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In the NBA, in-arena entertainment is usually meant to be lighthearted and easy to forget. However, on Monday, the Charlotte Hornets appeared to stray from this standard. During their 121-108 defeat to the Philadelphia 76ers, reports surfaced that they handed a PS5 to a child during a skit, only to reclaim it once the cameras […]

The Duke basketball team secured its fifth-consecutive win on Tuesday night, sticking to its tried-and-true formula with freshman sensation Cooper Flagg leading the way and a dominant second-half defense, ultimately defeating George Mason 68-47. Flagg recorded 24 points and nine rebounds, helping No. 5 Duke secure a 68-47 victory over George Mason by limiting the […]

Everything seems to be falling into place for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the OKC Thunder this season. With the end of the year fast approaching, the Thunder (20-5) are leading the Western Conference standings. Oklahoma City appears to have all the pieces needed to capture their first championship in franchise history, and ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith […]

De’Aaron Fox, whose contract with the Sacramento Kings runs through the 2025-26 season, joined Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green on the newest episode of The Draymond Green Podcast this week. Fox’s future has been a focal point this season, with the soon-to-be 27-year-old aiming to qualify for a supermax extension this summer. However, he […]

Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks set an NBA record with Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors by combining for 48 three-pointers in a 143-133 Dallas victory in San Francisco. UNREAL 🤯 The most combined 3-pointers in a game EVER ‼️ pic.twitter.com/R9VrYTh5gy — SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) December 16, 2024 The previous record of 44 threes, […]

Luka Doncic recorded his 80th career triple-double, leading the Dallas Mavericks to a 143-133 victory over Steve Kerr and the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night. “The issue was Luka Doncic,” said the Warriors head coach in his post game press conference. “I think they made their first nine shots, and the key element was […]

Following the “do AJ Brown and Jalen Hurts like each other?” drama earlier in the week, the Philadelphia Eagles delivered a strong performance with a 27-13 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers. With the Eagles tied 3-3 against the Steelers on Sunday, they faced a second-and-goal at the 5-yard line late in the first quarter. Hurts […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been active this offseason, yet manager Dave Roberts suggested the team still has more plans in motion. Discussions between the Dodgers and outfielder Teoscar Hernández are ongoing as both sides work toward reaching an agreement. “I think we are close,” said the Dodgers manager. The escalating value of free-agent deals […]

After trading three-time All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker to the Chicago Cubs, Houston Astros general manager Dana Brown admitted the team is open to hearing offers for starter Framber Valdez. However, he emphasized that another major move is unlikely. On Friday, following the deal that sent Tucker to the Cubs in exchange for four players, Brown […]

George Kittle and the San Francisco 49ers’ playoff chances are nearly gone. Their 12-6 defeat to the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday night dropped the team to 6-8, making a postseason appearance unlikely. Despite the setback, one determined player is refusing to give in. Safety Talanoa Hufanga, who has dealt with injuries throughout the season, […]

Sheila Johnson, the billionaire co-owner of the WNBA’s Washington Mystics, has expressed criticism of Time for naming Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark as its “Athlete of the Year.” On Tuesday, Time awarded the honor to the Indiana Fever rookie after her outstanding year, during which she shattered multiple college, WNBA, and broadcast records. However, in […]

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman confirmed on Friday that he has engaged in contract discussions with Scott Boras, the representative for free-agent third baseman Alex Bregman. However, Cashman did not provide details about the progress of those talks or specify when they took place. “He’s been a thorn in our sides for years, […]

The Juan Soto sweepstakes ultimately boiled down to the New York Mets and the New York Yankees. Mets owner Steve Cohen was determined to win, but didn’t know the outcome until Soto informed him personally. Cohen denied any special sentiment about taking Soto from the Yankees. Cohen stated that he doesn’t play that game and […]

Bronny James had an impressive G League road debut for the South Bay Lakers on Thursday, registering his best performance yet. He scored 30 points, along with three rebounds and two assists. However, despite his strong showing, the Lakers fell to the Valley Suns, 106-100. Bronny James just had his best game for the South […]

Newly acquired New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto made headlines during his introductory press conference on Thursday. The star player stirred the pot with a remark that seemed to take aim at his former team, the New York Yankees, when asked whether his contract signals a shift toward New York becoming a “Mets town.” New […]

Thursday night was historic for North Carolina football when they officially announced Bill Belichick as their new head coach, giving him his first collegiate coaching opportunity. While Belichick may have overextended himself at times, he earned significant recognition for his regular appearances on ESPN, including spots on The Pat McAfee Show and the ManningCast alongside […]

The Boston Red Sox have shown interest in a few third basemen this offseason, sparking rumors about a potential position change for Rafael Devers. However, Chief Baseball Officer Craig Breslow and the team remain steadfast in their stance that Devers will stay at third base. The Boston Red Sox staying committed to Rafael Devers “Rafael […]

After a challenging loss to the Atlanta Hawks that knocked the New York Knicks out of the Emirates NBA Cup, head coach Tom Thibodeau responded to inquiries regarding the officiating and how it managed the game’s physicality in such a pivotal matchup. Wednesday’s game featured Jacyn Goble as one of the officials. Knicks fans might […]

The Cincinnati Bengals defeated the Dallas Cowboys in a dramatic Monday Night Football matchup, but the Cowboys weren’t the only ones to suffer a loss that evening. Superstar quarterback Joe Burrow also had his home broken into, adding to the disheartening turn of events. This situation is particularly tough for Burrow, given his deep connection […]

A Houston, Texas, restaurant owned by Los Angeles Clippers star and former Houston Rocket James Harden has been named in a wrongful death lawsuit filed earlier this week. Cassaundra Jackson, the mother of Taylar Jackson, one of the seven victims of the November 2023 fatal crash, has filed a lawsuit against Harden’s restaurant “Thirteen,” alleging […]

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins and his agent, David Mulugheta, have officially split, according to Kelsey Conway of the Cincinnati Enquirer. “They are no longer working together,” according to a post from Conway. “Higgins is currently playing on the franchise tag and will be seeking a long-term deal in the offseason.” The news follows […]

Philadelphia Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie is set to sell a portion of the team to two family investors. According to a report by ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Lurie will sell an eight percent stake in the franchise, valuing the Eagles at $8.3 billion. The transaction brings new minority investors into the Eagles organization, though it notably […]

With Juan Soto off the market, teams that missed out on him may turn their attention to exploring a trade for Carlos Correa from the Minnesota Twins. Despite the Twins’ financial constraints, President of Baseball Operations Derek Falvey stated on Monday that while he’s open to hearing trade proposals, he’s not looking to offload Correa’s […]

The Houston Astros are eager to retain free agent Alex Bregman, who is seeking a contract worth over $200 million. As of Thursday, the Astros’ reported offer stood at $156 million. Astros General Manager Dana Brown addressed the situation outside the winter meetings in Dallas, confirming the team’s ongoing efforts to re-sign Bregman. “I’m optimistic […]

RJ Barrett couldn’t hold back the emotions as he faced his former New York Knicks team. After his Toronto Raptors’ 113-108 loss on Wednesday, Barrett opened up about his feelings meeting his old squad again, with the first anniversary of their split fast approaching on Dec. 30. “For me? Oh yeah, for sure. It’s your […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers secured free agent pitcher Blake Snell to a five-year, $182 million contract just before Thanksgiving. However, there was another starting pitcher on the market with hopes of joining the Dodgers this winter. According to reports, right-hander Corbin Burnes expressed a preference to land in Los Angeles. Bob Nightengale of USA Today […]

The New York Yankees came up short in the Juan Soto sweepstakes, with the star outfielder opting to sign a record-breaking deal with the New York Mets on Sunday instead of returning to the Bronx. Now, the Yankees face the challenge of shifting their focus to alternative options, despite the difficulty of finding a player […]

Chris Paul made NBA history by becoming the player with the second-most assists in league history, surpassing Jason Kidd’s total of 12,091 during the San Antonio Spurs’ 121-116 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. Paul passed Kidd with his third assist of the game, a corner pass to Harrison Barnes for a three-pointer with eight […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have maintained their busy offseason efforts after securing their eighth World Series title. Blake Treinen, the team’s go-to high-leverage reliever during their championship run and the pitching staff’s strikeout leader, is set to return. As reported by Ken Rosenthal, Treinen has signed a two-year deal worth $22 million. Treinen has made […]

Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers added wide receiver George Pickens to their injury report late in Week 14. Consequently, they chose to make him inactive for their December 8 game against the Cleveland Browns. After the Steelers’ 27-14 victory over the Browns, head coach Mike Tomlin addressed the media, and provided clarity on his […]

Aaron Rodgers showcased his vintage form against the Miami Dolphins, but his efforts couldn’t stop the New York Jets from suffering another heartbreaking loss. The Jets saw their playoff hopes dashed after falling to the Dolphins in a dramatic overtime showdown. The Jets missing the playoffs for the 14th year New York have now failed […]

Cam Newton criticized Boise State, Arizona State, SMU, Indiana on the December 6 edition of ESPN’s First Take, arguing that these non-traditional powerhouses were overachieving and didn’t merit a spot in the College Football Playoff field. “Understand your weight class,” said the former NFL star. The final 2024-2025 College Football Playoff bracket will be announced […]

DeMar DeRozan and the Sacramento Kings dismantled the San Antonio Spurs in Texas, cruising to a 140-113 victory. “Being top-30 all-time in scoring and to still have the opportunity to add to that is beyond humbling,” said the Kings star forward who made history by becoming the 30th player in NBA history to reach 24,000 […]

The Athletics signed right-handed pitcher Luis Severino, formerly of the New York Mets, to a $67 million deal with a $10 million signing bonus, the largest guaranteed contract in the franchise’s history, according to MLB.com. The Athletics held their first press conference in Sacramento on Friday since the team temporarily relocated to Sutter Health Park. […]

The NFL has concluded its investigation into the recent allegations of sexual misconduct against Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, determining there is insufficient evidence to take disciplinary action, as they found no violation of the league’s personal conduct policy. The investigation was launched following a lawsuit filed by a woman in Texas in September, accusing […]

Dallas Cowboys (5-7) right guard Zack Martin is set to undergo season-ending ankle surgery, raising concerns about the potential impact on his career. Those questions have lingered for the 34-year-old even prior to this injury. However, team owner Jerry Jones has made it clear that the possibility of this marking the end of Martin’s Hall […]

The New Orleans Pelicans snapped their nine-game losing streak with a 126-124 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Thursday. The team was boosted by the return of Brandon Ingram, who had been sidelined for the previous five games due to calf soreness, and Herb Jones, who returned after missing 18 games with a shoulder sprain. […]

Jonathan Kuminga scored a career-high 33 points, Andrew Wiggins added 23, and the Golden State Warriors secured a 99-93 victory over the Houston Rockets, marking their 15th straight win against them. The Golden State Warriors have now won 15 straight games against the Houston Rockets. FIFTEEN. The last time Houston defeated Golden State was February […]

After a long rehabilitation process dating back to 2022, Lonzo Ball has returned to action with the Chicago Bulls. Selected as one of the premier talents in the 2017 NBA Draft, Lonzo’s career has drawn significant attention, partly due to his father, LaVar Ball. Beyond his son’s NBA achievements, LaVar pursued his entrepreneurial ambitions by […]