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Kawhi Leonard broke out a goofy grin during the Los Angeles Clippers’ win, despite sitting the entire game. What’s got him so tickled? Every once in a blue moon, Leonard reminds the world that he is not, in fact, a robot, and he can display human emotion. It may just be a fleeting moment that

Austin Rivers. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images) Robert Whittaker says he’s ‘a very different beast than I was back then’ ahead of UFC Vegas 24 by Nicole Bosco The Denver Nuggets are reportedly interested in signing free agent guard Austin Rivers to boost their roster for postseason. The Nuggets and the 28-year-old guard might be

The MVP race looked like one of the most engaging of the last decade, but as other stars faded away, Nikola Jokic has become the clear frontrunner The NBA has never officially said what the word “valuable” means, so voters and fans have all created their own particular mix of criteria for what it means

Kyle Kuzma, Los Angeles Lakers. (Photo by John McCoy/Getty Images) Justin Jefferson owned Marlon Humphrey on Twitter to add fuel to LSU-Alabama fire by John Buhler Kelvin Gastelum thinks he will be next for title shot with win over Robert Whittaker (Video) by Nicole Bosco Kyle Kuzma had a strong showing in the Los Angeles

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports Carlos Rodon completes his road to redemption with a no-hitter by David Salituro Even Luka Doncic couldn’t have planned Wednesday night’s buzzer beater against the Memphis Grizzlies. Down two points with just seconds remaining against the Grizzlies, Doncic made one of the shots of

Every NBA team’s offensive style is in a constant state of evolution. Which teams have undergone the biggest changes this season? Last week, I took a first look at the offensive style for every team in the league this season, using offensive style charts. I’ve used these charts for the past few seasons as a way

Larry Nance Jr., Cleveland Cavaliers. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images) Si Woo Kim breaks putter at Masters, pars final holes using 3-wood by Cody Williams The Masters 2021: 5 golfers primed to overtake Justin Rose on the weekend by Cody Williams Cleveland Cavaliers big man Larry Nance Jr. lost 20 pounds while battling an illness

DALLAS, TEXAS – MARCH 03: Mark Cuban, owner of the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center on March 03, 2021 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald

Zach LaVine absolutely torched the Atlanta Hawks in the first half. Zach LaVine has spent his 2019-20 NBA campaign showing everyone that he truly is a star player. While the Chicago Bulls are barely clinging to the final play-in spot in the Eastern Conference in 10th place with their 22-28 record, LaVine has put together

Stephen Curry is practically worshipped by ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith on the latest episode of First Take   On his show, First Take, Stephen A. Smith spoke as if he could kiss Stephen Curry’s feet, and he was more than eager to share one opinion in particular that might be controversial to basketball fans. After

Miles Bridges’ incredible dunk over Clint Capela had the Charlotte Hornets broadcaster spiraling. In the early morning Sunday game, it’s usually hard for NBA players to look alive. Even in a pandemic-dominated world, where going out and enjoying the nightlife isn’t allowed by the league, it can be hard to get up for those earlier

Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports A’s announcer owns D-Backs’ pitcher after giving up game-tying home run (Video) by Braulio Perez Sixers’ Joel Embiid scores off of a Dream Shake that no one saw coming. On Monday night, Embiid channeled Hakeem “The Dream” Olajuwon to successfully pull off the Dream Shake move, scoring on Dallas Mavericks’ Willie

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – NOVEMBER 16: Alize Johnson #24 of the Indiana Pacers warms up before the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on November 16, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions

Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade drops a truth bomb on the identity-less Boston Celtics. This past Tuesday, the Boston Celtics suffered a 106-96 loss to the first-place Philadelphia 76ers, ending their two-game winning streak. With the team hanging on for dear life for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference, nearly everyone is wondering what

Allen Iverson was not in an iconic photo of the 1996 NBA draft class, and he has reflected on why. Nearly 25 years later, the 1996 NBA Draft was a turning point for the league. A run of underclassmen went early for the first time ever, including No. 1 overall pick Allen Iverson. On Sunday

Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images Georgia football: 1 can’t-miss recruit Kirby Smart needs to sign this recruiting class by John Buhler Here’s what a trade to No. 4 would look like for the Bears by Cole Thompson Spencer Dinwiddie was presumed out for the season with a torn ACL, but he is apparently planning a

The past year showed us all how much a privilege sports are, and Bradley Beal had an incredibly authentic conversation about it with his AAU team. Tomorrow isn’t promised. It’s a phrase we often hear in life. It’s not one, however, that we really hear in terms of sports. Of course, coaches and parents try

Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers appears to injure himself against the Golden State Warriors in the third quarter at Staples Center on April 12, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. The Lakers defeated the Warriors 118-116. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User

Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley is slated to hit free agency this summer, but he reportedly wants to stay.  The Utah Jazz sit atop the Western Conference as of this writing, and for good reason. They are premier defenders and can shoot from long distance. This upcoming offseason, however, veteran point guard Mike Conley is

Feb 14, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Orlando Magic center Khem Birch (24) handles the ball against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports Browns ready to shoot their shot with Jadeveon Clowney on Monday by Braulio Perez 1 trade the St. Louis Cardinals should already

Apr 10, 2021; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Toronto Raptors guard Gary Trent Jr. (33) reacts after hitting a three point basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second quarter at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports South Carolina football: Jaycee Horn is perfectly fine with everyone’s fake 40 times by John Buhler Packers:

San Antonio Spurs swingman DeMar DeRozan is reportedly taking a “wide open approach” once he becomes a free agent this upcoming offseason. There is approximately one month left in the NBA regular season. Not only does that mean the playoffs are approaching, it means we are getting closer to free agency. This year’s class is

The San Antonio Spurs beat out multiple teams in the Gorgui Dieng sweepstakes. The best-fitting big man is officially off the NBA buyout market. No, not LaMarcus Aldridge or Andre Drummond, but rather, Gorgui Dieng! As The New York Times’ Marc Stein reported Sunday morning, Dieng, who was recently bought out of the final year

Jayson Tatum made Boston Celtics history with a new career high. Jayson Tatum wasn’t the only 50-point game in the NBA on Friday night, but the young star made Boston Celtics history nevertheless. In a 145-136 overtime win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, Tatum was sensational for the Celtics at home, finishing his night with a

RJ Barrett hit a tough shot to force overtime for the New York Knicks. Not only were there a pair of 50-point games in the NBA on Friday night, but there were also a pair of overtime games to enjoy. While Jayson Tatum’s career-high 53 points led the Boston Celtics past the Minnesota Timberwolves in

R.J. Barrett is only 20 years old, and yet the former Duke standout is taking center stage for the New York Knicks in their Cinderella playoff chase. R.J. Barrett isn’t old enough to have a cocktail at Madison Square Garden. But he’s old enough to make it rock. On Friday night, Barrett had five points

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green does not want to coach after he retires. Even if many pundits think he would be great at it, Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green does not envision himself as a future coach when he does inevitably call it a career. “I think about it, and I don’t think I

Philadelphia 76ers big man Dwight Howard makes light of the age difference between himself and rookie Paul Reed. Dwight Howard has been in the NBA for quite some time. Well, 17 seasons to be exact. After winning the NBA championship for the first time in his career last year with the Los Angeles Lakers, Howard

Philadelphia 76ers big man Joel Embiid knows what he needs to do to become unguardable. With center Joel Embiid having a phenomenal season for the Philadelphia 76ers, he is on the precipice of becoming truly unguardable, in his opinion. For a big man, Embiid knows that getting better at the free-throw line will go a

Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Kike Hernandez blasted his first HR for the Red Sox (Video) by Braulio Perez Yermin Mercedes’ hot start with White Sox continues with outrageous blast (Video) by Alicia de Artola The Bucks are once again without star Giannis Antetokounmpo Thursday night as he continues to deal with soreness.  The