February 2021 - Page 3 of 6 - Franchise Sports

Making Giannis’ case for MVP vs LeBron, Jokic and Embiid

February 16, 2021 Franco Luna 1

No other two-time MVP has had to face the level of scrutiny that Giannis Antetokounmpo has thus far in his career. Popular narratives surrounding the Greek Freak in mainstream media have since gone sour, focusing on his unflattering history of playoff performances or his lack of shooting.

Kevin Pillar is a very underwhelming signing for the New York Mets

February 16, 2021 Sam Cox 0

The Mets have their center fielder. Kevin Pillar has signed a one-year deal with the New York Mets for 2021.

Are J.J. Watt and Russell Wilson realistic options for the Cowboys?

February 16, 2021 Adam Schultz 0

So that brings us to the Cowboys, who have been listed as the top destinations for both players. But will they even attempt to get Watt or Wilson?

Three things the Seahawks must do this offseason to become Super Bowl contenders

February 15, 2021 Matthew Bowen 1

On the eve of the offseason, a dark cloud of uncertainty has engulfed the Seattle Seahawks.

Only three months on from the team looking like Super Bowl contenders with their quarterback, Russell Wilson, playing at an MVP level, the Seahawks crashed out of the playoffs in embarrassing fashion, losing to a Rams team that had a debilitated Jared Goff at quarterback, 30-20.… Read more

Ten biggest NFL contracts of all-time

February 15, 2021 Tyler Arthur 0

As we enter the NFL’s offseason, with contract extensions, trades and the draft imminent, we take a look at the biggest NFL contracts of all-time.

Seahawks, Chiefs should rival Buccaneers for Antonio Brown in free agency

February 15, 2021 Andrew Pistone 0

While the chances that Brown ever gets a long term deal in the NFL again are slim to none, he should have rehabilitated his value just enough to garner interest from a few teams. Every team who kicks the tires on him though will have to do a ton of research, and probably would only be teams with established quarterbacks and coaches. Who might these suitors be?

Nets, Celtics and Heat should pursue trade for Thaddeus Young

February 14, 2021 Sam Cox 2

He might have gone under the radar, but Thaddeus Young is having a nice season. The Chicago Bulls have been better than their record suggests. Young has played good basketball alongside a talented young core.

Joel Embiid vs Nikola Jokic: Who’s the better big man?

February 14, 2021 Franco Luna 0

Even before they became the top names for an MVP selection, Joel Embiid and Nikola Jokic have always, for better or worse, been compared to one another.

Re-signing Turner caps off perfect Dodgers offseason

February 14, 2021 Sam Cox 0

The Dodgers have re-signed Justin Turner. Turner has penned a new deal for two years with a team option. This was the perfect outcome for this Dodgers after seeing the Yankees re-up DJ LeMahieu.

Bruce Brown’s performance vs Warriors helps Nets find long-term winning formula

February 14, 2021 Sam Cox 3

The Nets went super-small on Saturday. It led them to a big win over the Golden State Warriors, and Bruce Brown was spectacular.

Ten leading candidates in the Most Improved Player race

February 13, 2021 Ryan Fitzgerald-Nolan 1

The NBA has now completed the first third of the regular season, and debate has recently drummed up about who has taken the biggest step from last year.

The New Orleans Pelicans’ Brandon Ingram took the Most Improved Player honour last season, setting the precedent for a career high season of 23.8 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.2 assists and a steal per game.… Read more

Five potential landing spots for J.J. Watt in free agency

February 13, 2021 Adam Wright-Johnson 1

Still, as free agency approaches, Watt has a few weeks to observe other teams, chat to them, and find the fit best for him, so where does it make sense for him to land?

Houston Texans release JJ Watt

February 12, 2021 Lewis Stokes 0

The Houston Texans have released star defensive end JJ Watt after he requested a release.

Blazers need Carmelo Anthony to reproduce his majestic performance vs Sixers

February 12, 2021 Sam Cox 0

The Portland Trail Blazers need Carmelo Anthony to hit shots. He did just that on Thursday. Philadelphia were put to the sword by a string of makes from the future Hall of Famer.

Greatest underdog stories in NBA history

February 12, 2021 franchisesports 1

When it comes to underdog stories, the NBA is a league that has a lot to offer. Whether you look at players who have beaten all odds to become top NBA players, or teams that have won championships after being written off by fans, commentators and competition alike, some of the greatest underdog stories in sporting history are in the NBA.