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‘The Artist’s Way’ Week 4: We Are Deprived

of the Chicago Bulls looks on against the Golden State Warriors.

Chicago Bulls v Golden State Warriors

These Times Call For More Trade Chaos

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Writing A Postcard

‘The Artist’s Way’ Week 3: Synchronicities And Faith

A distraught-looking Kyle Kuzma ards looks on against the Sacramento Kings in the third quarter at Golden 1 Center on January 19, 2025 in Sacramento.

Washington Wizards v Sacramento Kings

The Washington Wizards Are Going All The Way Down

Andy Reid of the Kansas City Chiefs looks on from the field during warmups prior to an NFL football AFC divisional playoff game against the Houston Texans.

Andy Reid

Super Bowl 59: Same Shit, Different Day, Brought To You By Fumble-A-Rooskie-Doo

Jordan Davis #90 of the Philadelphia Eagles sacks Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders during the third quarter in the NFC Championship Game at Lincoln Financial Field on January 26, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Jayden Daniels

Chaos Is Fun But It’s Not The Way To Bet

Offensive coordinator Liam Coen of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers looks on during pregame warmups prior to facing the Atlanta Falcons.

Atlanta Falcons v Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Liam Coen Couldn’t Have Set The Bar Any Higher