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Apr 20, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) controls the ball as Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks (9) defends during the second quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Is Dillon Brooks really targeting Steph Curry's injured thumb?

Pirates fan hospitalized after 20-foot fall from Clemente Wall at PNC Park

CBS News claps back at Bill Belichick statement on interview

Shedeur Sanders tops NFL rookie jersey sales following 2025 NFL Draft

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Nov 5, 2013; Dallas, TX, USA; Los Angeles Lakers point guard Steve Nash (10) drives to the basket past Dallas Mavericks power forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) during the game at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeated the Lakers 123-104.

Dirk Nowitzki has hilarious response to Steve Nash joining Amazon Prime Video

May 3, 2022; Los Angeles, CA, USA; LA Dodger pitcher Clayton Kershaw (right) is interviewed by Alanna Rizzo during the MLB All-Start Game launch event at Dodger Stadium. The launch event was to celebrate the first All-Star Game at Dodger Stadium in more than 40 years. Dodger Stadium was slated to host the MLB All-Star Game two years ago but it was cancelled because of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Former MLB Network personality joins Red Sox regional sports network

NFL Hall of Famer and former SSU football player Shannon Sharpe signing bottles of his Le Portier Shay VSOP Luxury Cognac.

Shannon Sharpe roasts Chad Ochocinco's new '$10 Target watch'

UNC football coach Bill Belichick during half time at Dean E. Smith Center.

Bill Belichick statement defends 24-year-old gf Jordon Hudson, rips media narrative

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Denver Broncos president of football operations John Elway before the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High.

John Elway's longtime agent, Jeff Sperbeck, dies after injuries from golf cart accident

Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson on the red carpet before Super Bowl LIX NFL Honors at Saenger Theatre.

Ex-Patriot: UNC should consider firing Bill Belichick over Jordon Hudson concerns

Sep 1, 2018; Orlando, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back Josh Jacobs (8) celebrates with tight end Hale Hentges (84) and wide receiver Henry Ruggs III (11) after scoring a touchdown against the Louisville Cardinals during the third quarter at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-Imagn Images

Josh Jacobs gets emotional discussing former Alabama teammate Henry Ruggs

Falcons, DC Jeff Ulbrich get NFL punishment for Shedeur Sanders prank call

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Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo shoots the ball while Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam defends during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Giannis Antetokounmpo has earned chance to seek greener pastures in offseason

Apr 19, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) dribbles the ball while Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Stephen A. Smith: Tyrese Haliburton's 'embarrassing' dad should get NBA punishment

Jul 31, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA; Tri State guard Nate Robinson (2) dances during music artist NLE Choppa performance during week four of the Big3 3-on-3 basketball league at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Aric Becker-Imagn Images

Former NBA star Nate Robinson meets 'guardian angel' that saved his life

NBA TV analyst Charles Barkley talks on set before Game 3 of the 2024 NBA Finals.

Charles Barkley rips Tyrese Haliburton's 'idiot' dad for Giannis Antetokounmpo clash

Weekend Roundup: Shedeur finds a home, Lakers on ropes, trouble in paradise, and more

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders warms up before the game against the Brigham Young Cougars at Alamodome.

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Apr 14, 2013; St. Louis, MO, USA; St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina (4) talks with his brother Cardinals assistant hitting coach Bengie Molina (18) before the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Busch Stadium. The Brewers defeated the Cardinals 4-3.

Who tells your story? Lin-Manuel Miranda teases plans for baseball movie

Jul 13, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of a New York Mets hat and glove in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves in the eighth inning at Truist Park.

Mets mourn franchise icon whose fame grew from his name

Colorado Rockies shortstop Alan Trejo fields the ball in the eighth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Coors Field.

Colorado Rockies taking losing to next level with horrific start to 2025 season

Oct 18, 2021; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez (57) watches Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez (44) on first base during the fourth inning of game three of the 2021 ALCS at Fenway Park.

Watch: MLB pitcher warms up to face Mets with fan in New York's Central Park

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Sports personality Stephen A. Smith arrives before the CFP National Championship college football game between the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the Ohio State Buckeyes at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Stephen A. Smith's viral General Hospital cameo gets roasted by First Take co-hosts

Shannon Sharpe with his Glennville High School football coach William Hall Monday at Savannah State.

Shannon Sharpe gets roasted by comedian Bill Bellamy on 'The Breakfast Club'

UNC football coach Bill Belichick and girlfriend Jordon Hudson enter a game between Notre Dame and Navy.

Bill Belichick's girlfriend Jordon Hudson crucial in killing UNC 'Hard Knocks' show

Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders watches as his players go through drills at the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility.

Deion Sanders lists massive Texas mansion that would be a sports fan's dream

Anne Hathaway attends the premiere of \"WeCrashed\" during the SXSW Film Festival at the Paramount Theatre.

Anne Hathaway ready for big New York sports day with her latest Instagram post

Apr 27, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; The Minnesota Timberwolves dancers perform before game four of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Los Angeles Lakers at Target Center.

NBA Playoffs ratings on record-setting pace for ESPN/ABC

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Samson Nacua during the warmups before the game against the Tennessee Titans.

UFL's Samson Nacua receives punishment for slapping fan in viral video

Feb 6, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Deion Sanders (right) with his son Shedeur Sanders on the red carpet before Super Bowl LIX NFL Honors at Saenger Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Shedeur Sanders' draft slide: a cautionary tale and a new opportunity

Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson on the red carpet before Super Bowl LIX NFL Honors at Saenger Theatre.

Jordon Hudson influence over Bill Belichick 'concerning' UNC

Embattled executive fired by Fox Sports releases statement

New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge hits a solo home run during the sixth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Yankee Stadium.

Top 10 most hated teams in sports

Jun 20, 2021; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Country musician Brad Paisley on the NBC Sports set with former NASCAR Cup Series driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. before the Ally 400 at Nashville Superspeedway.

NBC Sports' newest on-air talent breaks silence on never-aired game show he produced