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Victor Barbosa

Victor Barbosa is a passionate follower of MLB, the NBA and NFL, with a deep interest in Boston-area teams. He graduated from Springfield College -- The Birthplace of Basketball --  in 2013 with a degree in Communications-Sports Journalism. Previous bylines include FanSided, Heavy and Syracuse.com, among other publications. Victor lives outside of Albany, NY and can be followed on Twitter/X at @vbarbosa1127.

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Cavaliers hire former Kings, Lakers HC Luke Walton as assistant coach

Nearly one decade after playing in his final NBA contest with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Luke Walton is now reportedly set to return to the Rock n' Roll Capital of the World.

76ers star Joel Embiid undergoes thumb, finger surgery

The injuries occurred during Philadelphia's win in Game 3 of their first-round playoff series victory over the Toronto Raptors.

All-Pro DT Aaron Donald 'at peace' with career if no new deal reached with Rams

Retirement rumors surrounding Los Angeles Rams All-Pro defensive tackle Aaron Donald continue to swirl at a frantic pace. 

One-time All-Star SP J.A. Happ retires after 15-year career

After almost 2,000 innings pitched and nearly 1,700 strikeouts, starting pitcher J.A. Happ is hanging up his cleats.

Texans signing CB Fabian Moreau

The Houston Texans are reportedly making a move on Tuesday to shore up their secondary. 

One-time Pro Bowl RB Jay Ajayi gets $5 million settlement after 2018 torn ACL

It is been nearly two-and-a-half years since running back Jay Ajayi suited up in an NFL contest and earlier this year, he officially retired. 

WR Dede Westbrook working out with Vikings Tuesday

The Minnesota Vikings could be bringing back the former Jacksonville Jaguar for another go-around in 2022.

Celtics hold off Heat, advance to NBA Finals vs. Warriors

The Celtics will face the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals, beginning on Thursday.

Watch: Celtics' Al Horford stuffs Heat's Max Strus on dunk attempt

To make matters even better for the visitors, Horford's block led directly to points on the other end.

All injured Celtics, Heat players expected to play in Game 7

A spot in the 2022 NBA Finals is on the line on Sunday night, as the Boston Celtics and Miami Heat square off.

White Sox manager Tony La Russa: Tim Anderson headed to IL, injury severity not known

The Chicago White Sox picked up an exciting 5-4 win in 12 innings over their crosstown rivals Chicago Cubs on Sunday, but it came at a cost.

Report: Rockets big man Christian Wood drawing trade interest

With the Houston Rockets' season having been in the rear-view mirror for over six weeks now, the 26-year-old is reportedly garnering plenty of looks in the trade market.

Steelers pro scouting coordinator Brandon Hunt joining Eagles in executive role

Hunt had interviewed for the Las Vegas Raiders' GM post in January, and for the Buffalo Bills' assistant GM job earlier this year as well.

Warriors' Gary Payton II expected to return from injury for NBA Finals

Payton II's return could come as soon as Game 1, which is set for 9:00 p.m. ET on Thursday in the Bay Area.

Heat SG Tyler Herro doing 'everything he possibly can' to convince coaching staff he can play vs. Celtics

The 2021-2022 Sixth Man of the Year has posted 13.5 points, 4.1 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 26.7 minutes per game in 14 postseason contests thus far while recording a .413/.232/.926 shooting line.

Report: Nuggets C Nikola Jokic to sign supermax contract extension in July

Jokic is entering the final year of his five-year, $147 million contract with Denver next season.

Omar Khan: Former GM Kevin Colbert 'always a phone call away'

Newly hired Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Omar Khan was officially introduced on Friday. The 45-year-old has spent the past 20 seasons with the Steelers.

Cubs OF Seiya Suzuki exits game vs. Reds with finger sprain

Suzuki sprained the ring finger on his left hand.

Saints HC Dennis Allen: 'Certainly our plan' for two-time All-Pro WR Michael Thomas to be ready for training camp

Thomas, who hasn't played since 2020, is reportedly progressing well in his recovery from an ankle injury.

Warriors' Otto Porter Jr. not expected to play Game 5 vs. Mavericks

Porter Jr. suffered his injury during Golden State's Game 3 win on Sunday. Without the ninth-year pro available for Tuesday's contest, the Mavs staved off elimination with a 119-109 victory in Game 4.

NFL insider: Colin Kaepernick's workout with Raiders 'went well,' 'door is open'

Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick's workout with the Las Vegas Raiders on Wednesday apparently was a positive one.

Sue Bird: WNBA players have been able to send emails to Brittney Griner in Russia

It's been over three months since WNBA superstar Brittney Griner was detained by the Russian government after being arrested at a Moscow-area airport.

Falcons one-time Pro Bowl LB Deion Jones out for offseason after shoulder surgery

Deion Jones finished first among all Atlanta Falcons players in 2021 in tackles for loss with eight and second in combined tackles with 137, which was one short of his career high. The team will not be seeing the 2017 Pro Bowler on the field for a while though, as he recovers from shoulder surgery.

Michelle Wie West planning to step away from competitive golf

One of the most recognizable faces of the LPGA this millennium will be taking a break from competitive golf. Michelle Wie West told Golfweek that she is planning to step away from competitive play following next week's U.S.

Red Sox chief baseball officer Chaim Bloom on Xander Bogaerts contract extension: 'We're hopeful we can find that path'

Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts is in the midst of another huge season, slashing .323/.391/.456 with four home runs, 17 RBIs and 26 runs scored through 42 games.