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www.mercurynews.com
4 days ago
Golden State Warriors

DIMES: The Warriors' 2024 Draft Lottery chances and conventional wisdom

It is crucial for the Warriors to prioritize obtaining a top-four pick in the upcoming NBA Draft to bolster their team and support building a contender around Stephen Curry. [ more ]
Miami Herald
4 days ago
Miami

New weekly feature: Greg Cote's Poll Dance! Vote now on Jimmy Butler's future with the Miami Heat

The Miami Heat face a decision on whether to offer Jimmy Butler a lucrative contract extension amid differing opinions about his value and impact. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
LA Clippers

Column: Despite Game 2 loss, Clippers clearly need Kawhi Leonard to have any title hopes

The Clippers' offense looked disjointed due to Kawhi Leonard's return after over three weeks, impacting their gameplay and rhythm. [ more ]
Bitter and Blue
1 month ago
Manchester City

Quick Match Recap: Manchester City Earn Crucial Win vs. Crystal Palace

Manchester City wins 4-2 in London
Solid performance by Manchester City with notable players De Bruyne and Lewis [ more ]
Fox Sports
1 month ago
Liverpool FC

Liverpool survive almighty scare as star's screamer sends Reds back to top spot: PL Wrap

Liverpool reclaimed the top spot in the Premier League with a 3-1 win against Sheffield United.
Alexis Mac Allister's brilliant strike and Cody Gakpo's goal secured the victory for Liverpool as they edged closer to their 20th English championship. [ more ]
Dodger Blue
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman & Gavin Lux Downplay Criticism Of Dodgers Payroll

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a record-breaking spending move during the offseason.
Players like Mookie Betts and Gavin Lux defend the Dodgers' approach of acquiring top talent to win. [ more ]
Dodgers Nation
3 months ago
LA Dodgers

Dave Roberts Isn't a Fan of the Dodgers Buying a Title Narrative

The Dodgers have consistently drafted and developed successful players over the past 15 years, contributing to their success as a team.
Manager Dave Roberts disputes the notion that the Dodgers are buying a championship, emphasizing the presence of homegrown talent on the roster. [ more ]
Boston.com
1 month ago
Boston Celtics

LeBron James explains why Jayson Tatum is already an elite talent in NBA

Jayson Tatum is considered an elite talent in the NBA with numerous accolades and a promising future.
LeBron James commends Tatum's success despite lack of championship, highlighting his growth and Celtics' potential for a title run. [ more ]
Newsday
3 months ago
New York Knicks

Knicks don't need to add aging stars to an ascending roster

The New York Knicks have made moves ahead of the trade deadline, but some fans and media are calling for the team to acquire a clear-cut star.
Many potential star targets have surfaced, but the Knicks should be cautious about acquiring a star player as it may disrupt their current plan.
An example the Knicks can look to is the 2004 Detroit Pistons, who won a championship without a clear-cut star in their rotation. [ more ]
Posting and Toasting
3 months ago
New York Knicks

Game Preview: New York Knicks at Brooklyn Nets, January 23 , 2024

The Brooklyn Nets and New York Knicks have swapped roles, with the Knicks now being closer to championship contention.
The Nets are currently struggling and potentially star-less, while the Knicks have the potential to make trades or retool with their draft capital. [ more ]
MLB Trade Rumors
5 months ago
Major League Baseball

Mets Interested In Jung Hoo Lee

The Mets have shown strong interest in outfielder Jung Hoo Lee, adding to their pursuit of international talent.
The Mets are focusing on the 2025 season for their return to championship contention. [ more ]
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