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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 

Steph Curry: LeBron James' go-ahead three-pointer reminds him of Kyrie Irving's game-winner in 2016 NBA Finals

In this case, the stakes were much lower but the win did earn the Lakers the seventh seed, as well as escaping the play-in tournament.

Seven charged with homicide in Diego Maradona's death

The Argentinian soccer legend passed away in November due to heart failure just weeks after he underwent brain surgery. He was 60 when he died.

Washington Football Team gives Morgan Moses permission to seek trade

For the upcoming season, Moses is due $7.75 million, all of which would be transferred over to any trade partner's salary cap. He is also due $7.75 million for the 2022 season.

Pablo Andujar upsets Roger Federer at Gonet Geneva Open

Andujar is currently ranked 75th in the world by the ATP.

Suns' Monty Williams voted NBCA Coach of the Year

Williams is considered a favorite to win the NBA's official Coach of the Year award, along with Quin Snyder of the Utah Jazz and Tom Thibodeau of the New York Knicks.

Six-time All-Star Kyle Lowry on NBA future: 'I want more championships'

Lowry could end up staying in Toronto to finish out his career with the Raptors, but he was noncommittal about his future with the team.

Colts teammates praise quarterback Carson Wentz: 'It's going to be special'

If Wentz is as good as Buckner and Hilton are suggesting, Indianapolis should be in position to make the postseason once again and perhaps even become a dark-horse Super Bowl contender.

Bulls reportedly have 'a lot of interest' in Lonzo Ball

Ball will only be a restricted free agent, which means that the Pelicans will have the chance to match any offer made to him in order to keep him.

Ex-Chiefs OT Eric Fisher: 'Tough to watch' Patrick Mahomes face constant pressure in SB

Fisher was not re-signed by the Chiefs following the injury but he will now have the opportunity to protect Carson Wentz, as he signed a one-year deal with the Indianapolis Colts.

Colts considered moving LG Quenton Nelson to T before signing Eric Fisher

Since entering the league in 2018, Nelson has been among the most dominant lineman in the league, having been named a First-Team All-Pro each of his first three seasons.

Did Clippers tank at end of season to 'avoid' Lakers?

Had the Clippers managed to grab one of the top seeds in the Western Conference, they could have faced the Lakers, who will need a win to advance out of the play-in tournament.

Broncos receiver Courtland Sutton: Knee 'feels really good' following ACL injury

Getting Sutton back should be a massive boost for Denver's offense, as the team had one of the worst passing attacks in the league last season.

Noah Syndergaard: Unwritten rules are 'stupid,' baseball has 'gotten soft'

Syndergaard also said that he was in favor of players talking more trash in general, as he said there was nothing wrong with batters celebrating when they hit a home run off a pitcher.

Report: Athletics exploring relocation

The A's have been in Oakland since 1968, but there has been growing discontent with the franchise due to failed plans to build a new ballpark.

Former Hawaii star, NFL QB Colt Brennan dead at 37

Colt passed away on Monday at a hospital in Newport, Calif.. He was in his fifth month in a rehab facility when his body was found unconscious.

Angels manager Joe Maddon on releasing Albert Pujols: 'Divorce is difficult'

Pujols was in the final year of his 10-year, $240 million contract that he signed all the way back in 2012. The 41-year-old had been in clear decline over the last few years.

Bob Baffert: Medina Spirit treated with ointment containing steroid

Baffert said that he will "continue to fight" for Medina Spirit, calling the horse a "deserved champion" while denying any wrongdoing.

Steelers' Devin Bush seems displeased Tim Tebow getting another NFL shot before Colin Kaepernick

The Jaguars bringing Tebow aboard continues to draw reactions across the NFL world.

Falcons QB coach: Matt Ryan 'still performing at a high level'

Despite the Falcons' postseason drought, the numbers mostly support London's statements. Ryan has thrown for at least 4,000 yards and 26 touchdowns while completing over 65% of his passes for three straight years.

Dan Quinn plans to bring new approach as Cowboys defensive coordinator

After being fired as Atlanta Falcons head coach following an 0-5 start to the season, Dan Quinn said that he decided to re-examine his entire defensive scheme

Kent Bazemore on Bradley Beal Twitter attack: 'I guess you can't joke anymore'

After the Warriors win over the Jazz on Monday night, Bazemore was asked about his growing feud with Beal and he said his comments weren't meant to be taken seriously.

'Not everybody' on Jaguars reportedly 'thrilled' with Tim Tebow signing

These concerns are unsurprising, as Tebow's last NFL game was nearly a decade ago, playing an entirely different position.

Ex-teammate James Jones thinks Aaron Rodgers' relationship with Packers is 'fixable'

James Jones became the latest former teammate of Aaron Rodgers to air his opinion on the trade rumors.

Washington Football Team to allow fans at full capacity for 2021 season

The state of Maryland is currently allowing outdoor events at 50 percent capacity, but that number is expected to rise as vaccination rates increase over the next few months.

Pacers suspend assistant coach Greg Foster, fine Goga Bitadze for verbal altercation

Sources say that the two have worked closely together this season and that both are looking "to move past the incident."