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The 2019-20 NBA season has been a challenging one around the league, and especially for teams making deep playoff runs in the Orlando bubble like the Los Angeles Lakers. But Lakers star LeBron James says he’s feeling great from a physical standpoint, citing his ability to rest and recover after games: “I’m in great shape, […]

Los Angeles Lakers star big man Anthony Davis was practically a non-factor in Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Sunday. Davis had thoroughly dominated the first two games of the series. However, the Miami Heat limited him to just nine shot attempts and 15 points en route to a huge win. Needless to say, […]

Doc Rivers addressed the media on Monday for the first time since officially being hired as the new head coach of the Philadelphia 76ers. Rivers answered a host of questions regarding the Sixers makeup, including his thoughts on the Joel Embiid-Ben Simmons dynamic. There have been questions about whether the Sixers can function with both […]

The Los Angeles Rams and New York Giants had a low-scoring affair on Sunday, but there were plenty of fireworks after the game. Giants receiver Golden Tate and star Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey came together while the teams were exchanging pleasantries. Punches were thrown, and the two had to be separated as a scuffle broke […]

The Dallas Cowboys fell to 1-3 after a defeat at the hands of the Cleveland Browns on Sunday, but there are no drastic changes coming. Cowboys vice president Stephen Jones said the team will hope for internal improvements, rather than outside moves: “We just have to be better. We’ve got to go to work,” Jones […]

The Miami Heat secured a massive win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday, and it is possible they could get a key player back in All-Star Bam Adebayo for a pivotal Game 4. Adebayo said his injured neck is improving, and he hopes to get back on the floor as soon as possible. However, […]

Veteran point guard Isaiah Thomas has been looking for a new team for some time, and he is finally feeling fully healthy. Thomas said he is feeling much better physically after undergoing a hip procedure to fix a lingering issue: “It’s like night and day for me,” Isaiah Thomas said, via Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. […]

Former MLB All-Star CC Sabathia had strong words for Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa ahead of Houston’s American League Division Series matchup with the Oakland Athletics. Correa said after the Astros defeated the Minnesota Twins in the Wild Card Series the team’s critics would have to reckon with Houston advancing in the playoffs. Sabathia did […]

Toronto Raptors point guard Kyle Lowry is reportedly starring in a move produced by LeBron James’ Springhill Entertainment company. Adam Sandler will star in the film, entitled Hustle. Sandler plays a scout who discovers a prospect in Spain and brings him to America. Sandler–who drew critical acclaim for his performance in Uncut Gems–said during an appearance on […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Leonard Fournette missed the team’s Week 4 win over the Los Angeles Chargers, but he could be back on Thursday against the Chicago Bears. Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians said Monday “there’s a shot for Leonard this week,” adding the likes of Chris Godwin and others are still being assessed […]

Updated: Austin Ekeler is expected to be sidelined 4-6 weeks, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler left Sunday’s game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with a hamstring injury, and he might be sidelined for a while. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported Ekeler sustained “what is considered a serious […]

Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb went down early in Sunday’s game against the Dallas Cowboys with a knee injury, and now he will miss at least three weeks of action. TheBrowns placed Chubb on Injured Reserve after MRI’s revealed a sprained MCL, per head coach Kevin Stefanski. Browns' RB Nick Chubb is being placed […]

The San Francisco 49ers have been among the more injury-riddled teams in the league, but they will get a pair of offensive stars back for Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles. All-Pro tight end George Kittle will be active after a two-week absence, while wide receiver Deebo Samuel will make his season debut, per NFL […]

Cleveland Browns star edge-rusher Myles Garrett knows his team will have its hands full against Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. Garrett praised the Cowboys’ signal-caller, saying Prescott has been a leader in the locker room and noting the Browns’ defense cannot afford to give up big plays: “He is a talented player,” […]

New Orleans Saints star receiver Michael Thomas seemed to be progressing towards a return this weekend after a fairly successful week of practice. However, Thomas will not play against the Detroit Lions on Sunday. The All-Pro returned to practice in limited fashion on Thursday, seemingly giving him a chance to play. But Tom Pelissero of […]

By most accounts, the NBA “bubble” in Orlando has been a tremendous success. The restart went on without a hitch, as the league strictly enforced health and safety protocols and imposed COVID-19 quarantine standards for those players testing positive prior to arrival. However, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver wonders whether the league should have built in […]

The New England Patriots’ Cam Newton–Bill Belichick partnership has been a match made in heaven so far. Newton has had nothing but positive things to say about Belichick’s style and work ethic. Belichick has previously lauded Newton’s dedication, and he heaped more praise on the former NFL MVP for the leadership he has shown in […]

New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold was forced out of Thursday night’s game for a bit due to a shoulder injury. Although Darnold would return to finish the contest, Jets head coach Adam Gase said the team is uncertain as to the extent of the signal-caller’s injury: “We’re still kind of evaluating that, seeing what […]

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. is all clear to play this Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys after dealing with a back injury earlier this week. Beckham was a limited participant during practice on Thursday. However, the three-time Pro Bowler was a full participant on Friday, and the Browns removed his injury designation ahead […]

Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios is one of the most polarizing talents in the sport, someone known just as much for his big personality as his powerful game. Kyrgios is still making headlines despite not playing in this week’s French Open, this time because of a Twitter spat with fellow ATP pro Karen Khachanov. The beef […]

Kendrick Perkins is not sold on Kyrie Irving’s explanation regarding comments he made Thursday on Kevin Durant’s podcast. Irving said he has always felt like the best offensive option at the end of games, noting Durant’s late-game presence should take some pressure off him when the duo begin their Brooklyn Nets tenure next year. Fans […]

The Seattle Seahawks will be without All-Pro safety Jamal Adams for this weekend’s clash against the Miami Dolphins. Adams picked up a groin injury during a Week 3 win over the Dallas Cowboys, and Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said the 24-year-old needs more time to recover: “Jamal is not ready yet. He won’t make […]

President Trump’s announcement both he and First Lady Melania Trump tested positive for COVID-19 late Thursday night caused waves and drew reactions from around the country. Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones was among those to react to the news on Friday, wishing the President well during an appearance on 105.3 The Fan: “I want to […]

LeBron James and Jae Crowder had some heated moments during Game 1 of the 2020 NBA Finals on Wednesday, but James thought nothing of it. The 35-year-old was asked about his history with Crowder but said competing against his former teammate is no different from anybody else. LeBron James and Jae Crowder got into it […]

The Oakland Athletics and Chicago White Sox are battling in a do-or-die Game 3 in the Wild Card Series on Thursday, and A’s outfielder Ramon Laureano provided unique humor value in the third inning. The ESPN telecast had Laureano, Oakland’s center fielder, mic’d up for the start of the third. Before the commentators had a […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James reflected on the valuable lessons he learned during his first NBA Finals in 2007. James and the Cleveland Cavaliers were swept by the San Antonio Spurs in that series, and LeBron said he appreciated how San Antonio paid attention to the details and played as if they had something […]

The Chicago White Sox are taking on the Oakland Athletics in a winner-take-all Game 3 in the Wild Card Series on Thursday, and White Sox rookie Luis Robert is trying to power Chicago to the American League Division Series. Robert hit an absolute moonshot off A’s starter Mike Fiers in the second inning. The ball […]

Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler had words for encouragement for point guard Goran Dragic after the veteran suffered a plantar fascia tear in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Butler lamented the fact Dragic will not be able to take the floor, possibly for the remainder of the series. But he also noted Dragic’s injury […]

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers thoroughly dominated the Miami Heat in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday. However, James’ night was far from over even after the buzzer sounded. Ever the student of the game, LeBron said he was up until 4:30 a.m. watching tape. He said he watched film until […]

Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy had some poignant comments regarding mask-wearing in light of the Tennessee Titans’ COVID-19 outbreak. Nagy stressed coaches and team personnel must wear masks to ensure player safety and prevent outbreaks: “I think it just reiterates the importance of all of us always having the masks on,” Bears coach Matt […]

The Miami Heat not only lost Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday, but also sustained multiple devastating injuries. Indeed, starting point guard Goran Dragic and All-Star big man Bam Adebayo have both been listed as doubtful for Game 2, according to the team. INJURY UPDATE: Goran Dragic (left foot torn plantar fascia) is […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers were already unlikely to be without star wide receiver Chris Godwin ahead of Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Chargers. Now, it seems the Buccaneers might also be missing running back Leonard Fournette. Head coach Bruce Arians told reporters he was not optimistic either Godwin (hamstring) or Fournette (ankle) would be […]

Los Angeles Lakers star big man Anthony Davis put on a show in Game 1 against the Miami Heat on Wednesday, and he also made history in the process. Davis joined franchise greats Shaquille O’Neal, George Mikan and Elgin Baylor as the only Lakers players to score at least 34 points in their Finals debuts. […]

There is apparently an intersection between the Tennessee Titans and the Houston Astros as the latter organization continues their playoff push. Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reported a bus driver who shuttled the Titans around in Minnesota last weekend also drove for the Astros during their Wild Card series against the Twins. Pelissero added the […]

Odell Beckham Jr. explained his love for playing in AT&T Stadium ahead of the Cleveland Browns’ Week 4 matchup with the Dallas Cowboys. Beckham said Dallas’ stadium in Arlington offers an “incredible environment,” adding he was excited to take the field against the Cowboys on Sunday. #Browns WR Odell Beckham Jr. on AT&T Stadium: It's […]

Washington Football Team quarterback Dwayne Haskins understands he has to be better if the team hopes to make strides this season. Head coach Ron Rivera is pushing Haskins to be more accountable in proving he can be the starting quarterback, and the second-year man out of Ohio State indicated he is willing to make the […]

The Boston Celtics were unable to overcome a 3-1 deficit against the Miami Heat, but the team has a strong foundation nonetheless. Youngsters like Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown took massive strides this past season, and Kemba Walker is under contract for the next through the next two years, with a player option for 2022-23. […]

Dwanye “The Rock” Johnson made headlines when he and an investment group decided to purchase the flailing XFL in August. On Thursday, Johnson and his team released a video announcing the XFL would return to action in the spring of 2022. Johnson and partners Dany Garcia and Jeffrey Pollack also sent a memo to the […]

A number of items belonging to late Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant have been returned to Bryant’s widow, Vanessa. The memorabilia came from an abandoned storage locker a fan won during a recent auction. However, the items in the locker have since been given to Vanessa, according to TMZ: The buyer ended up selling the […]