Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
LIV critic Brandel Chamblee changes tune after playing golf with Trump
Golf commentator and long-time LIV Tour opponent Brandel Chamblee is changing his tune after playing a round with President Trump. Published February 9, 2025
Wizards overhaul roster, load up on draft picks in trade deadline frenzy
The Washington Wizards weren't shy ahead of Thursday afternoon's NBA trade deadline. General manager Will Dawkins was wheeling and dealing, shipping out veterans on expiring contracts in exchange for promising young prospects and future draft picks. After two days of trades, the roster has been overhauled. Published February 6, 2025
Wizards land Marcus Smart, first-round pick in multi-team trade before deadline
The Wizards made one final move before Thursday afternoon's NBA trade deadline, acquiring guard Marcus Smart and a 2025 first-round pick from the Memphis Grizzlies in a multi-team trade. Published February 6, 2025
Wizards ship Jared Butler, second-round picks to 76ers for Reggie Jackson and a first-rounder
The Washington Wizards' hectic week continued Thursday morning, just hours before the NBA's trade deadline. Published February 6, 2025
Commanders’ Jayden Daniels named Pepsi Zero Sugar Rookie of the Year
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels was named the Pepsi Zero Sugar Rookie of the Year on Thursday, surprising no one who followed the dual-threat passer during his dynamic first season. Published February 6, 2025
Taylor Swift, Trump and Kendrick Lamar: Super Bowl promises something for everyone
It's a uniquely American tradition. Millions of people will gather around their TV sets on Sunday to eat 1.47 billion chicken wings, watch dozens of $7 million commercials and place more than $1 billion in sports bets on Sunday. Published February 6, 2025
Wizards trade Jonas Valanciunas to Kings
The Washington Wizards continued an active week on Wednesday afternoon, trading center Jonas Valanciunas to the Sacramento Kings. Published February 5, 2025
Mavericks refund season ticket holders after trading Doncic
The Dallas Mavericks seem to know that fans aren't happy with Sunday's trade that sent superstar Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. Several season ticket holders have said the team is offering them refunds for the remainder of the NBA season. Published February 5, 2025
NFL refs deny allegations of pro-Chiefs bias: ‘Insulting and preposterous’
The NFL's referees have heard enough of fans claiming an unfair number of calls go the Kansas City Chiefs' way ahead of Sunday's Super Bowl against the Philadelphia Eagles. Published February 5, 2025
NFL ditches ‘End Racism’ slogan on Super Bowl field
The NFL won't be calling to "end racism" at Sunday's Super Bowl in New Orleans. The league announced it wouldn't stencil the call to action in a Superdome end zone ahead of the showdown between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs. Published February 5, 2025
Capital One Arena to host skating benefit for Reagan National Airport crash families
Monumental Sports and Entertainment, the owner of the Washington Wizards and Capitals, will host a "Legacy on Ice" figure skating benefit to benefit the families affected by last week's crash near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Published February 5, 2025
Wizards add Middleton, prospects in trades for Kuzma, Valanciunas
The Washington Wizards were active ahead of Thursday's NBA trade deadline, sending forward Kyle Kuzma to the Milwaukee Bucks and center Jonas Valanciunas to the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday in exchange for prospects and draft picks. Published February 5, 2025
Myles Garrett to Washington? Analysts see Commanders as trade contenders
The Washington Commanders are early favorites in the Myles Garrett sweepstakes after the Cleveland Browns' perennial Defensive Player of the Year candidate requested a trade on Monday. For the first time in years, the District looks like an attractive trade destination for one of the NFL's top stars. Published February 4, 2025
NWSL’s Washington Spirit to take pitch in new Prime Video series
The Washington Spirit are headed to a streaming service near you. The District's women's soccer team will be featured in the new "For The Win: NWSL" documentary series on Prime Video, the franchise announced Tuesday. Published February 4, 2025
NFL backs DEI initiatives despite federal pivot
The NFL is standing by diversity, equity and inclusion even while President Trump moves to undo the initiatives. Published February 4, 2025
Trump to become first sitting president to attend Super Bowl
President Trump is expected to join thousands of football fans at Super Bowl 59 in New Orleans this weekend. Published February 4, 2025
Owner Josh Harris says Commanders name here to stay
The late adopters in the Washington football fan base will need to adapt: Team owner Josh Harris said Monday that the Commanders' name is here to stay. Published February 3, 2025
Ravens fan pleads guilty to assault of Commanders supporter captured in viral video
Baltimore Ravens fan John "Jack" Callis pleaded guilty to three counts of second-degree assault on Monday after a viral video showed him punching Commanders fans after October's matchup between the teams. Published February 3, 2025
Wizards look to future after snapping 16-game losing streak
The Wizards avoided the worst kind of history on Saturday night when they beat the Timberwolves to snap a 16-game losing streak, tied for the worst stretch in franchise history. However, amid a dreadful 7-41 campaign, fans and analysts are still looking toward the Wizards' future. Published February 2, 2025
Nebraska coach may cancel spring football game over transfer portal concerns
The NCAA football landscape is ever-changing in the age of transfers and name, image and likeness deals. Published February 2, 2025
