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The Kansas City Chiefs have placed wide receiver Mecole Hardman on injured reserve ahead of their Week 14 clash against the Los Angeles Chargers. NFL Insider Tom Pelissero first reported the move, which sidelines Hardman for at least the next four games. Hardman’s status for Sunday’s game at Arrowhead Stadium came into question on Friday […]

The Orlando Magic concluded their road trip with a 102-94 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night, finishing the stretch with a 3-2 record. Despite the loss, forward Franz Wagner continues to shine with a historic scoring stretch, solidifying his place among Magic legends. Wagner led all scorers with 30 points, adding five rebounds, […]

The Orlando Magic concluded their five-game road trip with a 102-94 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night, finishing the stretch with a 3-2 record. The loss brought the Magic’s season record to 16-9 as they prepare to return home for a matchup against the Phoenix Suns (12-9) on Sunday night at the KIA […]

The New York Knicks (14-8) are set to close out their four-game homestand with a matchup against the Detroit Pistons (9-15) on Saturday night at Madison Square Garden. Riding a four-game win streak, the Knicks are aiming to secure a perfect homestand. However, the availability of star guard Jalen Brunson remains uncertain as he continues […]

The Los Angeles Lakers (12-10) will wrap up their four-game road trip on Friday night against the Atlanta Hawks (12-11) with LeBron James’ status in doubt as he deals with left foot soreness and is listed as questionable. James, who is in his 22nd NBA season, has been a consistent force for the Lakers, despite […]

The Orlando Magic have enjoyed a strong start to the 2024-25 NBA season, posting a 16-8 record despite the absence of Paolo Banchero, who has been sidelined with a torn right oblique since late October. Franz Wagner has emerged as the team’s leader, averaging 25.4 points, 6.5 assists, and 5.9 rebounds per game while shooting […]

The Philadelphia Eagles (10-2) are set to welcome back wide receiver DeVonta Smith for their Week 14 matchup against the Carolina Panthers (3-9) on Sunday at Lincoln Financial Field. Smith, who missed the past two games with a hamstring injury, confirmed his return with a confident declaration. “Count me in,” Smith told EJ Smith of […]

The Houston Rockets, currently sitting as the second seed in the Western Conference with a 15-8 record, have emerged as one of the NBA’s standout teams this season. Despite dropping their last two games, including a 99-93 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Thursday, the Rockets remain in a strong position. Lou Williams, a […]

The Chicago Bulls improved to 10-13 on Thursday night with a 139-124 win over the San Antonio Spurs, marking their second consecutive victory. While Nikola Vucevic delivered an outstanding performance with 39 points, eight rebounds, five assists, and a steal on 16-of-22 shooting, the night belonged to Ayo Dosunmu, whose triple-double added him to a […]

NBA 2K25 has released its December player ratings update, showcasing significant adjustments to reflect the ongoing evolution of the 2024-25 NBA season. Headlining this month’s changes are Giannis Antetokounmpo, Victor Wembanyama, and Ja Morant, whose stellar performances have earned them notable boosts. These updates highlight not only the dominance of established stars like Antetokounmpo but […]

Former NBA coach George Karl recently ignited a spirited debate with a bold statement comparing Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic to Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan. Karl shared his thoughts on X, formerly known as Twitter, emphasizing the pivotal role Jokic has played for the Nuggets in recent years. “The Nuggets have been MORE reliant […]

The Orlando Magic regained momentum Wednesday night with a hard-fought 106-102 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers. The win marked a bounce back for the Magic, who improved to 16-8 on the season following a disappointing 121-106 loss to the New York Knicks in their final NBA Cup match. Franz Wagner played a pivotal role in […]

The Los Angeles Lakers fell to 12-10 on the season after enduring a second consecutive blowout loss, this time a 134-93 defeat against the Miami Heat on Wednesday night. Despite a strong performance from LeBron James, who tallied 29 points, eight assists, and five rebounds while shooting an efficient 12-for-18 from the field, the Lakers […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves climbed back over .500 with a dominant 108-80 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday night, marking their third consecutive win. The Timberwolves improved to 11-10 on the season as they opened their three-game road trip with a statement performance at the Clippers’ new Intuit Dome. Rudy Gobert played a pivotal […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield was listed as a full participant in Wednesday’s practice, according to NFL Insider Tom Pelissero, after being cleated during the team’s Week 13 overtime win against the Carolina Panthers. Despite initial concerns about a potential Achilles injury, Mayfield returned to action and helped secure a 26-23 victory. Mayfield completed […]

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Treylon Burks will miss the remainder of the 2024 NFL season due to a knee injury, as confirmed by head coach Brian Callahan. The announcement, reported by JT Ruhnke, host of The Hot Read Podcast, on Wednesday, clarified that Burks’ injury, sustained during a non-contact practice incident on October 19, required […]

The Philadelphia Eagles, sitting atop the NFC East with a 10-2 record, are riding an impressive eight-game winning streak as they prepare for their Week 14 matchup against the Carolina Panthers. Head coach Nick Sirianni emphasized the importance of maintaining focus, regardless of their opponent’s record, during a recent media session. “Our philosophy no matter […]

The Golden State Warriors’ struggles continued in their final NBA Cup matchup on Tuesday night, falling to the Denver Nuggets 119-115 and extending their losing streak to five games. Stephen Curry led the Warriors with a near triple-double, recording 24 points, 11 assists, and seven rebounds, but his efforts weren’t enough to secure the win. […]

The Miami Heat (9-10) return home Wednesday night to host the Los Angeles Lakers (12-9) following a two-game road skid, including a blowout loss to the Boston Celtics. The Heat originally labeled Jimmy Butler as questionable to play due to right knee soreness, but he has since been upgraded to available, according to Lakers reporter […]

Scottie Barnes delivered one of the best performances of his young career on Tuesday night, replicating a rare statistical milestone last achieved by Vince Carter in 2004. The Toronto Raptors secured a 122-111 victory over the Indiana Pacers in their final NBA Cup Group B matchup, with Barnes putting on a show. The four-year forward […]

The Orlando Magic saw their six-game win streak snapped on Tuesday night, falling to the New York Knicks in a 121-106 blowout during their final NBA Cup Group A matchup. Although the loss dropped the Magic to 15-8 on the season, they still secured a wild card spot in the NBA Cup quarterfinals and will […]

Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic recently explained why he no longer wears his wedding ring on his shoe during games, a unique tradition that had drawn attention in the past. Speaking on the DNVR Podcast, the reigning three-time MVP revealed a humorous yet unfortunate reason behind the decision. “They fall off,” Jokic said. “Funny story. […]

Draymond Green recently shared his candid thoughts on Golden State Warriors teammate Andrew Wiggins during an episode of The Draymond Green Show. Speaking with former NBA player Baron Davis, Green highlighted Wiggins’ unique talents and the critical role he plays for the Warriors. Davis compared Wiggins to former Warriors star Jason Richardson, stating: “He reminds […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt has received a crucial update on his injury timeline. According to a report by ESPN’s Shams Charania and Dave McMenamin, Vanderbilt is targeting an early January return after experiencing fluid in his left knee during rehabilitation from offseason procedures. The Lakers also told ESPN that complications have slowed Vanderbilt’s […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ season trajectory has taken a downward turn following a 109-80 blowout loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night. Once sitting at a promising 10-4 record, the Lakers now find themselves at 12-9, raising questions about the team’s performance and leadership. Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas has joined the conversation, offering […]

The Los Angeles Lakers faced harsh criticism Tuesday after their 109-80 blowout loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night, a game that marked their fifth defeat in the past seven outings. ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith addressed the team’s struggles on First Take, focusing on LeBron James’ recent slump and the lack of support […]

The Milwaukee Bucks (10-9) will take on the Detroit Pistons (9-13) on Tuesday night in a high-stakes NBA Cup group-stage matchup. Entering the game, the Bucks list star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo as probable due to right patella tendinopathy. Antetokounmpo has driven the Bucks’ recent resurgence and looks to play a key role as Milwaukee aims […]

The Atlanta Hawks (9-11) aim to extend their winning streak to three games as they face the Charlotte Hornets (6-13) on Saturday night. Trae Young drives the team’s recent improvement, remaining the focal point of Atlanta’s offense despite managing right Achilles tendinitis. Listed as probable for the matchup, Young continues to deliver standout performances without […]

Hoops Hype recently named Franz Wagner as the leading candidate for NBA Cup MVP, further spotlighting the Orlando Magic star’s impressive performances during the tournament. With the Magic improving to 14-7 overall and a perfect 3-0 in East Group A following their 123-100 victory over the Brooklyn Nets, Wagner has been instrumental in their success, […]

The Orlando Magic extended their win streak to five games with a dominant 123-100 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night in NBA Cup action. The Magic, now 14-7 on the season with a 3-0 record in East Group A, continue to impress, and veteran swingman Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has been a pivotal part of […]

The Orlando Magic continued their impressive NBA Cup run with a commanding 123-100 win over the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night. The victory, their fifth straight, improved their record to 14-7 overall and 3-0 in East Group A play. Central to the Magic’s success was the impactful play of their evolving frontcourt, featuring Wendell Carter […]

The Kansas City Chiefs continued their trend of close victories, narrowly defeating the Las Vegas Raiders 19-17 on Black Friday Football in Week 13. Defensive tackle Chris Jones reflected on the team’s ability to win tight contests, emphasizing the importance of such experiences as the playoffs approach. “When you look at the playoffs, most games […]

The Orlando Magic extended their win streak to five games with a commanding 123-100 victory over the Brooklyn Nets in NBA Cup action on Friday night. The win improved Orlando’s record to 14-7 on the season and a perfect 3-0 in East Group A play, solidifying their position as a frontrunner in the tournament with […]

The New Orleans Pelicans (4-15) are set to face the Memphis Grizzlies (12-7) on Friday night without forward Brandon Ingram, who remains sidelined due to right calf soreness. This marks Ingram’s third consecutive missed game as he continues to recover. His last appearance came during the Pelicans’ NBA Cup loss to the Golden State Warriors, […]

The Chicago Bulls (8-12) return to the United Center on Friday night to host the Boston Celtics (15-3) in a crucial NBA Cup matchup that could determine the outcome of East Group C. Guard Lonzo Ball is listed as probable as he continues to recover from a right wrist sprain that sidelined him for nearly […]

The Chicago Bulls are reportedly preparing for sweeping roster changes ahead of the NBA trade deadline, with Lonzo Ball, Zach LaVine, and Nikola Vucevic emerging as potential trade candidates. According to a report by Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Bulls have communicated their willingness to discuss the majority of their roster in trade […]

During a Thanksgiving Day livestream hosted by popular streamer Kai Cenat, Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving shared a heartfelt and reflective story about the late basketball icon Kobe Bryant. Irving’s account shed light on the profound impact Bryant had on him, both as a player and as an individual. The conversation provided a glimpse into […]

The Los Angeles Lakers (11-7) will host the Oklahoma City Thunder (14-4) Friday night at Crypto.com Arena in their final NBA Cup group-stage game. The Lakers, tied with the Phoenix Suns and San Antonio Spurs in the West Group B standings at 2-1, are aiming to secure a critical win to advance in the midseason […]

The Chicago Bears’ 23-20 Thanksgiving Day loss to the Detroit Lions has intensified scrutiny of head coach Matt Eberflus, particularly in light of a striking statistic highlighted by ESPN’s Jordan Schultz. Schultz noted that while the Bears recently fired offensive coordinator Shane Waldron — their first midseason coordinator change since 1970 — they have never […]