Skip to main content

Latest

Sports blog entries from across the web

⇧ Trending

Kylan Boswell: Strengths, Weaknesses of former Illini PG as NBA Combine Nears

This past Friday saw the NBA Draft Combine invite list, 73 names long, released, and it included three Illinois Fighting Illini. Shooting guard and Jerry West Award wiiner Keaton Wagler, point guard/combo guard Kylan Boswell and small forward Andrej Stojakovic. Wagler is set to become a top 10, maybe even 5 overall pick. Stojakovic, who […] The post Kylan Boswell: Strengths, Weaknesses of former Illini PG as NBA Combine Nears appeared first on The Sports Bank .

NBA

Cup of Cavs: NBA news and links for Sunday, Feb. 1

Good morning, it’s Sunday, February 1st. The Cleveland Cavaliers are 29-21 and play the Portland Trail Blazers on the road tonight. Cleveland lost to the Suns on Friday in a blowout defeat. This is Cleveland’s final game against the Blazers this season. They lost their previous match to Portland 122-110 in December. Caleb Love and […]

Golden Nuggets: One more week of this for 49ers fans

49ers Insider Drops Strong Message on Browns DC Jim Schwartz  “[Schwartz] is a guy who obviously Kyle Shanahan respects a lot,” Lee Chan said in her YouTube video published on Jan. 30. “I don’t know that he’s the best fit for the 49ers and how they’re built defensively. 49ers are built to rush from the […]

Game Preview: Knicks vs Lakers, February 1, 2026

The Knicks (30*-18) welcome the Lakers (29-18) to Madison Square Garden with the building buzzing again. New York has won five straight games (four by double digits) thanks to a top-10 defense, world-class rebounding, and an explosive offense. The team that was a reeking garbage pile just a couple of weeks ago smells fresh as […]

Player Grades: Mavericks vs. Rockets

The Dallas Mavericks took on their intrastate rival Houston Rockets Saturday night. Dallas saw their losing streak push to four games after a 111-107 defeat. Let’s get to the grades! Max Christie: C+ 11 PTS / 2 REB / 1 AST / 0 STL / 1 BLK – 32 MIN His overall shooting was far […]

NBA

Raptors vs. Jazz Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats and Best Bets – Sunday, February 1, 2026

The Utah Jazz (15-34) visit the Toronto Raptors (29-21) after losing four road games in a row. The Raptors are double-digit favorites by 11.5 points in the contest, which tips at 6 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 1, 2026. The over/under is 234.5 in the matchup. Raptors vs. Jazz Odds Raptors odds to win: -521 Jazz odds to win: +400 Spread: Raptors (-11.5) Total: 234.5 How to Bet on Raptors vs. Jazz Game Time and Information When: Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 6 p.m. ET Where...

Masterful Frenkie de Jong powers Barcelona to victory over Elche

Barcelona once again lived up to their reputation as an attacking machine against Elche. By the end of the night, they produced 30 shots, yet only three went in. In the big picture, you have to be happy with the result. Barca got a win on the road against a clever opponent. The offense continues […]

Sunday Habs Headlines: Wolf bond

Montreal Canadiens news and notes The post-game award of the wolf hat is bringing the Canadiens’ pack together. [ Montreal Gazette ] The Canadiens could use a penalty-killing forward at the trade deadline. [ The Athletic ] Kaiden Guhle blamed himself for getting into a bad position on the hit from Josh Manson versus Colorado, but said the hit he threw shortly after returning was his way of showing everyone he was okay. [ TVA Sports ] “He has a lot more skill than I do,” Z...

NHL

East Tennessee State vs. Wofford: Free Live Stream, TV Channel, How to Watch

The Wofford Terriers (15-7, 7-2 SoCon) will try to build on a four-game win streak when they host the East Tennessee State Buccaneers (15-7, 7-2 SoCon) on February 1, 2026 at Jerry Richardson Indoor Stadium. The matchup airs on CBS Sports Network. In its previous game, East Tennessee State fell to Western Carolina on Thursday, 90-88. Brian Taylor II scored a team-high 24 points (and chipped in seven assists and two boards). On Thursday, in its last game, Wofford beat Chattanooga 81-55. With ...

How to Watch Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Oregon Ducks: Live Stream or on TV

The Oregon Ducks (8-13, 1-9 Big Ten) will host the Iowa Hawkeyes (15-5, 5-4 Big Ten) after losing four straight home games. In its most recent game, Iowa defeated USC on Wednesday, 73-72. Its leading scorer was Tavion Banks with 20 points. In its most recent game, Oregon lost to UCLA on Wednesday, 73-57. Kwame Evans Jr. scored a team-high 24 points (and chipped in two assists and eight boards). When is Iowa vs. Oregon and when does it start? This game between the Hawkeyes and Ducks is se...

NFL Makes Slight Improvement in Super Bowl Logo Trend

When looking at the Super Bowl logo, one can’t help but think of the phrase “Corporate culture,” which is one of the worst business buzzwords you’ll ever hear. It’s right up there with “paradigm shift,” “synergy,” “core competencies” and “best practices” in the corporatespeak pantheon of meaningless gobbledy gook. That’s because corporate culture often prioritizes […] The post NFL Makes Slight Improvement in Super Bowl Logo Trend appeared first on The Sports Bank .

NFL

Clippers vs. Suns Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Sunday, February 1, 2026

The Phoenix Suns (30-19) host the Los Angeles Clippers (22-25) after winning three home games in a row. The Clippers are favored by only 2 points in the matchup, which tips at 8 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 1, 2026. The matchup has a point total of 214.5. If you are trying to gain an edge on Sunday’s game, see the best bets available in this matchup, below (based on our computer predictions). How to Bet on Clippers vs. Suns Pick the Suns (+2) to Cover The Clippers have 23 wins again...

Thunder vs. Nuggets Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Sunday, February 1, 2026

The Western-leading Oklahoma City Thunder (38-11) are favored by 4.5 points as they look to hold off the No. 2 team in the conference, the Denver Nuggets (33-16). The teams square off Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 9:30 p.m. ET on NBC/Peacock. The point total is 227.5 for the matchup. Dive into the best bets available (according to our computer predictions) in Sunday’s game, before you make an informed wager on the matchup. How to Bet on Thunder vs. Nuggets Pick the Nuggets (+4.5) to Cove...

Heat vs. Bulls Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Sunday, February 1, 2026

The Miami Heat (26-24) square off against the Chicago Bulls (24-25) as 5.5-point favorites on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 6 p.m. ET on FDSSUN, CHSN, and WPLG. The over/under in the matchup is 232.5. Check out below to find the best bets you can place on Sunday’s game, based on our computer predictions. How to Bet on Heat vs. Bulls Pick the Heat (-5.5) to Cover The Heat have played 50 games, with 28 wins against the spread. The Bulls are 24-24-1 against the spread this season. S...

Raptors vs. Jazz Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Sunday, February 1, 2026

The Toronto Raptors (29-21) host the Utah Jazz (15-34) after losing three straight home games. The Raptors are heavy favorites by 11.5 points in the matchup, which begins at 6 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 1, 2026. The matchup has an over/under of 234.5 points. Before you place an informed wager on the contest, take a look at the best bets available in Sunday’s game based on our computer predictions. How to Bet on Raptors vs. Jazz Pick the Raptors (-11.5) to Cover Against the spread,...

Cavaliers vs. Trail Blazers Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Sunday, February 1, 2026

The Portland Trail Blazers (23-26) will try to end a four-game losing streak when they host the Cleveland Cavaliers (29-21) on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at Moda Center as just 3-point underdogs. The game airs at 9 p.m. ET on KUNP and FDSOH. The matchup has an over/under set at 229.5 points. Our computer predictions below will help you decide what are the best bets available for Sunday’s game. How to Bet on Cavaliers vs. Trail Blazers Pick the Trail Blazers (+3) to Cover The Cavalier...

Game Preview: San Antonio Spurs vs. Orlando Magic

The Orlando Magic have a winning record, but after taking a small leap last season and with powerhouses like the Boston Celtics and Indiana dealing with serious injuries, some pundits envisioned them finding their way into a top four spot in the East. That hasn’t been the case so far, in no small part due […]

NBA

Super Bowl XXV, in 1991, Remains the G.O.A.T.

We’re exactly one week away from the 32nd anniversary of the best of all the big games every played. In the early 1990s, the Buffalo Bills went to four straight Super Bowls and lost all four, but man did they help to provide one of the best Super Bowls of all time. Like Tom Petty […] The post Super Bowl XXV, in 1991, Remains the G.O.A.T. appeared first on The Sports Bank .

Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano, 2026 La Liga: Predicted lineups

Real Madrid host Rayo Vallecano in what should be a manageable home game for Los Blancos. Arbeloa will be expected to deploy the same starting lineup he’s been using in recent games, with the exception of either Brahim or Rodrygo starting on the right wing. Real Madrid predicted XI: Courtois, Valverde, Asencio, Huijsen, Carreras, Tchouameni, […]