Los Angeles Lakers new acquisition LeBron James leads the packs as an odds-on favorite to come away with the 2018-19 Most Valuable Player award, according to Bovada (via Sean Highkin of Bleacher Report). James is a 10/3 favorite to win the largely-coveted award, having four to his name already, along with three Finals MVP honors. The […] The post Lakers forward LeBron James has best odds to win 2019 MVP appeared first on ClutchPoints.

When you think of NBA players as model citizens, the first players who come to mind are most likely LeBron James and Stephen Curry. After all, LeBron just built a school for impoverished kids and Curry is known throughout the league for organizing fundraisers and philanthropic events. But what about...

The Los Angeles Lakers made the move of the summer by signing LeBron James to a massive four-year deal. Lakers owner Jeanie Buss went on The Rich Eisen Show Wednesday to discuss the franchise’s summer, and she likened snagging James to the signing of Shaquille O’Neal to a seven-year contract in 1996....

After acquiring superstar forward LeBron James, all eyes are on the Los Angeles Lakers.  The team posted a record of 35-47 last season, good for the 11th seed in the Western Conference and a whopping 12 games out of playoff contention. After adding LeBron as well as a handful of veteran players on...

Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey gave some major props to his soon-to-be Western Conference foe, LeBron James, calling him the greatest player ever during a guest interview on The Dan Patrick Show. Patrick asked him what teams he should be eyeing in preparation for this 2018-19 season, with...

Beyond his stellar play on the field, Jacksonville Jaguars star cornerback Jalen Ramsey has built a strong reputation for being unfiltered with his opinions and beliefs. This was certainly the case in a wide-ranging interview with Clay Skipper of GQ Magazine as he talked about many of the quarterbacks in the league that he bashed […] The post Jaguars’ Jalen Ramsey calls former MVP Matt Ryan ‘overrated’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey loves to talk, and he just talked about nearly every quarterback in the NFL. In a GQ article that was released on Wednesday, Ramsey gave his praise to some QBs and trashed a lot more. Ramsey called Buffalo Bills rookie quarterback Josh Allen trash and Atlanta...

Jalen Ramsey and Dante Fowler are each currently serving a suspension for different infractions of team rules, but the two will be back from temporary banishment on Monday, according to John Reid of the Florida Times-Union. With that, both players will not be able to join the Jaguars in joint practices...

The Jacksonville cornerback laid into almost every passer in the league in GQ interview Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey has opinions. At least, that was the focus of GQ’s Clay Skipper’s interview with Ramsey, published Wednesday. And a good number of the opinions the 2016 first-round...

The Portland guard went after ring chasers in an interview with CCTV. Even in China, Portland Trail Blazers guard CJ McCollum still finds a way to make headlines. During an appearance on China Central Television (CCTV), McCollum claimed that joining the Warriors was “disgusting” and that he “was raised differently”. Dime on UPROXX tweeted the entire clip out here: CJ McCollum went on @CCTV and said that star players joining the Warriors is 'disgusting' and 'I would never do that' : @NBA_Reddit pic.twitter.com/rcno5SMQJA— Dime on UPROXX (@DimeUPROXX) August 15, 2018 The...

Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard C.J. McCollum isn’t one to hide his feelings towards Western Conference rival Golden State Warriors. After having Warriors forward Kevin Durant on his personal podcast late last month, McCollum was later called out by Durant after he claimed that the reigning Finals...

BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Dez Bryant's going to meet with the Browns. Depending on how things go, he could stay awhile. The free agent wide receiver has scheduled a visit with Cleveland on Thursday, and the anticipated stopover could lead to the three-time Pro Bowler signing with a team craving more playmakers. Bryant, who released by the Dallas Cowboys in April after eight seasons, has shown previous interest in joining the Browns. Last week, Bryant posted on Twitter that he intended to speak with the team and a Browns spokesman confirmed the sides will talk later this week.

In the last few days, things have picked up around the Cleveland Browns in their pursuit of former Pro Bowl wide receiver Dez Bryant as he’s expected to visit with the team on Thursday. Offensive coordinator Todd Haley has voiced that although he’s intrigued by what the young wide receivers on the...

The Phillies lineup is getting a much-needed spark for the playoff run Phillies catcher Wilson Ramos will be activated from the 10-day disabled list on Wednesday, according to Phillies beat writer Matt Breen. Philadelphia acquired Ramos at the trade deadline from the Rays for a player to be named later or cash, which varies depending […] Phillies set to activate Wilson Ramos on Wednesday - That Balls Outta Here - That Balls Outta Here - A Philadelphia Phillies Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

The Los Angeles Dodgers bullpen has been struggling without closer Kenley Jansen as of late, so with Alex Wood...

Holdout pass rusher Khalil Mack is entering the final year of the five-year contract he signed as a rookie and would pay him $13.8 million to play for the Raiders in 2018.

The Oakland Raiders have undergone some major changes that were headlined by the arrival of head coach Jon Gruden, which has put in place a new offensive scheme ahead of the 2018 season. It hasn’t taken long for Pro Bowl quarterback Derek Carr to get a grip of the game plan as Gruden has voiced […] The post Raiders QB Derek Carr in ‘real command’ of Jon Gruden’s offense appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Golden State Warriors stud Andre Iguodala seems to be on the fence when it comes to the topic of the prevalence of sports betting in the NBA. According to the 34-year-old, he does see some merit to it, but also warns of its potential pitfalls, even comparing it to the gateway drug mariujana. “It’s almost […] The post Warriors’ Andre Iguodala compares the NBA embracing gambling to ‘marijuana being legalized’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Good morning, Gang Green Gangsters! Here are your daily New York Jets links for this Wednesday... North Jersey – NY Jets vs. Redskins: Storylines to watch in second preseason game. ESPN – Jets try to solve perennial problem: No edge on the edge. ESPN – Jets on edge: Years of neglect turns old strength into weakness. NJ.com – Jets QB report card: How are Sam Darnold, Josh McCown, Teddy Bridgewater doing entering 2nd preseason game? NY Daily News – Teddy Bridgewater’s return from injury has put Jets in a position of power. Elite Sports NY – Josh Norman is all about rookie Sam...

Even though Kawhi Leonard has officially been a Toronto Raptor for weeks now, the drama around the trade continues. The Leonard saga was well documented throughout last year’s regular season, as rumors abounded that Leonard had been healthy enough to play for the San Antonio Spurs, but opted to sit out because of a perceived slight […] The post Stephen A. Smith sides with Bruce Bowen on Kawhi Leonard comment after being sacked by Clippers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

It only took one rep. That was quick. The San Francisco 49ers have avoided significant practice fights through the the first three weeks of training camp, but their joint practice with the Houston Texans changed that. Cornerback Jimmie Ward and wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins got into it after Ward knocked off Hopkins’ helmet during a jam in coverage. Cam Inman reported the two players shook hands as they left the field, and that Ward is actually back practicing. On the first rep of practice, Texans WR DeAndre Hopkins and 49ers CB Jimmie Ward went at it and this is what ensued. Ward got...

Rockies news and links for August 15, 2018 Nolan Arenado, Rockies’ MVP candidate, should take all the time he needs to get shoulder healthy | Denver Post ($) The Rockies have some noticeably tough decisions to make. With the MVP-caliber Nolan Arenado down with a sore shoulder, the team has to weigh the cost of winning now or getting their star player healthy. Only one game behind the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Rockies are in a great position to take the elusive NL west title. However, Patrick Sauders argues that the team should be very cautious with the gold glover. Arenado has a great...

Paxton said the forearm was feeling much better on Wednesday morning. The team recalled right-hander Christian Bergman from Class AAA Tacoma

The Philadelphia Eagles have a lot to improve on after last week’s loss. In Week 2, they look to bounce back against a familiar foe: The New England Patriots It’s Week 2 of the preseason for the Philadelphia Eagles. This week matches the Eagles against their Super Bowl counterpart, the New England Patriots. This “rematch” […] Philadelphia Eagles: 3 Things to watch for in Preseason Week 2 - NFL Spin Zone - NFL Spin Zone - NFL news, rumors, analysis, opinions, stats, mock drafts, scores, and GIFs.