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On Thursday, the NBA world was rocked by an FBI investigation into allegations of illegal gambling. Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier were among 30 individuals arrested. In response, former NBA player and podcaster Jeff Teague offered some humorous analysis of the situation, per the Club 520 Podcast. Essentially, Teague […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are playing in the World Series for the first time since 1993. Though they have an uphill battle against the defending champion Dodgers, they are lucky to have Max Scherzer on the mound. If they pull it off, he would win a World Series with his third different team as well […]

For over a decade, Nikola Vucevic has been an unmistakable presence in the NBA, first with the Orlando Magic and more recently with the Chicago Bulls. Additionally, he gave it his all on the international front during tournaments such as Eurobasket for Montenegro.  Altogether, he has demonstrated a trifecta of efficiency, poise, and versatility. All […]

When it comes to talent and confidence, Matas Buzelis of the Chicago Bulls has both. And it is a good thing too, because Chicago will need Buzelis to excel with Coby White out due to a calf injury for the start of the season.  Before the Bulls’ season opener against the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday, […]

Despite all the trade rumors, AJ Brown is still the premier wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles. However, he, along with LB Azeez Ojulari, wasn’t available for practice on Wednesday due to hamstring injuries, per Adam Schefter of ESPN.  In all, five Eagles players didn’t practice due to injury. The three others included CB Adoree […]

Undoubtedly, Shaquille O’Neal is one of the greatest and most influential players in NBA history. Altogether, he has won four championships, been a 15-time All-Star, 2000 NBA MVP, and 1993 Rookie of the Year, to name a few.  He did everything, but if things had been slightly different, he might have done more. Recently, O’Neal […]

For 30 years, UConn women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma has done it all. Altogether, he has led the Huskies to 12 national championships and put them into national prominence. Along the way, he has produced some of the most incredible talent in the game’s history.  The players that have come through his program include Rebecca […]

The debut of the new NBA on NBC commenced on Tuesday for the NBA’s opening night. Plus, the addition of Michael Jordan as a contributor was something fans had been eagerly anticipating. However, Jordan’s debut appearance was met with some confusion. For instance, Bill Simmons said Jordan’s interview with Mike Tirico lacked any excitement, though […]

Legendary Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo isn’t shy about addressing the state of college athletics. That was evident in his recent criticism of the University of Louisville program. After it was revealed that Louisville had former NBA G League player London Johnson commit, Izzo took aim at the Cardinals for making such a move, […]

In the era of the transfer portal, it is becoming more common for players to look elsewhere. In 2024, CB Ashton Stamps made the switch from Stanford to LSU. Now, he is switching from LSU to someplace else. On Wednesday, the junior starting CB made the sudden decision to re-enter the transfer portal, per Shea […]

Halloween is approaching fast and still no new CBA in the WNBA. As a result, the prospect of a WNBA season in 2026 maybe in jeopardy with the prospect of a lockout. Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham recently said “a potential lockout … is kind of where it’s headed” given that the deadline is Oct. […]

On NBA Opening Night, Lakers phenom Luka Doncic squelched any worries about a potential groin injury against the Golden State Warriors. Though the Lakers lost 119-109, there was no stopping Luka. In total, Doncic came away with 43 points as well as 12 rebounds, nine assists, two blocks, and a steal. As a result, he […]

With the WNBA in her future, Azzi Fudd is looking forward to her final season at UConn. A season in which they will look to defend their national championship, and start the season at No.1 without Paige Bueckers. Meanwhile, Fudd wants to leave it all out on the floor. Something she alluded to when describing […]

Unfortunately, it appears that the Chicago Bulls will begin the season with a hobbled roster. First, their top scorer, Coby White, will be out for the next few weeks due to a calf injury. Nevertheless, they will have two, albeit hobbled, core players available in time for their season opener against the Detroit Pistons on […]

In the spring, the Seattle Storm scored big when they drafted French sensation Dominique Malonga. During the season, the “female Wembanyama” became a history-making force on defense. However, her sophomore season with the Storm could be in jeopardy given her current situation with her Turkish club Fenerbahçe, per Annie Costabile of Front Office Sports. Ultimately, […]

In May, the formation of the Women’s Pro Baseball League (WPBL) was announced to begin in 2026. It marked a turning point in women’s sports history at a time when women’s sports is increasing in popularity. One of the big names expected to join is former LLWS standout pitcher Mo’ne Davis. On Tuesday, the first […]

So far the NFL rules on the onside kick are all over the map. In May, the league approved the use of the onside kick for trailing teams. Now, it appears that they are considering eliminating the rule altogether. On Tuesday, NFL EVP Troy Vincent said that he is consulting with team owners about replacing […]

Throughout the ages, baseball has produced legions of great moments that last forever. That was the case in Game 7 of the ALCS, courtesy of George Springer of the Toronto Blue Jays. In the 7th inning, with the Seattle Mariners leading 3-1, Springer hit a three-run shot to give the Blue Jays a 4-3 lead. […]

Things are going well for Colts QB Daniel Jones. First, he surpassed a mark set by Payton Manning and is getting props from the equally beloved Indiana Fever. On Tuesday, Jones took to Instagram and posted one word to describe his state of mind. “Onward” is all that he said following the Colts’ defeat of […]

On Monday, Game 7 of the ALCS had everything that makes MLB in October great. Toronto’s George Springer’s go-ahead homer in the 7th will live on in the minds of Blue Jays forever. Conversely, Mariners fans were left with a bitter taste in their mouth after blowing a two-run lead. Afterward, there was a tender […]

The fallout of the investigation into Clippers veteran Kawhi Leonard continues. As the NBA season begins, there will no getting around it and Commissioner Adam Silver understands that. Given the details of the investigation that have come out, Silver continues to maintain a wait-and-see approach, per Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated/Hoops Hype “Somebody asked me […]

The Seattle Mariners are dealing with a heartbreaker that’s gotten the best of them. On Monday, the Mariners lost Game 7 of the ALCS 4-3 to the Toronto Blue Jays, bringing an end to a truly remarkable season. Afterward, their star catcher, Cal Raleigh, was in tears reflecting upon the defeat. In the process, Raleigh […]

Earlier in the month, LeBron James had fans thrown for a loop with his “Second Decision” advertisement for Hennessy, refuting a prospect that he was retiring. In outrage, a Lakers fan filed a lawsuit against James over allegations of fraud and deception. However, on Monday, the fan made the choice to drop the lawsuit, per […]

Toronto Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is doing whatever it takes to get ready for Game 7 of the ALCS. First, he received words of wisdom from his famous father as they looked to defeat the Seattle Mariners on Monday. Furthermore, Guerrero decided to represent Toronto by wearing a Maple Leafs jersey when walking […]

The news that Coby White will miss the start of the season due to a calf injury was not what the Bulls were hoping for. After all, White is their dynamic scorer and playmaker as well as the team leader. The guy around whom the offense revolves. Indeed, his absence will be felt, but luckily […]

It hasn’t been all glitz and glamour for Tennessee Titans rookie QB Cam Ward. A major reason for that has been his mounting number of turnovers. In Week 7, he fumbled the ball in the third quarter, which Patriots LB K’Lavon Chaisson turned into a touchdown. As a result, the Patriots defeated the Titans 31-13 […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are well on their way back to the World Series. That can be proved with two sufficient reasons. They are playing in Dodger Stadium, and Shohei Ohtani is on the mound and at the plate.  Already, Ohtani is having a dominant performance in both registers. In the 1st inning, he had […]

On Friday, the LA Dodgers are looking to finish out the week on a high note. That is to rely on the arm of Shohei Ohtani to lead them back to the World Series. In the process, they would sweep the Milwaukee Brewers four straight as well as clinch the pennant at home in Dodger […]

It was a busy Friday for the Chicago Bulls. Three hours after signing Mac McClung to a contract, they decided to waive him, per Legion Hoops. At the same time, the Bulls chose to waive fan favorite Yuki Kawamura after he sustained a medical condition in his right leg, per Will Gottlieb.  Then, the Bulls […]

Two things stood out about the 2025 NBA Finals. One, the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Indiana Pacers in an epic seven-game series. Second, that Pacers star guard Tyrese Haliburton went out with a torn ACL.  After the Thunder won it all, it was their MVP, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who graciously visited Haliburton to check on […]

The absence of LeBron James until mid-November will be a prominent sore spot for the Lakers. However, Austin Reaves reminds the media that the Lakers have to forge ahead together, per Dave McMenamin of ESPN. “We have to do it as a collective” he said. Additionally, Reaves mentioned his growth from his rookie year to […]

For many Chicago Bulls fans, Derrick Rose holds a special place in their hearts. Much of that is rooted in the reimagination of what he could have been if injuries hadn’t eaten him alive. Sometimes, Rose is mentioned alongside Michael Jordan. Recently, Chicago-based rapper G Herbo made the case that Rose was more popular than […]

When it comes to the Carolina Panthers, country music star Luke Combs is one of their biggest fans. As a result, he loves them so much that he has the liberty to criticize them perpetually. Recently, Combs was critical of the team’s present performance. Not only that, but he took that criticism to Panthers owner […]

A few months after the Orlando Magic forced Mac McLung into free agency, their loss was the Chicago Bulls’ gain. On Friday, the Bulls snatched him up by signing him to a contract, per Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype and USA Today. McLung arrives in Chicago as a former MVP of the NBA G League […]

In basketball, free throws do plenty of good. Nobody knows that better than Wilt Chamberlain, despite being a poor free-throw shooter, who was 28-for-32 in his historic 100-point game in 1962. Perhaps the second name that comes to mind is Shaquille O’Neal for apparent reasons. Fast forward to today, and the Chicago Bulls are hopefully […]

There was a reason why the Chicago Bulls traded Lonzo Ball to the Cleveland Cavaliers for Isaac Okoro. That reason had to do with top-notch hard-nose defense.  Specifically, Okoro excels in ball pressure defense, is versatile in his approach, and has an intense physicality that meets what Chicago is looking for at this point.  On […]

Before Spencer Rattler became the starting QB for the New Orleans Saints, he was a young hotshot at the University of Oklahoma. In fact, there was anticipation that he would win the Heisman Trophy in 2021. However, he was famously benched during the second quarter of a game against Texas. The guy who replaced him […]

On Wednesday, New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe underwent shoulder surgery. A long time coming as he has been nursing a partially torn labrum in his non-throwing arm for quite some time. On Thursday, Yankees manager Aaron Boone announced that Volpe will undergo a lengthy recovery, per Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. According to Boone, Volpe […]

You don’t need to explain anything to describe the commentary of Charles Barkley. He tells it like it is without compromise, regardless of whether anyone likes it or not. One of those who didn’t like it was Kevin Durant when he was playing for the Golden State Warriors. In the latest episode of the Netflix […]