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Professional player Jillian Braverman celebrates a point with Susannah Barr while playing in womens doubles during the Pro Pickleball Association Masters tournament at the La Quinta Resort and Club, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, in La Quinta, Calif.

Social media controversy encircles Tom Brady/LeBron James-backed pickleball league

Dec 25, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (left) and Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (right) talk before the game at Chase Center.

LeBron James, Steph Curry have an obvious opportunity to form their own cast

Kylie Kelce dunks on haters after dethroning Joe Rogan as top podcast

Dec 28, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward (1) drops back to pass against the Iowa State Cyclones in the first quarter during the Pop Tarts bowl at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

NFL Mock Draft Consensus 3.0: Quarterback questions abound

Jan 2, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman (R) reacts on the sidelines in the final minute against the Georgia Bulldogs during the fourth quarter at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Notre Dame's win over Georgia proves they've finally reached true title contender status

The Latest

Jan 4, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) runs the ball as Cleveland Browns defensive end Ogbo Okoronkwo (54) defends during the second quarter at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images

Baltimore Ravens' Super Bowl aspirations could tumble without Zay Flowers

Flowers exited in the first half of Saturday's game against the Browns with a reported knee injury.

Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) next to assistant quarterbacks coach J.T Barrett and teammates take the field for warm up before the game between San Francisco 49ers and Detroit Lions at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif. on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024.

Lions star Amon-Ra St. Brown thinks this NFL playoff rule is "crazy"

Detroit can drop from the NFC's first seed all the way to no. 5 if they lose their regular-season finale against the Minnesota Vikings.

Aug 22, 2024; Castle Rock, Colorado, USA; Viktor Hovland and his caddie prepare for the second shot on the first hole during the first round of the BMW Championship golf tournament at Castle Pines Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

Viktor Hovland's odd pump-fake drive somehow leads to an eagle

The Norwegian brought back his unconventional driver swing at The Sentry and managed to set himself up brilliantly for eagle.

Oklahoma vs Alabama: live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Catch all the action between Oklahoma and Alabama in this ranked college basketball matchup live on Saturday.

Cleveland Browns vs Baltimore Ravens: live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Catch all the NFL action between the Browns and the Ravens in Week 18 live on Saturday.

Baylor vs Iowa State: live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Catch all the action between Baylor and Iowa State in this ranked college basketball matchup live on Saturday.

Sports Media

Microphones have continued to evolve over the past 100 years. WLW will turn 100 years old on March 23, 2022. It s the oldest radio station in the country. The station is part of iHeart Media, with studios in Sycamore Township. Thursday, March 3, 2022

WLW Studios Are State Of The Art

Ex-colleague airs scathing takedown of disgraced sports talk-radio host

Surprise team has been most bet team to win Super Bowl in last 24 hours

Deion Sanders' Air Diamond Turf Retro sneakers set to release

Philadelphia Eagles set to wear fan favorite uniform combination for Week 18

NFL

Oct 20, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) and Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson (right) greet each other after their game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Could Aaron Rodgers be a reasonable transition quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers?

Dec 22, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers (89) carries the ball against Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jarrian Jones (22) in the second half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Brock Bowers isn't satisfied with his historic rookie season: "I still feel like I suck sometimes"

Dec 29, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen prior to a game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Shane Steichen's time with Colts feels like it's running out, even if it's not his fault

Seattle rookie defensive tackle Byron Murphy II.

Seahawks rookie Byron Murphy II pranked with fake bill

NBA

Miami Heat send strong message; suspend Jimmy Butler

Watch New York Knicks vs Oklahoma City Thunder: live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Jan 2, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) looks on from the bench during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Jimmy Butler's reported trade request proves Heat need to deal wantaway star

Jan 2, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts after forward Rui Hachimura (28) was called for goaltending in the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

LeBron James warns Bryce to be wary of two 'terrible friends' in Arizona

MLB

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

Dec 15, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; FanDuel Sports Network play-by-play announcer Paul Pranica (left) interviews Memphis Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins at Crypto.com Arena.

Diamond Sports Group reveals new name in major rebranding announcement

Sep 22, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman (2) walks on the field before the game against the Los Angeles Angels at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Alex Bregman sweepstakes include two 'surprise' teams and two front-runners

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

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James dunks against the Golden State Warriors.

LeBron James, Lamar Jackson and Week 17 in the NFL in today's Roundup