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There is something to say about being at the right place at the right time. Chicago Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker has arrived at the right place following the announcement of Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s $500 contract extension with the Toronto Blue Jays. The Cubs acquired Tucker in a trade with the Houston Astros this past […]

Despite recent struggles, Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham expressed confidence in his team’s ability to finish the season strong. With the playoffs approaching, he is slated to be a key figure. Cunningham is being referred to as the best player in an upcoming first-round series against the New York Knicks, per David Dennis of ESPN’s […]

. The St. Louis Cardinals may be starting the season a little sluggish with a 5-7 record. But they have seen a strong performance from second baseman Brendan Donovan, whom the Cardinals were rumored to be trading to the Cleveland Guardians last year. Donovan is tearing it up, batting .375, with 18 hits, two home runs, and […]

Former Texas football wide receiver Isaiah Bond once boldly claimed to be the fastest player in the NFL combine last month. A month later, he is now facing accusations of being involved in a serious crime. Bond turned himself in to the Frisco police department in Frisco, Texas, on Thursday on an outstanding warrant, per […]

The Milwaukee Brewers kept their secret weapon a secret until the right moment. At the beginning of spring training, outfielder Jackson Chourio was very quiet about his goals for the year. But who would have thought he would be putting up numbers equivalent to the likes of the Great Bambino? Over a three-game stretch, Chourio […]

Four days after the UConn women’s basketball team won its 12th national championship in program history, one of its young guards decided to opt out. On Thursday, sophomore guard Qadence Samuels entered the transfer portal, per Talia Goodman of On3Sports. Samuels finished the season averaging 1.3 points and 5.1 minutes per game. Last year, Samuel […]

On Wednesday, Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki attended Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas and was caught on camera engaging in what has become a controversial celebration.  According to the Hater Report, he was seen with sports journalist Taylor Rooks happily reenacting the guns-and-grenade celebration popularized by Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant.  https://twitter.com/ClutchPoints/status/1910139504536469688 Nowitzki was smiling […]

The Toronto Raptors have one of the most rabid fan bases in the NBA. Their passion runs deep, and former Raptors players such as Fred Van Fleet speak highly of them even when playing for another team.  The team has been a significant staple in Canada since 1995, and fans clamor for the experience to […]

It is no secret that Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James sees Luka Doncic as an inspiration. That deep, abiding appreciation for what Doncic has brought to the Lakers was fully displayed during an emotional tribute from his former team.  The Lakers are in a tough battle with Doncic’s former team, the Dallas Mavericks. Before […]

The Denver Nuggets shocked the NBA after the abrupt firing of coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth. This comes as the Nuggets are the fourth seed in the Western Conference. One of those shocked by the move was NBA legend Magic Johnson. In a post on X, Johnson made his feelings known and […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers hope to snatch up Aaron Rodgers. But in the meantime, they are more than happy to welcome Colorado’s Shedeur Sanders to their facilities. On Tuesday, the Steelers officially confirmed that Sanders will be visiting on Thursday, per Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports. Sanders has been highly touted as a potential top pick in […]

It is not enough to say that Miami quarterback Cam Ward is on par with former No. 1 pick Baker Mayfield. Some are going so far as to compare him to the likes of former QB Drew Brees. Ward possesses the tangibles that made Brees a great quarterback per Chase Daniel of The Athletic. “You’ve […]

In a span of two days, Sacramento Kings forward Zach LaVine’s history-making exploits continue to amaze. One day, he achieved the most points in franchise history without any free throw attempts. The next, he outdid himself one better.  On Monday, LaVine made more history by becoming the first Kings player to score 35 points in […]

It’s funny how things can radically change in a matter of seconds. As was the case last night when the Cleveland Cavaliers showed vulnerabilities as the Eastern Conference’s top seed with a loss to the Sacramento Kings 120-113. The loss denied the Cavs a franchise record of 67 wins.  The most notable moment was when […]

After all the hype surrounding their seemingly imminent signing of Aaron Rodgers, the Pittsburgh Steelers signed someone, but it wasn’t the former New York Jets quarterback. On Monday, the Steelers surprised most by re-signing offensive lineman Calvin Anderson to a two-year contract, per Around the NFL.  Anderson has been in the NFL since 2019, playing […]

The trajectory of Golden State Warriors Draymond Green’s hard foul against LeBron James to a stellar 30-minute performance against the Denver Nuggets has been remarkable—so remarkable that Green was at a loss for words.  After the Warriors defeated the Nuggets 118-104 on Friday, Green jokingly mentioned his former teammate Klay Thompson to explain his lack […]

It was quite a Friday night for Cleveland Guardians’ Jose Ramirez, who hit three home runs in an 8-6 win over the Los Angeles Angels. He was riding so high from that feat that he responded superbly.  When asked what transpired, Ramirez provided a simple reaction that perfectly encapsulated the moment, per MLB.com.  “Home run […]

In a few weeks, Kansas City Royals slugger Vinnie Pasquantino injured his hamstring and shortly thereafter made team history.  On Friday, Pasquantino solidified his place in the history books by becoming the first Royal to hit a three-run single since George Brett in 1985, per Sarah Langs of MLB.com. The moment came in the 8th […]

After Alabama basketball was steamrolled by Duke in the Elite Eight, their sophomore forward Mouhamed Dioubate announced he wouldn’t be returning.  Dioubate entered the transfer portal on Friday, according to Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports. “I would like to thank Coach Oats and the rest of the coaching staff, all the supporting staff, and the […]

It is clear as day that Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story has come around following a minor injury sustained in spring training. So much so that he helped introduce a new fun celebration when hitting a home run at Fenway Park.  It debuted after he smashed a 364-foot three-run homer over the Green Monster […]

Though Tennessee basketball lost in the Elite Eight to Houston, they gained a new volunteer, who is now a former Maryland top guard and fellow Tennessian Ja’Kobi Gillespie, via the transfer portal.   According to Joe Tipton of On3Sports, the junior guard, born in Greeneville, officially committed to Tennessee on Friday. He entered the transfer portal […]

This year, the Los Angeles Angels have their hopes set on at least two things. First, they hope Mike Trout will have an MVP season, and the other, to keep their Los Angeles moniker from the Mayor of their former host city. Mayor Ashleigh Aitken announced on Friday her intentions to request that the team reverts […]

Since spring training, New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone had confidence in young catcher turned first baseman Ben Rice’s ability to hit the ball. That confidence was shown when he chose Rice to bat leadoff in Thursday night’s game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. When asked to explain his decision, Boone offered a simple one-word answer […]

After a stellar first year, Duke freshman Cooper Flagg is being compared to some of the greatest players in program history. As Duke enters the Final Four as favorites against Houston on Saturday, Flagg is searching for more than a national championship—he is searching for a place in history. To become one of the greatest […]

There is a feeling that Detroit Pistons forward Isaiah Stewart has revived the team’s streetball sensibilities following the recent brawl against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Stewart was one of five players who received suspensions for the melee by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. While some are reviling against what transpired, others were riveted. One of those was […]

Chicago Bears’ Ben Johnson hopes to shake things up in his first year as head coach. Even going as far as looking to take a chance on an uncanny talent. An NFL insider, Field Yates of ESPN, indicates that Johnson would “love” nothing more than to secure the talents of LSU OL/G Will Campbell. “I’m […]

It’s almost been a year since Houston Astros pitcher Cristian Javier underwent Tommy John surgery. As the Astros set a timeline for his return before the All-Star break, his absence is being felt. On Wednesday, the Astros moved Javier to the 60-day injured list to fill a roster spot, per Jake Elman of Athlon Sports. […]

After Texas A&M basketball lost Buzz Williams as head coach, one of its best players has gone to the transfer portal. Junior power forward Pharrel Payne joined the pool, per Peter Nakos of On3Sports. This season, Payne averaged 10.4 points per game and 5.1 rebounds, helping Texas A&M reach the second round of the NCAA tournament. […]

USC football has been making some major inroads in recruiting this offseason. They are on track to outpace their competitors in the recruiting class of 2026. So far, they have gotten a verbal agreement from four-star defensive lineman Jaimeon Winfield from Texas. USC also got a verbal commitment from defensive lineman Malik Brooks of St. […]

Los Angeles Lakers leader LeBron James knows a thing or two about football. James was so good in high school that his talent would drive his coaches up a wall. In fact, some believe James could have had a shot at the NFL. So when he evokes a football comparison in his analysis of the […]

Since coming to Los Angeles, Lakers guard Luka Doncic has received the utmost praise from LeBron James for his contributions. The Lakers are surging with a 46-29 record and are on the verge of locking up a top-five seed in the playoffs. Meanwhile, the Dallas Mavericks are hanging on by a thread with a 37-39 record […]

As part of the NFL’s international series, the league announced that the United Arab Emirates could become the next stop. However, NFL executive Peter O’Reilly says more work is needed per Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team.  This announcement comes at a time when the NFL is expanding its reach at a global level.  The NFL […]

Fans of the Dallas Mavericks don’t believe that “all is forgiven.” Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison has fallen victim to their ire as the Mavericks are still dazed by the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade. Before Monday’s game against the Brooklyn Nets, a fan was caught yelling at Harrison, shouting, “Fire Nico,” per @MVPLuka77 on X. […]

Former Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban is still reeling from the aftereffects of selling the team in 2023. As if that, plus Cuban’s astonishment at the trading of Luka Doncic, wasn’t enough, he is feeling the heat from a former Mavericks employee, even though the trade occurred after Cuban sold the franchise.  In a back-and-forth […]

The Texas Rangers exuded confidence in pitcher Jack Leiter to take on the Boston Red Sox on Friday. Leiter returned with a solid performance, including four strikeouts and giving up one run in five innings pitched as the Rangers won 4-1.  With one start and his first major league win under his belt, Leiter is […]

The NCAA tournament without JuJu Watkins looks unfamiliar since her ACL injury. To compensate for the loss, USC women’s basketball coach Lindsay Gottlieb has inspired the team to soldier on without their star player. All eyes will be on USC as they prepare to take on Kansas State in the Sweet 16 on Saturday night. […]

The basic definition of empathy is understanding what someone else is going through. Paige Bueckers empathizes with JuJu Watkins’ ACL tear because she endured a similar circumstance.  In January, Bueckers suffered a knee injury while going for a loose ball during a game. The injury forced her to sit out for two games.  On the […]

Just before Opening Day, the San Diego Padres made some interesting decisions regarding their roster. They cut a few players and labeled Tyler Wade and Eguy Rosario as designated for assignment. That means they each were immediately terminated from the 40-man roster. While Padres’ president of baseball operations A.J. Preller is hoping Wade stays after […]

After Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II was sidelined for the season due to a torn ligament in his left thumb, Draymond Green is asking for more from forward Jonathan Kuminga. On the latest episode of The Draymond Green Show, Green laid out exactly why he believes it is Kuminga’s time. “If I’m Jonathan […]