Football, inspiring more Woody Johnson jabs from Bill Belichick. Belichick sounded off about the Jets’ owner on Monday, via The Pat McAfee Show. Bill Belichick: “The Jets are the Jets and Woody is Woody.” pic.twitter.com/rpS9bLLAkA […]

The red-hot Washington Commanders kept rolling on Sunday, crushing the Carolina Panthers 40-7 at home to bring their record to 5-2. However, rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels got hurt in the process. As a result, Daniels may miss this Sunday’s game, via NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. “Commanders QB Jayden Daniels, who left Sunday’s win early because […]

The Washington Wizards have undergone plenty of changes recently, from the front office down to the coaching staff and roster. However, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser is doing all she can to ensure their home address stays the same. Bowser proposed legislation to buy Capital One Arena, via NBC 4 Washington’s Mark Segraves. “BREAKING: After months […]

Life isn’t easy as a fringe NBA player, and former Washington Wizards guard Jared Butler was reminded of that on Saturday night. Despite a standout showing against the New York Knicks on Friday, the Wizards waived him. Multiple factors led to the decision, via The Washington Post’s Varun Shankar. “Bit of a surprising move for […]

The Milwaukee Bucks got derailed by injuries last season, and the bad luck has followed them into the new campaign. All-Star forward Khris Middleton may miss more time after sitting out the Bucks’ preseason finale on Thursday night. Milwaukee coach Doc Rivers left the door open for Middleton to play in Wednesday’s season opener against […]

After a spectacular Game 1 outing, Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Jack Flaherty looked to be an imposing matchup with the New York Mets facing elimination in Game 5. However, the former Detroit Tiger got shelled for eight runs in just three innings in the 12-6 loss. Flaherty’s stuff was much better in Game 1, according […]

Although New York Yankees southpaw Nestor Cortes is not on the ALCS roster, his season may not be over. With the Yankees up 3-1 over the Cleveland Guardians in the series, “Nasty Nestor” could appear in the Fall Classic. Cortes faced hitters in live batting practice ahead of Saturday night’s Game 5 at Progressive Field […]

Preseason games don’t count, but the Washington Wizards’ 118-117 win over the New York Knicks on Friday night was as exciting as it gets for a rebuilding team. Fringe players such as Johnny Davis and Jared Butler, the former of whom hit the game-winner, stood out, but first-round rookie Bub Carrington holding his own against […]

The Washington Wizards finished their preseason slate on Friday night, but they’re not done adding players to the organization. While two-way contracts aren’t headlining moves, adding talent for cheap is always a good thing. The Wizards signed Baylor alum RayJ Dennis on Saturday, via NBA.com. Dennis earned second-team All-Big 12 honors with the Bears last […]

The Denver Broncos trounced the New Orleans Saints 33-10 on the road on Thursday Night Football to kick off the Week 7 slate. However, Broncos wideout Courtland Sutton made the kind of history one wouldn’t expect in such a dominant win. Denver quarterback Bo Nix didn’t throw him the ball once, via The Denver Gazette’s […]

The New York Yankees are two wins away from clinching their first World Series birth since 2009. However, one of their relief pitchers won’t be on the roster if they advance. The Yankees made a personnel switch ahead of Friday’s ALCS Game 4 against the Cleveland Guardians, via MLB.com’s Bryan Hoch. “Mark Leiter Jr. has […]

Ahead of Game 5 of the NLCS, New York Mets star Francisco Lindor sat down with MLB legend Alex Rodriguez. However, “A-Rod” may not have expected a rough trip down memory lane. Lindor brought up the New York Yankees’ heartbreaking 2019 ALCS loss to the Houston Astros, via FOX Sports. Francisco Lindor: "I remember watching […]

Washington Wizards rookie Kyshawn George has been a standout player this fall ahead of the team’s final preseason contest on Friday night. So much so, that veteran forward Kyle Kuzma sees shades of a certain NBA All-Defensive First Teamer in the Miami alum. Kuzma likened George to New York Knicks forward Mikal Bridges on Thursday, […]

The Washington Wizards held an open practice at Thurgood Marshall Academy Public Charter High School in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, allowing students to interact with players. Point guard Jordan Poole, who is now in his second year with the team, reflected on the experience. Poole enjoyed being a “positive outlet,” via Monumental Sports Network’s Chase […]

At 1-5, the Cleveland Browns’ playoff hopes are dwindling. However, star running back Nick Chubb could be their savior. Chubb will most likely play against the Bengals on Sunday for the first time this season, via ESPN’s Adam Schefter. “Browns HC Kevin Stefanski told reporters that, despite Nick Chubb’s questionable injury tag for Sunday’s game against […]

Although the top 10 won’t be released until Thursday, ESPN revealed its top 100 NBA players as the 2024-25 season approaches. Washington Wizards big man Jonas Valanciunas is the team’s lone representative, checking in at 91st. Valanciunas’ durability helped him secure his spot on the list, via ESPN’s Michael Wright. “Valanciunas showcased incredible durability last […]

The 2024 Chicago White Sox made the wrong kind of history, and there will be consequences. After losing an MLB-record 121 games, majority owner Jerry Reinsdorf may move on. Reinsdorf is open to selling the team and is in talks with an ownership group led by former big-leaguer Dave Stewart, via The Athletic’s Brittany Ghiroli. […]

After getting traded to the New York Jets on Tuesday, star wideout Davante Adams reworked his contract to lower his 2024 salary cap number to $3.21 million and made the next two years voidable. The former Las Vegas Raider is guaranteed to be in New York for the rest of this season. Adams expressed his […]

Since getting drafted by the Washington Wizards 15th overall in 2021, Corey Kispert has slowly raised his stock. However, the team must decide by Monday if it’s seen enough to commit to the 6-foot-6, 242-pounder long-term. Kispert opened up about his contract situation on Tuesday, via Monumental Sports Network’s Bijan Todd. The Wizards have until […]

Although the Washington Wizards lost 131-92 to the Brooklyn Nets on Monday night, power forward Marvin Bagley III made a case to get prominent minutes this season with a 10-point, eight-rebound performance. However, Bagley talked up second-year guard Bilal Coulibaly in practice the following day rather than his own efforts. Bagley is impressed with Coulibaly’s […]

It’s that time of year again. November is approaching, which means the college basketball season is around the corner. The preseason AP Top 25 poll was released on Monday, which means it’s time to overanalyze something that’ll mean nothing in March. Of course, true hoop-heads can’t help themselves anyway. The official list is as follows, […]

While Jordan Poole is one of the Washington Wizards’ best players, he’ll need support from his teammates in order to succeed this year. Luckily, Kyshawn George and Corey Kispert have both shown they’re up to the task thus far. Poole explained what he likes about George as a player. Jordan Poole talks up Kyshawn George and […]

Although 2023-24 was a rough season for the Washington Wizards, it provided then-rookie Bilal Coulibaly with vital experience at the top level, finishing with 8.4 points per game on 43.5% shooting with 4.1 boards and 1.7 assists across 63 contests. However, the 2023 seventh overall pick isn’t satisfied. Coulibaly wants to improve a key area […]

One could say that Utah football is going through “Murphy’s Law.” Not only did the Utes’ 27-19 upset loss to Arizona State drop them out of the AP Top 25, but quarterback Cam Rising got hurt again. Head coach Kyle Whittingham said Rising is out “indefinitely” and true freshman Isaac Wilson will start “until further […]

The Washington Wizards didn’t draft Alex Sarr No. 2 overall for his three-point shooting, but he’s been hot from deep so far this preseason. The French international is 7-for-12 from long range through three games, making at least two in each contest. However, Wizards coach Brian Keefe wants Sarr to focus on what’s most important. […]