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Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving has devised a new nickname for him and his new superstar teammate Kevin Durant. The Nets are banking on Irving and a healthy Durant to lead them into contention in the Eastern Conference, and Irving is hoping to deliver the goods like everyone’s favorite convenience store: “It’s a new […]

The University of Florida men’s basketball team experienced a scary scene when Gators junior Keyontae Johnson collapsed during the team’s 83-71 loss against Florida State over the weekend. Johnson was transported to the hospital, where he was deemed to be in critical but stable condition. According to his grandfather, Larry DeJarnett, Johnson is now in […]

Houston Rockets star James Harden figures to at least start the year with his current team, per league personnel. Executives told ESPN’s Tim Bontemps a Harden trade could very well manifest in the coming months. However, surveyed execs also explained a trade is a bit more difficult in practice because of Harden’s possible unwillingness to […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma had jokes for teammate Anthony Davis on Monday. Kuzma took to Instagram to show his followers the new ride Davis purchased in the aftermath of winning a title and signing a massive deal. The former first-round pick joked these glow-ups happen after players win championships, adding AD is “acting […]

James Harden has received the overwhelming majority of headlines involving the Houston Rockets as of late. But “The Beard” is far from the only disgruntled player on the roster. Veteran forward PJ Tucker has stewed over his contract situation for some time. He ducked questions at the start of camp regarding the potential for an […]

Phoenix Suns point guard Chris Paul did not play in the team’s preseason opener against the Utah Jazz on Saturday. However, the Point God will make his debut on Monday night in the second leg of Phoenix’s preseason slate against Utah. Paul told reporters he would be suiting up on Monday before commenting on some […]

Houston Rockets star James Harden participated in practice for the first time after reporting to training camp late. Harden had to register six consecutive negative tests for COVID-19 prior to taking the floor with his teammates. But he was active on Monday, and head coach Stephen Silas said both The Beard and P.J. Tucker were […]

Apparently, the Los Angeles Clippers‘ brain trust and longtime NBA executive Jerry West are not responsible for bringing Kawhi Leonard to Hollywood. Or so says one Johnny Wilkes. Wilkes is suing West for $2.5 million on the grounds he was the most significant influencer in helping the Clippers sign Leonard in the summer of 2019, […]

“Minshew Mania” is returning to Jacksonville. Jaguars head coach Doug Marrone said Monday Gardner Minshew will be the team’s starter under center in Week 15 against the Baltimore Ravens, per Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Minshew returned to action during Sunday’s loss to the Tennessee Titans after missing five games due to a thumb injury. […]

The Carolina Panthers were all but eliminated from playoff contention after losing to the Denver Broncos on Sunday. However, Carolina will not withhold some of its injured stars for the remainder of the year. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network says star running back Christian McCaffrey — who has not played since Week 9 due to […]

Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving clarified labeling members of the media as “pawns” in his first address since an Instagram story decrying his relationship with the press. Irving had a 17-minute media session on Monday during which he reportedly was upbeat and stated the “pawns” comment had to do more so with “protecting his […]

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes came into Sunday’s game against the Miami Dolphins having thrown just two interceptions all year. The 2018 NFL MVP proceeded to eclipse his season total in one game. Mahomes threw three interceptions against the Dolphins, making it just the second three-interception game of his career. But the superstar signal-caller […]

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott is questionable for the team’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday as he continues to nurse a calf injury. The former All-Pro suggested Thursday he would give it a go and will likely suit up unless he experiences a drastic setback. It has been a rough year for […]

New York Knicks rookie Obi Toppin is especially excited for the team’s preseason opener against the Detroit Pistons on Friday. Toppin, the eighth overall pick of the 2020 NBA Draft, explained he has heard comparisons of himself to Pistons forward Blake Griffin, and is ready to face off against the former No. 1 pick in […]

The Los Angeles Rams and head coach Sean McVay threw the New England Patriots for a loop on Thursday night. Enter Cam Akers. McVay abandoned his usual pass-heavy schemes in favor of a bruising rushing attack led by Cam Akers. The second-round pick had seen inconsistent usage for most of the year as part of […]

The Las Vegas Raiders could be without starting running back Josh Jacobs for a second consecutive game this weekend. Jacobs, who missed last week due to an ankle injury, was listed as questionable on the team’s injury report. He has not been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Indianapolis Colts, but Raiders head coach […]

Former Indianapolis Colts franchise quarterback Andrew Luck’s retirement just shy of the 2019 NFL season sent shock waves throughout the league. Luck, a former No. 1 overall pick, was coming off a resurgent 2018 season in which he led the Colts to the AFC divisional round in Frank Reich’s first year as head coach. The […]

Cam Newton and the New England Patriots offense struggled again in a 24-3 loss to the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday, but offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels is taking the blame. McDaniels said he has not put Newton in good positions to succeed, despite the narrative mostly focusing on Newton’s performance under center: “Cam’s certainly been […]

James Harden spent last weekend partying with rapper and songwriter Lil Baby in Las Vegas instead of reporting for Houston Rockets training camp. His actions have drawn the ire of former NBA forward Stephen Jackson. The “All The Smoke” host chastised Harden on Instagram, saying it is a bad look for “The Beard” to skip […]

The Dallas Cowboys hired Mike McCarthy to get the franchise to the next level after years of frustration and relative stagnation under Jason Garrett. Instead, McCarthy has overseen something of a train wreck. The Cowboys’ 3-9 start is their worst through the first 12 games of a season since 1989, when Jimmy Johnson was preparing […]

The Houston Rockets begin preseason play on Friday, but they do so under the constant cloud of James Harden trade rumors. Enter the Sixers. Harden finally reported to Rockets camp earlier this week, but has given no indication he wishes to play in Houston this year. “The Beard” initially posited the Brooklyn Nets as his […]

The NBA fined the Brooklyn Nets and Kyrie Irving after “Uncle Drew” refused to speak to the media earlier this week. Irving, who always seems to have some sort of sage wisdom to lend to others, had a rather strange response during which he appeared to refer to the media as “pawns.” That categorization has […]

Former New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis is overjoyed to learn former beat reporter Manish Mehta’s credibility has taken a potentially irreparable hit. According to Ben Strauss of the Washington Post, the New York Daily News reportedly had Mehta take credit for quotes and information used by NFL writer Charles McDonald after Mehta had his credentials […]

Gary Trent Jr. believes he can fetch more money on the open market. Jason Quick of The Athletic reported Trent will play out the 2020-21 season and enter restricted free agency, rather than signing an extension with the Portland Trail Blazers. Gary Trent Jr. says he intends to play the season out and become a […]

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said earlier this week he was skeptical starting quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo and All-Pro tight end George Kittle could return this year. But 49ers general manager John Lynch is slightly more optimistic. Lynch said during a recent radio interview the team is “hopeful” both Garoppolo and Kittle will be […]

The Dallas Cowboys have had quite the frustrating. So frustrating, in fact, franchise legends are chastising the team. Former Cowboys great and Hall of Fame wide receiver Michael Irvin said on 105.3 The Fan the team has hit rock bottom. Dallas was flexed out of the Sunday Night Football slot for its Dec. 20 matchup […]

It has been nearly two calendar years since Houston Rockets guard John Wall last played competitive basketball. Wall suffered an Achilles injury in late-December of 2018, and he would miss the entirety of the 2019-20 season. However, the five-time All-Star will have a chance to get a feel for the action as the Rockets take […]

It is not uncommon for professional athletes–especially in the NBA and NFL–to use draft-day slights as motivation. Such is the case with Minnesota Vikings rookie wide receiver Justin Jefferson. The 2020 NFL Draft was loaded with talent at the receiver position. But Jefferson was the fifth wideout off the board after the Philadelphia Eagles surprisingly […]

Los Angeles Clippers swingman Paul George had been on record about struggling to find confidence while playing in the NBA bubble in Orlando. But he does not seem to be lacking in that department at present. George was a recent guest on the “All The Smoke” podcast with Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson, saying he […]

New Houston Rockets point guard John Wall is pretty well accustomed to the scuttlebutt that comes with trade rumors. Wall himself was enveloped by speculation after Shams Charania of The Athletic reported the Rockets and Washington Wizards discussed a swap involving the former No. 1 pick and Russell Westbrook. It was subsequently reported Wall himself […]

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid has always tried to hold himself to a higher standard in an effort to prove he is the best big man in the league. That standard is utter excellence. Embiid was asked about his goals for the upcoming season, saying a player of his “caliber” should be in consideration for […]

The Philadelphia Phillies have been looking for a new leader of the baseball operations department after Matt Klentak stepped down as general manager. After a long and arduous search, it seems the Phils found their guy. Jayson Stark of The Athletic reported Thursday the Phillies are nearing a deal to hire former Detroit Tigers and […]

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald detailed his battle with COVID-19 on Thursday, one that included fairly significant weight loss. Fitzgerald said he lost nine pounds after contracting the virus, adding he lost his sense of taste and smell, per Kimberley A. Martin. The 37-year-old also revealed he readjusted his will. Larry Fitzgerald said he […]

Indiana Pacers forward T.J. Warren might not be ready for the start of the season. The team announced Thursday Warren was “week-to-week” with plantar fasciitis, placing his status for the Pacers’ opener in doubt. Injury Update: T.J. Warren will be week-to-week due to right foot plantar fasciitis. Also, Brian Bowen II (groin) will be out […]

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Dez Bryant might have been the victim of a false positive. League officials pulled Bryant off the field ahead of Tuesday night’s game against the Dallas Cowboys after a pair of morning COVID-19 test samples came back inconclusive. The NFL administered a instant-results test to Bryant in the locker room. He […]

San Diego Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. had some strong words for the doubters after being named the shortstop of MLB’s All-MLB First Team. Tatis got on camera holding his honorary plaque, citing a number of past criticisms regarding his ability to play the shortstop position before zooming in on the accolade itself. Talk your […]

The NBA proved to be one of the most efficient organizations in limiting the spread of COVID-19 during the restart in Orlando. But the 2020-21 season will not be played in a bubble and, considering basketball is an indoor sport, there will be more challenges in combatting COVID-19. However, it is possible the NBA will […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers lost their undefeated season at the hands of the Washington Football Team on Monday, but tight end Eric Ebron thinks it will ultimately serve to better the team. Ebron said on the “17 Weeks” podcast he feels losses help teams grow stronger and discover what the unit is really about: “I’m happy […]

The Los Angeles Rams are trying to learn some valuable lessons from the past. Los Angeles is set to face off against the New England Patriots Thursday in a rematch of Super Bowl 53, when Bill Belichick’s defense held Sean McVay’s high-powered offense to just three points. Steve Wyche of NFL Network reported the Patriots’ […]