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Blake Harper

Blake Harper is a writer based in New York. He's originally from San Diego and is one of the few Chargers fans left. He doesn't believe in ties and loves elaborate celebrations. Follow him on Twitter @beezyharps 

February 25, 2021  |  Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James says 'tough stretch' might benefit Lakers: 'Best teacher in life is experience'

The Los Angeles Lakers lost their fourth straight game Wednesday night, getting absolutely thrashed by the Utah Jazz. 

February 23, 2021  |  Washington Commanders

Alex Smith felt he didn't get 'a fair shake' with Washington at start of last season

Alex Smith believes that the Washington Football Team was not prepared for him to return from injury last season and he says that the team did not give him "a fair shake" at the start of the season.

February 23, 2021  |  Golf

Tiger Woods sustains multiple leg injuries in single-car crash

Mark Steinberg, Woods' agent, confirmed that it was the 45-year-old who was in the crash.

February 23, 2021  |  Utah Jazz

Mike Conley hopes to stay with Jazz

Mike Conley is set to become an unrestricted free agent after the season, but the veteran point guard is perfectly content to stay in Utah.

February 23, 2021  |  Minnesota Timberwolves

Karl-Anthony Towns 'shocked' when he heard about Ryan Saunders' firing

Of course, anyone who has been following Minnesota the last few years may not be all that shocked that Saunders is no longer the team's coach.

February 23, 2021  |  Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Chris Godwin wants to balance contract with happiness in free agency

The 24-year-old has emerged as one of the best young receivers in the game and will certainly receive some massive offers from teams hoping to convince him to come and play for them.

February 23, 2021  |  Dallas Mavericks

Mavs owner Mark Cuban denies team is exploring trades for Kristaps Porzingis

The Dallas Mavericks were expected by many to be a top team in the Western Conference, but nearly 30 games into the season, they've struggled to even stay in the playoff picture.

February 23, 2021  |  NBA

Lakers interested in Kings center Hassan Whiteside?

The Lakers are expected to bring in a player to round out the roster after waiving fifth-year guard Quinn Cook.

February 23, 2021  |  New Orleans Saints

Alvin Kamara: Drew Brees will 'take his time' on decision to retire or play another year

Most people expect Brees to retire, but his prolonged silence has caused some to speculate if the 42-year-old may give it one last run.

February 23, 2021  |  Houston Rockets

DeMarcus Cousins to be released by Houston Rockets

Cousins joined Houston in the offseason but struggled to establish himself as a relevant contributor on the team, being used as a clear backup behind Christian Wood.

February 23, 2021  |  Washington Wizards

Bradley Beal urges caution amid Wizards' winning streak

It makes sense that Beal would not want him or his teammates to get ahead of themselves, as the 11-17 Wizards still have one of the five worst records in the NBA.

February 23, 2021  |  Seattle Seahawks

Linebacker K.J. Wright won't take hometown discount to stay in Seattle

Wright has spent his whole career with the Seahawks, becoming one of the anchors of the defense that helped Seattle reach back-to-back Super Bowls.

February 23, 2021  |  San Francisco 49ers

49ers pass-rusher Nick Bosa believes he'll be 'better' after returning from injury

While last season was a disappointment for the 49ers, they could quickly be back in contention if Bosa and the rest of his teammates are healthy and still play at the level they did in the 2019 season.

February 23, 2021  |  Los Angeles Lakers

Lakers reportedly waive Quinn Cook to open up roster spot

Cook was a part of the Lakers' championship roster last year but has failed to earn a regular spot in the team's rotation this season, averaging less than four minutes per game.

February 18, 2021  |  NBA

NBA All-Star Game will feature team captains, Elam Ending

The NBA announced that the All-Star Game is bringing back two newer traditions that have become popular with fans: team captains and the Elam Ending. "The

February 18, 2021  |  San Diego Padres

Padres manager Jayce Tingler on Tatis extension: 'I think the talent is undeniable'

Fernando Tatis Jr. became one of the highest-paid athletes in the world yesterday, signing a 14-year, $340 million extension with the San Diego Padres, and his manager Jayce Tingler voiced his support.

February 18, 2021  |  NFL

Colts players celebrate Carson Wentz trade on social media

Wentz was acquired via trade from the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for a 2021 third-round pick and a conditional 2022 second-round pick.

February 18, 2021  |  Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Bruce Arians hopes chance to repeat could entice free agents to stay with Bucs

Now that all of the partying and Lombardi-tossing has settled down, the Buccaneers will need to start preparing for next season if they hope to repeat as Super Bowl champs. A huge part of that preparation will be attempting to retain the numerous free agents that helped them win a ring.

February 18, 2021  |  NFL

Eagles trade former No. 2 pick Carson Wentz to Colts

The Philadelphia Eagles have agreed to trade Carson Wentz to the Indianapolis Colts in exchange for a 2021 third-round pick and a 2022 conditional second-round pick that has the potential to turn into a first-round pick.

February 18, 2021  |  Cleveland Cavaliers

Andre Drummond reportedly generating interest from eight to 10 teams

Adding Drummond involves a certain amount of risk for any time, as he is in a contract year, meaning that a team may only have him for the remainder of the season.

February 18, 2021  |  NFL

Colts reportedly unwilling to give up first-round pick for Carson Wentz

While the Eagles are still trying to get a first-round pick out of any deal, the Colts feel no real pressure to make a better offer to the Eagles, since they seem to have outbid everyone else for Wentz.

February 18, 2021  |  New York Giants

Saquon Barkley calls ACL tear 'the weakest moment of my life'

Now, Barkley heads into his fourth season hoping to be healthy and return to form as one of the most dominant running backs in the entire league.

February 18, 2021  |  NFL

NFL salary cap will be at least $180 million for 2021 season

The memo also made it clear that this was not the "final Salary Cap" for the upcoming season but only assures teams that the salary cap will not fall below $180 million.

February 18, 2021  |  Olympics

Seiko Hashimoto selected to replace Yoshiro Mori as Tokyo Olympics Committee President

Hashimoto has a long history with the Olympics as an athlete, as she has participated in seven Olympics, three summer Olympics in cycling and four winter Olympics in speedskating.

February 18, 2021  |  Tennis

Novak Djokovic cruises to Australian Open finals

Djokovic has been absolutely dominant at the Australian Open over the course of his career, going 9-0 in semifinal matches at the season-opening tournament.