All news by author: Matthew Abbott

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Milwaukee Bucks make surprise decision on new head coach
After being knocked out of the NBA playoffs in the first round by the Miami Heat, the Milwaukee Bucks are reportedly closing in on naming their new head coach
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LeBron James played with torn tendon during Lakers conference finals defeat
The Los Angeles Lakers star is weighing up his options during the offseason and it has been revealed played through the pain barrier throughout the NBA playoffs before being eliminated
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NFL owners agree to trial controversial new rule during 2023 season
Despite reported opposition from special team coaches across the league, the NFL owners have passed a one-year trial for the fair catch rule in the name of player safety
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NFL announces Super Bowl 60 venue as teams make World Cup decision
Several NFL stadiums will host matches during the 2026 World Cup, which starts only months after the Super Bowl. Canada and Mexico are also co-hosts alongside the United States.
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New York Yankees manager ejected again after row with umpires
Aaron Boone got into a heated confrontation with crew chief Brian O’Nora early on in the New York Yankees' eventual come-from-behind win against the Cincinnati Reds
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Tom Brady advice when meeting Levis, Young, Stroud and Richardson was perfect
The four-time MVP may have retired from the NFL during the offseason, but that does not mean he isn't offering advice to help the next generation of quarterbacks.
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LeBron James left in disbelief as debate rages after controversial foul call
The Los Angeles Lakers forward was far from pleased with the controversial incident that saw the Denver Nuggets close to within one point of their opponents during Game Two.
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LeBron James warning falls on deaf ears as Nikola Jokic ties all-time NBA record
The former multiple-time MVPs are facing off in the Western Conference Finals, and Nikola Jokic currently has a 2-0 edge over LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers
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LeBron James left red-faced as showboat dunk fails in Los Angeles Lakers loss
The NBA's all-time leading scorer missed a wide-open dunk during the second quarter of their eventual Game Two defeat against the Denver Nuggets in the Western Conference Finals
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Philadelphia Eagles have lost "smartest player" to rivals Pittsburgh Steelers
The Super Bowl runner up have been active during the offseason with several players coming and going from last season's roster that won the NFC Championship Game
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Fans make their feelings known on New England Patriots offering Tom Brady return
After leading the New England Patriots to six Super Bowls during two decades playing in Foxborough, Tom Brady is back for their season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles
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Justin Verlander responds to being booed by own fans in front of wife Kate Upton
The two-time World Series champion has endured an injury-affected start to life with the New York Mets and is struggling to recapture his finest form since returning to fitness
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Mbappe watches NBA's hottest prospect Wembanyama in regular season goodbye
The Paris Saint-Germain player took the opportunity to watch the projected number one pick in the NBA draft for one of the final times in his homeland before he heads to the United States
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Wrexham star wasn't allowed in to casinos and nightclubs on Las Vegas trip
Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds paid for the Wrexham players to spend four days celebrating their promotion to League Two in Las Vegas, but one individual missed out on the best bits.
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Tom Brady outlines heartwarming personal reason behind his love of golf
The former New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback has always had a love for golf as well as football and has now explained his relationship with the sport
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Matt Ryan to rival Tom Brady after $375m deal as he takes new NFL job
The former MVP quarterbacks will be working for rival NFL broadcasters as of the 2024 NFL season after their years playing for the Atlanta Falcons and New England Patriots
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'Psychic' TikTok dog correctly predicts five NBA Playoff results
Lilo the corgi has called the winner in all each of the first five games of the Western Conference semifinals series between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Golden State Warriors
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Tom Brady responds to New England Patriots return offer ahead of new NFL season
The three-time NFL MVP retired from football in February and is being invited back to Foxborough by the New England Patriots when they face the Philadelphia Eagles
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MLB ace gets Airbnb to avoid 'haunted' team hotel that has spooked other players
The Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee is notorious around the major leagues for being haunted, with players previously staying away from their teams while in Wisconsin.
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Kansas City Chiefs have intimidating warning for Super Bowl winner set to return
The Kansas City Chiefs will host the Miami Dolphins at Arrowhead Stadium during the 2023 season and finally welcome back Super Bowl winning wide receiver Tyreek Hill
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Former Philadelphia 76ers president Chris Heck set for Premier League move
Aston Villa are set to appoint the former Philadelphia 76ers president, who has also previously worked for the Miami Heat, the Philadelphia Eagles and the Philadelphia Flyers
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New York Yankees star at odds with team over return from injury
New York Yankees pitcher Luis Severino has not played for the injury-hit franchise so far this season after being sidelined during the final week of spring training with a lat strain
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LSU star Angel Reese speaks out on "frustrating" Caitlin Clark drama
LSU Tigers forward Angel Reese taunting Iowa Hawkeyes guard Caitlin Clark during NCAA women's basketball championship game in March Madness caused controversy
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LeBron James demand to Tristan Thompson doesn't go as planned in NBA Playoffs
The former Cleveland Cavaliers teammates are now together again on the Los Angeles Lakers and facing familiar foes the Golden State Warriors in the NBA playoffs
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Russell Westbrook makes cheeky demand to LA Lakers if they win NBA title
The 2017 NBA MVP started the regular season on the Los Angeles Lakers before being traded to the Utah Jazz at the deadline and eventually ending up on the Los Angeles Clippers