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Jalen Kitna Accepts Plea Deal, Five Child Pornography Charges Dropped

Former University of Florida quarterback Jalen Kitna pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor counts of breach of the peace Wednesday. The plea was part of a deal in which five felony child pornography charges were…

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Damian Lillard Is All In On Miami Trade

Damian Lillard’s agent, Aaron Goodwin has reportedly been telling NBA teams that the Portland Trail Blazers star is only interested in being traded to the Miami Heat. The point guard is not technically on the…

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Former NFL Star Cedric Killings Dies At 45 Due After Cancer Battle

During a kick return back in 2007, former Houston Texans defensive tackle Cedric Killings fractured his vertebra after he collided head-on with former NFL wide receiver Roy Hall. That was Week 3 against the Indianapolis…

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76ers Must Be Patient In Trading James Harden

The Philadelphia 76ers will let James Harden seek a trade, as he exercised his $35.6 million option for the upcoming season. The ten-time All-Star will look to be moved via trade instead of entering free…

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Eric Gordon Waived By Clippers, Signs With Suns

Despite giving up assets for him, the Clippers decided opted not to guarantee Eric Gordon‘s $21 million contract last week. This move to cut the 34-year-old saved Los Angeles over $100 million on its projected…

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J.J. Watt Joins ‘The NFL Today’ For CBS As Analyst

Since retiring, former NFL defensive end J.J. Watt and his wife Kealia have been busy with other sports – they are current investors in the Burnley Football Club (F.C.). Now, Watt has announced that he…

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Giannis Antetokounmpo Receives ‘Routine’ Surgery, Expected To Be Ready For NBA Season

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo recently underwent successful surgery to clean up loose cartilage in his left knee. Though he is questionable for the FIBA World Cup in August, he is expected to be ready…

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Mavericks Acquire Grant Williams In Three-Way Trade, Where Does Kyrie Irving Fit In?

Celtics forward Grant Williams is heading to the Mavericks in a three-way trade between the two teams and the San Antonio Spurs. The Celtics received three second-round picks in the deal. Williams has spent all…

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Angels’ Season On The Brink With Mike Trout Out For Multiple Weeks

Many fans of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim held low expectations for their team going into the season, more as a result of prior disappointments than future potential. On paper for the last few…

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Elly De La Cruz Crushes 455-Foot Home Run After Nationals Protest His Bat

Elly De La Cruz has sent shockwaves through baseball in his first month with the Cincinnati Reds, and spectacles like that which occurred Wednesday will ensure that the fanfare continues. After the Nationals protested De…

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Mavericks Still Believe Kyrie Irving & Luka Doncic Duo With Extension

The Kyrie Irving–Luka Doncic duo can still work out, or at least has the chance to for up to three more seasons in Dallas. The pair were not the sole reason why the Mavericks’ season…

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Rob Gronkowski Is ‘So Annoyed’ About The ‘Baby Gronk’ Phenomenon

At Tight End University in Nashville, Tennessee, last week, Rob Gronkowski spoke to NFL players and made some news when he said that Jake San Miguel is “so annoying” for seeming to trade on his…

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The Sacramento Kings Bring Back Harrison Barnes

With over $32 million in cap room, the Pacers were a top candidate if Harrison Barnes decided to leave in free agency and switch teams. However, Barnes will stick around with Sacramento, as the Kings…

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At 35, Colin Kaepernick Still Waiting For Another Chance

At 35 years old, Colin Kaepernick still wants back into the NFL. His most recent workout was prior to last season with the Las Vegas Raiders. The former San Francisco quarterback was a free agent…

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New CBA Approves NBA In-Season Tournament, Players Will Be Allowed To Smoke Marijuana

The NBA and National Basketball Player’s Association agreed to a new CBA Wednesday, which will take effect this weekend and remain in effect through the 2029-30 season. Among a number of changes, the league will…

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As Domingo German Makes History, Many Baseball Fans Struggle To Celebrate

Domingo German threw the 24th perfect game in MLB history Wednesday night, retiring 27 straight Oakland Athletics batters in an 11-0 victory for the New York Yankees. But as German made history and earned glowing…

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Devils Lock Down Timo Meier With Eight-Year, $70.4 Million Deal

The New Jersey Devils signed forward Timo Meier to an eight-year, $70.4 million deal Wednesday, securing their short-term acquisition from last season for the foreseeable future. The Devils added Meier before the deadline earlier this…

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Blackhawks Take Canadian Phenom Connor Bedard, 17, With First Overall Pick

Connor Bedard, hockey’s newest phenom, was selected first overall by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2023 NHL Draft Wednesday. The 17-year-old centre is already being compared to the greats of the sport and has already…

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Devante Parker To Stay In New England, Signs Three-Year Deal With Patriots

Wide receiver Devante Parker signed a three-year deal with the New England Patriots Wednesday, extending his stay with head coach Bill Belichick as he attempts to rebuild his dynasty. Parker’s contract could be worth as…

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As Mets’ Struggles Continue, Owner Steve Cohen Takes Responsibility

In a rare press conference Wednesday, New York Mets owner Steve Cohen took responsibility for the team’s struggles in 2023. Despite entering the season with the highest payroll in baseball, the Mets are currently fourth…

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Daytona Discussed As Potential Temporary Stadium For Jaguars

The Jacksonville Jaguars need a new stadium temporarily, as the renovations for their current stadium, TIAA Bank Field will take them out for at least two seasons. The announcement was made official as they tweeted…

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