Author: Mikesportz
The whirlwind of free agency has quieted to a mild breeze, as most big names have either re-signed with their respective teams or found new homes, while the Los Angeles Lakers languished in a more or less static state. Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report offered a trade proposal on Wednesday, July 3, that would change that by taking on two substantial salaries from the Portland Trailblazers via the acquisitions of Jerami Grant and Robert Williams III. “Both would fill needs as big, capable defenders, although Grant has primarily been a scorer since leaving the Denver Nuggets for the Detroit Pistons…
After playing 199 games for the Steelers, Sam Jones will leave the club this summer as he embarks on a move to Europe. Announcing the news, head coach Aaron Fox said “Sam and I had multiple conversations over the summer and he really wanted to go outside the country and look to build his resume as an import player in Europe. I obviously thanked him for his time here and appreciate what he’s brought into our group. This door isn’t closed and I hope he gets what he’s looking for out of his new opportunity”
Much ink has been spilled on the growing WNBA rivalry between Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark and Chicago Sky’s Angel Reese, both of whom have been not-so-quietly breaking records in their respective rookie seasons. After Clark and Reese were named to the 12-woman WNBA All-Star roster earlier this week, many fans excitedly wondered how the two would get along on the court, having faced off as rivals for so many years. Much ink has been spilled on the growing WNBA rivalry between Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark and Chicago Sky’s Angel Reese, both of whom have been not-so-quietly breaking records in their…
An exponential and deserved growth, considering where it was at this same time last year. The new number 1 of the ATP ranking Jannik Sinner has played 40 matches this year where he achieved 37 victories and 3 defeats, all of which however arrived in the final phase of a tournament. One specific data highlights the enormous steps forward made by the Italian tennis player this season. Sinner got 37 victories and only 3 defeats, matching the record set by Bjorn Borgway back in 1978. Few have done better: only six tennis players throughout history. And the the Serbian champion Novak Djokovic leads this ranking.…
Tennessee football’s James Pearce Jr. remains a top prospect for the 2025 NFL draft based on ESPN’s latest mock draft. The Tennessee Volunteers will have some headline-worthy players on both sides of the football this season, but the biggest name on the team is edge James Pearce Jr. He had a dominant season in 2023 and is looking to stack another one on top of it to ensure he is one of the first names off of the board for the 2025 NFL draft. Pearce Jr. should have nothing to worry about according to ESPN’s Matt Miller and his latest…
News is, [Prescott’s] not 100 percent, and they’ve been betting against the Cowboys the last three days. There’s rumors that he had an MRI. That’s unconfirmed, but that’s the rumors that I’m hearing. Money has been coming against the Cowboys. Their season win number is now down to ten.” Fezzik said. Prescott was seen in a walking boot while on vacation in Cabo San Lucas in a picture posted to X on Wednesday. It was unclear when the picture was taken, and he is no longer wearing the boot, according to the source. The injury is not expected to impact…
Here are some headlines about Leo Borg, Bjorn Borg’s son ¹: – Bjorn Borg’s son Leo wins his opening match at the All England Club – Leo claimed his first ATP Tour win with victory over Elias – He’s got the surname, he’s got the hair, and now he’s got a victory at Wimbledon Here are some current news about Bjorn Borg sports ¹: – Bjorn Borg’s son, Leo, wins his opening match at the All England Club – Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe will return as Laver Cup captains this year – Yannick Noah will take over for Bjorn…
MINNEAPOLIS — CBS Sports’ Pete Prisco has released his annual list of the 100 best players in the NFL, and a handful of current and former Minnesota Vikings made the list. Prisco’s top-ranked Viking won’t surprise anyone, though his placement after an injury-shortened season may. The Vikings lost a pair of players who made the list, while adding one of Prisco’s honorable mentions in free agency. Read on for the full breakdown of Prisco’s picks. No. 7: Justin Jefferson Despite missing seven games last season due to injury, Jefferson holds on to the same spot he did on the 2023…
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms with superstar wideout Justin Jefferson on a contract extension that makes him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. The Vikings confirmed the agreement Monday morning, saying Jefferson is “here to stay.” Jefferson also posted a video announcement at 8:18 a.m., an ode to his No. 18 jersey. “The time has finally come — the deal I’ve been waiting for since I was a little kid,” Jefferson said, adding that he’s been doubted throughout his career. “This whole journey wasn’t easy for me.” Jefferson went on to thank his agent, the team and…
Here are some sweet headlines about Caitlin Clark this week: – “Caitlin Clark Cements Legacy as All-Time Great” – “Clark’s Farewell Tour: Iowa Star Leaves Lasting Impact” – “The Caitlin Clark Era: A Legendary Career Comes to a Close” – “Clark’s Historic Season Ends with Naismith Trophy” – “Iowa’s Caitlin Clark: The Unstoppable Force of Women’s Basketball” These headlines celebrate Caitlin Clark’s remarkable achievements, her impact on the game, and her legacy as one of the greatest players in women’s college basketball history.