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Oklahoma City Thunder superstar point guard Russell Westbrook was locked and loaded with an extremely cold water bottle on Thursday night. Needless to say, he made sure superstar forward Carmelo Anthony was aware of it. Following the Thunder’s 127-117 victory over the L.A. Clippers, Westbrook doused his teammate during his postgame interview and Anthony had a […]

The 2017-18 NBA season has already featured one of the deepest rookie classes in recent history. Although notables like Los Angeles Lakers point guard Lonzo Ball and Philadelphia 76ers point guard Ben Simmons has taken center stage, there are a slew of other rookies that have made their names known recently such as Boston Celtics […]

There have been some pretty traumatic breakups through the years in the world of sports and entertainment. The most notable include historic groups like The Beatles, or Shaq and Kobe. Now, there are reports swirling about the New England Patriots’ owner Robert Kraft, head coach Bill Belichick, and superstar quarterback Tom Brady possibly joining them […]

The 2017 NFL season could not have ended any quicker for the Denver Broncos. With all the looming questions that await in the NFL offseason, it is without a doubt that the Broncos will look to shake things up. Although most of their concerns are centered on the quarterback position, Denver will have some big […]

The tumultuous 2017-18 NBA season continues for the Memphis Grizzlies. As a result, it seems the Grizzlies could potentially be shifting gears toward a full-fledged rebuild. The rumors regarding star center Marc Gasol’s future in Memphis had been circulating since the controversial firing of former head coach David Fizdale early in the year. However, the […]

When discussing the most explosive players in the NBA, one would be hard-pressed to name a more dynamic pair than Cleveland Cavaliers superstar forward LeBron James and Oklahoma City Thunder superstar point guard Russell Westbrook. To no surprise, the two have maintained their status among the elite players so far in the 2017-18 NBA season. […]

It has been an eventful few years for the Oklahoma City Thunder, to say the least. Following the bitter departure of superstar forward Kevin Durant, point guard Russell Westbrook was essentially forced to put the team on his back en route to perhaps the greatest individual season in NBA history. Despite all the changes that […]

The end of the 2017 NFL season could not have come any quicker for the Indianapolis Colts. Their nightmare year ultimately culminated with the firing of head coach Chuck Pagano following the season finale. The Colts have plenty of issues to address this offseason. However, owner Jim Irsay is confident that the return of franchise […]

The Carolina Panthers were hoping to take the stress off quarterback Cam Newton by taking a more pass-heavy approach in the 2017 NFL season. Needless to say, it did not come to fruition as Newton ran more this year than he has his entire career. The Panthers have received their fair share of criticism for exposing their […]

It was an eventful night in the NBA, to say the least. Fans were treated to not one, but two game-winning shots in a single game day. However, one of them came from an unlikely source. Brooklyn Nets point guard Spencer Dinwiddie managed to hit the clutch shot over the outstretched arms of Minnesota Timberwolves forward […]

Oklahoma City Thunder superstar point guard Russell Westbrook is known for being one of the most explosive players in the league. However, even the freakishly athletic Westbrook has his occasional moments of mortality. The reigning MVP is adamant about helping teammates off the floor when the situation presents itself. Unfortunately, things did not go as […]

The remarkable return of Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry continued on Wednesday night in their matchup with the Dallas Mavericks. The Mavs have been surging recently with a four-game win streak, however, their valiant effort ultimately came up short. Mavs forward Harrison Barnes managed to tie the game with a bucket over guard Patrick McCaw. […]

The Boston Celtics came away with a solid 102-88 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. However, that was not the biggest headline of the night. It was also the first time that Cavs star point guard Isaiah Thomas returned to the TD Garden since the blockbuster trade over the summer. To no surprise, Thomas received a […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars are celebrating their first playoff appearance in a decade in a rather festive manner. Of course, that is to be expected given their passionate, and eccentric, fan base. It is not uncommon for teams to promote special items at the concessions in honor of successful seasons. However, the Jaguars are taking it a […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are among the most high-powered offenses in the NFL when at full health. Fortunately, they will have an extra week to get there thanks to their first-round bye in the AFC playoffs. It goes without saying that Pittsburgh’s most glaring concern is the questionable status of superstar wide receiver Antonio Brown. However, superstar […]

After a disastrous start to the 2017 NFL season, the San Francisco 49ers ended the year with a bang by winning their last five games. There is plenty for general manager John Lynch and the rest of his staff to be excited about moving forward. However, there is one looming concern Lynch has for the upcoming offseason. […]

Portland Trail Blazers star point guard Damian Lillard knows a thing or two about being an overlooked an NBA prospect. Despite being taken sixth overall, very few had predicted he would win Rookie of the Year in the same class as New Orleans Pelicans superstar big man Anthony Davis. That said, it should come as no […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers doubled down on head coach Dirk Koetter despite an underwhelming 2017 NFL season. Now some players are hoping the Bucs will do the same with them. Among the notable names is backup quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick. Needless to say, the veteran Fitzpatrick is not shy about his desire to remain in Tampa […]

The Denver Broncos surprised many when they decided to retain head coach Vance Joseph following a disastrous 2017 NFL season. That said, it seems the Broncos are looking for some stability given their looming changes at the quarterback position this offseason. President of football operations and general manager John Elway gave Joseph some reassurance by keeping him around. However, the same […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers will have an extra week to get patched up thanks to their first-round bye. While the much-needed break should pay dividends for the Steelers, it seems they are already starting to look forward to the seeing who they will play. Among them is veteran quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. Although most teams usually try […]

Despite the disappointing 2017 NFL season, the Washington Redskins reiterated their faith in head coach Jay Gruden by insisting they had no intention of parting ways. However, that was just one of the many questions the Redskins are able to answer going into the offseason. Among the most notable concerns is the uncertain future of quarterback […]

Although the Philadelphia Eagles managed to finish the 2017 NFL season by clinching the top seed in the NFC, there is still plenty of speculation regarding the team’s chances in the playoffs. Needless to say, the majority of the Eagles’ current concerns begin and end with quarterback Nick Foles. Following the hot start to his […]

The Green Bay Packers’ season ended on a sour note as they missed the playoffs for the first time since 2008. As a result, there are expected to be a bevy of changes to the Packers’ organization this offseason. However, it seems the one constant that will remain is head coach Mike McCarthy. According to […]

With the 2017 NFL season officially in the books, the Jacksonville Jaguars can now turn their attention toward their first playoff appearance in a decade. The Jaguars will be squaring off against the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Wild Card Round on Sunday. Aside from the fact that it is win or go home from here […]

It was a tumultuous 2017 NFL season for the Seattle Seahawks, to say the least. Following the strange turn of events down the final stretch of the year, the Seahawks are now left with more questions than answers going into NFL free agency. Seattle will have some big decisions to make this offseason. Among them […]

It has been a tumultuous 2017 NFL season for the New York Giants. New York had endured every obstacle imaginable throughout the year from key injuries to coaching changes. Fortunately, the Giants will be in prime position to acquire an elite talent this summer. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Giants have clinched the second overall […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers managed to put an end to their five-game losing streak with a clutch 31-24 win over the New Orleans Saints in the 2017 NFL season finale. Regardless, it has still been a disappointing year for Tampa Bay. However, even prior to the win, the Bucs had already committed to head coach […]

After a disastrous start to the 2017 NFL season, the Buffalo Bills quietly emerged as a prime darkhorse candidate to earn a spot in this year’s playoffs. However, it has finally come to fruition for Buffalo. After one of the longest playoff droughts in the league, the Bills clinched a berth in the Wild Card […]

It has been an eventful few days for newly-signed Houston Rockets guard Gerald Green. He made headlines earlier this week after celebrating his signing with his hometown team by getting the Rockets’ logo braided into his hair. For Green, there is plenty of reason to celebrate. Not only does he get to return to his native Houston, […]

The Cleveland Browns joined the wrong side of history after finishing the 2017 NFL season 0-16. Even before becoming the second team to go defeated, head coach Hue Jackson had been on the hot seat for some time. As a result, Jackson was among the notable names that were likely to be gone at the […]

“There is no doubt that the Oakland Raiders will finish the 2017 NFL season as one of its most disappointing teams. As a result, the Raiders have already shifted gears toward the offseason with rumors swirling of a potential return from former head coach Jon Gruden. Oakland has plenty of questions regarding its future. However, it does […]

The New England Patriots managed to cap another impressive NFL season with their 26-6 win over the New York Jets. As a result, the Patriots have once again secured the top seed in the AFC Conference going into the NFL playoffs. This certainly is not unfamiliar territory for New England. They were able to claim last […]

The Cleveland Browns have done it. They have finished the 2017 NFL season 0-16, becoming the second team in NFL history to do so. Fortunately, there is a silver lining that came from Cleveland’s disastrous year. According to ESPN’s Field Yates, The Browns will now have the No. 1 and No. 4 picks in the 2018 […]

The New York Knicks are coming off perhaps their most clutch performance in the 2017-18 NBA season with a thrilling win over the New Orleans Pelicans. Not only were the Knicks able to snap a four-game losing streak, budding superstar Kristaps Porzingis was able to break out of the current funk he was in during […]

It was an eventful 2017 NFL season for Oakland Raiders linebacker NaVorro Bowman, to say the least. After being traded from the San Francisco 49ers five games into the year, Bowman had been quickly tasked with helping to lead a struggling Raiders defense. Needless to say, it did not work out so well for Oakland […]

With the injury-riddled 2017 NFL season finally coming to an end, it seems the Washington Redskins have already started to shift gears toward the offseason. Unfortunately for the Redskins, it holds much more questions than answers as of right now. However, the one thing they are sure of is head coach Jay Gruden. Despite the […]

The highly-anticipated return of Golden State Warriors superstar point guard Steph Curry finally came to fruition on Saturday night versus the Memphis Grizzlies. Needless to say, Curry’s return certainly fit the billing after leading the Warriors’ offensive onslaught with 38 points in 26 minutes. There has been little doubt about the impact Curry can have […]

The Golden State Warriors are coming off one of their best offensive performances of the 2017-18 NBA season with their exciting 141-128 win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Perhaps even more impressive is that they managed to do it without superstar forward Draymond Green after he was ejected in the first half for receiving his second […]

It goes without saying that the Los Angeles Lakers have hit a rough patch lately. As a result, the frustration continues to mount for this young Lakers team looking to break out of its current funk. Los Angeles has given up their fair share of close games by faltering down the stretch. However, forward Larry Nance […]