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Ohio State Buckeyes star TreVeyon Henderson after the win over the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the College Football Playoff

Big Ten coach demands 'four automatic' spots for conference in College Football Playoff

Former Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers finally commits to Pittsburgh Steelers

White Sox make huge ownership announcement

Longtime sportscaster, ESPN 'SportsCenter' anchor, reveals prostate cancer diagnosis

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Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell warms up before game five against the New York Knicks in the eastern conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden.

T.J. McConnell arrives for NBA Finals Game 1 repping sister Megan's WNBA jersey

Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George looks on against the Golden State Warriors during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center.

2025 NBA Finals MVP is a no-brainer; it's Paul George

San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul dribbles against Golden State Warriors forward Kevon Looney in the fourth quarter at Chase Center.

Chris Paul gives major hint at where he may finish his NBA career

A detail view of of a plaque for Rafael Nadal on day 12 at Roland Garros Stadium with the iconic red clay courts displayed

Wild video reveals how Roland-Garros selects iconic clay surface at French Open

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Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin against the Philadelphia Eagles during the NFC Championship game

NFL star Terry McLaurin frustrated with Commanders after seeking long-term deal

Philadelphia Eagles safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson celebrates after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX

Former Philadelphia Eagles star calls himself 'test dummy' in Vic Fangio's defensive scheme

Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry runs the ball against the Buffalo Bills in a 2025 AFC divisional round game

Dan Patrick offers Ravens star Derrick Henry chance to work with legendary actor

New Orleans Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma (51) walks off the field after the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. The Saints defeated the Buccaneers 35-28 on Oct. 21, 2012.

Three-time Pro Bowl linebacker, Fox NFL analyst arrested: report

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Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle during NBA Finals Media Day at Paycom Center.

Pacers HC Rick Carlisle thought Knicks firing of Tom Thibodeau was 'fake AI thing'

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton dribbles the ball while Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Tyrese Haliburton has high praise for SGA ahead of NBA Finals matchup

Kevin Durant attends the game between the Golden State Valkyries and the LA Sparks.

Kevin Durant’s potential next NBA team revealed from sources within superstar’s camp

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander drives to the basket beside Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton.

NBA Finals winner predicted by viral 'Air Corgi' ahead of Thunder-Pacers series

Weekend Roundup: NBA Finals set, Dodgers make statement, end of an era, and more

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton reacts after game six of the eastern conference finals against the New York Knicks for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

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Angels manager Ron Washington watches from the dugout against the Boston Red Sox in the first inning at Fenway Park on Wednesday, June 4.

Angels pitcher suspects Red Sox stole signs, leading to pregame incident: report

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes pitches against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field during an MLB game

Pittsburgh Pirates continue to disappoint ace Paul Skenes despite his brilliance

Former Miami Marlins owner Wayne Huizenga with then-team president David Samson in 2011.

Ex-MLB executive, 'Survivor' loser, calls Jac Caglianone's promotion 'irresponsible'

Jun 2, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after a hit during the third inning against the New York Mets during the third inning against the New York Mets at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images

Todd Frazier talks Dodgers, Shohei Ohtani, and baseball’s golden era

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Michelle Beadle on the Sirius XM Mad Dog Sports radio set at the Super Bowl 58 media center at the Mandalay Bay resort and casino on Feb. 8, 2024.

Michelle Beadle goes on off-air rant against Stephen A. Smith

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford congratulates wide receiver Calvin Johnson during the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Falcons.

'Madden Curse' has technically already been broken by Detroit Lions legend

Stephen A. Smith on the ESPN NBA Countdown live set.

Stephen A. Smith to launch two new shows with SiriusXM

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert celebrates a touchdown on EA Sports' Madden NFL video game.

EA Sports drops official Madden NFL 26 trailer with first look at gameplay

ESPN analysts Doc Rivers, Doris Burke and Mike Breen during a game with the Los Angeles Lakers and the Dallas Mavericks

Doris Burke reportedly 'not guaranteed' to remain on lead ESPN NBA coverage

New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau reacts in game five of the eastern conference finals of the 2025 NBA Playoffs against the Indiana Pacers.

'NBA Today' co-host wants Knicks to have accountability for current situation

Former Villanova Wildcat player Jalen Brunson stands with former coach Jay Wright as his jersey is retired during the game against the DePaul Blue Demons at William B. Finneran Pavilion.

College basketball analyst slams door shut on Jay Wright becoming next Knicks head coach

Yankees outfielder Jasson Domínguez (24) steals second base against Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman Enrique Hernández (8) during the fifth inning at Dodger Stadium.

Dodgers-Yankees ratings show why MLB continues to play the hits

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton celebrating after playing against the New York Knicks for the 2025 NBA Playoffs

New York sports radio host has embarrassing take on Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton

General view inside of Ball Arena before the game between the LA Clippers against the Denver Nuggets during game seven of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

ESPN announces plans for 'Inside the NBA' as show moves to home of Mickey Mouse

The Dallas Stars after losing to the Edmonton Oilers in the Western Conference Final of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs

ESPN NBA reporter bashes Texas 'hipster' fans for watching NHL games

Former NFL head coach and UNC Tar Heels coach Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson before Super Bowl LIX NFL Honors

Bill Simmons bashes Pablo Torre's reporting on Bill Belichick, Jordon Hudson relationship