Five NBA observations following the first wave of free agency

LeBron James is a free agent, Jaylen Brown is a Sixer, Kawhi Leonard is a Raptor (again) and the Lakers just bet the farm on Walker Kessler. Here are five observations after the first wave of free agency didn't disappoint.

Celtics owner admits 'fan' in him didn't like trading Jaylen Brown

Brad Stevens reveals the biggest reason for the Brown trade

One big concern limited Brown's trade value

Jayson Tatum's camp wasn't too happy with Brown?

DeMar DeRozan hitting free agency after being waived by Kings

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The '4 3-pointers off the bench in the playoffs' quz

How many of the active players to hit at least four three's off of the bench multiple times in the same NBA Playoff run can you name in five minutes?

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / July 6

Update reveals Mets' trade-deadline plans for Soto, Lindor, Bichette

New York's 37-53 2026 campaign could make for interesting sports-talk discussions over the next handful of months.

Mets' Juan Soto living up to contract despite team's struggles

The Mets have found a leadoff man in A.J. Ewing

Dodgers among potential Aroldis Chapman trade suitors

Tigers' Casey Mize emerging as under-the-radar trade candidate

Can the Yankees’ trade-deadline plans save the team?

Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. makes big admission about concerns

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 6

NFL teams should consider paying pass-catching RBs instead of WRs

With WR prices skyrocketing, NFL teams should consider paying pass-catching RBs instead

Boy, these wide receiver contracts are sure getting expensive.

NFC exec gives 49ers' Christian McCaffrey bulletin-board material

NFL coordinator criticizes Eagles' Saquon Barkley after down season

Insiders pick NFL's best RB between Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs

Lions HC Dan Campbell gets honest about team's potential in 2026

10 bold predictions for 2026 NFL season: Is the Chiefs dynasty over?

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 6

Steelers may be preparing to part ways as a trade is likely on horizon

The Steelers are going to have some tough roster decisions to make by the time the end of training camp comes around, but that is a sign of the franchise having a good amount of talent.

10 bold predictions for the 2026 NFL season: Is the Chiefs dynasty over?

Golf News / Yardbarker / July 6

Storylines for the Genesis Scottish Open: PGA Tour and LIV Golf clash

With only one tournament remaining before the fourth and final major championship of 2026, let's break down the top storylines for the Open Championship tune-up.

Chris Gotterup has three wins in 2026 but ranks only eighth in PGA Tour earnings

Chris Gotterup rallies to win John Deere, third title of 2026

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA all-time rebounding leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA players to grab at least 11,000 rebounds in their career can you name in five minutes?

Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 6

Trump, FIFA and a red card that wasn't: your USMNT Balogun questions, answered

Trump, FIFA and a red card that wasn't: your USMNT Folarin Balogun questions, answered

The United States Men's National Team is set to take on Belgium in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday.

USMNT-Belgium: Three key factors that could decide World Cup knockout match

USMNT receives massive Folarin Balogun update ahead of Round of 16 match against Belgium at FIFA World Cup

Belgium HC Rudi Garcia reacts to FIFA rescinding Folarin Balogun's suspension ahead of World Cup tilt

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 6

In the midst of poor 2026 season, top five a 'normal day' for Alex Bowman at Chicagoland

Alex Bowman is in the midst of his worst season since joining Hendrick Motorsports in 2018, but Chicagoland Speedway was old reliable for the Tucson, Ariz. native on Sunday.

NASCAR eero 400 preview: Favorite, underdog, top storylines

Here's who advanced to Round 3 of NASCAR's In-Season Challenge

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / July 6

The Mets have found a leadoff man in A.J. Ewing

The New York Mets (37-53) season has not been what owner Steve Cohen wanted, but there have been a few bright spots. One has been the emergence of center fielder A.J.

Update reveals Mets' trade-deadline plans for Juan Soto, Francisco Lindor, Bo Bichette

A favorite has emerged for Mets’ manager vacancy

Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 6

USMNT's Pochettino stirs the pot with Balogun controversy

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino stirs the pot with Folarin Balogun controversy

While the USMNT may have cut a massive break with Balogun's rescinded red card, it has also become the team everyone loves to hate.

USMNT-Belgium: Three key factors that could decide World Cup knockout match

USMNT receives massive Folarin Balogun update ahead of Round of 16 match against Belgium at FIFA World Cup

Belgium HC Rudi Garcia reacts to FIFA rescinding Folarin Balogun's suspension ahead of World Cup tilt

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20 movies that had twist endings which left audiences stunned

Golden State Warriors News / Yardbarker / July 6

Warriors face big hurdle in potential Jimmy Butler trade

The Warriors may have to face an unpleasant reality if trading Butler is part of their plans to rework the roster for the final stages of Steph Curry's career.

Draymond Green teases huge Warriors move in free agency

Green's Warriors future could depend on LeBron James

Would 76ers consider trading Joel Embiid?

There might be a front-runner for a Kevin Durant trade

Interesting update surfaces about Trey Murphy III trade

Peyton Watson’s contract demands in free agency have been revealed

Golf News / Yardbarker / July 6

Chris Gotterup has three wins in 2026 but ranks only eighth in PGA Tour earnings

Chris Gotterup fired a 9-under 62 in the final round of the John Deere Classic to become the first player to win three solo PGA Tour events this season, but his earnings still lag behind those of some of the sport's other top players.

Storylines for the John Deere Classic: Golf's next superstar arrives

Jordan Spieth highlights a major issue the PGA Tour needs to fix

Caleb Williams News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Season passing-leaders by team' quiz

How many of the QBs with the most passing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 6

UEFA slams FIFA for crossing 'red line' after lifting Balogun's suspension

UEFA slams FIFA for crossing 'red line' after lifting Folarin Balogun's suspension

Belgium, which reportedly received the right to appeal the decision before Monday night's game in Seattle, argued the suspension should have been upheld. UEFA agreed with that stance.

Landon Donovan, Wayne Rooney react to shocking Folarin Balogun decision as Belgium receives right to appeal

Norway coach rips FIFA's decision to allow USMNT's Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium

Belgium HC Rudi Garcia reacts to FIFA rescinding Folarin Balogun's suspension ahead of World Cup tilt

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The 'Most MLB All-Star Games' quiz

The 'Wimbledon men's champions' quiz

The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz

The '2018-19 PPG leaders by team' quiz

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / July 6

Red Sox rotation is stuck between a rock and hard place after Ranger Suárez injury

Injuries continue to plague the Boston Red Sox's starting rotation, with Ranger Suarez becoming the latest pitcher to sustain an injury while pitching for the team this season. Starting for Boston in Sunday's series finale with the Los Angeles Angels, Suarez left the game after 2 and 2/3 innings with left abductor tightness.

MLB power rankings: National League dominates top spots

Phillies' Bryce Harper needs to do one more 'big thing' before 2026 MLB Home Run Derby

Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 6

Brazil flops, Erling Haaland shines and Jude Bellingham joins elite company

World Cup 2026 Sunday takeaways: Erling Haaland shines; Jude Bellingham joins elite company

Four of the eight 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinalists are set. On Sunday, Norway and England advanced after wins over Brazil and Mexico. They will play each other in the next round at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami (Fox/Telemundo, 5 p.m.

Ten-man England outlast Mexico to reach World Cup quarterfinals

Brazil's run of World Cup disappointment continues with loss

Neymar makes major announcement after Brazil's World Cup exit

Paraguay goalie explains disrespectful move against Kylian Mbappe

More World Cup takeaways: Morocco, France advance to quarterfinals

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / July 6

NFL insider thinks Kelce-Swift wedding gave hint about future of Chiefs star

NFL insider thinks Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift wedding gave hint about future of Chiefs star

Kelce turns 37 years old this coming fall.

Travis Kelce’s former teammate jokes about missing Taylor Swift’s wedding invite

49ers TE George Kittle gives his 'Mount Rushmore' of tight ends

10 bold predictions for the 2026 NFL season: Is the Chiefs dynasty over?

NFL News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '1K-yard,15-rushing-TD seasons' quiz

How many of the NFL players to rack up at least 1,000 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns in the same season can you name in seven minutes?

Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 6

Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane reflect on guiding England to World Cup win over Mexico

Jude Bellingham scored a pair of first-half goals in 98 seconds, and Harry Kane converted from the penalty spot in the second half to help England earn a 3-2 win over Mexico to advance to the World Cup quarterfinals.

World Cup 2026 Sunday takeaways: Erling Haaland shines; Jude Bellingham joins elite company

Paraguay goalkeeper explains his disrespectful move against Kylian Mbappe

World Cup 2026 Saturday takeaways: Morocco, France advance to quarterfinals

Tennis News / Yardbarker / July 5

Sabalenka again expresses burnout following Wimbledon loss to Osaka

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka again expresses burnout following Wimbledon loss to Naomi Osaka

After dominating the tennis world for nearly five years now, Sabalenka just may be exhausted.

Jessica Pegula avoids upset, advances to quarters at Wimbledon

American women on best Wimbledon run since 2002 heading into R16

Serena Williams makes announcement about Wimbledon comeback

Novak Djokovic sets another record en route to Wimbledon quarters

Jannik Sinner overcame foot injury in first match at Wimbledon

Carlos Beltran News / Yardbarker / July 6

A favorite has emerged for Mets’ manager vacancy

Former manager Carlos Mendoza was relieved of his duties in June.

Juan Soto had interesting comments about his relationship with Francisco Lindor

Mets owner drops hint about tension between 2 star players

Braves flash promising stat in much-needed series-opening win vs. Mets

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 6

10 bold predictions for the 2026 NFL season: Is the Chiefs dynasty over?

Here are 10 bold predictions for the 2026 season.

Vikings' J.J. McCarthy, Kyler Murray QB competition could 'get ugly'

How will Lions backfield fare after trade that left David Montgomery 'sick'?

Shedeur Sanders, Deshaun Watson QB competition dubbed a 'problem'

Aaron Rodgers gets good news in latest Steelers projection

Steelers have shocking rookie expected to lead team in playing time

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 5

Aaron Judge's absence shows how much he means to Yankees' success

When he is healthy, there are few players in baseball more dominant and game-changing offensively than New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge. He is one of the greatest right-handed hitters of this era, a yearly MVP contender and as feared a hitter as there is in baseball.

Can the Yankees’ trade-deadline plans save the team?

Padres stuck between rock and hard place before trade deadline

A favorite has emerged for Mets’ manager vacancy

Marlins' outrageous Eury Perez decision nearly costs them

Jhoan Duran has 'dream come true' after first All-Star selection

Phillies star needs to do one more 'big thing' before Home Run Derby