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Tip-off for tonight’s Knicks vs Rockets game is at 8 PM ET on NBC and Peacock.
Can Mauricio Pochettino’s USMNT bounce back after a hammering by Belgium? Next up: fifth-ranked Portugal.
2026 World Cup Crystal Globe winner Mikaela Shiffrin talks with Cara Banks about her record-tying overall World Cup title, reflecting on her achievements from the season and more.
NFL Draft Analyst Connor Rogers shares his 2026 EDGE rankings, which include two potential stars in David Bailey and Rueben Bain Jr.
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NFL
The expanded assistance plan will only be implemented if the NFL and NFLRA do not agree on a new CBA.
The NFL has approved a rules change that will eliminate the kicking team’s incentive to intentionally kick the ball out of bounds when kicking off from the 50-yard line.
There are no more restrictions on when a team can attempt an onside kick.
While all indications are that the Raiders will select Fernando Mendoza next month, Las Vegas’ HC said Tuesday he’d prefer to have a veteran for a rookie QB to learn behind.
NBA
Ujiri discussed his hopes for the WNBA team and his desire to eventually return to an NBA front office.
Tip-off for tonight’s Trail Blazers vs Clippers game is at 11 PM ET on NBC and Peacock.
Portland Trail Blazers at Los Angeles Clippers Game Preview
There are also some games with important seeding implications, including the Trail Blazers at the Clippers.
MLB
Shane Baz’s five-year, $68 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles would escalate by $12.5 million if he wins Cy Young Awards in 2028 and 2029.
The right-hander allowed one run and four hits over four innings of a 4-2 loss to the Cleveland Guardians, striking out four and walking two in his first major league start since May 9.
Salvador Perez and the Kansas City Royals have been baseball’s best at utilizing their robot challenges through the first weekend of the Automated Ball-Strike System.
Jorge Montanez breaks down all of the relevant injury news around the league over the last week.
Premier League
Every moment of pretty much any major sporting event can be dissected in high-definition these days, and officials and umpires are spending more and more time staring at a TV screen to review close calls. It’s also led to a type of sign language unique to the sports world.
Mohamed Salah will leave Liverpool at the end of the current season, bringing an end to one of the greatest individual careers in Premier League history.
Everything you ever wanted to know about Americans in the Premier League, from total PL appearances to the five U.S. born players to play in the PL and not (yet) represent the full United States men’s national team.
The Generation xG crew examines how the Toffees “pounced” on Chelsea’s defensive vulnerabilities at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
March Madness 2026
Nicole Auerbach and John Fanta react to No. 2 UConn’s last-second victory over No. 1 Duke for a trip to the Final Four thanks to freshman Braylon Mullins’ game-winning three-pointer.
The ninth NCAA tourney meeting between the Huskies and the Irish was their first with a spot in the Final Four on the line.
Nicole Auerbach and John Fanta discuss whether they think Illinois or Michigan can bring the NCAA Tournament title back to the Big Ten for the first time in over 25 years, including their picks for both Final Four games.
Arizona is back among the sport’s elite. Illinois has a chance to win its first title. The Big Ten may have a team that can cut down those nets on Monday night. And UConn returns to the Final Four.
Betts had 23 points, 10 rebounds and five blocks to help UCLA rally from a rare halftime deficit and beat Duke 70-58 on Sunday, advancing to the national semifinals for the second straight season.
The 2026 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament tips off in all its glory on Wednesday, March 18.
March Madness 2026 is finally here! Find out how to watch every single game of the tournament and more.
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Motor Sports
The founder of Hendrick Motorsports had a message that he wanted the crew chief for Chase Elliott to deliver to his team, and it set the tone for their first victory of the season.
Ryan Villopoto and Ricky Carmichael highlight what makes Cole Davies so “amazing” at handling the whoops, evidenced by his precision and “discipline” with them from Round 11 in Detroit.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto review Cooper Webb’s move on Jorge Prado in Detroit, comparing it to Evan Ferry’s on Pierce Brown in Birmingham, which adds to the inconsistent rulings this season.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto break down the whoops section at Detroit Supercross and the conditions that led to much chaos on the track.
Rotoworld
A surprising Padres starter and two early bat speed gainers are recommended grabs this week.
Rivers McCown takes stock of how free agency and the offseason have changed the fantasy outlooks of a handful of running backs.
Cole Huff reveals the players you should lean on to take home a fantasy basketball championship.
While Maxey wasn’t dropped at the time of his injury, George’s 25-game suspension may have landed him on a few more waiver wires than expected.
The Young Bull has been on a scoring binge, and he can help fantasy managers with four games during Championship Week.
Eric Samulski lists his favorite streaming starts of the week and discusses some key pitch mix changes.
Betting
Portland Trail Blazers at Los Angeles Clippers Game Preview
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Chicago Bulls at San Antonio Spurs Game Preview
Detroit Pistons at Oklahoma City Thunder Game Preview
Golf
Tiger Woods’ movements were slow and lethargic, he was sweating as he talked to deputies, and he told them he had taken prescription medication earlier in the morning, according to the incident report released from the Martin County Sheriff’s Office.
Dan Patrick reflects on Tiger Woods’ arrest for suspected DUI and says someone in Woods’ life needs to step in.
Woodland looked better than ever at Memorial Park, taking a one-shot lead into the final round and stretching it to seven shots until coasting home to a trophy.
Nicolai Hojgaard reflected on his performance at the Texas Children’s Houston Open while also giving his flowers to Gary Woodland for his emotional win.
Watch the best moments form the final round of the PGA Tour’s Texas Children’s Houston Open at Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston, Texas.
An emotional Gary Woodland talks with Cara Banks after winning the Texas Children’s Open about hoping to be an inspiration for people who are struggling.
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No. 11 seed Nebraska plays sixth-seeded Baylor on Friday in the Round of 64.
Dontae Horne scored 25 points as the Panthers make their third tournament appearance after going 5-27 last season.
For all the media concern about how much he didn’t play this season, there is still a good chance he goes No. 1.
As George Costanza learned in his effort to be known as T-Bone, it’s not easy to create your own nickname.
The Rams have abandoned a pair of proposed rule changes.
