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With the 2025-26 NBA season two months away, ESPN’s panel of insiders has identified Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley as the leading candidate for NBA Coach of the Year. Mosley topped the projections with 48 points, doubling the total of Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder, who placed second with 24 points. Mosley, who […]

As the 2025-26 NBA season approaches, reports continue to link LeBron James to the Golden State Warriors. Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reported that Golden State has called the Los Angeles Lakers “multiple times” in an effort to explore a possible trade scenario involving the 40-year-old star. Fischer detailed the organization’s pursuit. “I’m told […]

With the 2025-26 NBA season two months away, ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith released his list of the top-five players to watch entering October. The group is led by Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis and Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic, two stars linked by last season’s blockbuster trade. Smith placed Davis at the top […]

Aaron Rodgers wasted little time introducing his brand of trash talk to the Pittsburgh Steelers locker room, and linebacker Nick Herbig was quick to fire back. On the latest episode of Not Just Football with Cam Heyward, Herbig recounted his first meeting with Rodgers, describing an immediate exchange of words with the four-time NFL MVP. […]

ESPN’s Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter raised doubts Thursday about the Baltimore Ravens’ handling of quarterback Lamar Jackson’s recent foot injury, suggesting the issue may have been more concerning than the team initially indicated. Jackson, a two-time MVP, left Wednesday’s practice early after having his foot stepped on. Ravens head coach John Harbaugh later told […]

Former New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski revealed a surprising truth about his relationship with current Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel during a recent appearance on The Ryen Russillo Podcast. “Everyone thinks I’m like best friends with Vrabel and everyone thinks like we won championships together, but I never even met Coach Vrabel ever […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson praised Dallas Wings rookie guard Paige Bueckers after her record-setting performance against the Los Angeles Sparks on Wednesday night. Former NBA star Johnson shared his reaction on X, formerly known as Twitter, after Bueckers scored 44 points in the Wings’ 81-80 loss at Crypto.com Arena. “I have to give […]

A joint practice between the Green Bay Packers and Seattle Seahawks turned chaotic Thursday when a brawl broke out on the field, with Packers offensive tackle Zach Tom seen throwing punches. A video shared on X, formerly known as Twitter, by Alexander Basara captured the altercation. The footage showed punches exchanged before players and coaches […]

Major League Baseball’s 162-game schedule could soon be a thing of the past. In a report from Jayson Stark of The Athletic, a club official suggested that expansion would bring an end to what has long been considered the standard season length. “One club official we spoke with this week casually referred to baseball’s current […]

In a recent appearance on the Hello and Welcome podcast, former Toronto Raptors forward Serge Ibaka reflected on the franchise’s 2019 championship team and how many titles they could have captured had Kawhi Leonard decided to remain in Toronto instead of leaving in free agency. “Bro, why are you asking this question? I think… I […]

New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore gave an optimistic update on rookie running back Devin Neal ahead of the team’s preseason finale against the Denver Broncos. Moore spoke to reporters Tuesday and confirmed that Neal, who has been sidelined with a hamstring injury, returned to practice in a limited role. “Yeah, it’s been a […]

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Pete Carroll is preparing for his return to NFL sidelines with a clear mindset as he leads his new team into one of football’s most competitive divisions. Speaking to ESPN’s Ryan McFadden, Carroll shared a brief but pointed reflection about coaching in the AFC West, which features accomplished head coaches […]

The Orlando Magic’s offseason took another turn Tuesday as the franchise lost its best perimeter shooter of the past three years. Forward Caleb Houstan has signed with the Atlanta Hawks, ending his tenure in Orlando. Houstan, 22, joined the Magic as the No. 32 overall pick in the second round of the 2022 NBA Draft. […]

Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown said he was caught off guard by the Indianapolis Colts’ decision to name veteran quarterback Daniel Jones as their starter over Anthony Richardson. On a recent episode of the St. Brown Podcast, the All-Pro receiver reflected on the surprise quarterback move. “To me it was a shocker. Daniel […]

The sale of the Portland Trail Blazers is moving forward with a targeted closing date of March 31, 2026, according to a report from Jason Quick of The Athletic on Tuesday. The plan calls for a purchase agreement to be signed in September, setting the stage for the franchise to change ownership before the end […]

Utah Jazz legend John Stockton offered sharp criticism of today’s NBA, questioning the toughness of current players and the direction of the league in a recent podcast appearance. Speaking on The Maverick Approach, the Hall of Fame point guard reflected on his limited interest in watching the modern game. “No, it isn’t like I’m saying, […]

New York Giants assistant general manager Brandon Brown dismissed speculation surrounding quarterback Jameis Winston’s future with the team, making it clear Tuesday that the veteran remains firmly in the Giants’ plans. During a media session, Brown addressed reports linking Winston to possible trade discussions. “Appreciate people that are interested, but Jameis is a New York […]

Allison Howard, a longtime executive with the Cleveland Cavaliers, has been named the first president of the WNBA’s Cleveland expansion team, the franchise announced Tuesday, according to the Associated Press. Howard currently serves as executive vice president and chief commercial officer for Rock Entertainment Group and the Cavaliers. She will retain that role through the […]

Former Washington Wizards guard John Wall officially announced his retirement from the NBA on Tuesday in an emotional Instagram post. In the wake of the announcement, longtime teammate Bradley Beal shared a heartfelt message reflecting on their time together in Washington. “Congratulations to my brother @JohnWall on retiring from the NBA,” Beal posted on X, […]

The rift between the Dallas Cowboys and star defensive end Micah Parsons appears to be widening, with ESPN Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter reporting that the two sides are “headed towards divorce.” Speaking on ESPN, Schefter revealed that contract negotiations between the Cowboys and Parsons have stalled since late March or early April, suggesting a […]

The Connecticut Sun’s future remains uncertain after ESPN’s Alexa Philippou and Ramona Shelburne reported Tuesday that the franchise’s ownership group is preparing to present several new proposals to the WNBA, following resistance to a previously reported $325 million sale agreement. According to ESPN’s reporting, the Mohegan Tribe, which has owned the Sun since 2003, is […]

Aaron Rodgers is drawing inspiration from television for his first season with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The veteran quarterback explained on a recent episode of Not Just Football with Cam Heyward that he is using a philosophy from the show Ted Lasso to shape his approach to the 2025 NFL season. Rodgers, appearing alongside new teammate […]

Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales confirmed that rookie pass rusher Nic Scourton suffered a collapsed lung during practice Thursday, an injury that will sideline the 20-year-old for an extended period. Canales revealed the news to ESPN’s Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter, who reported Saturday on X, formerly known as Twitter, that the setback is […]

New Orleans Saints rookie quarterback Tyler Shough will start Sunday’s preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, head coach Kellen Moore told ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Schefter reported the news Saturday on X, formerly known as Twitter. The decision comes after Shough played the majority of snaps in the Saints’ 27-13 preseason opener loss to the Los […]

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy called out ESPN’s Monica McNutt after she mistakenly linked a Barry Sanders jersey to Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders during a broadcast of First Take. Comedian Druski appeared on the ESPN program wearing a vintage Detroit Lions jersey honoring Hall of Fame running back Barry Sanders. McNutt said on […]

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has avoided a serious setback after an injury scare during Slovenia’s EuroBasket exhibition against Latvia on Saturday, according to Dan Woike of The Athletic. Woike reported on X, formerly known as Twitter, “Luka Doncic was able to walk to the locker room on his own during a Slovenian game […]

The NBA unveiled its full 2025-26 regular season schedule this past week, which included the slate for the third edition of the NBA Cup. The Orlando Magic, who reached the quarterfinals in last year’s tournament, will compete in East Group B alongside the Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, Philadelphia 76ers, and Detroit Pistons. The Magic impressed […]

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell addressed the unique expectations surrounding rookie quarterback JJ McCarthy during a recent appearance on Scoop City, speaking with The Athletic’s Senior NFL Insider Dianna Russini on Friday. “As I’ve told JJ and I’ve told our offensive unit. It should be a good thing that the expectations for not only […]

On the latest episode of the Club 520 Podcast, former NBA guard Jeff Teague weighed in on Austin Rivers’ recent comments about LeBron James’ scoring ability — and in the process, threw pointed shade toward Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan and Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant. Rivers had left James off his personal list of […]

Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury owner Mat Ishbia is taking a more hands-on approach with both franchises, stressing the importance of building trust through consistent actions. In a recent interview with Espo of Southwest Bias, Ishbia explained why he believes fans should have confidence in the direction of both teams under his leadership. Referencing a […]

The NBA unveiled its full 2025-26 regular season schedule Thursday, and the Orlando Magic’s road to contention is set. The team will open at the KIA Center on October 22 against the Miami Heat, mirroring last year’s season opener but with the venue reversed. This season brings a significant increase in national exposure for Orlando, […]

The NBA released its full 2025-26 regular season schedule Thursday, featuring two mid-January matchups that will see Desmond Bane face the Memphis Grizzlies for the first time since being traded to the Orlando Magic. The first meeting will take place on January 15 at the Uber Arena in Berlin as part of the NBA’s international […]

The NBA released its full schedule for the 2025–26 season on Thursday, including a notable January 19 matchup between the Miami Heat and Golden State Warriors in San Francisco. The game will mark Andrew Wiggins’ first return to Chase Center since the Warriors traded him last season. Miami traded for Wiggins, 30, at the 2025 […]

As he prepares for his third NFL season, Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud addressed the recent loss of veteran tight end Brevin Jordan to a season-ending knee injury. Speaking with reporters on Thursday, Stroud called the situation “unfortunate” and expressed his support for his teammate. Jordan was placed on injured reserve earlier this week after […]

ESPN’s Michael Voepel predicted that Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese will not return for the remainder of the 2025 WNBA season in a recent article outlining bold projections for the final month of league play. Reese, 23, has been sidelined since July 29, when the Sky lost 103–86 to the Washington Mystics. She is recovering […]

Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. admitted he was not caught off guard by the team’s decision to trade longtime teammate Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic earlier this offseason. “I wasn’t too much surprised,” Jackson said in an interview with NBC’s Rohan Nadkarni. “I mean, when your brothers leave, you are still going to […]

Atlanta Hawks center Kristaps Porzingis has hinted at pursuing a mixed martial arts career once his time in the NBA ends. In a recent interview with Sporta Centrs, the 30-year-old Latvian detailed his passion for the sport and his involvement in a developing MMA-related project. “MMA is a sport that is very close to my […]

A Kobe Bryant trading card has sold for $2.3 million, setting a new record for the late Los Angeles Lakers legend’s most valuable card. Fanatics Collect announced Wednesday on X, formerly known as Twitter, that the sale was conducted privately. “The sale happened privately – shattering the previous record, a 1997-98 Precious Metal Gems Emerald […]

In a recent interview with Orlando Sentinel reporter Jason Beede, newly acquired Milwaukee Bucks guard Cole Anthony reflected on the whirlwind trade that ended his five-year tenure with the Orlando Magic. “I remember that whole week, it was just crazy,” Anthony said about being traded. “I’ve been here five years, haven’t played for another team, […]