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Nikola Jokic looking to pass first stress test

There is still one more win for the Nuggets to grab in their playoff series with the Timberwolves, but if Jokic finishes this off, he will have passed this stress test and become a better player because of it.

ESPN Host Is Fed Up With NBA Playoff Games Starting So Late

Anybody who watches Chris "Mad Dog" Russo on ESPN knows he's always good for a good rant about things he doesn't appreciate in the sports world. On Wednesday, Russo focused his attention on last night's NBA games, particularly Game 5 between the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves, which did ...

Charles Barkley refuses to apologize for Nuggets hot take

Charles Barkley's unapologetic demeanor has made him a beloved television personality for years. Why would he stop being himself now?

Atlanta Falcons sign veteran cornerback to complete 90-man roster

The Atlanta Falcons sign veteran cornerback Anthony Johnson to complete their 90-man roster

Commanders signing well-traveled veteran WR

He will bring some experience in the system Kingsbury is implementing.

Lynch: Sixteen LIV guys are playing at the PGA Championship. But only 15 deserve to be here

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Major championship fields are perennially fertile, at least when it comes to fodder for debate. The Masters is criticized for having too few competitors, and for being oversubscribed with the aged and amateurs. The two Opens get knocked for being,…

Ford boss hits back at concerning engine programme claims with Red Bull partnership

Ford have partnered with Red Bull to produce engines from F1 2026.

New commentator ‘honoured’ as Sky F1 make big change for Imola GP weekend

"Big shoes to fill, but I'm looking forward to it."

Kroos: “Bayern’s anger is justified”

At the end of Real Madrid’s Champions League semi-final triumph over Bayern Munich, the Bavarians expressed outrage due to a controversial incident that could have prevented them from pushing the game to extra-time. The incident in question has sparked debate across the footballing world, with Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos adding his voice to the discussion on the latest episode of his podcast, Einfach mal Luppen, which he co-hosts with his...

Only Two Golfers Are Still On Range Night Before PGA Championship

The 2024 PGA Championship tees off from Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky in just over 12 hours. While most of the field is choosing to rest and relax before the tournament tees off, two golfers are choosing to burn the midnight oil. According to golf insider Sean Zak, Viktor Hovland and ...

Sabres not expected to re-sign two pending free agents

After failing to make the playoffs for the 13th consecutive season, the Buffalo Sabres are expected to change their secondary scoring options this summer.

Donte DiVincenzo trolls Pacers by comparing Tyrese Haliburton to Ben Simmons

Oh my.

Netflix Officially Announces Its Two NFL Christmas Day Games

Netflix will exclusively stream two marquee AFC matchups on Christmas Day. The NFL and Netflix announced their partnership ahead of Wednesday night's schedule reveal. Later in the afternoon, they revealed the two games. On Wednesday, Dec. 25, the Kansas City Chiefs will face the Pittsburgh Steelers ...

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3 Braves players who won’t be on the roster by June and who should replace them

These three Braves players will not be on the roster when June rolls around.

‘Please don’t’ – Lando Norris responds to ‘bold’ fan promise if key F1 milestone is achieved

"I would say I like it, I don't."

Former 5-Star Colorado Recruit Cormani McClain Announces Transfer Destination

Highly-touted cornerback transfer Cormani McClain has reportedly made a decision on his football future. According to On3.com, the former five-star Colorado recruit has committed to play for Billy Napier and the Florida Gators. A huge land for the University of Florida's program. McClain didn't see ...

PGA Championship 2024: It's a common golf swing mistake—a top player explains why

LOUISVILLE— Top golfers make mistakes, too. Bad habits creep in, and pretty soon, the shots start going sideways. That's why, ahead of the final practice round at the 2024 PGA Championship, two top players in the field were singing the same tune. First, Ludvig Aberg: "Most of my work that I do is fundamentals. Normally if something is off, it's bec...

The Chiefs' silence on Harrison Butker's misogynistic and homophobic comments is beyond unacceptable

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker has been rightfully raked over the coals for his speech to Benedictine College in Kansas, a commencement address filled with hate, bigotry and misogyny. And as of publishing this on Wednesday, there's been no word from the Chiefs.…

Ron Washington's postgame rant is just more proof Cardinals should fire Oli Marmol

Los Angeles Angels manager Ron Washington called out his own player on Tuesday night, which pits the spotlight back on Oli Marmol of the St. Louis Cardinals.

Rudy Gobert ripped for getting 'embarrassed' by Nikola Jokic

Gobert's performance against the Nuggets in Tuesday's Game 5 reinforced why he's never gained the respect of his peers.

Piastri given encouragement from McLaren F1 upgrades after Norris win

Oscar Piastri believes the pace shown by McLaren team-mate Lando Norris in winning the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix is an "encouraging sign" for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.

New piece in F1 2025 driver puzzle fitted as Max Verstappen drops future hint – F1 news round-up

Wednesday's fast-paced news roundup has arrived...

2024 PGA Championship picks, odds, field: Surprising predictions from same golf model that nailed 11 majors

SportsLine's proven model simulated the PGA Championship 2024 10,000 times and revealed its surprising golf picks

Report: Houston Texans Are Playing Two Games In Five Days

The Houston Texans will reportedly face a very tough two-game stretch towards the end of this season. Per beat reporter Cody Stoots, the league's schedule-makers did the Texans no favors late in the year. Houston is slated to play the back-to-back defending Super Bowl champion Chiefs on Dec. 21 ...

Heat legend cautions Lakers against hiring JJ Redick

ESPN analyst JJ Redick has reportedly emerged as the frontrunner to succeed Darvin Ham as the next Lakers head coach. While some have endorsed Redick for the high-profile job, retired Heat player Udonis Haslem believes the Lakers could cause friction within the locker room by hiring the retired sharpshooter.

MLB Announces Punishment For Astros Pitcher Ronel Blanco

Houston Astros pitcher Ronel Blanco has gotten his punishment after he had to leave Tuesday night's game because of a foreign substance. Blanco has been suspended for 10 games by MLB after he got ejected at the start of the fourth inning. The Astros were up 1-0 before he got replaced. ...

Mercedes contract warning to Lewis Hamilton as he heads for Ferrari homeland

"He's going to come away from Imola with a real feel-good factor..."

‘No point signing Adrian Newey’ – Martin Brundle’s warning as four-team shortlist revealed

Martin Brundle narrowed the grid down to four teams that have the resources to make a move for Adrian Newey worthwhile.

Nikola Jokic made the driest joke about his uncharacteristic monster dunks against the Timberwolves

Nikola Jokic's dominance against the Minnesota Timberwolves lately has been something to behold. The three-time MVP is easily the biggest reason the reigning champion Denver Nuggets have flipped this second-round battle on its head wh

A desperate U-turn: Bayern Munich comes crawling back to Thomas Tuchel after cascade of rejections (Updated)

“You could not live with your own failure. Where did that bring you? Back to me.” — Thanos Tuchel

Lions schedule 2024: Dates & times for all 17 games, strength of schedule, final record prediction

The Lions are expected to be one of the NFC's best teams in 2024, but they will have to navigate a tougher schedule this season than they did last.

NFL Thanksgiving football schedule 2024: Leaks reveal games, opponents for Cowboys & Packers

The Cowboys are hosting a Thanksgiving game, as always, but who else will join them on the NFL's marquee holiday?

McLaren release incredible Ayrton Senna data from iconic 1988 Monaco Grand Prix

A preciously rare insight into one of the greats...

Ron Dennis opens up on ‘significant disagreements’ as shock McLaren exit explained

Ron Dennis was at McLaren for over three decades before leaving in 2017.

Celtics get major boost ahead of potential closeout game

The Celtics could progress to the Eastern Conference Finals if they win their game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday.

Report: Jets to explore trade of franchise stalwart

The Jets could find themselves with a much different-looking top-six forward group next season.

Max Verstappen delivers Mercedes blow with ‘desire’ admission over F1 future

Max Verstappen has appeared to give the clearest sign yet he is not interested in a move across to Mercedes.

New York Giants sign draft pick Darius Muasau to rookie contract

The New York Giants signed sixth-round pick LB Darius Muasau to his four-year rookie deal.

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Former Detroit Lions DT announces retirement from NFL

Former Los Angeles Rams and Detroit Lions defensive tackle Michael Brockers has announced his retirement from the NFL.

Washington Huskies Running Back No Longer With The Program

Washington running back Tylin "Tybo" Rogers is off the team amid multiple rape charges. Last month, Rogers pleaded not guilty to second-degree and third-degree rape charges stemming from two separate allegations in October and November. The program suspended him while awaiting a trial. On ...

Red Sox to start two first basemen in Wednesday night lineup vs. Rays

Boston will play both Dominic Smith and Garrett Cooper on Wednesday night.

Miller looking for answers to "head-scratcher" KTM MotoGP race pace

Jack Miller is trying to find answers for KTM’s lack of race pace in the MotoGP French Grand Prix after describing the situation as a ‘head-scratcher’.

Rory McIlroy dealing with another distraction on eve of PGA Championship

Rory McIlroy has all the momentum he could want heading into the PGA Championship as he tries to end a drought in the majors that has lasted a decade. He also has a major distraction. McIlroy is coming off two straight victories, one of them with Irish pal Shane Lowry in New Orleans, the other an exquisite back nine at Quail Hollow to rally past Xander Schauffele last week in the Wells Fargo Championship. The PGA Championship is at Valhalla,...

Lucas Glover lashes out against PGA Tour player directors: 'We have no business having the majority'

Following news of Jimmy Dunne's resignation from the PGA Tour policy board, former U.S. Open winner Lucas Glover strongly criticized the PGA Tour player directors on the board during his SiriusXM radio show on Monday evening. Glover's co-host, longtime golf agent Mac Barnhardt, began the conversation by saying that while he is probably ignorant of ...

Bentancur LOSES IT as he kicks his chair during Spurs' Man City defeat

Bentancur was replaced by Dejan Kulusevski just minutes after Erling Haaland gave City the lead on the night, prompting a furious outburst by the midfielder as he took his seat on the bench.

Liverpool forward becomes No 1 Barcelona target, with Raphinha sale to Tottenham kickstarting huge quadruple deal

Liverpool forward Luis Diaz has emerged as Barcelona's primary target for the left wing, though a second signing in the forward line is wanted and either deal would be good news for Tottenham's hopes of landing Raphinha

Ron Washington throws Luis Guillorme under bus in postgame remarks

Taking a page out of John Calipari’s book, Ron Washington elected to take zero accountability for a decision that he — yes, the manager of the Los Angeles Angels — made. In the bottom of the eighth, with the bases loaded and the Angels trailing by a run, the veteran manager called for his newly Read more... The post Ron Washington throws Luis Guillorme under bus in postgame remarks appeared first on Awful Announcing.

Former Bruins winger dead at 75

Earlier today, the NHL Alumni Association announced the passing of former player Dave Forbes at the age of 75. Forbes, who was born in Montreal in 1948, spent six seasons in the National Hockey League from 1973-1979.