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The outlook has changed dramatically for the Golden State Warriors. Once seen as the most dominant juggernaut in the NBA, the Warriors lost Klay Thompson to an ACL injury that will keep him sidelined until February, while Kevin Durant joined the Brooklyn Nets in free agency. Golden State signed D’Angelo Russell and still employ a […]

LeBron James did not have the sort of storybook season that most expected he would when he signed with the Los Angeles Lakers last summer. Preseason expectations posited a return to glory for a Lakers franchise that had been mostly dormant in the latter half of the decade. Instead, Los Angeles stumbled through a season […]

The NBA has become enveloped in a geopolitical controversy surrounding their business with China after Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey sent out a now-deleted tweet in support of protestors in Hong Kong. The public backlash has only continued following recent comments made by LeBron James, and now there are protestors planning to stage a […]

This was not supposed to happen for the Washington Nationals. On May 23, the Nats fell to 19-31 on the season and were 10 games back of the Atlanta Braves in the National League East division. The bullpen was an absolute nightmare, and there were rumors swirling about manager Dave Martinez’s status on the hot […]

The Detroit Pistons are trying to maintain their status as a playoff contender in the Eastern Conference, but they would also like to shed some payroll in the process. According to Vince Ellis of the Detroit Free Press, the Pistons are exploring their options with respect to a potential trade involving combo guard Langston Galloway. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers won 106 games during the 2019 MLB regular season and entered the playoffs as the favorite to win the National League pennant. But Dodgers fans experienced utter heartbreak after the team crumbled in the final innings of Game 5 of the NLDS against the Washington Nationals. One of the players responsible […]

The Washington Nationals would not be on the precipice of their first World Series title in franchise history if not for the brilliance of Stephen Strasburg. From making a key relief appearance during the National League Wild Card Game to a pair of crucial starts against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS, Strasburg has […]

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone came to the defense of catcher Gary Sanchez in the wake of questions surrounding Sanchez’s blocking abilities. Boone told Marc Carig of The Athletic that Sanchez has made tremendous strides behind the dish in the second half of the season, while also noting that his prolific offensive potential makes him a […]

The San Diego Padres have reportedly narrowed down the list of candidates for their managerial opening, and Jon Heyman of MLB Network says that numerous sources around the league expect the team to hire Texas Rangers player development field coordinator Jayce Tingler: Many folks around baseball believe AJ Preller will pick Jayce Tingler, Rangers player […]

Houston Astros manager A.J. Hinch was very blunt in his response to allegations that the Astros used whistling as a form of sign-stealing during Game 1 of the ALCS against the New York Yankees: Astros manager AJ Hinch on the allegation that his team was whistling in the dugout to relay signs in Game 1: […]

Former Marlins and Yankees manager Joe Girardi has officially stepped down as the manager for Team USA ahead of the “Premier 12” Olympic qualifier for the 2020 Games in Tokyo, Japan: Joe Girardi, who is seeking an MLB job, stepped down as manager of the USA Baseball team picked for the Premier 12 Olympic qualifier. […]

The Washington Wizards and star shooting guard Bradley Beal were seemingly in limbo this summer. After Beal failed to qualify for one of the All-NBA teams, he became ineligible for a supermax extension, giving the Wizards some more financial leeway in terms of the extension they hoped to offer. However, Beal did not show interest […]

The possibility that Game 4 of the ALCS would be postponed was discussed even prior to the start of Game 3. After all, this is the playoffs. Managers are always thinking ahead in order to give their teams a slight advantage or planning bullpen usage around off days. With rain in the forecast on Wednesday […]

The Chicago Cubs are ramping up their managerial search for the best candidate to replace Joe Maddon, and a source with the Houston Astros tells David Kaplan of NBC Sports Chicago that Astros bench coach Joe Espada had a “sensational” interview with the Cubs: Houston source tells me Astros coach Joe Espada had a sensational […]

Max Scherzer played in the World Series as a member of the Detroit Tigers, but Scherzer has really cemented his status as one of the greatest pitchers of this generation as a member of the Washington Nationals. However, the three-time Cy Young winner has experienced nothing but heartbreak in the nation’s capital. The Nats won […]

Houston Astros starting pitcher Gerrit Cole’s run of dominance extended into the postseason after a pair of phenomenal outings against the Tampa Bay Rays in the ALDS. But things were not so easy for Cole during Game 3 of the ALCS at Yankee Stadium. New York’s lineup made him work to hit his spots and […]

New York Yankees outfielder Mike Tauchman was thought to be lost for the season after he suffered a flexor strain in August. However, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman told Joel Sherman of the New York Post that Tauchman is fully healthy and could be named to the playoff roster if necessary: “He is healthy and eligible,” Yankees […]

The Milwaukee Brewers will face a number of personnel decisions with respect to their payroll this winter, but the team would like to re-sign catcher Yasmani Grandal and infielder Mike Moustakas. Brewers president of baseball operations David Stearns told Adam McCalvy of MLB.com that the team will pursue negotiations with Grandal and Moustakas, both of […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James responded to critics on Tuesday afternoon amid the backlash he received from his Daryl Morey-China comments. James asserted that people should speak out on those issues which they feel passionately about, but he also seemed to double down on his previous statement suggesting that Morey was misinformed. LeBron said, […]

Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve homered on the first pitch he saw to give the Astros an early lead over the New York Yankees in Game 3 of the ALCS: ASTROS STRIKE FIRST! Jose Altuve goes deep on the first pitch he sees! pic.twitter.com/sUglMcnD9K — FOX Sports: MLB (@MLBONFOX) October 15, 2019 After Astros […]

Portland Trail Blazers rookie forward Nassir Little will miss each of the team’s final two preseason games with an ankle injury, according to Trail Blazers beat reporter Casey Holdahl: Terry Stotts says rookie Nassir Little (left ankle) will not play in either of the remaining preseason games. — Casey Holdahl (@CHold) October 15, 2019 Little […]

Gerrit Cole ended up being the ultimate bottom line during the Houston Astros’ series victory over the Tampa Bay Rays in the ALDS. Cole won each of his starts in the series, including a sensational performance in a winner-take-all Game 5 in which he allowed one run on just two hits in eight innings. Should the […]

The playoff legend of Washington Nationals right-hander Stephen Strasburg continues to grow. Strasburg dominated the St. Louis Cardinals in Game 3 of the NLCS on Monday night, tossing seven innings and striking out 12 to give the Nationals a 3-0 stranglehold on the series. The former No. 1 overall pick also became just the second […]

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro has been one of the most impressive rookies during the 2019 NBA preseason. Through three games, Herro is averaging 16.3 points, 4.7 rebounds and 2.7 assists while shooting better than 50 percent from beyond the arc. Herro has also shown his ability to create separation as a secondary ball handler, […]

The Hasheem Thabeet comeback tour carries on, as Shams Charania of The Athletic reports that Thabeet has signed a contract in the NBA G League: Former No. 2 pick Hasheem Thabeet has signed a contract in the NBA G League, source tells @TheAthleticNBA @Stadium. — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) October 15, 2019 The terms of the deal as […]

New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton is out of the lineup for the second straight game as the Bronx Bombers get set for a pivotal Game 3 of the ALCS on Tuesday afternoon. Although Stanton will once again be available to hit, manager Aaron Boone has some concern over his ability to play in the […]

Chicago Bulls head coach clarified his perspective on the effectiveness of the mid-range game in the NBA after Bulls shooting guard Zach LaVine was reportedly told to focus on shooting threes and attacking the rim. Boylen told reporters (including Darnell Mayberry of The Athletic) that mid-range jumpers can sometimes present the best opportunity for offense, but […]

The New York Mets are considering a number of managerial candidates after firing skipper Mickey Callaway, but rival scouts and executives think the team will hire someone with experience. John Harper of SNY reports that MLB personnel believe the Mets will hire former Marlins and Yankees manager Joe Girardi: With that in mind, the early […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma was nearly traded to New Orleans in February. With the Lakers struggling to save their season, former president of basketball operations Magic Johnson engaged Pelicans management on a blockbuster deal that would have sent Kuzma and a host of other Laker youngsters to New Orleans in exchange for superstar […]

The Golden State Warriors have experienced something different during this past NBA offseason. In the past few years, the Dubs were regarded as the perennial favorites to win the NBA title. However, the Warriors lost Klay Thompson to an ACL injury during the NBA Finals and watched Kevin Durant sign with the Brooklyn Nets in […]

Utah Jazz guard Dante Exum stormed out of practice on Sunday after apparently getting into a scuffle with rookie teammate Miye Oni. Oni fouled Exum during a 2-on-2 matchup and things escalated quickly from thereon, according to Andy Larsen of the Salt Lake Tribune. 2-on-2 game at practice today, Miye Oni and Kyle Collinsworth vs. […]

New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton is not in the lineup for Game 2 of the ALCS after suffering a quad strain running out an infield single in Game 1: Giancarlo Stanton injured his quad running down the line on his infield hit but was okay enough to play further into the game, per Aaron […]

The Orlando Magic and Philadelphia 76ers are squaring off in preseason play on Sunday afternoon, and Sixers head coach Brett Brown has nothing but respect for his Eastern Conference foe. Brown told John Denton of NBA.com that he admires how the Magic have stuck with the process and current players in the pursuit of success: […]

Boston Celtics center Tacko Fall has become all the rage in Beantown. After going undrafted this summer, Fall landed a spot in Boston’s Summer League team in Las Vegas, eventually earning a non-guaranteed contract with the Celtics. And just on Sunday, Boston converted Fall to a two-way contract, which means he will spend the majority […]

The Washington Mystics captured their first WNBA title on Thursday after defeating the Connecticut Sun in a thrilling five-game series. They also earned the adoration of their NBA counterparts. Washington Wizards stars John Wall and Bradley Beal were in D.C. to watch the Mystics close out the series, and both players lauded the women on […]

The Orlando Magic will be without three of their key rotation players for Sunday’s preseason game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Nikola Vucevic, Evan Fournier and Terrence Ross are all nursing injuries and will sit out the contest, according to Josh Robbins of The Athletic. Evan Fournier (back spasms), Terrence Ross (sprained right ankle) and Nikola […]

The Toronto Raptors are resting a slew of key players ahead of their preseason tilt with the Chicago Bulls on Sunday night as a result of international travel following the team’s participation in the Japan Games. Blake Murphy of The Athletic reports that Kyle Lowry, Pascal Siakam, Serge Ibaka, Marc Gasol, Fred VanVleet and Norman Powell […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis will undergo an MRI on his right thumb on Monday after suffering an apparent sprain during Saturday’s preseason contest against the Brooklyn Nets: After the lengthy flight from China, the Lakers plan to take an MRI on Anthony Davis' right thumb sometime on Monday instead of today. The Lakers […]

Former Toronto Raptors point guard Jeremy Lin is on a mission to prove that he can still play in the NBA. Lin scored 40 points in his debut with the Beijing Ducks during a Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) preseason game against the Zhejiang Lions on Sunday: Jeremy Lin has 40 points and 6 rebounds in […]