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King Hunter

Kingsley Hunter is a journalist from Chesapeake, Virginia. He is known for his upbeat, engaging personality. Kingsley has written for various well-known sports news sites, having covered the NBA, NFL and college football. Kingsley has a strong background in broadcasting and producing. When Kingsley isn’t writing, he enjoys going to the gym, fencing or going on walks.

UNC's Bill Belichick lands in surprising spot in ranking of ACC coaches

As the college football season approaches, the Atlantic Coast Conference is set to welcome three new head coaches to the fray. The biggest name of that group landed at a surprising spot among a ranking of ACC coaches.

Is Jayden Daniels due for a sophomore slump? One analyst thinks so 

Can Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels improve on his historic rookie season?

Baker Mayfield stands by Brent Venables ahead of crucial 2025 season

Current Tampa Bay Buccaneers and former Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Baker Mayfield recently conveyed his thoughts on Sooners head coach Brent Venables ahead of a crucial 2025 campaign.

Three names that stand out from list of 10 college coaches under pressure

The college football season is fast approaching, and with it will come plenty of coaches who will feel the pressure to succeed. A recent list ranked the 10 feeling the most heat, and these three stand out in particular from that group.

The injury that changed everything: Kevin Durant gets candid on LeBron's podcast

During a recent sit-down conversation, NBA superstar Kevin Durant Durant discussed his 2019 Achilles injury and how it impacted his play style going forward.

Making the Hall of Fame case for Kyle Lowry ahead of his historic season

As Lowry approaches his 20th campaign, is the 39-year-old a future Basketball Hall of Famer?

Arizona State leads preseason Big 12 All-Conference selections

As the college football season approaches, the Big 12 released its preseason All-Conference team on Monday.

Two RBs poised to establish themselves at top of the position in 2026

ESPN recently polled NFL scouts, executives and coaches on who the top-10 running backs are heading into the 2025 NFL season. Philadelphia Eagles star rusher Saquon Barkley was at the top of the list, but two other prominent rushers are bound to prove in 2025 that they should have been in the top 10.

These two teams would benefit the most by signing Russell Westbrook

Future Hall of Famer and current Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook has reportedly emerged as a potential free agent target for the New York Knicks and the Golden State Warriors after having declined his player option a few weeks ago.

Candace Parker's iconic No. 3 is heading to the rafters in Los Angeles

Parker is one of the most decorated basketball players in the history of the sport and is a true pioneer in women's basketball.

CBS Sports analyst proposes bold new plan for 76ers' future 

The 76ers currently have the No. 3 overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft on Wednesday.

Bears' Caleb Williams has a lot to prove in his second season

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams will have a lot to prove as he heads into his second campaign in the NFL. 

Should this NBA superstar look elsewhere this offseason?

Devin Booker is up for a massive contract extension with the Phoenix Suns, the team that took him in the first-round of the 2015 NBA Draft. However, should the franchise's all-time leading scorer stay in Arizona or look elsewhere in the offseason?

Can a Pacers, Thunder player match Michael Jordan's epic 1993 NBA Finals?

With the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers squaring off for this season's NBA title, it's appropriate to revisit three of the more impactful and memorable individual performances in the Finals.

Anthony Edwards offers interesting perspective after playoff elimination

Having lost two consecutive series in the conference finals, Anthony Edwards offered an interesting perspective in a postgame press conference.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander can make history with NBA Championship win

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander can potentially join an exclusive club if he can lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to their first NBA title this season.

NFL announces new league award ahead of 2025 season

This new NFL honor should be regarded just as prestigiously as the other ones.

Drew Brees gives interesting take on Saints' QB situation 

Former New Orleans Saints and future Hall of Fame quarterback Drew Brees recently gave his thoughts on the Saints having drafted Louisville QB Tyler Shough in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Should a Game 7 loss impact Nikola Jokic's legacy?

Should Jokic's legacy take a hit if he and the Nuggets come up short in Game 7?

Why Warriors should shut down Stephen Curry if they lose Game 4

The Stephen Curry-less Golden State Warriors are in a must-win situation in Game 4 on Monday night.

Cause for concern: All three 60-win NBA teams suffer Game 1 losses

The three best teams from the regular season all suffered surprising Game 1 defeats to open the conference semifinals.

Would blowing a 3-1 lead to the Rockets damage Steph Curry's legacy?

Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors are on the brink of elimination against the up-start Houston Rockets on Sunday night. If the Warriors don't prevail, would that do damage to Curry's legacy?

Is Anthony Edwards the best shooting guard in the NBA?

Edwards has the Timberwolves on the verge of eliminating LeBron James and the Lakers. Is he the best shooting guard in the league?

Celtics could be without star player in Game 2 vs. Magic

This could be a major story regarding the Eastern Conference playoff matchup.

UCLA QB Joey Aguilar enters transfer portal after Nico Iamaleava commits to Bruins

Iamaleava's NIL/transfer saga continues to have a ripple effect on the college football landscape.