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Dec 25, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) reacts after making a three point basket against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Steph Curry has a clear response to 3-point shot's role in NBA's 'evolution'

Dec 23, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) during the second half against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Kevin Durant 'seriously' wants to get down to solve NBA's declining viewership problem

Dec 25, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson (31) is introduced before the start of the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Klay Thompson thinks Steph Curry isn't 'the greatest to ever shoot it'

Betts still thinks about the play months after it happened

Mookie Betts still mad about World Series incident

A 6-3 final is disrespectful to football

Bears and Seahawks set football back with Thursday night snoozefest

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Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow.

Best sports bets to make Friday, Saturday and Sunday

We're off to the post-Christmas weekend so time to make a little cash to pay off those extravagant, over-indulgent purchases.

Georgia Tech vs Vanderbilt Birmingham Bowl: live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Catch all the action between Georgia Tech and Vanderbilt in the Birmingham Bowl live on Friday.

Dec 23, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts to his three pointer against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

16-year veteran on why Victor Wembanyama is more 'unique' than 4x DPOY

Nicolas Batum thinks Victor Wembanyama is even more unique than 4x DPOY Rudy Gobert.

Dec 8, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (5) during the second quarter against the Utah Jazz at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

De'Aaron Fox's 'connection' with Miami Heat star could lure him away from the Kings

If De'Aaron Fox demands a trade from the Sacramento Kings, his connection with Bam Adebayo could lead him to the Miami Heat.

Jun 15, 2018; Sochi, Russia; Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo (7) celebrates after scoring a goal against Spain in Group B play during the FIFA World Cup 2018 at Fisht Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Leonel de Castro/Global Images/Sipa USA via Imagn Images

Cristiano Ronaldo's dreams of owning a "big club" aren't far-fetched

The Portugal star has a reported net worth of over $800 million after playing professional soccer for over 22 years.

Dec 23, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) checks the scoreboard during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Former NBA player names 'only cure' for Luka Doncic's sprained calf

Ex-Phoenix Suns veteran offers crucial advice for Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic to bounce back after getting injured.

Sports Media

Sorry, LeBron: Christmas Day now belongs to the NFL, not the NBA

Feb 17, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Broadcaster Ian Eagle before the game between the Houston Cougars and the Texas Longhorns at Fertitta Center.

Should the NBA abandon its Christmas Day games? Ian Eagle weighs in

The NFL needs to step away from Christmas Day games

Carolina Panthers WR brings raccoon leftovers to share with locker room (VIDEO)

NFL

Detroit Lions quarterback Teddy Bridgewater waves to fans during warmups before the Denver Broncos game at Ford Field in Detroit on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023.

Teddy Bridgewater's championship run continues with return to Lions

Tomlin says junior varsity isn't good enough in the NFL

Mike Tomlin compares Steelers to a second-tier high school team

Jackson's record breaking performance Wednesday leaves no doubt

Lamar Jackson is the greatest running quarterback of all time

It being Christmas didn't stop LeBron from taking a shot at the NFL

LeBron James calls out the NFL on Christmas

NBA

Apr 23, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) warms up before the game against the Dallas Mavericks during game two of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

NBA fans are concerned after Kawhi Leonard's latest picture shows his knees

Spoelstra still believes in Butler

Erik Spoelstra wants his best player to remain in Miami

Nov. 3, 2009; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trailblazers center Greg Oden grabs a rebound away from Atlanta Hawks forward Josh Smith (5) in the first quarter of the game at the Rose Garden. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-Imagn Images

Greg Oden returns to Portland with powerful message for Blazers players

Dec 25, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (left) and Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (right) talk before the game at Chase Center.

NBA ratings are suffering for the exact reason you think

MLB

Burnes is looking for a lot more money than Max Fried

This one reason might be why Corbin Burnes hasn't signed yet

Aug 22, 1999; Flushing, NY, USA; FILE PHOTO; New York Mets outfielder Rickey Henderson (24) in action against the St. Louis Cardinals at Shea Stadium.

The Rickey Henderson-John Olerud story is legendary — and untrue

Oct 20, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Blake Treinen (49) celebrates with catcher Will Smith (16) after the final out to defeat the New York Mets in game six of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Dodger Stadium.

Dodgers top list of 2024's most valuable sports team sponsorships

Sep 28, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs outfielder Cody Bellinger (24) hugs third baseman Isaac Paredes (17) after a game against the Cincinnati Reds at Wrigley Field.

Cubs' subpar RSN revenues help explain tepid offseason approach: report

Roundup

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James dunks against the Golden State Warriors.

LeBron James, Lamar Jackson and Week 17 in the NFL in today's Roundup

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy.

Johnson-Jeudy-Madden, Kaidon Salter and Week 16 in the NFL in today's Roundup

Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. warms up before a game against the Minnesota Vikings.

Penix time in ATL, Dame Time with Adidas and Mike Vrabel time in the NFL in today's Roundup

Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins throws the ball against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Monday night mayhem, Josh Allen and the Bills and MLB's pitching problem in today's Roundup