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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

Paige Bueckers, Geno Auriemma share amazing moment after UConn national championship

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

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

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How to Buy UConn Huskies Women's National Championship Merchandise: NCAA Tournament Shirts, Hats, Hoodies

Apr 5, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) reacts against the Philadelphia 76ers in the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Anthony Edwards achieves historic NBA feat only Stephen Curry has managed more than once

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

Apr 6, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; Connecticut Huskies guard Kaitlyn Chen (20) and guard Paige Bueckers (5) celebrates after winning the national championship of the women's 2025 NCAA tournament against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Kevin Durant shows love to UConn stars Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd during championship win

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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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Apr 4, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) handles the ball against the Houston Rockets during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s free-throw streak broken in blowout Lakers loss

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

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 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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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

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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