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28 February 2025
The NBA announced that Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton has been suspended for one game without pay after getting his six Flagrant Foul this season. Claxton entered Monday’s game with five points and picked up a Flagrant Foul 1 in the fourth quarter of the Nets’ 107-99 loss to the Wizards. As punishment, he will miss the team’s next game against the Thunder at Barclays Center and will not be paid…
28 February 2025
Joel Embiid sat out of the 76ers game as his left knee injury continues to cast doubt on whether he’ll be playing in the nearest future. The All-Star center underwent testing Monday, with more scheduled for the following day, and was ruled out for Philadelphia’s 142-110 loss to Chicago. Embiid’s absence from this game marked his 38th missed game of the season. The uncertainty of his return has…
28 February 2025
Andre Iguodala has officially retired his number at The Warriors. He signed to the warriors in 2013, unsure of what the future held for him. Through multiple sacrifices, hard work and consistency, he contributed to four championships, highlighted by an NBA Finals MVP win in 2015, their first title in four decades. Last Sunday the Warriors honored Andre Iguodala as a part of their dynasty by…
28 February 2025
Lawson Crouse scored the game-winning goal with 7:48 left in regulation, leading the Utah Hockey Club to a 2-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks at Delta Center on Tuesday. As Utah continues to build its identity, Crouse believes the team is moving in the right direction. “It’s a lot of fun when we play this way,” he said. “Everyone’s contributing, and it pushes us to be the best we can be. ”…
28 February 2025
Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. returned to action Friday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves after missing 22 games due to a broken left hand. Coming off the bench, Jabari Smith played 38 minutes in Houston’s 121-115 win, finishing with 15 points (including 4-of-6 from three) and nine rebounds before fouling out. “It was just a little bit of everything,” Rockets coach Ime Udoka…
28 February 2025
Angels star Mike Trout is getting back into rhythm, launching his first Cactus League home run against the Reds on Wednesday—his first in-game homer since last April. Starting as the designated hitter after debuting in right field on Monday, Mike Trout crushed a solo shot to left off veteran reliever Bryan Shaw in the third inning. It’s a good sign for the three-time MVP, who plans to maintain a…
28 February 2025
Paul Goldschmidt cherishes his time—playing alongside legends like Albert Pujols, Yadier Molina, and Adam Wainwright, and winning the 2022 NL MVP— he regrets the team’s struggles over the past two seasons, which led to his departure. If his production had been better and St. Louis had made the playoffs, he might still be there instead of joining the Yankees. Now, as he adjusts to a new team, he…
28 February 2025
Sammy Sosa returned to the Cubs’ spring training complex for the first time in over 20 years, amazed by the team’s upgraded facilities. “This building looks like Disney World,” Sosa said with a hearty laugh. “My goodness. Incredible. Beautiful. We didn’t have that when we played. ” Wearing a Cubs uniform for the first time since 2004, Sosa joined as a guest instructor, working with hitters after…
28 February 2025
Bryce Harper expected to be fine after he was hit on his right arm by a fastball moving at 92 mph on Wednesday afternoon at TD Ballpark. His team confirmed that his right triceps is bruised and there was nothing serious, it didn’t even need X-rays. “Fine, I think,” Phillies manager Rob Thomson said after a 9-6 victory over the Blue Jays. “The trainer’s report — we’ll check him tomorrow — but it’s…
28 February 2025
In a late at-bat during Tuesday’s Cactus League game, 18-year-old Padres prospect Leodalis De Vries showed why San Diego is so excited about his potential. Ranked No. 18 among MLB prospects, Leodalis De Vries worked a full count before driving an opposite-field double against the Angels. His performance was nothing short of brilliant, showcasing his patience and control at the plate. “I feel like…
28 February 2025
After missing several days battling a with the flu, Fernando Tatis Jr. is back with the Padres on Wednesday and he wasted no time making up for his absence. In his first live batting practice session, Tatis crushed a towering home run off new teammate Nick Pivetta, showing he’s back in form. After taking full batting practice, Tatis received three live at-bats against Pivetta. He struck out in…
28 February 2025
Basketball Legend Jamal Crawford is launching Courtside Crawsover, a new alternate game telecast blending live analysis, celebrity guests, and sports culture. Co-hosted by former MLB All-Star Dexter Fowler, the show premieres Feb. 27 on NBA League Pass and the NBA app during the Lakers-Timberwolves matchup. Jamal Crawford promises a fresh, exciting take on basketball coverage. “We are bringing…