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Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant is making moves, but not of the basketball kind. KD and his business partner Rich Kleiman, who own 35 Ventures together, have invested in NWSL club Gotham FC. Following the announcement, Durant was ecstatic: Let’s get it @GothamFC https://t.co/Mbpdfshdio — Kevin Durant (@KDTrey5) May 4, 2022 This isn’t the Nets […]

It’s been a rather disappointing season for Manchester United, who are likely to miss out on Champions League football for 2022-23. Nevertheless, there is optimism that better days could be ahead after the announcement that Ajax boss Erik ten Hag will take over as their new manager in the summer. Raphael Varane, who experienced ten […]

After a goal-filled first leg in England, Real Madrid and Man City are back at it in the second leg of the Champions League semifinals on Wednesday at the Bernabeu, with the Premier League giants leading 4-3 on aggregate. This tie could easily go either way in the return fixture, but Los Blancos boss Carlo […]

The top-seeded Phoenix Suns took care of business in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Dallas Mavericks on Monday night, winning 121-114. They never trailed in this contest and seemed to be in cruise control for the entire 48 minutes, despite Luka Doncic going off for 45 points in the series opener. […]

The Indianapolis Colts pulled off a blockbuster trade in March for long-time Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan. But in his eyes, it might’ve never happened if they didn’t try to pursue Deshaun Watson. Ryan got brutally honest recently on the whole situation, essentially saying if the Falcons steered clear of trying to chase Watson, he […]

The NFL world was absolutely shocked last month when Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins tragically lost his life in South Florida after getting hit by a dump truck on the highway. The tributes have been pouring in ever since and on Tuesday, it would’ve been Haskins’ 25th birthday. His wife Kalabrya Haskins, posted a heartwarming […]

The Toronto Raptors were bounced in the first round of the NBA Playoffs by the Philadelphia 76ers, but it was a promising season nonetheless. They put up a real fight and have a solid core in place for the future. However, the Raptors could use more depth at the five in particular and Masai Ujiri […]

The Philadelphia 76ers have serious title aspirations this postseason and they certainly have the right coach at the helm, despite his history of failing to win close-out games. Doc Rivers has a championship pedigree and is ninth all-time in wins. Nevertheless, there have been rumors swirling that the Sixers could go in a different direction […]

After a first-round exit, there is a good chance Utah Jazz head coach Quin Snyder moves on this offseason, with many linking him to the head coaching vacancy with the Los Angeles Lakers. However, it appears the belief around the league and sources close to Snyder is that LA isn’t a desirable landing spot for […]

The Dallas Mavericks were outclassed by the Phoenix Suns in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals on Monday night, losing 121-114. This was the 10th game in a row that Phoenix has beaten the Mavs, which isn’t exactly a good sign for the series. But, there are still some reasons for optimism moving forward. […]

The Golden State Warriors managed to come out victorious on Sunday in Game 1 against the Memphis Grizzlies despite Draymond Green being ejected for a Flagrant 2 foul on Brandon Clarke in the second quarter. He was initially optimistic that the NBA would downgrade their controversial decision on Monday, but that didn’t happen. Following the […]

The Boston Celtics were pummeled by the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 1 on Sunday of the Eastern Conference semifinals, losing 101-89. It was a rather poor performance from the same team who just wiped the floor with the Brooklyn Nets and they will be looking to respond on Tuesday in Game 2. Meanwhile, big man […]

The Toronto Raptors just wrapped up their 2021-22 campaign with a first-round playoffs exit at the hands of the Philadelphia 76ers. It was Nick Nurse’s fourth season in charge and the third he’s led them to a winning season, with 2018-19 obviously the most memorable as the Raptors won their first-ever NBA title. Despite having […]

The Golden State Warriors took Game 1 against the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday in thrilling fashion, winning 117-116 despite Draymond Green getting ejected in the first half. Once again, youngster Jordan Poole proved to be a huge factor in the outcome as he continues to show out in these playoffs. The guard went off for […]

The Philadelphia 76ers suddenly face an uphill battle in their first-round series against Miami Heat after the news that star big man Joel Embiid will be out for the first two games at the very least due to injury. Embiid suffered an orbital fracture and mild concussion last week against the Toronto Raptors and Sixers […]

The Miami Heat will be at home on Monday to host the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals after taking out the Atlanta Hawks in the first round in five games. There are a number of players listed as questionable for the series opener though, which certainly raises some doubts. That […]

The Miami Heat will officially begin their second-round NBA Playoffs series on Monday against the Philadelphia 76ers, who are without star big man Joel Embiid for the time being. That certainly should give the Heat an advantage from the get-go, but they’ve also been dealing with some injury ailments of their own. That being said, […]

The Memphis Grizzlies might’ve lost a Game 1 heartbreaker to the Golden State Warriors on Sunday but it was truly a fantastic performance from this young squad, with none other than Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. leading the way. In fact, the Grizzlies duo made history as they both erupted for 30+ points, becoming […]

Real Madrid is about to sign one of the best center-backs in the world on a free transfer, with Chelsea star Antonio Rudiger set to join in the coming months. Following the UK government’s sanctions on the Blues due to Roman Abramovich’s connection to Vladimir Putin, Rudiger was unable to sign a new deal with […]

After months of speculation, Tyrann Mathieu is officially come back to where it all started. The star safety will sign with his hometown New Orleans Saints for the 2022 season. Via Ian Rapoport: The #Saints are making a key post-draft addition, as they’re expected to sign All-Pro safety Tyrann Mathieu, sources say. A long-awaited signing […]

The football world lost an influential figure on Saturday as super-agent Mino Raiola tragically passed away at the age of 54 after a long-term fight with illness. The Italian was known as one of the best in the business at his job, representing the likes of Paul Pogba, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, and most notably, Borussia Dortmund […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves might have been eliminated from the NBA playoff by the Memphis Grizzlies, but they truly have a star in the making in Anthony Edwards, who shined in the first round. The youngster was arguably the Timberwolves’ best player vs Memphis, averaging over 25 points per game and shooting over 40% from deep […]

It wasn’t easy, but the Memphis Grizzlies are moving on to the second round of the NBA Playoffs after eliminating the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night. Another comeback victory was needed, with the Grizzlies outscoring Karl-Anthony Towns and Co. 40-22 in the fourth quarter. Following the big win, Ja Morant took to social media and […]

Rob Gronkowski is yet to make his decision about either retiring or returning to the NFL for one more season. Well, there is only one way that’s happening: With Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Gronk recently spoke to TMZ Sports while partying it up in Vegas during draft week and said he wouldn’t […]

One of the most exciting quarterback prospects in this entire class is finally off the board. The Tennessee Titans have selected Liberty star Malik Willis with the 86th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft on Thursday after a fantastic senior season with the Flames. Willis is arguably the most athletic playmaker in this entire […]

The Seattle Seahawks made another defensive splash and added an offensive weapon on day 2 of the 2022 NFL Draft, selecting defensive end Boye Mafe out of Minnesota at No. 40, then also picking running back Kenneth Walker III out of Michigan State at No. 41. Immediately after the Seahawks made their picks, star wideout […]

The Philadelphia 76ers will be without superstar Joel Embiid for the beginning of their series against the Miami Heat, at the very least. After already sustaining a thumb injury, the Sixers big man now suffered a head injury in Game 6 vs. the Raptors on Thursday night and there is no timetable for his return. […]

The Green Bay Packers desperately needed to select a wide receiver in the 2022 NFL Draft after losing both Davante Adams and the Marquez Valdes-Scantling. Thankfully, they pulled the trigger on Day 2. The Packers selected North Dakota standout, Christian Watson, with the 34th overall pick, giving Aaron Rodgers another weapon out wide. Immediately after […]

The Detroit Lions got their man in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft, selecting Michigan standout Aidan Hutchinson with the second overall pick. It was between them and the Jacksonville Jaguars, but he ultimately stayed home and will suit up for the Lions in his rookie year. Hutchinson took to Twitter on Friday […]

The Philadelphia 76ers will face the top-seeded Miami Heat in the second round of the NBA Playoffs starting Monday. The Sixers narrowly escaped a 3-0 collapse against the Toronto Raptors with many starting to discuss Doc Rivers’ track record of blowing series leads. Well, Rivers himself fired back at that storyline before Game 6 and […]

The Philadelphia 76ers officially have a date set with the high-flying Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference semifinals starting on Monday. This should be an absolutely terrific series considering the type of superstars on both teams. The Sixers thankfully escaped a 3-0 collapse in the first round against the Toronto Raptors thanks to a massive […]

One of the most talented wide receivers in college football is off the board. Ohio State standout Chris Olave has been selected  11 overall by the New Orleans Saints in the 2022 NFL Draft on Thursday after a fantastic year for the Buckeyes. The Saints made a big trade up with the Washington Commanders to […]

Garrett Wilson will be joining his teammate Chris Olave at the next level. The Ohio State wide receiver was selected 10th overall by the Jets in the 2022 NFL Draft following his breakout junior campaign with the Buckeyes. At No. 10, the #Jets select their their speed WR, grabbing OSU’s Garrett Wilson. This was the […]

One of the most electric pass-catchers in the country is finally off the board. The Atlanta Falcons have selected USC star wideout Drake London with the eighth overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft on Thursday. London was absolutely fantastic in 2021 for the Trojans, leading the nation in contested catches and finishing with 88 […]

One of the best edge rushers in the entire nation is officially heading to the league. The Detroit Lions have selected Michigan senior Aidan Hutchinson 2 overall in the 2022 NFL Draft on Thursday after a fantastic season for the Wolverines where he racked up 14 sacks for John Harbaugh’s squad. The @Lions take @UMichFootball's […]

The Atlanta Braves managed to win a World Series in 2021 without star outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr, who went down with a torn ACL last July. But after an impressive rehab stint in the minors, it appears he’s ready to return to the big leagues. On Thursday, the Braves reinstated Acuna Jr from the 10-day […]

Thursday is a must-win Game 6 for the Utah Jazz against the Dallas Mavericks and Donovan Mitchell insists he will play, despite quad contusions on both legs. The Jazz star was seen limping off the court in clear discomfort late in the fourth quarter during a Game 5 loss to the Mavs, which certainly concerned […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are sitting at home watching the NBA Playoffs as spectators after an extremely disappointing season. The Russell Westbrook experiment evidently failed and there’s little doubt the team will be looking to trade his hefty contract this offseason. We know LeBron James has a huge say in the Lakers’ decision-making, but according […]

Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant and Charles Barkley got into a bit of a feud this week after Chuck called KD a “bus rider”, which the latter believed was a shot at him not being able to lead a team to the promised land. Durant took it personally and fired back at Barkley on IG, […]