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Feb 25, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts against the Dallas Mavericks during the first quarter at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Luka Doncic yelled and stared down Mavericks in Lakers win full of 'emotions'

Klay Thompson gives 2022 Warriors championship ring to unsung hero

The Philadelphia Eagles' elite defense might be getting even better

NFL Mock Draft Consensus 11.0: Pre-combine first-round projections

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Are the Detroit Pistons building something to fear?

Lakers touching tribute to former star Anthony Davis

Apr 12, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; UFC fighter Justin Gaethje during ceremonial weigh ins for UFC 300 at MGM Grand Garden Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

UFC 313: Three UFC stars offer to take short-notice clash with Justin Gaethje

Dec 16, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Paddy Pimblett during UFC 296 at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

UFC star Paddy Pimblett says Ilia Topuria's move to lightweight is a 'big mistake'

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Jan 11, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh looks on after defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers in an AFC wild card game at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Ravens' comments on Justin Tucker allegations highlight their hypocrisy

Jun 12, 2024; Foxborough, MA, USA; Retired NFL tight end Rob Gronkowski poses for photos with his girlfriend Camille Kostek during the New England Patriots Hall of Fame induction Ceremony for Tom Brady Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Rob Gronkowski reportedly wants to make an NFL return with this AFC team

Dec 22, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) prepares for a game against the New York Giants at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Falcons' lack of awareness of Kirk Cousins injury a troubling sign for team, quarterback

Dec 16, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Amari Burney (56) looks to sack Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) during the third quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

The Atlanta Falcons officially made one of the worst moves in NFL history

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Feb 20, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) wipes his face during a break in the third quarter against the Boston Celtics at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

NBA fans pray for Joel Embiid after 76ers star reportedly getting a dangerous knee surgery

Feb 20, 2025; Portland, Oregon, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) walks to the locker room before a game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Despite having Luka Doncic, one player is why the Lakers are not a threat, says NBA exec

Apr 5, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard (39) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Dwight Howard believed in a crazy conspiracy theory during the Orlando Bubble

Feb 22, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) celebrates after a basket during the first half against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

Luka Doncic cancels out LA Lakers' biggest problem vs. Nuggets, 'Anthony Davis couldn't match that'

Mid-Feb Roundup: Aaron Rodgers says bye to NY, Shaq's new deal and C.J. Gardner Johnson vs. Swifties

Ex-New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers at MetLife Stadium.

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How to Watch Yankees vs Red Sox Spring Training: Live Stream MLB Baseball, TV Channel

How to Watch Orioles vs Phillies Spring Training: Live Stream MLB Baseball, TV Channel

Elly De La Cruz is already in midseason form showing off the power in spring debut

Feb 19, 2025; Port St. Lucie, FL, USA; New York Mets right fielder Juan Soto (22) signs autographs to fans during a spring training workout at Clover Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Juan Soto goes yard in his first New York Mets at-bat (WATCH)

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Feb 16, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Left to right: Monica McNutt, Richard Jefferson, Ryan Ruocco, and Cassidy Hubbarth on the red carpet before the All Star Celebrity Game at Lucas Oil Stadium.

ESPN has settled on its lead NBA analyst for Finals: report

Legendary MSG Network, national sports commentator dies at 68

Stephen A. Smith roasts Philadelphia 76ers in latest rant

JJ Watt may soon be dusting off the pads if he loses bet

Kay Adams goes all in with cowgirl fashion during recent trip to Texas

Jun 18, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; View of a Father's Day baseball on the set of the Baseball Tonight show by ESPN prior to the game between the Houston Astros and the Boston Red Sox at Minute Maid Park.

Ex-ESPN scribe reflects on network's breakup with MLB: 'It's a business'

Feb 20, 2025; Boston, MA, USA; [Imagn Images direct customers only] Team USA forward Chris Kreider (20) holds back Team Canada defenseman Cale Makar (8) during the third period during the 4 Nations Face-Off ice hockey championship game at TD Garden.

4 Nations Face-Off final draws largest Nielsen audience ever for NHL-sanctioned game

Feb 12, 2018; Glendale, AZ, USA; Hall of Fame NBA player Charles Barkley , Arizona Coyotes defenseman Niklas Hjalmarsson (4) and Chicago Blackhawks center Jonathan Toews (19) poses during a ceremonial puck drop prior to the game at Gila River Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images

Charles Barkley chimes in on Four Nations Face-Off: Canada was politically motivated to win

Rob Manfred, Commissioner of the MLB, speaks to the media during Cactus League media day at the Arizona Biltmore on Feb. 18, 2025, in Phoenix.

ESPN, MLB announce stunning breakup ahead of March opt-out deadline

Apr 8, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Former players Norm Nixon, Kurt Rambis, athletic trainer Gary Vitti, Byron Scott, Bill Walton, Michael Cooper, Jamal Wilkes, AC Green, and James Worthy along with siinger Paula Abdul, Laker girl Aurora Elaine and Herbie Hancock were on hand to celebrate Los Angeles Lakers Hall of Famers Kareem Abdul-Jabbar 75th birthday during halftime during the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Oklahoma City Thunder at Crypto.com Arena.

Basketball legend, beloved broadcaster to auction massive personal collection

Second high-ranking ESPN editor placed on administrative leave: report

May 2, 2019; Columbus, OH, USA; A view of the arena during the national anthem prior to the game of the Boston Bruins against the Columbus Blue Jackets during game four of the second round of the 2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Nationwide Arena.

Donald Trump called the U.S. team ahead of Four Nations Face-Off final