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Erin Walsh

Erin Walsh is a Boston sports fan through and through. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Bridgewater State University and currently is in pursuit of her Master's Degree in Journalism from Northeastern University. Follow her on Twitter @ewalsh90.

Wizards, head coach Scott Brooks to part ways after not coming to terms on new deal

Brooks has been with the Wizards since the 2016-17 campaign, going 183-207 and 10-14 in the playoffs.

Pelicans fire Stan Van Gundy after just one season as head coach

The 61-year-old led the Pelicans to a 31-41 record and an 11th-place finish in the Western Conference.

Trade talks for Sabres captain Jack Eichel reportedly heating up

In his season-ending media availability, Eichel essentially said he would be willing to play for another team next season.

Celtics star Jayson Tatum reportedly commits to play for Team USA at Tokyo Olympics

Tatum is coming off his best season in the NBA, averaging 26.4 points, 7.4 rebounds and 4.3 assists per game while shooting 45.9 percent from the field and 38.6 percent from three-point range.

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard could miss remainder of series vs. Jazz with knee injury

Leonard sat out the final 4:35 of the Clippers' Game 4 win after colliding with Jazz wing Joe Ingles. He bumped his knee while driving to the basket and was grimacing before being taken out. 

Rays RHP Tyler Glasnow blames MLB crackdown on sticky substances for UCL injury

The Tampa Bay Rays right-hander said Tuesday that he stopped using sunscreen, the only foreign substance he claims he has ever used, two starts ago and felt sore the next day because he had to adjust his grips. 

Suns' Chris Paul enters COVID-19 health and safety protocols, sidelined indefinitely

Paul has played a crucial role for the Suns this postseason, averaging 15.7 points, 8.7 assists and 4.1 rebounds per game.

Coca-Cola market value drops by $4B after Cristiano Ronaldo removes soda from press conference

Ronaldo looked troubled when he saw Coca-Cola in front of him and moved the glass bottles out of the camera frame. He held up a bottle of water instead. 

Giannis Antetokounmpo: Kevin Durant is the best player in the world right now

Durant arguably had his best-ever playoff performance on Tuesday. The 32-year-old finished with 49 points, 17 rebounds and 10 assists, making every clutch shot to keep the Nets ahead.

Jalen Ramsey pitches Patriots CB Stephon Gilmore on playing for Rams

Ramsey made an interesting comparison as he pitched L.A. to Gilmore. 

Lakers assistant Jason Kidd to interview for Magic head coaching job

Kidd is drawing interest from several teams with coaching vacancies. 

Boston, Detroit ranked among best cities for hockey fans

When it comes to hockey, no one does it better than Boston and Detroit, according to the latest poll.

Mark Cuban responds to report Mavericks are concerned about Luka Doncic's future in Dallas

If the Mavs' playoff woes continue for the next few years, then maybe Doncic will consider moving on. For now, it certainly seems like he's staying put.

Stefanos Tsitsipas reveals grandmother died just before French Open final

Tsitsipas called her a "wise woman whose faith in life, and willingness to give and provide can't be compared to any other human being that I have ever met."

Could 'Madden 22' cover feature Tom Brady, Patrick Mahomes?

Brady graced the "Madden" cover for the first time in 2018, and Mahomes got the honor in 2020. The 2021 edition of the game saw Baltimore Ravens quarterback and former MVP Lamar Jackson on the cover. 

Tyrann Mathieu slams Le'Veon Bell for Andy Reid comments

Mathieu thinks Bell's comments about Reid were off base. 

Carlos Correa: Vibes around Astros clubhouse 'remind me of '17 and '19'

Correa's comments come after Houston put up a season-high 20 hits in Sunday's 14-3 blowout win over the Minnesota Twins.

Hurricanes reportedly give Dougie Hamilton permission to speak with other NHL teams

Hamilton is coming off a six-year, $34.5 million deal he signed as a member of the Calgary Flames in 2015. It's unclear if he'll be searching for a similar deal in free agency.

Carson Wentz sees 'something special brewing' with Colts

Wentz was traded to the Colts this offseason after a disastrous 2020 campaign with the Eagles. The 28-year-old was one of the worst quarterbacks in the NFL last year, but that's not making him any less confident.

Nuggets' Nikola Jokic provides honest take on flagrant foul against Suns' Cameron Payne

Jokic was ejected in the third quarter for a hard hit on Suns guard Cameron Payne. While it certainly warranted a foul, many were wondering if Jokic deserved an ejection. 

Chris Paul has perfect response to doubters after Suns sweep Nuggets

Two seasons before joining the Suns, Paul was considered damaged goods as he couldn't stay healthy. He had a bounce-back season with the Oklahoma City Thunder last year, and now he's back to leading a contender.

Le'Veon Bell apologizes for Andy Reid comments, but doesn't regret saying it

The 29-year-old appeared in nine games for the Chiefs after being released by the New York Jets. He ran for 254 yards and two touchdowns.