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Kansas Star Darryn Peterson Brushes Off Media Narratives After Win vs. Houston
Kansas star Darryn Peterson has been no stranger to the spotlight this season. Peterson, of course, is one of the most gifted scorers that the sport has seen in recent memory. But his play on the floor has not garnered nearly as much attention as his injury-plagued season, which has featured several games missed and several games where he left early and did not return. Peterson appeared to be a sure-fire No. 1 pick in the upcoming NBA draft, and perhaps he still will be despite the injuries.
Former Kansas State Star Markquis Nowell Rips School Over Jerome Tang Firing Decision
Former Kansas State basketball star Markquis Nowell, the best player on the Wildcats' 2023 Elite Eight team, took to social media to rip his alma mater over the decision to fire head coach Jerome Tang for cause. The Mercury was first to report that Tang would be fired for cause over the weekend, as the school claimed that the fourth-year head coach violated terms of his employment contract by publicly criticizing his players after an embarrassing blowout loss at home to Cincinnati.
Spurs Star Victor Wembanyama to Miss Friday's Game vs. Pacers After Hyperextending Knee
Spurs star Victor Wembanyama did not travel with the team to Indiana and will miss Friday's game against the Pacers, according to a report from Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News. Wembanyama hyperextended his knee in Wednesday's win against the Knicks, and initial tests showed that his ligaments were intact, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. An MRI on Thursday confirmed that Wembanyama had avoided major injury, according to McDonald.
ACC Championship Game Scenarios Entering Week 13: Does Miami Have a Chance?
There are plenty of ACC contenders in play to make the conference title game with two weeks remaining in the regular season. Miami is the highest ranked team in the College Football Playoff rankings at No. 13, but at this point, need a lot of help to make it to Charlotte. Let's break it all down heading into Week 13. Who are the top contenders for the ACC championship game? In short, there are several, but only one controls its own fate: Georgia Tech.
Texans Make Decision on C.J. Stroud's Availability for Thursday Night Football vs. Bills
The Texans will once again be without starting quarterback C.J. Stroud for Thursday night's game against the Bills, the team announced on Tuesday. For the third straight game, it will be Davis Mills under center for Houston. Stroud has been recovering from a concussion that he suffered in a loss to the Broncos on Nov. 2. Mills entered the game in the first quarter of that contest and has started two games since then.
Carlos Alcaraz Reaches U.S. Open Final in Straight Sets Win Over Novak Djokovic
World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest man in professional tennis history to reach multiple Grand Slam finals on each surface as he defeated World No. 7 Novak Djokovic in straight sets-6-4, 7-6 (7-4), 6-2-on Friday to reach the U.S. Open final. The 22-year-old Alcaraz, who won the U.S. Open in 2022 for his first career Grand Slam win, will look to win his sixth major title on Sunday.
Phillies Set to Sign Veteran Reliever David Robertson
Veteran reliever David Robertson is signing with the Philadelphia Phillies, according to a report from Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Robertson, who turned 40 earlier this year, conducted a workout for multiple teams on Saturday in Providence, R.I. The workout yielded a deal for the rest of the season with Philadelphia that will pay him $6.22 million (prorated from $16 million) according to Mark Feisand of MLB.com.
Memphis’ Sincere Parker Arrested for Aggravated Assault Following Domestic Dispute
Memphis Tigers men's basketball guard Sincere Parker, who transferred from McNeese State this offseason, was arrested and charged with aggravated assault and vandalism, according to a police affadivit reviewed by Jason Munz of TheCommercial Appeal. The arrest stems from an alleged incident that took place in May between Parker and his girlfriend. The 22-year-old Parker was booked into Shelby County Jail in Tennessee on Saturday.
Dallas Mavericks Summer League Schedule: How to Watch Cooper Flagg
The Dallas Mavericks have released their full Summer League roster and upcoming schedule for the anticipated professional debut of No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg. Flagg's professional debut at NBA summer league is the second time in the last three seasons that a player seen as a generational prospect will hit the hardwood, with Flagg joining rising San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama in that category.
Clippers, Jazz, Heat Agree to Three-Team, Multi-Player Swap
The Los Angeles Clippers, Utah Jazz and Miami Heat have agreed to a three-team trade involving several players, according to a report from ESPN's Shams Charania. Miami will receive: Norman Powell from the Clippers Los Angeles will receive: John Collins from the Jazz Utah will receive: Kevin Love from the Heat Kyle Anderson from the Heat 2027 Clippers second-round pick The Heat instantly get better on the wing, as Powell will certainly help them on both ends of the court.
Jurickson Profar Delivers Moonshot Home Run in Return From PED Suspension
Atlanta Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar played in the franchise's first series of the season in late March, going 3-for-15 in a four-game sweep at the hands of the San Diego Padres. It was a rough start to the season for the newly acquired outfielder, which was made worse shortly thereafter when he landed an 80-game suspension for performance-enhancing drugs.
Free Agent Center Al Horford Has Robust Market Filled With Contenders
When Al Horford returned to Boston ahead of the 2021-22 season, it was hard to imagine that the veteran center would play for anybody other than the Celtics for the rest of his career. That thought continued after Horford played a key role in the Celtics capturing the NBA title last summer for the first time since 2008.
Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski Leaves MLB Debut With Ankle Injury in Middle of No Hitter
Milwaukee Brewers rookie Jacob Misiorowski was brilliant in his major league debut on Thursday night against the St. Louis Cardinals, as the flamethrower went five innings without allowing a hit. Misiorowski took the mound in the sixth to continue his no-hit bid, but after throwing three straight balls to Cardinals outfielder Victor Scott, Misiorowski rolled his ankle between pitches as he walked back to the mound.
Democrats Pushing for Former Cardinals Star Adam Wainwright to Run for House Seat
A Democratic group recently made a run at former St. Louis Cardinals ace Adam Wainwright in an attempt to lure him into running for a U.S. House of Representatives seat, according to a report from Jacob Rubashkin of Inside Elections. Wainwright, a three-time All-Star and 2006 World Series champion with the Cardinals, played his entire 18-year Major League career in St. Louis.
Longtime LA Times Columnist Bill Plaschke Reveals He’s Battling Serious Disease
Longtime Los Angeles Times columnist Bill Plaschke revealed that he is battling Parkinson's disease. The 66-year-old Plaschke formally revealed the diagnosis in a Sunday column, where he said he's turned to a boxing regiment to combat the effects of the disease. "I, too, am living with Parkinson's disease," Plaschke wrote. "The irony, huh?
Sovereignty Wins 2025 Belmont Stakes
It has been a banner year for jockey Junior Alvarado aboard Sovereignty. After capturing the Kentucky Derby in May in a showdown with Journalism, Saturday's Belmont Stakes at Saratoga proved to be rematch down the homestretch. Journalism, who closed as a 2-1 favorite, turned for home in the lead at the top of the stretch. That's when Alvarado kicked Sovereignty into gear, as the horse closed with a flurry and captured the Belmont Stakes.
Former Dallas Cowboys CB Kelvin Joseph Arrested Following Fatal Crash
Former Dallas Cowboys second-round pick Kelvin Joseph was arrested early Saturday morning in Richardson, Texas on charges of driving while intoxicated and collision involving personal injury or death. It was first reported by TMZ and also confirmed by CBS Sports, citing police. Plano police received a call from Joseph before 6 a.m. local time admitting to authorities that he had been involved in a crash that struck a motorcycle.
Suns Hire Cavs Assistant Jordan Ott As Franchise’s New Head Coach
The Phoenix Suns are hiring Cleveland Cavaliers assistant Jordan Ott as the franchise's new head coach, according to a report from ESPN's Shams Charania. Ott has been an NBA assistant since 2012, and was one of the top aides on Kenny Atkinson's staff in Cleveland. He has a strong background of offensive and defensive creativity, according to Charania, and has been known as a strong player developer and communicator. This will be Ott's first head coaching job.
Stephen A. Smith Incensed After Knicks Fall Down 2-0 in Eastern Conference Finals
ESPN media personality Stephen A. Smith posted a video on social media immediately following the New York Knicks second straight loss at Madison Square Garden on Friday night to open up the Eastern Conference finals against the Indiana Pacers. The Pacers now lead the Eastern Conference finals 2-0 after getting swept a season ago in the series by the Boston Celtics, inching ever closer to an NBA Finals berth. Smith, a diehard Knicks fan, was nearly speechless following the 114-109 loss.
Braves Star Ronald Acuna to Return to Lineup Friday for First Time in Nearly a Year
He's back. Nearly one full year from his last Major League game on May 26, 2024 when he tore his left ACL, Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. is set to make his season debut on Friday night against the San Diego Padres. The @Braves announce that Ronald Acuña Jr. will return to their lineup Friday night. His last Major League game was May 26, 2024.
NBA Fans Went Crazy Over Pacers Forward Obi Toppin’s Game-Sealing Slam
Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin's play in the final minutes of overtime went a bit unnoticed in the grand scheme of the unbelievable comeback by the Pacers, who stormed back from 14 points down in the final two minutes of regulation to steal Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. While his heroics might not have matched those of teammates Tyrese Haliburton and Aaron Nesmith, Toppin made two incredible plays down the stretch.
NBA Fans Went Crazy Over Pacers Forward Obi Toppin’s Game-Sealing Slam
Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin's play in the final minutes of overtime went a bit unnoticed in the grand scheme of the unbelievable comeback by the Pacers, who stormed back from 14 points down in the final two minutes of regulation to steal Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. While his heroics might not have matched those of teammates Tyrese Haliburton and Aaron Nesmith, Toppin made two incredible plays down the stretch.
Journalism Captures 2025 Preakness Stakes
In thrilling fashion, Journalism has captured the 2025 Preakness Stakes. For the second consecutive race in the Triple Crown, Journalism entered the field as the favorite to win the race. By post time on Saturday, the horse was an even-odds favorite to win. Much like two weeks ago at Churchill Downs, it wasn't an easy race for Journalism despite being earmarked as the favorite. But unlike at the Kentucky Derby, Journalism would not be denied on Saturday at Pimlico.
Angel Reese Made Honest Admission About Caitlin Clark Foul That Got Her Heated
The Chicago Sky dropped their season opener to the Indiana Fever 93-58 on Saturday, but the story after the game surrounded a hard foul of Fever star Caitlin Clark on Sky forward Angel Reese. The foul prompted a brief scuffle before the officials reviewed the play for a flagrant. Clark was assessed the flagrant (which clearly angered the Fever guard), while Reese and Clark's Fever teammate, Aliyah Boston, received offsetting technicals.
Anthony Edwards Had NSFW Message After Wild 25-Point Comeback vs. Thunder
The Oklahoma City Thunder led by as many as 25 points in the second half of their game against the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves, but anytime Anthony Edwards is on the other side of the floor, no lead is safe. The Thunder found that out the hard way on Monday night. The Timberwolves stormed back to the tune of a 41-19 fourth quarter to send the game to overtime, and ultimately emerge victorious by a final score of 131-128 at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City.
Bengals to Place Franchise Tag on Star Receiver Tee Higgins
The Cincinnati Bengals intend to place the franchise tag on Tee Higgins for the second consecutive season, according to a report from James Rapien of Bengals Talk. This is a developing story. Check back for updates. More of the Latest Around the NFL This article was originally published on www.si.com as Bengals to Place Franchise Tag on Star Receiver Tee Higgins. Copyright ABG-SI LLC. SPORTS ILLUSTRATED is a registered trademark of ABG-SI LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Reid isn’t talking to Chiefs about possibility of historic Super Bowl three-peat
Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid is pursuing a fourth Super Bowl title, and could make history on Feb. 9 against the Philadelphia Eagles when he goes for his third straight title-something that’s never been done before. But it’s hard to fathom Reid mentioning that fact to his team as they prepare for the Super Bowl. After all, there’s already enough pressure trying to win a championship, so why add even more pressure from something that’s occurred in the past?
Nick Saban, Urban Meyer, Michael Vick Highlight 2025 College Football Hall of Fame Class
The National Football Foundation announced its 2025 College Football Hall of Fame class on Wednesday. As was previously announced on College GameDay, Nick Saban has been inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame just one year removed from the sidelines as Alabama's head coach. Saban was a head coach at the University of Toledo, Michigan State, LSU and of course, Alabama.
Quinn Ewers, Texas Linemen Break Out ‘Dodgeball’ Celebration Following Game-Tying TD
Texas desperately needed a breakthrough. The Longhorns were trailing Ohio State 7-0 late in the first half, and after taking over at their own 41-yard-line with 1:49 to play in the second quarter, Texas had amassed just 105 yards of total offense. Texas methodically moved the ball down the field, and was aided by a fourth-down run by Arch Manning to keep the drive alive.
Dennis Allen Gives Emotional Thoughts On Making the Most of ‘Tough’ Firing
Former New Orleans Saints head coach Dennis Allen was fired in early November after the franchise suffered its seventh straight loss. New Orleans went 18-25 in 2.5 seasons under Allen's direction. With so many coaches around the league receiving similar calls this week from franchise ownership that plans on going in a different direction, Allen shared advice on the best way to deal with getting fired. "You have to control the things you can control," Allen told Jay Glazer.
Missouri Outlasts Oklahoma in Late Game Sprint That You’ll Need to See to Believe
The No. 24 Missouri Tigers beat the Oklahoma Sooners 30-23 on Saturday night to move to 7-2 on the season and 3-2 in SEC play. But it's how the Tigers earned their seventh win of the season that's noteworthy. The ending of this college football game was absolutely insane. Missouri led the game 16-9 after quarterback Drew Pyne hit tight end Brett Norfleet on a five-yard touchdown strike with 8:47 to play in the contest.
Ohio State Freshman Star Jeremiah Smith Makes Another One-Handed Highlight Reel Catch
Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith continued to display why he's not only one of the best freshmen in college football, but also why he's one of the best receivers in the sport. Period. Smith, for the second consecutive week, pulled in a ridiculous one-handed highlight reel catch to extend Ohio State's lead over Iowa to 14-0 shortly after halftime. My goodness, Jeremiah Smith.
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