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After the Miami Heat Summer League debut of Kasparas Jakucionis, it was no doubt a frustrating one for the rookie as he scored three points on making one of seven from the field, which included missing all four attempts from three-point range. As Jakucionis was taken by the Heat with the 20th overall pick in […]

After the Heat selected Kasparas Jakucionis with the 20th overall pick in the most recent draft, there were some high expectations for the player out of the University of Illinois to perform right away in the NBA Summer League. While the Heat rookie is no doubt excited to improve and contribute, it won’t always be […]

As the New York Knicks found their new head coach in Mike Brown, the goal now is to build a staff ahead of next season after the firing of Tom Thibodeau. While it remains to be seen what Knicks assistant coaches remain around Brown, the same question is around the Phoenix Suns as Jordan Ott […]

With the rumors surrounding the New York Yankees ahead of the trade deadline at the end of July, there are key positions that the team is looking to address. Especially with the Yankees on a six-game losing streak as of Saturday after the 12-6 loss to the New York Mets, a new report has their […]

While the future of LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers have been in question ever since the comments made from his representation about doing the best for himself in wanting to compete, there has been vitriol towards the 40-year-old. Even after the Lakers star James opted into his $52.6 million player option, there would […]

As Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs lost to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl 59 earlier this year, it was no doubt a disappointing effort as the opponent dominated in every aspect. With the Chiefs filling out the roster for the upcoming season, looking to redeem themselves after the Super Bowl loss, Kelce […]

While the Miami Heat only had the 2oth pick in the most recent NBA Draft, selecting Kasparas Jakucionis out of Illinois, the team would also make a key undrafted free agent signing in center Vladislav Goldin. With the Heat looking to free agency and the trade market for a possible acquisition, Goldin is part of […]

With the championship-winning Oklahoma City Thunder enjoying the offseason, it’s crucial to look at the aspects that have led the team to a title, including one key acquisition being big man Isaiah Hartenstein. As the Thunder lock in their players on new contracts, with possibly Hartenstein shortly, the center also speaks on originally coming to […]

As the Houston Astros are dealing with injuries to stars such as Yordan Alvarez, it doesn’t stop there, as it also includes outfielder Chas McCormick, though there is positive news on that front. While some speculate that the Astros outfielder in McCormick should be on the trade block, he looks to turn around his season, […]

There was no doubt a feeling of excitement when the San Francisco Giants traded for Rafael Devers, previously with the Boston Red Sox, but it’s safe to say that the results so far have been a bit underwhelming. As the Giants’ star in Devers has been dealing with a groin injury as of late, he […]

As there was some heat thrown at Indiana Fever’s Sophie Cunningham for speaking about the WNBA expansion teams and how players potentially wouldn’t be interested in the cities, she has clarified her recent comments. The Fever star in Cunningham would speak about Detroit and Cleveland getting teams, which led to an uproar from fans, but […]

While the Kansas City Royals are looking at the trade market to see where the team can improve before the deadline later in the month, there is one player that they are reportedly interested in. As some Royals players could be on the trade block, the latest from Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic states that […]

With San Francisco Giants star Justin Verlander coming off paternity leave just recently, the pitcher is ready to turn his season around and go back to his elite ways. As the Giants look to improve through the trade deadline, the team also looks for improvement from the players currently on the roster, including Verlander, as […]

While the Los Angeles Lakers signed center DeAndre Ayton, obtaining a starting center that was needed coming out of last season, the biggest storyline has been around star LeBron James. With all the rumors surrounding the Lakers and James, this NBA insider provides a certain scenario that would be questionable for the team. After James […]

As the Chicago Bulls have been in rumors for Jonathan Kuminga, there has been speculation on what a possible sign-and-trade would look like involving the Golden State Warriors. While the Bulls have been active with trades and free agency, a pursuit of Kuminga would be significant, but a team insider has temporarily shot down the […]

As the Pittsburgh Steelers traded for Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith, the team, in effect, would deal Minkah Fitzpatrick to the Miami Dolphins, which garnered a shocking reaction from Cameron Heyward. While the Steelers look to further improve their team ahead of the upcoming season, Heyward would speak more about the blockbuster trade and losing […]

With the Miami Heat’s Duncan Robinson declining his $20 million early termination option to become a free agent, there has been speculation whether both parties would discuss a new contract or will each side will move on. As there have already been rumors surrounding the Heat’s dynamic three-point shooter, it has been reported that Robinson’s […]

With the Cleveland Browns having a quarterback battle between four players, there is one that will be on the sidelines for most, if not the whole season, in Deshaun Watson. While the headlines surround Browns signal-caller Shedeur Sanders, it’s been reported that Watson has had an impact on all four players behind the scenes. Besides […]

With the Miami Heat having questions around their players like Duncan Robinson, the next target for the team in free agency could have potentially been revealed in Tuesday’s shocking events. As the Heat are re-signing Davion Mitchell, the team could look to add to its backcourt in the form of Damian Lillard. On Tuesday, ESPN’s […]

After the Miami Dolphins traded tight end Jonnu Smith and cornerback Jalen Ramsey, there was speculation on how the team would replace the outgoing players. While rumors were swirling around tight ends the Dolphins were pursuing, it looks like the answer has been solved as the team will trade for Darren Waller from the New […]

After the Pittsburgh Steelers traded for Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith from the Miami Dolphins, it appears that the team won’t be done making moves to improve the team. While the Steelers have been monitoring free agents, here’s an area where the team will look to add to after the blockbuster trade. In exchange for […]

With the rumors surrounding Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith, there has been speculation regarding what the future looks like for the 32-year-old. The Lakers’ power forward in Finney-Smith declined his player option worth $15.4 million, meaning he will hit the open market, though that may not be the worst outcome for the team. While […]

With Aaron Rodgers commanding the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offense for the upcoming season, it is also a crucial conversation to have about the long-term future at the position. As Rodgers hinted at his retirement after this Steelers season, the team could look to the NFL Draft for a signal-caller, which is exactly what ESPN analyst Matt […]

As the Cleveland Browns are going through a quarterback battle with four options on the table, two of them selected in the most recent NFL Draft, there’s an analyst who believes the team will select another signal-caller next season. While the Browns quarterback room is highlighted by Shedeur Sanders, among others, ESPN’s Matt Miller can […]

As the Pittsburgh Steelers and star T.J. Watt are in contract negotiations, there has been speculation that has followed it of the possibility of dealing the impact player. After the Steelers made the move to trade for Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith from the Miami Dolphins, there doesn’t seem to be any gusto in moving […]

After the Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James opted into his player option, there were interesting comments made from agent Rich Paul about understanding the team wanting to build for the future, but how the goal for the star is to compete in the present time. The comments from the Lakers star’s representation confused ESPN’s Brian […]

Amidst the rumors around Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal, the team made a few moves by signing Collin Gillespie to a new contract and deciding to not retain Cody Martin, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania and John Gambadoro, respectively. After the Suns traded Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets, there have been questions if Beal […]

With the rumors surrounding Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James and his representation saying that his goal is to compete right now for a championship, there is speculation around who the team can add to make them better. As there are rumors around James being traded from the Lakers, Bill Simmons has an idea on […]

With all the trade buzz surrounding cornerback Jalen Ramsey, the Miami Dolphins have finally made the trade as the star is being dealt to the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to the player himself on X, formerly Twitter. While it seemed that the speculation around the Steelers and Ramsey was shot down, the result looks different as […]

After Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James exercised his player option for next season, valued at $53 million, there have been some questions about whether the player is fully sold on the direction of the team. As some fans believe James might want a trade from the Lakers, there has been no communication of that […]

With all the rumors around the Milwaukee Bucks and Bobby Portis, a lot of those can be put to rest as Shams Charania of ESPN reports that both sides have come to an agreement on a contract. Despite some pondering trade ideas for the Bucks forward in Portis, he will sign a three-year $44 million […]

After Tyrese Haliburton suffered an Achilles injury in the NBA Finals that shattered the team’s chances at the franchise’s first championship, it was no doubt a saddening event for the basketball world. As Haliburton would assure Pacers fans that he will be ready to come back hungrier than ever, we also get a more recent […]

After the Phoenix Suns traded Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets, the basketball world has wondered if Bradley Beal would be next to be dealt, as he’s been in talks in the past. As it was rumored that the Suns are done with Beal due to the disappointing performance and huge contract, Jake Fischer would […]

With the news that the Miami Heat are bringing back Davion Mitchell on a $24 million contract, the question has arisen about what direction star Duncan Robinson and the team will take. As there have been rumors surrounding the Heat’s pursuit of players in free agency, there has been a path a little clearer regarding […]

As John Mateer prepares for his first season with the Oklahoma football team, he is looking to take the talents he had from Washington State and bring them to his new squad. With fans predicting the wins and losses from Oklahoma football’s schedule, Mateer is no doubt going to be crucial to the team’s success […]

After Bojan Bogdanovic was waived by the Brooklyn Nets back in February without ever playing a game for the team, the 36-year-old has announced that he will be retiring from the game of basketball. Bogdanovic would suffer from a foot injury that required several surgeries, which meant that the last team he played a game […]

After the Cleveland Cavaliers signed Sam Merrill to a new contract, there seems to be some notions that the team won’t retain Ty Jerome this summer, leading to his departure. On top of the Cavs also trading for Lonzo Ball for Isaac Okoro, there’s more evidence that the Sixth Man of the Year finalist is […]

With an important offseason for Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, the superstar has made a decision regarding a player option in his contract. While the basketball world always talks about James and his possible retirement, ESPN’s Shams Charania has reported that the 40-year-old has exercised his $52.6 million player option for next season. “Breaking: […]

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat drafting Kasparas Jakucionis with the 20th pick in the first round of the NBA Draft on Wednesday, there has already been buzz about how the 19-year-old will impact the team. As Jakucionis joins Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo on the Heat, among others, there is a real possibility that […]