Author: Mikesportz
Despite their lacklustre record, the Hawks are notable for their ability to avoid blowouts. Atlanta has dropped a lot of close games and blown a lot of leads this season, but they hardly ever lose convincingly from the opening buzzer to the final one. That night was not this one. The Flying pacers dismantled the Hawks whom lost in the most humiliating way of the season—if not in recent memory. The offence was unable to score against what is perhaps the weakest defence in the NBA as the defensive problems reached a breaking point. Despite having the best offence in…
The Raptors and Kings held trade talks centered on Toronto big man Pascal Siakam, but they apparently went nowhere. So the sides have decided not to move forward — at least for the time being. Per Shams Charania of The Athletic, Sacramento decided to call off the discussions. It does not appear as if the sides intend to revisit things anytime soon — but this is the NBA, and things can change quicker than a Steph Curry 3-pointer. The Raptors reportedly are looking to move Siakam ahead of the trade deadline next month, as we relayed here. …
Jayson Tatum registered 30 points, nine rebounds, five assists, a block and a steal as the Celtics improved to 17-0 at TD Garden this season,tying a franchise record. The Boston Celtics improved to 17-0 at TD Garden this season, matching a franchise record set in 1957-58 for their best start at home in a campaign. They did so with a 127-95 win over the Utah Jazz, registering at least 120 points for the ninth-straight game. Fueling that win was a stifling defense, with the hosts playing on a string to limit their guests to 6/28 shooting from beyond the…
Washington football quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has an edge over Michigan football’s J.J. McCarthy as a passer The College Football Playoff national championship game is only three days away with Washington football set to face Michigan football after both teams won during their semifinal matchups. The two quarterbacks who will be leading these teams are the Huskies’ Michael Penix Jr. and the Wolverines’ J.J. McCarthy. Both quarterbacks are undefeated this season, battle tested, and expected to become high NFL draft picks. Despite these similarities, there are some notable differences, which do give Penix the overall advantage in this quarterback battle.…
1. King George In the eight weeks prior to Mason Rudolph taking over as Pittsburgh Steelers starting quarterback, George Pickens averaged 39.3 yards per game. In the two games with Rudolph throwing him the ball, Pickens is averaging 29.7 yards per catch. Between Oct. 29 and Dec. 16 with Kenny Pickett and Mitch Trubisky as his quarterbacks, Pickens totaled one touchdown and two receptions of at least 34 yards. Over the past two games with Rudolph, Pickens has two touchdowns and five receptions of 34 or more yards. Rudolph has targeted Pickens with a team-high 30.6% of…
FRISCO – The Dallas Cowboys quarterback room – and its future – involved a great deal of moving parts. So we can understand how from the outside looking in, those “moving parts” look like complications. But from inside The Star? The “moving parts” involving Dak Prescott, Cooper Rush and Trey Lance actually amounts to a smooth operation and the likelihood of a clear plan. Our 10 answers to your questions about the Cowboys’ plan … Have the Cowboys examined and re-examined the concept from all angles, making sure it’s right? Yes. Is the fact that they didn’t do…
There is little doubt that the Phoenix Suns are one of the most interesting teams to watch in the NBA this season. Although they are currently languishing in the ninth spot in the Western Conference, the Suns are a classic “tune in and watch” team because you never know what their games are going to throw up. With Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal on the roster, the Suns should be winning a lot of games. Instead as a result of injuries and a roster that lacks balance, they find themselves at 18-16, although they are a lot…
Since joining the Rams in November, Carson Wentz rarely has stood still on the sideline. The veteran quarterback bursts into sprints as if he is avoiding a rush. He tosses passes as if he’s engineering a game-winning, two-minute drive. But as Matthew Stafford led the Rams to a playoff spot, Wentz never got the chance to show in a game that he could once again be a viable NFL starter. Could 49ers game be start of something beautiful for Rams’ Carson Wentz? That opportunity arrives Sunday. Coach Sean McVay is resting Stafford and a few other starters,…
DJ Moore is a good start, but Bears must make wide receivers a priority this offseason Receiver DJ Moore was a great pickup for the Bears, who got him as part of trading the No. 1 overall pick of the draft to the Panthers last spring. General manager Ryan Poles thought he had completed that part of the roster. Moore would lead a trio that also featured Darnell Mooney and Chase Claypool. All had high potential, were 26 or younger and were on favorable contracts. The Bears hadn’t looked that well-positioned at receiver in years. That plan unraveled…
With both teams eliminated from the playoffs, the Las Vegas Raiders (-3) Wager $10 on LV To Beat DEN: $16.17 Win by 3: $19.52 To Lose: $23.60 and Denver Broncos (+3) Wager $10 on DEN To Beat LV: $23.60 Lose by less than 3: $18.70 To Lose: $16.17 will be battling it out for pride during this Sunday’s Week 18 matchup. So, this week’s game preview will focus more on the offseason, and Mile High Report’s Ian St. Clair was kind enough to answer a few questions about the future of the Broncos for Raider Nation, sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook.…