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Gonzaga May Miss March’s Madness
In normal times, even fans who don’t follow college basketball would be feeling nervous anticipation while the No. 1-ranked Gonzaga…
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Spurs vs Thunder: NBA Basketball Betting Odds & Trends | 3/4/2021
The San Antonio Spurs (18-13) hit the court against the Oklahoma City Thunder (14-21) as favorites on Thursday, March 4…
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Silver to fans: All-Star Weekend a TV-only event
NBA commissioner Adam Silver said fans should think of the upcoming All-Star Weekend in Atlanta as a “television-only event,” and…
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Bundesliga’s all-time best and worst kits: Bayern, Dortmund on both lists
When Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund square off in another instalment of “Der Klassiker,” on Saturday (LIVE at 12:30 p.m.…
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Ringside Seat: Claressa Shields chases history, undisputed title on all-women’s PPV
8:05 AM ET Michael Rothstein Close ESPN Staff Writer Previously covered University of Michigan for ESPN.com and AnnArbor.com Also covered…
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Adidas is going to sell literal giant clown shoes
When it comes to fashion I’m not going to yuck anyone’s yum, because frankly, I’m the least fashionable person on…
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Kreider’s 2nd hat trick in 5 games lifts Rangers past Devils
New York Rangers forward Chris Kreider is so hot these days, even shots that go off his body are finding…
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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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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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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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LeBron takes Giannis first in draft; Jazz stars last
8:44 PM ET Tim BontempsESPN The past two years, LeBron James couldn’t have Giannis Antetokounmpo on his NBA All-Star team…
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Brady rookie card sells for record $1.32 million
A Tom Brady rookie card sold for a record $1.32 million on Thursday on PWCC Marketplace, an online auction house…
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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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Transfer Talk: Juventus planning move for Chelsea’s Jorginho
The January transfer window may seem like a distant memory, but that doesn’t mean the rumour mill has shut down!…
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Dejected Klopp: Chelsea defeat ‘a massive blow’
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp described Thursday’s 1-0 home loss to Chelsea as a “massive blow” as his side set an…
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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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Celtics vs Raptors: NBA Basketball Betting Odds & Trends | 3/4/2021
The Boston Celtics (18-16) are favored () to build on a three-game win streak when they host the Toronto Raptors…
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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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Barca hit back at Sevilla for Mbappe-Pique meme: ‘Football is about respect’
Barcelona overturned a two-goal deficit to reach the Copa del Rey final by beating Sevilla in an intense, action-packed semifinal…
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Chelsea position themselves for top-four place, leaving Liverpool behind
LIVERPOOL, England — There is no good news right now for Liverpool. The reigning Premier League champions are falling apart…
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Report: LSU inquiry found Miles misconduct in ’13
A 2013 internal investigation accused former LSU coach Les Miles of inappropriate behavior toward female students, but did not find…
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Villanova’s Gillespie (MCL) likely out for season
Villanova guard Collin Gillespie has suffered a torn MCL in his left knee and is expected to miss the rest…
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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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Porsche considering entering F1 in 2025
Porsche and the Volkswagen Group would consider entering Formula One if the next engine regulations due to be introduced in…
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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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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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Vettel says F1 sprint races make no sense
Four times Formula One world champion Sebastian Vettel spoke out on Wednesday against a proposal for Saturday sprint races to…
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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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Van Aanholt racially abused after Man Utd draw
5:23 AM ET Reuters Facebook Twitter Facebook Messenger Pinterest Email Crystal Palace defender Patrick van Aanholt was subjected to racist…
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Lapchick: WNBA, NBA set standard for diverse, equitable, inclusive hiring across U.S. sports
Editor’s note: Richard Lapchick is a human rights activist, pioneer for racial equality, expert on sports issues, scholar and author.…
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Source: Lions tell CB Trufant he’ll be released
The Detroit Lions have told cornerback Desmond Trufant that he will be released at the start of the league year,…
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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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Coin toss avoided as Women’s FA Cup to return
The English Football Association has announced that the Women’s FA Cup will return on March 31 after it was suspended…
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Bahrain limits ticket sales to vaccinated and COVID-19 recovered fans
Tickets have gone on sale for Formula One’s season opening Bahrain Grand Prix but are limited to individuals who have…
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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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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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OTE pro league to pay high school-aged players
Short-form video content company Overtime announced Thursday that it is launching a professional basketball league that will compensate high school-aged…
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Wooden Watch: Which greats of the past does Oklahoma State star Cade Cunningham evoke?
If Cade Cunningham hadn’t already gotten your attention, the Oklahoma State freshman standout surely received it last Saturday. Cunningham, the…
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How Bad Are NFL Teams at Identifying the Best QB in a Given Draft Class?
It seems obvious that Trevor Lawrence is the best quarterback in the 2021 NFL draft. He’s perhaps the best prospect…
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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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Heated Mitchell calls out ‘ridiculous’ officiating
12:35 AM ET Tim BontempsESPN After Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell was hit with technical fouls on two separate plays…
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How elite athletes have struggled with the long-term effects of Covid
Covid does not discriminate. Even elite athletes competing at the highest levels of their sports are susceptible to the virus’s…
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How James Harden Changed His Game In Brooklyn
When legendary Brooklyn-born rapper Notorious B.I.G. implored listeners of his debut album to “Spread love, it’s the Brooklyn way,” it’s…
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