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Ravi Shankar

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Ravi Shankar is a Sports Writer at PFSN covering NBA, college basketball and football. A devoted Duke basketball fan with previous experience in covering NBA stories, he can be found on the basketball court or playing guitar in his spare time.

‘Big Pickup For UNC’ — North Carolina HC Michael Malone Lands Major Commitment From Transfer Portal

Michael Malone needed a statement signing to kick things off at North Carolina. Turns out, it did not take long for him to land a major transfer.

NFL Scout Rips Ty Simpson’s Traits Before Draft, Calls Alabama QB ‘Wild and Inconsistent’

An anonymous NFL scout heavily criticizes Ty Simpson as wild and inconsistent, raising questions about his first-round status.

Mike Vrabel Keeps Door Open for A.J. Brown Trade Despite Being ‘Excited’ About Patriots WRs

Mike Vrabel refused to rule out an A.J. Brown trade, keeping the door open for the Patriots to acquire a proven No. 1 receiver.

4-Time NBA Champion Gives His Honest Verdict On Dwyane Wade’s Debate vs. Patrick Beverley

Draymond Green weighs in on the Dwyane Wade and Patrick Beverley feud, raising questions about Beverley's statistical claims.

Draymond Green Delivers Major Update On Stephen Curry’s Injury and Potential Return Timeline

Draymond Green provides a major update on Stephen Curry's injury status and the star's timeline for returning to the Warriors.

Draymond Green Urges North Carolina To Hire 2-Time NBA All-Star As Next HC To Replace Hubert Davis

Draymond Green urges the North Carolina Tar Heels to hire Jerry Stackhouse to replace Hubert Davis, sparking immediate pushback.

Purdue vs. Arizona Injury Report: Latest Updates on C.J. Cox, Bryce James Entering Elite Eight

Purdue guard C.J. Cox is expected to play in the Elite Eight, while Arizona keeps Bryce James sidelined to preserve his redshirt.

Iowa vs. Illinois Injury Report: A Look at Each Team’s Injuries Entering Elite Eight Clash

Illinois enters the Elite Eight missing three rotation players. A depleted bench puts the Illini's Final Four bid at risk.

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith Reminds Josh Hart of Close Ties to Knicks’ Owner: ‘People That Cut Your Checks’

Stephen A. Smith fired back at Josh Hart's "part-time Knicks fan" comments by warning the star about his ties to team ownership.

College Basketball World Reacts to Will Wade Spurning NC State to Return to LSU as HC: ‘Bizarre, Shameless’

Will Wade leaves NC State for LSU, prompting reactions from the college basketball world and AD Boo Corrigan.

Houston’s Kelvin Sampson Slams the Real Culprit Behind the Spread of Transfer Portal “Disease”

Kelvin Sampson goes off on what he believes is the real culprit behind college basketball’s transfer portal problems.

Browns Analyst Calls Out Kevin Stefanski for ‘Coaching Malpractice’ After Shocking Playcall vs. 49ers

Browns analysts blast Stefanski for risky fourth-down call that fumbled, questioning his lack of trust in Shedeur Sanders.

‘Offense Now Looks Competent’ — Shannon Sharpe, LeBron James React to Shedeur Sanders’ Big Play for Browns vs. 49ers

NFL legends and stars including Shannon Sharpe and LeBron James react to Shedeur Sanders' touchdown pass in his home debut for the Browns.

How Did AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cam Boozer, and Other Top Freshmen Do in Their College Basketball Debuts

College basketball’s top freshmen delivered explosive debuts, from Koa Peat’s historic night to Cameron Boozer’s takeover. See who stole opening week.

Coaches Still Sleeping on AJ Dybantsa Need To Hear What Kevin Willard Just Said After Villanova’s Loss to BYU

Coaches still sleeping on AJ Dybantsa might rethink fast after Kevin Willard’s sharp postgame take following Villanova’s loss to BYU

AJ Dybantsa and Koa Peat Put on the Spot by Bruce Pearl’s Auburn Tease Live on Air

Bruce Pearl called out Koa Peat and AJ Dybantsa on live TV, drawing a diplomatic response from them. Read more here.

Top 5 Highest-Paid Women’s College Basketball Coaches in 2025–26 Season ft. Dawn Staley

As the women's college basketball season begins, discover which five coaches are earning the biggest paychecks in the sport right now.

‘0–4 in Playoffs,’ ‘Regular Season Merchant’ — NFL Fans Clown Josh Allen After Bills QB Goes Up 5–1 vs. Patrick Mahomes

Josh Allen won again against Patrick Mahomes in Week 9, improving his regular-season record to 5-1 despite playoff struggles.

Kenny Dillingham Heaps Heartwarming Praise on Jeff Sims as Arizona State QB Sets Sun Devils Record

Jeff Sims shocked everyone with his performance at Iowa State, and Kenny Dillingham had the perfect words to describe him afterward.

Inept Arkansas Defense Destroying Razorback Football as Mississippi State Earns Milestone Win

Arkansas blew another fourth-quarter lead, handing Mississippi State a milestone win — and one unit keeps letting the Razorbacks down.

Who Is Verge Ausberry? What You Need To Know About the Man Replacing Scott Woodward as LSU AD

LSU's athletic director Scott Woodward is on his way out. Here's everything about Verge Ausberry, the man expected to step in.

Darryn Peterson Lights Competitive Fire With AJ Dybantsa Statement as Off-Court Truth Emerges

Darryn Peterson sparks rivalry talk with his bold AJ Dybantsa statement as new off-court details add fuel to the growing tension.

Calls Mount for Action Against Scott Woodward as LSU Makes Brian Kelly Decision

LSU fans target Scott Woodward after his $95M Brian Kelly hire backfires, questioning the AD's expensive pattern of football coaching mistakes.

What is Brian Kelly’s Buyout? Inside the Cost of Firing the LSU HC

Brian Kelly is officially out as the head coach of the LSU Tigers, triggering one of the most significant buyouts in college football history.

Cowboys Legend Rips Dallas’ Defense After Embarrassing Performance vs. Broncos

Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Irvin didn’t hold back after watching his former team get torched by the Denver Broncos on Sunday at Mile High. The Cowboys legend posted his frustration...