Long before “Luka to the Lakers,” there was a different blockbuster trade that shook the NBA and continues to resonate as the second round of the playoffs begins. Back in October, it seemed impossible to top the impact of Karl-Anthony Towns being shipped to the Big Apple and Julius Randle landing in the Twin Cities….
Apr 19, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes (30) delivers a pitch against the Cleveland Guardians during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images The stakes will be even higher for the Pittsburgh Pirates this weekend after their short bus ride up Interstate 5 to Los Angeles…
Mar 20, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; Tennessee Volunteers guard Chaz Lanier (2) drives to the basket against Wofford Terriers forward Jeremy Lorenz (32) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images LEXINGTON, Ky. — Two of the top defensive teams in the NCAA…
Mar 20, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; Montreal Canadiens right wing Brendan Gallagher (11) fights for the puck against New York Islanders defensemen Adam Pelech (3) and Noah Dobson (8) and Ryan Pulock (6) and goaltender Ilya Sorokin (30) during the first period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images Bo Horvat scored his…