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Matt Evans

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Matt Evans is a sports journalist from the United Kingdom, now based in Paris, France. He has covered various sports including basketball, soccer, boxing, MMA, and motorsports. Over the past decade, Matt has focused heavily on the NBA and has worked with many established outlets on a variety of content. Additionally, he has produced visual content for NBA Europe and FIBA. Matt holds a passion for the NBA G League and has also interviewed current and former NBA players over the years. Including Shaquille O’Neal, Chris Bosh, Dominique Wilkins, LaMelo Ball, Brook Lopez, John Collins, Jalen Green, Jonathan Kuminga, and more.

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NBA, Soccer, Boxing, MMA, Motorsports

Harry Kane could win first major trophy in his own classic style

For years, Harry Kane’s career has been defined by goals, records and a conspicuous absence of silverware. That narrative is finally set to change, but in a way only Kane could script.

Alperen Sengun joins big man royalty in Rockets’ Game 4 loss

Despite the Houston Rockets’ narrow 109–106 loss to the Golden State Warriors in Game 4, Alperen Sengun delivered a performance that placed him among elite company.

PSG’s lack of momentum could prove crucial ahead of Arsenal Champions League clash

Paris Saint-Germain’s bid for a first-ever UEFA Champions League title faces a significant test this week, and the warning signs are mounting.

Two English soccer clubs with celebrity American owners secure promotion

In a thrilling turn of events, both Birmingham City and Wrexham AFC have secured promotion to the English Football League Championship, marking significant achievements for their high-profile American investors.

Jayson Tatum joins elite company with Celtics' Game 4 win

Tatum joined an elite group with his team's win over the Magic in Game 4.

European giants reportedly lining up to sign rising Premier League star

A fierce transfer battle is emerging for Bournemouth rising star Dean Huijsen, with some of Europe’s biggest clubs reportedly vying for the signature of the highly rated 20-year-old centre-back.

Could Kevin De Bruyne end up with this English club after Man City exit?

In a move few anticipated, De Bruyne — widely regarded as the heartbeat of Manchester City’s golden era — has been linked with a sensational switch to a Premier League rival.

Tom Brady’s soccer club surpasses 100 points in record-breaking season finale

Birmingham City is closing out its 2024–25 League One season in historic fashion.

Rising French point guard officially declares for NBA Draft

One of Europe’s most promising young prospects has taken the next step in his career.

Liverpool edges closer to Premier League title as Arsenal stunned by late goal

Arsenal’s hopes of mounting a serious Premier League title challenge have been undermined by injuries and inconsistency all season long—and on Wednesday night, a late lapse against Crystal Palace may have delivered the final blow.

Jalen Green makes franchise history in pivotal Game 2 win over Warriors

Jalen Green delivered the performance of his young career on Wednesday night, making some franchise history in the process.

Warriors' momentum at risk amid Jimmy Butler injury scare

The Golden State Warriors’ playoff push hit a troubling snag on Wednesday night, as Jimmy Butler exited Game 2 against the Houston Rockets with a pelvic contusion.

Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari move proving to be far from the fairytale it was hoped to be

Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari for the 2025 Formula 1 season was anticipated to be the next great chapter in his illustrious career, with hopes of challenging for a record-breaking title. However, just a few races into the season, it’s clear that the transition has not gone as smoothly as many had hoped.

Oscar Piastri’s rapid rise in F1 shows no signs of slowing

Since joining McLaren in 2023, Piastri has displayed remarkable consistency, finishing on the podium in all but one race this season.

Nottingham Forest stay in Champions League hunt as Premier League top-four race tightens

Nottingham Forest’s 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Monday has added a dramatic twist to the Premier League’s top-five race.

Rick Pitino starts early recruitment, rebuilding St. John’s roster through the transfer portal

Since taking over as head coach of St. John’s in 2023, Pitino has swiftly transformed the program, making the transfer portal the cornerstone of his roster construction. 

Leeds and Burnley clinch Premier League promotion on dramatic Easter Monday

Easter Monday delivered a pulsating day of Championship soccer as both Leeds United and Burnley secured automatic promotion to the Premier League in emphatic fashion.

PSG must regain momentum before facing Arsenal in the Champions League

PSG edged past Le Havre, 2-1, on Saturday, extending its unbeaten run in Ligue 1 but doing little to ease concerns over its recent form.

Manchester United’s season reaches historic low and could sink even further

Manchester United’s 2024–25 campaign plunged to a historic low on Sunday.

Josh Giddey’s arrival in Chicago is shaping up as a masterstroke

When the Bulls traded defensive anchor Alex Caruso to the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for Giddey last summer, the move raised eyebrows across the NBA. 

Donovan Mitchell joins Michael Jordan in exclusive playoff club

Donovan Mitchell’s playoff journey continued with a historic performance in Game 1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers' first-round matchup against the Miami Heat on Sunday.

Jimmy Butler makes Warriors franchise history with electrifying playoff start

Butler’s influence was felt across all facets of the game, but it was his performance in the closing moments that truly captured the spotlight.

Premier League promotion race intensifies ahead of crucial Easter Monday clashes

As form, pressure and opportunity converge, Easter Monday promises to be one of the most consequential days of the Championship season.