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Braden Fiske doesn’t think the Los Angeles Rams necessarily traded for a normal man when they acquired Myles Garrett in the offseason. “Not all men are created equal,” said Fiske this week. Could Garrett’s presence help Fiske become the most man he’s ever been on the field? “Not all men are created equal, that’s for […]
Tony Parker is involved in negotiations to sell ASVEL to the Buss family, the former owners of the Los Angeles Lakers, according to Gabriel Pantel-Jouve of BeBasket. The discussions are expected to extend beyond the initial target of September, with an agreement now more likely to be completed before the end of 2026. The ownership […] The post Tony Parker explores ASVEL sale to Buss family appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
As the Toronto Raptors patiently await the fate of Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers, here’s what sports history suggests could be in store for all parties involved. Joe Smith precedent The closest comparison is Joe Smith, who played 16 years in the NBA between 1995 and 2011. Before the 2000 season, it was […]
The Dodgers are back in the win column for the first time since July 30, as they took an extra-inning thriller against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday to end a seven-game skid. Shohei Ohtani provided the deciding run, grounding an infield single to bring home Kyle Tucker to give the Dodgers a 2-1 lead with […]
Trudging through a quiet offense and a shaky bullpen, the Los Angeles Dodgers finally snapped their seven-game losing streak on Saturday. Defeating division rivals the Arizona Diamondbacks 2-1, the Dodgers extended their lead to 8.5 games over them. And following this hard-fought win, manager Dave Roberts voiced an honest confession. “Oh man, that was a tough […] The post “A Tough One”: Dave Roberts Dishes Honest Words After Dodgers Finally Put an End to 7-Game Losing Streak appeared first o...
Tarik Skubal has started only one game for the defending World Series champions, the Los Angeles Dodgers, and is already dreaming of returning to his former club, the Detroit Tigers. But it has nothing to do with the Dodgers and everything to do with his love for Detroit, per Skubal. While his longing for his […] The post “Put a Muzzle on Him”: Former GM Calls Out Dodgers’ Tarik Skubal Over Tigers Reunion Comment appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Nearly a week to put together a large enough amount of links and notes; that’s how it goes… “I was dealing with a lot. I was super depressed. My dad was rushed to the hospital, and my dad passed away while I was on the court. And then my dad died, then my coach died […]
The 2027 NBA Free Agency class is shaping up to be one of the greatest in modern memory and we rank the 20 best players in terms of impact.
Blake Snell is finally ready to get back to work, and he could not be more excited about it. The two-time Cy Young winner is set to rejoin the Dodgers’ rotation Tuesday against the Kansas City Royals at Dodger Stadium, ending a lengthy stint on the injured list. Speaking with SportsNet LA’s Kirsten Watson ahead […] The post Why Dodgers pitcher Blake Snell ‘can’t wait’ for Tuesday return at Dodger Stadium appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Shaquille O’Neal believes the Los Angeles Lakers began moving on from LeBron James when they acquired Luka Doncic, even though the two superstars spent the 2025-26 season together. O’Neal told Heavy that the decision reflected the business side of the NBA and the Lakers’ desire to build around a younger superstar. “No, it’s what we […] The post Shaq: Lakers moved on from LeBron James when they acquired Luka Doncic appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Russell Westbrook is approaching free agency without making his next destination a priority, saying his focus remains on playing basketball as the 37-year-old guard evaluates his options for the 2026-27 season. “I don’t think about it honestly. I love playing basketball and if it happens, it works and that’s my plan,” Westbrook said of his […] The post Russell Westbrook keeps focus on basketball amid free agency appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Los Angeles Lakers could eventually be forced to trade Austin Reaves because their Walker Kessler deal left them with limited avenues to improve the roster, according to Zach Lowe. Lowe argued that Los Angeles has exhausted much of its trade capital after sending two unprotected first-round picks and two pick swaps to Utah for […] The post Lakers may be forced to trade Austin Reaves, says Zach Lowe appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Ty Simpson is going to see the field during the preseason for the Los Angeles Rams. Coach Sean McVay confirmed as much this weekend. Ideally, he’ll play quite a bit. But while it’s completely understandable if Rams fans want to see him ball out and go ballistic during the exhibition slate, that feels like a […]
Savannah James had her Pretty Woman moment. But it’s not as fun as it looks in a movie. The wife of NBA superstar LeBron James and her close friend and co-host of the Everybody’s Crazy podcast, April McDaniel, recently detailed a pair of jaw-dropping high-fashion retail encounters in Europe. The treatment they received was so bad that […] The post LeBron James’ Wife Savannah Claims Ill Treatment Led to Hermès Employee’s Firing, Chanel Store Shutdown appeared first on EssentiallySports .
After over a week without a win, the Los Angeles Dodgers finally got the W in their second of three games against the Arizona Diamondbacks, with Jack Dreyer securing his first save of the 2026 season in extra innings after Edwin Diaz blew a 1-0 lead heading into the ninth. Discussing what it was like […] The post Jack Dreyer credits next man up mentality for breaking Dodgers’ losing streak appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Lakers once came close to changing the NBA landscape forever. Kawhi Leonard seemed like the missing piece of a potential superteam with LeBron James and Anthony Davis. Yet, the LA side walked away from the opportunity. At the time, it looked like the franchise had simply lost a free agent battle. New details now […] The post Report Confirms Lakers’ Decision on Kawhi Leonard After Free Agency Chance appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Los Angeles Dodgers finally have a win to show for one of the strangest weeks of their season. Los Angeles snapped its seven-game losing streak with a wild 2-1 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks in 10 innings on Saturday, a game that looked all but lost when closer Edwin Diaz nearly blew it once […] The post Dodgers overcome blown Edwin Diaz save to end losing streak appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Los Angeles Lakers need help at forward, and Ben Simmons, a free agent looking for a home, could be worth a flier. The post Ben Simmons Could Solve the Lakers’ Forward Problem With Low Risk appeared first on LA Sports Report.
It was a week ago today that Tarik Skubal was dealt to the Dodgers in a blockbuster move, with the Tigers receiving right-hander River Ryan and two prospects (outfielder Zyhir Hope, right-hander Brady Smith) in return for the two-time AL Cy Young Award winner. ESPN’s Jeff Passan and The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal shared some interesting […]
The Dodgers are finally back in the win column, as they came away with a 2-1, 10-inning win against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday. It was another dormant showing from the Dodgers offense, as Brandon Pfaadt worked around a one-out walk from Andy Pages in the top of the first by getting a ground ball […]
Landing Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz might have put the Los Angeles Lakers in a tough spot regarding Austin Reaves’ future with the franchise. Kessler completed the fourth season of his NBA career with the Jazz. He recovered from shoulder surgery as he missed all but five games throughout the 2025-26 season. The young […] The post Zach Lowe reveals how Walker Kessler could ‘trap’ Lakers into Austin Reaves trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Three-time All-Star Ben Simmons teased a return to the NBA on social media.
The Dallas Mavericks became Cooper Flagg's team from pretty much the moment he stepped on the court to begin his career last season. Everything they do going forward will be to build around the 19-year-old phenom. That means, for those players on the wrong side of 25, their time in Dallas will be short. Aside from Kyrie Irving (for now), several of the more veteran Mavs are on the trade block this summer. REPORT: The Dallas Mavericks are open to trading Klay Thompson, PJ Washington...
From Nick Nurse and the 76ers' grand superteam experiment, to JJ Redick and the Lakers navigating life post-LeBron, these NBA coaches face the most pressure next season.
On Saturday night, Leagues Cup soccer continues with Toluca of Liga MX taking on LAFC of the MLS. The Leagues Cup tournament provides soccer fans with a chance to enjoy intense action between American and Mexican teams, a historic rivalry…