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The National Football League has released their schedule last Thursday, giving starved and hungry sports fans some much-needed excitement. With the 2020 season nearly here, and the NFL schedule being released, here are the 10 must-watch games every fan has to consume. 10. Bengals vs Dolphins (Week 13)  It’s Joe Burrow vs Tua Tagovailoa! The […]

In its earliest years of existence, the NBA consisted of players who hailed mostly from the United States. Now, however, thanks in large part to the Dream Team and a global media market, the league has gained worldwide fame and recognition. Basically, European NBA players is not new. In this piece, we’ll take a look […]

Since becoming a professional team back in 1970, the Cleveland Cavaliers have an overall record of 1,867-2,168. The Cavs franchise has made the playoffs 22 times and captured one championship. That came back in 2016 when LeBron James, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love guided the club to the title over the 73-9 Golden State Warriors. […]

Two names defined the second half of the 2010s: Stephen Curry and LeBron James. LeBron Goat is usually just something people say, but what if there’s more to the story? Is it LeBron or Steph? Is Steph Curry better than LeBron? With the two as the main faces of four consecutive NBA Finals from 2015 […]

As storied a franchise as the Green Bay Packers are, they have been able to develop an interesting set of rivals during their history. Dating back to 1919, the Packers have had a professional football franchise, and they have come a very long way since their inception. In 1921, the Green Bay-Chicago rivalry was launched, […]

Revenge games are one of the most exciting and anticipated games in an NFL schedule. It’s not about just winning when it comes to these clashes, it’s also about sending a message or proving a point. And with all 256 games now being released by the NFL, players, coaches, and fans alike can now start […]

In a perfect world, the Indiana Pacers ride off into the sunset with Victor Oladipo leading the way. At the same time, not everything can be perfect, and there’s merit behind the Pacers moving their All-Star guard. According to SNY’s Ian Begley, Oladipo and the Pacers hit a stalemate after the team offered him a […]

The Houston Rockets have had plenty of elite-caliber players pass through their organization since their early days in the late ’60s and ’70s. The list at small forward is slim, though, with only five players who can claim the right to be considered among the cream of the crop. These are the best five small forwards […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has hit the court with a number of talented players over the course of his 17 seasons in the NBA. Along the way, the Akron, Ohio native has claimed three championships, but he has had some help. In this piece, we’ll take a look back at LeBron James’ greatest […]

Tim Duncan and Kobe Bryant — along with Kevin Garnett — have been elected to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in one of the most star-studded Hall of Fame classes in NBA history. We know that Duncan and Bryant are two of the greatest players of their era and two of the greatest players […]

Hall of Fame defensive tackle Warren Sapp was a polarizing figure in the National Football League. His brash persona, his rough and sometimes dirty style of play, and the incessant trash talking either brought in fans wanting more, or rubbed them the wrong way. But the one undeniable thing is that when Sapp was on […]

With Super Bowl LIV certainly exceeding all expectations as the Kansas City Chiefs came all the way back to defeat the San Francisco 49ers, Super Bowl LV can only hope to reach such a threshold in February 2021. With the 2020-21 campaign slated to crown the eventual Super Bowl LV Champion, there are definitely a […]

With the 2020 NFL Draft having come and gone and teams having made rookie additions to their squads, the Green Bay Packers seemingly made questionable decision after questionable decision when making their selections. While planning for the future and addressing the desired offensive changes to become more of a run-centric offense, their draft outcomes produced […]

Born as an expansion team in 1970, the Cleveland Cavaliers are a relatively young NBA franchise. Since then, several talented players have worn the Wine and Gold. In this piece, we’ll take a look back at the team’s best free agent signings. 6. Anthony Parker Parker joined the Cavs in the later stages of his […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers set themselves up for greatness when they selected a 19-year-old LeBron James as the first overall pick in 2003. He has since become one of the greatest to ever play the game, and is without a doubt the best draft pick in Cavs history. So who else made it to our list […]

The United States Men’s’ Basketball program has sent plenty of formidable squads in international competition over the years. To this day, however, no one still comes close to the greatness and star power of the 1992 ensemble aptly dubbed as the Dream Team. That squad, after all, featured three of the most prominent NBA talents […]

Despite being a long-suffering franchise, the Arizona Cardinals have boasted a slew of great NFL players. There are some seasons when the Cardinals had moments making smart decisions in acquiring players via free-agency. Sadly, none of their free-agent signings throughout their history brought in a Super Bowl title in Arizona (yet), but a few notable […]

The Los Angeles Clippers franchise has a legitimate shot to win its first NBA championship during the 2019-20 season, if it continues. Having a good team and a chance to win is unfortunately not something the franchise or its fans have been able to get used to on a consistent basis. That is, until the […]

The AFC West is one of the most interesting divisions in the NFL after the NFL Draft. Well, after the Kansas City Chiefs, anyway. Let’s be real: everyone and their goldfish knows that the Chiefs are going to win the AFC West yet again, but the rest of the division as far as Wild Card […]

The NFC South has undergone one heck of a makeover this offseason, particularly under center. For the first time since 2010, Cam Newton will not be at quarterback for the Carolina Panthers at the start of the season. Meanwhile, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have brought in legendary signal-caller Tom Brady. The Buccaneers’ move to land […]

There was a time when Charles Oakley was one of the most beloved figures in New York. Heck, that was a just a few months ago. Now, Oakley is sullying his reputation in The Big Apple so badly that some New York Knicks fans are beginning to side with James Dolan in Oakley’s feud with […]

Many greats have come through the Boston Celtics organization, being one of the oldest franchises in league history. Yet the Celtics’ small forward depth chart is slim, with only five players who could claim the right to be among the best to don the Celtics green and white. These are the top five small forwards […]

There is no denying that Team USA is the most dominant national squad, period. This has been the case since the inception of the famed 1992 “Dream Team” (and perhaps even earlier), and as is the case to this very day. Below we have rounded out the five best Team USA squads ever formed. 5. […]

As great as Michael Jordan was for the Chicago Bulls, he also played with several amazing teammates over the years. Toni Kukoc may not get the same recognition as Scottie Pippen or Dennis Rodman, but he was vital for the Bulls’ second three-peat from 1996-98. The 6-foot-11 Croatian was indeed a player ahead of his […]

The Los Angeles Lakers franchise is one of the most prolific in sports history. Since relocating to Los Angeles in 1960, they’ve often depended on Hollywood allure to build dynasties, enabling them to acquire Westward-looking stars in deals that either seem lopsided in the moment or in retrospect. The franchise has traded for many superstars […]

The Los Angeles Rams have a storied history with decades of impactful moments and impressive wins, especially over the course of the last 20 years. With multiple Super Bowl appearances and NFC titles ultimately culminating in just one, though, memorable, Super Bowl win, the Rams have had more than a few talented players suit up […]

Episodes 5 and 6 of “The Last Dance” delved into plenty of subjects, exploring a wide gamut of Michael Jordan antics, his relationships with fellow players, and his ultimate desire to become the best player alive. Here are six of the best things that took place in these episodes of “The Last Dance.” Kobe on […]

The 2020 NFL Draft is a thing of the past, with media and fans alike breaking down how accurate their mock drafts were. While teams shift their attention to next season, people that are addicted to producing mock drafts will begin looking forward to the 2021 NFL Draft. Seeing that the 2021 NFL Draft isn’t […]

There are a lot of factors that go into winning an NBA championship. In basketball, the need for a superstar or superstars to build around is a must. Likewise, surrounding those franchise cornerstones with the right role players is key to building a championship contender. Moreover, having the right coach with the right system in […]

Kevin Durant is one of the best talents of his generation. He has pretty much done it all in his career: Rookie of the Year, All-Star, scoring champion, All-NBA squad, MVP, Finals MVP, All-Star MVP, and NBA champion. There is also no denying, however, that throughout his decorated career, the 6-foot-10 forward has gotten a […]

If the NBA decides to play the postseason at some point this year, the Memphis Grizzlies will be the eighth seed in the Western Conference. This derives from the astounding growth of their young core which includes stud rookie Ja Morant, Dillon Brooks, Jaren Jackson Jr., and veteran center Jonas Valanciunas, among others. However, what […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are a pretty recent franchise. They are, in fact, the youngest franchise in the NBA today, having been in existence for just 18 years. As such, it is safe to say that this team currently does not have much history behind it — especially compared to the other franchises that have […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves made their NBA debut in 1989 and celebrated their 30-year anniversary in the 2018-19 season. However, there hasn’t really been much to celebrate about given the gloomy three-plus decades the franchise has experienced. Having made the playoffs just nine times, including eight through the Kevin Garnett era from 1997 to 2004, the […]

Much like any other NBA team, the Indiana Pacers have also had their fair share of dark times in their history. There have been some ups, but certainly a good number of down moments as well. Below we highlight five of the most heartbreaking moments in the history of the Indiana Pacers. MJ a member […]

Bad luck seems to always follow the Portland Trail Blazers throughout history. Don’t get it wrong, the team enjoyed success and has managed to stay as contenders through the years in the competitive Western Conference. However, looking at the past news about the Blazers, they somehow suffer a cruel fate right when they are primed […]

Many people are turning to video games to be a useful outlet for not having any live sports during the ongoing pandemic, and the famed NBA Jam game is a perfect source of entertainment for NBA fans everywhere. If you are looking for a PC version of this game, ArcadeSpot offers a great option that […]

The NBA Draft Lottery has not been kind to multiple franchises. After introducing the weighted odds in 1990, the NBA has seen plenty of bad-but-not-the-worst teams grab the first overall selection in drafts while the worst teams suffer the ill-fated luck. Provided that the NBA announced it’s postponing the originally scheduled May 19 draft lottery […]

On March 11, 2020, Adam Silver became a pioneer of sorts — the first commissioner of a major sports league to put a halt on its season. It only stands to reason he continues that precedent by taking the gut-wrenching but necessary decision to cancel the remainder of the 2019-20 NBA season. It’s now been […]

NBA basketball in the 2000s has its share of detractors because of the style of play, but it deserves appreciation because there was still greatness every single night. The studs who played within the era speak for themselves, from Kobe Bryant to Kevin Garnett to Tim Duncan to LeBron James to a host of others […]