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Adam Stites

Adam Stites is a Southern California native who lives in a new state every three months. He’s perennially disappointed by both the Jacksonville Jaguars and Arizona State Sun Devils. His dog is named Ramsey after the best cornerback in the NFL. You can follow him on Twitter at @AdamStites_.

Warriors' Draymond Green: 'We're not playing good basketball and we're getting punked'

The Golden State Warriors lost to the Orlando Magic on Tuesday night, 94-90, and Draymond Green had harsh things to say about his team's performance.

No. 1 ranked Ashleigh Barty retires from tennis at age 25

Three-time Grand Slam winner and No. 1 ranked Ashleigh Barty shocked the tennis world Tuesday night when she announced her retirement at age 25.

Davante Adams: 'I’ve been a Raiders fan all my life'

Adams sounds pleased to be with the Raiders. 

Report: Dolphins sign three-time Pro Bowl OT Terron Armstead to five-year deal

Three-time Pro Bowl offensive tackle Terron Armstead is joining the Miami Dolphins on a five-year deal.

Colts' Matt Ryan on Falcons: 'It was time to go in a different direction'

After 14 seasons with the Atlanta Falcons, Matt Ryan will be wearing a new uniform in 2022 after getting traded to the Indianapolis Colts on Monday. In his first press conference in Indianapolis, Ryan said he isn't lamenting the change.

Jorge Masvidal charged with felony battery for attacking Colby Covington

Less than three weeks after Colby Covington beat Jorge Masvidal via unanimous decision at UFC 272, Miami Beach Police say Masvidal attacked Covington in front of a restaurant Monday night.

Penguins acquire Rickard Rakell in trade with Ducks

Rakell, 28, has spent his entire career with Anaheim after he was picked by the team in the first round of the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.

76ers beat first-place Heat without Joel Embiid, James Harden

The Philadelphia 76ers were without James Harden and Joel Embiid for a crucial game against the Miami Heat on Monday, but found a way to get a 113-106 win anyway.

Watch: LeBron James posterizes former Cavs teammate Kevin Love

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James was happy to see his former Cleveland Cavaliers teammate Kevin Love before tipoff of a game Monday night, but he didn't hold back when Love was between him and the rim.

Phil Mickelson to miss Masters for first time in 28 years

While Mickelson has been ruled out for the tournament, which will begin April 7, five-time Masters champion Tiger Woods is still listed as an invitee.

Falcons GM: Matt Ryan trade will 'improve our organization for the long term'

Matt Ryan's 14-year run with the Atlanta Falcons, which included NFL MVP honors in 2016 and a run to Super Bowl LI, came to an abrupt and unceremonious end Monday with a trade to the Indianapolis Colts.

Trail Blazers rule out Damian Lillard for the remainder of season

The Portland Trail Blazers announced Monday that star point guard Damian Lillard is making progress in his recovery from an abdominal injury but will miss the remainder of the season.

Report: LSU to hire Murray State's Matt McMahon as men's basketball coach

LSU has found its replacement for Will Wade in Murray State's Matt McMahon, who is set to be named the university's new men's basketball coach, according to ESPN's Pete Thamel.

Barcelona dominates Real Madrid, 4-0, in El Clasico

Real Madrid's five match El Clásico winning streak came to an emphatic end Sunday with a 4-0 loss to Barcelona. The win was Barcelona's first against Real Madrid since March 2019.

Illinois coach says controversial technical foul 'killed momentum' vs. Houston

The Houston Cougars earned a spot in the Sweet 16 with a 68-53 win against Illinois, but it was a technical foul in the second half that was the subject of discussion after the game.

Bengals finalizing deal with former Cowboys OT La'el Collins

While the Bengals won the AFC championship last season, the team finished the regular season with the third-most sacks allowed. Collins should help in that department.

GM Andrew Berry: Browns did 'extensive' investigation of Deshaun Watson before trade

The Browns explained their reasoning for acquiring Watson, despite his legal troubles relating to allegations of sexual misconduct.

No. 10 Creighton upsets Caitlin Clark-led Iowa in women's tourney

Creighton is headed to its first-ever Sweet 16 in women's basketball.

Max Verstappen breaks down in final laps of first race of Formula 1 season

Defending Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen had a nightmarish start to the 2022 season Sunday when he was unable to finish the Bahrain Grand Prix.

Report: Mississippi State tabs New Mexico State's Chris Jans as new basketball coach

The Mississippi State Bulldogs are finalizing a deal to make New Mexico State's Chris Jans their new men's basketball coach.

Red Sox land two-time All-Star shortstop Trevor Story on $140 million deal

The Boston Red Sox reached an agreement on a six-year, $140 million deal with free agent shortstop Trevor Story.

Rams sign Matthew Stafford to four-year, $160M extension after Super Bowl win

The Rams signed Stafford to a contract extension that will likely allow him to finish his career in Los Angeles.

Browns trade QB Case Keenum to Bills a day after Deshaun Watson deal

In nine NFL seasons, Keenum has made 64 career starts with 78 touchdown passes and 48 interceptions.

Cordarrelle Patterson re-signs with Falcons after career year

The Falcons reached a two-year, $10.5 million deal with Patterson to keep him in Atlanta.