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St. John's head coach Rick Pitino gestures towards campus minister for athletics Richard Rock to down the net after defeating the Creighton Bluejays to win the Big East Tournament at Madison Square Garden.

Is there a new giant in college basketball with the resurrection of St. John's?

Cooper Kupp isn't enough to fix the Seattle Seahawks on offense

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

Shaka Smart's latest recruiting pitch will undoubtedly backfire

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Jan 13, 2025; Glendale, AZ, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) reacts as he walks off the field after losing to the Los Angeles Rams during an NFC wild card game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Despite a huge season with the Vikings, Sam Darnold has to prove himself again

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

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

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

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Feb 27, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Penn St tight end Tyler Warren (TE21) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tanner Pearson-Imagn Images

Chicago Bears mock draft: Free agency fallout

Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders (QB13) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Las Vegas Raiders mock draft: Geno Smith trade impact

Feb 27, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas A&M defensive lineman Shemar Stewart (DL68) participates in drills during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Dallas Cowboys mock draft: Change in priorities after free agency?

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. (1) holds up his new jersey as he takes photos with mother, Sondra Thomas, left, and father Brian Thomas Sr. during a press conference Friday, April 26, 2024 at EverBank Stadium’s Miller Electric Center in Jacksonville, Fla. Jacksonville Jaguars selected LSU’s wide receiver Thomas Jr. as the 23rd overall pick in last night’s NFL Draft.

Which teams have the most picks in the 2025 NFL Draft?

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Apr 29, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets fans cheer in the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

NBA fans react to massive brawl between LA Lakers and Denver Nuggets fans

Dec 15, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick (right) talks with guard Austin Reaves (15) in the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Austin Reaves agrees with JJ Redick's mantra after LA Lakers' terrible 0-4 road trip

Disturbed played the Loudmouth Stage for the crowd Saturday.Sept. 25, 2021

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Chicago Bulls championship banners damaged as Disturbed gets down with the sickness

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry shoots over Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine during the third quarter at Chase Center.

Time to start appreciating Steph Curry while he's still playing

Friday Roundup: Curry 4K, somber Rodgers, Shaq’s new enemy, buzzer-beaters, and more

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry celebrates his 4,000th career 3-point basket during the third quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Chase Center.

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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

Jul 1, 2021; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Trevor Bauer (R) talks with Dodgers manager Dave Roberts (L) in the dugout against the Washington Nationals in the third inning at Nationals Park.

Why hasn't Trevor Bauer returned to MLB? Twins catcher offers one theory

Sep 22, 2024; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Jonathan Aranda (62) celebrates with his teammates after hitting a two run home run in the sixth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-Imagn Images

Rays' failure to reach ballpark deal makes relocation feel likelier than ever

Kansas hits five consecutive home runs to tie NCAA record (VIDEO)

Sports Media

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

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

The late author John Feinstein is interviewed.

Legendary sports writer, author, commentator dies at 69

Mar 8, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2) scores in the second half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Cooper Flagg’s mom steals the spotlight in Duke’s victory

Cleveland Cavaliers guard/forward Wally Szczerbiak (10) runs up the court during the fourth quarter of game two of the 2009 eastern conference semifinals against the Atlanta Hawks at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland on May 7, 2009.

CBS men's basketball analyst: 68 teams is 'plenty' without March Madness expansion

Mar 6, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Comedian and writer Larry David and sports media personality Stephen A. Smith attend the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and New York Knicks at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Stephen A. Smith and LeBron James clash over Bronny

Mar 8, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) looks into the crowd during a timeout in the fourth quarter of a game against the Boston Celtics at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Former Boston Celtics star sides with Stephen A. Smith amid beef with LeBron James

Only five players have won back back-to-back NFL MVP awards. Former Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers was the last to do it in 2020-2021.

Adam Schefter is sick and tired of the Aaron Rodgers waiting game

The No. 9 Tennessee Volunteers will travel to Columbus, Ohio, to play the No. 8 Ohio State Buckeyes in the first round of the College Football Playoff. Here's who EA Sports College Football 25 predicts will win based on 100 simulations of the matchup.

Potential EA Sports College Football 26 cover photo leaves a lot to be desired

Chicago Cubs left fielder Matt Szczur celebrates with his teammates after hitting in the game winning run against the Philadelphia Phillies at Wrigley Field.

MLB Network partners with former World Series champion to deliver 'masterpiece' promo