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Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra doesn’t know what it’s like to be fired. He’s been in charge of the franchise since 2008. But, he certainly knows the business and has tons of sympathy for Mike Brown, who was shockingly let go by the Sacramento Kings on Friday. Spoelstra and Brown are close friends and […]

The Tennessee Titans will be without their first-string running back on Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Tony Pollard is dealing with the flu and was listed as doubtful before officially being ruled out. Via Adam Schefter: “Titans downgraded RB Tony Pollard (ankle, illness) to out for Sunday’s game vs. the Jaguars.” Pollard was going to […]

The Sacramento Kings shocked the NBA world on Friday, firing head coach Mike Brown just six months after he signed a new extension through 2026. It came as a big surprise considering Brown just took the Kings to the playoffs the last two seasons. But, the front office apparently believed a change had to be […]

The Golden State Warriors have lost three in a row and dropped their sixth straight game to the Los Angeles Clippers on Friday night. However, Stephen Curry and Draymond Green both didn’t play due to injury. The good news is both players are expected to return for Saturday night’s clash with the Phoenix Suns, Steve […]

Chuba Hubbard’s breakout campaign with the Carolina Panthers has ended sooner than expected. The running back has been placed on the IR after sustaining a calf and knee injury, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Hubbard is coming off a huge performance in Week 16 where he torched the Arizona Cardinals for 152 yards and two touchdowns […]

The Golden State Warriors will square off with the Los Angeles Clippers on Friday, looking to snap a five-game losing steak. They will visit their Pacific Division rivals at the brand-new Intuit Dome. However, Stephen Curry is already ruled out due to knee soreness, while Draymond Green is dealing with a back contusion. Here is […]

After seven seasons, Gleyber Torres is no longer a member of the New York Yankees organization. The infielder signed a one-year, $15 million deal with the Detroit Tigers on Friday and will be their everyday second baseman in 2025. After officially joining the Tigers, Torres penned a heartfelt message to the Yankees, who called him […]

Norfolk State football made a major splash recently, hiring ex-NFL quarterback Michael Vick as their next head coach. Just 10 days since it was announced, Vick has landed his first player in the transfer portal — former UTSA defensive tackle Nick Booker-Brown. Via LightOnSports: Norfolk State has landed a commitment from former UTSA DL Nick […]

The Detroit Tigers added another key piece to their roster on Friday, signing former New York Yankees infielder Gleyber Torres to a one-year, $15 million deal in free agency. Following the news, Tigers GM Scott Harris said Torres will slot in as the team’s everyday second baseman in 2025. Via Bob Nightengale: Gleyber Torres will […]

The San Antonio Spurs played their first Christmas game in eight years on Wednesday, which means it was also the first time Victor Wembanyama suited up under the bright lights of December 25. Plus, they also faced the New York Knicks at the iconic Madison Square Garden. Needless to say, Wemby did not disappoint. The […]

The Kansas City Chiefs will face the Pittsburgh Steelers on NFL Christmas and ahead of the contest, quarterback Patrick Mahomes sat down with Kay Adams and Netflix to discuss a variety of topics. One of them was his teammate and top target, Travis Kelce. Adams asked Mahomes what he got Kelce for Christmas and his […]

Oregon football will face the Ohio State Buckeyes in the Rose Bowl on New Year’s Day as they look to stay unbeaten en route to a potential National Championship. Ahead of the contest, quarterback Dillon Gabriel showered Evan Stewart, who has turned into the Ducks’ No. 2 receiver, with some major praise. Via Oregon Live: […]

We’re in that season where NFL quarterbacks are gifting their offensive lines with presents. After all, it is Christmas. Washington Commanders signal-caller Jayden Daniels is the latest one to join in on the action. Daniels gave his entire O-line brand new electric scooters, per Ben Standig: “Jayden Daniels bought electric scooters for the offensive line. […]

The San Antonio Spurs have the privilege of playing on NBA Christmas Day, traveling to the Big Apple to face the New York Knicks at the iconic Madison Square Garden. Ahead of the cross-conference matchup, guard Chris Paul revealed how special it is to play on December 25, which is actually the ninth time in […]

It’s the season of giving, so why not treat your teammates to a little gift, right? That’s exactly what Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs did, buying his entire offensive line custom-made pendants with their numbers. We’re not talking about just some normal pendants either- they’re encrusted in diamonds. Take a look, via Eric […]

The New York Jets might be eliminated from playoff contention but that doesn’t mean Aaron Rodgers doesn’t want to win, even if he needs to play through injury. The quarterback is dealing with an MCL problem but made it clear on Tuesday that he 100% plans to suit up against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday. […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers will have a tall task ahead of them on Christmas as they face the Kansas City Chiefs. Thankfully, Russell Wilson will have George Pickens healthy. However, cornerback Joey Porter Jr won’t play, which isn’t ideal for a Steelers secondary that will be looking to slow down Patrick Mahomes and Co. Via Tom […]

The Houston Texans have placed two key players on the Injured Reserve. Wide receiver Tank Dell and safety Jimmie Ward are both heading to the IR, as reported by Ian Rapoport. Dell suffered a terrifying knee injury during a touchdown last weekend in a loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Head coach DeMeco Ryans said […]

The Green Bay Packers clinched a playoff spot for the fifth time in six years on Monday evening and it came in emphatic fashion. Matt LaFleur’s squad hammered the New Orleans Saints 34-0 and made history in more ways than one in the process. Via OptaSTATS: The @packers' Monday night performance: 30+ point shutout400+ yards […]

The Golden State Warriors lost their fourth game in the last five on Monday evening, falling 111-105 to the Indiana Pacers. That dropped the Dubs to just two games above .500. It was a very quiet night for Stephen Curry, who finished with just 10 points. Although his shot struggled at times in December, he […]

The Dallas Mavericks grabbed a huge victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night and will now shift their focus to an NBA Christmas matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday. Ahead of that contest, Mavs guard Kyrie Irving gave Anthony Edwards his flowers as he continues to develop into one of the brightest […]

The St. Louis Cardinals appear to be going full rebuild mode ahead of the 2025 season. Paul Goldschmidt just left in free agency and signed with the New York Yankees, while the ball club is expected to trade third baseman Nolan Arenado as well. But, he’s not the only player garnering trade interest. All-Star closer […]

One of the greatest base runners to ever step foot on a diamond has passed. MLB legend Rickey Henderson has died at 65 years old, per the NY Post. Henderson played 25 years in the big leagues and still holds the record for the most steals in history, swiping 1,406 bags. While Henderson played for […]

The Chicago Cubs made a major splash last week, acquiring Kyle Tucker from the Houston Astros in a blockbuster trade. On both sides of the ball, he’s one of the best players in the big leagues and will certainly make an immediate impact at Wrigley Field. With an already crowded outfield, the Cubs made space […]

Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne will see his contract at the Etihad run out at the end of the 2024-25 season and there’s serious doubts that he’ll stay with the Premier League giants. Contract talks have reportedly come to a halt and the Belgian has now been linked to a shocking move overseas to […]

The Milwaukee Bucks will have a chance to win some hardware on Tuesday evening when they face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Cup Championship in Las Vegas. To get to this point however, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Co. had to beat the Atlanta Hawks in the semifinals on Saturday, a team that got the […]

The Sacramento Kings are playing underwhelming basketball this season and once again failed to get the job done on Monday night. They blew a 10-point fourth-quarter lead against the Denver Nuggets, ultimately losing 130-129. Following the game, head coach Mike Brown had some harsh words for his team, who were dominated on the boards and […]

The biggest player on the open market has already signed, with Juan Soto joining the New York Mets last week. However, there are still several prized free agents available and among them is former NL Cy Young winner Corbin Burnes. Burnes, who spent last season with the Baltimore Orioles, is one of the better starters […]

The New York Yankees were on the doorstep of winning a World Series this year but ultimately fell short, losing in five games to the Los Angeles Dodgers. That included a historic collapse in the series clincher that will unfortunately be remembered forever. The Bronx Bombers will of course be motivated to get back to […]

San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich suffered a stroke in early November and has been out of commission since with assistant Mitch Johnson serving as the acting HC. For the first time since the incident, Popovich spoke out on Monday, releasing this statement. Via Shams Charania: Statement from Spurs coach Gregg Popovich, who suffered […]

The college football transfer portal has caused quite a stir this month due to the timing. It opened on December 9 and closes on December 28, which means the portal disrupts the team’s preparations for the College Football Playoff. That’s been a complaint from many coaches across the country, and Penn State football boss James […]

The Buffalo Bills flexed their muscle on Sunday with a massive road win against one of the NFL’s elite, the Detroit Lions. After coming out with a 48-42 victory in Motown, the Bills have now jumped the Lions as the current Super Bowl favorites heading into Week 16, per FanDuel. Josh Allen and Co. are […]

After a lengthy college career that spanned seven seasons, Oklahoma State football quarterback Alan Bowman has decided to take the next step in his football journey. Bowman announced on Monday that he will declare for the 2025 NFL draft. Here is his statement posted on social media: “First, I want to take a moment to […]

The Tennessee Titans lost their third game in a row on Sunday, falling 37-27 to the Cincinnati Bengals. It was another brutal outing for quarterback Will Levis, who was pulled after throwing his NFL-worst fourth pick-6 of the 2024 season. On Monday, head coach Brian Callahan said he’ll make a decision in the coming days […]

Not only did the Pittsburgh Steelers lose the battle of Pennsylvania to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday 27-13, but they also lost star linebacker T.J. Watt to an injury in the fourth quarter. Watt was chasing down Eagles QB Jalen Hurts before hitting the turf in pain and grabbing his left ankle. It was a […]

Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler has found his name in trade rumors across the last few days and on Wednesday, Shams Charania reported that the Phoenix Suns are a team he’d be interested in joining, according to league circles in contact with Butler’s agent, Bernie Lee. Well, shortly after that report came out, Lee, who […]

The Houston Texans will be without a key defender for the remainder of the 2024 season. Standout safety Jalen Pitre suffered a torn pectoral muscle in Week 12 against the Tennessee Titans and won’t play again in ’24, as reported by NFL insider Jordan Schultz. He’s set to undergo surgery. This is a tough blow […]

The Seattle Kraken have lost one of their own. Founding owner David Bonderman has passed away at the age of 82, the team announced on Wednesday. Bonderman initially applied to bring an NHL franchise to Seattle back in 2018 before the Kraken became an official club in the league in 2021. In 2022, his daughter […]

After missing out on Juan Soto and Max Fried, the Boston Red Sox have made a splash. The AL East ball club is finalizing a trade for Chicago White Sox ace Garrett Crochet. Via Jeff Passan: “BREAKING: The Boston Red Sox are finalizing a trade to acquire left-hander Garrett Crochet from the Chicago White Sox, […]