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Game 2 shows that Cavaliers-Celtics could be a confounding series
For one night, Cleveland's game plan worked to perfection. Do the Cavs actually have a shot to take down top-seeded Boston?Sports -
Now we have a series: Cavaliers come alive in Boston to even the score
Cleveland won its first road game of the 2024 playoffs, stunning the Celtics in Game 2 behind Donovan Mitchell's 29 points. Boston missed 27 of its 35 3-point attempts.Sports -
The Knicks' secret playoff weapon? Successful challenges
New York has been more aggressive early in games, leading the NBA in both total and successful challenges during the first round.Sports -
Ranking rookie QBs with best long-term outlook. No. 1 may surprise you
The quarterback business is unforgiving, just ask Zach Wilson. Charles Robinson looks at the factors that can outline a path for survival and ranks the top six.Sports -
Why there won't be a show like 'Inside the NBA' again
As the NBA's broadcast rights are about to be awarded to the highest bidder, TNT's iconic show could become a casualty and fans would lose big.Sports -
New York minute: In closing time, Knicks have the knack
Playing against the Knicks is not fun. In the playoffs, they hang around and make their move when the clock is ticking down. "Whatever it takes."Sports - New York -
Rocky Mountain low: The defending champs have been exposed
After suffering an eye-opening loss at home in Game 1, everyone was waiting for Denver to throw a counterpunch, including Minnesota. They're still waiting for it.Sports -
'Inexcusable and dangerous': Murray throws heat pack
Jamal Murray made a bad night on the court worse during a moment of frustration on the bench.Sports -
Wolves feast on the champs again, dominate in Denver
Fearless and tenacious Minnesota remained undefeated in the playoffs and held the Nuggets to a season low in points even without Rudy Gobert.Sports -
Brunson, Knicks overcome Pacers in Game 1 thriller
Jalen Brunson scored 21 of his 43 points in the fourth quarter as New York rallied to beat Indiana in the second-round series opener at Madison Square Garden.Sports -
Ukrainian 2016 Olympian 'died in the war with the enemy'
Oleksandr Pielieshenko was a decorated weightlifter who represented Ukraine at the 2016 Summer Olympics.Sports - Ukraine -
Pasta serves up Game 7 OT winner, Bruins deny Leafs
David Pastrnak scored on a feed from Hampus Lindholm less than 2 minutes into overtime, clinching a first-round win for Boston.Sports -
Surprise! 18-1 Mystik Dan wins Kentucky Derby in photo finish
Mystik Dan won by a nose in a stunner at the 150th Run for the Roses. Heavy fave Fierceness fell way off pace to keep owner Mike Repole winless at the Derby.Sports -
Round 2 predictions: Which teams will advance to conference finals?
With the NBA's conference semifinals set, it's time to size up the competition. Tap in to see our staff's picks to advance to the league's final four.Sports -
Lakers fire head coach Darvin Ham after just 2 seasons
Despite a trip to the Western Conference finals in Ham's first campaign with the team, L.A. is now ready to look for a replacement for the 2024-25 season.Sports - NBA -
'It's special': Chemistry powers Knicks past 76ers in Game 6
An epic first-round series between New York and Philadelphia ended with yet another epic game. Would you expect anything less?Sports - NBA -
Knicks sink Sixers in Game 6 thriller as Jalen Brunson channels playoff MJ
Brunson's 41-point, 12-assist night — his third straight 40-point outburst — was badly needed to hold off Joel Embiid's huge effort in a Game 6 instant classic.Sports -
How much college athlete pay model may cost power schools
The college sports industry is moving closer an athlete compensation system. At this point, it seems inevitable.Sports -
MLB's best pitcher? How Cubs ace has dominated hitters
Despite his unimposing presence on the mound, Shota Imanaga's fastball and splitter have completely stymied MLB hitters in his six starts this season.Sports - MLB -
Down 3-2, Bucks might play Game 6 without Giannis, Dame
Milwaukee's season is on the line tonight against Indiana, and its leading scorers Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard are uncertain to return.Sports - NBA -
Doncic leads Mavs — and outscores Clippers stars by himself — in rout
In a dominant performance in Los Angeles, Luka Doncic (35 points) dropped more than Paul George, James Harden and Russell Westbrook combined (28).Sports -
Sweet revenge: Celtics storm into second round with rout of Heat
After dropping Game 2 at home, Boston won the next three games with ease and ousted the defending Eastern Conference champs.Sports - NBA -
Panic time for these slumping players? Why it just might be
Will Corbin Carroll overcome the sophomore slump, and is Craig Kimbrel's inconsistency his new normal? Some overreactions have begun to ring true.Sports -
Is a 'Doomsday' scenario on the horizon in Dallas?
The Cowboys could have a new coach and starting quarterback in 2025, signaling a rebuild. Four other QB deals are also among the leading NFL offseason storylines.Sports -
Why the Falcons' rationale for picking Penix Jr. was sadly flawed
On a spreadsheet somewhere, it probably makes sense. But Atlanta did neither Kirk Cousins nor Michael Penix Jr. any favors by pitting them against one another.Sports -
MLB Power Rankings: New No. 1 emerges as injuries take their toll
It's May: By now, good teams have a healthy number of Ws, bad teams have piled up the Ls and others have gravely disappointed us.Sports - MLB -
LeBron, Lakers need to be honest — they're not a great fit anymore
A second-straight exit at the hands of the Nuggets brings the harsh realization that Los Angeles — as currently constituted — isn't a true title contender for James.Sports - NBA -
LeBron James holds the key to the Lakers' offseason plans
Everything that needs to happen in Los Angeles this summer starts and ends with LeBron's player option. There are some avenues to convince him to stay.Sports - NBA -
Where we're headed: Revenue sharing with college athletes
What does a settlement of the House v. NCAA case entail? And what does it mean for your school? Unpacking a complicated, and fluid, situation.Sports -
Kings of Florida! Panthers trounce Lightning in playoffs
Barkov's first career multi-goal playoff game sends the Panthers to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.Sports -
These Celtics have a bad playoff habit — Game 4 is a chance to break it
Boston has had a habit of letting go of the rope in its last two title pursuits. The Celtics would be wise to make quick work of an undermanned Miami squad.Sports -
Here's what really went down with Falcons' NFL Draft stunner
Before jaws were dropped across the NFL, Atlanta owner Arthur Blank celebrated the selection of Michael Penix Jr. Here's the rationale and the QB fight it sets up.Sports - NFL -
Edwards, Wolves sweep star-studded Suns out of playoffs
Kevin Durant and Devin Booker combined for 82 points in Game 4, but once again Anthony Edwards was the best player on the floor when it mattered most.Sports -
In Brunson vs. Embiid battle, the little man is winning big
Days after Joel Embiid dropped 50 points, Jalen Brunson scored 47 and had 10 assists to put the Knicks on the verge of vanquishing the Sixers.Sports -
NFL Draft grades: Who's at the top of the class, and who flunked
Caleb Williams resets a new era in Chicago, the Falcons baffled everyone with their Round 1 pick and the Chiefs, after winning the Super Bowl, might've won the draft.Sports - NFL -
Falcons 'hate' that Cousins vs. Penix is 'the story of the draft'
Falcons head coach Raheem Morris says Cousins and Penix will not be competing.Sports -
The Lakers postponed their playoff exit, but the clock is still ticking
The 11-game losing streak Los Angeles had to the Denver Nuggets is over, delaying the inevitable questions about LeBron James' future.Sports - NBA -
Not tonight! Lakers avoid sweep, snap 11-game skid vs. Nuggets
Nobody beats LeBron James and the Lakers 12 times in a row. For the first time this series, L.A. built a lead against Denver and kept it. Will it matter Monday in Denver?Sports - NBA -
Boston bounces back quickly to take 2-1 lead over Heat
The Celtics led by as much as 29 in Game 3.Sports -
Jets land 'Mr. Irrelevant': Alabama safety Key is NFL Draft's final pick
Jaylen Key wasn't on any draft radars two years ago, but Saturday in Detroit he was noticed by New York, which made him the celebrated 257th pick to wrap the draft.Sports - NFL