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American Ninja Warrior champion Drew Drechsel has been charged with child sex crimes. Drechsel has been charged with the “manufacture of child pornography, enticement of a minor to travel for illicit sexual conduct, travel with the intent to engage in illicit sexual conduct with a minor, and use of interstate commerce to entice a minor,” per […]

The Tour of Poland met a horrific incident, leaving rider Fabio Jakobsen seriously injured, and numerous people absolutely mortified. At the end of the first stage held on Wednesday, the Dutch rider was thrown over a barrier at 80km/h. As a result, others crumbled to the ground in an effort to avoid making the situation […]

For as storied a franchise as it is, it still might be tough for some to shop without using a solid Boston Celtics fan gift guide. Sure, we all know about Larry Bird and the legends, but that doesn’t mean the smartest of shoppers could go without any help in finding cool, if not obscure, […]

If you’re looking for the ultimate LeBron James fan gift guide, including James bobbleheads, this post has you covered from prices to a general variety of potential presents. Honestly, this isn’t only for fans of the Los Angeles Lakers, but those who enjoyed him like a crazy person when he played for the Cleveland Cavaliers […]

Not too long ago, a picture surfaced of Houston Rockets superstar James Harden looking trim. Harden, known for a muscular nut hefty physique, appeared to have dropped 20 pounds while preparing for the NBA restart. While his frame previously allowed him to dominate opponents offensively, it hasn’t translated to playoff success. Maybe this is Harden […]

Not only are Golden State Warriors talents Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson the greatest shooting backcourt of all time, they also own one of the better nicknames in sports: the Splash Brothers. The moniker is both a reference to the historically wet jumpers of the two guards, and, of course, a nod to another celebrated […]

There is nothing more exciting than watching an NBA player fly through the air with his head over the rim. Professional basketball players do things on a nightly basis to show fans that they have superhuman abilities. From a young age, these players knew that they have been given talent that is not common. Prior […]

In 1997, Houston Oilers owner Bud Adams moved his team to Nashville. They eventually turned into the Tennessee Titans. There was no football in Houston until the launch of the Houston Texans. It has not been an easy journey over 18 years. The Texans have made the playoffs just six times and have never been […]

The New York Giants are one of the classic teams in the NFL. They have a rich history of success led by all time players, coaches, and executives. While names like Dave Gettleman, Ben McAdoo, and Pat Shurmur have changed that narrative over the past few seasons, the history of the franchise cannot be forgotten. […]

Aside from the challenges of preparing for the 2020 NFL season amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the league has also changed its tune regarding player protests that bring attention to racial injustice. As a result, Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross has doubled down on his efforts to fight systemic racism. According to ESPN’s Cameron Wolfe, […]

Star cornerback Asante Samuel spent five seasons as a member of the New England Patriots. During his time there, he taught head coach Bill Belichik a thing or two about the cornerback position. Or at least, that’s what he says. The former Pats cornerback helped them win two Super Bowls. But apparently he thinks he […]

Cam Newton could be in a tough position. That’s because, according to Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated, Newton is still focused on getting a starting quarterback job in the NFL and does not want to be a mentor to a younger one. “For what it’s worth, Newton has told people that he’s not looking to […]

It’s official – Vince Carter has played his last game in the NBA. In turn, we’re about to gander at Vince Carter’s best dunks ever, ranked from seven to one for your pleasure. With the pandemic ending the season prematurely for the bottom eight NBA teams, including the Atlanta Hawks, that means Carter won’t be […]

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has long held a patent on miraculous Hail Mary plays. However, it appears the respect for his deep ball has waned heading into the 2020 NFL season. According to Michael Lombardi of The Athletic, general managers may no longer fear the threat of Rodgers throwing deep: Rodgers has not […]

Some good news for Dallas Cowboys fans. While Monday started out with reports that several players on both the Cowboys and Texans, including star running back Ezekiel Elliott, have tested positive for COVID-19, reports have since come out that quarterback Dak Prescott is not one of the infected. A report from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport […]

Blake Griffin revealed his passion for Michael Jordan stories, as the Detroit Pistons star admitted that the popular ESPN docuseries “The Last Dance” saved him from boredom during the long quarantine. Griffin, who signed a deal with Jordan Brand as a rookie, admitted watching the series was “basketball porn,” but noted Jordan still owes him […]

The Washington Redskins are entering the 2020 NFL season as a team expected to end up with yet another high draft pick. While they have made some good moves that will pay off and make them a better team, they are not going to contend for the playoffs this season barring a major surprise. Stranger […]

The Milwaukee Bucks recently announced there will be a march led by the organization, including players, coaches and owners on Sunday. Ahead of the peaceful protest, Bucks star Kris Middlelton sent an important message on his Instagram regarding the fight against racial injustice and systemic racism in the United States. Seeing a player like Middleton, […]

In its relatively young history, the Houston Texans have their share of intriguing personalities who have taken the challenge of spearheading the team. Here is a brief rundown of how these individuals fared as the Texans’ shot-callers. Dom Capers (2002-2005) Houston hired Capers in January 2001 with the hopes of leading the expansion team in […]

The New York Knicks’ team Instagram account decided to participate in “Blackout Tuesday,” posting this black square image in solidarity with those fighting racial injustice: https://www.instagram.com/p/CA747TPFQd7/ The post comes one day after an internal email leaked from Madison Square Garden CEO and New York Knicks principal owner James Dolan explaining the company’s laughable decision to […]

As one of the most powerful and influential people in all of professional sports, many look to NFL commissioner Roger Goodell to set an example. With the death of unarmed black man George Floyd sparking protests across the country, Goodell took the opportunity to address the situation and many other similar situations in a statement: […]

There was a Cavs owner who will go down as the most impatient NBA owner of all time. The dude was so bad at his job, the NBA literally had to create a rule to stop him from screwing himself over again. No, it’s not Dan Gilbert. This story goes back to Ted Stepien, the […]

The English Premier League will resume on June 17 after the clubs gave “Project Restart” the green light at a shareholders’ meeting on Thursday, according to James Olley of ESPN FC. The first matches will be headlined by Manchester City vs. Arsenal and Aston Villa at home against Sheffield United to complete Week 29 in […]

It’s no secret that Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant modeled his game after Michael Jordan — down to every pump fake, pivot, and fade-away. According to one former teammate of Bryant’s, the comparisons apply off the court, too. On Wireside Chat with Houston Rockets broadcaster Craig Ackerman, seven-time champion Robert Horry said The Last […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are one of the most successful franchises in the NFL. They have won six Super Bowls which is tied with the New England Patriots for the most of any team. Pittsburgh has always been a franchise that is well run by coaches on the sidelines and executives in the front office. The […]

And so it continues. The fickle relationship of Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers has seemingly reached another turn. In a conference call with beat writers on Friday, the latter was asked about the status of the documentary that both Packers legends were supposedly working on.   “I don’t really have any updates at this point on […]

Despite leading the league in rushing yards in the 2019 campaign, the Baltimore Ravens still selected another running back in JK Dobbins with the 55th overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Nevertheless, in an interview with NFL Network Thursday, Ravens Pro Bowl running back Mark Ingram explained that he’s happy to make room for […]

Philip Rivers’ post-NFL, post-Indianapolis Colts career is set. On Friday, St. Michael Catholic High School announced that Rivers will take over as head coach of its football program as soon as the veteran quarterback decides to conclude his remarkable professional career. “It’s a special day for me and my family really. I will probably get […]

Due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the NFL has been forced to shut down all team facilities. That has left many players and teams unsure on whether they’ll be able to train again during the offseason. Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins has come up with an idea that could provide a workable solution. In a recent […]

There has recently been a huge debate as to how Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James would have fared if he played in the 1990s during the Michael Jordan era. Well, for what it’s worth, Jordan’s former teammate with the Chicago Bulls Dennis Rodman has weighed in on the discussion. According to the former Defensive […]

The NBA has been actively working on getting back to playing amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Due to safety concerns of players, staff and fans, the NBA postponed its season on March 11 after Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert had contracted the virus. Now reaching over 50 days without basketball, the NBA is exploring any […]

It is all about social media distancing for Raiders quarterback Derek Carr. In an interview with The Athletic’s Vic Tafur, Carr revealed that blocking out the noise in the online world is something that he practices on a regular basis. Said Carr, “If anyone is negative to me now on Twitter, I block them out […]

The Last Dance documentary sparked renewed interest in Michael Jordan and his Chicago Bulls dynasty he helped curate. The documentary highlights the difficulties of the Bulls sixth and final championship during their run, as well as Jordan’s intense competitive drive. While Jordan’s accomplishments and spirit of competition can’t be disputed, his place in history has […]

NBA Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman played a vital role in the Chicago Bulls’ second 3-peat squad. However, aside from his outstanding basketball career, Rodman’s weirdness separates him from other star players throughout NBA history. Here are five things you didn’t know about him. Rodman has 28 siblings During Rodman’s Hall of Fame acceptance speech, […]

LA Clippers superstar Kawhi Leonard is known to have the deadliest mid-range jumpers in the NBA. In a recent interview, Leonard’s longtime trainer Clint Parks explained to ClutchPoints how he mastered the art of the mid-range jumper. “A mid-range jumper is a layup for Kawhi,” Parks said. “I could honestly say since when I first […]

The Green Bay Packers still have Aaron Rodgers under center but Matt LaFleur wants to become a run-first team. The Packers went quarterback, running back, and tight end with their first three picks. When general manager Brian Gutekunst was asked about the thought process, he said LaFleur wants to be run first, having the passing […]

The Indianapolis Colts made it clear what their intention was in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft. It began when they took receiver Michael Pittman Jr. with the 34th pick. The Colts would then trade with the Cleveland Browns to get the No. 41 pick to select running back Jonathan Taylor. Taylor is […]

The Indianapolis Colts used their first-ever pick in the 2020 NFL draft on a wide receiver, selecting former USC star Michael Pittman Jr. with the 34th overall pick Friday night. With Philip Rivers as the starting quarterback for the near future, Pittman should find plenty of room to produce immediately. He’s a big-bodied target standing […]

The first round of the NFL Draft is always full of surprises. Whether it is trades, players falling, or teams reaching for talent, it is always an exciting night. The 2020 first round was no exception. Trades were at a minimum on Thursday night. There were no trades in the top 10 for the first […]