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Zac Wassink

Zac Wassink is a longtime sports news writer and PFWA member who began his career in 2006 and has had his work featured on Yardbarker, MSN, Yahoo Sports and Bleacher Report. He is also a football and futbol aficionado who is probably yelling about Tottenham Hotspur at the moment and who chanted for Matt Harvey to start the ninth inning of Game 5 of the 2015 World Series at Citi Field. You can find him on X at @ZacWassink

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Three additional Grizzlies games postponed due to COVID-19

In total, 20 NBA games have been postponed because of COVID-19 setbacks since the season tipped off on Dec. 22.

Pistons rookie Killian Hayes out at least eight more weeks with hip injury

The Pistons confirmed on Wednesday that Hayes will not have surgery to repair the problem and will undergo further evaluations of the injury after eight weeks of rest and rehabilitation.

Wizards cleared to resume practicing after COVID-19 outbreak

For the first time in over a week, the Washington Wizards are nearing returning to the court for competitive play following a lengthy coronavirus-related layoff. 

NHL fines Washington Capitals $100K for COVID-19 violations

The Washington Capitals are having a rough second week of the 2020-21 NHL regular season.

Aaron Rodgers envisioned NFC title showdown with Tom Brady

Aaron Rodgers says he envisioned an NFC title game showdown between him and Tom Brady ever since the latter's highly-anticipated move to the Bucs during the offseason.

11 new NBA players tested positive for COVID-19 since Jan. 13

The NBA and National Basketball Players Association confirmed in a joint statement that 11 new players returned positive COVID-19 test results from Jan. 13 through Wednesday.

South Florida men's basketball indefinitely pauses, postpones at least two games

Add the men's basketball team of the South Florida Bulls to the list of those currently idle because of coronavirus-related setbacks. 

Michael Brantley returning to Astros on two-year, $32M deal

It appears that four-time All-Star outfielder and designated hitter Michael Brantley won't be following George Springer to the Toronto Blue Jays as thought earlier on Wednesday.

NBA security to prohibit hugs, handshakes among players

The NBA will move security personnel into midcourt areas to remind players that they should not engage in hugs or handshakes with opponents.

Grizzlies-Blazers game postponed due to COVID-19

The NBA has confirmed that Wednesday's game between the Memphis Grizzlies and Portland Trail Blazers scheduled to occur at Portland's Moda Center has been postponed due to COVID-19 issues.

Bucs' Mike Evans: Tom Brady 'the greatest player to ever play the game'

Mike Evans has never been this close to a Super Bowl berth since the Bucs drafted the dynamic wideout in 2014, and the receiver made note of the fact that the legendary Tom Brady has them both near the big game in his first season with Tampa Bay.

Browns' Odell Beckham Jr.: 'It was a bittersweet season being on the outside looking in'

Beckham's status with the Browns is up in the air and will largely depend on how he recovers from the injury.

No new COVID-19 cases among remaining NFL playoff teams

The Washington Football Team, however, is dealing with positive COVID-19 cases that are linked with a gathering that occurred after Washington's loss to Tampa Bay on Jan. 9.

Ravens' John Harbaugh 'very confident' Lamar Jackson will sign long-term deal

There's no sense of urgency between the two parties, as Harbaugh and company can utilize the fifth-year option of Jackson's contract to evaluate how he plays in future January games if they wish.

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes to have 'very light practice,' remain in concussion protocol

The fact that Mahomes continues to report no symptoms and is engaging in any physical activity suggests he should be good to go this weekend as long as he encounters no setbacks.

Titans Pro Bowl WR A.J. Brown played through serious knee injury?

The second-year pro missed a pair of contests in September because of what was reported at the time to be a bone bruise in his knee.

Trail Blazers' Jusuf Nurkic out at least six weeks after wrist surgery

Jan 19., 2021 likely won't be a day fondly remembered by those associated with the Portland Trail Blazers.

Free-agent WR Corey Coleman suspended for six games?

Coleman, who hasn't registered a regular-season stat since 2018, has 61 career receptions for 789 yards and five touchdowns. 

Iowa State-Texas Tech men's basketball game postponed due to COVID-19

Texas Tech will now hope to compete at the No. 14-ranked West Virginia Mountaineers next Monday.

Buccaneers WR Antonio Brown has no serious structural damage to knee

Brown recorded 45 receptions for 483 yards and four touchdowns in eight regular-season appearances and also scored once in the 31-23 postseason win at the Washington Football Team on Jan. 9.

Back surgery will force Tiger Woods to miss at least two tournaments 

He remains tied with Sam Snead at 82 career PGA victories, the most ever recorded. 

Ravens officially release three-time Pro Bowl RB Mark Ingram

The Ravens will save $5 million against the 2021 salary cap by releasing Ingram.

Could NBA use COVID-19 vaccinations of players for PSA?

The Washington Wizards are currently dealing with a coronavirus outbreak that has caused the postponement of five consecutive games. In total, the NBA has called off 15 contests due to COVID-19 issues since the season started on Dec. 22.