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Germany advanced to the semifinals of EuroBasket 2025 with a 99-91 victory over Slovenia on Wednesday, continuing its unbeaten run in the tournament. Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner played a pivotal role, while Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic put up a remarkable effort in defeat. Wagner paced Germany with 20 points, seven rebounds, four […]

Patrick Beverley expressed disbelief this week after reports surfaced that free agent Ben Simmons turned down a one-year minimum contract offer from the New York Knicks. Speaking on The Pat Bev Podcast with Rone, the former NBA guard reacted strongly to the rumored rejection, emphasizing the significance of an offer from a major market franchise. […]

The NBA is set to see a surge in long-range shot attempts after approving a rule change that alters how end-of-period heaves are recorded. As first reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania, beginning with the 2025-26 season, unsuccessful long-distance attempts at the buzzer will be counted as a missed field-goal attempt for the team but will […]

Following a disappointing 27-21 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers in the NFL’s first-ever regular season game in Brazil, Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid addressed the team’s performance, taking full accountability and emphasizing the need for improvement heading into Week 2. “There are no excuses for any of us for what took place,” […]

Following a strong debut in Week 1, Jacksonville Jaguars rookie Travis Hunter is set to see an increased defensive role when the team visits the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday. Head coach Liam Coen confirmed that Hunter’s role in the secondary will expand against Cincinnati’s wide receiver tandem of Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. The adjustment […]

Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze saw his EuroBasket 2025 campaign end abruptly after being ejected in Georgia’s quarterfinals matchup against Finland. The contest, held on Wednesday, ended in a 93-79 victory for Finland, which advanced to the semifinals behind the play of Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen. Bitadze was ejected with 6:55 remaining in the […]

NBA commissioner Adam Silver and the league’s 30 team owners are meeting in New York on Wednesday for a preseason board of governors session that is expected to include discussion of the Los Angeles Clippers’ ongoing controversy involving Kawhi Leonard and Aspiration, a bankrupt financial firm. According to The Athletic’s Mike Vorkunov, the session will […]

The Golden State Warriors’ contract standoff with restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga has now begun to impact the status of multiple veteran players linked to the team, including Al Horford. According to NBC Sports’ Monte Poole, Horford and other veterans are “quietly pleading for clarity” as the organization and Kuminga remain locked in stalled negotiations. […]

The New York Giants were handed a harsh assessment following their Week 1 performance, with NFL Network analyst Brian Baldinger calling the effort “terrible” after a 21-6 loss to the Washington Commanders on Sunday. Baldinger shared his evaluation during an appearance on WFAN Sports Radio on Tuesday, saying the issues went beyond what was seen […]

Former Philadelphia 76ers guard Furkan Korkmaz declared Houston Rockets star Alperen Sengun “now” the best center he has played with, surpassing former MVP Joel Embiid, following Türkiye’s 91-77 EuroBasket 2025 quarterfinal win over Poland. Korkmaz, who contributed 10 points in the victory, praised Sengun’s impact on both ends of the court. “Until now I think […]

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is managing toe and shoulder injuries that could sideline him for Week 2, creating an opening for Mac Jones to potentially fulfill what some believe was the franchise’s original plan in the 2021 NFL Draft. ESPN’s Adam Schefter discussed the situation on his latest podcast, linking Jones back to […]

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic and Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun have etched their names into EuroBasket history, becoming the first players since 1995 to each record a triple-double in the same tournament. Sengun secured the milestone Tuesday as Türkiye advanced to the semifinals with a 91-77 victory over Poland. The 23-year-old center delivered […]

Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III admitted he was stunned by the February blockbuster deal that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers and Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks. As the Warriors prepare to open the 2025-26 season on Oct. 21 against Doncic and the Lakers, Butler reflected on the trade that […]

As the Chicago Bears prepare for their 2025 season opener on Monday Night Football against the Minnesota Vikings, running back Roschon Johnson returned to practice for the first time in over a month. According to Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune, Johnson was limited in Saturday’s session, marking his first practice since Aug. 5 while […]

Atlanta Hawks center Kristaps Porzingis delivered a dominant performance for Latvia on Saturday, though it was not enough to prevent an 88-79 defeat to Lithuania in the Round of 16 at FIBA EuroBasket 2025. Porzingis finished with game-highs across nearly every statistical category, posting 34 points, 19 rebounds, two blocks, one steal and one assist […]

Phoenix Mercury veteran Alyssa Thomas has set a new standard in playmaking, surpassing Caitlin Clark’s single-season WNBA assist record during Saturday’s game against the Connecticut Sun. Thomas entered the contest needing just a handful of assists to eclipse the mark. By halftime, she had already posted nine points, eight assists and five rebounds while shooting […]

Germany punched its ticket to the EuroBasket 2025 quarterfinals with an 85-58 win over Portugal on Saturday in Riga, riding a late surge to secure the result. Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner played a central role in the victory, continuing his strong tournament run. Wagner finished with 16 points, seven rebounds, five assists, and a […]

As the Pittsburgh Steelers prepare to open the 2025 NFL season against the New York Jets, veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers is drawing positive attention heading into his debut in black and gold. On Saturday, The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reported that Rodgers has impressed during training camp and enters Week 1 looking “refreshed.” The claim, which […]

Following the Philadelphia Eagles’ 24-20 win over the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday night to open the 2025 NFL season, questions emerged over the limited involvement of star wide receiver AJ Brown. Brown recorded just one target and one reception for eight yards, prompting former Eagles running back LeSean McCoy to weigh in during the latest […]

As the Pittsburgh Steelers prepare to open their 2025 NFL season this Sunday against the New York Jets, Hall of Fame quarterback Kurt Warner offered a candid assessment of the team’s playoff chances. Appearing on The Rich Eisen Show, Warner said that while the Steelers improved during the offseason, he does not view them as […]

Greece head coach Vassilis Spanoulis criticized officiating standards at EuroBasket 2025 after his team’s 96-80 win over Spain, arguing that Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo has not received fair treatment compared with other international stars such as Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic. In his postgame press conference via Eurohoops, Spanoulis highlighted the disparity in […]

The Los Angeles Clippers’ turbulent era with Kawhi Leonard has come under fresh scrutiny after an NBA general manager delivered a sharp jab at the franchise’s misfortunes. During the latest episode of The Hoop Collective, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst shared comments from a league executive reflecting on the Clippers’ ongoing struggles tied to Leonard. “I know […]

Dallas Mavericks minority owner Mark Cuban said Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer could be “toast” if reports alleging a $28 million arrangement involving Kawhi Leonard prove he knowingly participated. Cuban shared his perspective during a recent episode of Pablo Torre Finds Out, where Torre broke down the details of the alleged deal between Leonard’s […]

Former NBA guard Brian Shaw offered insight into why Shaquille O’Neal and Penny Hardaway’s promising partnership with the Orlando Magic never reached the championship heights O’Neal later achieved with Kobe Bryant on the Los Angeles Lakers. Speaking on Byron Scott’s Fastbreak podcast, Shaw compared the two eras of O’Neal’s career and highlighted the factors that […]

The Orlando Magic enter the 2025-26 NBA season with heightened expectations following an offseason that brought in much-needed reinforcements. After back-to-back first-round playoff exits, the franchise believes it has taken the steps necessary to advance deeper into the postseason, with star forward Paolo Banchero voicing his confidence in the team’s direction. Banchero, the 2022 No. […]

The fallout from Pablo Torre’s bombshell report alleging the Los Angeles Clippers orchestrated a secret $28 million deal connected to Kawhi Leonard has deepened, with former San Antonio Spurs executive Kirk Goldsberry revealing further details about the star forward’s uncle, Dennis Robertson. On Wednesday, Torre reported that Leonard signed an endorsement agreement with Aspiration, a […]

The Indiana Fever announced Thursday that forward Chloe Bibby will miss the remainder of the 2025 WNBA season due to a left knee injury, adding to the team’s growing list of unavailable players during the final stretch of the regular season. Bibby, 27, initially signed a seven-day contract with the Fever on July 25 and […]

As the 2025 NFL season approaches, the Kansas City Chiefs are placing significant responsibility on rookie left tackle Josh Simmons to protect franchise quarterback Patrick Mahomes. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler and Dan Graziano, the team has been impressed with Simmons’ growth and performance during training camp, leading to increased confidence in his readiness to […]

The Carolina Panthers were among the teams that explored the possibility of acquiring All-Pro pass rusher Micah Parsons before he was traded to the Green Bay Packers, but ultimately chose not to submit a formal trade offer, according to a report from ESPN. As the 2025 NFL season prepares to begin Thursday night with the […]

The Buffalo Bills are entering Week 1 with contrasting injury updates for two of their wide receivers. According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, Khalil Shakir has returned to full participation while Keon Coleman remains limited as the team prepares for its season opener against the Baltimore Ravens. Pelissero reported Wednesday on X, formerly known as […]

NBA 2K Mobile is the exciting iOS and Android offshoot of 2K Games’ beloved basketball saga. Crafted as a free-to-play model, it enables enthusiasts to design their dream basketball squadron via the mobile edition of the enduring NBA 2K’s MyTeam module. In the said mode, participants collect diverse player cards, with a focus on nabbing […]

Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin is expected to suit up for the team’s season opener on Sunday against the New York Giants, following his return to full participation in practice this week. McLaurin, 29, was seen warming up during Wednesday’s practice session in video captured by FOX 5 DC’s Chad Ricardo. Head coach Dan […]

As the 2025 NFL season approaches, ESPN’s Bill Barnwell has identified the San Francisco 49ers and Chicago Bears as two of the league’s top turnaround candidates. In his latest playoff forecast, published Wednesday, Barnwell projected both teams to return to the postseason after disappointing 2024 campaigns. Barnwell picked the 49ers to win the NFC West, […]

As the 2025 WNBA season nears its conclusion, Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers has strengthened her case for Rookie of the Year with another milestone in her debut campaign. The league announced Wednesday that Bueckers was named WNBA Rookie of the Month for August. ClutchPoints’ Joey Mistretta reported she averaged 20.3 points, five assists and […]

NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley recently offered a blunt explanation as to why he believes LeBron James stands apart from legends Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant. Speaking on The Bill Simmons Podcast, Barkley described the Los Angeles Lakers star as one of the three greatest players he’s ever seen — but emphasized what he […]

Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard has become the center of viral jokes after a report alleged he received a $28 million deal meant to skirt the NBA’s salary cap rules. On Wednesday, journalist Pablo Torre revealed on his Pablo Torre Finds Out show that Leonard and the Clippers were linked to an endorsement arrangement […]

With the 2025-26 NBA season just 50 days away, the Orlando Magic are preparing to build on their growing momentum in the Eastern Conference. Assistant coach God Shammgod, who joined the team earlier this summer, believes the franchise’s young core, led by star forwards Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner, is prepared to take another significant […]

Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze delivered one of his best outings at EuroBasket 2025, powering Georgia to a convincing 93-61 victory over Cyprus in Group C on Tuesday. The win improved Georgia to 2-2 and kept them in contention for a spot in the knockout stage. Bitadze showcased his versatility on both ends of the […]

As the Las Vegas Raiders prepare for their 2025 season opener against the New England Patriots on Sunday, September 7, quarterback Geno Smith reflected on his final season with the Seattle Seahawks and the pivotal role Pete Carroll played in guiding him through a period of personal frustration. In a recent interview with Sports Illustrated’s […]