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Wizards’ Will Riley Never Stopped Working to Make the NBA
Casual basketball fans might see the stats and say that Will Riley is no Cooper Flagg or Kon Knueppel — but there’s more to the comparisons. Numbers alone don’t tell the whole story of the relentless pursuit and the countless hours in the gym that Will Riley has spent on his craft. Riley’s development through […] The post Wizards’ Will Riley Never Stopped Working to Make the NBA appeared first on The Lead .
Walker Kessler Is a Perfect Fit as the Lakers’ Franchise Center
Walker Kessler is the Los Angeles Lakers’ new franchise center. Just a day after LeBron James announced his plans to play elsewhere, the Lakers acquired the seven-foot shot blocker from the Utah Jazz in a sign-and-trade deal. The Lakers sent their 2031 and 2033 first-round picks, along with pick swaps in 2028 and 2030, to […] The post Walker Kessler Is a Perfect Fit as the Lakers’ Franchise Center appeared first on The Lead .
Michaela Onyenwere Is the Perfect Player-Leader for Young Mystics Team
Michaela Onyenwere comes to the Washington Mystics as more than just a player. Despite being in only her fifth season in the WNBA, she is one of the veterans on this young roster and, at 26, is currently the oldest player on the team. Onyenwere’s Coaching Experience Onyenwere spent time as an assistant coach at […] The post Michaela Onyenwere Is the Perfect Player-Leader for Young Mystics Team appeared first on The Lead .
If Anyone Can Fix Ja Morant, It’s Damian Lillard
Damian Lillard walked into the NBA as a grizzled veteran. The moment he stepped foot in Portland, he was ready to lead and impart wisdom on his teammates. He’s always had the utmost confidence in himself, and he’s used that excess confidence to embolden those around him. “I’m not surprised by it,” Lillard said at […] The post If Anyone Can Fix Ja Morant, It’s Damian Lillard appeared first on The Lead .
What Should the Phillies’ 3 Biggest Goals Be in July?
After a dismal 9-19 start that included a 10-game losing streak, everything changed for the Phillies on April 28. After serving in five seasons as the team’s manager, Rob Thomson was fired amidst the team’s massive underperformance. Bench coach Don Mattingly took over as the interim manager. In his first game later that day, the […] The post What Should the Phillies’ 3 Biggest Goals Be in July? appeared first on The Lead .
St. Louis Blues’ Wild Draft Week Shows They’re Not Willing to Bottom Out
Working his final full week as the St. Louis Blues GM, arguably nobody in the NHL has been busier than Doug Armstrong. Before moving up in the organization and giving up the title to Alexander Steen, Armstrong made one thing certain — the Blues are not rebuilding. The Blues got rid of one roster player, […] The post St. Louis Blues’ Wild Draft Week Shows They’re Not Willing to Bottom Out appeared first on The Lead .
LeBron James’ LA Era Is Over, Which Is Good for Lakers’ Future
The LeBron James era has come to an end for the Lakers. After eight seasons in Los Angeles, including a championship in 2020, James has informed the Lakers that he will play for another team for the 2026-27 NBA season. The Lakers had interest in retaining James, but the NBA’s all-time leading scorer decided to […] The post LeBron James’ LA Era Is Over, Which Is Good for Lakers’ Future appeared first on The Lead .
How Does the Thunder’s 2026 NBA Draft Class Fit the Current Team?
Fresh off another deep playoff run, the Oklahoma City Thunder entered the 2026 NBA Draft looking to strengthen an already championship-caliber roster. Rather than drafting solely for immediate impact, General Manager Sam Presti once again focused on adding long-term talent that addresses future needs while fitting the organization’s player-development philosophy. From adding size in the […] The post How Does the Thunder’s 2026 NBA Draft Class Fit the Current Team? appeared first on The Lead .
Should Kawhi Leonard Have Ever Left the Raptors?
In professional sports, athletes have to look out for themselves. Opinions are thrown at them from every direction, like which players they should team up with, whether to stay with their current team or look for a better situation. It is up to the players to make the decisions they believe will benefit them the […] The post Should Kawhi Leonard Have Ever Left the Raptors? appeared first on The Lead .
Can Darryn Peterson Lead the Utah Jazz to the Playoffs Next Season?
“With the second pick in the 2026 NBA draft the Utah Jazz select, Darryn Peterson from the University of Kansas,” exclaimed NBA commissioner Adam Silver. https://twitter.com/utahjazz/status/2069581224981745810?s=20 Miles away in Salt Lake City, at their annual draft party, Jazz Nation responded with a thunderous cheer. Picking Peterson marks a new era in Jazz basketball. Since their […] The post Can Darryn Peterson Lead the Utah Jazz to the Playoffs Next Season? appeared first on The Lead .
Uncertainty Defines Milwaukee Bucks’ Future Without Giannis Antetokounmpo
The Milwaukee Bucks franchise and its fans are officially in a new era: life without Giannis Antetokounmpo. Now comes the tricky part: What can the Bucks do next to get out of what will be an uncertain future for the franchise? For the first time since 2012-13, the Bucks will enter an NBA season with […] The post Uncertainty Defines Milwaukee Bucks’ Future Without Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared first on The Lead .
Can Julian Strawther Carve Out a Role on the Nuggets in 2026?
After a disappointing first-round exit, the Denver Nuggets will undoubtedly be making substantial changes to their roster. Christian Braun and Cameron Johnson have been linked in trade rumors daily. Peyton Watson‘s future remains unknown. Even beloved Nuggets Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon could possibly be on their way out. And that’s just the starting lineup. […] The post Can Julian Strawther Carve Out a Role on the Nuggets in 2026? appeared first on The Lead .
Five Pittsburgh Steelers Who Must Step Up During Training Camp
As summer rolls along, we get closer and closer to the Pittsburgh Steelers heading to Latrobe, PA, for Training Camp. There are many exciting new faces this year, including Michael Pittman Jr., Rico Dowdle, and Jamel Dean. However, other players risk falling out of favor with the team, and Training Camp gives them one last […] The post Five Pittsburgh Steelers Who Must Step Up During Training Camp appeared first on The Lead .
Is Travis Hunter’s Two-Way Role Sustainable for the Future?
The Jacksonville Jaguars drafted Travis Hunter with the No.2 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, for a purpose never seen before: to be a full-time player on both sides of the ball. Hunter will be entering his second season. He has faced plenty of doubters since he was drafted, mostly about his ability to […] The post Is Travis Hunter’s Two-Way Role Sustainable for the Future? appeared first on The Lead .
Was JJ Peterka Worth the Bruins’ First-Round Pick?
The first round of the 2026 NHL Draft took place in Buffalo at the KeyBank Center. This year, the Boston Bruins were supposed to secure eight picks in total across all rounds. However, Boston made a striking move by trading their lone first-round selection to the Utah Mammoth in exchange for forward JJ Peterka. The […] The post Was JJ Peterka Worth the Bruins’ First-Round Pick? appeared first on The Lead .
How Important Are Roles and Rotations for the Connecticut Sun?
Like any team full of young athletes and newly formed, the Connecticut Sun is still looking to find which lineups work best together. It isn’t necessarily a question of who’s most talented on the team, but whose skills fit best with one another. There is no consistent starting five that head coach Rachid Meziane of […] The post How Important Are Roles and Rotations for the Connecticut Sun? appeared first on The Lead .
What Would Bills Have to Do to Justify Signing Stefon Diggs?
As of June 29, former Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs remains a free agent. This follows his release from the division rival Patriots, with whom he signed a three-year deal last offseason. While there haven’t been any official reports about either side having interest in a reunion, it’s still something worth visiting. As is […] The post What Would Bills Have to Do to Justify Signing Stefon Diggs? appeared first on The Lead .
The Washington Wizards Have Quietly Become a Playoff Contender
Last season, the Washington Wizards finished at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings with a 17-65 record. While calling them a potential playoff team may sound premature, this is no longer the same team they were at the start of the 2025-26 season. Between the additions of Trae Young and Anthony Davis, a young […] The post The Washington Wizards Have Quietly Become a Playoff Contender appeared first on The Lead .
Where Does Knicks-Spurs Land? — Ranking the Last 10 NBA Finals
It’s been 16 days since Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks won the NBA Finals, defeating the San Antonio Spurs in five games. The Knicks won their first title in 53 years, doing so in surprising fashion. Last year, NBA experts predicted that the reigning No. 1 seed Cleveland Cavaliers would emerge from the […] The post Where Does Knicks-Spurs Land? — Ranking the Last 10 NBA Finals appeared first on The Lead .
Who Are the Top 10 Teams in MLB Post Father’s Day?
Father’s Day loosely marks the midway point of the Major League Baseball season. Standings are real. Fans can separate the great from the good, and the good from the bad. Plus, it’s never too early to check the postseason picture. Here are the 10 best teams in baseball following game No. 81. 10. Miami Marlins […] The post Who Are the Top 10 Teams in MLB Post Father’s Day? appeared first on The Lead .
After 3 Blockbuster NHL Trades, Who Are Biggest Winners/Losers?
The weeks leading up to free agency have been much more eventful than anyone expected. There have been several shocking, landscape-altering trades this week, but they are not all equal. The three trades with the most potential to deliver for their respective franchises were made by the Washington Capitals, the Florida Panthers, and the Buffalo […] The post After 3 Blockbuster NHL Trades, Who Are Biggest Winners/Losers? appeared first on The Lead .
Hawks Double Down on CJ McCollum’s Brilliance with 1-Year Extension
The New York Knicks had a historic championship run this past season. Atlanta’s CJ McCollum stood as one of the biggest threats to that title. This past week, McCollum agreed to a one-year, $21 million contract extension with Atlanta that includes a trade kicker, ensuring he will not enter free agency on June 30. The […] The post Hawks Double Down on CJ McCollum’s Brilliance with 1-Year Extension appeared first on The Lead .
Pirates’ Bryan Reynolds Continues to Dominate Every June
It’s been a rough June for the Pittsburgh Pirates, as the Bucs have gone 9-13 while losing key players Spencer Horwitz, Konnor Griffin and Oneil Cruz to injury. Even some of their healthy big producers have slumped this month. However, one man has been the light in the darkness, consistently producing for them — Bryan […] The post Pirates’ Bryan Reynolds Continues to Dominate Every June appeared first on The Lead .
How Will Cameron Carr Help the Los Angeles Lakers Improve?
As the clock struck 7:52 pm on the West Coast, with the New York Knicks selecting for the Los Angeles Lakers at pick No. 24 in the 2026 NBA Draft, the world witnessed as NBA Commissioner Adam Silver read, “Cameron Carr from Baylor University.” Now that the dust has settled, Developmental Coach Ty Abbot and […] The post How Will Cameron Carr Help the Los Angeles Lakers Improve? appeared first on The Lead .
What Made the Sun Set Differently Against the Chicago Sky?
After going the entire season so far without a win at home, the Connecticut Sun were able to get over the hump to take down the Chicago Sky. On June 22, the Mohegan Sun crowd finally got to witness this team come out on top by 29 points. So, what was the big change? A […] The post What Made the Sun Set Differently Against the Chicago Sky? appeared first on The Lead .
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