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Anthony Edwards's Injury Status Gets Huge Update Hours Ahead of Timberwolves at Spurs Game 1
When Anthony Edwards went down with a knee injury during Game 4 between the Timberwolves and Nuggets, he was expected to be out "multiple weeks" and his availability for the start of Minnesota's second-round series against the Spurs was in serious doubt. Others within the Timberwolves call him "Wolverine" for a reason. Just nine days after suffering the injury, Edwards is expected to be available as Minnesota opens its series in San Antonio on Monday, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.
Michael Irvin Explained ‘Godfather Kiss' for Mario Cristobal After Miami Beat Texas A&M
Miami fans around the country were overjoyed after their Hurricanes outlasted Texas A&M in a first-round College Football Playoff slugfest at Kyle Field last Saturday, but no one wore their emotions on their sleeve quite the way that Miami legend Michael Irvin did.
Thunder’s Chet Holmgren Had Perfect Retort to Jalen Williams After Huge Contract News
It has been a lucrative few weeks for the Oklahoma City Thunder's young stars. Since the team captured its first NBA title as the Thunder, it has doled out max contracts to a trio of young stars, with Jalen Williams (five years, $287 million) joining Chet Holmgren (five years, $239 million) and league MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (four years, $285 million) with his deal that was reported on Thursday.
'This Is Not Dallas': Lakers Great Magic Johnson Has Stern Message for Luka Doncic
Luka Doncic's conditioning—or lack thereof—was frequently cited as a reason that Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison made the deeply unpopular decision to trade his superstar guard to the Los Angeles Lakers. Doncic's first few months with the Lakers delivered some impressive moments, but the team flamed out in just five games in the first round of the playoffs against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
'This Is Not Dallas': Lakers Great Magic Johnson Has Stern Message for Luka Doncic Original
Luka Doncic's conditioning—or lack thereof—was frequently cited as a reason that Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison made the deeply unpopular decision to trade his superstar guard to the Los Angeles Lakers. Doncic's first few months with the Lakers delivered some impressive moments, but the team flamed out in just five games in the first round of the playoffs against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Ohio State AD on Big Noon Controversy: 'Fans Deserve Some Marquee Night Games' Original
Ohio State football is one of the biggest programs in the country and the defending national champion, the type of team you expect to see regularly kicking off in prime time on Saturday nights in the fall. Those big-time night games at The Shoe have become a relative rarity, however, after the Big Ten secured massive rights packages split between Fox, CBS and NBC.
Eagles' Nick Sirianni Addresses Saquon Barkley's Early Retirement Comments
Saquon Barkley may be in the NFL for a good time, not a long time. The Philadelphia Eagles running back has racked up career-making accomplishments in the last year, winning the NFL's Offensive Player of the Year award en route to a Super Bowl victory. This summer, he was named the cover athlete for the upcoming Madden NFL 26.
Thunder Make Abysmal NBA History With Devastating Game 1 Stat In Loss
The Oklahoma City Thunder dominated a number of facets of Thursday's Game 1 of the NBA Finals, but couldn't quite hold on in the most important stat category of them all: the final score. The Indiana Pacers stole an incredible 111–110 road victory on a near-buzzer-beater by Tyrese Haliburton. The Thunder led by as many as 15 points, and looked like they would run away with the game in the first half, thanks in large part to an incredible turnover deficit throughout the game.
Pacers' T.J. McConnell Showed Up to NBA Finals Game Wearing Sister's New WNBA Jersey Original
It is a good week for basketball's McConnell family. The Phoenix Mercury signed rookie guard Megan McConnell on Tuesday. The former Duquesne standout participated in the franchise's training camp but was released ahead of the season. She scored three points in her debut Tuesday night in a Commissioner's Cup loss to the Minnesota Lynx.
Tyrese Haliburton Had Heartwarming Quote On His Dad Before NBA Finals Original
John Haliburton, father of Indiana Pacers star guard Tyrese Haliburton, is one proud dad. That pride led him to cross a line during the Pacers' playoff run, but the family has clearly put that in the rearview mirror with the NBA Finals set to tip off on Thursday. The elder Haliburton was barred from attending Indiana playoff games following a confrontation with the Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo during the Pacers' series-clinching win over the Bucks in early May.
Travis Hunter Surprised an Unsuspecting Young Fan During Backyard Workout Original
Even for those who aren't locked in on college football Saturdays, Travis Hunter has become a household face. After playing both ways for Colorado and winning the Heisman Trophy, the Jacksonville Jaguars traded up to take the talented wide receiver/cornerback with the No. 2 pick in the 2025 NFL draft.
Charles Barkley Changes Tune on Working With ESPN on 'Inside the NBA' Original
Charles Barkley has not been particularly excited about Inside the NBA's future on ESPN. While Barkley, Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith and Shaquille O'Neal are set to remain TNT Sports employees, with the network losing its NBA rights after the 2024–25 season, the show will be licensed out to ESPN, which maintains its partnership with the league. NBC and Prime Video will also broadcast NBA games.
Las dos razones para creer en el éxito de Bill Belichick
Carolina del Norte realizó la contratación más audaz del futbol americano universitario durante la pretemporada, al entregarle el programa a Bill Belichick, seis veces ganador del Super Bowl. El entrenador de 73 años asumirá su primer trabajo en el fútbol americano universitario en cualquier categoría. El veterano entrenador es solo unos meses mayor que Mack Brown, su antecesor.
NFL RedZone's Scott Hanson Lands New Job With NBC for 2026 Winter Olympics Original
Scott Hanson's future with NFL RedZone remains up in the air as the 2025 season approaches, but the popular broadcaster has secured a deal with NBC to return to Peacock for its coverage of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. Hanson helped launch the streamer's Gold Zone whiparound coverage, modeled after his familiar RedZone for the Olympics, at the 2024 Paris Games last summer. Now he'll do the same in 2026, he and the network confirmed to Front Office Sports.
Scottie Scheffler has been on an absolute tear since 2022, when he won his first PGA Tour event. After three early-season wins that year, he broke through for his first major, winning the 2022 Masters. He's added another two major championships: the '24 Masters and last weekend's PGA Championship, which was played at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte. The victory marked his 15th career PGA Tour win. The NFL franchise that shares a home with Quail Hollow hasn't been quite as successful.
Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw Had a Very Classy Reaction to Longtime Catcher Being DFA'd Original
The Los Angeles Dodgers made an exciting announcement Wednesday, as they called up catcher Dalton Rushing, one of the team's top prospects, after a torrid start for the Triple-A Oklahoma City Comets. Unfortunately, every baseball promotion is paired with a player leaving the big league roster. For the Dodgers, the addition of Rushing means that Austin Barnes, an L.A. catcher since 2015, has been designated for assignment.
ESPN President Says Stephen A. Smith's Role Covering NFL Could Expand Even Further Original
One wouldn't think there was much more television real estate on ESPN's airwaves that Stephen A. Smith can possibly occupy, but network president Jimmy Pitaro doesn't agree. There is a very real chance that the First Take star could expand his role in ESPN's NFL coverage. On top of his First Take duties, Smith is a major part of the network's NBA coverage, joining NBA Countdown in 2021.
Steelers Captain Cam Heyward Uses Franchise History to Defend George Pickens Trade Original
In wake of the Pittsburgh Steelers' decision to trade George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys, Steelers captain Cam Heyward wants his team's fans to chill out. During Tuesday's episode of Not Just Football with Cam Heyward, the veteran defensive tackle took a look back at Pittsburgh's recent history at the position to defend the franchise's decision and urge caution. "I think we gotta look at the track record of trading wide receivers.
Shedeur Sanders Looked So Excited Checking Out His New Browns Locker for First Time Original
Less than two weeks removed from his stunning NFL draft slide, quarterback Shedeur Sanders seems to be very excited for what lies ahead with his new team, the Cleveland Browns. Sanders is getting settled in to his new home and on Thursday was shown his new locker in the Browns' facility for the first time. He was fired up to see his new brown and orange gear, including the No. 12 jersey that he'll be donning for his first year in the pros.
Abdul Carter Had Emphatically Confident Answer to First Big Challenge With Giants Original
The New York Giants had plenty of needs entering the 2025 NFL draft, and believe that the player they selected with the No. 3 pick can help their defense in myriad ways: Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter. Carter primarily played as a standup outside linebacker in 2022 and '23 before moving to defensive end in '24, where he played 94% of his defensive snaps, according to Pro Football Focus, en route to a consensus All-American season.
Historia del MVP de la NBA: los jugadores más veteranos y más jóvenes en ganar el prestigioso premio
A medida que continúan los emocionantes playoffs de la NBA de 2025, la liga está preparada para otorgar el premio MVP 2024-25, una carrera reñida que se espera que llegue a una votación cercana entre los dos mejores finalistas de la temporada pasada.
NBA MVP History: Oldest & Youngest Players to Ever Win the Prestigious Award
As the thrilling 2025 NBA playoffs continue, the league is prepared to award the 2024–25 MVP award, a tight race expected to come down to a close vote between last season's top two finishers. Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic won his third MVP a year ago, capturing 79 first place votes to beat out Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic and Milwaukee Bucks forward (and former MVP) Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Charles Barkley Had Spot-On Quip About Stephen A. Smith After Knicks’ Game 1 Win Original
The New York Knicks made a statement on Monday night, pulling a Game 1 overtime upset of the Boston Celtics, 108–105. The team overcame a 20-point deficit, with Mikal Bridges stealing the ball from Jaylen Brown to seal the win. The game is one of the biggest wins in recent memory for the Knicks, who steal homecourt advantage from the reigning NBA champions as they attempt to advance to their first Eastern Conference Finals since 2000.
Jaguars Jump Up to No. 2 to Snag Travis Hunter in Massive Deal at Start of NFL Draft Original
Entering Thursday, not one of the first-round picks in the 2025 NFL draft had exchanged hands. That changed as the draft began, with the Jacksonville Jaguars swapping picks with the Cleveland Browns, jumping up to No. 2 to select dynamic two-way star Travis Hunter. The Jaguars send the No. 5 pick in the first round, along with the No. 36 pick (second-round), No. 126 (fourth-round) and next year's first-round pick for the right to take Hunter, according to ESPN.
Giants Working on Significant First-Round Trade As NFL Draft Nears Original
So far, no 2025 first-round picks have exchanged hands ahead of Thursday's NFL draft. If the New York Giants have their way, that may change in the coming hours. The Giants, a team with plenty of holes to fill and incredible pressure on both general manager Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll, currently hold the No. 3 pick, with which they're widely expected to target Penn State pass rusher Abdul Carter.
NFL Legend Might Be Up for Letting Cam Ward Wear No. 1 If Selected By Titans Original
Before the Tennessee Titans called Nashville home, they were the Houston Oilers—a team for which Warren Moon starred for 10 years. The QB, who made the No. 1 famous in H-Town, made six of his nine Pro Bowls for the Oilers, with one second-team All-Pro nod and the AP Offensive Player of the Year award in 1990.
Deion Sanders Defends Shedeur, Hunter Jersey Retirements: 'We Gotta Die to Get Recognized?' Original
Former Colorado coach Bill McCartney died in January, nearly a decade after the national championship-winner was diagnosed with late-onset dementia/Alzheimer's. The program announced Saturday that it will honor McCartney with a statue outside of Folsom Field, news that Deion Sanders responded to by saying doesn't want any more Buffaloes football greats to have to wait before they're recognized by the school.
Longtime L.A. Sportswriter Warns UCLA About Nico Iamaleava: 'This Kid Is Toxic' Original
Nico Iamaleava remains in the transfer portal with a "do not contact" label, indicating that the former Tennessee quarterback has a pretty good idea of where he'll wind up. The Athletic reported Wednesday that the Long Beach, Calif. native is expected to head to UCLA to continue his college career. One of Los Angeles's most venerated sportswriters is no fan of that move.
Aaron Rodgers Names His Price to Play Football in 2025 Original
While there's been months of rumor and speculation over Aaron Rodgers's future in football—and whether it includes a stint with the Pittsburgh Steelers beginning this fall—there was one crucial voice that we hadn't heard much from since the end of the 2024 season: Rodgers himself. That changed on Thursday afternoon, with Rodgers's appearance on The Pat McAfee Show.
Cam Newton Issues Stark Warning Amid Nico Iamaleava Saga: 'Bad Advice Kills' Original
Cam Newton put together one of the greatest seasons a college football quarterback has ever had 14 years ago, winning the 2010 Heisman Trophy and leading Auburn to the BCS championship. That same year, he was also at the center of the year's biggest college football financial scandal. Reports that Newton's father Cecil solicited a $180,000 payment for his son to go to Mississippi State—an offer ultimately passed up for Newton to head to Auburn—rocked the sport that year.
Furthest Playoff Runs Ever Made by NBA Play-in Teams Original
The NBA play-in tournament gets underway on Tuesday, April 15, with a pair of No. 7 and No. 8 matchups: the Orlando Magic vs. Atlanta Hawks in the Eastern Conference and the Golden State Warriors vs. the Memphis Grizzlies in the West. The No. 9 Chicago Bulls and No. 10 Miami Heat will face off on Wednesday, followed by the Sacramento Kings and Dallas Mavericks. The NBA first visited the play-in concept at the 2020 bubble in Orlando.
Bruce Pearl, Rick Pitino Make History With AP Coach of the Year Vote Original
Auburn's Bruce Pearl and St. John's coach Rick Pitino are two of the most recognizable faces of college basketball. The pair made hoops history on Friday, becoming the first two coaches to split the Associated Press Coach of the Year award, which dates back to 1967. It is the first win for both Pearl and Pitino, despite their accomplished careers.
Bengals Exec on Stadium Situation: 'We Could Go Wherever We Wanted After This Year' Original
The Cincinnati Bengals have called Paycor Stadium—formerly Paul Brown Stadium, named for the franchise's founder—home since it opened in 2000. Executive vice president (and Brown's granddaughter) Katie Blackburn says that she likes the stadium's downtown location and hopes to secure the team's future there, though she made clear that the franchise could leave in just over a year when the lease expires. The deadline to decide that future, however, is much closer.
Why NFL Coaches Spent the Annual League Meetings Poking Fun at Jaguars' Liam Coen Original
Liam Coen's Jacksonville Jaguars tenure began not with a bang, but with a weak "Duval!" While the Jaguars franchise has seldom been triumphant in recent years, no one can deny that the fan base's proud "DUUUVAL" chant—a reference to Jacksonville's home county—has really caught on. They hope that wins will follow with a young offensive mastermind in Coen taking the reins of the franchise, but he clearly needs to work on his rallying cry.
Michigan Guard Tre Donaldson Makes Transfer Portal Decision After Sweet 16 Run Original
Tre Donaldson played an important role in Dusty May's quick turnaround of the Michigan men's basketball program. The Auburn transfer started all 37 games for the Wolverines, which won the Big Ten tournament and reached the Sweet 16 just a year after going 8–24. Now, he's set to transfer for a second time. According to ESPN's Jeff Borzello, Donaldson has entered the transfer portal with the intention of playing his final college season elsewhere.
Tush Push Debate at Recent NFL Meeting Got 'Heated' Ahead of Tuesday Vote Original
The Green Bay Packers' proposal to ban the tush push—the quarterback sneak variation made famous by the Philadelphia Eagles—will go to a vote on Tuesday, April 1 when the NFL's 32 owners convene during the league's annual meetings. As decision-makers around the NFL prepare for that vote, one of the most contentious potential rule changes in recent memory, conversations have been intense according to a new ESPN report.
Six Options for Stanford Football's Next Head Coach After Firing Troy Taylor
Stanford football coach Troy Taylor was fired on Tuesday, on the heels of an ESPN report that the second-year coach was investigated for "hostile and aggressive behavior" towards colleagues—particularly women that work with the Cardinal program. Program general manager Andrew Luck confirmed the move, stating that the program "needs a reset." Finding the right person for that reset will primarily fall on Luck's shoulders.
Bengals Sign Veteran Offensive Lineman to Help Protect Joe Burrow
With their two star wide receivers now under contract, the Cincinnati Bengals have turned their attention to the offensive line. The team signed veteran guard/center Lucas Patrick, a starter for the New Orleans Saints last season, to help bolster its protection for franchise quarterback Joe Burrow. The one-year deal was first reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter. Salary details have not yet been reported. Bengals signed free agent G Lucas Patrick to a one-year contract.
Bengals Sign Veteran Offensive Lineman to Help Protect Joe Burrow
Bengals signed free agent G Lucas Patrick to a one-year contract. Patrick previously started 64 games for the Packers (2017-21), Bears ('22-23) and Saints ('24). pic.twitter.com/Vr9K9ulEoY
Stephen A. Smith Reacts to Bronny James's Career Night for Lakers Original
Bronny James had an NBA breakthrough during Thursday night's Los Angeles Lakers loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. ESPN's Stephen A. Smith—just weeks removed from a courtside confrontation with Bronny's father, LeBron James, over his comments about the young guard—made sure to compliment Bronny on Friday's First Take. He also took time to set the record straight on what he's said about James's early NBA career.
Deion Sanders Makes Thoughts on Travis Hunter Playing Both Ways in NFL Extremely Clear Original
Travis Hunter dominated on both sides of the ball while in college at Jackson State and Colorado, but will he be able—or allowed—to do the same in the NFL? His college coach Deion Sanders believes its a no-brainer. When asked whether he thinks Hunter's eventual NFL team should play him at both wide receiver and cornerback during Colorado's pro day (which was televised on NFL Network), Sanders didn't hesitate. “He doesn’t know any other way,” Sanders said, per ProFootballTalk.
Duke Makes Cooper Flagg Starting Lineup Decision Ahead of March Madness Opener Original
Duke avoided the worst-case scenario when it came to Cooper Flagg's ankle injury during the ACC tournament. Flagg, who went down in the Blue Devils' conference tournament opener against Georgia Tech, was cleared on Thursday to play in the program's first-round NCAA tournament game against Mount St. Mary's. According to Sports Illustrated's Bryan Fischer, he will start Friday afternoon's game in Raleigh.
Steph Curry Set to Miss Time With Injury After Hard Fall in Warriors vs. Raptors
The Golden State Warriors will likely be without Stephen Curry to start the team's upcoming six-game road trip, after the star guard suffered a nasty fall during Thursday night's home win over the Toronto Raptors. As he drove to the hoop and kicked the ball out to Jonathan Kuminga for an open three, Curry appeared to fall directly on his tailbone. He exited the game and would not return, though coach Steve Kerr said after the game that Curry believed he could return.
Bronny James Shares the Advice He's Given to Younger Brother Bryce Original
The last week has been a very eventful one for the James family. As patriarch LeBron James works back from a groin injury, his elder son Bronny was in the spotlight on Thursday night, putting in the best game of his NBA career for the Los Angeles Lakers in a loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. James posted career highs in points (17) and assists (five), leading the Lakers in both categories and earning his place on the podium after the loss.
Deion Sanders Threatens to Name NFL QB Coach Who Called Shedeur 'Arrogant' Original
There may be no more intriguing potential first-round pick than Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders. The former Buffaloes signal caller has been in the mix to be the No. 1 player off the board, dueling with Miami quarterback Cam Ward for the honor. We've also seen top quarterbacks slip towards the end of the first round if there's no run on the position in a given NFL draft, and that is certainly a possibility here.
Longtime Patriots Captain Had Perfect Bill Belichick Quote After Surprise Release Original
David Andrews was one of the significant remaining connections to the New England Patriots dynasty, a winner of two Super Bowls with the Bill Belichick and Tom Brady-led franchise after being signed as an undrafted free agent in 2015. The former Georgia center would go on to start 11 games as a rookie, and would ultimately make 121 starts from 2015 to '24, becoming a team captain in '17.
Clemson's Disastrous March Madness Start vs. McNeese State Summed Up by One Brutal Stat Original
After a rough season for the ACC, No. 5 seed Clemson was considered the league's best hope for a deep run outside of top-seed Duke. There's still plenty of time left, but the Tigers got off to about as bad of a start as possible in their first-round game against No. 12 McNeese State on Thursday afternoon. Clemson trailed 31–13 at the half, after hitting just 1-of-15 three-point attempts and turning the ball over 10 times.
Former NFL Quarterback Casually Robbed Fly Ball From Max Muncy in Japan Original
Rodney Peete is best known as a former star quarterback at USC, and a longtime NFL signal caller who started 87 games and played for six franchises across a 15-year career. Today, he's a local sports personality in Los Angeles, and a diehard Dodgers fan, whose son RJ Peete works as a clubhouse attendant for the franchise. The elder Peete and his wife Holly Robinson-Peete made the trip to Tokyo to watch the Los Angeles open its season against the Chicago Cubs, and he made a highlight of his own.
College Hoops Analyst Believes Auburn Got 'Screwed' With NCAA Tournament Matchups Original
The Auburn Tigers earned the No. 1 overall seed in the 2025 men's NCAA tournament, but when March Madness rolls around, there's no guarantee for an easy run to the Final Four. Programs like Virginia and Purdue know that all too well. The top seed doesn't even necessarily mean that a program will have the clearest path among No. 1 seeds. Auburn's road to the Final Four could go through big-time programs like Michigan State, Iowa State, Texas A&M, Michigan, Louisville and Creighton.
Mets Pitcher Artfully Dodges Line Drive During Mid-Game TV Interview Original
Monday's spring training game was an eventful one for New York Mets pitcher Griffin Canning. Not only did the new Mets starter put together a solid outing, but also he showed off his catlike reflexes during an interview with SNY. Canning, who had been a middling starter with the Los Angeles Angels since 2019, impressed on the mound, striking out five and surrendering just one hit in 3 2/3 innings against the St. Louis Cardinals.
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