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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 

Heat plan to go 'all-in' on acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo next summer

Giannis is set to become a free agent after next season, and rumors are already heating up about the superstar possibly leaving Milwaukee after the team was not able to experience any real playoff success.

Anthony Davis to opt out of current deal, sign contract with Lakers

With Davis' contract seemingly on its way to being sorted out, the Lakers can now focus on making adjustments to the rest of the roster to prepare themselves for defending their title in 2021.

Kyle Shanahan on Super Bowl hangover for 49ers: 'It's frustrating'

To be fair to Shanahan and the 49ers, the team has been decimated with injuries to a level rarely seen in professional sports.

Le'Veon Bell deciding between Bills, Chiefs and Dolphins

Where will Le'Veon Bell end up? It's the question that has dominated conversations amongst NFL fans and experts since he was unexpectedly released by the New York Jets on Tuesday night.

Falcons shut down team facilities after personnel member tests positive

The Falcons are scheduled to play the Minnesota Vikings this Sunday but at this point, the status of the game is certainly in question.

Timberwolves reportedly exploring trading No. 1 pick in draft for 'win-now player'

The Minnesota Timberwolves seem more interested in using their No. 1 pick to maximize their assets.

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan rules out signing Le'Veon Bell: 'I'm good with all our guys'

This makes complete sense for San Francisco, as the one area they are definitely not lacking in talent is the running back position.

Frank Vogel opens up about emotional conversation with Rajon Rondo after Lakers won title

Vogel called up several players on the Lakers, including Rondo, to ensure they were comfortable with their role and knew how much they meant to the team.

Alex Smith reveals why he didn't reach out to Dak Prescott after injury

Smith is certainly no stranger to horrific lower-body injuries.

Should Colts trade for Matt Ryan?

Of course, the question here isn't really if the Colts would do it (you imagine they would), but if the Falcons would actually pull off a trade like this.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar praises LeBron James's 'extraordinary' legacy

Abdul-Jabbar knows what he is talking about when it comes to having an off-court legacy as strong as your on-court play.

Jets reportedly looking to trade former All-Pro RB Le'Veon Bell

The veteran running back has not been a great fit with the team since he signed with New York last year.

Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw out of Game 2 with back spasms, Tony Gonsolin to start

As for Kershaw, he had yet another lights-out season, earning a 2.16 ERA on 10 starts and more importantly, he has been solid in the playoffs so far, allowing three runs in 14 innings of postseason pitching. 

Jerry Jones: Dak Prescott will 'be back out there' with Cowboys

Jones also noted that while the injury was horrific, it is fortunately not one that should linger with the quarterback for the long term.

Jeff Van Gundy set to interview for Rockets' job, Ty Lue now considered favorite

Van Gundy is familiar with Houston, as his last NBA head-coaching stint was for the Rockets for four seasons.

Cristiano Ronaldo tests positive for coronavirus

According to the statement from the PFF, Ronaldo is asymptomatic, as he played for Portugal against France in the Nations League on Sunday, along with playing in a match against Spain last week.

Titans set to play Bills following second day of no positive tests

While several other teams have had positive tests, they have mostly been able to shut operations down and limit the spread. The Titans have been the only team to allow a full-blown outbreak.

Chargers coach Anthony Lynn takes responsibility after collapse: 'We've just got to get it done and that's on me'

the Chargers could look at the insane amount of injuries they've had and downplay these losses, but Lynn is right, at the end of the day, they've just got to get it done.

Titans won't be punished by league for COVID-19 outbreak?

This would be a shocking development that would likely anger a lot of players and teams, as the Titans' carelessness has forced multiple teams to alter their schedules.

Dion Waiters claims Heat 'tried to bury' him with 'suspensions and all': 'Look at me now'

Waiters didn't really contribute much to the Lakers championship run beyond moral support, as he played in only five games (all in the first two rounds) and never scored more than four points in a game.

NFL reportedly considering playoff bubble in Los Angeles or Dallas

Given the unbelievable success of the NBA season in Orlando and the MLB smoothly transitioning to their own playoff bubble, it feels like the best move forward for the NFL.

Erik Spoelstra: Heat don't care about people writing them off

Obviously, this is the attitude you would expect from a two-time champion and one of the best coaches in the NBA.

DeMar DeRozan on Raptors winning championship after trading him: 'Was I the problem?'

At this point, we'd love nothing more than to be able to bust out our best Robin Williams' impression and tell DeRozan "It's not your fault."

Hockey Diversity Alliance cuts ties with NHL, blasts league for not fighting 'to end systemic racism in hockey'

The HDA says that rather than work with the league, it will instead try to fight for diversity on its own, hoping to fight for racial equality in the NHL.

Titans not following COVID protocols was 'open secret' around the league?

If this is true, the Titans could face serious consequences for their reckless behavior, including a loss of draft picks or substantial fines.