Mountain View, CA

New York City, NY

Thanks to some key upgrades, the New York Knicks are being viewed as legitimate title contenders this season. With the additions of Mikal Bridges and OG Anunoby, they’ve bolstered their wing positions significantly. These two players give the Knicks a defensive duo capable of matching up with the league’s best wings.

Why the New York Knicks Are Legitimate Title Contenders

Boston, MA

Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla recently was on the Locked On Celtics podcast, discussing the upcoming season. He says he is preparing the team to be a target. Every NBA champion has gone through it. Once you win a title, you have a target on your back. The Celtics will raise their banner on October 22, before taking on the Knicks. Earlier this summer, Jaylen Brown said he loves that the Celtics will have a target on their back.

Joe Mazzulla Speak on Celtics Title Defense

The Knicks went all-in this offseason. Coming off back-to-back Eastern Conference Semi-Final appearances, they doubled down on their core and leveraged all their draft assets to bring in more talent. The front office re-signed OG Anunoby, traded for Mikal Bridges, brought in Cameron Payne, and re-signed Precious Achiuwa. Hopes are high in the Garden, and a faltering franchise has risen back up amongst the true contenders in the NBA. They enter this season with the highest expectations since the Carmelo Anthony years almost a decade ago.

Answering CBS Sports’ Biggest Question for the Knicks

When the New York Knicks traded RJ Barrett to the Toronto Raptors, the decision marked the end of an era. The third overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft out of Duke, he was expected to help lead the Knicks out of the dungeon. Instead, after 345 total games, he found himself on a plane back home.

Raptors’ Home Talent Opens Up About Knicks Trade

Minneapolis, MN

The hate for Rudy Gobert doesn’t stop. It seems like every time a current or former NBA player gets a microphone put in front of them, they speak badly about the Frenchman. In an interview with Complex, Shaquille O’Neal said Gobert was the worst NBA player of all time. The Big Diesel also called Ben Simmons a “bum,” complaining about the money he has made on contracts while barely playing.

Shaq Calls Timberwolves Star Worst NBA Player of All Time

Orlando, FL

The Orlando Magic have signed Mac McClung to a partially guaranteed contract, per The Athletic’s Shams Charania. A two-time Slam Dunk Contest winner, McClung went undrafted in 2021 after playing three seasons for Georgetown and Texas Tech. Since then, the Gate City native has put forth a mighty effort to break into the NBA. He’s signed training camp contracts, two-way contracts, and 10-day contracts, but he’s yet to stick on a roster.

Magic Sign NBA Award-Winner Ahead Of Training Camp

San Antonio, TX

Keldon Johnson, the young San Antonio Spurs star, recently gave up his No. 3 jersey to veteran Chris Paul. This decision shows Johnson’s deep respect for Paul, whom he has admired since childhood. Johnson initially chose No. 3 when the Spurs drafted him in 2019, inspired by his admiration for Paul.

Spurs Wing Gives Up Jersey Number to Offseason Addition

Los Angeles County, CA

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It's been 33 years since the handsome actor and Emmy award-winning TV game show host Bert Convy died of a brain tumor at 57 in 1991. This is his story. Bert Convy was born July 23, 1933, in St. Louis, Missouri. His father was in the shoe business, while his parents separated when he was just seven years old. His mother moved the family to California in the San Fernando Valley, where Convy attended North Hollywood High and was named the "class clown."

In Memory of Actor/Game Show Host Bert Convy: 33 Years After His Tragic Death From Brain Cancer

Only three things are certain in life: Death, taxes, and the Los Angeles Angels overpaying for an All-Star free agent. The names of failed contracts the Angels have signed have become familiar to baseball fans everywhere. There were small deals that backfired like those of Matt Harvey, Jose Quintana, and Tim Lincecum. Next, were the mid-range signings that were incredible failures like Zack Cozart and Gary Matthews Jr. Maybe Justin Upton fits into that group too. Unfortunately for Angels fans, current Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon fits into the final group. The Angels should release Rendon instead of letting his final year or two play out like the next two players. These two epic failures saddled the organization with a reputation for bad free-agent signings. Rendon has only made that reputation grow. Therefore, the Angels should release star Anthony Rendon and continue their youth movement in 2025.

Angels Should Release Injury-Prone Star

Kansas City, MO

Leonard Fournette does not have an NFL home, but the free agent could find work in the coming weeks. The Indianapolis Colts recently brought the veteran in for a visit, and while the two sides have yet to come to terms, it shows at least one organization is interested in the former top-five pick and Super Bowl champion. As a vested veteran, teams won’t owe any guaranteed money to Fournette if he signs after Week 1, so don’t be surprised if he’s suiting up for a new team in Week 2.

Panthers, Chiefs Could Steal Former Top-Five Pick From Colts

Chicago, IL

On Wednesday, former second-round pick Talen Horton-Tucker “agreed to a partially guaranteed deal” with the rebuilding Chicago Bulls, per The Athletic insider Shams Charania. Horton-Tucker graduated from Simeon Career Academy, located on the Southside of the Chicago, after leading the program to three consecutive City Championships. If he...

NBA Champion Agrees To Contract With Rebuilding Bulls

Baton Rouge, LA

For almost two decades, it seemed like LSU could get every position right except Quarterback. LSU’s offense was lacking, with a below-average offensive scheme and average Quarterbacks like Jordan Jefferson and Zach Mettenberger. However, since the historic season of the juggler Joe Burrow, the tide has shifted. LSU has had two top-three draft picks at Quarterback and potentially has another one in the wings.

Garrett Nussmeier 2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report

Jack Perry has been on a hot streak since his return to AEW, at AEW Dynasty 2024 in April. In these few months, he has already been able to capture the TNT Championship. This being his first singles title run, he is making sure it is a run to remember.

Why Jack Perry Will Be The Top Star At AEW All Out 2024

Denver, CO

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Despite touting its social equity programs, arrests for marijuana-related offenses in Denver skyrocketed 83% from 2022 to 2023 with 189 arrests, according to the city’s recently released 2024 marijuana report, “The Denver Collaborative Approach: Leading the Way in Municipal Marijuana Management.”

Denver marijuana arrests surge despite lower consumption, report reveals

An American upstart has found her way into the semifinal round of the US Open. Can Emma Navarro upset tournament favorite Aryna Sabalenka? Or will the Belorussian continue on what feels like an inexorable path to the title? As always, our writers share their thoughts on the match. Predicting this match are Jordan Reynolds, Ateet Shrivastava, Tope Oke, Jim Smith and Yesh Ginsburg. Who do you think will reach Saturday’s final?

US Open Semifinal Predictions: Emma Navarro vs Aryna Sabalenka

Green Bay, WI

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Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid off in July 2013. He still draws several cartoons a week and distributes them through his own syndicate. Through Heller Syndication, his cartoons regularly appear in more than 400 newspapers, making him the most successful self-syndicated editorial cartoonist in the nation. His cartoons are reprinted many times in USA Today, Denver Post, St. Paul Pioneer Press, The New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, Newsweek Japan, The Week and The Washington Post. Joe’s cartoons have won numerous distinctions, including 10 Best of Gannett awards, eight Milwaukee Press Club awards and two Honorable mentions for the John Fischetti Award. He lives in Green Bay with his wife, Pamela. He is a regular featured cartoonist for the NKyTribune .

Joe Heller: Cartoonist on news — Off to college, Biden-Harris, aging student, Covid surge

Milwaukee, WI

The new NBA season is just weeks away, but Jae Crowder is still without a team. After spending last season with the Milwaukee Bucks, the veteran forward entered free agency. This is where he remains, as one of the top options on the board that remains unsigned. Heading into year 13 of his career, Crowder could provide a tough and experienced 3-and-D wing for any team, especially a contender having played in two NBA Finals. However, no one has made a move yet to sign the veteran.

Two-Time NBA Finalist Still Searching for Team in Free Agency

It’s time for another edition of NHL rumours. We’re nearing the start of training camps in the middle of the month, but general managers will be scrambling. Executives are always thinking ahead and contracts have to be handed out. The Edmonton Oilers took care of a big piece of business with Leon Draisaitl getting his big extension. However, other teams may be under the gun to get deals done sooner rather than later. This edition of NHL rumours deals with the New York Rangers and multiple players they need to sign.

NHL Rumours: New York Rangers Extension To-Do List

Columbus, OH

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Ohio State offensive coordinator Chip Kelly has been admired in more than one sport. The play caller looks on from the sideline here during a Buckeye football spring practice. Credit: via TNS.

Football: Chip Kelly’s role in orchestrating the Buckeyes’ new offense, from the booth to the field

On the night in January 2023 when volunteers counted people experiencing homelessness in Denver, no shelter beds were available for individuals or families, according to data provided by the National Alliance to End Homelessness. More than 2,500 individuals and 181 families slept outside, the data showed.

State of homelessness in Denver: Full shelters, surge in older adults

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These 2 NBA Teams Are Overlooked in the Eastern Conference

With the Boston Celtics fresh off of a title run, every other team in the East is trying to get better to take them down. Teams...

These 2 NBA Teams Are Overlooked in the Eastern Conference

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