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Matthew Paras

mparas@washingtontimes.com

Matthew Paras was a digital sports writer for the Washington Times.

Articles by Matthew Paras

New England Patriots' Rob Gronkowski answers questions during opening night for the NFL Super Bowl 53 football game at State Farm Arena, Monday, Jan. 28, 2019, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Gregory Payan)

Rob Gronkowski unsure if he’ll retire after Super Bowl

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady has said there is a "zero" percent chance he'll retire after Sunday's Super Bowl. Tight end Rob Gronkowski, however, isn't as definitive when it comes to his own playing future.

January 29, 2019
Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) stands on the court during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Detroit Pistons, Monday, Jan. 21, 2019, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) **FILE**

Bradley Beal not selected as All-Star starter

Bradley Beal was not named an All-Star starter on Thursday, a day after Beal predicted he would not be among the group. That means Beal will have to be voted in by NBA coaches to be an All-Star for the second straight year.

January 24, 2019
In this Oct. 28, 2018, file photo, Washington Redskins free safety D.J. Swearinger warms up for the team's NFL football game against the New York Giants in East Rutherford, N.J. Swearinger, released abruptly by the Redskins after publicly criticizing the defensive coaches, didn’t need much time to find a landing place. He’s back in Arizona with the Cardinals, where he played part of 2015 and all of the 2016 season. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun) **FILE**

D.J. Swearinger says Redskins will ‘never win big’ with Jay Gruden

Responding to a comment on his Instagram, Swearinger blasted Redskins coach Jay Gruden on Wednesday -- saying the team will "never win big" with Gruden at the helm. Swearinger, of course, was from the Redskins last month after he publicly criticized defensive coordinator Greg Manusky's play-calling following a loss.

January 24, 2019
Washington Wizards forward Trevor Ariza (1) holds the ball against Detroit Pistons guard Luke Kennard (5) during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Jan. 21, 2019, in Washington. The Wizards won 101-87. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) **FILE**

Trevor Ariza part of Wizards’ difference ahead of Warriors rematch

Ariza's defensive versatility is a key reason why Washington acquired him from the Phoenix Suns in December. But in the 16 games since being acquired, Ariza has also shown he's more than being a capable defender and spot-up shooter -- two labels attached to the 33-year-old throughout his career.

January 23, 2019