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Aug 31, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Western Kentucky Hilltoppers quarterback TJ Finley (2) throws a pass against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the first quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Will McLelland-Imagn Images

Tulane quarterback TJ Finley arrested in connection with allegedly stolen car

The Brooklyn Nets stupidly declined a generational trade back in 2022

Cause of death for Brett Gardner's son Miller revealed

NFL Mock Draft Consensus 16.0: Could Browns pass on Abdul Carter?

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Mar 29, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Florida Gators forward Alex Condon (21) and Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. (1) high-five during the second half against the Texas Tech Red Raiders during the West Regional final of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

March Madness 2025: Previewing Florida's Final Four chances

Mar 30, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Auburn Tigers forward Johni Broome (4) cuts down the net after winning the South Regional final of the 2025 NCAA tournament against the Michigan State Spartans at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

March Madness 2025: Previewing Auburn's Final Four chances

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

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Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (26) celebrates after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs during Super Bowl LIX at Ceasars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Saquon Barkley gives president Donald Trump's grandson special gift

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook, carrying the ball, keeps low as teammate Buffalo Bills offensive tackle Spencer Brown blocks opening a spot for him during first half action at the Buffalo Bills divisional game against the Baltimore Ravens at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park on Jan. 19, 2025.

The Buffalo Bills have a major contract issue brewing with James Cook

Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt with his wife Tavia Shackles, and daughter Gracie Hunt.

Chiefs owner Clark Hunt's wife Tavia shares rare scenes from NFL meetings

Mar 2, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; LSU offensive lineman Will Campbell (OL05) during the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

San Francisco 49ers mock draft: Three weeks from NFL Draft

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Apr 1, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III (10) reacts with guard Stephen Curry (30) during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Steph Curry Drops 52 in Statement Win Over Grizzlies

Aug 6, 2024; Paris, France; Carmelo Anthony performs before a men’s basketball quarterfinal game between the United States and Brazil during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Accor Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

NBA fans react to Carmelo Anthony making it to the Hall Of Fame

Apr 2, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) gestures after scoring against the Detroit Pistons during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Former NBA champion downplays OKC Thunder's incredible season

Apr 2, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) dunks during the second half against the New York Knicks at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Jarrett Allen wanted to have a LeBron James moment but he failed

Weekend Roundup: Final Four set, Yankees 'torpedo' bats, honoring JuJu, NBA chaos, and more

Auburn Tigers forward Johni Broome cuts down the net after winning the South Regional final of the 2025 NCAA tournament against the Michigan State Spartans at State Farm Arena.

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Apr 2, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Atlanta Braves shortstop Nick Allen (2) hits a RBI single during the first inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

The Atlanta Braves' season might already be over in April

Jan 28, 2018; New York, NY, USA; Neil deGrasse Tyson presents Best Recording Package to El Orisha De La Rosa and Pure Comedy during the Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony at The Theater at Madison Square Garden.

Neil deGrasse Tyson wonders why 'torpedo bats' weren't conceived of sooner (spoiler: they were)

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Dennis Santana against the Philadelphia Phillies in the fifth inning during spring training.

Pirates closer Dennis Santana goes viral for wearing shorts on mound

Oct 28, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone (17) and Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts (30) hug before game three of the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium.

Who are the highest paid MLB managers? One new contract for 2025 breaks previous record

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Feb 27, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Pat McAfee watches during workouts at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Pat McAfee Under Fire for Amplifying Harmful Rumor During NFL Combine Broadcast

Stephen A. Smith , American sports television personality, walks on the field before the game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium.

Stephen A. Smith is sick of Dwyane Wade downplaying his NBA career

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes walks the red carpet with LSU gymnast and girlfriend Livvy Dunne before the 2024 MLB All-Star game at Globe Life Field.

Livvy Dunne goes preppy schoolgirl, Paul Skenes rocks middle-aged gym teacher fit in GQ

Philadelphia Eagles former player and ESPN commentator Jason Kelce reacts before in a 2025 AFC divisional round game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Houston Texans at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Jason & Kylie Kelce welcome daughter number four into world

Film actor Val Kilmer makes an appearance on the grid before the United States Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas.

Val Kilmer's tragic passing has fans sharing favorite roles from legendary actor's career

Sep 8, 2024; Flushing, NY, USA; Jannik Sinner (ITA) and Taylor Fritz (USA) pose for a photo alongside tennis legend Andre Agassi after the men’s singles final of the 2024 U.S. Open tennis tournament at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

TNT's $650 million French Open investment gains a famous studio commentator: report

Jun 7, 2015; Oakland, CA, USA; ESPN personality Michael Wilbon before game two of the NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers at Oracle Arena.

MLB bans torpedo bats—or so 'Pardon the Interruption' would have you believe

Feb 6, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Peter Schrager during Fox Sports media day at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.

ESPN announces hire of longtime NFL Network 'Good Morning Football' host

May 13, 2018; Phoenix, AZ, USA; ESPN baseball reporter Buster Olney during the Washington Nationals game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field.

ESPN podcast uses AI assisted voice technology for Sarah Langs' stats segment

Pat McAfee watches workouts at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Ole Miss student Mary Kate Cornett planning legal action against Pat McAfee, ESPN

Mar 30, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart (28) reacts after a fight against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second quarter at Target Center. Stewart was later ejected from the game. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Scuffle Between Pistons and Timberwolves Heats Up Target Center

Mar 30, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. (13) watches his three run home run against the Milwaukee Brewers during the seventh inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

The Torpedo Bat is baseball’s hottest controversy—and the Yankees are leading the charge