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Georgia coach Kirby Smart takes the field with his team before the start of the SEC championship game against Texas in Atlanta, on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024.

College Football Playoff 2025: Previewing Notre Dame vs. Georgia quarterfinal matchup

Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese.

Why WNBA star Angel Reese deleted her Instagram account

Aug 5, 2024; Paris, France; Simone Biles of the United States competes on the floor exercise on day three of the gymnastics event finals during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games. Mandatory Credit: Jack Gruber-Imagn Images

Simone Biles not sure if it's 'worth it' to compete in the L.A. Olympics

Former Iowa women's basketball player Caitlin Clark reacts after a foul call on Iowa during the Drake vs. Iowa basketball game at Knapp Center on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, in Des Moines.

Caitlin Clark denies the NBA has gone soft since Michael Jordan's era

Nov 21, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) and forward LeBron James (23) talk on the court during a stoppage in play against the Orlando Magic at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

LeBron James' friend suggests Lakers trade Austin Reaves despite excellent form

The Latest

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day hosts the Leishman Trophy following the 41-21 win over the Oregon Ducks in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2025.

Can anyone beat Ohio State after dominant Rose Bowl win vs. Oregon in College Football Playoff?

Can anyone beat Ohio State after dominant Rose Bowl win vs. Oregon in College Football Playoff?

CFP Quarterfinal Sugar Bowl Notre Dame vs Georgia

Watch Notre Dame vs Georgia CFP Sugar Bowl: live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Catch all the action between Notre Dame and Georgia in the Sugar Bowl live on New Year's Day.

Feb 2, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) drives to the basket while defended by San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) during the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

NBA expert wants Zion Williamson to become Victor Wembanyama's teammate

NBA analyst Bill Simmons explain why Zion Williamson would flourish for the Miami Heat or the San Antonio Spurs.

Feb 1, 2024; Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Al-Nassr forward Cristiano Ronaldo (7) walks on the field before the game against Inter Miami CF at Kingdom Arena. Mandatory Credit: Victor Fraile-Imagn Images

Which clubs should target Cristiano Ronaldo if he leaves Saudi Arabia this summer?

Ronaldo's contract at Al Nassr expires in June, but the 39 year old doesn't seem ready to retire just yet. So what's next for the legend?

Dec 29, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) handles the ball against Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson (1) during the fourth quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

2x NBA champ trolls fan who wanted major punishment for Amen Thompson after brawl vs Tyler Herro

One fan gets brutally trolled by ex-NBA player amid Tyler Herro vs. Amen Thompson brawl.

Dec 25, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (left) jokes with forward Rui Hachimura (right) before the game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Fans think Laker Nation has found a new scapegoat after D'Angelo Russell

The Los Angeles Lakers fanbase gets called out for finding a new scapegoat after D'Angelo Russell has been traded.

Sports Media

Pat McAfee delivers Jim Harbaugh a gift that would make even Barney Stinson jealous

Cheez-It Citrus Bowl mascot officiates fan wedding (VIDEO)

May 12, 2016; Oxnard, CA, USA; HBO Sports executive vice president Peter Nelson (left), Hard Knocks coordinating producer Ken Rodgers (second from left), Hard Knocks director Matt Dissinger and Los Angeles Rams coach Jeff Fisher at press conference at the Residence Inn Oxnard River Ridge.

HBO, Cablevision founder Charles Dolan pioneered sports broadcasting before ESPN

Nov 4, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Broadcaster Scott Van Pelt prior to a game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Scott Van Pelt is an 'interested party' in Stephen A Smith's next ESPN contract

NFL

Flowers is the first wide receiver in Ravens history to be named a Pro Bowler

Zay Flowers has wholesome reaction to finding out he's a Pro Bowler

Barkley will not be given the opportunity to break Eric Dickerson's single-season rushing record

Saquon Barkley reacts to sitting out Eagles' regular season finale

Sep 19, 2021; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden looks at his play chart against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the fourth quarter at Heinz Field. Las Vegas won 26-17. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Does Jon Gruden deserve a second chance as an NFL head coach?

Will an NFL playoff contender take a chance on adding Ezekiel Elliott?

NBA

Jan 1, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) calls out in the second half against the Atlanta Hawks at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Russell Westbrook says he plays with the 'best player in the world'

Dec 19, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) against the Indiana Pacers at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Devin Booker on the Suns' 'frustration level' amid slump

Mar 28, 2023; Houston, TX, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James sits with his wife Savannah James (right), son Bryce Maximus James (left) and his mother Gloria Marie James (left) court side of the between the McDonald's All American East and the McDonald's All American West at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

LeBron James has a 4-word reaction to Bryce James' college commitment

Oct 28, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick with guard D'Angelo Russell (1) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

JJ Redick reveals one thing he 'loved' about ex-Lakers star D'Angelo Russell

MLB

October 3, 2010; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Braves relief pitcher Billy Wagner (13) fires off a pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies during top of the 8th inning at Turner Field. The Brave defeated the Phillies 8-7. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-Imagn Images

The Hall of Fame vote has Billy Wagner sweating bullets

Tom Hanks greets the press during a red carpet event before the screening for the new biopic movie 'Elvis' at Graceland in Memphis, Tenn. on Saturday, June 11, 2022.

Elvis Carpet 2

Tom Hanks writes 'perfect' letter of A's memories for upcoming book

The Diamondbacks found their ace

Arizona Diamonbacks make big free agency splash

Sep 10, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates designated hitter Andrew McCutchen (22) circles the bases on a three run home run against the Miami Marlins during the fifth inning at PNC Park.

Andrew McCutchen has harsh words for Cam Newton's tired baseball take

Roundup

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams rolls out of the pocket against the Seattle Seahawks.

Bears-Seahawks, Jimmy Butler and Christmas Day games in retrospect in today's 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