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Potawatomi Sportsbook patrons watch the University of Wisconsin men play UCLA on Friday, March 14, 2025. The venue is open for the first time during March Madness and is expecting to be busy over the next few weeks in Milwaukee. Angela Peterson/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

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North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Hubert Davis looks on during the First Four Practice at UD Arena.

One team from each region that everyone is rooting against during March Madness

Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) takes the field before an NFL football game at Huntington Bank Field, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio.

Cleveland Browns share plans for massive new stadium project

Auburn center Dylan Cardwell (44) takes in the crowd's applause after they came back within two points of tying Tennessee during the second half of their quarterfinal game of the SEC Men's Basketball Tournament at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 15, 2025.

March Madness 2025: Picking every game in South Region 1st round

Mar 14, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) reacts alongside Bradley Beal (3) against the Sacramento Kings at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Phoenix Suns' Disastrous Season Raises Major Questions About Future

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Dec 22, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) celebrates a touchdown with wide receiver Tee Higgins (5) during the first quarter against the Cleveland Browns at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

Cincinnati Bengals make bold move, extend star wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins

FeJets quarterback Aaron Rodgers talks with the press on the first tee box during the Phoenix Open Annexus Pro-Am at TPC Scottsdale.

Steelers star is already calling out potential teammate Aaron Rodgers

Boise State Broncos running back Ashton Jeanty (2) runs past Penn State Nittany Lions linebacker Kobe King (41) during their Vrbo Fiesta Bowl matchup at State Farm Stadium on Dec. 31, 2024.

If Ben Johnson wants the Bears to thrive he should draft the best running back in April

Dec 28, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward (1) warms up prior to the game against the Iowa State Cyclones at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images

Cam Ward being drafted No. 1 overall gains 'mounting consensus'

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Feb 10, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison walks off the court before the game between the Dallas and the Sacramento Kings at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Dallas Mavericks face unprecedented crisis amid injury woes

Tracy Morgan watches during the first quarter between the New York Knicks and the Toronto Raptors at Madison Square Garden.

Tracy Morgan reveals reason, jokes from hospital about Knicks-Heat vomiting episode

Mar 10, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) watches from the bench during the fourth quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

NBA fans question LeBron James' lowkey celebration after Bronny James scores

Mar 16, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) reacts against the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Bill Simmons says Kevin Durant couldn't do what Jimmy Butler has done for the Warriors

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Spectators gather along New Falls Road in Bristol Township to watch the colorful floats, Irish dancers, marching bands and other performers during the annual Bucks County St. Patrick’s Day Parade March 15.

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A pickle elote at the Stockton Ports’ Pickle Fest at the Stockton Ballpark in downtown Stockton. The event featured pickle-themed foods and drink such as pickle pizza, deep-fried pickles, pickle lemonade, pickle margaritas and more.

5 best MLB ballpark foods for the 2025 season

Mar 7, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Detailed view of a TNT Sports courtside broadcast camera before the game between the Boston Celtics against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena.

TNT Sports CEO breaks silence on adding ESPN's expiring MLB properties

Steve Annear the Director and CEO of the Kirk Gibson Foundation, left, speaks to Kirk Gibson in the Center for Parkinson’s Wellness on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024 at their location in Farmington Hills. The center will be the first of its kind in Michigan and will provide free services for those living with Parkinson’s and their caregivers.

Former MVP, World Series champion controversially exits broadcast booth

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes throws a pitch during the third inning against the New York Yankees at LECOM Park.

Pittsburgh Pirates announce the most obvious move for MLB Opening Day

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Tracy Morgan sits courtside during a New York Knicks game at Madison Square Garden.

Tracy Morgan taken from Knicks-Heat game in wheelchair after throwing up on court

Apr 27, 1999; Sioux Falls, SD, USA; Randy Livingston of the Skyforce finds his path to the basket blocked by Kevin Ollie (12) and Adrian Griffin of Connecticut during Tuesday's game at the Arena.

Ex-NBA veteran breaks silence on gambling addiction on new FanDuel show

Jul 26, 2023; Oxnard, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons (11) and Dallas Cowboys defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence (90) walk on the field during training camp drill at River Ridge Playing Fields in Oxnard, CA. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Micah Parsons and Demarcus Lawrence engage in heated social media exchange over Cowboys future

CBS announcer Greg Gumbel prior to the national championship game in the Final Four of the 2021 NCAA Tournament between the Gonzaga Bulldogs and the Baylor Bears at Lucas Oil Stadium.

CBS creates touching tribute for Greg Gumbel before Selection Sunday coverage

ESPN analyst Dick Vitale before the game between the Tennessee Volunteers and the Alabama Crimson Tide at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center. Images

Dick Vitale may not ask for it, but it's time for the legend to be a part of March Madness

The teams perform a kick line during the Savannah Bananas first home game of the season on Friday, Feb. 21, 2025 at Historic Grayson Stadium.

Savannah Bananas haters look away; team takes show to massive NFL stadium crowd

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

Bill Belichick's beach rendezvous with Jordon Hudson has social media in a frenzy

Sep 20, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; New York Yankees third baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. (13) fields a grounder during the third inning against the Oakland Athletics at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Bob Kupbens-Imagn Images

MLB’s New Era Hats spark viral controversy

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) waves to her former teammates Wednesday, March 5, 2025, in a round one game at the 2025 TIAA Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Wisconsin Badgers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

Basketball Hall of Famer calls Caitlin Clark's critics 'big dummies'

EPSN's coverage of NFL free agency draws massive numbers

May 23, 2023; Miami, Florida, USA; Shaquille O'Neal looks on before game four between the Miami Heat and the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals for the 2023 NBA playoffs at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Detroit Pistons respond to Shaquille O'Neal's blunder with a three-word slam

Jan 18, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; The Olympic rings at Centennial Park.

NBC pays hefty $3 billion price tag to retain Olympics rights