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The Madden 21 player ratings have yet again heard some words of disappointment from the players. Many of the snubbed players are left scratching their heads and searching for answers. Their lower-than-expected ratings in the game should only add an extra chip on their shoulders heading into the upcoming season. Here are the top 10 […]

NBA fans often like to ponder “what if” scenarios. What if Derrick Rose didn’t tear his ACL in the 2012 playoffs? What if the Warriors lost to the Thunder in the 2016 Western Conference Finals? How about if Shaq and Kobe never broke up? These are just some of the biggest “what ifs” in NBA […]

Kids who watch NBA games in the 90’s would instantly see the stark difference of the game back then from the game they see now. Today’s NBA is heavily reliant on 3-point shooting, floor spacing, and versatility on both sides of the court. However, nearly thirty years ago, in fact — even ten years ago […]

The Golden State Warriors had an absolutely horrendous 2019-20 campaign. So much so that they were perhaps one of the few teams that would have been more than happy if the season got cancelled altogether. The good news for the Warriors is that their suffering doesn’t look like it’s going to last more than a […]

We’ve all heard and seen some of the most highly-touted NBA rookies completely failing to live up to the high expectations everyone had on them. These are usually some of the most disheartening narratives not only for the players themselves but for the franchises as well. That’s certainly not what we have for you today. […]

The first decade of the new millennium belonged to two teams: the Los Angeles Lakers and the San Antonio Spurs. To be more specific, they were primarily dominated by two superstars in Kobe Bryant of the Lakers and Tim Duncan of the Spurs. That’s why we’re about to look at NBA stars who never won […]

Robert Horry is truly one of the most celebrated role players in NBA history. The retired 6-foot-9 forward, after all, won a total of 7 Larry O’Brien trophies with three different franchises. Horry also never missed the postseason throughout his entire 16-year career. To be clear, Horry was never considered a superstar and he didn’t […]

Only 10 players in NBA history can say they thoroughly dominated a season from start to finish. Sure, there are a bevy of players who have won championships and put up stellar numbers in the regular season and playoffs, but only 10 NBA legends can say they won MVP and Finals MVP in the same […]

The Washington football team is in a lot of trouble at the moment, and owner Dan Snyder is right in the middle of it all. Reports have come out against the team. Allegations of sexual harassment and verbal abuse. Those allegations are against people very close to the owner, as well as a few other […]

The Milwaukee Bucks have a long history as being an NBA franchise needing to build their various successful teams through the draft and shrewd moves on the trade market. Despite a solid history of drafting stars and high-quality role players, there has also been a fair share of draft busts. Let’s look at five of […]

If you think about it, screwing the pooch in the NBA Draft is quite normal. That’s because people can only speculate on a player’s potential heading into a league of trained professionals. Essentially, it’s almost even a casino as you just hope that you bet on the right players to include in your team. Therefore, […]

Since Dan Snyder and his group bought the NFL’s Washington Redskins back in 1999 for $800 million, the team has been less than impressive and that’s putting it lightly. In the past two decades under Snyder’s leadership, Washington’s regular season has been 142 win, 193 losses, and one tie that equates to a dismal 42 […]

A lot of the time, the team that wins the NBA championship is not exactly well-liked. I don’t think anyone outside of Los Angeles was rooting for the Lakers during all of their titles runs, and Michael Jordan’s Bulls certainly had their fair share of haters around the nation. But every once in a while, […]

The 2020 Green bay Packers could use one of the wide receivers on this list. After a 13-3 regular season that ended in an NFC Championship loss, the Packers failed to get Aaron Rodgers a weapon in the draft. Davante Adams will once again be the Packers’ No. 1 option. They added Devin Funchess on […]

When you think Chicago Bears, you don’t really think passing game. They always been more of a running team especially during the times of Neal Anderson, Matt Forte, and of course Walter Payton. Even when they did throw the ball, it would still end up in the hands of their top running backs. and that’s […]

The Dallas Mavericks always seem to be involved with big-name free agents. However, they always strike out. There was even some talk that they were trying to lure Kawhi Leonard this past summer, but obviously, that did not work out. But that could change in 2021 when Giannis Antetokounmpo hits the open market. Assuming the […]

One of the benefits of not being invited to the Florida bubble is the fact that these NBA teams — aka the “Delete 8” — have been afforded more time to prepare for next season. It’s not exactly the best situation to be in, but at this point, we need to look at the silver […]

The NBA Finals is the biggest stage in basketball. Only select few ever get to this stage, and it has seen iconic moments of triumph, defeat, glory, anguish, and—most importantly—greatness. Today’s we’re going to take a look at the best NBA Finals ever, ranked for your pleasure. Some NBA Finals series are better remembered than […]

LeBron James is one of the biggest names in the NBA of all time. He has been the face of the league for a significant period, and his global popularity remains unmatched. So much so, that even what he eats becomes the stuff of news headlines. Take for instance the “Taco Tuseday” trend he started […]

NBA commissioner Adam Silver and the rest of his team have worked hard to try to ensure that the 2019-20 season would be able to reach its much-anticipated conclusion in spite of the coronavirus pandemic. We will soon see if this feat can be pulled off or not. As we all know, all NBA games […]

At this point, Devin Booker, Donovan Mitchell, Victor Oladipo, your best friend’s favorite player, and the head of your grandparents’ weekly bingo get-together have been mentioned as trade possibilities for the New York Knicks. Regardless of who’s potentially available for the right price, trading for a star shouldn’t be in the cards for the Knicks […]

In a perfect world, predictions would be so easy to make. If injuries don’t happen and if everyone stays on the team, the Milwaukee Bucks are likely to win the most NBA championships in the 2020s. While they’re certainly not yet in the same sentence as the recently concluded Warriors dynasty, they have the personnel […]

The list of NBA players who failed to win a title during their career is filled with some of the best players to ever step on the hardwood. Charles Barkley became the “Round Mound of Rebound” and one of the most revolutionary figures in the sport. Karl Malone and John Stockton came to define the […]

Did the Minnesota Vikings add their next great wide receiver in the offseason? They are hoping that is the case when they selected LSU product Justin Jefferson in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft. The Vikings are a team with a rich history of great receivers—and Jefferson could be next in line. The […]

With NBA teams now inside the Disney World bubble, players have began providing updates on how their first few days have been inside the isolated facility. As it appears, the overwhelming reaction we’ve all been seeing from the players themselves all seem to be rant-related. A fair amount of players have not exactly taken well […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have an identity as a hard-nosed franchise. Today, however, we’re going to talk about a position not traditionally known for its toughness. Rather, it’ll be about the best Steelers receivers in Pittsburgh history. Indeed, the Steelers dynasty of the 1970s became known as the “Steel Curtain” with fearsome defensive players like Jack […]

The Dallas Cowboys came to existence in 1960 and began their rich history under head coach Tom Landry. Over the years, the Cowboys have employed legendary coaches, Hall of Fame quarterbacks, and champions all around. They are hoping for the same luck in the future. The Cowboys recently signed Amari Cooper to a five-year, $100 […]

Even the most avid of NBA fans are unable to keep a mental record of every team all the greats have ever played in. That’s just impossible. This is especially the case when these stints are rather forgettable or possibly short-lived. Aside from Shaquille O’Neal, Dwight Howard, and Penny Hardaway, a few more stars played […]

The Charlotte Hornets have encountered quite an interesting legacy and historical lineage over the years as the Eastern Conference franchise has rebranded more than a few times. Whether it was the Charlotte Hornets, Charlotte Bobcats, New Orleans Hornets, or once again the Charlotte Hornets, one thing remains the same — this franchise has had a […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are not exactly a marquee NBA franchise. Since entering the league in 1989, the Timberwolves have made it past the first round of the playoffs just once. What’s more, they have only made one postseason appearance since 2004. But that doesn’t mean some fine players haven’t come and go through the organization. […]

The resumption of the 2019-20 NBA campaign is closing in, and even if the playoffs won’t be as intense as usual, they will still occur. That means a champion will eventually be crowned. But in these strange times, which teams are under the most pressure to get it done in 2020? Here are the three […]

Tom Brady is out and Cam Newton is ready to take over the New England Patriots’ offense. The Pats have had a number quality players grace Foxborough through the years and as one MVP quarterback’s era end, another one gets to start anew. But before the spotlight is thrust back onto Cam and  how Head […]

From Walter Payton to Brian Urlacher, the Chicago Bears have rostered some great players throughout their history, including some who found most of their success with other teams. Here are five players you may have forgotten played for Chicago. 5. Santonio Holmes, 2014 A first-round pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2006, Holmes was a […]

The Baltimore Ravens had an incredible run the past two seasons and they don’t plan on slowing down any time soon. John Harbaugh’s team won back to back AFC North Division titles and made major strides the past two years. Last year, the Ravens finished with a franchise best 14 wins in the regular season. […]

Despite having won just one NBA championship in their existence, the Portland Trail Blazers still boast a history of iconic players. Some of their most prominent superstars include Bill Walton (led the team to their only title in 1977), Clyde Drexler (led Portland to two NBA Finals appearances in the 1990s), and current superstar Damian […]

Coaches are key in the NBA. They bring out the abilities of every player on the team and stir their team to a championship. There is no question that one of the greatest coaches in league history is Phil Jackson. Jackson has won 229 postseason games, which is the most of any coach. These playoff […]

Isiah Thomas, Joe Dumars, Chauncey Billups, Chris Webber. These are just some of the biggest names that have made their mark on the Detroit Pistons franchise history. If you singled out Webber on the above list, then you probably didn’t know or perhaps completely forgot that the renowned 6-foot-9 big man actually once dawned the […]

Despite their inability to win an NBA title, the Phoenix Suns remain one of the most popular and recognizable basketball teams in the world. The team has employed an exciting style for years and have employed a lot of memorable players form multiple generations. Former MVPs Steve Nash and Charles Barkley are usually the first […]

The Minnesota Vikings have been a powerhouse in the NFC. They’ve won 20 division titles and managed to make it to the playoffs 30 times since entering the NFL in 1960. Though they’ve had quite a number of celebrated Hall of Famers wear their colors and take the field, there have also been a handful […]