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San Diego Padres fans might not want to continue reading. Star Friars shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. was removed from Tuesday’s spring training game against the Cincinnati Reds with an apparent injury. Tatis made a nice defensive play and long throw at short in the second inning. But he was taken to the dugout with hands […]

Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball hinted he could be back on the floor after undergoing surgery Tuesday to repair a fractured wrist. Ball tweeted “extremely blessed” shortly after the surgery. Shams Charania of The Athletic reported the No. 3 overall pick would be reevaluated in three weeks, opening the door for a late-season return. […]

The New York Knicks are working hard to acquire Lonzo Ball from the New Orleans Pelicans but might have to involve a third team to get a deal done. Mike Mazzeo reported the Knicks are trying to find a third team to take on the remainder of Eric Bledsoe’s contract from New Orleans. Mazzeo added […]

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson’s lawyer went after opposing counsel Monday after 14 lawsuits were filed against Watson alleging sexual assault and harassment. Rusty Hardin fired back at attorney Tony Buzbee, who is representing most of the plaintiffs, in a statement to TMZ. Hardin said both he and his client understand sexual assault and harassment […]

New Miami Dolphins wide receiver Will Fuller V is betting on himself. Fuller signed a one-year deal with the Dolphins worth close to $11 million, with up to an additional $3 million in incentives. The former Texans receiver revealed he chose a shorter deal to prove his real worth as one of the top wideouts […]

New York Knicks forward Julius Randle has been fined $15,000 for comments he made about the officiating crew following the team’s loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. Randle was called for a questionable foul on Sixers forward Tobias Harris in the overtime period. The foul gave Harris a pair of free throws as the Sixers pulled […]

The Las Vegas Raiders and backup quarterback Marcus Mariota have come to terms on a contract restructure that could benefit both parties. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported Mariota is expected to sign a one-year, $3.5 million deal that can reach $8 million with incentives. Rapoport also noted the deal–whose cap hit was originally $10 […]

Los Angeles Lakers governor Jeanie Buss has been adamant in her support of forward Montrezl Harrell. Buss tweeted out a message for Harrell after the reigning Sixth Man of the Year sent out a string of tweets on March 9. Harrell had been dealing with the loss of his grandmother and feelings the pains of […]

New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston grew emotional speaking about what it meant to spend time with Drew Brees during the legendary quarterback’s final season in the NFL. Winston said he had immense admiration for the “resilience” and “passion” Brees showed in his final season. The former No. 1 pick also said Brees “doesn’t even […]

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson is facing lawsuits from numerous women alleging sexual assault and harassment. One accuser detailed her experience and claimed she was “scared for her life.” TMZ obtained copies of a couple lawsuits being brought against Watson. One such lawsuit details a female masseuse who met Watson in June of 2020. The […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend and former president of basketball operations Magic Johnson drafted Lonzo Ball in 2017. He still lauds Ball’s basketball acumen. Magic claimed Ball has the highest basketball IQ of any point guard in the game during an appearance on ESPN’s “First Take.” "There's no point guard in this league whose basketball IQ […]

The Indiana Pacers are still weighing their options ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline. That includes blowing it all up and drastically reshaping their roster. Vincent Goodwill of Yahoo Sports reports the Pacers are taking inquiries on point guard Malcolm Brogdon, with the idea Caris LeVert can play the point moving forward. Teams are also keeping […]

The Portland Trail Blazers announced Monday that 12 players received their first doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine through the Confederate Tribes of Grand Ronde. Jusuf Nurkic was among those to be vaccinated, and he has a simple message for fans and peers: get vaccinated when eligible. I got my vaccine 💉 today. I can't […]

Ohio State men’s basketball star E.J. Liddell said he and his family have been given extra security after Liddell received ugly threats on social media following the Buckeyes’ first-round NCAA Tournament loss to Oral Roberts. The university has contacted local authorities and an investigation is underway. In the meantime, Liddell has an added police presence: […]

The Green Bay Packers have hardly made any noise in free agency other than re-signing Aaron Jones. Why? They are trying to get a new deal done with the reigning league MVP. Michael Silver of NFL Network reported Monday the Packers are working on a contract restructure with quarterback Aaron Rodgers, which in turn would […]

Players and media alike paid respects to former Los Angeles Lakers legend Elgin Baylor Monday after Baylor died at the age of 86. Former teammate and fellow Lakers icon Jerry West fondly remembered Baylor’s character as much as his play on the hardwood: “I loved him as a person & shared my career w/ himm” […]

Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard took to the floor in a pair of James Harden’s Volume 5 sneakers Sunday night against the Dallas Mavericks. Lillard himself has a signature line with Adidas. But he felt compelled to rock Harden’s line on Sunday, simply because he thinks they look good. James shit 🔥✊🏽 https://t.co/Hqx6qOn0sr […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski is raring to go as the Bucs look to repeat as Super Bowl champions in 2021. The 31-year-old has dealt with a host of injuries throughout his career. But Gronkowski said Monday he is feeling healthier than ever and is ready to start the quest to repeat immediately: […]

The Sixers are clinging to the Eastern Conference’s top seed by a thread. But they are in no rush to get Joel Embiid back in the lineup. Embiid has not played since March 12th, when he suffered a deep bone bruise in his knee. The Sixers initially stated he would be re-evaluated in a couple […]

Milwaukee Bucks star and two-time reigning NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo has joined the growing list of MVP candidates dealing with physical setbacks. The Bucks have listed Antetokounmpo as out for Monday night’s showdown with the Indiana Pacers, per Marc Stein of the New York Times. Antetokounmpo is reportedly ailing from a left knee sprain. The Bucks […]

The Detroit Pistons do not appear to have a whole lot of interest in Sacramento Kings forward Marvin Bagley III. Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reported the Pistons turned down a Bagley offer from the Kings, with Sacramento asking for rookie swingman Saddiq Bey in return: The Sacramento Kings have made the No. 2 pick in the […]

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon might already be a member of the Houston Rockets if not for a “last-minute hiccup,” per Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports. Haynes reported Rockets players believed Gordon-to-Rockets was considered all but done just a few days ago. However, Gordon said he has no interest in joining a team in the […]

Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving will not travel with the team on their upcoming three-game road trip. The team announced Monday that Irving would be absent as he attends to a family matter, per Shams Charania of The Athletic and ESPN’s Malika Andrews. Nets' Kyrie Irving is not accompanying the team on this week’s […]

Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard has made a large purchase in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles. Leonard bought a $17 million mansion that includes an infinity pool, wine cellar and movie theater. This is the latest in Leonard’s California-based purchases, which also include a penthouse close to the Staples Center and a […]

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon has requested a trade. Jared Weiss and Sam Amick of The Athletic reported Gordon told the team he would like to be moved ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline: Aaron Gordon is ready for a relocation, as sources tell The Athletic that he asked Orlando Magic president of basketball operations Jeff […]

The 2021 NCAA Tournament is in full swing. Cleveland Browns star edge rusher Myles Garrett is embracing the “Madness” by sharing his own hoop dreams. Garrett shared a small clip of a mixtape he apparently has in the works. The montage is full of ferocious dunks and general highlights of the Browns standout taking folks […]

The lawyer representing seven women with lawsuits against Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson revealed there are more suits likely to be filed. Tony Buzbee held a press conference Friday to discuss the nature of the lawsuits, which entail allegations of sexual assault and misconduct on Watson’s behalf. He said his firm is now representing 12 […]

Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens has said he will not return to the state of Indiana to coach the hometown Hoosiers men’s basketball team. Vegas doesn’t believe him. Stevens-to-Indiana has reportedly been removed as a betting prop: Vegas has taken Brad Stevens to Indiana off the board. #iubb — Kent Sterling (@KentSterling) March 19, […]

The Chicago Bulls might do some repositioning ahead of next Thursday’s NBA trade deadline, but they are unlikely to be outright sellers. Bulls forward Thaddeus Young has garnered plenty of interest around the league. However, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst is just the latest to report Chicago will likely retain Young through the deadline, as he has been […]

Los Angeles Clippers star Paul George will pay a steep cost for criticizing the officiating crew following Wednesday night’s loss to the Dallas Mavericks. George has been fined $35,000 by the league, per USA TODAY’s Mark Medina. The NBA fined Clippers forward Paul George for $35,000 for criticizing the officiating following the Clippers' loss to […]

The very first game of Friday’s NCAA Tournament action offered a dramatic back-and-forth affair between Florida and Virginia Tech. Ultimately, the No. 7-seeded Gators emerged with a 75-70 victory over the Hokies thanks in part to a pair of big plays in the overtime period. Florida forward Anthony Duruji provided the initial spark in overtime […]

It has been over two months since Boston Celtics All-Star swingman Jayson Tatum contracted COVID-19. He is still feeling the effects. Tom Haberstroh of True Hoop took a closer look at the impact the virus has had on the league. Tatum readily admits he is a changed man physically after having gotten the virus in […]

The Houston Texans are filling the quarterbacks room amid all the unknowns surrounding Deshaun Watson. Houston has acquired Ryan Finley from the Cincinnati Bengals, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, just days after signing Tyrod Taylor in free agency. Source: Rather than releasing him, the #Bengals traded QB Ryan Finley to the #Texans. — Ian […]

Boxing star Canelo Alvarez made quick work of mandatory challenger Avni Yildirim last month in Miami Gardens, Florida. Even before that fight, Alvarez had another challenger in mind. That challenger has arrived. Matchroom Promotions announced Friday the WBC, WBA and The Ring champion will put all three titles on the line in a bout with […]

The agent of Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, David Mulugheta, issued a statement on Twitter in response to sexual assault allegations against his client. Watson has denied accusations of wrongdoing. Mulugheta appeared to echo this denial, acknowledging the seriousness of sexual assault but also asking to “keep this same energy with the truth.” Sexual assault […]

The NFL will be launching its own investigation following sexual assault allegations made against Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson. League special counsel for investigations Lisa Friel wrote a letter to Tony Buzbee, the attorney representing multiple women with claims against Deshaun Watson. Buzbee initially posted the letter on Instagram, though the post appears to have […]

The NFL announced a massive media rights deal on Thursday that could be worth in excess of $113 billion. Roger Goodell issued a statement in accordance with the announcement: “These new media deals will provide our fans even greater access to the games they love,” Goodell said, via Jabari Young and Alex Sherman of CNBC. […]

The Miami Dolphins are likely candidates to land a top wide receiver with the No. 3 overall pick in next month’s draft, but they also added receiver talent in free agency on Thursday. Miami has reportedly signed former Houston Texans speedster Will Fuller V to a one-year deal, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. #Texans […]

The Chicago Bears have had an incredibly strange offseason thus far and there might be more oddities in store. Bears general manager Ryan Pace and head coach Matt Nagy reportedly met with free-agent wide receiver Kenny Golladay on Wednesday night, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Lions' free-agent WR Kenny Golladay spent Wednesday night meeting with Bears […]