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Jonathan Kuminga isn’t the only restricted free agent being held up in negotiations this offseason, as Josh Giddey and the Chicago Bulls have yet to find common ground on a new contract. The main difference between Giddey’s situation and that of Kuminga with the Golden State Warriors is that all signs point to the 22-year-old […]

The Winnipeg Jets were the top team in the NHL in 2024-25, winning the Presidents’ Trophy. They fell to the Dallas Stars in the second round of the playoffs. As the club looks to progress from their last campaign, they are working through a lot of turnover. General manager Kevin Cheveldayoff had to make plenty […]

In this Madden 26 Passing guide, we’ll show you all the different passing types and which ones are the best to use. Overall, Madden 26 features four passing types to choose from, which you’ll recognize from previous entries. Additionally, we’ll go over controls, hot routes, and more to familiarize you with the system. All Passing […]

The standoff between Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors has been the main talking point of the NBA offseason and free agency. Since no team in the league has cap space other than the Brooklyn Nets, and with Kuminga being a restricted free agent, his market has been extremely limited to this point. While […]

The 2025 season marks a full-blown reset for the Jacksonville Jaguars. After limping to a 4-13 finish last year, owner Shad Khan hit the reset button. They fired general manager Trent Baalke and head coach Doug Pederson. Their replacements? GM James Gladstone, head coach Liam Coen, and Hall of Famer Tony Boselli as executive VP […]

The Washington Mystics weren’t using second-year forward Aaliyah Edwards to her full potential this season, which was an unfortunate side effect of No. 4 overall pick Kiki Iriafen’s All-Star campaign. That’s why they dealt her to the Connecticut Sun for second-year guard Jacy Sheldon and a 2026 first-round pick swap hours before the WNBA Trade […]

The Ottawa Senators broke a seven-year playoff drought in 2024-25. While they would be eliminated in the first round by the Toronto Maple Leafs, it was still a solid improvement of a season for the franchise. Now, GM Steve Staios is looking to keep improving the roster. The team was not expected to make many […]

New NBA 2K26 MyPLAYER Builder Details have been revealed, showing off new animations, archetypes, custom takeovers, and more. The new Courtside Report covers the MyPLAYER Builder experience on New Gen (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch). Without further ado, let’s see what’s new in NBA 2K26 MyPLAYER Builder this year. NBA 2K26 MyPLAYER Builder […]

Typically, winning an NBA championship means going through 82 games in the regular season before engaging in four best-of-seven series. As a result, coming away with a ring is one of the most elusive feats for any team. But due to unforeseen circumstances and external forces, the playing field has been altered on several occasions. […]

Nikola Jokic is arguably the best big man in the NBA, especially after Jokic won three NBA MVPs. He’s also a major reason as to why the Denver Nuggets are a legitimate threat in the league. Jokic dominates not with his athletic gifts. But instead, the Serbian star leans on his high IQ and ability […]

After a five-year hiatus from fighting on home soil, former UFC Lightweight Champion Charles Oliveira is set to headline UFC Fight Night 261 in Rio de Janeiro against Rafael Fiziev. The event, scheduled for October 11, 2025, at Farmasi Arena marks Oliveira’s much-anticipated return to Brazil, where he has long been one of the sport’s […]

When you have one of the best players in the world, competing for titles becomes part of the expectations. Nathan MacKinnon and the Colorado Avalanche do have one Stanley Cup victory in their time together, but they have fallen short each of the past three seasons. There has been one major need in each of […]

The Denver Broncos are ready to get back to the playoffs during the 2025 NFL season. Denver shocked the NFL by making the postseason in 2024 during Bo Nix’s impressive rookie season. Unfortunately, they got kicked around by the Bills in the first round. But there are plenty of reasons why the Broncos should have […]

For a fourth straight season, the Los Angeles Kings fell in the first round of the playoffs to the Edmonton Oilers. The franchise did not bring back Rob Blake as the general manager, bringing in Ken Holland to attempt to solve the Oilers conundrum. He made some solid offseason moves to help the Kings move […]

Khamzat Chimaev has revealed his ambitious plans to become the UFC’s first-ever three-division champion. Fresh off a strong winning streak and with a championship bout against Dricus Du Plessis looming at UFC 319, Chimaev is already looking beyond the middleweight belt, eyeing titles in the welterweight and light heavyweight classes as well. “Jack Della Maddalena […]

The Golden State Warriors have only one thing in mind heading into the 2025-26 season: to win a title. While things haven’t exactly been moving for the Warriors this offseason, with the Jonathan Kuminga situation putting a pause on their dealings in free agency. In fact, the long rumored Al Horford signing hasn’t been finalized […]

Heading into the 2025 NFL season, the Philadelphia Eagles more or less have their depth chart locked. Returning 10 of their 11 offensive starters from their 2024 Super Bowl run, both their kicker and punter, and a deep defensive depth chart groomed to take on bigger roles this fall, the Eagles have a few interesting […]

The Texas Rangers were on the fence prior to the Major League Baseball trade deadline. Their record hinted that they should have sold veterans like Adolis Garcia to the highest bidder. Instead, Rangers president Chris Young went all-in to make the most of what could be Bruce Bochy’s final season managing. Unfortunately, he did not […]

The world of HBCU football is rich with history and tradition. As fans, we often debate and chronicle the greatest programs in our own ways. This offseason, a recurring conversation has revolved around creating tiers for the blue bloods of college football. While I’ve always been consistent in my sports fandom, I typically avoid making […]

The New Jersey Devils once again fell in the playoffs to the Carolina Hurricanes. The team was not looking for a complete overhaul this summer, though. While it was disappointing to exit the playoffs early, the team was also without Jack Hughes, their star player. General manager Tom Fitzgerald has built a roster that can […]

The Seattle Seahawks are an intriguing team as the 2025 season approaches, as head coach Mike Macdonald gets ready for his second season as the lead man in the Pacific Northwest. The Seahawks nearly snuck into the postseason in 2024 thanks to a defense that improved dramatically as the season went along, but a disastrous […]

The Milwaukee Brewers are 9-1 in their last ten games ahead of the series finale against the Atlanta Braves. Even though manager Pat Murphy had to send Jackson Chourio to the injured list with a leg injury, the Brewers have succeeded. With him out of the lineup, William Contreras and Christian Yelich have stepped up. […]

The Anaheim Ducks have had a busy 2025 NHL offseason. They started the 2025 NHL offseason with a bang by trading for Chris Kreider. Once the free agency period started, the team whiffed on several big signings. But the Ducks signed Mikael Granlund to a three-year contract, adding some scoring to their team. Despite these […]

The Seattle Mariners had a great trade deadline, trading for Eugenio Suarez to improve their batting order. Now, things look great after the 2025 MLB trade deadline. But there is still some work to do. For one, the Mariners’ lineup has to gel. This Mariners offense has a lot of positives and negatives. But to […]

The San Francisco 49ers had a season to forget, as injuries and tragedy caused them to fall to 6-11 and miss the playoffs. Now, they hope to bounce back and thrive in the 2025 NFL season. As always, 49ers training camp has had its share of drama. From Jauan Jennings requesting a new contract with […]

No matter how you view his career, there is no denying that Russell Westbrook was one of the most impactful and influential players of his prime era. Although he may not have won a championship, Westbrook helped redefine the point guard position, and the 2016-17 NBA MVP will forever go down as the triple-double king. […]

Things went as badly for the Indianapolis Colts as they could have last season. Unfortunately, they dealt with a plethora of injuries that derailed their playoff hopes. There is hope that the 2025 NFL season could be better, and the vibes are positive at Colts training camp. But several Colts first-stringers are battling to keep […]

The Buffalo Sabres have etched themselves into NHL history. With 14 straight seasons and counting of not making the playoffs, they have the longest such streak in NHL history by four seasons. They are also six campaigns away from tying the record for the longest time between postseason playoff series wins, currently sitting at 18 […]

The Phoenix Suns have once again dramatically retooled their roster. In a blockbuster summer that featured the departure of Kevin Durant, the team returned key assets in Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, and Mark Williams, while adding exciting young prospects like Khaman Maluach, Rasheer Fleming, and Koby Brea in the 2025 NBA Draft. With Devin Booker […]

The Minnesota Wild have been a consistent playoff contender, built via strong draft classes and timely trades. This summer would be no different, as they made minimal free agent signings. Instead, they focused on their current talent acquired through the draft and trades, while adding depth via a new addition. The team may not be […]

New NBA 2K26 Details on Presentation have arrived, showing off new things like Dynamic Banners, a new commentator, improved Arena visuals, and much more. This year, developer Visual Concepts wanted to continue and improve the authenticity of the game. And while things like ProPLAY make player movement feel realistic, they also want to improve the […]

The Detroit Lions are ready to compete ahead of the 2025 NFL season. Detroit had a dominant 2024 regular season, but it did not lead to any postseason success. Now the Lions are under more pressure than ever to get back to the playoffs and start stacking wins. Thankfully, there is almost no team in […]

The Brooklyn Nets have officially turned the page on the superteam era this offseason. With no more Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, or James Harden drama to navigate, the franchise is fully embracing a new identity, one focused on young talent development and long-term flexibility. Led by a mix of promising rookies, breakout candidates, and veteran […]

The Portland Trail Blazers are finally moving forward, at least on paper. After four consecutive seasons without a playoff appearance, they’ve pivoted toward a new identity that blends the promise of youth with the leadership of veterans. The return of Damian Lillard, the acquisition of Jrue Holiday, and the selection of Chinese phenom Yang Hansen […]

It’s crazy to think that it has been three years since the first season of Netflix’s Jenna Ortega-led Wednesday series premiered, and now Season 2 is here. Picking up after Nevermore’s summer vacation, Wednesday Addams (Jenna Ortega) is back, ready to solve more mysteries. Her brother, Pugsley (Isaac Ordonez), is entering his first year at […]

Patrick Allvin has had a tumultuous ride as the GM of the Vancouver Canucks. After taking over in January 2022, he would make some moves, and the team would make the playoffs in 2023-24. Still, 2024-25 would see a step back, locker room strife, and the trade of JT Miller. He has brought in a […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers enter the 2025-26 NBA season with arguably the most pressure of any team in the Eastern Conference. Despite finishing first in the East last season and boasting an All-Star-laden core, the Cavs once again fell short in the playoffs. And now, with their payroll ballooning beyond the second apron, the NBA’s harshest […]

The Dallas Mavericks emerged from the 2025 NBA offseason with bold intentions. After a season marred by injuries and an early exit in the Play-In Tournament, the front office pushed to reshape the roster into one capable of contending in a crowded Western Conference. On paper, they accomplished quite a bit. Dallas landed the No. […]

A new College Football 26 Update arrives today, adding new Mascots while making several improvements to Gameplay and more. Overall, this update focuses on improving blocking, coverage, and playbooks. Additionally, the update also makes improvements to key modes like Dynasty and Road To Glory. Without further ado, let’s see what else is new in the […]