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Broadcaster Jim Nantz introduces players Monday, Feb. 24, 2025, during the “Night of Champions” at the Murat Theatre at the Old National Centre. The event featured a panel discussion of players and coaches from the Indianapolis Colts team that won Super Bowl XLI.

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Stanley Cup Championship-winning executive dies unexpectedly at 62

Reporter who broke Jet Set tragedy news was nearly in the Dominican club when roof fell

Dolphins release statement after police respond to Tyreek Hill domestic incident

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Apr 7, 2022; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard (39) before the game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

NBA Hall of Famer Dwight Howard announces shocking final pro basketball home

Jan 3, 2025; Gilbert, AZ, USA; Roosevelt High School (CA) guard Brayden Burries (5) against Sandra Day O’Connor High School (AZ) during the Hoophall West High School Invitational at Highland High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Imagesn Images

Brayden Burries commits to Arizona, cements Wildcats as preseason title favorites

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Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill on the field before the game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium.

NFL star Tyreek Hill involved in 'domestic dispute,' police respond: report

Mar 19, 2025; Tuscaloosa AL, USA; Quarterback Jalen Milroe throws for scouts at the University of Alabama Pro Day as several Crimson Tide players worked out for NFL teams in the Hank Crisp Indoor Practice Facility.

NFL Mock Draft Consensus 17.0: Jalen Milroe absent despite draft night invite

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette signs autographs during pregame warmups against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium.

Xavier Legette reveals 'perfect' raccoon recipe to save your dinner plans

Dec 9, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown (30) runs with the ball as Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown (13) defends during the second half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Breakout Dallas Cowboys star DeMarvion Overshown makes team history with jersey change

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Apr 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Stunning Shakeup: Nuggets Fire Coach Michael Malone and GM Calvin Booth

Mar 31, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) warms up before the game against the Houston Rockets at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Luka Doncic gets real about emotional Dallas return

Feb 10, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) and Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) talk during the second half at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images

NBA stars Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant have viral postgame interaction

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic reacts during the second quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum.

Mavericks preparing warm welcome for Luka Doncic with special 'thank you' t-shirts

Weekend Roundup: Duke chokes, Paige's world, Ovechkin makes history, and more

Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg reacts after their loss to the Houston Cougars in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome.

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Apr 8, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Adam Frazier (26) reacts after grounding into a double play during there fifth inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-Imagn Images

Pirates' 'Bucco Bricks' debacle the latest sign they're MLB's most incompetent team

March 26, 2013; Lakeland, FL, USA; Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Octavio Dotel (20) throws a pitch during the seventh inning against the Atlanta Braves at Joker Marchant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-Imagn Images

Ex-MLB pitcher Octavio Dotel one of dozens dead in nightclub catastrophe

San Francisco Giants center fielder Jung Hoo Lee flies out against the Cincinnati Reds during the sixth inning at Oracle Park.

San Francisco Giants unveil forgettable City Connect uniforms

Apr 7, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger (35) strikes out swinging in the fifth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

New York Yankees star sidelined for an extremely odd reason

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Apr 7, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. (1) celebrates after winning the national championship game of the Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Florida Shocks Houston to Win Epic National Championship

Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe laughs on the sideline during the College Football Playoff semifinal game between the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium.

Tony Hinchcliffe didn't win over WWE fans with commentary appearance

Jul 16, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; National League pitcher Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates walks the red carpet with his girlfriend LSU gymnast Olivia Livvy Dunne before the 2024 MLB All-Star game at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Livvy Dunne objects House NCAA NIL settlement for not reflecting her value

Michael Strahan, Pro Football Hall of Famer and co-host of Good Morning America, along with 4x Super Bowl champion Rob Gronkowski, host the first USA TODAY High School Sports Awards show, which featured more than 1,000 student athletes from across the country.

2025 Sports Emmys nominations revealed

Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX), walking on stage U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, right, and Ben Ferguson, center, at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Mdat the 2025 Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) event on February 20, 2025 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center.

Internet believes Houston basketball team fell victim to infamous 'Ted Cruz Curse'

TCU Horned Frogs guard Hailey Van Lith celebrates after winning the NCAA Playoff Regional semi-final game against Notre Dame.

Hailey Van Lith SI Swimsuit photos, behind-the-scenes video goes viral

LSU Tigers gymnast Olivia Dunne kisses the trophy after the LSU Tigers gymnastics team wins the national championship.

Livvy Dunne shows off signature flavor of popular sports energy drink

Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. celebrates after winning the national championship game of the Final Four.

March Madness 2025: 'One Shining Moment' video for Florida national championship run

Feb 6, 2012; Toronto, ON, Canada; SportsNet commentator Christine Simpson before the Edmonton Oilers game against the Toronto Maple Leafs at the Air Canada Centre. The Maple Leafs beat the Oilers 6-3.

Longtime NHL goaltender, broadcaster dies at 67

Oct 8, 2012; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; Aerial view of Yankee Stadium.

The latest Yankees documentary is (really!) unlike anything ever announced

Apr 1, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) reacts after a basket during the second quarter against the Golden State Warriors at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Ja Morant Fined for "Finger Gun" Gesture, Sparks Debate on NBA Policy

Apr 6, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) runs off the court after his team beat the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Lakers Climb Tight Western Conference Standings in Final Stretch