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Hawks win 2024 NBA Draft Lottery

Atlanta had just a 3 percent chance of claiming this year’s top pick. Those are the longest odds for any team that has won the lottery since the NBA revamped the format before the 2019 draft.

An Orioles-Cardinals trade to give Baltimore new closer, help St. Louis rebuild

Proposing a trade that would send Ryan Helsley to the Baltimore Orioles to fill their need at closer and help the St. Louis Cardinals rebuild.

Martin "doesn't have anything to demonstrate" to Ducati after French GP win

Jorge Martin says he doesn’t need to do anything to further “demonstrate” to Ducati that he is deserving of a factory MotoGP seat in 2025.

Report: Two-time NBA champion assistant a ‘name to watch’ for Lakers job

The Lakers are casting a wide net in their search for a new head coach, and one notable assistant may be on their shortlist.

MLB insider links two Joe Espada replacement options if Astros season continues to tank

An MLB Insider links a pair of high-end Joe Espada replacement options to the Houston Astros if their season continues to trend in the wrong direction.

Neuville stunned by almost “impossible” result in WRC Rally Portugal

Thierry Neuville believes he achieved the almost “impossible” by scoring a Rally Portugal podium that helped extend his World Rally Championship lead to 24 points over Elfyn Evans.

Identical Twins Sign With Same NFL Team Following 2024 Draft

Two identical twins have signed with the same NFL franchise after going unselected in the 2024 NFL Draft. Jadon and Jaxon Janke, who played collegiately at South Dakota State University, went unselected in the 2024 NFL Draft. However, they're both getting a shot at the professional level. The ...

Man United vs Tottenham: Women's FA Cup final prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h, odds

Man United vs Tottenham: Women's FA Cup final prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h, odds - Man United look to go one better after last season’s final defeat

Marvin Harrison Jr. still refuses to sign deal

Typically when a player is selected among the top-five picks in the NFL Draft, fans rush to purchase their jersey from the team shop immediately when it becomes available. But that hasn’t been the case for new Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. because he is still refusing to sign the licensing deal that would make jersey sales possible. Marvin Harrison Jr. has refused to sign the NFLPA’s joint licensing agreement which would...

Mauricio Pochettino speaks on leaving Chelsea

Mauricio Pochettino admitted "it would not be the end of the world" if he left Chelsea this summer. The Blues manager believes it is not just up to Chelsea's owners to make a decision on his future, and that he will also have a say on where he will be next season.

Sky pundit’s response to naysayers against three US Grands Prix on F1 calendar

Three races in the United States is easily justified due to its size, says Karun Chandhok...

Is Mike Tyson the best heavyweight champion of our time?

Bagnaia: Ducati still chasing answers to "dangerous" French MotoGP sprint issue

Francesco Bagnaia says Ducati’s MotoGP squad is still seeking answers for the “dangerous” issue that forced him to retire from the French Grand Prix sprint.

WRC Portugal: Rovanpera rolls handing Ogier the lead

Kalle Rovanpera has rolled out of Rally Portugal in stage 11 handing Toyota World Rally Championship team-mate Sebastien Ogier the rally lead.

The big question F1 Academy faces as pecking order begins to form

OPINION: With the F1 Academy now two events into its second season, a pecking order is beginning to appear and this means one of the biggest questions will begin to be asked for title contenders – what next?

Carlos Sainz ‘doing the right thing’ as World Champion backs ousted Ferrari driver’s F1 2025 risk

If Carlos Sainz is risking a move to Audi in the hope of gaining a more competitive seat in the immediate term, he has Jenson Button's support.

Berlin E-Prix: Guenther fastest in FP2 from di Grassi

Maximilian Guenther topped the second practice session for this weekend’s Berlin E-Prix double-header, the Maserati MSG driver moving to the top late on.

J.J. McCarthy makes big move for Vikings

The Minnesota Vikings selected Michigan Wolverines quarterback J.J. McCarthy with the No. 10 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft undoubtedly hoping that he will be their new franchise quarterback. And it sounds like he’s already putting in the extra work required to make that a possibility. This week, Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell revealed that J.J. McCarthy went to the team’s practice field early to walk through plays on his own in...

The IDF announces the names of four soldiers who died in combat in Gaza

The IDF released the names of four soldiers who died in combat in northern Gaza, the IDF reported on Friday. The names of the soldiers are Itay Levni, Yosef Dasa, Armias Mekuria, and Daniel Levi. All four were 19 years old and were fighters in Battalion 931 of the Nahal Brigade. In addition to the four soldiers who died, an officer and another sold...

Joe Espada already losing Astros players in clubhouse after disastrous start as manager

Two "prominent players" on the Houston Astros have privately complained about manager Joe Espada, according to USA Today's Bob Nightengale.

Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol, bench coach Daniel Descalso ejected from series finale with Brewers

MILWAUKEE (AP) — St. Louis manager Oliver Marmol and bench coach Daniel Descalso were ejected from Sunday’s game with the Milwaukee Brewers after the Cardinals successfully challenged two separate calls at first base. The first replay challenge turned a fielder’s choice into an inning-ending double play in the bottom of the second. First-base umpire Sean Barber had ruled that Milwaukee’s Brice Turang was safe at first, but replays showed the...

Controversial coach remains ineligible despite NHL interest

Joel Quenneville remains ineligible from coaching in the NHL.

Vikings rookie could change jersey number

Minnesota Vikings rookie Khyree Jackson hints at a number change down the line.

Bears coach calls out Justin Fields

This offseason, the Chicago Bears decided to move on from former starting quarterback Justin Fields, trading him to the Pittsburgh Steelers before selecting Caleb Williams in the NFL Draft. And one of Fields’ former coaches offered a particularly scathing review of their former quarterback. Following the departure of Justin Fields from the team, one of Fields’ coaches with the Chicago Bears had a pretty brutal assessment of Fields’ processing...

Man City take a step closer to a fourth title

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says his players enjoy the pressure as he remains coy on his team's Premier League title chances following their 4-0 win away at Fulham.

Bruins get bad news ahead of Game 4 against Panthers

The Boston Bruins are facing what feels like a must-win scenario on Sunday night, and the task got a bit harder following a development on Sunday morning.

Brandon Ingram's tenure with the Pelicans looks to be all but over

It appears changes are coming in New Olreans.

Notre Dame Defensive Back Micah Bell Announces SEC Transfer

Former Notre Dame cornerback Micah Bell appears to be SEC bound. On Sunday, Bell announced his decision to commit to the Vanderbilt Commodores after one season in South Bend. Last month, he penned a lengthy goodbye to fans of the Fighting Irish, thanking them for a memorable season. I want to thank ...

J.J. McCarthy ended his humbling first day of Vikings rookie camp by paying off a bet with the defense

It didn’t take long for J.J. McCarthy to both show his competitive chops in the NFL and also be completely humbled. On the very first day of Minnesota Vikings rookie camp, the former Michigan quarterback made a bet with the defense. If he could get through skeleton passing dril

How Mercedes is going "all in" as first F1 upgrade steps appears in Miami

Mercedes brought a new floor and edge wing arrangement to Formula 1's Miami Grand Prix, as it embarks on an upgrade push to extract more performance from its W15.

Marquez was "completely exhausted” when he reached Le Mans MotoGP win fight

Marc Marquez says he was "completely exhausted” by the time he reached the battle for victory in the MotoGP French Grand Prix having come from 13th on the grid.

Lando Norris prophecy comes true after eerie lie detector statement

Lando Norris wasted no time in delivering on that one...

Jake Bates: UFL star and Detroit Lions target crushes another long FG

UFL and Michigan Panthers kicker Jake Bates has blasted yet another long field goal during the Week 7 game against the D.C. Defenders.

Red Bull insists Verstappen had floor damage despite post-F1 race confusion

Red Bull has revealed that Max Verstappen’s hopes of challenging Lando Norris for the race win in Formula 1’s Miami Grand Prix were derailed by floor damage.

McLaren reveal hidden Oscar Piastri data that will alert Lando Norris

Lando Norris ran the fully-upgraded McLaren in Miami which Oscar Piastri will receive for Imola...

MotoGP French GP: Martin beats Marquez and Bagnaia in nailbiter

Pramac’s Jorge Martin prevailed in a nailbiting MotoGP French Grand Prix to beat Marc Marquez and Francesco Bagnaia to extend his championship lead.

Former chess champion Garry Kasparov is a wanted man in Russia

Detroit Lions trade ranked among most impactful of 2024 NFL offseason

In a list ranking the most impactful trades of the 2024 NFL offseason, one of the Detroit Lions' deals made the cut.

Dortmund vs. Real Madrid: the Champions League final's first major controversy

Guti Haz: A look at the legendary Real Madrid midfielder

America's oldest cowboy: Incredible comeback story of bull rider

Clayton Savage, 37, started competing at rodeos two decades ago, rising rapidly through the circuit to reach the National Finals. But then a series of injuries knocked him out of the game.

Flyers goaltender suspended from international play for three years

The International Ice Hockey Federation has levied sanctions against the goaltender, KHL club CSKA Moskva and the Russian Ice Hockey Federation.

Sean Payton wants change from Bo Nix

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton is happy with what he’s seen from new quarterback Bo Nix after they selected him with the No. 12 overall pick in the NFL Draft, but there is one change he wants to instill in Nix this offseason – more snaps under center. During a recent press conference, Sean Payton made it clear that he wants Bo Nix to become a little bit more familiar with taking snaps under center given how it affects the timing of the...

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Vikings deemed likely to move on from former first-round pick

The Minnesota Vikings are "likely to move on" from former first-round pick safety Lewis Cine.

Mike McCarthy Announces Plan At Running Back With Ezekiel Elliott

Ezekiel Elliott returns for a second go-around with the Dallas Cowboys. Mike McCarthy doesn't intend to push the former bell-cow running back as hard this season. When asked about Elliott's expected role during Saturday's press conference, McCarthy laid the foundation for a split backfield. "I ...

UFL K Jake Bates continues to make case for Vikings to sign him

The Minnesota Vikings still need a kicker and UFL Michigan Panthers kicker Jake Bates continues to make the case that he should be signed.

Why Magnussen is racing rest of 2024 season under threat of F1 race ban

Kevin Magnussen is racing for the rest of the Formula 1 season under the threat of a race ban following the latest penalty points being added to his licence.

3 Cubs on Thin Ice At Quarter Mark of 2024 Season

The Chicago Cubs are currently in second place in the NL Central, but their 23-17 record doesn't reflect just how bad some players have looked this season. Here are three players on thin ice right now.

Mario Andretti explains US Congress intervention as intended F1 entry year confirmed

Mario Andretti has reiterated that Andretti intend on entering F1 in 2026, and explained why Congress has got involved...