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Vinny Somma

Vinny Somma boasts nearly a decade of experience as a sports writer and editor. He held the positions of NBA and UFC Editor at Heavy. Prior to this role, he acted as the lead contributor for Heavy's coverage of the New York Giants, Boston Celtics and Fantasy Football. 

Lakers legend has high praise for Nikola Jokic, Nuggets

The Los Angeles Lakers find themselves in an uphill battle that, to this point in NBA history, has proven impossible to claw back from. After an 11-point loss to the Denver Nuggets on Saturday night, the Lakers are now on the brink of elimination.

Mavericks' interest in trade for former No. 1 pick 'has been overstated'?

Apparently, rumors of the Dallas Mavericks' interest in swinging a trade for a former No. 1 overall pick have been greatly exaggerated. 

'It’d hardly be a shocker' for Jaguars to trade former first-round pick

If an NFL team is in search of a low-risk reclamation project heading into the 2023 season, they may want to give the front office in Duval County a ring.

Michael Gallup gets real about Cowboys' addition to offense

After finishing last season in the top three of Cowboys receivers in snaps and targets, Michael Gallup will have added competition for target share in 2023 due to the addition of Brandin Cooks.

Marcus Smart puts Celtics on high alert after defensive letdown in Game 1

The Boston Celtics looked well on their way to a Game 1 victory in TD Garden on Wednesday night. That is until "Playoff Jimmy" took hold of the second half and never looked back.

Rob Gronkowski weighs in on the 'disconnect' between Davante Adams, Raiders

Despite a valiant effort by Davante Adams on Wednesday to save face with a pro-Raiders photo dump on social media, the apparent tension between the star wideout and the team remains a cause for concern in Sin City.

Ex-NBA star sheds doubt on Ja Morant making another All-Star team

Ja Morant released a statement on Tuesday taking accountability for brandishing a gun for the second time in three months on social media — an apology that didn't exactly register as overly remorseful to a large chunk of fans on NBA Twitter.

Kevin Garnett puts Austin Reaves on notice amid rumors of Lakers exit

Austin Reaves' emergence in Los Angeles this season could soon present itself as a major dilemma for the Lakers. 

Davante Adams shuts down rumored Raiders tension with viral Instagram photo

Davante Adams sent shockwaves through Raiders nation on Tuesday when the typically reserved superstar brought into question the organization's vision. Now, he's eased those concerns.

Top three landing spots for Vikings RB Dalvin Cook

Free agency has passed. The NFL Draft is behind us. Yet, Dalvin Cook's future with the Minnesota Vikings remains as murky as ever. Here are three destinations that make sense for the electric running back.

Best landing spots for free-agent QB Carson Wentz

For the third consecutive offseason, free-agent quarterback Carson Wentz is in search of a fresh start — and possibly even a starting gig, should such an opportunity arise. 

Draymond Green has strong praise for fan favorite sharpshooter after Warriors elimination

A case could be made that no player better personifies the Lakers' storybook season more than second-year sharpshooter Austin Reaves.

Brother of Giants Super Bowl champion sues team

Byron Marshall, the brother of former New York Giants Super Bowl champion Leonard Marshall, has filed a lawsuit against the franchise. Byron Marshall is suing the Giants over a matter in which his brother barred him from attending his Ring of Honor induction last September stemming from personal reasons.