Damian Lillard with the Portland Trail Blazers | SCREENSHOT: House of Highlights/YouTube BasketballAfter 12 terrific seasons as a Portland Trail Blazer, longtime star Damian Lillard was traded away to the Milwaukee Bucks last week. He will join all-world big man Giannis Antetokounmpo in a quest to capture his first NBA Championship ring in 2024-25.Even though it was Lillard who officially requested his trade out of Portland, he is still respected by the fans there. Likewise? He became a fixture in the city and arguably its most recognizable sports star in his decade+ time in the City of...…Damian Lillard with the Portland Trail Blazers | SCREENSHOT: House of Highlights/YouTube BasketballAfter 12 terrific seasons as a Portland Trail Blazer, longtime star Damian Lillard was traded away to the Milwaukee Bucks last week. He will join all-world big man Giannis Antetokounmpo in a quest to capture his first NBA Championship ring in 2024-25.Even though it was Lillard who officially requested his trade out of Portland, he is still respected by the fans there. Likewise? He became a fixture in the city and arguably its most recognizable sports star in his decade+ time in the City of...WW…

Nick Smith and Matt Crafton scuffle post-race | SCREENSHOT:Frontstretch/YouTube.com MotorsportsThings got hot during Saturday’s NASCAR Truck Series at Talladega Superspeedway after two drivers ended up crashing. But things between wheelmen Nick Sanchez and Matt Crafton would only get more combustible from there.Nick Sanchez was trying to move ahead on the front stretch with three laps to go when he made contact with Matt Crafton’s vehicle, sending both spinning into a mess of metal.The crash forced Crafton out of the race, which left the driver of the No. 88 Ford F-150 a little miffed. He...…Nick Smith and Matt Crafton scuffle post-race | SCREENSHOT:Frontstretch/YouTube.com MotorsportsThings got hot during Saturday’s NASCAR Truck Series at Talladega Superspeedway after two drivers ended up crashing. But things between wheelmen Nick Sanchez and Matt Crafton would only get more combustible from there.Nick Sanchez was trying to move ahead on the front stretch with three laps to go when he made contact with Matt Crafton’s vehicle, sending both spinning into a mess of metal.The crash forced Crafton out of the race, which left the driver of the No. 88 Ford F-150 a little miffed. He...WW…

Lance Armstrong and Oprah Winfrey via Wall Street Journal YouTube, screenshot CyclingIt’s been said that heroes are built on myths; their larger-than-life narratives capture the imagination of fans worldwide. In the cycling arena, Lance Armstrong was undeniably that hero. His triumphant seven consecutive Tour de France victories, all after battling and defeating testicular cancer, crafted a legend that seemed too incredible to be true. As we’d later learn, it was.In 2012, a doping scandal would shake the foundations of professional sports, as Armstrong’s legacy came crashing down. The...…Lance Armstrong and Oprah Winfrey via Wall Street Journal YouTube, screenshot CyclingIt’s been said that heroes are built on myths; their larger-than-life narratives capture the imagination of fans worldwide. In the cycling arena, Lance Armstrong was undeniably that hero. His triumphant seven consecutive Tour de France victories, all after battling and defeating testicular cancer, crafted a legend that seemed too incredible to be true. As we’d later learn, it was.In 2012, a doping scandal would shake the foundations of professional sports, as Armstrong’s legacy came crashing down. The...WW…

Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions are off to a 3-1 start | SCREENSHOT: Tanner Phifer/YouTube FootballWhen the dust settled on Lambeau Field Thursday night, there was a different feeling in the air. The Packers, long the most dominant team in the NFC North, had just been crushed by Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions, 34-20. And while the QB himself didn’t have an earth-shattering performance, he quietly led the Silver & Blue Symphony of success during a crucial early-season victory.The funny thing is? Nobody thought it was going to turn out this way.The Jared Goff of 2023 is a far cry from...…Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions are off to a 3-1 start | SCREENSHOT: Tanner Phifer/YouTube FootballWhen the dust settled on Lambeau Field Thursday night, there was a different feeling in the air. The Packers, long the most dominant team in the NFC North, had just been crushed by Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions, 34-20. And while the QB himself didn’t have an earth-shattering performance, he quietly led the Silver & Blue Symphony of success during a crucial early-season victory.The funny thing is? Nobody thought it was going to turn out this way.The Jared Goff of 2023 is a far cry from...WW…

Jon Jones via PowerfulJRE YouTube, screenshot MMAIn the world of Mixed Martial Arts, few names resonate as powerfully as Jon “Bones” Jones. Renowned for his technical prowess and unparalleled record inside the Octagon, Jones has cemented himself as one of MMA’s all-time greats. But beyond the captivating fight highlights and championship belts lies a man with layers, depth, and a story that’s equally intriguing. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to the UFC scene, here are ten facts about Jon Jones that might surprise even the most seasoned MMA aficionado.Jon “Bones” Jones, at just 23...…Jon Jones via PowerfulJRE YouTube, screenshot MMAIn the world of Mixed Martial Arts, few names resonate as powerfully as Jon “Bones” Jones. Renowned for his technical prowess and unparalleled record inside the Octagon, Jones has cemented himself as one of MMA’s all-time greats. But beyond the captivating fight highlights and championship belts lies a man with layers, depth, and a story that’s equally intriguing. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to the UFC scene, here are ten facts about Jon Jones that might surprise even the most seasoned MMA aficionado.Jon “Bones” Jones, at just 23...WW…