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The New York Islanders are heading into their first full season with head coach Patrick Roy. The offseason additions of Anthony Duclair and Maxim Tsyplakov should add more goals to the Islanders’ attack. Ilya Sorokin leads the Islanders’ goaltending, which should be one of the best units in the league. Last year, those groups struggled […]

The Boston Celtics will have plenty of representation in the gold medal match of the 2024 Summer Olympics, but it won’t just be from Team USA. France features forward Guerschon Yabusele, who was selected by the C’s in the first round of the 2016 NBA Draft. Although Yabusele never made much of a name for himself […]

NBA Champion, Boston Celtic, and Team USA member Jayson Tatum is having an offseason to remember as he tries to earn the United States their fifth-consecutive gold medal at the Olympics. It seems to also be a big upcoming year for him and Jordan Brand as Tatum was recently spotted rocking an all-new signature sneaker […]

North Carolina Central University has released a statement regarding the death of student-athlete Terrence Howard. Howard sadly passed away at the age of 19 on August 1st after being involved in a tragic car accident. According to Terrance Howard’s family, he was struck by a passing car after being involved in a minor crash during […]

The Charlotte Hornets’ five preseason games have been revealed in October. Meaning that we’re about two months away from seeing this young team take the floor. After adding a couple of new pieces through the draft and offseason transactions, there is more optimism with the new regime in the front office and coaching staff. Jeff […]

As the 2024 Paris Olympics unfold, the basketball tournament has showcased nothing short of exceptional talent and thrilling competition. Leading the charge are LeBron James of Team USA and Nikola Jokic of Serbia, who have positioned themselves at the top of the final FIBA MVP ladder. Their upcoming clash in the semi-finals is not just […]

The Philadelphia Phillies are in the desert to take on the Arizona Diamondbacks Thursday night. Check out our MLB odds series as we hand out a Phillies-Diamondbacks prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Phillies-Diamondbacks Projected Starters  Kolby Allard vs. Jordan Montgomery Kolby Allard (0-0) with a 4.50 […]

The Tampa Bay Rays wrap up a three-game series with a the St. Louis Cardinals Thursday night. This game will continue our MLB odds series as we hand out a Rays-Cardinals prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Rays-Cardinals Projected Starters  Shane Baz vs. Kyle Gibson Shane Baz […]

The Baltimore Orioles are north of the border to take on the Toronto Blue Jays Thursday night. Below we will continue our MLB odds series with an Orioles-Blue Jays prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Orioles-Blue Jays Projected Starters  Dean Kremer vs. Kevin Gausman Dean Kremer (4-8) […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets splashed the cash in NHL Free Agency. The Blue Jackets spent big on Sean Monahan, signing the former Winnipeg Jets center to a five-year contract. They hope that the added veteran talent can help them make some strides this upcoming season. It wasn’t too long ago that the Blue Jackets competed […]

The Detroit Red Wings had an active NHL Free Agency period. Detroit didn’t spend freely as they did during the summers of 2022 and 2023. But they still made some intriguing moves meant to give them a chance to win this upcoming season. Patrick Kane is back in town after a successful 47-point stint in […]

The Minnesota Wild could not make the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2024. They struggled out of the gate, resulting in the firing of Dean Evason as head coach. After that move, John Hynes took over behind the bench. However, he could not steer the Wild into the postseason. The Wild have been strapped against the […]

Washington Wizards small forward Bilal Coulibaly is considered one of the franchise’s building blocks, an essential ingredient to the long-struggling organization’s rebuild. However, the 20-year-old’s nondescript 2024 Paris Olympics campaign with Team France doesn’t add inspiration to his profile. Outside of Coulibaly’s 11-point outing in France’s exhibition loss to Germany on July 8, he’s made […]

USA and Serbia will face off for the second time in the Olympics, with the Americans taking a 110-84 victory in the group stage. The Americans were lights out from the field, shooting 62.3% from the floor and 56.3% from three. Lebron James led the way for the USA, recording 21 points, seven rebounds, and […]

Although the Olympics are still on-going, WNBA players have already begun returning to their home markets in anticipation of the 2024 season resuming. The Los Angles Sparks will pick up the 2024 WNBA season on Aug. 15 at home against the New York Liberty. Currently, the Sparks hold a record of 6-18. That puts them […]

The Seattle Kraken hoped to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2024 after the Kraken made the playoffs the year prior. Seattle made the playoffs thanks to their incredible depth. One would be hard-pressed to find a deeper team in the NHL than the Kraken ahead of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs. However, they could […]

Kansas City Chiefs’ franchise quarterback Patrick Mahomes is no stranger to styling on the football field with his signature headband and gravity-defying throws on the run. However, not many will see first-hand the work he puts in on a daily basis in the training room and in practice. In a collaboration that perfectly harmonizes with […]

The anticipation surrounding the upcoming Noche UFC event is palpable, and UFC President Dana White has set high expectations for its financial success. According to White, the event, scheduled to take place at The Sphere in Las Vegas, is expected to generate a staggering $27 million in gate revenue reported by Responsible Gambling. Noche UFC […]

The Indianapolis Colts training camp is deep into the warm August days, and it’s not coming up all roses. Some high-expectation players are struggling to separate from the rest of the pack. NFL training camps are a daily grind where players must show and prove consistently over weeks. Superstars aren’t born overnight. In recent news, […]

The controversial NFL kicker Harrison Butker — labeled as sexist and homophobic by many after his infamous Benedictine College commencement speech over the summer — defiantly declared at Chiefs training camp on Wednesday that he planned to “stand behind what it is I’m saying” regarding his values and beliefs. This couldn’t help but bring to […]

Team USA’s formidable run at the 2024 Paris Olympics has captured the world’s attention as they effortlessly secured a spot in the semi-finals. Their recent victory over Brazil, ending in a staggering 122-87, underscored their dominance, propelling them into a highly anticipated match against Serbia led by Nikola Jokic. Amidst the fanfare, Kevin Durant etched […]

The Green Bay Packers will head into their NFL preseason opener without first-round draft pick Jordan Morgan, who is sidelined with a shoulder injury. Head coach Matt LaFleur announced during a press conference on Wednesday that the offensive lineman will not play in Saturday’s game against the Cleveland Browns. Morgan, who was a standout left […]

As the 2024 Paris Olympics progress, the events have been a spectacle of fierce competition and groundbreaking achievements. Among these, Team USA’s basketball team continues to stand out with their unmatched prowess and unbeaten streak. Their command over the court was vividly demonstrated in the quarter-finals this Tuesday against Brazil, where they clinched a resounding […]

The United States men’s basketball team has secured a chance at potentially winning a medal. After their dismantling of Brazil, Team USA is now in the semifinal of the 2024 Paris Olympics. The Americans are set to take on Serbia for the second time in these Olympics. The United States have looked unstoppable so far, […]

Lauri Markkanen has been one of the most talked-about players this NBA offseason, in large part due to swirling trade rumors involving the 2023 Most Improved Player. However, after signing a five-year, $238 million contract extension with the Utah Jazz, those rumors will have to be put on ice. A Markkanen trade this coming season […]

In a stunning reversal of fortunes at the 2024 Paris Olympics, American runner Cole Hocker claimed a historic victory in the men’s 1,500 meters, clinching the gold medal and setting a new Olympic record with a time of 3:27.65. This victory marked a significant milestone, ending a 112-year period during which no American duo had […]

The New York Mets find themselves squarely in the playoff picture, entering play on August 7 just 1.5 games out of the final National League Wild Card spot. And though they’re on the outside looking in and navigating a 10-game road trip to boot, FanGraphs still gives the Mets a 42.8% chance to make the […]

Hayley Williams of Paramore is a U2 fan and loves their Red Rocks concert. She recently defended the Irish rock band made up of Bono, the Edge, Adam Clayton, and Larry Mullen Jr. On her Instagram Story, Williams shared a screenshot from a Paramore fan page on X (formerly Twitter). The account pointed out that […]

The Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners began their series on Tuesday night with a 4-2 Tigers victory. The Tigers aim to be the spoiler this week, as the Mariners are in a hotly-contested battle with the Houston Astros for first in the American League West. The Mariners have won six of their last ten to […]

The EA Sports FC 25 Closed Beta has arrived, and of course everyone wants to know how to play the the next FC game before it officially launches in September. Thankfully, the FC 25 Beta will run for quite a bit, giving players ample time to sign up and potentially earn a code. For your […]

The New York Mets and Colorado Rockies began their three-game series on Tuesday night. The Rockies earned the upset, holding the Mets off for a 6-3 victory. The Mets have been reeling since the trade deadline, which is a familiar feeling for New York fans. They’ve lost six of the last ten games and are […]

The Atlanta Braves were on a roll entering this series, but the Milwaukee Brewers gave them a rude awakening in the opener on Tuesday night. The Brewers walked into Truist Park and handed the Brewers a 10-0 loss thanks to two home runs and two doubles from Willy Adames. It was a rare poor outing […]

The Cincinnati Reds and Miami Marlins began their four-game series on August 5th, with the Reds earning a 10-3 win. They continued their dominance over the Marlins on Tuesday night with an 8-2 victory. The Reds have been trying to claw their way back into the playoff picture in the National League, but the losses […]

The San Diego Padres are on the road to take on the Pittsburgh Pirates Wednesday night. This game will continue our MLB odds series as we hand out a Padres-Pirates prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Padres-Pirates Projected Starters  Michael King vs. Marco Gonzales Michael King (9-6) […]

The Boston Red Sox are on the road to take on the Kansas City Royals Wednesday night. This game will continue our MLB odds series as we give you a Red Sox-Royals prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Red Sox-Royals Projected Starters  Kutter Crawford vs. Cole Ragans Kutter […]

The Baltimore Orioles are north of the border to take on the Toronto Blue Jays Wednesday night. Check out our MLB odds series as we hand out an Orioles-Blue Jays prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Orioles-Blue Jays Projected Starters  Trevor Rogers vs. Bowden Francis Trevor Rogers […]

The New York Knicks seemed ready to run their back 2023-24 roster. They were one win away from the Eastern Conference Finals, and that was without an All-Star (Julius Randle) for the entire playoff run and their opening night starting center (Mitchell Robinson) for much of the second round — as well as a few […]

The Minnesota Twins are on the road to take on the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday Afternoon. Below we will continue our MLB odds series as we hand out a Twins-Cubs prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Twins-Cubs Projected Starters  Joe Ryan vs. Javier Assad Joe Ryan (7-7) […]

If there’s one team predicted to make a statement this season, it’s the Miami (FL) football team. There’s a real hype around Coral Gables that hasn’t been seen in years. There’s always at least some bit of hype surrounding the Miami Hurricanes football program, though, right? It’s just that the team never comes close to […]