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Fans file inside PPG Paints Arena ahead of the Round of 32 game between NC State and Oakland during the NCAA Men's March Madness tournament.

NCAA must move the start of the transfer portal in college basketball

Stephen A calls out LeBron's "weak" confrontation during Lakers game

Jimmy Butler's stunning Warriors impact and the numbers behind it

49ers' free-agent exodus is a sad but necessary reality of the NFL

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How to Watch Rays vs Tigers Spring Training: Live Stream MLB Baseball, TV Channel

Shaquille O'Neal holds up the sign of the horns during a DJ performance ahead of the College Football Playoff semifinal game between the Texas Longhorns and Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium.

Shaq has no clue who the head coach of the Detroit Pistons is.

Who's going to tell Kirk Cousins the best decision he could make this offseason?

Cincinnati Bearcats James White tries to block a shot by Syracuse Orange Gerry McNamara in the second half. The Syracuse Orange defeated the Cincinnati Bearcats 77-58 at Fifth Third Arena.

A look back at the greatest Big East Tournament performance

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Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Cooper DeJean (33) returns a punt against Kansas City Chiefs safety Nazeeh Johnson (13) during the second quarter in Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Eagles could afford to lose key defensive free agents due to their incredible youth

Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (8) is unable to make a catch against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half of Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Ravens continue their odd tradition of signing older star wide receivers

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) meets with Minnesota Vikings quarterback Brett Favre at midfield on Oct. 5, 2009, at the Metrodome in Minneapolis. Photo by Evan Siegle/Press-Gazette

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Brett Favre gives Aaron Rodgers his blessing to join a former team

Dec 8, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) celebrates running back Aaron Jones' (33) touchdown run with head coach Kevin O'Connell during the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Vikings wisely spent the money they wouldn't give to Sam Darnold

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Mar 1, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers reacts against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

"We were in trouble...": Doc Rivers on Tyrese Haliburton's 4-point play game-winner

Mar 11, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) reacts after a dunk against the Los Angeles Clippers during the fourth quarter at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

Shaquille O'Neal shockingly goes off at Zion Williamson after triple-double performance

Mar 10, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Los Angeles Lakers injured forward LeBron James (23) on the court during a time out during the first quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

What makes LeBron James special, reveals Jeanie Buss

Mar 10, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts after a three point shot against the Brooklyn Nets during the second quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

LA Lakers fans berate NBA refs after seeing new angle of hard foul on Luka Doncic

Weekend Roundup: LeBron out, Garrett gets the bag, DK traded, CBB marches on, and more

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Dec 9, 2024; Dallas, TX, USA; Boston Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow speaks with the media at the Hilton Anatole during the 2024 MLB Winter Meetings.

Boston columnist rips non-players for running Red Sox, doesn't interview ex-player running Red Sox

Baltimore Orioles designated hitter Emmanuel Rivera doubles against the Philadelphia Phillies in the second inning during spring training at BayCare Ballpark.

Orioles release all orange uniform that will have fans throwing cash at the franchise

Sep 29, 2024; Anaheim, California, USA; A Texas Rangers fan shows a sign board after a MLB game between the Los Angeles Angels and the Texas Rangers at Angel Stadium.

MLB team sells hats with vulgar Spanish word, doesn't get it before the internet does

Mar 8, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts (30) before a game against the Chicago White Sox at Camelback Ranch-Glendale. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Dodgers' Dave Roberts deserves 4-year, $35 million contract extension after 2024 masterclass

Sports Media

NFL Network host Kyle Brandt during the Cincinnati Bengals game against the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium.

Good Morning Football crew pokes fun at NFL insider's chaotic TV moment

Patriots receiver Julian Edelman, quarterback Tom Brady and offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels can only watch from the bench as the Dolphins drive down the field in the final minutes of Sunday's game.

Chris Simms seems to still be a tad upset over Tom Brady and Deflategate

Dec 14, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Dave Portnoy, Bar Stool Sports founder and owner walks along the sidelines before the playing of the 125 Army Navy game at Commanders Field.

Dave Portnoy claims he got a 'weird' job offer from Donald Trump's White House

Mar 8, 2025; Greenville, SC, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Vic Schaefer during the second half against the LSU Lady Tigers at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.

Watch coach's amazing reaction to 3 student journalists who drove 16 hours to a game

Giants receiver David Tyree catches a pass while in the clutches of Patriots safety Rodney Harrison en route to New York's 17-14 victory over New England in Super Bowl XLII.

The Ringer unveils Top 100 Sports Moments of the Quarter Century

Mar 4, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani against the Cincinnati Reds during a spring training game at Camelback Ranch-Glendale.

Dodgers-Cubs tickets going for $2,000 on Opening Day in Tokyo: report

Mar 9, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) looks on during the second quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Kevin Love berates Skip Bayless for 'instigating f**kery' after Kevin Durant comments

Embattled Fox Sports personality returning to 'Speak': report

Steelers broadcaster, former lineman, dies at 66

Feb 16, 2025; Daytona Beach, Florida, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver William Byron (24) reacts after winning the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway.

NASCAR: Full Speed Season 2 on Netflix details emerge

Lady Gaga set to be the voice of March Madness

The reunion nobody asked for: Stephen A. Smith & Skip Bayless to reunite