Tom Thibodeau's décision to not use a timeout to sub in Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart late in New York's Game 5 loss to Detroit was heavily scrutinized.
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Hunter Renfrow saw his NFL career temporarily halted after being diagnosed with ulcerative colitis. He's hoping to return to the field with the Panthers in 2025.
Tyrese Haliburton silenced his doubters with standout display in the final moments of Indiana's Game 5 win vs. Milwaukee.
JJ Redick avoided substitutions like a plague in Los Angeles' Game 4 loss to Minnesota on Sunday.
NASCAR's top-flight returned to one of its most storied locations for Sunday's race, the Jack Link's 500.
Shedeur Sanders' draft slide wasn't enough to prevent him from having a good time during his celebratory party.
The Sporting News tracked each of the Bears' 2025 NFL Draft selections, from Round 1 through Round 7.
Here are the New England Patriots draft picks in 2025, including a complete list of players selected.
Here are each of the Cowboys'' 2025 NFL Draft selections, from the first pick to the last.
Jalen Milroe suffered the ignominy of going to the green room only to see his name not called during Day 1 of the NFL Draft. He'll hope for a better outcome in Day 2.
Pat McAfee grabbed headlines for the most interesting of reasons during the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Morant exited Thursday's matchup against the Thunder after landing hard on his hip.
Tez Johnson is one of the lightest players to ever garner draft consideration.
Cam Ward was officially selected first overall by the Titans in the 2025 NFL Draft, and he was also able to get his preferred jersey number.
Rickea Jackson and James Pearce Jr. had the sports world talking after appearing to confirm their relationship during the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Vascular malformation hasn't impeded Xavier Restrepo's ability to succeed at any point in his glint gridiron career.
Tyler Shough has emerged as one of the 2025 NFL Draft's most captivating prospects. One reason why: the pronunciation of his last name.
Jack Bech's outfit — and most notably one of its accessories — will stand out for a unique reason during the 2025 NFL Draft.
Philadelphia has formed quite a fruitful partnership with Georgia football over the years.
Tyler Shough is no spring chicken. That could scare some teams from selecting him in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Before McMillan was making defenders look silly on the college football field, he was a volleyball standout, blessed with elite leaping ability and a powerful strike.
Shedeur Sanders' remains one of the NFL Draft's most polarizing talents. Mock drafts aren't quite sure where to place him yet.
Jamal Murray flaunted a rather unusual piece of attire during the Nuggets' Game 2 clash with the Clippers: long sleeves. Here's why.
Joey Aguilar scored a major transfer when he traded Appalachian State for UCLA early in the offseason. Now, he has another, as the senior QB is heading to Tennessee, swapping spots with Nico Iamaleava.
The alleged assault took place in Dec. 2023 during a road trip.
Russell Westbrook's presence in Denver's lineup has been as frenzied as ever, but it's also proven effective. Here's how he wound up in the Mile High City after a stint with the Clippers.
Ty Jerome produced a rather memorable postseason display in the Cavaliers' Game 1 win over the Heat.
Ausar Thompson wasn't convinced that Jalen Brunson deserved each of his 10 trips to the free throw line in Game 1.
G League Ignite proved the most successful NBA talent factory throughout its four-year run. That wasn't enough to save it from obsolesce, however.
Anthony Edwards had never been afraid to express himself. Luka Doncic now knows that, all too well.
Naz Reid exited Minnesota's Game 1 duel with Los Angeles briefly after taking a blow to the head while challenging Jarred Vanderbilt at the rim.
An unstoppable force met an immovable object partway through the third quarter of the Lakers' match with the Timberwolves.
The Knicks needed a special performance in the fourth quarter to get past the Pistons. Fortunately for them, their battle-tested supernova, Jalen Brunson, was up to the challenge.
The Sporting News tracked live updates from Saturday's gymnastics national championship meet.
Shohei Ohtani and his wife, Mamiko Tanaka, are anticipating the birth of their first child this weekend. That means the Dodgers supernova is hitting the paternity list — at least for a day or two.
Anthony Davis enjoyed an impressive first-half display against Memphis. That wasn't enough to spare him from rebuke from a rowdy fan.
Anthony Davis' night came to an early end in the Mavs' play-in matchup with the Grizzlies on Friday night.
Ja Morant is a gametime decision for tonight's play-in finale between the Grizzlies and Mavericks.
Luka Doncic hasn't spoken to Nico Harrison since he was dealt from Dallas to Los Angeles back in February.
Aaron Rodgers is still unsigned with the NFL Draft just a week away.
Serena Williams had plenty to say regarding Jannik Sinner's controversial suspension during a recent interview with Time Magazine.
Bryson DeChambeau's play isn't the only thing catching glances during his tournaments.
Victor Robles' early 'Catch of the Year' contender didn't come without pain.
Jarren Duran's stardom wasn't always inevitable, particularly when he was lost in a maelstrom of mental health concerns during the 2021 and 2022 MLB seasons.
Colin Granger is hoping to make a seamless transition from basketball to football in Carolina.
Shige Hattori won the 2018 Truck Series championship as an owner. His race team, Hattori Racing Enterprises, employed a number of prominent drivers, including Alex Bowman, Austin Hill and Brett Moffitt.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. just got paid, but how does his new deal compare to other big money contracts in MLB?
Diana Taurasi and Caitlin Clark haven't always had the warmest of relationships, but any discord between the pair looks to have thawed — especially after the latter's appearance on Taurasi and Sue Bird's ESPN show.
Look back at Ovechkin's pursuit of breaking Wayne Gretzky's goal scoring record.
Not only is Dawn Staley a legendary coach, she's also a fashion icon. The Sporting News details her best fits over the years.
If Duke were to lift the national championship, it would put Jon Scheyer in some exclusive company.
At 7-9, there's not a basketball player in the world that towers over Olivier Rioux. That hasn't been enough to see him get on the floor for Florida, though.
Paige Bueckers hasn't always been considered a great scorer. But her numbers, particularly in NCAA Tournament play, would suggest otherwise.
Alex Ovechkin has more empty-netters than anyone in NHL history, but he didn't feel compelled to add another against the Blackhawks.
Alex Ovechkin is one goal away from sole possession of hockey's most unbreakable record.
The Celtics took home a bit of history for themselves on Friday night.
If Madison Booker's style of play doesn't remind you of Kevin Durant (it should), her jersey certainly will, both in color and in number.
Here's the latest on Lamar Jackson and Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s curious trademark dispute.
Kaitlyn Chen is making waves for UConn women's basketball. So are her parents, who have followed her around the country throughout her final collegiate season.
Alex Ovechkin is a man of many talents. Reciting Juicy J lyrics is apparently one of them.
Florida reached the college basketball mountaintop in 2005-06 and 2006-07. Save for one season in 2014, it hasn't gotten all that close since.
Spencer Hubbard might not be the best player on Duke's roster, but he's certainly one of its most notable.
The Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates for UConn vs. USC women's basketball in the NCAA Elite Eight on Monday night. Follow for complete results from the 2025 March Madness game.
Hailey Van Lith's college career is over. Here's what that means for her going forward.
Hailey Van Lith continues to draw attention during the final season of her collegiate career.
Sedona Prince is one of TCU's most important players. She's also been accused of abuse and misconduct by multiple former partners.
JuJu Watkins may be out for the season with an ACL tear, but her presence still lingers on the USC bench...literally.
Johni Broome had another excellent performance for the Tigers, who punched their ticket to their second-ever Final Four with a win over MSU.
Duke is one win away from the national championship game. Here’s who the Blue Devils could face to make it there.
Next up for Houston: a clash with Duke and its mercurial freshman, Cooper Flagg.
Hailey Van Lith is a Kobe Bryant acolyte. She's letting the whole world know it, too.
Tom Izzo is back in the Elite Eight. It's a stage of the NCAA Tournament he hasn't reached in several years.
Colorado and Syracuse want to make NCAA history. Here's how they can do it.
Before Mark Pope coached, he played. He was a pretty good talent, as well.
The Crimson Tide enjoyed a historic day at the races against BYU on Thursday.
Alabama had a three-point shooting day for the ages against BYU in the Sweet 16.
MLB TV is down. Baseball fans across the country are less than pleased.
The Braves star's return isn't all that far away.
John Calipari has assembled quite the crew in Fayetteville. Here's how he got it done.
The former Heisman finalist is preparing for the NFL Draft.
Alex Ovechkin is a goal-scoring savant. Unsurprisingly, that reputation remains true even when the goalie is out the net.
The Warriors have climbed up the Western Conference standings in the past month or so, and the acquisition of Jimmy Butler is a leading reason why.
The Chiefs might've lost the Super Bowl. They'll still get a chance to visit the White House, however.
Tiger Woods has a new romantic interest in 2025, he confirmed.
Derik Queen etched his name into college basketball lore with his game-winner against Colorado State on Sunday night, and he followed it up with a series of memorable interviews.
Nique Clifford authored another epic display for Colorado State in the Round of 32. Maryland fans don't believe he should have been allowed to.
Coen Carr is widely considered Michigan State's greatest-ever dunker. Here's why.
Dan Hurley is never afraid to let his emotions be known. He kept that trend going on Sunday, even after a heart wrenching defeat to Florida.
The Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights from Houston vs. Gonzaga in the NCAA Tournament Round of 32 on Saturday night. Follow for complete results from the 2025 March Madness game.
JuJu Watkins and Jayden Daniels have both enjoyed a mercurial rise as of late. It seems that dynamic has helped them become friends, too.
Rick Pitino is one of college basketball's greatest postseason coaches, but it might be hard to remember that given his recent tournament showings.
The Richardson name carries plenty of weight in East Lansing.
Bryant University notched its second NCAA Tournament appearance after besting Maine in the America East Conference championship game.
Bennett Stirtz made quite the statement to the college basketball world with his eye-catching display in Drake's win over Missouri in the Round of 64.
John Calipari and Bill Self squared off in another classic NCAA Tournament game, but it was Coach Cal's Arkansas squad that got the better of Self's Jayhawks this time around.
McNeese State's wire-to-wire win over Clemson proved a rather historic result. Here's why.
Auburn's key veteran exited Thursday's opening round duel with Alabama State with an apparent ankle injury.
Omaha needed a little inspiration to crawl out of an early-season hole. After starting to demolish trash cans, the Mavericks found it.
Here is a complete guide to picking No. 6 Illinois vs. No. 11 Xavier in your 2025 March Madness bracket, including updated odds and our expert predictions for the South Region game.
The Spurs captured a shock win over the Knicks on Wednesday. The biggest reason why? Role player Sandro Mamukelashvili.
Iowa State has two of the nation's best sophomores on their roster. Other NCAA Tournament teams should be scared.
Elon Musk is offering to send those who secure a perfect bracket to Mars. SpaceX's track record suggests that might not be a good idea.
Angel Reese was sidelined with a left wrist injury in the Rose's semifinal duel with Vinyl BC on Sunday.
Here is a complete guide to picking No. 7 Marquette vs. No. 10 New Mexico in your 2025 March Madness bracket, including updated odds and our expert predictions for the South Region game.
Harvard, Nebraska and Vanderbilt lead the list of seemingly unassuming sides who could make a run at the Sweet 16.
After months of speculation, Tee Higgins finally finds his home for the foreseeable future. It's the same one he's played at for five years: Paycor Stadium.
The Sporting News is tracking the live bracket reveal. Follow along as women's college basketball's best and brightest talents figure out where they'll head to start their NCAA tournament runs.
The NCAA Tournament promises to be an intriguing sight in 2025.
Hendrick Motorsports has enjoyed a sterling run at Las Vegas Motor Speedway as of late.
Cooper Flagg's ankle sprain could have major implications on NCAA tournament seeding in 2025.
Duke will be without its talisman in its biggest game of the season thus far.
Cooper Kupp and Jaxon Smith-Njigba lead a new-look Seahawks WR corps for the 2025 season.
Aaron Rodgers remains the biggest name left on the free agency market in 2025. Here's a look at where he could land.
The winner of one of sport's most grueling competitions — the Iditarod — receives plenty of spoils.
Josh Allen scored quite the contract extension with the Bills. He could've gotten even more.
The Rays' future got that much more uncertain on Thursday after principal owner Stuart Sternberg revealed the organization was nixing plans to open up a new stadium.
Coleman Hawkins inked one of the biggest NIL deals of the offseason. It didn't quite pay off too well for Kansas State.
Cooper Kupp will face an unusual proposition in 2025 as he'll be playing for a franchise that isn't the Rams for the first time.
Six races into the season, check out how the NASCAR standings are shaking out.
Josh Allen added another highlight to a calendar year filled with them on Sunday, inking a historic contract extension with the Bills.
The Sporting News has the run down on all things related to the final results of the 2025 Shriners Children's 500.
The Sporting News is tracking live updates and results from Katherine Legge's Cup Series debut in the 2025 Shriners Children's 500.
Eddie George's arrival at Bowling Green looks to have inspired optimism around masses of Falcons supporters.
NASCAR returns to the Valley of the Sun for the 2025 Shriners Children's 500.
Trey Hendrickson looks to be destined to be on the move soon. Here are five teams that could attempt to secure his services.
The Lakers and Celtics continue to make a mark on the NBA 77 years after first locking horns.
LiAngelo Ball has a new song out. It features a well-known guest with a distinct voice all her own.
The Maple Leafs added another piece to their forward core on Friday, nabbing Scott Laughton in exchange for Nikita Grebenkin and a 2027 first-round pick.
The Hurricanes weren't able to strike a deal with Mikko Rantanen, so they sent him to the Stars instead.
Women have played a notable role in the construction of the Cup Series as we know and love it today.
Stephen A. Smith wanted professional athlete type money to stay with ESPN. As it turned out, he got it.
The NBA looks to have been felled by a cryptocurrency scam that has taken the sports world by storm.
Katherine Legge will look to put forth a solid display at Phoenix on Sunday. Regardless, she'll make history for her outing.
LeBron James is a lightning rod for memes, and TikTok users are more than grateful.
Adam Sandler and Timothee Chalamet delivered one of the most memorable moments of the 2025 Oscars on Sunday. Here's how it happened.
NASCAR returned to COTA for Sunday's race. It proved a captivating watch.
Flau'jae Johnson won't get the chance to strut her stuff against the SEC's finest.
Deebo Samuel appears destined for a move away. Here are the latest rumors on where that could be.
Tyler Reddick took home the pole at COTA on Saturday, followed by teammate Bubba Wallace.
Jaydon Blue hit a key goal with his speedy 40-yard dash at the 2025 NFL Draft Combine.
Jaydon Blue is a gifted runner, and it seems he has high school track and field to thank for it.
Jalen Milroe is as polarizing a prospect as there is in the 2025 NFL Draft. Here are some teams that could be interested in his services in the coming months.
Joel Embiid's latest injury could help the 76ers keep their 2025 first round pick.
Nick Emmanwori figures to be one of the first safeties called during the 2025 NFL Draft. Here's why he's garnering so much interest.
Jon Gruden is set to make a momentous return to the Buccaneers' Ring of Honor in 2025. Here's what you need to know.
Derrick Harmon showcased his athletic gifts during Day 1 of the NFL Combine, and he earned a notable comparison as a result.
Sauce Gardner and Ice Spice have been linked with one another romantically. Here's why.
Kenneth Grant is drawing looks as a potential first-round selection in the 2025 NFL Draft. One of the biggest reasons why? His mountainous frame.
Looking back at the NFL Draft showcase's history at the home of the Colts.
The 'Tush Push' is as polarizing a play-call as there is in the NFL. It could face scrutiny during the 2025 NFL offseason, as a result.
Luka Doncic's off-court habits seemed to have put him at odds with Dallas' front office.
Diana Taurasi announced her intention to walk away from the game of basketball on Tuesday afternoon.
Nick Sirianni didn't seem too pleased when asked about the prospect of a potential ban on the "Tush Push.":
The Lakers went 1-9 in 10 games in their City Edition alternatives.
The Cup Series has had a myriad of classic races at Atlanta Motor Speedway. The 2025 iteration of the spring race followed in their footsteps.
Alex Rodriguez's half-court heave during Bucknell's clash with Army had some wondering just what school did he attend prior to his matriculation the bigs.
Notre Dame and NC State's clash experienced an eight-minute delay prior to overtime. Here's why.
Ryan Blaney continued Team Penske's strong start in 2025 with a scorching run during Saturday's qualifying session.
Bobby Miller's first outing of the 2025 campaign was far shorter than he would have hoped.
Connor McDavid is the best hockey player on the planet. He proved as much with his game-winner against Team USA in the 4 Nations Face-Off final.
Devon Toews and Jonathan Toews share a lot of similarities, including their last name. That doesn't mean they're related, though.
Matthew Tkachuk entered the 4 Nations Face-Off Final hampered by an undisclosed injury. He looks to have aggravated his issue during the championship.
Canada will be without one of the NHL's top defenders when it takes on Team USA in the 4 Nations Face-Off final on Thursday night.
P.K. Subban's remarks about Donald Trump had the hockey world talking.
Caitlin Clark's signature shoe isn't all that far away. Here's what we know so far about the Fever star's impending Nike collaboration.
Briscoe looks to have secured an impressive fourth-place showing at Daytona. Instead, he sits at -67 points.
Travis and Jason Kelce hope to step out of the spotlight for a fleeting moment.
Drake and DeMar DeRozan's relationship appears to be on the outs. Here's why.
A Texas District Attorney requested Pat Mahomes Sr. wear an alcohol monitoring bracelet. Here's why.
Draymond Green said he was offered the Warriors coaching job after retirement. Here's why it could and couldn't happen.
William Byron survived the carnage to pick up his second straight Daytona 500 checkered flag.
The WNBA is due for a major increase in volume over the next few seasons. Here's when (and why) it will happen.
The Great American Race has changed markedly over the years. Yet one feature remains fairly consistent — the race's length.
Here's a look at how much prize money is available in the 2025 Daytona 500.
Forty-one drivers will look to make their mark at Daytona International Speedway on Sunday afternoon.
Rome Flynn showed out during the 2025 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, capturing MVP honors after recording a game-high 22 points.
Kevin Hart's record for Celebrity All-Star Game MVP awards will be hard to beat.
Barry Bonds notched a momentous win over Jerry Rice on Friday night. Rome Flynn was the biggest reason why.
For the second time in as many years, a shooting marred a Super Bowl parade.
Shaquille O'Neal is not one to mince words. He proved as much on Thursday night.
The Sporting News is tracking live updates from Thursday's Daytona Duels.
Chase Briscoe landed Toyota's first-ever Daytona 500 pole in his first official outing at a part of Joe Gibbs Racing.
Everything gets bigger at the Daytona 500, including the qualifying process.
Kendrick Lamar took aim at a series of targets during the Super Bowl 59 halftime show. Some were people, other were ideologies.
Kendrick Lamar took center stage during Super Bowl 59 — in more ways than one.
Luka Doncic’s Lakers debut has the basketball world talking. That includes its corporate sponsors — namely, Gatorade.
Durant was rumored to potentialy be looking for an out from Phoenix at the end of the year. Monday's comments seem to have shot down those claims.
Luka Doncic is already endearing himself to Lakers nation after donating $500,000 to aid relief efforts in Los Angeles after last month's wildfires.
Kendrick Lamar's outfit took center stage during his Super Bowl 59 halftime performance. Here's why.
Nick Foles had something to get off his chest following Philadelphia's win over Kansas City in Super Bowl 59.
Jalen Hurts enjoyed the best night of his NFL career on Sunday, and the accolades rolled in immediately after the game.
The Chiefs needed all hands on deck if they hoped to win a third-straight title — including those in the luxury boxes.
Jalen Hurts made quite the fashion statement before Super Bowl 59.
SZA and Kendrick Lamar have featured on each other's tracks seven times thus far. Expect to hear a large number of those tunes during the Super Bowl 59 halftime show.
Jay-Z's involvement with the NFL remains controversial as ever six years later.
Tom Brady has achieved countless amounts of success in his professional career. His Super Bowl displays are among his most notable.
President Trump will bring back a Super Bowl tradition when he sits down for a chat with Fox News host Bret Baier.
The NFL enlisted one of music's biggest acts to lead its halftime show during Super Bowl 59.
Kendrick Lamar may have dominated the charts with "Not Like Us." But it's no certainty that he'll perform his Grammy-nominated tune on Super Bowl Sunday.
Kendrick Lamar and Drake enjoyed wildly different years in 2024. Here's a look at how their feud came to be.
