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Chaz Lanier and Rick Barnes have Tennessee undefeated and No. 1 in the country

The SEC has taken over college basketball

Jun 6, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Shaquille O'Neal looks on before the game between the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks in game one of the 2024 NBA Finals at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Ex-Lakers champ questions why Shaquille O'Neal continues to beef with him

Oct 23, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Stephen A. Smith (Stephen Smith) on the ESPN NBA Countdown live set at Intuit Dome.

Stephen A. Smith breaks silence on Skip Bayless/FS1 lawsuit

Belichick doesn't seem to be giving the Patriots much thought anymore

Bill Belichick gives vintage response to question about Jerod Mayo's firing

Vrabel is getting interest from multiple teams in the league

Mike Vrabel coaching sweepstakes are heating up

The Latest

How to Buy Kristin Juszczyk's Off Season Philadelphia Eagles gear

Designer Kristin Juszczyk has officailly released new "Off Season" NFL merchandise.

Kay Adams gushes over her first live WWE experience

Professional wrestling has captivated the masses for decades. Now, the sports entertainment world appears to have a new fan in Kay Adams.

How to Buy Kristin Juszczyk's Off Season Kansas City Chiefs gear

Designer Kristin Juszczyk has officailly released new "Off Season" NFL merchandise.

Coby White has dunk of the year after jamming over San Antonio Spurs star

Coby White probably wasn't expecting to break the internet during the Chicago Bulls game with the San Antonio Spurs. But boy, did he!

49ers rookie WR Ricky Pearsall opens up on shooting that delayed his career

Ricky Pearsall's rookie season didn't start the way he hoped. However, the San Francisco 49ers wide receiver is ready to move on from the disastrous event that could have cost him his life.

How to Buy Kristin Juszczyk's Off Season San Francisco 49ers gear

Designer Kristin Juszczyk has officailly released her new "Off Season" NFL merchandise.

Sports Media

Former Eagles center Jason Kelce prior to a game between the Saints and the Chiefs on Oct. 7, 2024.

Jason Kelce's first ESPN late-night show hardly a hit

WWE Champion, Cody Rhodes, speaks to the Bloodline.

Netflix expecting massive night with the debut of WWE 'Raw'

Why the Fubo/Hulu combination announcement is a big deal in sports media

Dec 8, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) smiles at the bench against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

NBA insider reveals the only case where Jimmy Butler could 'rejoin' Miami Heat

NFL

New York Jets fans should grovel at the feet of Rex Ryan in hopes of his return

Dec 28, 2024; San Antonio, TX, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) attempts a pass during the first quarter against the Brigham Young Cougars at Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

NFL Mock Draft Consensus 4.0: First-round picks of the 18 non-playoff teams

Jan 5, 2025; Beverly Hills, CA, USA; Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard at the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025. Mandatory Credit: Dan MacMedan-USA TODAY

Dax Shepard maintains his Lions loyalty while at Golden Globes

Jacksonville Jaguars Manager Trent Baalke walks off the field during the third day of an NFL football training camp practice Friday, July 26, 2024 at EverBank Stadium’s Miller Electric Center in Jacksonville, Fla.

Jaguars firing Doug Pederson, keeping Trent Baalke won't solve their problems

NBA

Jan 3, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts after a play in the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Victor Wembanyama surprisingly says the Spurs 'don't deserve more wins'

Apr 13, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Kobe Bryant (24) reacts against the Utah Jazz in the first quarter at Staples Center. Bryant concludes his 20-year NBA career tonight. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

What 6-time WWE champion did to 'honor' Kobe Bryant on Monday Night RAW

Apr 12, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) and guard Devin Booker (1) walk off the court during a time out in the second quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

Devin Booker's honest reaction to Phoenix Suns benching Bradley Beal

Jan 5, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts to the national anthem before playing against the Houston Rockets Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

LeBron James is aware of viral injured players' gimmick before playing Lakers

MLB

Oct 8, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres first baseman Luis Arraez (4) reacts after an out in the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game three of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: David Frerker-Imagn Images

Yankees' second baseman search turns to potential trade with Padres, Dodgers

Jul 7, 2022; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres former radio announcer and team ambassador Ted Leitner (left) shakes hands with Padres chairman Peter Seidler after being inducted into the Padres hall of fame before the game against the San Francisco Giants at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-Imagn Images

Widow of MLB owner sues brothers for control of team

Aug 2, 2021; Yokohama, Japan; Team South Korea infielder Hyeseong Kim (3) celebrates with the dugout after scoring a run against Israel during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Summer Games at Yokohama Baseball Stadium.

The Dodgers' latest signing is a reminder that MLB free agency isn't always about money

Feb 15, 2024; Peoria, AZ, USA; Former Seattle Mariners player Ichiro Suzuki reacts during a Spring Training workout at Peoria Sports Complex.

The Baseball Hall of Fame projects to induct three players on BBWAA ballots

Roundup

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs celebrates a touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings.

NFL playoffs, Tyreek Hill and Black Monday in today's Roundup

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler warms up before a game.

Jimmy Butler, CFP storylines and Week 18 in the NFL in today's Roundup

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Will Howard with the Leishman Trophy after the 2025 Rose Bowl.

Will Howard, Ryan Day and Angel Reese on Instagram in today's 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