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NBA: Los Angeles Lakers-Media Day

Anthony Davis explains decision to take long-term deal with Lakers

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Re-signing with the Los Angeles Lakers was expected for Anthony Davis, but the contract duration was quite shocking to many….

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‘Friday Night SmackDown’ (12/11) Results And Review: Women’s Title Main Event, Kevin Owens Calls Out Roman Reigns, And More

Friday Night SmackDown took place inside the WWE ThunderDome at Tropicana Field in St. Petersberg Florida with virtual fans in…

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UFC Performance Based Fighter Rankings: Lightweights: Feb 18/22

The Livest Dog at UFC 256: Renato Moicano

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  Watch live sports and ESPN originals on ESPN+ for only $4.99 a month. Start your 7-day free trial today!…

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Flashback 1986: Walter Stanley Keys Packers Last Minute Thanksgiving Day Win Over Lions

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The Green Bay Packers scored their biggest win of the 1986 season on Thanksgiving Day in Detroit and they did…

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UFC Performance Based Fighter Rankings: Light Heavyweights: Dec 11/20

There is constant debate about the “official” UFC fighter rankings, which are based on voting from a panel of journalists….

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UFC 252 Fighter Salaries & Incentive Pay

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The greatest heavyweight of all-time? Perhaps, but one thing is for certain – Stipe Miocic was the top earner at…

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The cost of an organized front office

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There has been a lot of news lately out of the Twins organization. First, the long rumored restructuring of Minor League Baseball…

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Pens Feeling Claustrophobic in New Division feat. PJ Morton

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“Well, suck me sideways!” – Lloyd Christmas That didn’t last long.  After it looked like an on-time NHL start was…

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Report: NHL Planning For January 13th, 2021 To Start 2020-21 Season

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January 1st is a long-gone as a date for all of us to see a return of NHL action, but…

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Savoie’s Early Impact in Denver

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The majority of 2020 hasn’t brought many good stories in the hockey world, but down in Denver, an Oilers prospect…

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UFC 256: Figueiredo vs Moreno Fighter Salaries & Incentive Pay

UFC 256: Figueiredo vs Moreno Fight Card

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UFC 256: Figueiredo vs Moreno Dec 12, 2020 UFC APEX Las Vegas, Nevada   UFC 255: Figueiredo vs Moreno Fight…

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UFC 223 Fighter Salaries, Incentive Pay, Attendance & Gate

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The uncrowned king of the lightweights finally has his crown, and Khabib Nurmagomedov was also the top earner last night…

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Paul George lands max extension with Clippers

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Paul George and the Los Angeles Clippers show loyalty to each other with a new contract extension.  Paul George’s lone…

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NBA: Playoffs-Milwaukee Bucks at Miami Heat

Giannis Antetokounmpo not worried about potential contract extension with Bucks

The Bucks spent big money and leveraged draft capital to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo happy, in hopes of him signing a…

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‘NXT’ (12/9) Results And Review: Former Champion Returns, Finn Balor Appears, And More

NXT took place at the Capital Wrestling Center in Orlando Florida and it was the fallout show from War Games….

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NBA: Washington Wizards at Houston Rockets

Could John Wall help Rockets keep James Harden happy?

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Now that John Wall is with the Houston Rockets, could that help keep James Harden on board? Right now, the…

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Bellator Performance Based Fighter Rankings: Women’s Featherweights: Dec 9/20

There is constant debate about fighter rankings, which are normally based on voting from a panel of journalists.  Such is…

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NHL leaks news of Connecticut expansion

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The NHL released their brand new “Reverse Retro” jerseys to much fanfare last month, and they were well received across…

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NBA: Playoffs-Los Angeles Lakers at Portland Trail Blazers

Damian Lillard explains why NBA games were ‘way easier’ in Orlando bubble

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The scoring in the Orlando bubble was much higher than anticipated, as a number of guys — guards, especially —…

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Invicta FC Performance Based Fighter Rankings: Pound for Pound: Dec 8/20

There is constant debate about fighter rankings, which are normally based on voting from a panel of journalists.  Such is…

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NBA: Houston Rockets at Indiana Pacers

Rockets’ James Harden is back in Houston

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Houston Rockets star guard James Harden is back in town as trade rumors fire up once again. James Harden has…

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NBA: Playoffs-Dallas Mavericks at Los Angeles Clippers

Your Morning Dump… Where the NBA is floating stiff penalties for breaking quarantine

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Every morning, we compile the links of the day and dump them here… highlighting the big storyline. Because there’s nothing…

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NBA: Playoffs-Los Angeles Clippers at Denver Nuggets

Ivica Zubac, Clippers fueled by ‘negative talk’ from critics

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The Clippers were the most disappointing team in the Orlando bubble earlier this year, suffering a second-round playoffs collapse at…

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NBA: Playoffs-Boston Celtics at Miami Heat

Celtics’ Kemba Walker to miss start of 2020-2021 season

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Boston Celtics guard Kemba Walker will miss the start of the 2020-2021 NBA season.  The Boston Celtics are set to…

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NBA: San Antonio Spurs at Dallas Mavericks

Mark Cuban likens Luka Doncic to Magic Johnson

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Magic Johnson is viewed by many to be the greatest passers of all time, as his vision, physical abilities and…

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Monday Night Raw

‘Monday Night Raw’ (12/7) Results And Review: Bray Wyatt Takes On Randy Orton, Sheamus And Drew Have An Altercation, And More

Monday Night Raw took place inside the WWE ThunderDome at the Amway Center in Orlando Florida with virtual fans in…

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Your Daily Cartoon: Paying tribute to Dick Allen

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One of the most aggressive, fearsome hitters the MLB has ever seen — Dick Allen — passed away on Monday,…

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NBA: Golden State Warriors at Minnesota Timberwolves

Warriors’ James Wiseman, Draymond Green out with COVID-19

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Golden State Warriors stars James Wiseman and Draymond Green are out at the start of camp this offseason. The tough…

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MMA Fight Announcement Tracker: Jan 26/21

UFC Performance Based Fighter Rankings: Heavyweights: Dec 7/20

There is constant debate about the “official” UFC fighter rankings, which are based on voting from a panel of journalists….

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