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UConn Huskies guard Paige Bueckers during press conference at Amalie Arena.

Paige Bueckers' brother Drew sends adorable message ahead of national championship

Shaq bashes LeBron James and 'soft' NBA players for league going downhill

March Madness 2025: Previewing Final Four matchups

UConn star Jana El Alfy's parents' heartwarming interview on Final Four experience

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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

Broadcaster Jim Nantz introduces players during the “Night of Champions” at the Murat Theatre at the Old National Centre. The event featured a panel discussion of players and coaches from the Indianapolis Colts team that won Super Bowl XLI.

Jim Nantz emotional watching Houston Cougars' epic Final Four win

Chuckís Global Stars general manager Charles Barkley during introductions before the 2025 NBA All Star Game at Chase Center.

Charles Barkley went through whirlwind of emotions during Auburn's Final Four loss

Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp reacts after defeating the Duke Blue Devils in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at Alamodome.

Houston basketball's insane conditioning explains Duke Final Four upset

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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'

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley lifts the Lombardi Trophy during the Super Bowl LIX championship parade and rally.

Eagles fan shows support for Saquon Barkley with insanely detailed tattoo

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones stiff arms Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson on his way to a 40-yard touchdown reception in the third quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Julio Jones' retirement has fans reminiscing top moments of Hall of Fame career

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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

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

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant reacts after a basket during the second quarter against the Golden State Warriors at FedExForum.

Ja Morant receives hefty fine from NBA over finger gun gestures

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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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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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

Apr 2, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres center fielder Jackson Merrill (3) leaves the field during the third inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Petco Park.

Rival agent on Jackson Merrill's contract extension: 'That stinks'

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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'

'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

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

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

Jul 25, 2024; Paris, FRANCE; New Zealand rowers practice in preparation for the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games.

Paris Olympian retires from competition, will continue OnlyFans posts

Before the World Classic Professional Big Time Wrestling show Mick Foley answered fan questions while in the ring.

Mick Foley shares update after terrifying car accident

Atlanta Braves players, from left, outfielders Jurickson Profar, and infielders Ozzie Albie and Orlando Arcia, arrive for a spring training workout Thursday, Feb. 27th at CoolToday Park in North Port.

Former Braves pitcher, analyst: Jurickson Profar suspension added to 0-7 team's ‘bulls---‘

Mar 31, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots the ball during the first quarter against the Houston Rockets at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Lakers Grind Out Gritty Win Over Rockets at Home

Atlanta Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar warms up at a spring training workout Thursday, Feb. 27th at CoolToday Park in North Port.

Jurickson Profar Suspended 80 Games for PED use in Stunning Fall from Grace