Liam Griffin
Articles by Liam Griffin
Jokic turns to ‘lot of beer’ after Nuggets’ Game 7 loss
Sunday's Game 7 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder stung for Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets. The three-time MVP was candid regarding his plans to cope with the defeat. Published May 19, 2025
Glitzy new suites revealed amid Capital One Arena renovations
The Washington Wizards and Capitals have entered the offseason, so the renovations at Capital One Arena are in full swing. Monumental Sports and Entertainment, which owns the teams, unveiled renderings of the arena's shiny new luxury suites on Monday. Published May 19, 2025
Capitals’ Duhaime, Leonard to support NHL’s ‘Stanley Pup’ rescue dog event
The Capitals are no longer in the playoffs, but two players will return to an NHL broadcast during the Stanley Cup Final to support the "Stanley Pup." Published May 19, 2025
‘Overwhelmed’ Capitals reflect on loss to Hurricanes, postseason exit after milestone season
The Capitals' 50th season didn't end how they wanted; the top seed in the Eastern Conference was unceremoniously eliminated in five games by the Carolina Hurricanes. Published May 18, 2025
Jon Rahm lines tee shot into fan’s head at PGA Championship, apologizes with signed glove
Jon Rahm knew his tee shot at the 11th hole of PGA Championship on Saturday was offline. Published May 18, 2025
Winnipeg Jets’ Scheifele scores after dad’s death, receives outpouring of support in loss to Stars
Saturday presented an emotional roller coaster for Winnipeg Jets center Mark Scheifele. Published May 18, 2025
Rebuilding Mystics open WNBA season with eyes on rookies, new leadership
The WNBA's Washington Mystics won't host their most popular games -- the annual Camp Day and visits from superstars Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark -- at the 20,000-seat Capital One Arena this summer. It will be under construction. Published May 15, 2025
Mookie Betts’ toddler son steals first-pitch ball, hearts at dad’s bobblehead night
Mookie Betts' 2-year-old son, Kaj, was supposed to deliver a ceremonial first pitch to his father ahead of the Los Angeles Dodgers' game against the Athletics on Tuesday night. What better way to celebrate "Mookie Betts Bobblehead Night"? Published May 15, 2025
Reese shuts down Clark question ahead of WNBA opener
The WNBA season hasn't started, and Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese is already tired of questions about Caitlin Clark, her rival on the Indiana Fever. Published May 15, 2025
High-profile stalking cases skyrocket as popularity of women’s sports reaches new heights
It's hard to do your job when you fear for your life. That challenge only intensifies for professional athletes in packed arenas. Their stalkers -- people who torture them with unwanted messages and appearances -- could be anywhere. Published May 15, 2025
NFL owners to vote on Olympic flag football participation
The NFL has vocally supported the addition of flag football to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. However, the league's owners want some conditions for player participation, league officials announced Thursday. Published May 15, 2025
Commanders’ 2025 schedule includes Christmas with the Cowboys, 5 prime-time games
The Washington Commanders are appointment viewing, if the NFL's schedule-makers are any indication. Published May 14, 2025
Facing elimination, Capitals look to rally against Hurricanes at home
Down 3-1 in their best-of-seven series against the Carolina Hurricanes, the Washington Capitals will be fighting for their playoff lives in Thursday's Game 5 at Capital One Arena. Published May 14, 2025
Bowser cautions as council members look to renegotiate ‘delicate’ RFK Stadium site deal
The $1 billion in public funds attached to a new stadium at the RFK Stadium site worries detractors like D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson, as does the $1 per year rent payment that the Washington Commanders would pay. Published May 13, 2025
NHL suspends Panthers’ minority owner for calling Canada ‘51st state’
The NHL has indefinitely suspended Florida Panthers minority owner Doug Cifu after he referred to Canada as the "51st state" on social media. Published May 13, 2025
Commanders to face Dolphins in Madrid as part of NFL’s international slate
The Commanders are heading to Madrid. Washington's Nov. 16 game against the Miami Dolphins will take place at the Bernabeu Stadium, home of the Real Madrid soccer team, the NFL confirmed on Tuesday. Published May 13, 2025
Unlucky Wizards will pick sixth in NBA draft, Mavericks in line to add Flagg
The basketball gods did not smile upon the Washington Wizards on Monday night. Despite sharing the best odds to land the top pick, the Wizards landed the sixth pick in the NBA's draft lottery. Published May 12, 2025
Michael Jordan to join NBC broadcasts for NBA’s return to network next season
He's back. Michael Jordan will once again grace NBA broadcasts next season as the league returns to NBC. The Hall of Famer will serve as a "special contributor," NBC announced Monday. Published May 12, 2025
Jaguars rookie Travis Hunter earns rave reviews from unsuspecting seatmate on flight
Sandy Hawkins Combs said she didn't know who Travis Hunter was when she boarded a flight in Denver last week. Published May 12, 2025
Divine intervention? College basketball bets pour in for Villanova, new pope’s alma mater
Many college basketball fans are feeling a divine spirit after Catholic cardinals elected the first American pope last week. As a result, bets on Pope Leo XIV's alma mater -- Villanova -- have increased twentyfold in the past week. Published May 12, 2025
