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Hello RotoBallers! It's time to set those lineups, and we're here to guide you with our fantasy baseball hitter start/sit recommendations chart for the week ahead (July 16 - July 19). Today, we'll look at some lineup decisions for players like Kazuma Okamoto, A.J. Ewing, Justin Crawford, Nico Hoerner and more -- and how their […]
Prior to Boston’s 136-107 runaway win over the Wizards on Wednesday night, the Celtics had utilized a true small ball lineup combination two times for a grand total of seven minutes. Against the Wizards, they used six different combinations for 16:37, with each quarter seeing at least one different lineup variation. And with those results […]
Since the supposedly consensual dissolution of their highly successful 24-year partnership in January 2024, New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and longtime head coach Bill Belichick have been involved in a bitter feud. As fate might have it, though, both are realistic candidates to make it into the Pro Football Hall of Fame as part […]
The Miami Dolphins have had a forgettable 2025 season and QB Tua Tagovailoa is enjoying his worst year as a pro yet. After the Dolphins and Chris Grier parted ways, a rumor started that Tua would be fighting for his job as his performance so far this season has not been optimal. Mike McDaniel came […]
Post-match recovery session – FC BarcelonaThe team travelled straight to Barcelona after the game in Bruges, arriving in the early morning. Just hours later, Hansi Flick and the squad were in for a post-match recovery session, which featured the substitutes at the Jan Breydel stadium plus Andreas Christensen, who is now fully back in training. […]
Florida State presents as a complete and efficient football team with top-tier production across all phases. Offensively, the Seminoles combine an elite rushing unit with explosive, high-efficiency passing that thrives off play-action and misdirection. Defensively, they’re disciplined and fast, built to limit big plays and generate takeaways. Let’s take a look at the data. Offense […]
Most weeks of this season, I have tried to post some kind of game preview article, usually based on statistical reviews of offensive & defensive rankings, turnover margins, common opponents and the like. After three consecutive beatdowns at the hands of the Cowboys, Chiefs and Seahawks in games broadcast to all or most of the […]
What: Charlotte Hornets (3-5) (1-3 away) (0-0 Cup) at Miami Heat (4-4) (2-0 home) (0-0 Cup) When: 8:00pm Eastern Where: Kaseya Center; Miami, FL How to watch: FanDuel Sports Network, NBA League Pass Outfitting: Hornets–Association (white), Heat–Statement (red) Game Lines: Hornets +4.5, Hornets money line +165, O/U 243.5 Injuries:Hornets: Collin Sexton-probable (neck), LaMelo Ball-questionable (ankle), […] The post Charlotte Hornets vs Miami Heat NBA Cup Preview: Game 9 first appeared on At T...
Virgil van Dijk’s unexpected full-time decision after Liverpool’s win over Real Madrid spoke volumes about his leadership as he confronted recent criticism. There are moments in a season that reveal far more than a scoreline, and Liverpool’s 1–0 win over Real Madrid at Anfield felt like one of them. Not simply because Arne Slot’s side […] The post What Virgil van Dijk did at full time spoke volumes after Liverpool’s win over Real Madrid appeared first on Paisley Gates .
According to Liverpool FC beat reporter Lewis Steele in his weekly Daily Mail column, sources in Madrid reckon that Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi has already committed himself to a transfer to the Reds, taking him off the table as a summer signing. Of course, Real Madrid have just lost to Liverpool in the Champions […]
Montreal Canadiens news and notes Noah Dobson’s path to the Canadiens began in Austria at age 15. [ Montreal Gazette ] Inside Ivan Demidov’s hockey brain and how it’s helped him excel as an NHL rookie. [ The Athletic ] Demidov should not be compared to Alexei Kovalev — the rookie is a wholly different player. [ Journal de Montreal ] The potential future landscape for the Canadiens at centre. [ La Presse ] Danièle Sauvageau, a visionary at heart. [ La Presse ] Ja...
Barcelona won’t be able to call upon Raphinha for Sunday’s trip to Celta Vigo in La Liga as he’s still not ready to return. According to Diario AS, the Brazilian is “completely ruled out” even though his recovery is going well. Barca will not rush him back, after seeing him suffer a setback before El […]
End of year awards season continues with the announcements of the nominees for FIFA’s “The Best” awards, now in their tenth edition and still as awkwardly named as ever. Since Chelsea did find success in both the UEFA Conference League and, more notably, the very first edition of the revamped FIFA Club World Cup, we […]
In Week 10 (Sunday at 9:30 a.m. ET), WR Darnell Mooney and the Atlanta Falcons will face the Indianapolis Colts, who have the 26th-ranked passing defense in the NFL (244.8 yards conceded per game). Is Mooney worth starting in fantasy this week? Keep reading as we break down his upcoming matchup against the Colts. Sign up for Fubo to watch the NFL, live sports and entertainment without cable! Darnell Mooney Week 10 Game Info Let’s go into a few of the upcoming game’s vital info, along w...
In Week 10 (Sunday at 1 p.m. ET), wide receiver Jakobi Meyers and the Jacksonville Jaguars will meet the Houston Texans, who have the fourth-ranked pass defense in the NFL (177.5 yards allowed per game). Is Meyers’ game against the Texans this week a good time to start him in fantasy? Below, we dig into his relevant fantasy numbers. Sign up for Fubo to watch the NFL, live sports and entertainment without cable! Jakobi Meyers Week 10 Game Info Let’s go into some of the upcoming game’s v...
DeAndre Hopkins and the Baltimore Ravens will face the Minnesota Vikings and their eighth-ranked passing defense (194.5 yards allowed per game) in Week 10, on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET. With his upcoming tilt versus the Vikings this week, should Hopkins be considered a lock for your fantasy football lineup? We break down the stats and trends below. Sign up for Fubo to watch the NFL, live sports and entertainment without cable! DeAndre Hopkins Week 10 Game Info Let’s highlight a few of the up...
In Week 10 (Sunday at 1 p.m. ET), wideout Sterling Shepard and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will play the New England Patriots, who have the 20th-ranked pass defense in the NFL (223.6 yards allowed per game). Is Shepard a worthwhile starting option in fantasy this week? Keep reading as we dig into his upcoming matchup against the Patriots. Sign up for Fubo to watch the NFL, live sports and entertainment without cable! Sterling Shepard Week 10 Game Info Let’s go into a few of the upcoming g...
Wideout Chris Moore has a matchup versus the 12th-ranked passing defense in the league (200.3 yards allowed per game) in Week 10, when his Washington Commanders meet the Detroit Lions, Sunday at 4:25 p.m. ET. Is Moore worth starting in fantasy this week? Keep scrolling as we dive into his upcoming matchup against the Lions. Sign up for Fubo to watch the NFL, live sports and entertainment without cable! Chris Moore Week 10 Game Info Let’s highlight some of the upcoming game’s vital info...
The SE Louisiana Lions (0-1) battle the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns (0-1) at Cajundome on November 7, 2025. Louisiana dropped its most recent game to Ball State, 75-64, on Monday. Jamyron Keller was its high scorer with 21 points. In its most recent game, SE Louisiana lost to Ole Miss on Monday, 88-58. Its top scorer was Jaiden Lawrence with 15 points. When is Louisiana vs. SE Louisiana and when does it start? This game between the Ragin’ Cajuns and Lions is set to start on Friday, November ...
The UAB Blazers (1-0) face the NC State Wolfpack (1-0) at Lenovo Center on November 7, 2025. NC State won its most recent game versus North Carolina Central, 114-66, on Monday. Darrion Williams was its high scorer with 19 points. On Monday, in its last game, UAB topped Mississippi Valley State 106-55. With 23 points, Chance Westry was its high scorer. When is NC State vs. UAB and when does it start? This contest between the Wolfpack and Blazers is scheduled to tip off on Friday, November...
The Bucknell Bison (1-0) face the Mount St. Mary’s Mountaineers (0-1) at Knott Arena on November 7, 2025. In its most recent game, Mount St. Mary’s lost to West Virginia on Tuesday, 70-54. Its top scorer was Trey Deveaux with 15 points. In its previous game, Bucknell topped Delaware on Monday, 78-70. Amon Dorries scored a team-high 20 points (and contributed two assists and five boards). When is Mount St. Mary’s vs. Bucknell and when does it start? This game between the Mountaineers and ...
The Iona Gaels (0-0) play the Hofstra Pride (0-1) at Hynes Athletics Center on November 7, 2025. Hofstra lost its previous game to UCF, 82-78, on Monday. Cruz Davis starred with 17 points, plus two rebounds and five assists. Last year Iona went 17-17. When is Hofstra vs. Iona and when does it start? This contest between the Pride and Gaels will happen on Friday, November 7, 2025. Be ready to see the opening tip at 7 p.m. ET. Where to Watch Hofstra vs. Iona The Pride and Gaels will hi...
The Utah State Aggies (1-0) take the court against the VCU Rams (1-0) on November 7, 2025. In its most recent game, Utah State beat Westminster (UT) on Monday, 110-54. Its top scorer was Michael Collins Jr. with 23 points. In its most recent game, VCU topped Wagner on Monday, 103-74. Its leading scorer was Lazar Djokovic with 21 points. When is Utah State vs. VCU and when does it start? This matchup between the Aggies and Rams will begin on Friday, November 7, 2025. Expect to see the ope...
Since I got distracted and forgot to include a player ratings form on our post-match reaction thread, here’s one now. So it’s not quite on-the-whistle as usual, but hopefully the 36 hours of reflection haven’t changed your ratings too much (since the whole point is to gauge the immediate reactions). Vote away!
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Looking to build off a turnaround that saw them finish last season with a 52-30 record and a 2nd place finish in the Western Conference, the Houston Rockets went all-in this summer by acquiring Kevin Durant from the Phoenix Suns. Adding the 4-time scoring champ has shown early promise, as a Houston team that was […]