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A tribute to Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna Bryant, and all the other victims of the helicopter crash is displayed.

Gigi Bryant's handwritten note to Geno Auriemma, UConn basketball goes viral

Donald Trump met privately with Shohei Ohtani during Dodgers' White House visit

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

Red Sox outfielder reveals 2022 suicide attempt in Netflix documentary

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Jan 25, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) throws powder into the air before the game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

High school goes viral after debuting LeBron James prom theme

The scoreboard at LECOM Park displays a message about a pitch call being challenged. Major League Baseball is testing an Automated Ball-Stike (ABS) challenge system at select spring training parks. The system allows players to challenge a limited number of ball/stike calls during a game. Calls can be overturned if the pitch tracking technology shows an umpire got a call wrong.

Rob Manfred says MLB umpires prefer full 'robo-umps' to ABS challenge system: report

Dec 28, 2024; San Antonio, TX, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) runs with the ball during the second quarter against the Brigham Young Cougars at Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

NFL teams believe Travis Hunter prefers to play wide receiver

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James walks down the court after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second quarter at Paycom Center.

'First Take' latest nonsensical debate is blatant shot at LeBron James

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Detroit Lions' Aidan Hutchinson runs out of the tunnel during the Detroit Lions season opener against the Los Angeles Rams.

Detroit Lions star shows off incredible recovery after suffering major injury

Los Angeles Rams president Kevin Demoff speaks during the unveiling of the new test soccer pitch in anticipation of Nations League play and 2026 World Cup at SoFi Stadium.

Los Angeles Rams announce plans for new $10 billion headquarters

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford and wide receiver Cooper Kupp watch from the sidelines against the Minnesota Vikings during the second half in an NFC wild card game at State Farm Stadium.

Rams players share emotional goodbye with Cooper Kupp after final training session

Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton (RB09) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Top NFL RB prospect will 'skyrocket' up draft boards, expected to go 'very early'

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Mar 31, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; LA Clippers guard James Harden (1) drives against Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (0) during the second half at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

James Harden takes a subtle shot at Paul George and Russell Westbrook

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

Luka Doncic gives Real Madrid reason for statement Lakers win

Mar 17, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James during the game against the San Antonio Spurs at the Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

NBA fans react to Bronny James matching Steph Curry on Sunday

Apr 6, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) reacts after making a three point basket next to Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) in the fourth quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

Jimmy Butler angered by how Stephen Curry gets 'hacked' by opponents

Friday Roundup: Final Four, transfer portal madness, Tiger's cruel joke, and more

A general view before the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at State Farm Stadium.

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The Dodgers celebrate after beating the Yankees in the 2024 World Series at Yankee Stadium.

Los Angeles Dodgers celebrate 2024 World Series win with White House visit

Apr 4, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) is introduced before the New York Mets home opener at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. gets third richest contract in MLB history from Blue Jays

The statue of former Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Roberto Clemente outside of PNC Park. Major League Baseball celebrates Roberto Clemente Day on this day each year in memory of Clemente who died when the plane he was in carrying supplies to aid humanitarian efforts to those who suffered in a Nicaraguan earthquake crashed on New Years Eve 1973.

Pittsburgh Pirates issue statement over removal of Roberto Clemente logo

Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Bryson Stott hits a double during the second inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park.

Phillies infielder Bryson Stott helps couple with gender reveal during at-bat

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Dec 14, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Shaquille O'Neal arrives on the red carpet before the Emirates NBA Cup semifinal game at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images

Shaquille O’Neal makes a wild Victor Wembanyama claim

Kevin Owens enters the arena during the WWE Undisputed Championship match during the WWE Royal Rumble at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Kevin Owens shares heartbreaking health update on 'SmackDown'

Aug 7, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Former Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Larry Andersen acknowledges the crowd during Alumni Day ceremony before game against the Washington Nationals at Citizens Bank Park.

Former Phillies pitcher, longtime broadcaster recovering from surgery

'First Things First' host trolls transfer portal by creating new hilarious portal

Oct 25, 2012; Minneapolis, MN, USA; ESPN anchor Kenny Mayne prior to the game between the Minnesota Vikings and Tampa Bay Buccaneers at the Metrodome. The Buccaneers defeated the Vikings 36-17.

Kenny Mayne ranks ESPN's Top 5 SportsCenter anchors

Veteran NBA play-by-play man to retire, ending streak of 2,280 consecutive broadcasts

Feb 20, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) and center Nikola Jokic (15) during the first quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Nikola Jokić Delivers a Historic Performance—But Russell Westbrook’s Blunder Steals the Headline

Jan 30, 2013; New York, NY, USA; King of all media Howard Stern applauds before the start of an NBA game between the New York Knicks and the Orlando Magic at Madison Square Garden.

Howard Stern, Yankees broadcaster go back and forth about two-word catchphrase

Apr 2, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres center fielder Jackson Merrill (3) warms-up before a game against the Cleveland Guardians at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

Padres Strike Gold: Jackson Merrill Signs Long-Term Extension in Franchise-Altering Deal

Mar 29, 2025; Newark, NJ, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2) cuts down the net after the Duke Blue Devils beat the Alabama Crimson Tide in the East Regional final of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

This Year’s Final Four is All Heavyweights

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

Bill Belichick's girlfriend Jordon Hudson gifted luxury bag on 24th birthday

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

Bill Belichick's gf Jordon Hudson gets custom UNC basketball jersey for 24th birthday