David Chen

DC
David is a data journalist and former software engineer who applies analytics to football like few others do. He's not interested in "expected goals" as a meme-he builds custom models that actually predict performance, identify undervalued players, and expose tactical patterns. He covers MLS, Champions League, and international competitions with the same statistical rigor. He's based in San Francisco and believes American soccer fans deserve smarter analysis than they usually get.

Articles by David Chen

Thursday's NBA slate looks too good to ignore BASKETBALL
Thursday's NBA slate looks too good to ignore

01/08/2026

Cleveland on the road isn't the juggernaut the standings suggest. Tonight's games offer some real value.

BASKETBALL
Brunson climbs the All-Star ladder while Şengün's injury shakes up the West

01/07/2026

Jalen Brunson edges past Tyrese Maxey in All-Star voting as the East race heats up. Meanwhile, Houston's Alperen Şengün is out 10-14 days, and Boston'...

What happens when the dynasties fall? FOOTBALL
What happens when the dynasties fall?

01/06/2026

For the first time since 2020, neither the Chiefs nor the Ravens made the playoffs. The NFL's old guard is gone, and 14 teams are fighting for a title...

James Cook just made Bills history FOOTBALL
James Cook just made Bills history and barely broke a sweat

01/05/2026

1,621 yards. 12 touchdowns. The first Bills rushing champion since O.J. Simpson in 1976. James Cook just had a season that belongs in franchise histor...

Tatsuya Imai is an Astro BASEBALL
Why Imai chose Houston (and why the numbers say it's a perfect fit)

01/04/2026

The Japanese right-hander signs a three-year, $54M deal with opt-outs—a calculated gamble for a rotation that cycled through 15 starters last season.

SOCCER
Manchester United still dreaming of Carlos Baleba, but €115M price tag doesn't match current form

01/03/2026

The Red Devils remain fixated on Brighton's Cameroonian midfielder as their 2026 priority signing, but a January move looks dead in the water as Baleb...

Jonathan Kuminga BASKETBALL
Is Kuminga already gone? What we know about the Warriors trade timeline

01/02/2026

The Warriors forward becomes trade-eligible January 15th. Multiple NBA insiders say rival executives expect him gone before the deadline. Here's who w...

San Antonio's season BASKETBALL
Did Champagnie just save San Antonio's season?

01/01/2026

A franchise record, a superstar scare, and the Thunder continuing their dominance — New Year's Eve in the NBA delivered everything.

The Cardinals finally admit they need to rebuild BASEBALL
The Cardinals finally admit they need to rebuild

12/31/2025

Chaim Bloom has traded Sonny Gray and William Contreras, put Brendan Donovan on the block, and signed Dustin May. The Cardinals are finally admitting ...

Charlotte FC SOCCER
Charlotte FC brings home USMNT star from Spain

12/31/2025

The USMNT midfielder leaves Celta de Vigo and signs through 2029. He reunites with former Fulham teammate Tim Ream in Charlotte.

BASEBALL
Could the Dodgers really land Tarik Skubal? The answer is terrifying.

12/30/2025

The back-to-back champions are reportedly pursuing the back-to-back Cy Young winner. If this trade happens, baseball might never recover.

The Dodgers BASEBALL
Why the Dodgers just gave up on their speediest player for a teenage arm

12/30/2025

Los Angeles sends Esteury Ruiz to Miami for 18-year-old Cuban pitcher Adriano Marrero. The move opens a 40-man roster spot and raises eyebrows about w...

NFL Coaches FOOTBALL
Which NFL Coaches will be fired next?

12/30/2025

The 2026 NFL coaching carousel has begun with two midseason firings and multiple GM changes. Here's everything we know about the openings, hot seats, ...

Morocco vs Egypt SOCCER
The Data Exposes Morocco's Hidden Weakness

12/29/2025

The numbers don't lie: Morocco are struggling despite home advantage. Egypt depend entirely on Salah. Here's what to expect today.

Brock Purdy FOOTBALL
Brock Purdy's five-touchdown masterclass erases nightmare start

12/29/2025

Brock Purdy overcame a pick-six on the game's first play to account for five touchdowns as the 49ers outlasted the Bears 42-38 in a Sunday Night Footb...

NBA logo BASKETBALL
Can the NBA actually fix tanking this time?

12/25/2025

The NBA is exploring new anti-tanking rules after the gambling scandal exposed how predictable losing patterns create exploitable betting opportunitie...

FOOTBALL
Real Madrid and Barcelona collect over €150M each in TV rights jackpot

12/23/2025

LaLiga distributed €1.432 billion in broadcast revenue for 2024/25, with the Spanish giants dominating while French clubs struggle with minimal TV dea...

FOOTBALL
Myles Garrett is 0.5 sacks away from the NFL record and stuck on a 3-12 team: the cruelty of professional football

12/22/2025

The NFL credited Myles Garrett with a half-sack against Buffalo, leaving him just 0.5 away from Michael Strahan and TJ Watt's single-season record. He...

BASKETBALL
Warriors finally end the bleeding with gutsy win over Suns: Curry clutches it while Draymond exits

12/21/2025

Golden State snapped a three-game losing streak with a 119-116 thriller against Phoenix. Stephen Curry (28 points) and Jimmy Butler's newfound aggress...

BASKETBALL
Anthony Edwards silences critics with the perfect 30-second closer sequence

12/20/2025

Edwards hit the game-winner over elite defense, blocked SGA, grabbed the rebound, and stole the ball to seal Minnesota's upset over Oklahoma City. Tha...

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