Wednesday, February 28, 2018

Lions franchise DE Ansah after 12-sack season

Ezekiel Ansah, who had 12 sacks despite dealing with ankle, shoulder and back injuries last season, has been designated as the Lions' franchise player for 2018.

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Source: Jerry to appeal $2M demand from NFL

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones plans to appeal an NFL rule that says if an owner brings litigation against other owners, he must reimburse them for legal fees, sources told ESPN.

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Barnwell: Why did the Jaguars pay up for Blake Bortles?

Jacksonville's decision to give its quarterback a three-year, $54 million deal is a product of a questionable decision the organization made last year. And it has huge ramifications.

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Franchise-tagging Ezekiel Ansah was the only move Lions could have made

When healthy, the defensive end is worth all of the $17 million-plus he'll earn on a front otherwise devoid of pass-rushers.

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How will Redskins QB Alex Smith impact the NFC East?

Alex Smith and Kirk Cousins are comparable talents, but Smith is cheaper. His impact may depend on how well the Redskins use that extra money.

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Where Panthers sale stands: Who's interested and what's next

Steelers minority owner David Tepper is interested in a Panthers franchise estimated to be worth $2.3 billion, but he isn't the only one.

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Don't dismiss DeShone Kizer from Browns QB discussion

Cleveland will bring in some new blood to compete with DeShone Kizer, but the second-year quarterback will have some advantages over his competitors.

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Chris Long, Vince Young climb Mount Kilimanjaro with combat vets

After winning his second Super Bowl, Chris Long had yet another summit to reach, joining with other current and former players to help a good cause.

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Cowboys not counting on Gregory in 2018

Defensive end Randy Gregory, who missed all of last season while serving his third suspension for violating the league's substance abuse program, is eligible to apply for reinstatement though the Cowboys aren't counting on him for 2018.

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New on Sports Illustrated: NFL Weighs Giving Defenses a Boost

Pass interference penalties could change, CBs shouldn't get their hopes up

New on Sports Illustrated: Marty Hurney: Uncertainty Ahead, Unusual Path Behind and Unique Story In Between

The Carolina Panthers GM on his journey and what lies ahead for the team he helped build and is ready to lead again. Plus mailbag items on the gun debate

New on Sports Illustrated: Power Rankings: Assessing the NHL's Trade Deadline Fallout

The NHL trade deadline has come and gone, with a bunch of moves separating the contenders and the teams going back to the drawing board 

New on Sports Illustrated: Dwyane Wade Hit a Game-Winner While Wearing Shoes Honoring Parkland Victim

Dwyane Wade wrote the name of a Parkland shooting victim, Joaquin Oliver, on his shoes. He then scored 27 points including a game-winner. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Watch: Miami Upsets UNC 91-88 With Half-Court Buzzer Beater

Ja'Quan Newton scored the last seven points for Miami, including a three-pointer at the buzzer to seal a 91-88 upset victory. 

New on Sports Illustrated: LeBron James Becomes First NBA Player with 30K Points, 8K Rebounds and 8K Assists

With his 11th assist on Tuesday night, LeBron James became the first NBA player with 30,000 points, 8,000 rebounds and 8,000 assists. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Q&A: Lightning Defenseman Victor Hedman on Playing Big Minutes and Norris Trophy Dreams

In Victor Hedman's quest for the Norris Trophy, it helps that the Lightning defenseman is a fast healer.

New on Sports Illustrated: Shaq's Son Shareef O'Neal Chooses UCLA After De-Committing From Arizona

Shareef O'Neal was originally committed to Arizona but opened his recruitment after news broke that Sean Miller discussed payment for a recruit. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Dwyane Wade Is Not Sure If He Will Play Next Season

Dwyane Wade is inching closer to the end of his career.

New on Sports Illustrated: Report: Cowboys to Pair With SeatGeek, Opting Out of League's Deal With Ticketmaster

The Dallas Cowboys have reportedly agreed to a deal to opt out of the NFL's deal with Ticketmaster and instead work with SeatGeek as their box office.

New on Sports Illustrated: Papa John's Is No Longer the Official Pizza of the NFL

Papa John's and the NFL have ended their sponsorship deal after the company's former CEO says anthem protests hurt sales. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Swansea, Ousts Sheffield Wednesday, Reaches First FA Cup Quarterfinal

Swansea beat Sheffield Wednesday 2-0 in their FA Cup fifth-round replay on Tuesday night to progress into the quarterfinals for the first time in their history.

New on Sports Illustrated: One Move Away: Ex-Prem Boss Says Liverpool Can Win the League Next Season if They Sign a Top Keeper

New on Sports Illustrated: Lower Please? Chelsea Likely to Be Put Off By Luis Enrique's Hefty Wage Demands

New on Sports Illustrated: Atleti's Miguel Angel Moya Set to Join Real Sociedad Following Geronimo Rulli Injury

New on Sports Illustrated: Liverpool Set to Face Premier League Competition for Roma Goalkeeper Alisson

New on Sports Illustrated: Los mejores tweets de la derrota del Real Madrid ante el Espanyol (1-0)

New on Sports Illustrated: Report: Man City Rising Star Phil Foden Set to Sign Huge Contract When He Turns 18

Phil Foden is one of the rising stars at Manchester City.

New on Sports Illustrated: El 1x1 de los jugadores del Real Madrid en su derrota ante el Espanyol

New on Sports Illustrated: WATCH: Espanyol Stuns Real Madrid at the Death on Gerard Moreno's Winner

Watch Gerard Moreno's last-gasp goal for Espanyol, which delivered a famous win over Real Madrid.

This is personal: Goodell-Jones feud escalates

Papa John's, NFL end sponsorship deal

notebook: Lions use franchise tag on Ansah

Peyton To Be 'Monday Night Football' Analyst? Manning Responds

Tony Dungy - A True Student of the Game

NFL committee: Dez Bryant caught the ball in controversial play

Cowboys will meet with Dez Bryant's representation “sooner than later”

Cowboys enemy report: What losing Kendall Fuller means for Redskins, what team needs to do for Alex Smith

Report: Cowboys owner Jerry Jones will contest NFL's $2 million penalty, requests hearing with Roger Goodell

The NFL's draft process is wrong; how to fix it for Cowboys and all teams

Talk in Miami of Dolphins taking a first-round quarterback

Cowboys, Saints opt out of NFL's deal with Ticketmaster

Kansas City Chiefs player set to become doctor, hopes to wear 'M.D.' on jersey

NFL considers a change to the catch rule, and a 15-yard limit for pass interference

Saints claim John Theus, release Gerald Hodges

Ian Rapoport: Kirk Cousins is Jets first choice at quarterback, Case Keenum could be back-up plan

Bears should take long look at Colts WR Donte Moncrief in free agency

Lions designate DE Ezekiel Ansah as franchise player

Detroit Lions use franchise tag on DE Ziggy Ansah

Les Moonves Predicts Tech Giants One Day Might Seek Sunday NFL Rights

Five Packers storylines to watch at NFL combine

NFL players prepare for life after football

Cowboys not counting on Gregory in 2018

Vikings Don't Want These QBs, Should The Cleveland Browns?

Reports: Cowboys owner Jones to appeal NFL's $2M demand

Bonsignore: Making the moves as Chargers GM for a day

Report: NFL expected to allow coaching hires before teams are done in playoffs

NFL’s Richard Sherman bets big on cryptocurrency

Spielman seems to admit that Bridgewater will be a free agent

Here's what happened to Darrell Wallace Jr. in that massive smoke screen

The 'NASCAR Race Hub' crew breaks down what happened to Darrell Wallace Jr. after the massive smoke screen from Trevor Bayne's engine obstructed the track.

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What is the level of concern for 7-time champion Jimmie Johnson?

Joey Logano and Drew Blickensderfer share their level of concern for Jimmie Johnson and the No. 48 team after two disastrous races to start the year.

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COLUMN: NASCAR veterans aren’t pulling over for the rookies

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) Kevin Harvick put the brakes on the ''New NASCAR!'' movement with a dominating victory on a weathered old racetrack.

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Motte’s Minute: Kevin Harvick scolds his son Keelan during Atlanta rain delay

In this week's edition of 'Motte's Minute' Daryl Motte tells you what happened between Kevin Harvick and his son Keelan during the rain delay in Atlanta.

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Marc Gasol shouldn't have to go out like this

Heat's Wade honors memory of shooting victim

Plenty of opinions, but few solutions to fix college hoops

Boban Marjanovic helps Clippers erase 19-point deficit for key win against Nuggets

Florida school tragedy leaves profound effect on Dwyane Wade

Warriors' meeting with Wizards trumps off-court activity

Celebrating Black History Month with NBA referees: Tony Brown

Top 10: Feb. 27th

Doc Rivers comes up with right combination of players and Clippers overcome 19-point deficit to hold off Nuggets

Williams helps Clippers rally from 19 down to beat Nuggets

LeBron James joins exclusive club in win over Nets

Adam Silver cautions NBA teams to protect integrity of game

WHO WILL WIN: Pelicans vs. Spurs

Beal's 21 points help Wizards hold off Bucks

Fantasy All-Star Team: Josh Richardson among surprise standouts

Celtics host Hornets in battle of streaking teams

Lillard Continues Domination Spree, Blazers Whomp Kings, 116-99

NBA All-Stars Anthony Davis, Bradley Beal Intrigued By Verizon 5G-Powered Goggles

LeBron becomes only player to reach 30k points, 8k assists and 8k rebounds

George Hill's pregame chat with Tyronn Lue leads to breakout game with Cavaliers

Why Cleveland Cavaliers believe Jordan Clarkson's early 3-point success is not a mirage

NBA Preview: Anthony Davis and LaMarcus Aldridge matchup headlines Pelicans vs Spurs clash

Pistons try to right ship versus Bucks

Beal, Potter lead Wizards past Bucks 107-104

Thunder, Mavericks meet for final time

Pacers try to rebound in Atlanta

Cleveland hits back in battle of the billboards over LeBron

Celtics Clear Odds Favorites As They Host Hornets On Wednesday

James Harden on Rockets' Title Chances: 'This Is the Year. For Sure'

Watch: Miami Upsets UNC 91-88 With Half-Court Buzzer Beater

Rest-of-season fantasy hockey rankings

Sean Allen provides his latest top-250 rest-of-the-season rankings for fantasy hockey leagues and reviews players impacted by teammates moving at the deadline.

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Report: RB Ivory visits Bills, to meet Browns next

Tuesday, February 27, 2018

New on Sports Illustrated: Robert Swift Signs With Spanish Club After Years Struggling With Addiction

Former lottery pick Robert Swift struggled for years with methamphetamine and heroin addiction. 

New on Sports Illustrated: New Lightning Forward J.T. Miller Has to Take 2 Cross-Country Flights After Trade

You have to feel bad for the Rangers' J.T. Miller. 

New on Sports Illustrated: What It's Like for NHL Players to Be Traded Twice in the Same Day

Trades always create chaos for the players on the move. But how much additional chaos comes with being traded twice in 24 hours?

New on Sports Illustrated: Friend of Boston Marathon Bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev Released From Prison After 3 Years Served

Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev's friend is being released from prison after serving three years.

New on Sports Illustrated: Russell Wilson Hit a Bunch of Homers in His First Yankees Batting Practice

Russell Wilson has some pop. 

New on Sports Illustrated: COPA MX | Los horarios y pronósticos para la última jornada de la fase de grupos

New on Sports Illustrated: Report: NBA Won't Discipline Zaza Pachulia for Russell Westbrook Incident

Westbrook called out Pachulia for the incident, saying he was a dirty player. Pachulia had no comment on the claim. 

WALKER: Time for Pelicans' fans to jump on bandwagon and fill up the Smoothie King Center

Jarrett Allen threw down a dunk that destroyed the Bulls

NBA player Dwyane Wade gets emotional over school shooting victim buried in his jersey

Gamethread: Warriors rookie Jordan Bell is active against Knicks

Sources: NFL to seek millions from Jerry Jones

The NFL is expected to seek millions of dollars from Cowboys owner Jerry Jones as reimbursement for legal fees related to RB Ezekiel Elliott's suspension and Jones' threatened litigation over commissioner Roger Goodell's contract, sources told ESPN.

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Source: Bills reach 1-year deal with CB Davis

Free-agent cornerback Vontae Davis has signed a one-year deal with the Bills, a source confirmed to ESPN's Adam Schefter

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Bears release linebacker McPhee, safety Demps

The Bears released linebacker Pernell McPhee and safety Quintin Demps on Monday.

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Panthers release safety Coleman, DE Johnson

The Carolina Panthers released veteran safety Kurt Coleman and defensive end Charles Johnson on Monday, saving nearly $6 million in salary-cap space in the process.

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Sources: K.C. to get two Rams picks for Peters

The Los Angeles Rams will send two draft picks -- a 2018 fourth-rounder and a 2019 second-rounder -- to the Kansas City Chiefs for cornerback Marcus Peters, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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Falcons GM: Team is not trading RB Coleman

Atlanta Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff is adamant that the team is not considering trading backup running back Tevin Coleman.

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QB Confidence Index: Rating all 32 quarterback situations

Carson Wentz and Aaron Rodgers ended the 2017 season on IR, but the Eagles and Packers still love their 2018 QB depth charts. Other teams don't feel the same. Let's go 1-32 headed into the offseason.

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NFL Insiders predict free agency: Who will be Vikings' starting QB in 2018?

Case Keenum and Teddy Bridgewater are both free agents, and the Vikings could make a run at Kirk Cousins. Our NFL Insiders weigh in on the biggest topics of the offseason.

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Can Eagles continue dominance of NFC East?

The NFC East has not had a team repeat as division champs since Andy Reid's 2003-04 Eagles, but Philadelphia looks well positioned to do just that.

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Marcus Peters on facing Chiefs: 'I'm expecting turnovers and I'm expecting a win'

While Marcus Peters said he'll miss his teammates on the Chiefs and coach Andy Reid, he also seems to be looking forward to facing them next season.

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Jason Witten: 'Foolish to get sensitive' if Cowboys draft tight end early

As he enters his 16th season with the Cowboys, the tight end says he understands if the team makes plans to draft his successor early in the draft.

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Patriots receiver Malcolm Mitchell preaches the importance of reading

"Reading can help you overcome adversity," the Patriots wide receiver told a crowd over the weekend, and it's helped him in his return from injury.

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Ryan Shazier appreciates Ohio State's 'Buckeye Tough' gesture

Ohio State is paying tribute to the injured Steelers linebacker and former Buckeye, who suffered a severe spine injury in December.

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Tyrann Mathieu has come a long way in five years

The journey from the days of the Honey Badger to now is nothing short of remarkable for Tyrann Mathieu, who has made the most of his second chance.

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NFL quarterback carousel: The likelihood of every possible match

Take a spin through the 2018 QB merry-go-round by matching up the signal-callers who could be available this offseason with the teams that need help.

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The Le'Veon Bell-Steelers showdown, Part II: What you need to know

For the second straight offseason, the Steelers and their superstar running back will be talking contract. Here's how the sides could come together -- or pull apart.

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Steelers, Martavis Bryant seem destined for eventual divorce

The Steelers may not be actively shopping Martavis Bryant, but they're likely keeping all options open as the talented WR enters a contract year.

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2018 Atlanta Highlights (2.25.18) | FOX NASCAR

NASCAR Cup Series Highlights: Check out all the highlights from Kevin Harvick's dominant win at Atlanta.

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Barnwell: Offseason moves to improve every AFC team

The Jags, Jets and Browns will make a run at a quarterback. Jacksonville could have a new top receiver, too. Pittsburgh, meanwhile, has to clear out cap space and sign Le'Veon Bell. Here are five offseason moves to improve all 16 AFC teams.

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Here’s what made that victory in Atlanta so special and emotional for Kevin Harvick

NASCAR RACE HUB' talks about what made Kevin Harvick's dominant Atlanta win so special and emotional.

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Winner’s Weekend: Kevin Harvick – Atlanta

Kevin Harvick and crew chief Richard Childers recap the strategy that brought them to victory lane in Folds of Honor QuickTrip 500 in Atlanta

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Jeff Gordon: Kevin Harvick does one thing better than any other driver

NASCAR on FOX’s Mike Joy, Darrel Waltrip and Jeff Gordon breakdown how Kevin Harvick remained dominate at Atlanta Motor Speedway.

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George: OKC's Big 3 not getting calls from refs

Thunder forward Paul George said he, Russell Westbrook and Carmelo Anthony are "officiated differently" than other star players in the NBA.

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Sources: NFL to seek millions from Jerry Jones

The NFL is expected to seek millions of dollars from Cowboys owner Jerry Jones as reimbursement for legal fees related to RB Ezekiel Elliott's suspension and Jones' threatened litigation over commissioner Roger Goodell's contract, sources told ESPN.

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Dirk opposes Cuban on idea Mavs should tank

Mavs star Dirk Nowitzki disagrees with the stated notion by owner Mark Cuban that the team's best bet for this season is to tank.

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Yankees' Judge: Not 100 percent until opener

Yankees slugger Aaron Judge says he still isn't feeling fully recovered since his offseason shoulder surgery and doesn't expect to be feeling fully back until Opening Day.

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Seahawks' Wilson joins Yanks, hits 6 HRs in BP

Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson reported to a week of spring training with the Yankees and promptly joined heavy hitters Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, Gary Sanchez and Greg Bird for a few rounds of live hitting.

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MSU's Bridges pays $40, clears NCAA violation

Michigan State's Miles Bridges donated $40 to a charity of his choice as a condition of his NCAA reinstatement after a Yahoo! Sports report last week identified him as one of many players who might have received improper benefits.

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NHL trade deadline winners and losers

The Rangers might have raised the white flag on this season, but their prospect haul gives them prime resources for a rebuild. The Jets swooped in to nab Paul Stastny, while the Capitals, Sabres, Mike Green and Max Pacioretty didn't fare quite as well.

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The trades, the grades and what's next

The 2018 NHL trade deadline has come and gone, but the trade details are still trickling in. Our team of reporters are keeping track of all the deals and the latest talk between teams.

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Duke takes a step back, while Virginia Tech becomes tourney lock

Just as Duke appeared primed for March, its offense hit the skids versus a Virginia Tech team that now has wins over Virginia, North Carolina and the Blue Devils.

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Kansas drops Texas to celebrate 14th straight Big 12 crown

Kansas sent its seniors out in style on Monday at Allen Fieldhouse, securing the outright Big 12 title, its historic 14th straight league crown.

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QB Confidence Index: Rating all 32 NFL quarterback situations

Carson Wentz and Aaron Rodgers ended the 2017 season on IR, but the Eagles and Packers still love their 2018 QB depth charts. Other teams don't feel the same. Let's go 1-32 headed into the offseason.

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Kyrie Irving, Celtics find renewed focus after All-Star break

After the Celtics stumbled into the All-Star break, Kyrie Irving's stellar 3-point shooting and increased attention to detail have Boston back on track.

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Lakers match last season's win total with drubbing of Hawks

Los Angeles' latest win is yet another display of how far the young and emerging roster has come since last season.

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Sources: Kawhi back working at Spurs facility

Spurs star Kawhi Leonard plans to resume working with the team in San Antonio this week, according to sources.

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How the NBA's bottom-dwellers are putting on a tanking clinic

While 20 teams fight for playoff positioning, eight are in a wild -- and painfully obvious -- race to collect the best lottery odds possible.

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Projecting the winners and losers in the NBA tank race

Who is winning the race for lottery pingpong balls, and who needs to try harder? Where will the traded picks land? Every week we'll guide you through the ugly basketball on the way to draft hope.

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Power Rankings: Harden and the Rockets continue their run

Houston is rolling to the tune of 12 straight wins. Golden State just ran a clinic against OKC. But only one can claim the top spot heading into the season's homestretch.

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How the Red Sox's much-delayed deal with J.D. Martinez embodies MLB's weird winter

The slugger and the Sox were destined for each other. That it took it until Feb. 26(!) to make it official speaks volumes.

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For Justin Verlander, being the leader in the clubhouse comes easily

When the Astros traded for Verlander, they knew they'd be getting a deeper rotation with the proven veteran. What they didn't know was that he'd end up being a team spokesperson and clubhouse leader.

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Bracketology: Kansas and its usual place

The Jayhawks have locked up a share of another Big 12 title. They are currently sitting as a No. 1 seed.

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Power Rankings: Is Virginia the only sure thing?

The top of the bracket is very much up in the air, even with Selection Sunday approaching. The Cavaliers, with their rock-solid profile, look like the only team that has locked up a 1-seed.

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With Miller status unknown, Arizona plays on

Arizona freshman Deandre Ayton had a dominant game Saturday despite the Wildcats' loss at Oregon and the absence of head coach Sean Miller in the wake of an ESPN report that detailed Miller's alleged involvement to pay Ayton $100,000 to attend the school.

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Bracketology: Terps fall out of top 16 seeds

Maryland and NC State each dropped to No. 5 seeds, and Ohio State and Duke jumped to the 4-seed line in Charlie Creme's updated bracket projection.

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Which teams have most to gain during Champ Week?

Championship Week is here, which means time is running out for teams to make a last big push for an NCAA tournament bid and for seeding. What happens in the Big Ten tournament might have the biggest impact on the bubble.

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'Westbrook mentality' working for Davis

Davis scores 53 points in Pelicans 125-116 win over Suns

NBA Wrap: Anthony Davis drops 53 points, Aron Baynes returns from injury in Celtics win

Davis powers Pelicans over hapless Suns

Lakers match win total of last season with drubbing of Hawks

Success of Pistons' Blake Griffin trade rests with Reggie Jackson

NBA: Anthony Davis scores 53 as Pelicans win again

Klay Thompson relays plans for Warriors' visit to African American Museum on trip through D.C.

Rod Beard breaks down Pistons' loss to Raptors

Knicks can pinpoint exactly when Warriors game got away

Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors Have Become NBA's Kings of the 3rd Quarter

Dirk opposes Cuban on idea Mavs should tank

WALKER: Time for Pelicans' fans to jump on bandwagon and fill up the Smoothie King Center

Harden scores 26 as Rockets Beat Jazz for 13th Straight

Ailing Clippers take on Nuggets

Paul George Says Thunder Big 3 Are 'Officiated Differently' Than Others in NBA

Thompson, Curry lead Warriors past Knicks 125-111

Timberwolves blast past Kings

Knicks know how they want Frank Ntilikina to spend summer

UPDATE 2-NBA Standings

Chris Paul gets turnover for high-fiving James Harden's mom while dribbling out the clock

Kyrie Irving, Celtics find renewed focus after All-Star break

Pistons' Blake Griffin on team's latest loss

Jarrett Allen threw down a dunk that destroyed the Bulls

Harden scores 26 as Rockets Beat Jazz for 13th Straight

James Harden's 26 points help Rockets pick up 13th win in a row by beating Jazz

NBA player Dwyane Wade gets emotional over school shooting victim buried in his jersey

Zaza Pachulia will not be disciplined for actions vs Thunder

Three billboards outside Cleveland urge LeBron James to choose Philadelphia

Thunder vs Magic, final score: bench rescues OKC from another bad loss, shuts down Orlando 112-105

Richard Petty cars, trophies to be sold at auction on May 12

HAMPTON, Ga. (AP) NASCAR legend Richard Petty says after ''accumulating stuff'' for 80 years, it's time to sell some of his most famous cars, trophies and other items.

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Harvick adds Cup win to dominant weekend at Atlanta

HAMPTON, Ga. (AP) Kevin Harvick had to wait 17 years for a second Atlanta salute to Dale Earnhardt.

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2018 Free Agency Outlook: Defensive Linemen

NFL player promises fiancée he won't buy another driver because "he loves her more than golf"

Free Agent Forecast: Defensive Line

Monday, February 26, 2018

What are the Bills' options with Tyrod Taylor and his looming bonus?

Taylor may not be Buffalo's long-term answer at quarterback, but he still could be the team's best choice for 2018.

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Mel Kiper sees scenario where Browns take Saquon Barkley first overall, QB fourth

If the Browns rate the top quarterbacks similarly, they could go with the Penn State back first and take whichever signal-caller is left at No. 4.

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How close were Browns to winning a game in 2017?

The Browns had at least a handful of chances to get a victory in 2017, including two overtime games and two close calls against the Steelers.

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Entering Year 4, it's up to Mariota to reach tantalizing potential

The Titans still believe their young quarterback can be elite and lead them to a Super Bowl. But entering his fourth season, it falls on Mariota to prove them right.

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A football league shines in Mexico under soccer field lights

Riding on the popularity of the NFL, the six-team Liga de Futbol Americano pulls out all the stops as it enters into its third season

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Franchise tag predictions for all 32 teams

Which quarterback should the Vikings tag? Are the Steelers likely to franchise Le'Veon Bell for the second straight year? NFL Nation reporters forecast which teams will (or won't) use the tag, and which players are prime candidates.

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Everything you need to know about the 2018 franchise tag

How much would it cost for Pittsburgh to franchise Bell? What are the types of tags? Can a tag be rescinded? Here's a full breakdown.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Transgender Texas Wrestler Wins Girls' State High School Title

A transgender wrestler won the Texas girls' Class 6A 110-pound division title.

New on Sports Illustrated: Los mejores 'tweets' de la 'manita' del Atlético de Madrid al Sevilla en el Pizjuán

New on Sports Illustrated: El 1x1 de los jugadores rojiblancos en la goleada del Atlético frente al Sevilla (2-5)

New on Sports Illustrated: Roma 0-2 Milan: Visitors Stun Roma With Brilliant Display to Dent Hosts Top 4 Hopes

New on Sports Illustrated: Neymar Carted Off With Ankle Injury vs. Marseille

Neymar covered his face while being carted off the field. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Sevilla 2-5 Atletico Madrid: Griezmann Bags Hat-Trick as Rampant Atleti Stun Sevilla

New on Sports Illustrated: Gregg Popovich Calls LeBron a 'Brilliant Example for Millions of Kids' For Speaking His Mind

Gregg Popovich praised LeBron James for speaking his mind.

Kevin Harvick salutes Dale Earnhardt after dominating win | 2018 ATLANTA | FOX NASCAR

NASCAR Cup Series Highlights: After Kevin Harvick put on a dominating performance, he did exactly what did after his last win in Atlanta, salute the fans with a number 3.

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Denny Hamlin on his alternative pitting strategy at Atlanta | 2018 ATLANTA | FOX NASCAR

Denny Hamlin discusses his pitting strategy at Atlanta Motor Speedway as his crew sought to optimize his time on the racetrack.

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Brad Keselowski: Kevin Harvick was in ‘a league of his own’ | 2018 ATLANTA | FOX NASCAR

Brad Keselowski had high praise for Kevin Harvick’s performance at Atlanta Motor Speedway after coming in second.

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Bubba Wallace collides with Ricky Stenhouse amid blinding smoke | 2018 ATLANTA | FOX NASCAR

Bubba Wallace collides with Ricky Stenhouse as Martin Truex Jr’s car bursts into a giant cloud of smoke.

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Coca-Cola Racing Family Update from Atlanta Motor Speedway

Get an update on each driver in the Coca-Cola Racing Family at Atlanta Motor Speedway.

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Hard work and sleepless nights finally pay off for Shigeaki Hattori

After years of splitting his time between the U.S. and Japan, Shigeaki Hattori finally earned his first truck series victory.

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Lindsey Drops Career-High 32, 'Cats Comeback Falls Short At Iowa



IOWA CITY, Iowa – Northwestern closed out its regular season schedule Sunday evening, falling just short in a furious comeback attempt at Iowa, 77-70.

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Stifling Defense Leads ’Cats to Win over No. 6/7 USC, 9-5



EVANSTON, Ill. — The defense was stifling and the offense got hot at the right time in Northwestern's 9-5 victory over No. 6/7 USC at Lanny and Sharon Martin Stadium Sunday afternoon.

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Roberts Sets 3000M School Record at BU Last Chance Meet



BOSTON, Mass. – Sophomore Aubrey Roberts set a Northwestern record, and Isabel Seidel posted a personal record, in the 3000M event at the Boston University Last Chance Meet on Sunday.

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Kunaiyi-Akpanah Makes History in 63-50 Win Over Rutgers



Junior forward Pallas Kunaiyi-Akpanah became the all-time leader in single-season rebounds in Northwestern history in the Wildcats' win over Rutgers on Sunday afternoon.

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Northwestern Runs Away From St. John's In 12-3 (5) Run-Rule Win



CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. – Northwestern matched its school single-record with eight stolen bases Sunday morning at the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic, running away from St. John's for a 12-3 (5) run-rule victory on getaway day in the desert.

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LeBron stuffs the stat sheet, but Spurs take over late to snap 4-game skid

LeBron James finished one assist shy of a triple-double, but the Cavs had no answer for LaMarcus Aldridge and the Spurs down the stretch.

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Spurs rally in Cleveland to end tough rodeo trip on a good note

Even when the Spurs were on a four-game losing streak, the team kept the big picture in mind. Its positive mindset would be rewarded on a big stage.

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LeBron: Refs falling for sexy allure of shooters

LeBron James, after a loss to the Spurs in which he took only four free throws, said NBA officiating caters more to outside shooters than players who regularly drive to the basket.

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Longtime NBA agent killed in Colorado crash

Colorado authorities said longtime NBA agent Dan Fegan died in a car crash Sunday. He was 56.

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SVG: NCAA maybe worst organization in sports

Stan Van Gundy didn't mince words about the NCAA in wake of the FBI's investigation into college basketball, calling it "one of the worst organizations" in sports.

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IT: Lakers trade result of Cavs in 'panic mode'

Traded to Los Angeles after playing in only 15 games in Cleveland, Isaiah Thomas told E:60 that the Cavaliers showed desperation in sending him away.

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Reports: USD coach Smith charged with assault

San Diego basketball coach Lamont Smith, who also played for the school, was arrested on Sunday on domestic violence charges, according to multiple reports.

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Transgender Texas wrestler wins 2nd H.S. title

For the second year in a row, a transgender male wrestler has won the Texas girls' Class 6A 110-pound division, as Mack Beggs finished an undefeated season Saturday.

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Ronda Rousey puts Triple H through table, will have match at WrestleMania

Ronda Rousey made her first moves in the WWE by putting Triple H through a table and starting on the path toward her first WrestleMania match.

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Roman Reigns wins Elimination Chamber, will face Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania

Roman Reigns defeated Braun Strowman, Seth Rollins, The Miz, Finn Balor, Elias and John Cena to win the Elimination Chamber match.

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Where did 'OAR' really get us? IOC's intent again falls flat

After all of the appeals and debates and dust-ups, we wonder whether the International Olympic Committee's attempts to wrestle with Russia's complicity in doping have really changed anything at all.

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Depth in Winter 2018: The unforgettable stories from Pyeongchang

The controlled chaos of short-track speedskating. The Unified women's ice hockey team bringing North and South together. The U.S. women's hockey team ending its gold-medal drought. Here are the stories to remember from the 2018 Winter Olympics.

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Outplaying Tiger Woods just part of Sam Burns' memorable day at the Honda Classic

Before the Honda Classic, you might not have known Sam Burns from George Burns, but that changed Sunday. Just ask Tiger Woods.

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Bigger prizes must follow for Man City

It has won six trophies since 2011 and a seventh is seemingly inevitable, but Man City's objective now must be to conquer Europe.

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Jose Mourinho's changes help defeat Chelsea

The home side's initial approach did not work perfectly against its opponents' game plan, but a second-half substitution was ultimately decisive.

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MSU's Bridges confident he'll be able to play

Michigan State star Miles Bridges is confident that he'll get to play out the rest of the season and help the No. 2-ranked Spartans pursue championships after he was cleared by the NCAA to play in his team's regular-season finale Sunday.

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Olney: The players ought to own MLB's pace-of-play problem

The players should fire up their own committee to design the changes they want, using every means to reach fan-friendly game lengths.

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Thomas: Cavaliers 'were in panic mode'

Clippers' Bradley (groin) out at least a week

NBA: Patty Mills subjected to racial slurs from Cavaliers fan

Monday's sports on the air

Lakers' Randle practicing accountability these days

Detroit Pistons vs. Toronto Raptors tonight: Time, TV, radio info

Warriors have come to town to remind Knicks what's missing

NBA: Jrue Holiday's 36 points spark the Pelicans

Kevin Durant sticks up for Zaza Pachulia: 'I don't think he's trying to hurt anybody'

Pistons' Stan Van Gundy rips NCAA: 'Maybe the worst organization in sports'

Spurs stop slide, down LeBron, Cavaliers 110-94

Capela could be difference when Rockets meet Jazz

3 things to watch when the Mavericks meet the Pacers

Kenny Atkinson talks of Drazen Petrovic legacy ahead of Monday ceremony

Tyronn Lue: LeBron James 'leading by example' by playing every game

Recap: Denver Nuggets still can't solve Houston Rockets, lose 119-114

LeBron says NBA protects shooters over players attacking the rim

Olshey, Nurkic React To Death of NBA Agent Dan Fegan

Time to talk Anthony Davis for MVP

LeBron stuffs the stat sheet, but Spurs take over late to snap four-game skid

NBA roundup: Rockets win 12th straight

Pacers face Mavericks, aim for 5th straight win

Plodding Jahlil Okafor thinks he has place on fast-paced Nets

Ben Simmons' 76ers vs Wizards NBA live coverage, score, updates, video

NBA: Ben Simmons' 76ers winning streak snapped by hot-shooting Washington Wizards

Rockets beat Nuggets 119-114 for 12th straight win.

Rockets beat Nuggets 119-114 for 12th straight win

Golden State Warriors star Kevin Durant defends Zaza Pachulia as 'clumsy,' not dirty

I'll keep speaking out - LeBron

The silver lining in embarrassing Enes Kanter sequence

Trade grades: Rangers get high marks for Nash trade

One of the biggest dominoes at the 2018 NHL trade deadline fell on Sunday morning, as the Rangers shipped the veteran power forward to Boston in exchange for a package of picks, players and a prospect. Who came out ahead?

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Rangers retire Hall of Famer Ratelle's No. 19

A banner with Jean Ratelle's name and No. 19 was raised to the rafters at Madison Square Garden on Sunday night in a ceremony before the Rangers hosted the Red Wings

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Letestu lands with Blue Jackets in 3-team deal

The Blue Jackets have reacquired Mark Letestu in a three-team trade that landed Pontus Aberg with the Oilers.

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Team USA captain Gionta signs with Bruins

Brian Gionta, who was Team USA's captain at the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics, has signed a one-year contract with the Bruins.

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Canadiens trade NHL veteran Plekanec to Leafs

Veteran center Tomas Plekanec, who has spent his entire 14-year NHL career with the Montreal Canadiens, has been traded to the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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Staal away from Canes after daughter's death

Center Jordan Staal is away from the Hurricanes after the death of his infant daughter. Carolina did not announce how long Staal will be away from the team.

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Rangers trade All-Star winger Nash to Bruins

The Bruins will acquire six-time All-Star forward Rick Nash after agreeing to a trade with the Rangers.

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Trade grades: Leafs land Plekanec

It's not every trade season we get a deal between the rival Maple Leafs and Canadiens, but we did in 2018, with veteran two-way center Tomas Plekanec joining Toronto. Here's how we grade the deal for both clubs.

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Take a lap around Atlanta Motor Speedway with Kyle Larson

Take a lap around Atlanta Motor Speedway with Coca-Cola Racing Family driver Kyle Larson.

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Ryan Newman takes the lead on the opening lap in Atlanta

Ryan Newman started on the outside of Kyle Busch but quickly took the lead on the opening lap.

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Bubba Wallace reflects on second-place finish at Daytona

Bubba Wallace walks through the moments leading up to and following his debut at the Daytona 500.

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Bill & Chase Elliott talk about the return of the iconic number 9

Bill and Chase Elliott sit down with Shannon Spake to talk about Chase bringing back the iconic No. 9, and racing being a family affair.

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Northwestern Captures Fifth MFC Championship at No. 4 Ohio State



No. 9 Northwestern won its fifth ever Midwest Fencing Conference Championship on Sunday after taking home weapon group titles in sabre and foil over No. 4 Ohio State.

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Northwestern Falls in Tightly Contested Match at Harvard



Northwestern played its second tightly-contested match of the weekend Sunday afternoon, this time in Cambridge, Mass. when it visited Harvard for the final nonconference tilt before Big Ten play.

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Bourbon Continues Hot Start, Kansas Wins Rubber Match



LAWRENCE, Kan. — Northwestern dropped the rubber match to Kansas, 10-3, Sunday afternoon.

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10 steps the New Orleans Saints must take to reach Super Bowl 53

Chicago Bears 2018 Roster Turnover: Corner could end up the biggest need on the team

Realistic Free Agency Analysis: Linebackers (Minus Justin Pugh's salary)

FIFA 18 winter upgrades: Top 25 Serie A stars with refreshed ratings



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Arsenal FC news: Gunners have lost as many Wembley games this season as Tottenham… who play at Wembley!



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Arsenal FC news: Gary Neville calls players a 'disgrace' during Carabao Cup final defeat to Man City



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Sunday, February 25, 2018

New on Sports Illustrated: El 1x1 de los jugadores blaugranas en la goleada del Barça al Girona en el Camp Nou

New on Sports Illustrated: Messi Masterclass Sees Barca Stroll to Victory, Puts Pressure on Chasing Atletico

Luis Suarez had a hat trick but it was Lionel Messi (again) who shined in Barcelona's blowout of Girona.

New on Sports Illustrated: Shaq's Son Shareef O'Neal De-Commits From Arizona Amid Scandal

A day after a damning report suggested Sean Miller discussed payments for a recruit, Shaq's son Shareef O'Neal has de-committed from Arizona. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Sean Miller Will Not Coach For Arizona vs. Oregon After Damning Report; Ayton Will Play

Arizona coach Sean Miller will not coach vs. Oregon after a damning report suggested he had conversations about a payment for a recruit. 

'Cats Wrap Up Regular Season at Iowa Sunday



EVANSTON, Ill. — Northwestern plays its final contest of the regular season Sunday when it travels to Iowa. Tip time is set for 6:30 p.m.

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Northwestern Upsets No. 7 Vanderbilt, 4-2



EVANSTON, Ill. -- No. 24 Northwestern got a victory in doubles and singles wins from Alex Chatt, Erin Larner and Julie Byrne in pulling off a 4-2 victory over seventh-ranked Vanderbilt at Combe Tennis Center.

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No. 11/13 Wildcats Start Six-Game Homestand versus No. 6/7 USC



EVANSTON, Ill. — Northwestern returns home to Lanny and Sharon Martin Stadium to begin a six-game homestand when it plays host to No. 6/7 USC on Sunday at noon.

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'Cats Even Series with Kansas, Explode for 18 Runs



LAWRENCE, Kan. – Northwestern evened the series with Kansas on Saturday behind an offensive barrage in an 18-12 win.

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Two Swings Prove The Difference in 6-1 #B1GCats Loss to No. 11 Lady Vols



CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. – Northwestern dueled No. 11 Tennessee in tight fashion Saturday afternoon at the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic, with just a pair of two-out bases-loaded swings proving to be the difference in a 6-1 Wildcats loss.

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Northwestern Takes Ninth at Big Ten Championships



FINAL RESULTS (PDF)

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The Skip Report: Wisconsin In Review



NUsports.com Special Contributor Skip Myslenski reviews the Northwestern men's basketball team's Senior Night game against Wisconsin.

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Northwestern Drops Tight Battle To Wisconsin On Senior Night



ROSEMONT, Ill.—Northwestern celebrated seniors Scottie Lindsey, Bryant McIntosh and Gavin Skelly Thursday night at Allstate Arena before falling in a close battle against Wisconsin, 70-64.

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Wildcats Drop Series Opener to Jayhawks



LAWRENCE, Kan. — Northwestern cut into Kansas' four-run lead in the top of the sixth by plating a pair, but it was not enough as the Jayhawks held on to take game one of the series, 4-2, Friday night.

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Northwestern Outduels San Diego State in Extras, 3-0 (8)



CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. – For the second time this season, Northwestern and San Diego State dueled into extra innings, and for the second time this year the Wildcats broke through in the top of the eighth to earn a victory, this time topping the Aztecs, 3-0 (8), Friday at the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic.

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This time, it's Golden State's turn to blow out Oklahoma City

After a slow start marred by poor shooting, the Warriors broke open a close game against the Thunder for a statement win.

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Westbrook on Pachulia: 'He tried to hurt me'

A heated Russell Westbrook went off on Zaza Pachulia on Saturday night, accusing the Warriors center of intentionally falling on his leg and trying to hurt him late in the third quarter of a game Golden State won 112-80.

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Butler avoids ACL tear, has injured meniscus

An MRI revealed that Timberwolves guard Jimmy Butler suffered a right meniscus injury. The team has not announced how much time he will miss. Butler injured his knee in the third quarter of Minnesota's Friday road loss to Houston.

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Jags keep Bortles on 3-year deal through '20

The Jaguars are out of the quarterback market after re-signing Blake Bortles to a three-year extension. The $54 million deal could be worth up to $66.5 million with incentives and includes $26.5 million guaranteed, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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Shaq's son Shareef decommits from Arizona

A day after the FBI revealed wiretaps from Sean Miller discussing payments, ESPN 2018 top-30 prospect and Arizona commit Shareef O'Neal, son of Shaquille, announced he was reopening his recruitment.

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Despite probe, Sexton plays in loss to Arkansas

Alabama point guard Collin Sexton played for the Crimson Tide on Saturday, a day after being one of the Division I players named in a Yahoo! Sports report as possibly breaking NCAA rules through violations uncovered by the FBI.

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Miller doesn't coach Arizona game amid probe

Sean Miller didn't coach Arizona's loss Saturday to Oregon in the wake of an ESPN report that detailed his involvement in a discussion to pay star freshman Deandre Ayton $100,000 to attend the school. Ayton scored 28 points in Saturday's game.

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IOC upholds ban; no Russian flag for athletes

The International Olympic Committee has upheld its ban of Russia from the Pyeongchang Olympics, denying the country the chance to march into Sunday's closing ceremony under its own flag.

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Ayton family lawyer: Allegations are false

A lawyer representing the family of Deandre Ayton called allegations involving the Arizona star freshman false and urged the FBI, the NCAA and the university to come out publicly and clear his name.

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Russians take first men's hockey gold since '92

A power-play goal by Kirill Kaprizov in overtime lifted the Russians to the gold medal in men's hockey with a 4-3 win over Germany at the Olympics.

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Stephens scores controversial finish of Emmett

Jeremy Stephens strengthened his case for a title shot after a vicious second-round knockout of Josh Emmett on Saturday at UFC Fight Night, but controversy followed due to a series of potentiallly illegal strikes that came just before the stoppage.

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Tiger back seven but 'overall' pleased at Honda

Tiger Woods is seven strokes off the lead and optimistic about his play entering the final round of the Honda Classic.

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Everything you need to know about the college basketball scandal

A comprehensive breakdown of the teams, players, coaches and others implicated in the scandal engulfing college basketball.

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Calipari: No talk with Knox about FBI probe

Kentucky freshman Kevin Knox deflected questions Saturday about alleged ties to a sports agent and a report detailing the FBI's investigation into college basketball recruiting.

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Coach K 'very confident' about Carter eligibility

After Duke freshman Wendell Carter Jr. was named in a Yahoo! Sports report detailing the FBI's ongoing investigation into illegal recruiting practices, coach Mike Krzyzewski explained how the school handled Carter's clearance to play on Saturday.

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Bridges, Sexton, 2 others eligible amid probe

Michigan State's Miles Bridges, Alabama's Collin Sexton, USC's Chimezie Metu and Kentucky's Kevin Knox have been cleared by their schools Saturday, a day after being named in documents that detailed possible NCAA rules violations.

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Sources: Sean Miller talked payment on wiretap

FBI wiretaps intercepted multiple conversations between Arizona basketball coach Sean Miller and sports agent Christian Dawkins in which Miller discussed a $100,000 payment to ensure star freshman Deandre Ayton signed with the Wildcats, sources told ESPN.

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'Disgusted' Fox says blame 'starts with coaches'

As a wide-ranging FBI investigation continues to send shock waves through college basketball, Georgia coach Mark Fox said Saturday that he is "past anger, sadness" and is "disgusted with how people have treated our game."

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Etch it in stones, U.S. curlers make history and cap incredible run with a gold medal

The Americans went on an improbable run and beat powerhouses on their way to an Olympic gold medal in curling -- the first Olympic gold for Team USA in the sport.

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Kyle Mack lands a frontside 1440 bloody Dracula for silver: 'I'm doing this for snowboarding'

Five of nine gold medals and half of all of the American medals have been won by the U.S. snowboard and freeski teams in Pyeongchang.

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Sor Rungvisai scores narrow win over Estrada

In an intense slugfest, Srisaket Sor Rungvisai emerged with a majority decision victory over Juan Francisco Estrada to retain his junior bantamweight world title Saturday night at The Forum.

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Nietes stops Reveco; Arroyo outpoints Cuadras

Flyweight world titleholder Donnie Nietes dominated Juan Carlos Reveco in a KO victory, and McWilliams Arroyo surprised Carlos Cuadras for a majority-decision win at Superfly 2 on Saturday.

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The most unappreciated baseball trait? Strength

Giancarlo Stanton and Aaron Judge add size and power to the Yankees' lineup that is attracting attention this season, sparking memories of some of baseball's strongest players.

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Joe Maddon goes deep on impact of limiting mound visits

Sign stealing? Sure, that's part of it. But there's another way the Cubs skipper thinks MLB's rule changes could hurt his pitchers even more.

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Lowe's 10 things: Uber-LeBron, Celtics unis and future All-Star Games

This week's highlights include James deciding to be unstoppable, a potent trick for sneaky guards, cranky Marc Gasol and more.

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What's it like to guard Harden? Just 'hope he misses'

The Rockets' MVP front-runner is a nightly headache for opponents. Players who have been tasked with checking The Beard share why he's among the NBA's most unstoppable forces equipped with an unguardable shot -- the step-back 3.

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Seven free-agent offers for Kirk Cousins, and the one he should take

Just how much will the quarterback make when he hits the open market next month, and what could the contract he signs look like? We crafted offers for the seven most likely teams -- and picked the best.

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NFL quarterback carousel: The likelihood of every possible match

Take a spin through the 2018 QB merry-go-round by matching up the signal-callers who could be available this offseason with the teams that need help.

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Jaguars now must put pieces around Bortles

Now that Jacksonville has committed to Blake Bortles it needs to put more talent around him, primarily at wide receiver and tight end.

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Steelers, Martavis Bryant seem destined for eventual divorce

The Steelers may not be actively shopping Bryant, but they're likely keeping all options open as the talented WR enters a contract year.

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KD commits $10M to help kids in his hometown

Bar has been set for Knicks' point guard solution

Trey Burke ties renaissance with Knicks to renewed faith

Russell Westbrook: Zaza Pachulia 'tried to hurt me' with dubious fall

Caldwell-Pope's season-high 34 points help Lakers top Kings

Westbrook on Pachulia's fall: 'He tried to hurt me'

Al Horford: Joakim Noah always wanted to be a Knick

Jazz edge Mavericks 97-90 for 12th win in 13 games

Jay Triano on Suns' loss to Trail Blazers

76ers seek longest winning streak since 2003

Did Zaza Pachulia intentionally fall on Russell Westbrook?

Embiid leads Sixers past Magic for 7th straight win

Teague scores 25 to lead Butler-less Wolves past Bulls

Timberwolves pull away in 4th to overcome loss of Butler, down Bulls

Líderes en la NBA

Lakers look to retain defensive intensity after lapses before All-Star break

Blake Griffin trade culmination of Detroit Pistons efforts to get star

NBA Preview: New Orleans Pelicans hope to continue dominant ways against Milwaukee Bucks

Houston Rockets vs. Denver Nuggets game preview

What the Jimmy Butler injury means for the Trail Blazers

Heat earn rare easy win with 115-89 blowout victory vs Grizzlies

Before he looked 'like a blur going to the rim' Heat guard had a reboot during break

NBA wrap: Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant help Warriors dominate Thunder

How the Mavericks' locker room could be affected by the organization's allegations

NCAA Notes: Harry Froling done at Marquette? Could Xavir cooks make the leap to the NBA? Jock Landale gets Player of the Year hype

After 2 lopsided losses to OKC, Durant leads Warriors rout

GAME RECAP: Heat 115, Grizzlies 89

NBA: Golden State Warriors defeat Oklahoma City Thunder, results, scores, video

NBA roundup: After two lopsided losses to Thunder, Kevin Durant leads Warriors rout

Johnson scores 23 to help Heat beat reeling Grizzlies 115-89

Devils retire jersey of all-time scorer Elias

The New Jersey Devils retired career scoring leader Patrik Elias' No. 26 jersey in a ceremony before their game against the New York Islanders on Saturday.

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Sabres sit Kane with trade deadline looming

The Buffalo Sabres held out forward Evander Kane from Saturday night's matchup against the Washington Capitals.

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Oilers trade defenseman Davidson to Isles

The New York Islanders have traded for Edmonton Oilers defenseman Brandon Davidson, the teams announced Saturday.

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Senators trade Brassard to Pens in 3-team deal

The Penguins acquired center Derick Brassard from the Senators on Friday night in a three-team deal that sent defenseman Ian Cole to Ottawa and forward Ryan Reaves to the Vegas Golden Knights.

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Leafs' Matthews has MRI on injured shoulder

Toronto forward Auston Matthews will miss the Maple Leafs' game Saturday against the Boston Bruins because of a shoulder injury.

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Islanders, Bailey agree to six-year, $30M deal

The New York Islanders and forward Josh Bailey have agreed to a six-year, $30 million deal.

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Germany upsets Canada, to play OAR for gold

Germany upset Canada 4-3 in the semifinals of the men's hockey tournament at the Pyeongchang Olympics and will face the Russians for the gold medal on Sunday.

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Where should Karlsson, Nash, Pacioretty and more be traded?

Where should Rick Nash be traded before Monday's deadline? What about Erik Karlsson? Here's your chance to weigh in on the trade destinations for the top stars rumored to be on the block ahead of the Feb. 26 trade deadline.

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Weekly Reader: Trade deadline X factors

For different reasons, the Senators and Golden Knights will have an oversized impact on the trade deadline. We preview what could be a wild weekend, along with the Jersey Foul of the Week, a potential Olympic return for the NHL, puck headlines and more.

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Eli Tomac wins 450 main battle with Musquin in Tampa | 2018 MONSTER ENERGY SUPERCROSS

Eli Tomac gets the better of Marvin Musquin at the 450 main in Tampa, and takes home his 4th win of the year.

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Austin Forkner wins 250 East main event at Tampa | 2018 MONSTER ENERGY SUPERCROSS

Austin Forkner holds off Dylan Ferrandis to win the 250 main event in Tampa.

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Chad Reed makes history with his 228th career start | 2018 MONSTER ENERGY SUPERCROSS

Chad Reed makes Supercross history with his 228th main event start, breaking the record of 227 held by Mike LaRocco

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Blake Baggett flies into the catchfence while leading | 2018 MONSTER ENERGY SUPERCROSS

Blake Baggett flies off his bike into the new safety netting above the tough blocks and then climbs his way down and keeps going.

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Brett Moffitt’s daring moves propels him to the win at Atlanta | 2018 TRUCK SERIES | FOX NASCAR

NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Highlights: Brett Moffitt's daring 3-wide move on the final restart propels him to the victory at Atlanta Motor Speedway.

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Kyle Busch loses tire late after dominating performance | 2018 TRUCK SERIES | FOX NASCAR

NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Highlights: Kyle led much of the truck race at Atlanta but a mistake on pit road late cost him the win.

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Kevin Harvick cruises to the win in Atlanta | 2018 NASCAR XFINITY SERIES | FOX NASCAR

Kevin Harvick dominates the Folds of Honor QuickTrip 500 and takes home his fifth win at Atlanta.

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Cole Custer suffers hard crash early at Atlanta | 2018 NASCAR XFINITY SERIES | FOX NASCAR

NASCAR Xfinity Series Highlights: Cole Custer gets loose after contact with John Hunter Nemechek and slams hard into the outside wall.

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Jeff Emig's InFROmation - Tampa | 2018 MONSTER ENERGY SUPERCROSS

Jeff Emig gives you everything you need to know for round 8 of the 2018 season from Tampa, Florida

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Drivers like slipping and sliding on old Atlanta track

HAMPTON, Ga. (AP) For NASCAR drivers, the 21-year-old track surface at Atlanta Motor Speedway feels like their favorite, old friend.

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Premier League round-up: Liverpool rout West Ham as forward trio all score, Newcastle let slip two-goal lead



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Liverpool 4-1 West Ham: Reds rated and slated



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Saturday, February 24, 2018

New on Sports Illustrated: Why Hasn’t the NBA Solved Its Isiah Thomas Problem?

The NBA reacted quickly to sexual harassment claims within the Dallas Mavericks franchise. So, with the league taking all the proper steps, what's Isiah Thomas still doing on NBATV? 

New on Sports Illustrated: West Ham Star Admits He's Relishing Chance to Face Virgil van Dijk After Scintillating Recent Form

New on Sports Illustrated: Man City Women vs Chelsea Ladies Preview: Previous Encounter, Key Battle, Team News & More

New on Sports Illustrated: Marcus Peters Now Burdened with the Question of What Went Wrong in Kansas City

The Chiefs knew what they were getting when they drafted Marcus Peters. Now as he's traded away to the Rams, the talented cornerback draws the short end of the stick. If Kansas City is successful in 2018, the franchise will reap the praise. But Peters? He'll be shrouded by questions of many wondering what went wrong in K.C.

New on Sports Illustrated: Watch: Harlem Globetrotters Pay a Special Visit to High School Player With Down Syndrome

New Jersey high school student Kate Spadaro is having a good week. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Barcelona Defender Left Embarrassed as Benfica Fail in Attempt to Terminate Loan Deal Early

New on Sports Illustrated: On Loan Goalkeeper Casts Doubt Over Future With Newcastle Following Recent Move

New on Sports Illustrated: HBO Releases Full Trailer for ‘Paterno’ Movie, Announces Release Date

The full trailer for HBO’s Joe Paterno movie is here. 

Arsenal news: Arsene Wenger admits his side might be 'underdogs' for EFL Cup Final clash with Manchester City



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Six Nations: France 34-17 Italy - Azzurri's Six Nations misery continues in Marseille



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Hull City 1-0 Sheffield United: Nouha Dicko goal stuns Blades in spite of fan protests



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Grimbsy Town would 'have a chat' with ex-Arsenal defender Sol Campbell over vacant managerial position



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European Football Show Podcast on talkSPORT 2, February 23, 2018



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FIFA 18 winter upgrades: Top 25 Premier League stars with refreshed ratings



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'I'm not interested' - Chelsea boss Antonio Conte refuses to talk about rivalry with Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho



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Ex-Liverpool and Chelsea striker Fernando Torres on the verge of move to Chinese side Dalian Yifang



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Hawksbee and Jacobs daily - Friday, February 23



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Manchester United FC transfer news: Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid emerge as rivals for Mauro Icardi



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Derrell Edwards makes NASCAR history

When Austin Dillon took the checkered flag, another landmark was reached as Derrell Edwards became the first African-American over-the-wall pit crew member to win the Daytona 500.

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Kyle Busch nips Newman to win pole at Atlanta Motor Speedway

HAMPTON, Ga. (AP) Darrell ''Bubba'' Wallace Jr. was the hot topic even as Kyle Busch won the pole Friday at Atlanta Motor Speedway.

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Kevin Harvick remembers the race that changed his life

Atlanta Motor Speedway in 2001 was the race that changed Kevin Harvick's life forever.

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Austin Dillon reunites with young fan who gave him the lucky penny before his Daytona 500 win

Austin Dillon and Jordan Wade tell 'NASCAR Race Hub' the story behind the lucky penny.

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Austin Dillon & spotter Andy Houston walk you through the final lap of their Daytona 500 victory

Austin Dillon, car owner Richard Childress , spotter Andy Houston, and crew chief Justin Alexander walk 'NASCAR Race Hub' through the thrilling final lap of the Daytona 500 win.

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Jonathan Martin posts a very disturbing message

Why the Detroit Lions should take Harold Landry in the 2018 NFL draft

QB Carousel and how it will affect FA and the draft

Former NFL player detained by police after Instagram post

DESTINATION DALLAS: DRIVE TO THE NFL DRAFT

Still no contract talks between Dez, Cowboys

What do the Oakland Raiders need to reach the playoffs in 2018?

Green Bay Packers defensive lineman Mike Daniels reveals the Corner Backs he'd like to see on the Packers in 2018

Panthers coach Ron Rivera proves that curling is not easy

Gridiron to the diamond: What does the NFL's all-baseball roster look like?

Next Gen Stats: Why Dak Prescott was the best tight-window passer in football in 2017

Colts sign Tyrell Adams

LSU Corner Back Donte Jackson reveals who he believes is the best LSU alumnus in the NFL today

More than 100,000 fans already signed up for NFL draft lottery

Kellen Moore moving from player to QB coach for Cowboys

Dolphins expected to cut tight end Julius Thomas

Report: Trey Burton expected to leave Eagles in free agency

Jaguars release RB Ivory

Seahawks announce full 2018 coaching staff, including 3 changes

Jaguars extend all their key leaders

Top 10 Myles Garrett plays | 2017 season

Chris Ivory: Jacksonville Jaguars cut veteran RB

Jaguars release veteran RB Chris Ivory

Chiefs reportedly trading CB Marcus Peters to Rams

A Look At The Redskins' 2018 Free Agents

Trevor Siemian on teammates recruiting Kirk Cousins: Part of the deal

2018 NFL Mock Draft: Here's what happens if you pick guys solely by college careers

Report: TE Bennett wants to continue career

NFL 2018 Offseason Preview, NFC West: 49ers can become contender, Rams need to keep core in place

Steph still straw that stirs drink for Warriors

Randle Records Triple-Double vs Mavericks | Feb. 23, 2018

Ball makes Lakers return after 6-week layoff

Kings host Lakers following narrow loss to Thunder

Randle stars, Ball returns in Lakers' 124-102 win over Mavs

NBA scores and news: Anthony Davis stars for New Orleans, LeBron James triple-double

Jazz host Mavericks looking to start new winning streak

19 three-pointers not good enough as Mavericks get waxed by Lakers

Nance, Hill help turn Cleveland's defense around in bounce-back win

Trail Blazers take on skidding Suns

As Spurs struggle on the road without Kawhi, Pop says team has to 'play for themselves'

The next test for Knicks' young PG trio? Kyrie Irving

Butler awaits scan on knee after injury against Rockets

NBA roundup: Bucks end Raptors' 7-game streak with OT win

Lakers rout Mavs in Ball's return

Rick Carlisle issues nonsensical response to question about Dennis Smith Jr.

NBA Standings

Julius Randle's triple-double leads Lakers to defeat of Mavericks in Lonzo Ball's return

Oladipo fires no-look pass to Turner for the slam

NBA: Davis, Jokic star with huge performances

GAME RECAP: Blazers 100, Jazz 81

Bucks beat Raptors in overtime, Rockets and Cavs win

Celtics strong out of the break, rout Pistons 110-98

Jimmy Butler suffers non-contact leg injury in Timberwolves loss at Houston

Clippers use fast start to bury sinking Suns

GAME RECAP: Clippers 128, Suns 117

Thunder-Warriors III Is a Reminder of How Much Kevin Durant Has Evolved

Mavs coach Rick Carlisle responds to reporter with the most epic non-answer

James records triple-double as Cavs defeat Grizzlies 112-89

Rockets beat Timberwolves 120-102 for 11th straight win

Panthers honor school shooting victims in win

On a night when the Panthers honored the victims of last week's shooting at nearby Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, goalie Roberto Luongo delivered a stirring speech to the crowd during a somber pregame tribute.

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Rangers ship leading scorer Grabner to Devils

The Rangers have traded leading scorer Michael Grabner to the New Jersey Devils for a second-round draft pick and prospect Yegor Rykov.

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Eruzione's Miracle on Ice stick sells for $290K

The hockey stick that Mike Eruzione used to score the winning goal in the famed Miracle on Ice game against the Soviet Union during the 1980 Winter Olympics sold for $290,000 to a private collector.

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Olympians who could step into an NHL lineup right away

Could Jordan Greenway, who made an impact for Team USA whenever he was on the ice in Pyeongchang, join the Wild this season? He and Finnish winger Eeli Tolvanen, the Predators' top 2017 draft pick, are among the Olympic standouts who look NHL-ready.

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Olympic hockey daily: Canada stunned by Germany

Woe, Canada. Germany, which last medaled in hockey in 1976, shocked the Canadians to advance to the men's gold-medal game against OAR. And the NHL announced it will honor the champion U.S. women at an outdoor game between the Capitals and Maple Leafs.

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Power Rankings: A trade deadline to-do list for every team

Should the Golden Knights go for it all and keep James Neal? Could the Lightning land Erik Karlsson? Will the bullish Bruins snag another blueliner? This week, we prescribe what moves -- or non-moves -- every franchise should make by Monday's deadline.

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Fantasy hockey forecaster: Feb. 26-Mar. 4

Sean Allen breaks down fantasy hockey matchup data heading into the week of Feb. 26-Mar. 4 and analyzes potential fantasy value among big names on the trading block.

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Gary Bettman hits back at NBC's ratings decline claim

Mark Lazarus, chairman of NBC Broadcasting & Sports, declared that the NHL's absence from the Olympics hurt hockey ratings everywhere. Speaking at the MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman bristled at the suggestion.

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Trade grades: Brassard to the Penguins, Cole to Senators, Reaves to Vegas

Last year, Derick Brassard battled the Penguins in the Eastern Conference finals. Now the center, whom Pittsburgh acquired from the Senators in a three-way deal that sent Ian Cole to Ottawa and Ryan Reaves to Vegas -- will help the Pens try to three-peat.

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NHL trade deadline: Trade Grades for every big deal

Emily Kaplan and Greg Wyshynski grade every major deal leading up to the NHL trade deadline on Feb. 26.

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Dion Lewis' 5 best non-Patriots fits in NFL free agency

Friday, February 23, 2018

New on Sports Illustrated: Jameis Winston Walks Away Uninjured From Car Accident, Cited for Careless Driving

The Buccaneers quarterback could also face a fine for careless driving.

New on Sports Illustrated: NBA Launching Confidential Hotline for Workplace Misconduct

Teams are being asked to review their respect in the workplace policies.

New on Sports Illustrated: Talkin' Top Chef, Episode 12: It's a Family Affair

There are only four chefs remaining, and this week's exciting episode includes a trip to a Rockies ranch and a family-inspired challenge.

New on Sports Illustrated: Drexel Pulls Off Biggest Comeback in Division I History After Overcoming 34-Point Deficit

With two minutes and 36 seconds left in the first half, Drexel trailed Delaware 53-19.

New on Sports Illustrated: Larry Nance Jr. Will Wear Father's Retired No. 22 With Cavaliers

Larry Nance Jr. was originally wearing No. 24 with the Cavaliers.

New on Sports Illustrated: Report: Panthers Could Sell for as Much as $2.8 Billion

There are already multiple people who are rumored to be interested in buying the Panthers.

New on Sports Illustrated: Dortmund Striker Batshuayi Racially Abused at Game in Italy

The Belgium international, on loan from Chelsea, tweeted: “2018 and still racists monkey noises in the stands ... really ?!”

New on Sports Illustrated: Watch: Derrick Rose Shooting In An Empty Gym at Cleveland State Feels Like a New Low

This is not the Derrick Rose I will choose to remember. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Panthers Honor Victims of Parkland High School Shooting

A moment of silence was held before the game. 

New on Sports Illustrated: NCAA Rules Arizona's Allonzo Trier Ineligible; University Says It Will Appeal Decision

The NCAA has ruled Arizona guard Allonzo Trier ineligible for a second positive PED test. The university plans to appeal the decision. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Marshall Football Player Dies From New Year's Day Gunshot Wound

Marshall University football player Lawrence Aaron III died from complications from a gunshot wound.

New on Sports Illustrated: Report: Missouri Freshman Michael Porter Jr. Has Been Cleared For All Basketball Activities

Missouri freshman Michael Porter Jr has reportedly been cleared for all basketball activities. The likely top-five pick has played just two minutes this year. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Arsenal Loses at Home to Ostersund, Still Advances to Europa League Last 16

Arsenal was given a scare by the Swedish upstart, but Sead Kolasinac's goal provided the breathing room necessary to advance.

New on Sports Illustrated: Schmelzer's Late Strike Sees Dortmund Through to Europa League Last 16

Borussia Dortmund edged Atalanta after a late error allowed for Marcel Schmelzer to score the decisive goal.

New on Sports Illustrated: AC Milan Finishes Off Ludogorets to Advance to Europa League Last 16

AC Milan followed a 3-0 first-leg win with a 1-0 triumph to advance in the Europa League.

New on Sports Illustrated: Police Officer Dies of Heart Attack After Spartak Moscow, Athletic Bilbao Fan Riot

A police officer died of a heart attack trying to stop riots between Spartak Moscow and Athletic Bilbao fans on Thursday.

Sportsday Podcast on talkSPORT 2: February 23, 2018



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Arsenal 1-2 (agg 4-2) Ostersunds FK: Rob Holding admits his side can perform better following shock defeat to Europa League minnows



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Premier League Preview Show - Thursday 22 February



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Arsenal 1-2 (agg 4-2) Ostersunds FK: Gunners progress to Europa League last 16 despite dreadful defeat



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Arsenal 1-2 (agg 4-2) Ostersunds FK: Gunners rated and slated



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The 72 on talkSPORT 2 – Football League podcast on Thursday, February 22



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Zenit St Petersburg 3-0 (agg 3-1) Celtic: Brendan Rodgers' side out of Europa League with a whimper



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Zenit St Petersburg 3-0 Celtic (agg 3-1): Hoops rated and slated



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Arsenal v Ostersunds FK confirmed line-ups: Mkhitaryan and Welbeck start



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'I'm one of the greatest minds in football', says Sol Campbell after being turned down for Oxford manager's job



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What to make of Lamar Jackson?

A possible return to the Black and Gold?

New Orleans Saints assistant Aaron Glenn to be inducted into Texas Black Sports Hall of Fame

Where have the wideouts gone? Explaining the recent bust rate for first-round WRs

NFL: Veteran kicker Vinatieri signs with Colts for further year

James Winchester is trying to recruit Aaron Colvin to the Chiefs

QB Lamar Jackson enters NFL scouting combine as most polarizing player