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Kenneth Ray Jr.

Kenneth Ray, Jr., is a Kansas City native and a longtime fan of the Chiefs and Royals. A former college basketball player, he has a deep appreciation for the talent and athleticism of professional athletes and an enduring love for sports history. As a writer, he creates engaging narratives that are precise, informative, and insightful.

Is the Pistons' early-season success sustainable?

The Detroit Pistons’ hot start is the feel-good story of the 2025-26 NBA season. The Pistons are 13-2, and currently on an 11-game winning streak.

Four reasons why Chiefs find themselves outside NFL playoff picture

What’s gone wrong with the Chiefs? Here are four key reasons why the team is no longer the juggernaut it once was.

Just how important is Broncos game for Chiefs?

All eyes will be on the marquee matchup this Sunday between the Denver Broncos and the Kansas City Chiefs.

What’s fueling the red-hot Detroit Pistons, owners of best record in Eastern Conference

With their seventh consecutive win Monday — a 137-135 triumph over the struggling Washington Wizards — the 9-2 Detroit Pistons now own the best record in the Eastern Conference.

Three glaring weaknesses Chiefs must address during bye week

Amid their bye week and ahead of a tough second-half schedule, Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has three glaring weaknesses he must address.

Is Pistons star Cade Cunningham getting even better?

Pistons superstar Cade Cunningham started the 2025-26 season with a new look. A closer look reveals that his game may have undergone a bit of a transformation, too.

Should we be talking more about the Chiefs defense?

Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs offense garners most of the attention, but should the defense be getting more love?

Five things Pistons must do to continue ascent

The Detroit Pistons made a splash in the 2024-25. Here are five things they need to do to continue their rise. 

Five reasons why Colts are real deal in AFC

At 6-1, the Colts boast the AFC's best record, but there is a lot more to like about this team than wins and losses. Here are five compelling reasons why the Colts are the class of the conference.

Is it time for the Chiefs to part ways with Harrison Butker?

After a boneheaded out-of-bounds kickoff in Jacksonville that gifted the Jaguars a head start in their game-winning drive, social media was set ablaze by fans trolling Butker for his blunder, with many demanding his dismissal.