Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving defend trade requests amid outcry

During their All-Star Weekend press conferences, Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving both responded to critics who say trade demands are bad for the NBA, writes Dave McMenamin of ESPN. Durant and Irving were Nets teammates when February began, but the demands they issued a few days apart shook up the league in advance of the trade deadline. Irving […]

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Bulls’ Ball expected to be shut down for rest of season

Barring anything unforeseen, Chicago will likely rule Ball out for the season either during or after the All-Star break, the team insider said on the “Bulls Talk Podcast.” As of now, Ball still can’t run or cut properly without experiencing pain.  The same problem plagued Ball in September, including having difficulty climbing stairs. That month, […]

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Kevin Love might be South Beach-bound after buyout with Cavs

After agreeing to a buyout of his contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday, veteran Kevin Love is free to choose his next destination.  According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, the Miami Heat have emerged as the “front runner” for Love, but the former first-round pick also plans to speak with the Philadelphia 76ers.  On the […]

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XFL provides stunning level of transparency on reviews

The XFL returned on Saturday for its 2023 season and it introduced a new feature that offers a stunning level of clarity and transparency into its instant replay reviews.  The broadcast showed real time communication between the on-field officials and VP of officiating Dean Blandino, offering an up close look at the process of confirming […]

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Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo reveals future career ambition

At only 28 years old, Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo has plenty of elite years left on the hardwood. Although, he does have an idea of what he wants to do once his basketball playing career is over.  After patrolling the sidelines Saturday night, leading Dwyane Wade’s celebrity team to an 81-78 win over Utah […]

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NHL best bets: Six props for Saturday’s massive slate

Rickard Rakell over 2.5 SOG (-120 DK) Shots should be flowing on both ends of this Pittsburgh-New Jersey game, and I’m drawn to Rickard Rakell on the Penguins’ end. Pittsburgh became a clear shot target seeing as they’re averaging 36.1 shots per game at home over their last 10 while the Devils are seeing 33.8 […]

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Tiger Woods facing backlash from women’s group for prank

Tiger Woods is facing backlash from the Women’s Global Empowerment Fund over his recent prank that saw him hand fellow golfer Justin Thomas a tampon following a drive at the Genesis Invitational in Los Angeles on Friday. Woods offered a weak apology after the fact, but he is still facing criticism for the prank. Karen […]

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Dak Prescott sees changes ahead for Cowboys offense

The Dallas Cowboys lost offensive coordinator Kellen Moore to the Los Angeles Chargers due to “philosophical differences” this offseason. As a result, head coach Mike McCarthy will assume the play-calling duties in 2023, and quarterback Dak Prescott says that will lead to significant changes. “Right now, Mike told me [about] 20 to 30 percent change,” […]

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Padres let Machado’s extension deadline pass after one offer

Manny Machado gave the Padres a deadline of Feb. 16 to offer him an extension that would’ve meant he avoided free agency at the end of the 2023 season, according to Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune. According to Acee, the Padres made just one offer to Machado two days prior to his deadline, offering […]

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One conference dominates in projected tourney bracket

There isn’t one dominant team in college basketball this season, but after the selection committee revealed the projected top four seeds in each region, it’s clear the Big 12 is the sport’s most dominant conference. The NCAA men’s tournament selection committee unveiled an early look at the projected top four seeds in each region, and […]

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