Editorials Articles - Page 497

The final week of the 2023-24 NBA regular season is here. As weird as it is to say, the playoffs are about to begin. This season has been a whirlwind, and as the playoffs approach, the headlines are not about which teams are surging before postseason play but about those teams that are beginning to […]

The 2024 NCAA Tournament National Championship game is here. The Purdue basketball team faces UConn as the Huskies try and repeat as national champions. Zach Edey was named the Player of the Year for the second straight season as he has paced the Boilermakers to a thrilling Final Four run. Just a year ago, this […]

The future of Lakers star LeBron James has been often debated this season, but it appears we have more clarity on what he wants. LeBron James holds a $51.4 million player option, but according to Brian Windhorst on The Hoop Collective podcast, he intends to decline his current deal mainly to secure a no-trade clause. […]

The NCAA Tournament is known for being unpredictable, but over the last two years, the Connecticut Huskies have been anything but. In fact, it’s fair to argue that UConn has become inevitable. It’s a rare quality that only some of the greatest teams of all-time have managed to possess. But then again, with a win […]

The Buffalo Bills have painted themselves in a bit of a corner heading into the 2024 NFL Draft. After trading Stefon Diggs for a ham sandwich (in 2025), the team pretty much has to go with a wide receiver in the first round. However, while general manager Brandon Beane may be tempted by wideouts like […]

In the unpredictable 2024 NFL offseason, where hopes are perennially high and the margins for error razor-thin, the New Orleans Saints find themselves at a critical juncture. Recall that the dust settled on a season that promised much but delivered an agonizing glimpse of what could have been. Now, the focus inexorably shifts towards the […]

Major League Baseball finds itself facing an existential crisis in 2024. And no, it isn’t a franchise forcing its way out of a city or a global superstar being caught up in an illegal gambling scandal. It’s something much more wide-reaching and difficult to solve. Why do pitchers keep dropping like flies? Not even a […]

The Masters represents the sport of golf’s opportunity to take center stage. The first major championship of the year has risen to the top of the golf rankings among Americans, and it is the tournament that all of the game’s top professionals want to win. It was not always that way, as the the U.S. […]

When Cody Rhodes left the safety and corporate security of AEW for another run in WWE, he wasn’t guaranteed anything. Sure, Vince McMahon famously flew to his house to discuss a deal, and he was immediately entered into a feud with one of the top performers of the modern era in Seth Rollins, but as […]

After successfully main-eventing four straight WrestleManias from 37 in Tampa Bay to Night 1 of WrestleMania 40 in South Philadelphia, Roman Reigns saw his run at the top of the WWE Universe come crashing down when Cody Rhodes, the heir apparent to the Rhodes Dynasty in professional wrestling, dethroned him as the Undisputed WWE Universal […]

Phil Jackson and Michael Jordan. Bill Belichick and Tom Brady. Paul “Triple H” Levesque and… Cody Rhodes? After winning the ultimate main event of the first WrestleMania under WWE’s new creative, Rhodes now finds himself as the quarterback of Triple H’s offense, a role he’s been lobbying for for well over a year now and […]

Who would have thought that one of Coach John Calipari’s closest friends and a hot-handed shooter from Oakland would have ushered in a new era of Kentucky basketball? This move to start anew with Arkansas is shocking but not at all unexpected. After having an insanely talented squad with Reed Sheppard and Rob Dillingham, the […]

Virat Kohli’s supporters fired back at Rohit Sharma’s fans after the latter made fun of the Delhi-born cricketer following his hundred in the recent match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL).   Rohit Sharma supporters mocked Virat Kohli after he struck a record-extending eighth Indian Premier […]

Rohit Sharma supporters mocked Virat Kohli after he struck a record-extending eighth Indian Premier League (IPL) century in the match between the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) during the weekend.   Virat Kohli completed his century in 67 balls and carried the bat through to an unbeaten 113 off 72 balls, ending […]

When Cody Rhodes marched down to the ring for the main event of WrestleMania 39, he looked like a man with everything to gain, and nothing to lose. Sure, he was set to face off against one of the most dominant performers the sport of professional wrestling has ever seen, a man who will live […]

The Cleveland Guardians will have their home opener as they face the Chicago White Sox for the first of a three-game series with their divisional rivals at Progressive Field. We’re here to share our MLB odds series, make a White Sox-Guardians prediction, and pick while showing you how to watch. The White Sox are off […]

Social media exploded with memes and hilarious comments after frontline Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batter Virat Kohli broke a slew of records during his hundred against the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) during the weekend.  Warra win for haaRCB?? 😭😭🤮Jos Buttler showed Virat Kohli how to score 100 in T20 cricket.#RRvRCB#selfish […]

The Miami Heat have become well-known in the NBA for having one of the top scouting and developmental staffs in the league. During their run to the NBA Finals last season, they had a total of five undrafted players playing key roles. The Heat had four other undrafted players on the roster, one of whom […]

When news broke that Logan Paul was going to be wrestling not just Kevin Owens but also Randy Orton at WrestleMania 40, it felt like some bad, bad news for the “Maverick.” Sure, Paul has secured some pretty big wins in his WWE career, including efforts against Rey Mysterio, The Miz, Ricochet, and even KO, […]

Before WrestleMania 40 could open up its second night in South Philadelphia, Triple H sat down with Megan Morant for the closest thing to a hard-hitting interview WWE could throw together using their internal staff. Asked by The Bump presenter about what he wants to do in WWE now that he’s the head of creative […]

UConn is unlike any other squad that Purdue has faced in the NCAA Tournament. Alex Karaban and Cam Spencer can fire from all cylinders to stretch out Matt Painter’s defense. Tristen Newton and Stephon Castle can dominate the wings while overpowering anyone who tries to get in their way to the basket. Donovan Clingan will […]

After watching Seth Rollins take some serious damage on Night 1 of WrestleMania 40, Drew McIntyre knew he had a pretty good chance he’d leave WrestleMania 40 as the WWE World Heavyweight Champion, so long as CM Punk and/or Damian Priest didn’t ruin arguably the biggest moment of his career. Taking the ring with their […]

After being the ultimate underdog heading into WrestleMania 40, Sami Zayn was able to do what 20 men before him couldn’t: unseat the “Ring General” Gunther on his 666th day as the Intercontinental Champion. Fans celebrated the moment online; the crowd in South Philadelphia went absolutely bananas, and no one was more excited about the […]

There was a time when the combination of Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson were the dominant story lines at the Masters. Tiger was the top player in the world for many years and Lefty was considered his biggest rival and challenger. Tiger’s distance off the tee, his shot making with his irons and his incredibly […]

The Milwaukee Brewers will begin a three-game series against the Cincinnati Reds at the Great American Ballpark. We’re here to share our MLB odds series, make a Brewers-Reds prediction, and pick while showing you how to watch. The Brewers have had a solid start to their season. After sweeping the New York Mets in Queens, […]

The Toronto Blue Jays will have their home opener as they face the Seattle Mariners on Monday at the Rogers Center. We’re here to share our MLB odds series, make a Mariners-Blue Jays prediction, and pick while showing you how to watch. The Mariners have been largely inconsistent to start the season, sputtering through their […]

On Monday night the UConn Huskies and Purdue Boilermakers will take the floor in Glendale, Arizona to determine who will win the 2024 NCAA Tournament. It’s fair to say, given how dominant both the Huskies and Boilermakers have been this year, and how drastically different their experiences in the 2023 NCAA Tournament were, this could […]

Before the Summer of 2010, the New York Knicks (and numerous other teams) maneuvered around the salary cap in hopes of signing then-unrestricted free agent LeBron James to a long-term deal. James ultimately signed with the Miami Heat, leaving the remaining clubs to reconstruct their respective rosters on the fly. Now, given the recent announcement […]

There is a very short list of WNBA players who have received their own sneaker deals as signature models were historically reserved for only the top one or two players in the league. As it stands, just three active WNBA players have their own signature sneakers since Sheryl Swoopes first did it in 1995. However, […]

Whether it be injuries or poor execution, every MLB franchise will be making lineup and pitching changes throughout the season. Taking advantage of those opportunities on the waiver fire is key for fantasy baseball success. Especially early in the season. Finding that diamond in the rough could be the key to a championship later in […]

Basketball immortality and a national title are all on the line, as Purdue faces UConn, both with the hopes of cutting down the nets on Monday night. It is time to continue our College Basketball odds series with a Purdue-UConn prediction, pick, and how-to-watch. Purdue entered the tournament as a one-seed in the Midwest Region. In […]

Less than two weeks into the new season, what every team in baseball secretly fears at all times seems to be coming to pass. After their worst year as a franchise since the Reagan administration, the New York Yankees are one of the most fearsome teams in Major League Baseball once again this season. Not […]

The Arizona Cardinals have a storied legacy and a passionate fanbase. However, they find themselves at a critical juncture as the 2024 NFL Draft approaches. Following a season that left much to be desired, the focus has unequivocally shifted towards rebuilding and restructuring. For sure, they have an eye on the future. As such, the […]

In the fast-paced world of NFL scouting, every team is on the hunt for the next diamond in the rough. They want to uncover that hidden gem that can elevate their roster from wannabes to contenders. For the Philadelphia Eagles, the quest for talent never ends. As they gear up for the 2024 NFL Draft, […]

As the 2024 NFL offseason continues and teams start to recalibrate their rosters for the upcoming campaign, the Indianapolis Colts find themselves at a critical juncture. The path to regaining their competitive edge lies in the 2024 NFL Draft. This is where diamonds in the rough await those willing to look beyond the obvious choices. […]

After a year of anticipation, WrestleMania 40 is officially halfway over, with seven of the 13 scheduled matches officially in the books and six more set to follow them in the not-too-distant future to follow them up. From Rhea Ripley retaining her Woman’s World Championship against a sick Becky Lynch before the sun went down, […]

Ever since, well, pretty much since he returned to WWE in the summer of 2020, fans have been clamouring to see one match above all others: Roman Reigns versus The Rock. That’s right, before Paul “Triple H” Levesque took over creative control of the promotion, before Bray Wyatt, the man he defeated for the Universal […]

For the first time in 40 years, someone other than Vince McMahon, Paul “Triple H” Levesque, had creative control over WrestleMania. From the match order, to the outcomes, the finishes, and the “Final Boss,” the man formerly known as “The Game” got to Dungeon Master over the entire WWE Universe and while it wasn’t perfect, […]

After making his return to professional wrestling in a major way, working the second-longest match in WrestleMania history alongside his cousin Roman Reigns, the victorious Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson was feeling fine, fresh, and effusive at the post-show press conference, going above and beyond to talk to as many reporters before his time on the […]