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In the 1980s, the question was “Where’s the beef?” In 2020 it’s, “Where’s the games?” While the market for gaming is juicier than ever, console launches can be a bit thin when it comes to launch titles. Early reveals for games for this upcoming generation have been promising, though, and gamer looking towards the next generation of … Continue reading Xbox Series X games, backwards compatibility details & more for Microsoft’s new console Continue Reading →

Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard is battling a foot injury, but coach Terry Stotts believes the issue is nothing serious. Lillard sat out the Trail Blazers’ scrimmage against the reigning NBA champion Raptors on Sunday.   Willie Monroe Jr. ready to answer Canelo’s call The Trail Blazers, ninth in the Western Conference, are scheduled to restart their … Continue reading Trail Blazers hopeful about Damian Lillard foot injury Continue Reading →

Kyrie Irving has committed $1.5 million to help pay WNBA players who have opted out of the 2020 season due to the coronavirus pandemic or social justice movements. The latest WNBA campaign belatedly got under way behind closed doors on Saturday, but some stars have decided to sit out this year.   Willie Monroe Jr. … Continue reading Kyrie Irving pledges $1.5M to support WNBA players opting out of 2020 season Continue Reading →

The Seahawks had an abrupt end to their first “Legion of Boom.” With Saturday’s blockbuster trade for former Jets safety Jamal Adams, they can finally feel great about the potential for a real sequel. Two offseasons after Seattle’s secondary started to break up, the team can be confident that it has a complete playmaking group again. … Continue reading How Jamal Adams completes Seahawks’ sneaky rebuild of new ‘Legion of Boom’ Continue Reading →

Michael Thompson landed the second PGA Tour title of his career Sunday when he held his nerve on the final day of the 3M Open in Minnesota. Thompson’s win at TPC Twin Cities ended a barren run that followed his breakthrough triumph in the 2013 Honda Classic.   Willie Monroe Jr. ready to answer Canelo’s call Birdies … Continue reading Michael Thompson ends seven-year drought with win at 3M Open Continue Reading →

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown played down concerns after Joel Embiid sat out the team’s scrimmage because of a calf problem. Embiid missed Sunday’s 102-97 loss to the Thunder as the 76ers stepped up preparations for their NBA return against the Pacers outside Orlando, Fla., on Aug. 1.   Willie Monroe Jr. ready to answer … Continue reading 76ers coach Brett Brown plays down concerns after Joel Embiid sits out scrimmage Continue Reading →

And it has come to the inevitable. The Marlins are facing a COVID-19 outbreak in their clubhouse, according to multiple reports, with 11 of 33 position players (roster and taxi squad) testing positive for the coronavirus. After the Marlins’ home opener against the Orioles was banged on Monday, the Yankees vs. Phillies matchup in Philadelphia — where the Marlins … Continue reading Will MLB cancel the 2020 season? Breaking down possible next steps after Marlins coronavirus outbreak Continue Reading →

Israel Adesanya is still keen to defend his UFC middleweight title against Darren Till, despite Till’s defeat to Robert Whittaker. Till put up a brave and determined performance against former champion Whittaker in the main event of the final card staged at UFC’s Fight Island.   Chatting with Kyle Juszczyk on the 49ers season that … Continue reading Israel Adesanya still wants to fight defeated Darren Till Continue Reading →

It’s media player-ranking season around the NFL and not everyone’s happy. Nothing gets players, pundits and fans more riled up than listing someone ahead of someone else for their on-field work, because they’re wrong and we’re right. Sporting News has gotten in on the position-by-position fun, already releasing our quarterback, running back, wide receiver and tight end rankings going into the 2020 … Continue reading ‘NFL Top 100’ rankings reaction: Keenan Allen pissed, Allen Robinson dissed, Josh Allen missed Continue Reading →

Netflix’s documentary series is focusing on Laney College in Season 5 of “Last Chance U,” which means coach John Beam is brought into the national spotlight. Beam is a Hall of Fame football coach who should be a bit of a departure from the coaches we’ve already seen on the program. Of course it’s difficult for anyone … Continue reading Who is John Beam? 5 facts to know about the new ‘Last Chance U’ coach Continue Reading →