Ryan Stano

Columbus

Buckeye for life. Head writer @ScarletAndGame and owner/writer @BuckeyeFocus. Co-host of Ohio State Primetime @TheVOCFB. NBA writer @LA_SportsReport

Articles

NBA Finals 2025: Pacers Force First Game 7 in Nearly Ten Years Against Thunder

1 week ago | yardbarker.com | Ryan Stano

The Indiana Pacers found themselves in a win-or-go-home situation for the first time in the playoffs. They had to win Game 6 at home in order to extend the season. After losing back-to-back games for the first time in the postseason, the Pacers came out with desperation from the opening tip. Indiana flat-out dominated the Thunder, winning 108-91. Indiana led by just three at the end of the first quarter. At the start of the fourth quarter, they were up 30.
Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton Must Play in Game 6 Despite Injury, says NBA Analyst

1 week ago | yardbarker.com | Ryan Stano

"Absolutely not. It's do or die, you're on the brink of elimination, there is no tomorrow. Absolutely, he should play, make no mistake about it, and give you what he has. Now, if it's not much, like it was in Game 5, it's that kind of awful, pedestrian, impotent performance, then guess what?
Ohio State football recruiting target chooses USC for what seems like NIL reasons

1 week ago | scarletandgame.com | Ryan Stano

The Ohio State football team was hoping to land their top defensive prospect on their board. That didn't end up happening. The Ohio State football program was hoping to land the top defensive player on their board on Wednesday afternoon. As they continue to boost their 2026 recruiting class, the Buckeyes knew they had to compete with a big NIL offer from USC. Just a couple of days ago, Luke Wafle seemed to favor USC.
Ohio State football team adds dynamic LB recruit to their 2026 recruiting class

1 week ago | scarletandgame.com | Ryan Stano

The Ohio State football program has landed one of the top defensive players left on its recruiting board. The Ohio State football program continues to add recruits to official visits as camp season really starts to ramp up. Several recruits are about to have an official visit this weekend. Cincere Johnson actually just visited the Buckeyes last weekend ,and was very impressed. Johnson is a four-star linebacker recruit out of Cleveland.
Pacers-Thunder Game 6 Biggest X-Factors

1 week ago | yardbarker.com | Ryan Stano

For the first time in the playoffs, the Indiana Pacers are facing elimination. It's also the first time that they are trailing in a series. Down 3-2, they have to win Game 6 of the NBA Finals. The Pacers may have to do this without the luxury of having Tyrese Haliburton playing. Even if he does play, he won't be at his full effectiveness because of a calf strain. These players will be X-factors for the Pacers and will determine if they are able to extend their season or if they lose the title.
Pacers-Thunder Game 6: How to Watch, Live Stream, TV Channel

1 week ago | si.com | Ryan Stano

The Indiana Pacers have a must-win game for the first time in the playoffs. Game 6 could be the last time that his unit plays on the floor together unless they win to force a Game 7 in Oklahoma City. If Indiana wins, it will have to be the most team-effort win that they've had in the postseason. Tyrese Haliburton is a game-time decision, so everyone else will need to step up. Meanwhile, the Thunder are trying to win their first NBA championship since moving to Oklahoma City. There is a lot at stake.
Bucks Rumors: Austin Reaves, Jonathan Kuminga Land in Milwaukee in Wild Trade Idea

1 week ago | si.com | Ryan Stano

While it seems likely that the Milwaukee Bucks will be keeping Giannis Antetokounmpo, there is no definitive word that he will. Teams are still trying to figure out what the best offers would be to acquire him. The Bucks will certainly have to consider all offers if Antetokounmpo decides that he wants to leave Milwaukee. They will have to get some players that they can build around in exchange.
Celtics Rumors: Two Teams Lead Race to Land Jrue Holiday

1 week ago | yardbarker.com | Ryan Stano

Jrue Holiday continues to be a subject of trade rumors around the Boston Celtics. His contract is the one that is most likely to get moved as Boston tries to shed salary. Holiday is still owed more than $104 million over the next three years, and he's already 35 years old. His production was down significantly this season, so Boston isn't exactly selling high on him. With that being said, there are teams that are interested in Holiday's services.
Pacers News: Mike D'Antoni Compares Indiana to Historic 7-Seconds-or-Less Suns

1 week ago | yardbarker.com | Ryan Stano

The Indiana Pacers have one of the most up-tempo offenses that the league has seen in quite some time. They love to get out and play quickly before the defense can get set up. Multiple times throughout this playoff run, the Pacers have scored within four seconds of another team making a bucket. That's how quickly they can get donw the court.
Celtics Rumors: Two Teams Lead Race to Land Jrue Holiday

1 week ago | si.com | Ryan Stano

Jrue Holiday continues to be a subject of trade rumors around the Boston Celtics. His contract is the one that is most likely to get moved as Boston tries to shed salary. Holiday is still owed more than $104 million over the next three years, and he's already 35 years old. His production was down significantly this season, so Boston isn't exactly selling high on him. With that being said, there are teams that are interested in Holiday's services.