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The Oklahoma City Thunder have been on a roll, just a half game behind first-place in the West following consecutive blowout wins over the Los Angeles Clippers and Washington Wizards out of the All-Star break. The trio of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams can compete with any Big Three in the association right […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are the one team that will always be talked about in every sports talk show or podcast. Even during the one week All-Star break, fans were still talking about the Lakers second half run and how they could elevate themselves in the Western Conference standings. LA is 1-1 after the All-Star […]

Bronny James, the eldest son of NBA superstar LeBron James, has been one of the most intriguing players to watch in college basketball during his freshman season at USC. And in Saturday night’s showdown against rival UCLA, many eyes were on James. In the Trojans’ 62-56 road win against UCLA, James came off of the […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves hosted a free-falling Brooklyn Nets team on Saturday night, and despite playing on a second night of a back-to-back, they gutted out a tough win by a final score of 101-86. Late in the game, though, Mike Conley accidentally caused up a bit of a stir to close out the night. With […]

In a thrilling main event that had fans on the edge of their seats, Brandon Royval emerged victorious in a razor-close split decision against Brandon Moreno at UFC Mexico City. The clash between these two talented flyweights delivered non-stop action and showcased the heart, skill, and determination of both fighters. Got the win on short […]

In a thrilling and heart-pounding co-main event at UFC Mexico City, Brian Ortega showcased his resilience and skill as he secured a remarkable third-round submission victory over Yair Rodriguez. The fight, which took place on a tense evening filled with anticipation and excitement, saw both fighters engage in a back-and-forth battle that kept fans on […]

In a night filled with electrifying matchups and adrenaline-pumping moments, Daniel Zellhuber’s performance at UFC Mexico City undoubtedly stole the show. The clash between Zellhuber and Francisco Prado was nothing short of a Fight of the Night spectacle, leaving fans on the edge of their seats from start to finish. The bout culminated in a […]

During the All-Star break, head coach Ime Udoka publicly mentioned that discussions were underway regarding adjustments to the Houston Rockets’ rotation, given their ongoing issues since the start of 2024. Whether it’s poor perimeter defense, injury woes or offensive inconsistency, the Rockets have work to do in order to attempt reaching play-in contention. However, following […]

In an era where the Golden State Warriors have redefined basketball excellence, the 2022 NBA Championship stands out as a testament to resilience, teamwork, and the indomitable spirit of competition. Draymond Green, via an interview with Club 520 Podcast, the controversial heart and soul of the Warriors, has revealed that this title, in particular, holds […]

The Dallas Mavericks have won seven games in a row and are playing a quality brand of basketball. Luka Doncic is firmly establishing himself in the MVP conversation and Kyrie Irving has been excellent in recent action. Dallas’ role players have also stepped up amid the Mavs’ winning streak. Newcomers PJ Washington Jr. and Daniel […]

In a significant revival of the classic roguelike series, Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island emerges as the latest installment, marking the franchise’s much-anticipated return. Set to release on February 27, 2024, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch, this title, affectionately known among fans as Shiren the Wanderer 6, brings the series back […]

In a candid acknowledgment of the technical woes afflicting Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, Rocksteady Studios has announced a commitment to remediate a slew of bugs that have marred the game’s latest update. This comes on the heels of Warner Bros.’ admission concerning the game’s disappointing performance since its launch. Despite high anticipations, Suicide […]

In a remarkable display of skill and perseverance, per Justin Kubatko, Russell Westbrook has etched his name into the annals of NBA history alongside legends such as LeBron James and Oscar Robertson. By achieving a dual feat of making and assisting on over 9,000 field goals, Westbrook has not only showcased his exceptional talent but […]

Recently, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone players who subscribe to Amazon Prime received a special perk: they can now get the Saddle Up bundle for free. This is part of Prime Gaming’s ongoing effort to offer extra benefits to gamers, adding to a series of rewards that have been made available over […]

So here’s the conundrum I find myself in today… how is one expected to find the singular fatal flaw of a team that has been so dominant and looked so good not just over the course of this season, but since the NCAA Tournament last year, that it’s difficult to identify even one single tiny flaw? Additionally, as a […]

Friday night was a late tip-off for the Minnesota Timberwolves, as they had a border battle with the Milwaukee Bucks broadcast on national television. Fans were treated to an epic battle between two of the league’s top teams, as the top defense in the NBA had a tough task in containing both Giannis Antetokounmpo and […]

The Dallas Stars are once again contenders for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. To be fair, this isn’t entirely surprising. After all, they came within two wins of the 2023 Stanley Cup Final. However, they fell to the eventual champion Vegas Golden Knights last spring. At the 2024 NHL Trade Deadline, they have a chance to […]

Precious Achiuwa played a big role in the New York Knicks’ Thursday night win over the Philadelphia 76ers. But it wasn’t too long ago that Achiwua was merely an afterthought in a trade that was primarily about adding OG Anunoby. Being underestimated must be frustrating to NBA players, all of whom are all elite at […]

The Tampa Bay Lightning are trying to make up for last season’s playoff failure. Tampa Bay fell in the first round to the Toronto Maple Leafs last spring. This came after three straight appearances in the Stanley Cup Final, including two consecutive Stanley Cups. In recent seasons, though, they have looked human. And that creates […]

The Los Angeles Kings have seemingly turned things around. Los Angeles fired head coach Todd McLellan after a rough slump leading into the NHL All-Star Game. So far, interim head coach Jim Hiller has overseen a run of six wins in their last eight games. As the NHL Trade Deadline nears, Los Angeles holds onto […]

Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III has one team in mind that he thinks will be a perfect fit for Russell Wilson. However, he knows very well that it’s unlikely to happen. On Friday, RGIII shared his belief that the New England Patriots could very well be the best landing spot for Wilson ahead of […]

AJ Brown’s future with the Philadelphia Eagles has been a major question mark this offseason. With plenty of trade rumors surrounding the wideout and considering his seemingly noncommittal attitude towards the team, many are asking if he’s on his way out of the City of Brotherly Love. Brown, however, shot down those talks in a […]

It’s safe to say there’s not much love lost between the New York Knicks and Boston Celtics. Eastern conference rivals dating back to the league’s inception, both teams rank toward the top of the Eastern Conference this season, set to potentially face off in what could be an epic playoff series—especially if the underdog Knicks […]

For years, the knock on this Houston Cougars basketball team — regardless of how dominant it was — did not play in a good enough conference. Despite the lack of quality competition in the AAC, the Cougars managed to make the Sweet Sixteen, Elite Eight, and Final over its last three seasons in the conference. […]

Patrick Mahomes’ spot in the NFL Hall of Fame is set in stone. Through his first six seasons in the NFL, Mahomes has won three Super Bowl titles, two league MVPs, and has yet to miss the AFC championship game since becoming the Kansas City Chiefs’ full-time starter. But in the 2017 NFL draft, nine […]

With the college basketball regular season nearing its conclusion, it is time to start considering which players are deserving of the biggest awards in the game. A few weeks we broke down the players to watch for the Wooden Award, given annually to the best player in college basketball. Then we examined the favorites for […]

The NBA is all about accolades. All-Star appearances, All-NBA nods, scoring titles, MVPs, and plenty of other awards factor into how a player is viewed at the end of their career. But, Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum knows which achievement is most important to him. Following a 129-112 win over the Chicago Bulls, Tatum was […]

The Chicago Bulls will be forced to make their post-All-Star push toward the postseason without a key contributor. Fourth-year forward Patrick Williams is set to undergo surgery to repair a stress reaction in his foot and will miss the remainder of 2023-24, the team announced on Friday. Injury Update: Patrick Williams, who has been sidelined […]

Tim Hardaway is a very highly-respected NBA veteran. Having played 13 years with the Golden State Warriors, Miami Heat, and Indiana Pacers, Hardaway has seen everything from the start of his NBA career in 1989 until his final season in 2002-03. As a member of the National Basketball Retried Players Association, Hardaway stopped by Legends […]

After 24 consecutive March Madness appearances, Gonzaga’s streak — the third-longest active run in college basketball — is in danger this year. While the Zags are 21-6 overall and 11-2 in the WCC, their lack of quality wins makes them a bubble team for the first time in a while. Fortunately for Gonzaga, Mark Few’s […]

No team has gotten more out of the NFL Draft with less recently than the Los Angeles Rams. The Rams frequently opted to trade premier draft picks away in order to bring in stars who could help them win immediately. It worked; the Rams traded away multiple first-round picks and Jared Goff to bring in […]

The Kansas City Chiefs don’t need to do much to improve their team. Clearly. They just won the Super Bowl for the second season in a row. But if there was a spot the Chiefs could improve, it would be their wide receiver corps. While Patrick Mahomes has been able to get it down without […]

Warner Bros. Discovery has publicly shared its dissatisfaction with the commercial performance of its latest video game release, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, pointing out a concerning start that could signify troubled waters ahead for the title. The game’s underwhelming launch was spotlighted in the entertainment conglomerate’s latest financial disclosures, underscoring a period of […]

EA Sports College Football 25 is seemingly going above and beyond in terms of presentation. From real-player opt-ins, to multiple sports personalities, to the inclusion of all 134 teams and Bowl games, College Football 25 seems like the ultimate NCAAF video game. However, while we can’t wait it’s release this summer, one thing has been […]

With the 2024 NFL Draft just about two months away, that means we’ve officially arrived at mock draft season. Scouts, analysts, and amateur draft prognosticators take their best stab at what may happen during the final weekend of April, and naturally, football fans eat all of that up. So today, I’ll be taking a look at the […]

The NBA 2K24 Season 5 Rewards include offers more rewards for MyTEAM and MyCAREER players. From Double XP Coins, to MyTEAM items and more, there’s tons of rewards to earn this season. Season 5 officially begins today, so we listed all the possible rewards, including the Pro Pass. Without further ado, let’s check out all […]

The Dallas Mavericks earned a 123-113 home victory over the Phoenix Suns on Thursday night. In what felt like a playoff game, Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving led the charge in Dallas’ victory. It was also the Mavs’ seventh consecutive win, which equals Dallas’ longest win streak since the 2010-11 championship season, per Mavs PR […]

Exiting the NBA All-Star break, the Cleveland Cavaliers planned to gradually ramp things up before the start of the playoffs. With 29 games to go entering Thursday’s action, it’s understandable why the Cavs wanted to lean on their depth and ease Evan Mobley and Darius Garland, who only just returned from injury just a few […]

The New York Knicks started the post-All-Star break portion of their season without OG Anunoby and Julius Randle. But the show must go on. And while their upcoming schedule might be tough, Thursday night’s win against the Philadelphia 76ers should make everyone affiliated with the franchise breathe a sigh of relief…sort of. Despite almost blowing […]