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Knicks vs Pistons: NBA Basketball Betting Odds & Trends | 3/4/2021
The New York Knicks (18-18) take the court against the Detroit Pistons (10-25) as favorites on Thursday, March 4 at…
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espnW High School Top 25: Girls’ basketball rankings
Many teams in the espnW High School Top 25 are waiting on the 2021 GEICO High School Nationals information to…
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Maradona’s daughter urges fans to fight for justice
Diego Maradona’s daughter Giannina has urged fans of the Argentina great to gather on March 10 at the Obelisk, Buenos…
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Here Come the Suns
Two years ago, we were talking about goats. Not GOATs; goats. That’s because ESPN published an exposé on the Phoenix…
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The Maple Leafs Are Making Their Most Persuasive Stanley Cup Case In Years
Stop me if you’ve heard this one before: The Toronto Maple Leafs are finally, finally starting to realize their full…
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Virus bans lifted, UFC wants Texas event ‘ASAP’
LAS VEGAS — The UFC has not done a show in the United States outside its home of Las Vegas…
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Draymond video sparks U-M in Big Ten clincher
When his team needed a spark 48 hours after a tough loss, Michigan coach Juwan Howard turned to a rival:…
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Levante vs. Athletic Bilbao – Football Match Report – March 4, 2021 – ESPN
An extra-time goal from Alex Berenguer sealed Athletic Bilbao‘s place in a second successive Copa del Rey final when they…
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Gretzky’s dad dies: Love of hockey came from him
Walter Gretzky, the father of hockey legend Wayne Gretzky, has died at age 82. Wayne Gretzky announced the news on…
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Oklahoma St.’s Cunningham rolls ankle vs. Baylor
Oklahoma State star Cade Cunningham left the men’s basketball game against Baylor on Thursday after rolling his left ankle, but…
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Creighton suspends McDermott over comments
Creighton men’s basketball coach Greg McDermott has been suspended from all team activities for racially insensitive comments he made to…
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Cleveland honors Love with humanitarian award
CLEVELAND — Kevin Love‘s devotion to raising awareness and advocating for mental health during isolating times has earned him another…
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We tried HomeCourt and accidentally competed against little kids
HomeCourt is an interactive basketball training app that uses AI to provide drills and track your progress. As you can…
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James Harden’s MVP Case Is Growing Stronger
James Harden made his MVP case in his return to Houston. There was a mix of cheers and boos from…
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This Year’s Big Ten Has Big Potential
The best men’s basketball team in the Big Ten Conference over the past quarter century is in the throes of…
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Celtics Try to Reset Their Championship Aspirations
Consider, too, the Wizards, who are suddenly one of the most dangerous 13-20 teams around. Led by Bradley Beal, an…
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Follow the NBA All-Star Game draft live — who will captains LeBron and KD choose?
The 2021 NBA All-Star Game will be held Sunday, March 7, in Atlanta. But because of COVID-19, a weekend’s worth…
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Patrick Weah, cousin of Tim, signs with Minnesota
Patrick Weah, the cousin of United States international Timothy Weah, has joined Minnesota United FC on a homegrown deal, the…
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Saints release punter Morstead after 12 seasons
METAIRIE, La. — The New Orleans Saints have released Thomas Morstead, who has been one of the NFL’s best punters…
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Jays GM ‘not aware’ of allegations vs. Callaway
Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins said Thursday that he was “absolutely not aware” of any sexual harassment allegations…
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Georgia St. AD Cobb added to CFP committee
Georgia State athletic director Charlie Cobb will serve a one-year term on the College Football Playoff selection committee in place…
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Okla. St. AD Holder to step down after 16 years
Oklahoma State athletic director Mike Holder will step down this summer after 16 years and will be replaced by deputy…
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Last man to make Man Utd-Liverpool move dies
Former Manchester United and Liverpool forward Phil Chisnall, the last player to be transferred directly between the bitter English rivals,…
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Fantasy hockey: Nick Leddy, Zach Werenski among top category specialists to add
Nearing the midway point of the season for most teams, it’s time to catch up with our favorite fantasy category…
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Washington Football Team’s Jennifer King paves the way as the NFL’s first Black female full-time coach
Jennifer King was named assistant running backs coach for the Washington Football Team in January. The assignment made her the…
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NBA All-Star Game referees all HBCU grads
For the first time in league history, the NBA will have a referee crew composed entirely of graduates of historically…
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With Claire Williams gone, what next for women in Formula One?
For over 20 years, Claire Williams would pack a suitcase almost every other weekend and leave for a grand prix.…
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Big Ben’s back: Roethlisberger signs with Steelers
PITTSBURGH — Ben Roethlisberger is officially back with the Pittsburgh Steelers for the 2021 NFL season. The Steelers announced a…
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No Bauer or Springer? No problem: How the Mets actually addressed their biggest roster need
New York Mets fans, riding the wave of new owner Steve Cohen’s money and enthusiasm, began the offseason hoping to…
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Study: Heart illness rare for COVID-infected pros
Five of 789 professional athletes infected with COVID-19 were later found to have suffered inflammatory heart disease in the largest…
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From Siberia to South Florida: Inside Petr Yan’s ‘exotic’ UFC 259 training camp
As Petr Yan prepared for his Zoom interview, the UFC bantamweight champion kept getting up and moving around until he…
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Bayern Munich’s Kimmich is their ‘mentality monster,’ ready for rivals Dortmund
8:55 AM ET Tom Hamilton Close Senior Writer • Joined ESPN in 2011• Covered two Olympics, a pair of Rugby World Cups…
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Schumacher name gives motivation every day, says Mick
Taking the Schumacher surname back into Formula One this season will be more a source of pride than pressure, Michael’s…
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The 2021 NHL schedule’s surprising impact on goal scoring
Logan Couture loves the new schedule format the NHL is using for the 2021 season. “I’m a fan. I think…
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Source: CF Bradley Jr. to sign with Brewers
Center fielder Jackie Bradley Jr. plans to sign a two-year, $24 million deal with the Milwaukee Brewers that includes an…
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After big-ticket targets, who should Patriots pursue in NFL free agency?
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — There have been a few notable years in coach Bill Belichick’s two-decade tenure when the New England…
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NBA All-Star draft: Nets, Lakers fans make picks for LeBron, Durant
The rosters for the 2021 NBA All-Star Game are set and the snubs have been endlessly debated. Now it’s time…
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NBA Second-Quarter Awards: Best Player, Team, and More
It’s been a wobbly, fraught journey, featuring more than 30 postponed games and more than 50 positive COVID-19 tests since…
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2021 West Coast Conference men’s basketball tournament: Matchups, players to know & more
The 2021 West Coast Conference men’s basketball tournament will determine which team gets an automatic bid to the NCAA Men’s…
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Female Athletes Are Undercovered. These Olympians Want to Change That.
“Growing up I didn’t have posters of female athletes, which wasn’t because I didn’t watch sports,” Morgan said. “I just…
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Kelly Oubre Jr.: Prop Bets vs. Trail Blazers for Mar. 3, 2021
Kelly Oubre Jr. and the Golden State Warriors play the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday. Here’s how Oubre’s performance has…
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Haas reveals new livery for 2021
Haas has revealed the new livery it will use for this year’s Formula One world championship and announced Uralkali as…
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Britt Reid crash: Lawyer for injured girl’s family releases audio recording of panicked voices
An audio recording released Wednesday reveals the chaotic moments that followed a Feb. 4 crash involving Britt Reid, who was then…
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Kellen Winslow II, Once N.F.L.’s Highest-Paid Tight End, Gets 14 Years for Rapes
Kellen Winslow II, once the highest-paid tight end in the National Football League as a key player for the Cleveland…
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Bubble Odds: Will Michigan State, Duke Make The NCAA Tournament?
Selection Sunday is a little over a week away, and teams on the NCAA tournament bubble are scrambling to make…
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Lakers’ Harrell: Tech for yelling ‘and-1’ was ‘soft’
Montrezl Harrell offered a sharp rebuff to the technical foul he received in the Los Angeles Lakers‘ 123-120 loss to…
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Embiid not ‘scared,’ flaunts D in front of Gobert
12:53 AM ET Tim BontempsESPN Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid said his dominant performance in a 131-123 win over the…
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Lesser-known stories of J.J. Watt’s impact on Houston off the field
J.J. Watt has touched the lives of many people in the Houston area — including the Martinez Family — and…
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Zion takes to court after loss to ‘find my flow’
12:43 AM ET Andrew LopezESPN NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson was not happy with his performance…
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