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Matt Wadleigh

Wadleigh is based in Merced, Calif., and covers multiple sports for LBS. He was born and raised in the San Diego area and stays loyal to the Padres, Chargers and Aztecs. He studied print journalism at Fresno State for college and got to watch Paul George, Derek Carr and Davante Adams play in a Bulldogs uniform. In addition to LBS, Wadleigh’s work has been featured at ClutchPoints, Sportscasting, Sporting News, and various USA Today sites, including UCLA Wire, where he was the first managing editor. He has over 3,000 published posts to his credit.

Tarik Skubal walking off the field

Buster Olney names early favorite for potential Tarik Skubal trade

As the MLB trade deadline approaches, the rumors will pick up more regarding Detroit Tigers star and reigning American League Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal. Skubal is working his way back from having surgery to remove loose bodies from his elbow, and …

Texas Tech Red Raiders head coach Joey McGuire talking

Texas Tech coach offers honest take on Brendan Sorsby situation

The Texas Tech Red Raiders might not see star quarterback Brendan Sorsby take a single snap in Lobbock this season. Sorsby entered rehab due to a gambling addiction, and after completing his 35-day rehab, the NCAA announced that the quarterback is …

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Report reveals why Grizzlies were only team to vote against tanking rules

On Thursday, the NBA Board of Governors passed new anti-tanking rules and draft lottery changes that will go into effect beginning in 2027. The changes included flattened odds, a relegation zone including penalties for the top-three teams, and the …

A UCLA helmet on the bench

UCLA QB uses loophole to enter transfer portal

In 2025, the NCAA decided to eliminate the spring transfer portal window in college football. That means players could only enter the portal from January 2 to January 16 this year. However, on Thursday, UCLA quarterback-turned-wide receiver Karson …

Kyle Busch before a race

Pneumonia listed on death certificate for Kyle Busch

On May 21, NASCAR star Kyle Busch tragically died at the age of 41. Busch was set to race at the Coca-Cola 600 in Charlotte, N.C., on May 24, so his death was shocking to many. Busch’s family revealed that “severe pneumonia progressed …

Adam Silver speaking

NBA cracks down on tanking with new rule

The last few seasons in the NBA have brought the tanking discussion into focus. The 2025-26 NBA season was no exception, with multiple teams trying to increase their odds in the lottery, and fines were even handed down to the Utah Jazz and Indiana …

Patrick Mahomes smiling

Patrick Mahomes opens up on injury recovery after participating in OTAs

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is working hard to be ready for Week 1 of the 2026 season after suffering a torn ACL. Mahomes missed the end of the 2025 season, but so far, he figures to be on track. Mahomes even participated in OTAs, …

Emeka Egbuka in his Buccaneers uniform

Video: Buccaneers’ Emeka Egbuka does his best Odell Beckham Jr. impression

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Emeka Egbuka had 63 receptions for 938 yards with six touchdowns in his rookie season in the NFL. With Mike Evans signing with the San Francisco 49ers, Egbuka’s numbers should go up in his second season. On …

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NHL legend Claude Lemieux dies at 60

The NHL world lost a legend as four-time Stanley Cup champion Claude Lemieux died at the age of 60. The NHL Alumni Association announced the news of Lemieux’s death via a social media post. The NHL Alumni Association is devastated to share that …

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander looks on

NBA analyst drops ‘agonizing’ take on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a back-to-back NBA MVP winner and is one game away from his second straight NBA Finals appearance. Gilgeous-Alexander has been a superstar since coming to OKC, but he has drawn a lot of criticism …

Austin Reaves smirking while wearing a Lakers shirt

1 Eastern Conference team named ‘potential bidder’ for Austin Reaves

Los Angeles Lakers star guard Austin Reaves is set to hit free agency, and he could command a massive deal this summer. While Reaves could return to the Lakers, there have been reports of teams making near-max offers to the former undrafted star. One …

John Calipari at a press conference

John Calipari, Arkansas lose star player to NBA Draft

John Calipari and the Arkansas Razorbacks will be without two stars from this year’s team. Darius Acuff Jr. is looking like a top-10 pick, and now Meleek Thomas has decided to remain in the 2026 NBA Draft. NEWS: Arkansas' Meleek Thomas kept …

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Chargers make Derwin James the highest-paid safety in NFL history

The Los Angeles Chargers selected safety Derwin James 17th overall in the 2018 NFL Draft. Now, James has become the highest-paid safety in NFL history after the two sides agreed to a new contract on Tuesday. James agreed to a three-year deal worth …

Zion Williamson in a purple jersey

Pelicans have clear stance on Zion Williamson after Jamahl Mosley hire

The New Orleans Pelicans are beginning a new era with former Orlando Magic coach Jamahl Mosley named as the new head coach. Mosley just brought the Magic to another playoff trip before he was fired after a first-round exit, and now he has work to do …

Josh Jacobs holding a football

Green Bay Packers RB Josh Jacobs arrested

The Green Bay Packers officially began OTAs on Tuesday, but one name might not be there for some time. Star running back Josh Jacobs was arrested and booked into jail on five charges related to domestic abuse. Jacobs was arrested on the following …

Tony Parker in a suit

Tony Parker lands a head coaching job with historic salary

Tony Parker is a San Antonio Spurs legend who is in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame with four NBA Finals victories and an NBA Finals MVP on his resume. Now, Parker is set to become a head coach overseas. According to Donatas Urbonas of …

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