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Grant Wahl, a decorated U.S. soccer journalist who was bringing live coverage from the FIFA World Cup, tragically passed away while he was covering the Argentina-Netherlands matchup. Wahl was well-respected as one of the leading faces when it came to coverage of U.S. soccer. The death was equal parts shocking and mysterious, with his brother […]

Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies are building off their breakout season last year with another stellar start to the 2022-23 campaign. Through their first 25 games, they’ve gone 16-9. That’s placed them tied with the Phoenix Suns for the second-best record in the Western Conference and just half a game off from the top-seeded […]

It’s official. Brittney Griner is back in the United States after a successful negotiation and exchange with the Russian government for arms dealer Viktor Bout. According to CBS News, Griner arrived at Kelly Field located in San Antonio, Texas early Friday morning. Even with the news of her release being imminent, actually getting her home […]

To say that Baker Mayfield exceeded expectations in his very first game with the Los Angeles Rams is the understatement of the NFL season. Hollywood couldn’t have scripted it better with the former Carolina Panthers QB completing an unbelievable comeback to close out the Las Vegas Raiders in style. After the game, Mayfield was asked […]

Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry was among the hundreds of pro athletes who used their voices to try and help bring Brittney Griner home. With the news that the U.S. government was able to negotiate her return, Curry was clearly relieved to see it happen when asked about the matter at the Sports […]

Thousands of New Yorkers were overjoyed at the news that Aaron Judge was sticking with the Yankees. Kevin Durant was not one of those people. The Brooklyn Nets star was asked about the Yankees securing Aaron Judge’s services with a nine-year, $360 million contract after their team’s win over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday night. […]

The Boston Celtics have been the clear-cut best team in the NBA thus far. They own the league’s best record thanks in large part to massive steps forward from their two superstar swingmen in Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum. In a recent interview with Bally Sports’ Scoop B Robinson, Jaylen Brown was asked where he […]

Third time’s the charm for the San Diego Padres. After missing out on top-shelf free agents Aaron Judge and Trea Turner, they managed to nab former Boston Red Sox star Xander Bogaerts. According to MLB insider Jeff Passan, the deal extends for more than a decade, spreading $280 million across 11 seasons in San Diego. […]

Former Chicago Bulls veteran Ben Gordon continues to face legal trouble. After numerous reports of his struggles with the law, it appears as though he’s facing yet another rap against his name. Based on what appears to be makeshift reporting from rapper Cam’Ron, Ben Gordon was said to be detained after attempting to stab individuals […]

Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers have had a season from hell. While it’s tough to bet that this current version of the four-time MVP is the new reality, question marks are certainly being raised about what the plan will be in the coming season. It still appears as though Aaron Rodgers will return […]

It doesn’t take an NBA rumor mill expert to determine that the San Antonio Spurs are obvious sellers this season as they try and roll out the red carpet for Victor Wembanyama. Based on a report from Spurs insider LJ Ellis, San Antonio has finally opened up shop once again after closing its doors following […]

There’s likely no person more vindicated over the Tennessee Titans’ recent firing of GM Jon Robinson than their former wide receiver AJ Brown. That’s why when Brown tweeted out an image of his new “Terminator” shirt up for sale just hours after the firing was announced, fans couldn’t help but connect the dots that he […]

Evan Fournier is the New York Knicks’ third-highest-paid player on the roster. It’s no surprise that amongst the NBA rumors is that New York has reportedly had discussions to try to trade away the Frenchman’s rather hefty contract. Fournier is due approximately $37 million over this season and the next with a team option worth […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have turned it up as of late. But they still have a ways to go in order to be taken seriously in what’s been a wide-open Western Conference race. Could Russell Westbrook’s favorite celebration be part of what’s standing in their way? All credit to Russell Westbrook for completely buying into […]

The New York Yankees are keeping their superstar slugger. Aaron Judge has reportedly agreed to stay in the Big Apple for a gargantuan contract worthy of his talents. Judge has agreed to a nine-year deal that will pay him $360 million in total, per Jon Morosi with details from Ken Rosenthal: Source confirms: Aaron Judge […]

Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks have been under the spotlight for the wrong reasons of late. Rumors have swirled about a disagreement between the All-Star point guard and his coach Nate McMillan over the team’s shootaround last week. Shams Charania and Sam Amick recently reported on the situation on The Athletic. Amick shortly after appeared […]

In an alternate universe, Tom Brady and Sean Payton would have taken the reins over Tua Tagovailoa and Mike McDaniel in Miami. The Dolphins were reportedly on the verge of landing both player and coach before the Brian Flores scandal hit the fan. While it didn’t work out that way for the two football icons, […]

The Dallas Cowboys were considered frontrunners to sign Odell Beckham Jr. After the wide receiver’s recent visit–and the ensuing leak of medical information that some reports allege were related–it’s hard to imagine them still being the favorites or having much of a chance at all. According to Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio, it’s “obvious” that […]

Andrew Luck has seemingly been content with his decision to leave the NFL back in 2019. But that doesn’t mean the yearning to return to football hasn’t been there. Based on a beautiful piece from ESPN’s Seth Wickersham detailing Andrew Luck as he is today, the former Indianapolis Colts quarterback is eyeing a return to […]

Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks suffered a tough defeat on Monday night – but dealt with an even scarier on-air incident involving longtime announcer Bob Rathburn. Rathburn was going through the pregame notes with color commentator and Hawks icon Dominique Wilkins when he was suddenly seen visibly shaking and left unable to continue after […]

The New Orleans Saints somehow managed to fumble away an easy win against Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday. One play in particular that could’ve put the nail in the proverbial coffin was Mark Ingram’s failed attempt at a first down – a play that fans felt he should’ve made. With the […]

It’s nothing new to see Stephen Curry highlights go viral. But his latest clip sparked debates on whether or not it was even humanly possible. A video circulated of the Golden State Warriors point guard draining not one, not two, but five full-court heaves in a row at the team’s practice facility. The playful spot […]

The San Francisco 49ers can’t catch a break at quarterback. With the latest frustrating news on Jimmy Garoppolo, the team sitting firmly within the playoff seedings with its 8-4 record is left searching for answers. But could one of those answers come in the form of a recovering Trey Lance? For those hoping to see […]

The GOAT debate is one that will wage on for ages. For Draymond Green, he has his pick between LeBron James and Michael Jordan. The Golden State Warriors talisman has LeBron as his greatest player of all-time and had his argument ready to prove it. In his latest appearance on Uninterrupted, Draymond was vocal on […]

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been turning heads all season. The Oklahoma City Thunder has made believers out of several NBA talking heads – including Hall of Famer Charles Barkley. The former bruising big man couldn’t say SGA’s name properly – but he did advocate for him not just to be an All-Star but a starter of […]

Michigan Wolverines football coach Jim Harbaugh said it himself – he has unfinished business with the NFL. After trying and failing to nab the Minnesota Vikings’ head coaching job last February, Harbaugh seemed to close to door on making a potential return to the pro ranks. However, that could’ve just been the fresh denial talking. […]

The Washington Commanders are still unsure about the status of their star defender Chase Young, who remains a true game-time call for their Week 13 tilt against the New York Giants. But what they can look forward to is the play of running back Antonio Gibson, who appears likely to take the field despite his […]

The Toronto Raptors have cultivated one of the best team cultures in the NBA – but even they fall victim to the occasional lull. Boy, did they need a wake-up call after their brief two-game road trip against the Brooklyn Nets and New Orleans Pelicans. They allowed their opponents to score at least 40 in […]

Moses Moody has had an up-and-down season so far as he tries to navigate through his sophomore season with the Golden State Warriors. He had one of his more productive outings on Saturday against the Houston Rockets. The swingman played 17 minutes, tallying 11 points and three triples to go along with some solid defense. […]

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are starting to build momentum in the win column. The last thing they need is another injury scare. King James, however, suffered just that a few minutes into the fourth quarter of the Lakers’ marquee matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday. LeBron got entangled with Khris Middleton, […]

It’s getting to the point where if the Dallas Cowboys don’t land Odell Beckham Jr., it’ll be somewhat disappointing given how active their side has been in trying to make it happen. With Beckham expected to pay a visit to the Cowboys brass on Monday, head coach Mike McCarthy spoke out on hoping that the […]

The New England Patriots took the early lead on the Buffalo Bills on Thursday night, getting ahead in the first quarter. But the second is when Josh Allen and co. proved just how dynamic their offense really is. They started off the quarter with an easy touchdown for a wide-open Stefon Diggs in the end […]

After 12 games played for the Los Angeles Lakers, it’s time to say goodbye to sharpshooter Matt Ryan. According to NBA insider Shams Charania, the Lakers have decided to part ways with the 6’7″ swingman: The Lakers are waiving wing shooter Matt Ryan, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium. Ryan impressed in stint with L.A., shooting 38.2 […]

To say that Russell Wilson is having a nightmare of a debut with the Denver Broncos would be a massive understatement. The veteran quarterback has struggled on the field, which has drawn the ire of teammates and fans alike. But one supporter who won’t turn her back on him is his wife Ciara. On the […]

There’s no question that Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley have a ton of respect for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s game. The Oklahoma City Thunder star has set the NBA ablaze with a breakout fifth season in the league. But Shaq and Chuck do need to learn to put some respect on his name. The two Inside the NBA […]

The Odell Beckham Jr. sweepstakes are upon us. The Dallas Cowboys have placed their name firmly ahead as one of the leaders in pursuit of the wide receiver. With other teams like the New York Giants and Buffalo Bills also hot on his trail, the Cowboys might need to pull a few extra measures to […]

The Houston Astros aren’t resting on their laurels this offseason. They made it clear that they have their sights set on adding three-time MLB All-Star Willson Contreras. Contreras has been the Chicago Cubs’ full-time starting catcher since 2017 and has played nearly 600 games behind the plate. One interesting wrinkle about the Astros’ pursuit is […]

Norman Powell was scorching hot for the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night. That’s why you can’t blame the guy for taking every shot that he could on the court that evening – even ones outside of basketball. With the spotlight on him during the postgame interview after carrying the Clippers in the fourth quarter […]

From a football standpoint, the long wait is almost over for Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson. But his accusers want him to know that they are not just going to let his off-field scandal die down anytime soon. Atty. Tony Buzbee, who represented the more than two dozen women who cried foul against Watson, has […]