Knicks did background work on Deandre Ayton, in touch with backup guards as free agency continues

A few notes on the Knicks’ offseason entering the July 4 weekend… The Knicks are hard-capped at the second apron this season ($207,824,000). They are currently close to the second apron. But they should have enough money to sign another veteran free agent. I don’t know if there is a specific focus for that final roster spot. But the Knicks have been in touch with … Continue reading Knicks did background work on Deandre Ayton, in touch with backup guards as free agency continues

Penn State Loses Out on Five-Star Recruit Immanuel Iheanacho

Penn State Loses Out on Five-Star Recruit Immanuel Iheanacho originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The second overall ranked offensive lineman by ESPN, Immanuel Iheanacho, who was suppose to make his college decison on August 5 instead made his decision a month early on July 3. In a list of his final four schools Oregon, Penn State, LSU, and Auburn, he opted to become a Duck. … Continue reading Penn State Loses Out on Five-Star Recruit Immanuel Iheanacho

Florida Lands in Top 3 of Big-Time Recruit

Florida Lands in Top 3 of Big-Time Recruit originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Florida Gators have had an incredible two days on the recruiting trail. After landing a commitment from four-star defensive lineman Kendall Guervil on Wednesday and four-star safety CJ Hester on Thursday afternoon, UF was dealt some more good news just a few hours later. KJ Ford, a 2026 four-star edge rusher … Continue reading Florida Lands in Top 3 of Big-Time Recruit

Diamondbacks' Torey Lovullo Sends Message After Ketel Marte News

Diamondbacks’ Torey Lovullo Sends Message After Ketel Marte News originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Second baseman Ketel Marte is in his 11th major-league season—his ninth as a member of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Marte began his career with the Seattle Mariners, who signed him as an amateur free agent out of the Dominican Republic. He debuted in 2015 and, after two seasons, was traded—alongside pitcher Taijuan … Continue reading Diamondbacks' Torey Lovullo Sends Message After Ketel Marte News

Mavs assistant God Shammgod joining Magic staff under Jamahl Mosley

ORLANDO, Fla. — Mavericks assistant coach God Shammgod has agreed to join the Magic staff as an assistant coach under Jamahl Mosley, a league source told the Orlando Sentinel on Wednesday night. Shammgod has worked for the Mavericks since 2016 as a player development coach while serving as the head of player culture. A deal to head to Orlando is being finalized, the league source … Continue reading Mavs assistant God Shammgod joining Magic staff under Jamahl Mosley

Stephon Gilmore wants to play in 2025, but it has to be the "right situation"

Free agent cornerback Stephon Gilmore wants to play a 14th NFL season. “I want to play this year,” Gilmore said on The Money Down podcast. “It’s got to be the right situation. You know what I’m saying? It’s got to be the right situation for me. You know what I’m saying? I’m not just going to sign anywhere, so it’s got to be the right … Continue reading Stephon Gilmore wants to play in 2025, but it has to be the "right situation"

Browns Coach Kevin Stefanski Hints at QB Choice for 2025

Browns Coach Kevin Stefanski Hints at QB Choice for 2025 originally appeared on Athlon Sports. There is a four-way battle for the starting quarterback job in Cleveland this offseason, as the Browns attempt to find a replacement for Deshaun Watson, who will miss most of 2025 due to an Achilles injury. With so much variety in the QB room for the Browns, coach Kevin Stefanski … Continue reading Browns Coach Kevin Stefanski Hints at QB Choice for 2025

Yankees' Clarke Schmidt exits start at Toronto after 3 innings with forearm tightness

TORONTO (AP) — New York Yankees right-hander Clarke Schmidt left his start Thursday night against Toronto after three innings because of tightness in his right forearm. Schmidt allowed three runs and four hits, including a home run, before exiting. He walked two and struck out one. Schmidt threw 55 pitches, 31 strikes. Schmidt is 4-4 with a 3.32 ERA in 14 starts. He left a … Continue reading Yankees' Clarke Schmidt exits start at Toronto after 3 innings with forearm tightness

ESPN identifies 49ers wideout as the biggest surprise during their offseason program

The San Francisco 49ers have some small but impactful changes to their wide receiver room this offseason, including trading Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders for a fifth-round pick, signing Demarcus Robinson to a two-year, $8 million deal and having Chris Conley retire. On top of that, they selected Jordan Watkins and Junior Bergen in the fourth and seventh rounds of the 2025 NFL draft, … Continue reading ESPN identifies 49ers wideout as the biggest surprise during their offseason program

Wimbledon recap: Grand Slam champions hold firm as tournament sets seed record

Welcome to the Wimbledon briefing, where will explain the stories behind the stories on each day of the tournament. On day four, the upsets continued and the tournament’s most famous bird did his job. Surprise: there were more upsets at Wimbledon The upset train may have slowed down slightly on Thursday, with the players with pedigree and the small numbers next to their names doing … Continue reading Wimbledon recap: Grand Slam champions hold firm as tournament sets seed record