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Apr 5, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson reacts during the second half in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

The Houston Cougars already know who will replace Kelvin Sampson when he retires

Longtime NHL goaltender, broadcaster dies at 67

The latest Yankees documentary is (really!) unlike anything ever announced

Gigi Bryant's handwritten note to Geno Auriemma, UConn basketball goes viral

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Apr 7, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson reacts against the Florida Gators in the first half in the national championship game of the Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Kelvin Sampson seriously said March Madness isn't like playing "Sasquatch State"

Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Fox sports presenter Terry Bradshaw (L) interviews Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (R) during the championship trophy presentation after the Eagles' game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Adam Schefter will "guarantee" the Eagles make "a trade or two" during the NFL Draft

Apr 1, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) reacts after a basket during the second quarter against the Golden State Warriors at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Ja Morant Fined for "Finger Gun" Gesture, Sparks Debate on NBA Policy

Apr 6, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) runs off the court after his team beat the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Lakers Climb Tight Western Conference Standings in Final Stretch

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Dec 28, 2024; San Antonio, TX, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) runs with the ball during the second quarter against the Brigham Young Cougars at Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

NFL teams believe Travis Hunter prefers to play wide receiver

Detroit Lions' Aidan Hutchinson runs out of the tunnel during the Detroit Lions season opener against the Los Angeles Rams.

Detroit Lions star shows off incredible recovery after suffering major injury

Los Angeles Rams president Kevin Demoff speaks during the unveiling of the new test soccer pitch in anticipation of Nations League play and 2026 World Cup at SoFi Stadium.

Los Angeles Rams announce plans for new $10 billion headquarters

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

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Aug 10, 2024; Paris, France; Carmelo Anthony cheers in the second half against France in the men's basketball gold medal game during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Accor Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-Imagn Images

Carmelo Anthony to Be Inducted into the 2025 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame

Jan 25, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) throws powder into the air before the game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

High school goes viral after debuting LeBron James prom theme

Mar 31, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; LA Clippers guard James Harden (1) drives against Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (0) during the second half at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

James Harden takes a subtle shot at Paul George and Russell Westbrook

Apr 6, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) runs down the court during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Luka Doncic gives Real Madrid reason for statement Lakers win

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Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg reacts after their loss to the Houston Cougars in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at the Alamodome.

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The scoreboard at LECOM Park displays a message about a pitch call being challenged. Major League Baseball is testing an Automated Ball-Stike (ABS) challenge system at select spring training parks. The system allows players to challenge a limited number of ball/stike calls during a game. Calls can be overturned if the pitch tracking technology shows an umpire got a call wrong.

Rob Manfred says MLB umpires prefer full 'robo-umps' to ABS challenge system: report

Apr 1, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) on deck in the first inning against the Atlanta Braves at Dodger Stadium.

Donald Trump met privately with Shohei Ohtani during Dodgers' White House visit

The Dodgers celebrate after beating the Yankees in the 2024 World Series at Yankee Stadium.

Los Angeles Dodgers celebrate 2024 World Series win with White House visit

Feb 15, 2025; Lee County, FL, USA; Boston Red Sox center fielder Jarren Duran (16) signs autographs for fans during Spring Training at Jet Blue Park at Fenway South.

Red Sox outfielder reveals 2022 suicide attempt in Netflix documentary

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North Carolina fans watch during player introductions before the game between the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the North Carolina Tar Heels at the Purcell Pavilion.

UNC fan hilariously trolls Duke fans during AEW pay-per-view

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James walks down the court after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second quarter at Paycom Center.

'First Take' latest nonsensical debate is blatant shot at LeBron James

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

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'

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

'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

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

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

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