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Fans of the Phoenix Mercury are in a world of hurt right now after falling short against the Las Vegas Aces in Game 3 of the WNBA Finals at PHX Arena on Wednesday. The Mercury climbed back from a 17-point deficit to tie the game at 88-88 after DeWanna Bonner’s two free throws with one […]

The Las Vegas Aces are just a win away from capturing their third crown in four seasons after escaping the Phoenix Mercury, 90-88, in Game 3 of the WNBA Finals at PHX Arena on Wednesday. After being down by as much as 17 points, the Mercury mounted a furious rally in the fourth quarter to […]

Daniel Jones and the Indianapolis Colts are looking good atop the AFC South as they are set to host the Arizona Cardinals at Lucas Oil Stadium on Sunday. The Colts are coming off a big win over the Las Vegas Raiders, 40-6, in Week 5. They continue to be one of the season’s pleasant surprises, […]

Another day, another milestone for Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson. The Aces visited the Phoenix Mercury at PHX Arena on Wednesday, looking to take a commanding 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven WNBA Finals. They had their struggles on the road in the regular season, tallying a 13-9 record. But with Wilson at the forefront, […]

The Las Vegas Aces are looking to grab a third straight win versus the Phoenix Mercury in Game 3 of the WNBA Finals at PHX Arena on Wednesday. The Aces looked dominant in Game 2, leaving the Mercury scrambling for answers to avoid a o-3 hole. The Mercury needed a strong start to set the […]

Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero is confident they have the tools to be a strong contender in the Eastern Conference. They have flirted with success in recent years, and it’s only a matter of time until they get over the hump. For Banchero, guard Desmond Bane could be the missing piece. The Magic acquired Bane […]

The Houston Rockets lost a key cog ahead of the upcoming season after Fred VanVleet suffered an ACL injury during the team’s mini-camp in the Bahamas last month. VanVleet, who has been a steadying force for the Rockets, will be sidelined for several months, leaving a big hole in the team’s backcourt. It’s an unfortunate […]

The entire Milky Way can breathe easier now. LeBron James is not retiring yet. Hell was ready to freeze over if James had announced the decision in a much-anticipated video. But alas, he’s not going anywhere. At least for now. Many believed that the 40-year-old James was going to reveal that he was finally stepping […]

The title defense of the Philadelphia Eagles is on the right track. While they suffered their first loss in Week 5 against the Denver Broncos, the defending champions are playing at a high level. Rumors, however, are circulating that tension is rising within the squad. The same happened last season, as whispers spread that quarterback […]

Sophie Cunningham became one of the more popular players in the WNBA after signing with the Indiana Fever this season. While her campaign was cut short by a knee injury, she made her mark for her new team with her toughness and shooting. But it is Cunningham’s personality that endeared her to many fans. Her […]

The Indiana Pacers looked to start their preseason on a winning note when they visited the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center on Tuesday. The game, however, was marred by an accidental collision between Delon Wright and Jaylen Clark in the second quarter. Clark tried to sneak in for the steal, but his head hit Wright’s […]

Despite being riddled by major injuries, the Indiana Fever managed to advance to the semifinals of the playoffs. In fact, they were a win away from moving to the finals after pushing the Las Vegas Aces to the limit. The Fever lost Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham, Sydney Colson, and Aari McDonald to season-ending injuries, dealing […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars started in the worst way possible against the Kansas City Chiefs at EverBank Stadium on Monday. But as they say, it’s not how you begin, it’s how you finish. The Jaguars got down by as much as 14 points in the second quarter. But as the Chiefs threatened to break the game […]

Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers is now enjoying her free time after a stellar rookie season. She was present at Dickies Arena on Monday to witness the Dallas Mavericks beat the Oklahoma City Thunder, 106-89, in the NBA preseason. Cooper Flagg impressed in his preseason debut after finishing with 10 points, six rebounds, three assists, […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars and the Kansas City Chiefs battled to the very end in what was arguably the best game of the season so far. The Jaguars escaped with the win, 31-28, at EverBank Stadium on Monday. Trevor Lawrence rushed for the go-ahead touchdown with 23 seconds left after the Chiefs took the lead via […]

Fans are still probably busy picking up their jaws off the floor after the wild ending between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Kansas City Chiefs at EverBank Stadium on Monday. When the smoke cleared and all the nails were bitten off, the Jaguars escaped with the win, 31-28, as Trevor Lawrence scored on a one-yard […]

While they have been rolling as of late, the Jacksonville Jaguars were considered the underdog by many against the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 5. The Jaguars and the Chiefs were both coming off back-to-back wins as they faced off at EverBank Stadium on Monday. It was a nip-and-tuck affair right from the onset, with […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars aimed for their third straight win as they hosted the Kansas City Chiefs at EverBank Stadium on Monday. The Chiefs, however, also had the exact thing on their mind, having won back-to-back games after an inauspicious start. With both teams refusing to budge, the game was tied at 14-14 in the third […]

The Buffalo Bills suffered their first defeat of the season on Sunday after getting shocked by the New England Patriots, 23-20. Stefon Diggs, who signed with the Patriots in the offseason, returned to Highmark Stadium for the first time since the Bills traded him to the Houston Texans last year. He showed that regardless of […]

Two more teams opened their preseason schedule as the Atlanta Hawks visited the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on Monday. The Hawks and the Rockets quickly shook off the rust as they had a high-scoring first half. Houston went into the halftime break with a four-point lead, 64-60. H-Town also had the biggest highlight of […]

Rookie Cam Ward had a giant smile as he walked off the field on Sunday. He had every reason to be visibly happy as he finally got his first win after the Tennessee Titans defeated the Arizona Cardinals by the skin of their teeth, 21-20. Aside from taking the monkey off Ward’s back, the Titans […]

Drake Maye couldn’t contain his joy as he was flanked by Stefon Diggs and Rhamondre Stevenson during the postgame interview after they upset the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on Sunday. The Patriots escaped with the win, 23-20, after Maye led a gallant drive in the fourth quarter to set up Andy Borregales’ 52-yard field […]

To paraphrase the popular adage, when the going gets tough, Bryce Young gets going. He found Mitchell Evans for the go-ahead touchdown to help the Carolina Panthers pull off a come-from-behind win, 27-24, over the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. The Panthers fought back from a 17-point deficit to score their second victory. The Dolphins, meanwhile, […]

The New England Patriots scored a huge upset on Sunday after surviving the Buffalo Bills, 23-20, at Highmark Stadium courtesy of Andy Borregales’ 52-yard field goal. The Patriots improved to 3-2 and handed the Bills their first defeat of the season. It was a wire-to-wire affair for New England and Buffalo, with the latter tying […]

Running back Rhamondre Stevenson refused to get beaten up by an early fumble as he helped the New England Patriots upset the Buffalo Bills, 23-20, at Highmark Stadium on Sunday. Kicker Andy Borregales made the game-winning field goal for the Patriots from 52 yards, and Stevenson who kept them afloat in the second half with […]

It feels ages ago when Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs formed a talented duo on the Buffalo Bills, leading the team to deep runs. On Sunday, they found themselves on opposite sides anew as the New England Patriots visited Highmark Stadium. Diggs had a superb outing, finishing with 10 receptions for 146 yards, as the […]

The New Orleans Saints grabbed their first win of the season after beating the New York Giants, 26-14, on Sunday at Caesars Superdome. It was also the maiden victory of new coach Kellen Moore. The Saints ended their eight-game losing skid dating back to last season. They and the Giants now have identical 1-4 records. […]

The Buffalo Bills looked to remain undefeated as they hosted the New England Patriots at Highmark Stadium. As it was “Sunday Night Football,” legendary commentator Mike Tirico was once again in the booth. In the third quarter, he added another glorious call to his illustrious career. In fact, he may have outdone himself this time. […]

The Denver Broncos looked like they were dead in the water entering the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. But quarterback Bo Nix refused to accept their fate and led the Broncos on a furious rally to beat the defending champions, 21-17, at Lincoln Financial Field. Denver outscored Philadelphia, 18-0, in the final […]

The Golden State Warriors opened their preseason schedule by hosting the Los Angeles Lakers at Chase Center on Sunday, and early on, it already felt like a regular contest. It was a seesaw battle in the opening quarter, with the Warriors taking a one-point lead, 32-31. The Lakers returned the favor in the second period […]

Sonic and Knuckles were at it again. Running backs Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery helped the Detroit Lions defeat the Cincinnati Bengals, 37-24, on Sunday at Paycor Stadium to notch their fourth straight win. Since dropping their first assignment, the Lions have been on a roll, especially on offense. Playing in his hometown, Montgomery had […]

When Anthony Davis made his debut for the Dallas Mavericks last season, he yelled to the fans at American Airlines Center: “I’m here!” Until he wasn’t. Davis, who was having a monster performance, failed to finish that game against the Houston Rockets as he suffered an adductor strain, which sidelined him for multiple weeks. He […]

Christian McCaffrey and the San Francisco 49ers had to sweat and claw for their nail-biting victory over the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, 26-23, on Thursday at SoFi Stadium. The 49ers allowed the Rams to fight back from a double-digit deficit at halftime and force an extension. Eddie Piñeiro converted a 41-yard field goal to […]

The Los Angeles Rams rallied in the second half to force overtime but ultimately fell short against the San Francisco 49ers, 26-23, on Thursday at SoFi Stadium. Joshua Karty tied the game at the end of regulation with a 48-yard field goal, but the 49ers answered with a 41-yard field goal from Eddy Piñeiro in […]

The San Francisco 49ers suffered a huge blow to their campaign after it was revealed that star quarterback Brock Purdy will be sidelined for an extended period after reaggravating his turf toe injury. It was confirmed by 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan to NFL insider Ian Rapoport when asked about Purdy’s status prior to their game […]

It is deja vu for the Cleveland Browns and the Minnesota Vikings when they face off for the second time in London, as the NFL continues to showcase the game in different parts of the globe. The Browns and the Vikings will battle at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday. The first time the two teams […]

The Seattle Seahawks need all the help they can get to stop their losing skid against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday at Lumen Field. The last time the Seahawks beat the Buccaneers was in 2019. Seattle’s defense, however, will be badly handicapped versus Tampa Bay if Devon Witherspoon is deemed unable to play due […]

The Los Angeles Rams looked to stay undefeated at SoFi Stadium this season as they hosted the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday. The Rams wanted to ride the momentum from their win over the Indianapolis Colts, 27-20, in Week 4. They, however, had a lackluster start, with the 49ers taking a double-digit lead, 17-7, at […]

The mission was obvious for the San Francisco 49ers as they visited the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on “Thursday Night Football”: Return to the win column. The 49ers won their first three assignments before bowing to the Jacksonville Jaguars, 26-21, in Week 4. They wanted to bounce back against the Rams in convincing […]