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Draymond Green takes pride in his podcast, The Draymond Green Show, and being a member of the “new media.” Recently on his podcast, the Golden State Warriors forward discussed Kendrick Perkins as a part of the “old media.” During his rant towards Perkins, he referred to the ESPN analyst as a “coon.” Perkins responded to […]

News broke last week that PJ Tucker was opting out of his $7.4 million player option with the Miami Heat. Since then, the Philadelphia 76ers have become to biggest contender to land the veteran forward. Now, with 2022 NBA Free Agency two days away, Tucker to the Sixers is basically a “done deal.” Tucker is […]

Just days before the 2022 NBA Free Agency, Kyrie Irving exercised his $36.9 million player option with the Brooklyn Nets. The news broke Monday after seemingly endless rumors about him headed to different teams throughout the league. Stephen A. Smith took to Twitter on Tuesday to voice his opinion on Irving’s opt-in. In the two-minute […]

The Washington Commanders just signed Terry McLaurin to a three-year, $70 million contract extension. This is McLaurin’s first massive deal since he signed his rookie contract back in 2019, and it makes him one of the top-five highest-paid wide receivers in the league. The star wide receiver is undoubtedly excited about the payday, and his […]

The 2022 MLB Home Run Derby is set for July 18. Unfortunately for Toronto Blue Jays fans, they won’t get to see Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in the contest this year. The star slugger declined the invitation because of an injury he suffered in May. According to Shi Davidi of SportsNet, Guerrero announced his decision following […]

After seemingly endless trade and contract rumors, it looks like Kyrie Irving is sticking with the Brooklyn Nets. He exercised his $37 million player option on Tuesday ahead of the 2022 NBA Free Agency period. The Nets guard is focused on proving himself this year. This is according to The Athletic, which reports that “multiple […]

Russell Westbrook is expected to exercise his $47.1 million player option with the Los Angeles Lakers. This news comes just minutes after Westbrook posted a carefree jam-out session, which appeared to be a message to his “Westbrick” haters. The Lakers guard tweeted a video of him in the car singing along to Beyonce’s “Break My […]

Many stars are opting into their player options ahead of the 2022 NBA Free Agency. The latest to do so is Russell Westbrook. According to Adrian Wojnarowski, the guard plans on exercising his $47.1 million player option with the Los Angeles Lakers. Woj tweeted the news Tuesday morning. ESPN Sources: Los Angeles Lakers star Russell […]

Since March of 2021, Deshaun Watson has faced numerous sexual misconduct allegations. A year later, a grand jury declined to charge him for all 22 criminal cases against him, allowing the Cleveland Browns to subsequently sign him. Four civil cases remain open after two more allegations surfaced and 20 settlements. Along with the civil cases, […]

Before joining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tom Brady left behind a championship dynasty with the New England Patriots. His success directly correlated to the success of his team, and he won a total of six championships throughout his 20 seasons in New England. In that span, many teammates came and went, picking up a few […]

The Detroit Pistons had a successful outing at the 2022 NBA Draft. They used their first-round pick on young talent Jaden Ivey, securing the top-ranked shooting guard fifth overall. Ivey is excited to be one of the newest players in the NBA. He appreciates the perks of being in the league, including having his own […]

WNBA star Brittney Griner is still being detained in Russia, forcing her Phoenix Mercury teammates to start the season without her. Unfortunately, they’re now 6-12 after 18 games, and Griner’s absence is undoubtedly a huge factor in the equation. One of the main players to step up for the Mercury is Tina Charles. She has […]

The Washington Commanders have been extremely busy this offseason. It all began when the 2021-2022 season came to a close, and the team announced its rebrand. From the Washington Football Team to the Commanders, it was a fresh start for the franchise. Since then, a lot more has changed and happened to shape the organization. […]

While the Utah Jazz wasn’t overly active in the 2022 NBA Draft, the team has been extremely busy in other aspects of the offseason. The Jazz is still searching for its next head coach, and trade rumors surrounding Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell continue to circulate throughout the league. Now, according to SNY reporter Ian […]

The Philadelphia 76ers traded their only pick in the 2022 NBA Draft to the Memphis Grizzlies Thursday night. Memphis received the No. 23 pick and veteran Danny Green in exchange for guard De’Anthony Melton. The trade was finalized Friday afternoon, and Sixers general manager Daryl Morey had a heartfelt statement for Green. .@dmorey on @DGreen_14 […]

The Atlanta Hawks entered the 2022 NBA Draft with the 16th overall pick in the first round, and the No. 44 pick in the second. The team used its first-round pick on AJ Griffin while trading down in the second round for the No. 51 pick and some cash. The Hawks certainly weren’t the most […]

Many NBA fans are elated following their teams’ performances in the 2022 NBA Draft. Others, like the New York Knicks’ fanbase — not so much. The team had Knicks fans fuming after making three controversial trades Thursday night. Amid the backlash, team president Leon Rose felt the need to address why these decisions were made. […]

The Chicago Blackhawks are finally ending their search for their next head coach. After nearly an entire season under interim head coach Derek King, the Blackhawks are set to hire Luke Richardson as the next man up. NHL insider Frank Seravalli tweeted the news Friday morning. Hearing Luke Richardson will be the next head coach […]

With the 2022 NBA Draft complete, the next big thing this NBA offseason is the league’s free agency period. Many stars are still deciding whether or not to opt into their player options or test the waters of free agency. This includes Russell Westbrook, who has yet to sign his $47 million player option with […]

The 2022 NBA free agency period is just a few days away, and Kyrie Irving has yet to opt into his player option with the Brooklyn Nets. If he doesn’t opt-in by June 29, Irving officially becomes a free agent. Earlier this week, it became apparent that the Los Angeles Lakers are the biggest threat […]

After one season with the Kentucky Wildcats, TyTy Washington Jr. declared for the 2022 NBA Draft. And now, he’s the newest member of the Houston Rockets. The team selected him 29th overall in the 2022 NBA Draft. This is a huge addition to the Rockets. Washington was ranked 12th overall as the top-ranked point guard […]

Dalen Terry is the newest member of the Chicago Bulls. The team selected him with the 18th overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. He ranked 24th overall in his draft class and fifth in his position. Terry, a sophomore from Arizona, has plenty of talent to bring to the Bulls. This past year, the […]

After a two-year stint with the Duke Blue Devils, Mark Williams is officially a member of the Charlotte Hornets. The Hornets drafted him 15th overall in the 2022 NBA Draft. Williams is undoubtedly a huge acquisition for the Hornets team. At 7’2, 242 lbs, he is the third-ranked center in the 2022 NBA Draft class […]

Jalen Williams proved his potential through only three seasons in the NCAA. Now, he’s taking his talents to the NBA. The Oklahoma City Thunder selected Williams 12th overall in the 2022 NBA Draft. This is huge for the Thunder. Williams was highly regarded coming into the draft as the sixth-ranked shooting guard and 21st overall […]

After only two seasons in the NCAA, Johnny Davis is taking his talents to the NBA. The Washington Wizards selected him 10th overall in the 2022 NBA Draft. He’s one of the top-ranked guards in the class, Davis is a huge acquisition for Washington. The 6’5 sophomore was a key contributor during his two years […]

After declaring for the 2022 NBA Draft in mid-April, Jeremy Sochan is officially going pro. The San Antonio Spurs selected the Baylor Bears freshman No. 9 overall. He was ranked 11th overall in the 2022 class and fourth among the forwards. Sochan proved his NBA potential in only one year in the NCAA at only […]

The Philadelphia Eagles are looking good heading into the 2022 NFL Season. Howie Roseman and company worked hard in the offseason to acquire talent wherever and whenever they could. They drafted promising defensemen Jordan Davis and Nakobe Dean, while also using a pick to acquire AJ Brown from the Tennessee Titans. Along with the new […]

The Brooklyn Nets could find themselves completely rebuilding this offseason with the latest information on Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. Durant is “monitoring the Brooklyn Nets’ situation and considering options with his future” amid Irving’s own questions about his future. This is according to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium, who broke the news Thursday […]

It’s been a few weeks since the first-ever quarterbacks-only edition of The Match. Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers took on Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen in the event, and the eldest duo took home the win. There was a ton of trash talk before and during The Match, and Brady and Allen are continuing it […]

Anita Alvarez performed her solo free routine at the 2022 World Aquatics Championships in Budapest on Wednesday. During her performance, she fainted and quickly sunk to the bottom of the pool. Alvarez’s coach, Andrea Fuentes, thought quickly, dove into the pool, and brought her to the surface. This is according to AP News, which reported […]

Trade and free agency rumors are circulating the league ahead of the 2022 NBA Draft and the free agency period. And, one of the most prominent discussions surrounds PJ Tucker joining the Philadelphia 76ers. Tucker declined his $7.4 million player option with the Miami Heat earlier this week, sparking the conversations. He could be a […]

The NFL community is mourning the loss of Tony Siragusa. The former Baltimore Ravens and Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle passed away at 55. Players and coaches have expressed their grief, remembering their beloved former teammate, “Goose.” Brian Billick was the Ravens’ head coach during the latter half of Siragusa’s career in Baltimore. Billick remembers Siragusa […]

On Monday, PJ Tucker declined his $7.4 million player option with the Miami Heat, making him a free agent. Since then, multiple teams are rumored to be interested in the veteran, the front runner being the Philadelphia 76ers. According to Marc Stein, “If P.J. Tucker is prepared to leave Miami, Philadelphia is regarded as by […]

The future core of the Brooklyn Nets is fuzzy, as it seems like all of their star players want out. James Harden left first, forcing his way out through a trade to the Philadelphia 76ers. Now, Kyrie Irving is just days away from becoming a free agent. If he doesn’t opt into his $36.5 million player […]

News broke on Tuesday that Nicolas Batum is declining his $3.3 million player option with the Los Angeles Clippers. Now a free agent, Batum garnered the attention of multiple different teams around the league. According to Yahoo! Sports, the Los Angeles Lakers, Chicago Bulls, Boston Celtics, Phoenix Suns, and Utah Jazz are interested in the […]

After 11 years of ownership, Michael Rubin is selling his ten percent share in Harris Blitzer Sports Entertainment. The sports company owns the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils. Rubin, the founder of Fanatics, has big plans for the retail giant. These endeavors directly interfere with owning professional sports teams, resulting in his decision to […]

The 2022 NBA Draft is quickly approaching, and it wouldn’t be pre-draft time without trade rumors circulating the league. Of course, after falling flat in the playoffs, the Philadelphia 76ers are a main talking point in these conversations. One rumor focused on multiple star players being traded out of Philadelphia. Now, there’s more insight as […]

In March, a grand jury found Deshaun Watson not guilty of the 22 sexual misconduct cases against him. Although the Cleveland Browns quarterback wasn’t indicted, 22 cases remained open in civil court. And, since then, two more civil cases opened up against him. The NFL has been involved since August of last year, investigating the […]

The Boston Celtics battled their way to the 2022 NBA Finals, only to fall two games shy of the title. They lost Game 6 to the Golden State Warriors. As a result, the Dubs celebrated with a parade in San Francisco, and the Celtics addressed the loss with the media. President of Basketball Operations Brad […]