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Lakers star LeBron James a game-time decision Friday vs. Celtics

The Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics renew their rivalry for the first time in the 2021-2022 NBA season on Friday, but the biggest star may not join his teammates on the court.

Islanders place captain Anders Lee, Ross Johnston in COVID protocol

The New York Islanders are supposed to open their brand new arena Saturday night, but they may be without their captain for the festivities.

Former NFL RB Zac Stacy arrested, facing aggravated battery, criminal mischief charges

Videos showing the graphic and disturbing domestic abuse, allegedly committed by former NFL running back Zac Stacy against ex-girlfriend Kris Evans, quickly circulated across the internet on Thursday.

Rangers reportedly 'showing interest' in free agent Marcus Semien

Semien, who just finished his ninth MLB season, is coming off of a career-year in his first season with the Toronto Blue Jays.

Aaron Rodgers misses practice again with toe issue ahead of Vikings game

Rodgers said Wednesday he's «definitely playing» at Minnesota.

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred: Offseason lockout could advance CBA negotiations

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred addressed the state of the labor situation.

Saints HC Sean Payton: Taunting penalties 'being over-officiated'

Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy recently became the latest prominent figure to speak out in favor of the NFL's controversial and widely disliked crackdown

WTA threatens to pull out of China over Peng Shuai's disappearance

The tennis world is demanding answers about the disappearance of Chinese professional tennis player Peng Shuai.

Cavaliers' Kevin Love details tough battle with COVID-19

The Cleveland Cavaliers remain one of the more positive surprises, to date, of the 2021-22 NBA season but lost a key contributor when forward Kevin Love entered the league's health and safety protocols back on Nov. 1.

Raptors HC Nick Nurse: Leading scorer OG Anunoby out for 'a while' with hip pointer

The 24-year-old forward's numbers have risen across the board over the past few years, and he is posting career-highs in points (20.1), assists (2.7), steals (1.5) and minutes per game (37.3) this season.

Report: Rays made record extension offer to Wander Franco

It’s easy to see why the Rays are so bullish on Franco’s long-term outlook.

Report: 'Optimism' that Derrick Henry returns in January

The Titans have not given up on their impact running back returning this season.

The 'Most recent Cy Young winners for every MLB team' quiz

How many of the last Cy Young winners for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray practices for third consecutive day ahead of Week 11 vs. Seahawks

The Arizona Cardinals appear close to finally getting their Pro Bowl starting quarterback back in the lineup.

Canadiens recall 2019 first-round pick Cole Caufield from AHL

The Canadiens will welcome in the Pittsburgh Penguins Thursday night, a game that will likely see Caufield make his return to the lineup. Through the 10 games he played before his stint in the AHL, he had just a single point.

Free-agent All-Star OF Nick Castellanos 'drawing interest' from Giants, Marlins

Castellanos used the opt-out clause in his contract with the Cincinnati Reds two weeks ago to officially became a free agent.

Tristan Thompson blasts struggling Kings after loss to T-Wolves

Thompson has played in 10 of the Kings' first 15 games and is averaging career-lows in points (4.9), rebounds (5.7) and minutes (13.7) per contest.

Ace Justin Verlander staying with Astros on one-year, $25 million deal

Verlander is returning to the Houston Astros on a one-year contract worth $25 million that includes a player option for a second season. 

20 MLB players who could be traded this winter

This season's free-agent class is more exciting than recent years, but that market is not the only avenue teams have to improve.

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray on facing Seahawks: 'If I can play, I'll play'

Kliff Kingsbury said his verdict won't come until later this week and will depend on how Murray physically responds to participating in practice sessions.

Flames' Mikael Backlund fined $5,000 for cross-checking Flyers' Travis Konecny

That is the maximum allowable financial punishment under the collective bargaining agreement.

Canadiens netminder Carey Price skated at practice facility this week

The veteran netminder has yet to play this season after spending 30 days in the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program to treat what has been deemed a substance abuse issue.

Canadiens' Brendan Gallagher fined for apparent sucker punch of Rangers' Barclay Goodrow

The NHL Department of Player Safety could've hit Gallagher with a maximum fine of $5,000, which suggests the league also didn't completely buy what Goodrow attempted to sell Tuesday night.

Robbie Ray, Corbin Burnes win AL, NL Cy Young Awards

The Baseball Writers Association of America revealed the results of Cy Young award balloting this evening.

Staples Center to be renamed Crypto.com Arena

The name change is set to go into effect on Christmas Day in time for the Lakers to host the Brooklyn Nets.

Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov will not require surgery, out week-to-week

When Aleksander Barkov collided with Scott Mayfield Tuesday night, leaving him sprawled out on the ice with obvious pain on his face, Florida Panthers fans held their breath.

NFL strengthening COVID-19 protocols for holiday season

Perhaps it is no surprise the league is beefing up protocols given that COVID cases are on the rise across the country and many players will spend more time with family and friends this holiday season.

Vikings designate Patrick Peterson for return, activate Harrison Smith

The veterans’ returns stand to aid a Vikings pass defense that ranks 14th through nine games.

Joe Flacco to start for Jets on Sunday vs. Dolphins

Flacco is, without a doubt, the best option for the Jets (2-7-0), given that rookie  Zach Wilson is not healthy enough to return to the field after sustaining a PCL sprain and Mike White threw four interceptions in last week's loss.

NFL Chief Medical Officer praises Ben Roethlisberger for self-reporting COVID symptoms

Ben Roethlisberger has received a fair amount of praise from the public for his choice to report he had COVID-like symptoms prior to testing positive for the virus.

Matt Rhule: Panthers 'trending' toward starting Cam Newton vs. Washington

Matt Rhule hasn't officially tapped his starting QB for the weekend's game against the Washington Football Team, but it is looking more and more like Cam Newton is going to get the start over P.J. Walker.

CFP's explanation for ranking Michigan ahead of Michigan State is troubling

Michigan and Michigan State are both 9-1 this season. Michigan State also defeated Michigan when the teams met on Oct. 30 in East Lansing. 

Zion Williamson cleared to participate in contact drills for Pelicans

It's unclear when he'll make his season debut.

Chargers' Joey Bosa, Jerry Tillery placed on reserve/COVID-19 list

The Los Angeles Chargers fell to 5-4 on the season via this past Sunday's loss to the Minnesota Vikings and are facing more bad news ahead of this coming Sunday's prime-time matchup against the 5-3-1 Pittsburgh Steelers. 

Falcons' Cordarrelle Patterson (ankle) on track to miss Patriots game?

If Patterson doesn't play Thursday, Wayne Gallman and Mike Davis would likely split backfield duties against New England.

Report: 'Growing optimism' Lakers star LeBron James could return Friday vs. Celtics

The Los Angeles Lakers have stumbled their way to an uneven 8-7 record through their first 15 games this season, but they may be getting their «King» back soon.

Golden Knights place Jonathan Marchessault in COVID protocol

Things are going from bad to worse for the Vegas Golden Knights.

Mike Krzyzewski's grandson, Duke star freshman Paolo Banchero face DWI charges

The Duke men's basketball team is off to a 3-0 start this season, but Hall of Fame head coach Mike Krzyzewski's swan song has just potentially turned into a nightmare.

Former All-Star SP Noah Syndergaard signs one-year, $21 million deal with Angels

Thor is bolting for Los Angeles.
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