NBA Showtime previews a pair of Game 2s on Wednesday, discussing how the 76ers will “get their legs back” and the adjustments needed by Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs.
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The Detroit Pistons take Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Cavaliers after fending off a late charge by Cleveland in the fourth quarter.
Nicole Auerbach and Joshua Perry discuss if the NCAA Tournament’s expansion makes a similar move more or less likely for the College Football Playoff.
Dallas Mavericks President Masai Ujiri joins NBA Showtime to discuss what drew him most to his role, staying confident in a heavily criticized role, working with his players, and much more.
Robbie Earle and Robbie Mustoe unpack Manchester City’s dramatic 3-3 draw with Everton that saw Pep Guardiola’s side drop two points in the title race to give Arsenal some breathing room.
152nd Kentucky Derby
Cherie DeVaux becomes the first female trainer to win the Run for the Roses after Golden Tempo makes an electrifying run on the outside to win the 152nd Kentucky Derby.
Golden Tempo and Cherie DeVaux made history in an unforgettable 152nd Kentucky Derby.
Take a bird’s-eye view of Golden Tempo’s winning surge entering the final stretch in the 152nd Kentucky Derby.
Cherie DeVaux talks with Nick Luck after her historic Kentucky Derby win and what it’s like to be the first female trainer to win the Run for the Roses.
The Kentucky derby is a cultural event unlike any other. Check out some of the best looks from the 2026 Run for the Roses.
Winning jockey Jose Oritz talks about achieving his dream of a Kentucky Derby victory in front of his family.
Here is a breakdown of how the $5 million purse will be divvied up.
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NFL
18 games is a matter of when, not if.
The Steelers’ recent decision to apply the unrestricted free agency tender to quarterback Aaron Rodgers has sparked speculation as to whether Rodgers may be thinking about signing with another team.
With no corroboration and a shaky performance by the alleged victim, the prosecutor shouldn’t have pushed the case.
The Broncos have agreed to terms with linebacker Red Murdock, Benjamin Allbright of KOA Colorado reports.
MLB
The 27-year-old Diaz is hitting .248 with two home runs and 14 RBIs in 26 games this season.
Provided he doesn’t get bad news about his hand, Roman Anthony could be a good buy-low candidate in fantasy baseball.
Is Davis Martin’s white-hot start for the White Sox sustainable? Eric Samulski offers his thoughts.
Eric Samulski evaluates what Bryce Eldridge can bring to the Giants and fantasy baseball rosters.
NBA Playoffs
All the games — times, dates, where to watch — in one easy-to-check-out location.
Go inside the mind of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, from his origins in Canada to his always get better mentality that has him skyrocketing to stardom in the NBA.
NBA Showtime discusses what stood out most in the Minnesota Timberwolves’ statement win over the Spurs to open the West semis and tip their cap to Chris Finch for the way he utilized Anthony Edwards.
NBA Showtime unpacks the good and the bad from the New York Knicks’ dominant win over the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1 of the East semis.
Chet Holmgren joins NBA Showtime to recap the Thunder’s win over the Lakers in Game 1, where he “kept it simple” in dropping a team-high 24 points and stayed aggressive with his shots.
Mike Conley joins NBA Showtime to discuss the Timberwolves’ formula in neutralizing Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs, staying prepared when his number is called, and what makes Minnesota different.
Robbie Hummel, Noah Eagle, and Grant Hill break down Detroit’s Game 1 win over Cleveland, highlighting the Pistons’ balanced team effort and late game execution.
Premier League
Robbie Earle and Robbie Mustoe react to Manchester United’s stunning 3-2 win over rivals Liverpool at Old Trafford to clinch Champions League qualification for next season.
Robbie Earle and Robbie Mustoe heap praise on a revitalized Tottenham Hotspur team that displayed huge improvements against Aston Villa under the tutelage of Roberto De Zerbi.
Robbie Earle and Robbie Mustoe react to Arsenal’s impressive and dominant victory over Fulham at the Emirates to go top of the table after Matchweek 35.
We are officially at the business end of the season with just one Premier League side, Arsenal, still in the race for the European Cup.
Motor Sports
It’s (practically) a winner-take-all scenario between Ken Roczen and Hunter Lawrence this week in the Supercross season finale.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto dive into another crash between Cooper Webb and Jorge Prado in Denver and what may happen between the two riders as the SMX season progresses.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto examine what will make the difference between Ken Roczen and Hunter Lawrence’s Supercross 450 title chase in Round 17.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto look at Kayden Minear losing his transfer spot after being bumped off the track before the finish line and call for a rule revision to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Rotoworld
Two high-upside starters and a hopefully-hard-hitting catcher make the cut this week.
Josh Allen, Puka Nacua, Bijan Robinson and Trey McBride highlight Matthew Berry’s updated rankings.
After being one of the biggest surprise picks in the draft, 49ers receiver De’Zhaun Stribling is now a first-round pick in rookie drafts.
Jorge Montanez breaks down all of the relevant injury news around the league over the last week.
Fallout and ramifications for the Tigers and fantasy managers.
The Cubs headline four NL Central teams in the top 10 in this week’s rankings.
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Golf
Phil Mickelson also is out of the PGA Championship.
The Zurich Classic of New Orleans is the latest PGA Tour event to announce its dates for a 2027 season that is looking to be similar to this year, minus Hawaii.
Jon Rahm has resolved his financial dispute with the European tour, a move that potentially gives him a place to compete in 2027 and beyond with LIV Golf facing an uncertain future.
After her third win of the season, Nelly Korda describes the great time she’s having and the honor of being mentioned among all-time greats.
The only person who gave Cameron Young any trouble on Sunday was, well, Cameron Young.
Watch highlights from the final round of the PGA Tour’s Cadillac Championship in Miami, Florida.
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The Knicks have won each of their last three games by at least 29 points.
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Offensive lineman Jake Hildebrand (Chandler, AZ/ Basha High School), the four-star prospect has officially accepted his invitation to the 2027 Navy All-American Bowl.
Hall’s OT score helps Hurricanes top Flyers 3-2 to take 2-0 lead in 2nd-round series of NHL playoffs
Taylor Hall slipped the puck past Dan Vladar at 18:54 of overtime to help the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Philadelphia Flyers 3-2 on Monday night, taking a 2-0 lead in their second-round series in the NHL playoffs.
Defensive lineman Mekai Brown (Greenwich, CT/ Greenwich Country Day), the four-star prospect has officially accepted his invitation to the 2027 Navy All-American Bowl.