Pascal Siakam, the All-Star forward, has made the decision to remain with the Indiana Pacers and sign a lucrative four-year, $189.5 million maximum contract, as per sources from ESPN. This news comes after Pacers‘ president of basketball operations, Kevin Pritchard, and general manager, Chad Buchanan, extended the max offer to Siakam and his agents, Todd
Germany’s victory over Hungary in Group A not only secured their place in the knockout stage of Euro 2024 but also marked their first competitive win over Hungary since the 1954 World Cup final. The 2-0 win showcased Germany’s dominance on the field, with goals from Jamal Musiala and İlkay Gündoğan sealing the deal. Fans
The Chicago Cubs made a difficult announcement on Wednesday, revealing that veteran catcher Yan Gomes has been designated for assignment. Gomes, who has had a 13-year career in the MLB, was playing on a $6 million option in his third season with the Cubs. However, his performance on the field has been subpar, hitting a
The New Jersey Devils have made a significant move by acquiring goaltender Jacob Markstrom from the Calgary Flames. This trade involved defenseman Kevin Bahl and a top-10-protected first-round draft pick in 2025. Markstrom, who waived his no-trade clause to facilitate the transaction, has two seasons remaining on his current contract at $6 million per year.
The Detroit Pistons made a bold move on Wednesday by firing coach Monty Williams after just one season, despite having to absorb the remaining $65 million on his contract. Sources revealed that the decision to dismiss Williams came directly from the ownership level, with Tom Gores and Pistons vice chairman Arn Tellem advocating for his
West Ham is currently facing a challenging battle to retain Mohammed Kudus, with Al Ittihad, a Saudi Pro League team, showing keen interest in signing the forward this summer. Kudus had an impressive debut season at the London Stadium, scoring 14 goals since his move from Ajax a year ago. With Julen Lopetegui taking over
The highly anticipated middleweight main event at UFC Fight Night is set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia with Robert Whittaker going head to head against Ikram Aliskerov. Whittaker, a former UFC champion with a record of 26-7, is ranked No. 4 in the ESPN 185-pound rankings. On the other hand, Aliskerov boasts an
The Minnesota Twins have made the decision to place outfielder Alex Kirilloff on the injured list due to back trouble, following his recent demotion to Triple-A. Kirilloff expressed regret over understating the severity of his injury, as he wanted to continue playing despite experiencing significant soreness and pain in his lower back. This situation highlights
The Washington Commanders recently settled a $1.3 million agreement with the Virginia attorney general following a two-year investigation into the mishandling of season-ticket deposits. This settlement comes after allegations of financial improprieties were brought to light during a congressional investigation. These allegations include how the team handled the return of season-ticket deposits during Dan Snyder’s
It was supposed to be the day of the biggest novelty fight since the epic showdown between Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather back in 2017. However, when former all-time great Mike Tyson had to postpone his scheduled fight with social media influencer turned boxer Jake Paul to November, the July 20th date was left open.
Andy Murray, the three-time Grand Slam champion, celebrated his 1000th tour match with a hard-fought victory over Alexei Popyrin at the ATP Queen’s Club Championships. This win may be his last appearance at the tournament, as he had previously expressed doubts about continuing to play beyond this summer. In February, Murray had raised concerns about
Bellator MMA fans have plenty to look forward to in September as two thrilling title fights have been announced. The Lightweight champion, Usman Nurmagomedov, with an impressive record of 17-0, is set to defend his title against Alexander Shabliy (24-3) on Sept. 7 at the Bellator Champions Series: San Diego. Just one week later, on
The recent announcement of the Adam Johnson Memorial Scholarship has brought renewed attention to the tragic loss of 29-year-old hockey player Adam Johnson, who passed away from a skate cut to the neck while playing in a game in England. Johnson, a former participant in the Bulldog Hockey Camp in Duluth, Minnesota, left behind a
Jacob deGrom, a two-time Cy Young Award winner, recently threw off a mound for the first time since undergoing reconstructive right elbow surgery over a year ago. The 36-year-old pitcher expressed his optimism, stating that he feels great and is taking it one day at a time. The fact that he was able to touch
As the Dallas Mavericks faced a disappointing Game 5 loss to the Boston Celtics, Kyrie Irving walked off the court exchanging embraces and words with his former teammates. Despite a hard-fought season, Irving described the ending as bitter but expressed optimism for the future of the team. The Mavs, led by their young superstar tandem,
The New York Yankees recently received news that their first baseman, Anthony Rizzo, will be out of the lineup for the next four to six weeks due to a fracture in the radial neck of his right arm. This injury was sustained during a collision with Boston Red Sox pitcher Brennan Bernardino. Despite the setback,
In a heart-stopping turn of events, France’s star striker, Kylian Mbappé, suffered a broken nose during the team’s recent match against Austria at the European Championship in Germany. The clash happened late in the game at the Düsseldorf Arena, leaving Mbappé in excruciating pain on the pitch. The severity of the injury initially raised concerns
The lawsuit against the NFL regarding the „Sunday Ticket“ package is shedding light on the league’s stance that the product is premium in both pricing and quality. This information was solidified during NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell’s four-hour testimony in federal court. Goodell emphasized that fans have the choice to invest in this premium product, despite
When „Sugar“ Ray Leonard defeated Wilfred Benitez in a thrilling battle, he solidified his name in the history of boxing. Leonard was able to showcase not only his talent but also his power punching abilities in that fight. This victory marked the beginning of a decorated career that would go down in history as one
The Denver Broncos are currently facing a challenging situation with three quarterbacks vying for the starting position. The battle involves Jarrett Stidham, Zach Wilson, and rookie Bo Nix, all of whom are looking to secure the top spot. This competition is intense, as only one player will emerge as the winner. The pressure is on,
Andy Murray, the 37-year-old Scot, has been reflecting on how he would like to end his tennis career. He expressed that it would be a fitting conclusion for him to retire at either Wimbledon or the Paris Olympics. This sentiment was shared in February, where Murray indicated that he was unlikely to continue playing beyond
The 2024 NHL draft is fast approaching, and hockey fans are buzzing with excitement as they anticipate the next wave of talented prospects entering the league. One name that stands out is Celebrini, the consensus No. 1 prospect in this year’s draft class. His brother, Aiden Celebrini, was a draft pick for the Vancouver Canucks
On Sunday, during the seventh inning of a game against the Kansas City Royals, Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts was hit by a pitch and broke his left hand. The former MVP and seven-time All-Star took a 97.9 mph fastball from Dan Altavilla to the hand, causing him extreme pain and leading to him falling to
Christian Eriksen’s triumphant return to the European Championship stage was nothing short of remarkable. Just three years after a terrifying cardiac arrest during the 2021 tournament, Eriksen found the back of the net for Denmark in their opening match against Slovenia. This momentous occasion marked a truly inspiring comeback for the 32-year-old midfielder. Eriksen’s goal
The anticipation is high as the Boston Celtics gear up to face the Dallas Mavericks in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. The big question on everyone’s mind is whether Kristaps Porzingis will be making a comeback on the court. After missing Games 3 and 4 due to a torn medial retinaculum and dislocated posterior
Robert Whittaker, a seasoned middleweight fighter, has expressed his gratitude towards Ikram Aliskerov for stepping in on short notice to replace Khamzat Chimaev in the upcoming fight in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. However, Whittaker’s appreciation ends there as he is now solely focused on defeating Aliskerov in the Octagon this weekend. The sudden change in opponent
England kicked off their Euro 2024 campaign with a 1-0 win over Serbia, thanks to a powerful header from Jude Bellingham. The 20-year-old midfielder connected with Bukayo Saka’s deflected cross in the 13th minute to give the Three Lions an early lead. Bellingham’s performance set the tone for England’s attacking play and showcased their ability
The recent arrest of Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman, Isaiah Buggs, marks the second time in a month that he has found himself in legal trouble. This time, he was booked on a domestic violence/burglary charge in Alabama. His prior arrest was for two misdemeanor counts of second-degree animal cruelty in Tuscaloosa. These incidents paint