The Philadelphia 76ers want to sign veteran forward and defensive specialist PJ Tucker, but they’ll have to trade Matisse Thybulle to clear enough salary-cap space to make the deal happen and to have enough space to give James Harden a contract extension. The 76ers are packaging Thybulle and the #23 […]
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NY Knicks Eye Sacramento Kings’ #4 Pick to Draft Jaden Ivey
The latest trade rumors out of Gotham involve the New York Knicks securing the #4 pick in the upcoming 2022 NBA Draft from the Sacramento Kings so they can select Purdue guard Jaden Ivey, who helped guide the Boilermakers to a Sweet 16 appearance in March Madness 2022. As a […]
Bayern Signs Mane From Liverpool in $34 Million Deal
Sadio Mane has joined Bayern Munich for an initial $34 million fee. The value of the transfer could go over $43 million, depending on add-ons being met. The 30-year-old penned a three-year contract with Bayern. He spent six years with Liverpool, winning the Champions League, the Club World Cup, and […]
American Investor John Textor Takes Over at Olympique Lyon
US businessman John Textor is buying a significant stake in French Ligue 1 club Olympique Lyonnais. Textor, who is also a Crystal Palace and Botafogo shareholder, allowed current Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas to keep a smaller part of his Lyon shares. Aulas will run the club on a daily basis, […]
PSG to Appoint Galtier as Head Coach
Paris Saint-Germain will appoint Christophe Galtier as the team’s new manager in the coming days. The PSG hierarchy will pay current head coach Mauricio Pochettino and his staff members a total of $16 million to end their contracts one year early. The official announcement of Pochettino’s departure is expected on […]
Gronk Dunzo: TE Rob Gronkowski Retires, Won’t Rejoin Tom Brady and Bucs
After rampant speculation, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ All-Pro tight end Rob “Gronk” Gronkowski officially announced his NFL retirement via Instagram, passing on suiting up for another season with his good friend Tom Brady. Gronk, who turned 33 in May, played the last two seasons with the Bucs after spending nine […]
Lightning Strike Back with 6-2 Win Over Avalanche in Game 3 of Stanley Cup Final
The Tampa Bay Lightning have made a habit of sticking around in playoff series over the past three years, even when they fall behind early. That pattern continued on Monday night as the Lightning beat the Avalanche 6-2 in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final. Tampa Bay won at […]
Lakers, Clippers, Knicks Could Add Kyrie Irving if Nets Negotiations Falter
Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Nets reached an impasse while trying to work out a contract extension, so there’s a chance the Los Angeles Lakers, LA Clippers, or New York Knicks could swoop in and add the top-notch point guard to their roster via trade or free agency. Irving – […]
Chelsea Top Executives to Leave Club After American Takeover
Director Marina Granovskaia and chairman Bruce Buck won’t be part of Chelsea’s hierarchy under the club’s new ownership. Granovskaia, who was in charge of player contracts and transfer negotiations under Roman Abramovich, will leave Chelsea by the end of the week, with Buck also pushed toward the exit. The Athletic […]
MMA Notebook: Josh Emmett Outpoints Kattar; Yan, Cejudo Beef on Twitter
Josh Emmett did just enough to get the win at UFC on ESPN 37 in Austin on Saturday, beating Calvin Kattar by split decision in the main event. Two judges gave Emmett a 48-47 win, while the third saw it 48-47 in favor of Kattar. Emmett wants Holloway vs. Volkanovski […]
Philadelphia 76ers Seek Trade Package for Danny Green, #23 Pick in NBA Draft
The clock is ticking for the Philadelphia 76ers who are seeking a team interested in a trade package for veteran Danny Green and the #23 pick in the upcoming NBA Draft. The Utah Jazz, Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, and San Antonio Spurs were all mentioned as possible trade partners. […]
German Second Tier Side Heidenheim Smashes Amateur Club 29-0 in Friendly
When they said “yes” to a friendly match against German 2 Bundesliga club Heidenheim, the coaches at amateur club Romerstein didn’t think their clash would be covered all around the world. And it probably wouldn’t have if it wasn’t for the game’s unusual scoreline. Heidenheim won the match 29-0, ignoring […]
PSA Reimplements All Card Grading Services — at Much Higher Cost
The sports card hobby’s leading grader has reopened all of its levels, but collectors must now pay much more for the same services. Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA) had to temporarily suspend some of its authentication and grading services last year due to overwhelming demand while working through a backlog of […]
Chelsea Optimistic About Signing Raheem Sterling
Manchester City and England star Raheem Sterling is entering his final year in his deal with the Premier League champions. The 27-year-old is available for a cut-price given his contract status. Chelsea is working to seduce him, considering City has signed Julian Alvarez and Erling Haaland, so the competition for […]
Kenny Atkinson Won’t Become Charlotte Hornets’ Next Head Coach
Buzz City is, well, buzzing at the shocking news that “Kenny said no!†Just when you thought that the Charlotte Hornets hired Kenny Atkinson as their new head coach, Atkinson backed out of the deal and will remain an assistant coach with the Golden State Warriors. Mike D’Antoni and Terry […]
Moore, O’Brien, Godolphin Capture Royal Ascot Titles, Ward Blanked
Three very familiar names: Ryan Moore, Aidan O’Brien and Godolphin, wrapped up their respective titles as Royal Ascot wrapped up its 2022 meet Saturday. Godolphin’s successful defense of its owner title came after the Saudi monolith tied Coolmore with five wins each. But Godolphin notched three runners-up to Coolmore’s one. […]
NBA Futures in Los Angeles: Buy the Clippers, Sell the Lakers
If you treat the NBA futures market like real financial investment opportunities, then keep an eye on both pro basketball teams in Los Angeles. When it comes to 2023 NBA championship futures, you should “buy” the LA Clippers with Kawhi Leonard returning to action, and “sell” the LA Lakers if […]
Two Doug O’Neill Juveniles Provide Hopeful Glimpse Into Next Spring
Horseplayers looking for a sneak peek at some potential 2023 Kentucky Derby prospects and one Kentucky Oaks prospect need look no further than Santa Anita Park’s 11th race Saturday, where you’ll find Doug O’Neill charges Tahoma and Absolutely Zero. It won’t take much effort to find the pair. They’re the […]
2022 NBA Playoffs Afterthoughts: Suns Implosion, Super Luka Needs a Sidekick, Bucks Missed Middleton
The 2021-22 NBA season is officially over after the Golden State Warriors defeated the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals, but we have a few closing shots on the 2022 NBA Playoffs which included a high amount of blowouts because of teams living and dying by the 3-point shot. We […]
D’Amato Seizes Santa Anita Park Meet Training Record With Carpe Vinum
Phil D’Amato already has the Santa Anita Winter/Spring Meet training title wrapped up. Now, he has the single-season meet record for victories to go along with it. D’Amato won his record 57th race of the 74-day Winter/Spring Meet Friday, sending Carpe Vinum to a 2 ¼-length victory in the day’s […]