Ryan Phillips

Ryan Phillips

Joined: May 4, 2024

Ryan Phillips is a senior writer on the Breaking and Trending News team at Sports Illustrated. He has worked in digital media since 2009, spending eight years at The Big Lead before joining SI in 2024. Phillips also co-hosts The Assembly Call Podcast about Indiana Hoosiers basketball and previously worked at Bleacher Report. He is a proud San Diego native and a graduate of Indiana University’s journalism program.

Luka Doncic is averaging 27.0 points, 8.0 rebounds and 7.5 assists during the 2024-25 season.

NBA

NBA Stars Are Still Shocked by Luka Doncic Trade to Lakers

Max Fried signed an eight-year, $218 million deal with the New York Yankees this offseason.

MLB

First Look at Prized Free Agent Acquisition Max Fried in Yankees Gear

Darius Slay is a six-time Pro Bowler and won his first championship with the Philadelphia Eagles at Super Bowl LIX.

NFL

Darius Slay Makes Hilarious Observation About New Saints Coach Kellen Moore

Marcus Stroman went 10-9 with a 4.31 ERA for the New York Yankees in 2024.

MLB

Aaron Boone Addresses Marcus Stroman's Absence From Yankees Workouts

Saquon Barkley led the Philadelphia Eagles to a win over the Kansas City Chiefs at Super Bowl LIX.

NFL

Saquon Barkley Insisted on Including Eagles’ Offensive Line in ‘The Tonight Show’ Guest Spot

Barkley wound up shotgunning beers with his offensive linemen.

Carmelo Anthony was named an All-Star 10 times in his 19-year NBA career.

NBA

Carmelo Anthony Set to Join NBC’s NBA Coverage as Studio Analyst Next Season

Anthony will be a studio analyst for NBC when its NBA coverage begins later this year.

The New York Jets went 11-23 in two seasons with Aaron Rodgers on the roster.

NFL

Aaron Rodgers’s Disastrous Time With Jets Perfectly Summed Up in One Brutal Tweet

Rodgers's time with the Jets was a complete mess by any measure and one tweet summed it up.

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki speaks during an introductory press conference at Dodger Stadium.

MLB

Ranking the Five MLB Teams With the Best Offseasons Heading into Spring Training

The Dodgers weren’t the only active franchise this offseason.

Nick Pivetta went 6-12 with a 4.14 ERA for the Boston Red Sox in 2024.

MLB

Padres Sign Top Remaining Free Agent Pitcher to Four-Year Deal

San Diego signed Nick Pivetta to a $55 million deal over four years.

Xavier Worthy ran a 4.21 40-yard dash at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine.

NFL

When is the NFL Combine? Important Dates & Information to Know

All the information, dates and times for the NFL scouting combine.

Luka Doncic had 14 points in his debut for the Los Angeles Lakers.

NBA

Luka Doncic's Lakers Debut Garners Big Ratings For ESPN

Doncic's first game for the Lakers was the most-watched NBA game on cable since November.

Shedeur Sanders had 41 total touchdowns for Colorado during the 2024 season.

NFL

Shedeur Sanders Announces Visits to a Pair of NFL Teams With Top Three Picks

Sanders is set to meet with the Browns and Giants after the NFL scouting combine.

Rickey Henderson spent 14 seasons with the Oakland Athletics.

MLB

Athletics Will Pay Tribute to Franchise Legend Rickey Henderson With Jersey Patch in 2025

Luka Doncic had 14 points, five rebounds, and four assists in his debut for the Los Angeles Lakers.

NBA

Luka Doncic's Dad Explained Why He Has Moved on From Trade to Lakers

Cameron Payne scored nine points and dished out eight assists in the New York Knicks' 128-115 win over the Indiana Pacers.

NBA

Knicks Fans Took Over a Pacers Home Game and Cameron Payne Loved It

Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Cooper DeJean attends a Philadelphia 76ers game.

NFL

Eagles Super Bowl Heroes Cooper DeJean, Zack Baun Attend 76ers-Raptors Game