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Giants Make Pro Bowl OL Olivier Vernon Available in Trade Talks
It appears that New York Giants are ready to part ways with their Pro Bowl outside linebacker Olivier Vernon. According to ESPN, the Giants have given other NFL teams an impression that Vernon is available for a trade.
Reportedly, the reason why the Giants want to move Vernon is his contract which pays him $31 million for the next...
Harden Scores 58 Points to Lead Rockets Past Heat
Another game, another historic performance. It’s becoming a constant theme in James Harden’s 2018-19 season, one of the best in NBA history.
The Rockets’ superstar shooting guard scored 58 points and recorded 10 assists in Houston’s 121-118 victory over the Miami Heat on Thursday night.
Harden has now scored 50 points in 5 games this season. No other player in the...
Browns Sign OT Greg Robinson to an Extension
It seems like offensive tackle Greg Robinson finally found his home in NFL as Cleveland Browns decided to sign the26-year-old pick to an extension.
According to NFL Network's Ian Rapaport, Robinson inked a one-year deal with a base value of $7 million. The contract could end up being worth $9 million if certain incentives are met.
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The news was...
76ers’ Joel Embiid and Boban Marjanovic Won’t Play Against OKC
Philadelphia 76ers will have a big problem at the center position when they face Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday. The team announced that both starting center Joel Embiid and backup Boban Marjanovic are ruled out for that game.
Embiid is still struggling with a sore left knee and is
expected to be reevaluated prior to Saturday's game against the Golden...
Ravens Agree to a 3-Year, $27 Million Extension with CB Tavon Young
Baltimore Ravens decided to award cornerback Tavon Young for
his exceptional 2018 season with a new contract. According to NFL Network's
Mike Garafolo, Young signed a three-year extension with the Ravens which will
see him earn $27 million. This deal makes the 24-year-old the highest-paid
nickelback in the NFL at the moment.
Ravens confirmed the deal on the press conference held on
Friday.
"This is...
Le’Veon Bell to Become Free Agent After Steelers Decide Against Franchise Tag
Le'Veon Bell, one of the top running backs in the NFL in recent years, is due to hit the free agent market after Pittsburgh Steelers ownership decided not to designate him with the franchise tag.
Bell, who remained with the Steelers over the past two seasons after being designated as the team's franchise player, did not receive the designation this...
Zlatan Ibrahimovic “Looking To Break Every Record In MLS” This Season
LA Galaxy's striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic had an amazing first season in MLS, managing to score 22 goals and provide six assists in only 27 games he played in 2018. Now, the 37-year-old is ready to take things one step further.
Ibrahimovic recently made an appearance during the unveiling
of Galaxy's new kit and told reporters that he intends to "break every
record...
Chargers Agree to a 1-Year Deal with Safety Jaylen Watkins
It looks like Los Angeles Chargers' safety Jaylen Watkins won't hit the free-agent market just yet. According to ESPN, Watkins agreed to a one-year deal with the Chargers and will stay with the team for 2019.
Jaylen Watkins joined the Chargers in 2018, signing a
one-year deal following a Super Bowl win with Philadelphia Eagles.
Unfortunately, he never managed to play...
Sporting CP’s Nani Close to Joining Orlando City
Sporting CP and Portugal international winger Nani is
reportedly really close to coming to MLS and joining Orlando City. The
32-year-old, who previously played for Manchester United, will sign as a
Designated Player if the move goes through.
The news about the move was first reported by Portugal's Record.
Nani returned to Sporting CP, where he started his
professional career, in the summer of...
Wild’s Mikko Koivu “Confident” in Returning After ACL Injury
Despite undergoing surgery to repair his ACL injury at the
age of 35, Minnesota Wild's captain Mikko Koivu doesn’t have any doubts he will
be able to return to the ice next season.
Koivu, who played his 14th NHL season this year, was
recently asked how confident he is in returning to Wild in 2019-20 season at
the age of 36.
"Yes, I'm...