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Charles Barkley doesn't hold back while roasting ESPN's coverage of the NBA

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Dec 21, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Stephen A. Smith , American sports television personality, waves to the crowd while walking the field before the game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers at M&T Bank Stadium.

Stephen A. Smith gets $100 million contract from ESPN: report

Jan 29, 2018; St. Paul, MN, USA; NFL Network broadcaster Scott Hanson speaks with the Lombardi trophy by his side during Super Bowl LII Opening Night at Xcel Energy Center.

With ESPN ending 'Around the Horn,' one job appeals to departing host Tony Reali

Shawnee Heights students show their High School Gameday spirit by recreating an ESPN broadcast booth during their game against Seaman inside Shawnee Heights High School Friday, Feb. 28, 2025.

Yahoo! Sports reporter joins ESPN's investigative and enterprise team

Miami Hurricanes baseball selling milkshake abomination at games

Feb 6, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Days after criticizing LeBron James, Stephen A. Smith retires GOAT debate because of LA Lakers star reason

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. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Brian Windhorst predicts 'historic' LeBron James vs. Steph Curry matchup

Mar 1, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) looks on during a free throw in the fourth quarter against the Washington Wizards at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images

Despite brutal injuries to superstars, the 76ers and Mavs are better than Hornets, says ex-NBA star

Chandler Parsons destroys the Charlotte Hornets and Washington Wizards amid another poor season.

'Around the Horn' sculpted a generation of sports fans more than they know

ESPN has decided that it is time to say goodbye to Around the Horn. The long-running show has left its mark on generations of sports fans.

ESPN announces air date for final 'Around the Horn' episode

After more than 4,900 episodes, the show will cease production before month's end, the network announced Tuesday.

Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas wideout Matthew Golden (WO16) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

NFL Combine 2025: Key Takeaways on Top Quarterbacks and Rising Prospects

Prospects are rising and falling in the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft

Jun 29, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles owner David Rubenstein high fives fans during the seventh inning stretch against the Texas Rangers at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

Media-rights resolution will net a near-$320.5 million windfall for MLB team: report

Not only did the Nationals gain control of their media-rights future in a jointly announced resolution with the Orioles on Monday, they'll reportedly get 'most of the money' awarded them by an MLB committee

Jan 17, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts after a foul call against the Brooklyn Nets at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Michael Wilbon grills LeBron James for taking a shot at NBA media

ESPN expert Michael Wilbon calls out LeBron James for grilling the NBA media.

Oct 30, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo (48) strikes out in front of Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith (16) to end the eighth inning in game five of the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium.

Apple TV+ snags Dodgers-Yankees rematch, returns familiar broadcaster lineup in 2025

Mar 1, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2) reacts after scoring against the Florida State Seminoles during the second half at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Blue Devils won 100-65. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Joel Embiid’s season ends: what’s next for the 76ers?

Jan 13, 2025; Glendale, AZ, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) against the Minnesota Vikings during an NFC wild card game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Matthew Stafford Commits to Rams, Prioritizing Stability Over Payday

Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Fox Sports NFL Sunday analyst Howie Long, Fox Sports NFL Sunday analyst Jimmie Johnson, and Fox NFL Sunday co-host Terry Bradshaw before Super Bowl LIX between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs at Caesars Superdome.

Fox NFL Sunday mainstay, Pro Football Hall of Famer, announces surprising retirement

Feb 25, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) dribbles the ball against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

LeBron, the Lakers, and the face of the NBA debate

Oct 30, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) reacts after striking out during the fifth inning against the New York Yankees in game four of the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Travis Hunter vs. Shohei Ohtani: A debate of two-way greatness

Adam Sandler dressed to cross someone over during the Oscars

The 2025 Oscars took place this past Sunday. While most were dressed to impress, Adam Sandler was dressed to take over the nearest basketball court.

May 7, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals outfielder Eddie Rosario (8) hits an RBI single against the Baltimore Orioles during the seventh inning at Nationals Park.

Orioles, Nationals resolve longstanding media rights dispute

Nationals games will be televised on MASN in 2025 on a one-year contract, and the team will be free to explore its TV rights for 2026 and beyond after the season.

Rob Manfred, Commissioner of the MLB, speaks to the media during Cactus League media day at the Arizona Biltmore on Feb. 18, 2025, in Phoenix.

ESPN negotiating with new partner for MLB package: report

The news comes just a couple weeks after ESPN and Major League Baseball opted out of the final three years of a contract that ran through 2028.

Feb 20, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) looks on during the third quarter against the Boston Celtics at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Why people shouldn't 'give a f**k' about Joel Embiid getting shut down, explains Gilbert Arenas

Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas explains why fans should remain unbothered by Joel Embiid being shut down for the 2024-25 NBA season.

Feb 4, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) moves the ball against Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) during the second half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Kendrick Perkins ends Lakers vs Clippers debate with a 5-word remark

NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins believes the Los Angeles Lakers have taken back the control of the city from the Los Angeles Clippers with their recent four-point win.

Feb 28, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) drives during the fourth quarter against the LA Clippers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images

LeBron James clarifies his 'face of the league' comments: "I don't really care..."

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James offers further clarification on his NBA media's criticism.