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The Jacksonville Jaguars are reportedly likely to part ways with wide receiver Christian Kirk this offseason, with ESPN’s Dan Graziano estimating a “75% chance” the team releases him. Kirk, 28, is entering the final season of the four-year, $72 million contract he signed in 2022. The deal includes a $16.5 million salary for 2025, but […]

A lighthearted moment involving Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic and Team USA head coach Steve Kerr was caught on film during the Court of Gold docuseries, which followed multiple teams, including Team USA, France, Canada, and Serbia, at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The series provided an in-depth look at the behind-the-scenes interactions of players and […]

On the latest episode of The Ringer’s NBA Show, Howard Beck floated the idea of the Memphis Grizzlies potentially trading star guard Ja Morant in the upcoming offseason. “I’m constantly checking in with executives around trade deadline about like, okay, what we saw, what we didn’t see, what’s next, and in this league, you are […]

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon has responded to Ja Morant’s recent social media post about potentially participating in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest, reigniting excitement about the possibility of an elite field of competitors. Following Mac McClung’s historic three-peat victory at the 2025 AT&T Slam Dunk Contest in San Francisco this past Saturday, Morant took […]

Netflix’s Court of Gold docuseries, which premiered Tuesday, chronicling the 2024 Paris Olympics men’s basketball tournament highlighted Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry’s iconic “Night Night” celebration during Team USA’s gold medal victory over France. Head coach Steve Kerr, who led Team USA during the tournament, reflected on the significance of the moment. “When it […]

During the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered a hilarious yet pointed remark to Inside the NBA analyst Charles Barkley regarding the difficulty of guarding today’s top players. Antetokounmpo turned to Barkley and referenced San Antonio Spurs standout Victor Wembanyama. “Back in the day, you couldn’t guard him. You could not […]

Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant’s recent comments about the NBA All-Star Game sparked a candid response from ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith during Tuesday’s broadcast of First Take. Durant, in response to criticism surrounding this past weekend’s All-Star festivities in San Francisco, took to social media to share his thoughts on the discourse surrounding the […]

Nikola Jokic is no stranger to the NBA All-Star stage, but this year’s event in San Francisco feels different for the Denver Nuggets’ star center. As the seven-time All-Star prepares for Sunday’s game, he acknowledged that the absence of close friend Luka Doncic made the experience unusual. During NBA All-Star Media Day on Saturday, The […]

Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young addressed his selection as an NBA All-Star replacement for the second straight season, acknowledging the circumstances surrounding his inclusion while emphasizing the respect he has earned from his peers. While he was not initially voted in by the fans, Young noted that his recognition from players and media members reaffirmed […]

Norman Powell is set to compete in the 2025 Starry 3-Point Contest on Saturday night in San Francisco, but the Los Angeles Clippers guard is heading into the event with a competitive mindset and something to prove. Speaking with FanDuel TV’s Lauren Rosen ahead of the contest, Powell made it clear that he is entering […]

Houston Texans wide receiver Tank Dell is expected to make a full recovery and could resume his career by the 2026 NFL season, according to KPRC 2’s Aaron Wilson. However, his rehabilitation remains complex following a severe knee injury suffered late in the 2024 season. Per sources, Dell has already undergone surgery to repair his […]

Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry reflected on the upcoming jersey retirement of former teammate Andre Iguodala, set to take place on Feb. 23 when the Warriors host the Dallas Mavericks at Chase Center. In an exclusive interview with RG, Curry emphasized the significance of Iguodala’s impact on the franchise and the honor of seeing […]

The Minnesota Vikings and running back Aaron Jones have agreed to push back the void date on his contract, delaying a key deadline before free agency, according to ESPN’s Field Yates. The Vikings pushed back the void date, originally set for this Monday, to the final day before free agency, giving them and Aaron Jones […]

The Charlotte Hornets are signing guard Wendell Moore Jr. to a two-way contract, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The move provides Charlotte with additional backcourt depth as the team continues to develop its young talent in the latter half of the season. Moore, 23, was originally selected with the 26th-overall pick in the 2022 NBA […]

Orlando Magic guard Mac McClung is set to defend his title at the 2025 AT&T Slam Dunk contest on Saturday in San Francisco as part of NBA All-Star weekend. The two-time defending champion is aiming for a historic three-peat but acknowledged he is feeling some nerves ahead of the competition. Speaking courtside with Taylor Rooks […]

The Green Bay Packers are hiring former Chicago Bears and Las Vegas Raiders offensive coordinator Luke Getsy as their senior offensive assistant, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero. The move brings Getsy back to Green Bay for a third stint after previously serving in various roles with the organization. Getsy was part of the Packers’ […]

HBO announced Friday on X, formerly known as Twitter, that former NFL running back and Super Bowl champion Marshawn Lynch has joined the cast of Euphoria for its upcoming third season. Lynch is among several new additions to the ensemble, which also includes Grammy-winning artist Rosalia, SAG Awards nominee Darrell Britt-Gibson, NAACP Image Award winner […]

Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles celebrated their Super Bowl 59 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs with a championship parade through Philadelphia on Friday. During an interview with FOX 29 Philly, the Eagles’ star quarterback shared his candid thoughts on securing the franchise’s second Super Bowl title in New Orleans. “It’s amazing – truly […]

The Chicago Bulls have no plans to make significant changes to their leadership this offseason, according to a report from Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times. Despite ongoing struggles, team ownership remains committed to vice president Arturas Karnisovas, general manager Marc Eversley, and head coach Billy Donovan. Cowley reports that despite an internal directive to […]

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has taken a commanding lead in the latest MVP straw poll, surpassing Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic by a significant margin. According to ESPN’s Tim Bontemps, the poll, which closely mirrors the league’s official MVP voting, was conducted from Saturday to Monday. Gilgeous-Alexander secured 70 of the 100 first-place […]

Ahead of this weekend’s NBA All-Star festivities in San Francisco, NBA 2K25 has released a player ratings update, recognizing the standout performances of Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell, and Los Angeles Clippers guard Norman Powell. These three players have made a significant impact in the first half of the 2024-25 […]

Former NFL running back LeSean McCoy has called on Aaron Rodgers to retire following the New York Jets’ decision to part ways with the veteran quarterback. McCoy made his comments Thursday on FS1’s The Facility, emphasizing that Rodgers should walk away from the game rather than endure further decline. “You know what it means? Aaron, […]

The Orlando Magic closed out the first half of their season on a strong note, securing a 102-86 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday night. With the win, the Magic enter the All-Star break at 27-29, sitting seventh in the Eastern Conference as they prepare for the second half of the season. Paolo Banchero […]

According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Cleveland Cavaliers viewed the Toronto Raptors as their biggest competition in trade discussions for De’Andre Hunter before ultimately acquiring the forward at the trade deadline. Fischer reported that league sources indicated the Raptors and Hawks had engaged in trade discussions about Hunter dating back to the […]

The Milwaukee Bucks have a tough game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night. After originally being downgraded to questionable, Damian Lillard will not be playing against the Wolves before the All-Star break due to ongoing hamstring tightness, according to Chris Haynes. Lillard played a key role in the Bucks’ 125-111 loss to the Golden […]

The Kansas City Chiefs’ pursuit of an unprecedented Super Bowl three-peat ended in a 40-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl 59, continuing a decades-long trend of 15-win teams failing to win it all. Kansas City finished the 2024 season with a dominant 15-2 record, securing the AFC’s top seed and entering the […]

The Detroit Pistons extended their winning streak to three games with a dominant 132-92 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday night, opening their four-game homestand in historic fashion. The Pistons built a 42-point halftime lead, setting a franchise record with a 71-29 advantage at the break, according to ESPN. Following the blowout win, the […]

LeBron James’ legendary work ethic continues to leave a lasting impression, with Luka Doncic’s father, Sasa, reportedly among those recently in awe of his dedication. According to Sam Amick of The Athletic, Sasa Doncic was particularly struck by James’ pregame routine before the Los Angeles Lakers’ matchup against the Golden State Warriors last Thursday. James, […]

Norman Powell is enjoying a career-best season with the Los Angeles Clippers, emerging as the team’s leading scorer while forming a stronger bond with James Harden. In a recent interview with The Athletic’s Law Murray, Powell credited his increased leadership role as the key factor in developing a closer relationship with Harden this season. “I […]

The Orlando Magic fell short against the Atlanta Hawks on Monday night, suffering a 112-106 defeat despite a combined 68-point effort from Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner. With the loss, the Magic dropped to 26-29 on the season, falling to the ninth seed in the Eastern Conference standings. Following the game, Banchero and Wagner reflected […]

The Los Angeles Lakers extended their win streak to six games with a 133-132 victory over the Utah Jazz on Monday night, improving to a 32-19 record and securing the fourth seed in the Western Conference. The win continued the team’s strong form ahead of the All-Star break, where they have established themselves as one […]

The Washington Wizards will sign guard Jaylen Nowell to a 10-day contract, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. The Wizards waived veteran center Alex Len, clearing a roster spot before his expected signing with the Indiana Pacers. They had acquired Len at the trade deadline in a three-team deal involving the Sacramento Kings and Memphis […]

NBA fans erupted on social media after Anthony Davis delivered a dominant first quarter in his debut with the Dallas Mavericks against the Houston Rockets. Davis wasted no time making an impact, finishing the opening period with 14 points, eight rebounds, three assists, and one block while shooting six-for-eight from the field. The star big […]

Ben Simmons intends to sign with the Los Angeles Clippers once he clears waivers following a buyout agreement with the Brooklyn Nets earlier on Saturday, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The move positions Simmons to join a Clippers team seeking additional depth as it pushes for playoff positioning in the Western Conference. Simmons was in […]

ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports that the Carolina Panthers plan to keep veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen despite speculation about his future. The team intends to bring him back for the 2025 season and could work toward renegotiating his contract into a new one-year deal. Thielen, 34, recently confirmed his decision to return for his 12th […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves (29-23) are set to conclude their five-game homestand with a matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers (23-29) on Friday at 8:00 p.m. ET. Ahead of the game, the Timberwolves have listed star guard Anthony Edwards as questionable due to right hip soreness, leaving his availability in doubt for the final game of […]

The Orlando Magic (25-28) return home from a grueling six-game road trip to face the San Antonio Spurs (22-27) on Saturday afternoon, with tip-of set for 4:00 p.m. ET. However, they may be without starting guard Jalen Suggs, who is listed as doubtful on the latest injury report due to a left quad contusion. Suggs […]

The Golden State Warriors considered making additional roster moves before the NBA trade deadline, including potential deals involving Kevon Looney and Gary Payton II, according to NBA insider Brett Siegel. Siegel reported that while the Warriors explored trade opportunities for both players, the organization ultimately prioritized retaining them, valuing their experience and contributions to the […]

The Chicago Bulls had a clear asking price for Nikola Vucevic in trade discussions with the Golden State Warriors, according to NBA insider Brett Siegel. Siegel reports that league sources indicated the Bulls sought a lightly protected first-round pick and an additional second-round pick in exchange for Vucevic. However, negotiations did not progress far enough […]