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NBA Notes: Sixers, Mike Gansey, Nuggets, Rockets, Bruce Thornton

Sixers Mike Gansey didn’t spend long settling into his new job. The Sixers’ president of basketball operations made one of the biggest moves of the offseason by acquiring Jaylen Brown from the Celtics, and he admitted he never expected things to unfold so quickly. “I would’ve never envisioned it,” Gansey said, via Gina Mizell of […] The post NBA Notes: Sixers, Mike Gansey, Nuggets, Rockets, Bruce Thornton appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Rockets’ Bruce Thornton Is Checking Every Box at NBA Summer League

The Rockets didn’t have a first-round pick in the 2026 Draft. Instead, they traded up as far as they could into the second round to draft Bruce Thornton at pick No. 31. Three games into Summer League, that swap already looks like the best value move of their offseason. The Rockets said they were getting […] The post Rockets’ Bruce Thornton Is Checking Every Box at NBA Summer League appeared first on The Lead .

Astros Prospects First Half Standouts

Here are some prospects who have stood out so far in the first half of the season! Jason Schiavone – Schiavone has put together a breakout season. The 23-year-old catcher got off to a hot start in Asheville hitting .289 with 17 home runs in 35 games. He earned a promotion to Double-A where he’s […]

Trade Deadline Outlook: Houston Astros

The Astros have rallied in almost unthinkable fashion, shaking off a cavalcade of injuries that sunk them to a 20-31 nadir as deep into the season as May 20. They’ve not only bounced back with a 27-20 record since that low point, they’ve done so despite long-term absences for several key players. Jeremy Peña, Hunter […]

Lance McCullers Jr. sends emotional message after Milwaukee Brewers trade ends Houston Astros era

The Milwaukee Brewers recently acquired Lance McCullers Jr. from the Houston Astros. The deal closes the curtain on the veteran right-hander’s long tenure in Houston, where he spent his entire Major League career, helped the franchise capture multiple World Series titles, and became one of the defining players of its championship era. After officially becoming [...]

Astros Legends Series 31: Casey Candaele

Casey Candaele became a member of the Houston Astros on July 23rd, 1988.  In a three-year period from 1990-1992, he played in 416 contests.   He joins us exclusively at The Crawfish Boxes for our 31st series entry of the Legends Series.     Q:  The trade in 1988 that brought you to Houston.    What do […]

David Montgomery doesn’t receive high marks

Dalton Wasserman and Max Chadwick of PFF released their 2026 Running Back Rankings recently and you have to scroll pretty far to see the Houston Texans new tailback, David Montgomery. Despite all the local hype from both Detroit and H-Town, it seems the folks at PFF, and their grading system, don’t hold the runner in […]

VOTE: Grade Bruce Thornton in NBA Summer League

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Rockets fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Houston Rockets second round guard Bruce Thornton has played pretty well through three NBA Summer League […]

Houston Astros reveal why Lance McCullers Jr. approved trade to Milwaukee Brewers after 14-Year run

The Milwaukee Brewers bolstered their roster with a major deadline move, landing veteran pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. in a trade with the Houston Astros. McCullers agreed to waive his no-trade rights to make the deal happen. As part of the transaction, Milwaukee also received pitcher Colton Gordon and cash, while Houston acquired prospect Jadyn Fielder, [...]

4 Teams Interested In Free Agent Terrion Arnold

Terrion Arnold may be closer to a second chance than anyone expected. Despite facing serious felony charges, the former Detroit Lions first-round pick has drawn interest from four NFL teams since his release, according to his agent Nicole Lynn, who testified in a court hearing on Friday. Per Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press, Lynn said the Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts , Seattle Seahawks , and New York Jets have all reached out about Arnold, and that there is a "very good likelihoo...

Astros Trade Lance McCullers Jr., Colton Gordon To Brewers

The Brewers and Astros have announced the first trade of the season’s unofficial second half, with Houston sending righty Lance McCullers Jr., left-hander Colton Gordon and cash to Milwaukee in exchange for minor league outfielder Jadyn Fielder. The Brewers are reportedly absorbing $2.5MM of the remaining money on McCullers’ underwater contract. Milwaukee transferred Rob Zastryzny to […]

Congratulations Pour In From Dak Prescott, Drake Maye & More as Ex-Cowboys QB Announces Retirement

Will Grier spent seven years in the NFL, but he played only two games. He’s worn the uniforms of six different teams in his career, and faced uncertainty at every step of the way. Grier soldiered on when nobody expected him to. However, a day had to come when the quarterback thought it was enough. […] The post Congratulations Pour In From Dak Prescott, Drake Maye & More as Ex-Cowboys QB Announces Retirement appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Houston Astros Acquire MLB Legend’s Son In Trade With Milwaukee Brewers

On Friday, the Houston Astros will resume action following the All-Star break when they host the Baltimore Orioles in Texas.They are coming off a 6-5 loss to the Texas Rangers (on Sunday).Houston Astros Acquire MLB Legend’s SonUPDATE: The Astros have officially announced the deal. On Wednesday, news came out that the Astros are making a trade […] The post Houston Astros Acquire MLB Legend’s Son In Trade With Milwaukee Brewers appeared first on HEAVY .