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Revived Wizards move forward against skidding Nets
The Washington Wizards and Brooklyn Nets share similar struggles this season, although they will move forward with vastly different strategies.,While the Wizards are banking on the veteran pairing of Trae Young and Anthony Davis to guide them to new heights, the Nets forge ahead with far less star p...
Georgetown puts Big East win streak on line vs. Villanova
Once one of the premier powerhouses of the Big East Conference, Georgetown has not won five straight league games since 2013.,Saturday in Washington, D.C., the Hoyas (13-10, 5-7) have a chance to accomplish the feat, but it won't be easy as they face Villanova (17-5, 8-3).,The sudden turnaround of G...
4-time All-Star Brionna Jones injures meniscus playing overseas
Four-time WNBA All-Star forward Brionna Jones sustained a torn meniscus last week while playing overseas but her agent told ESPN she is expected to return in time for the WNBA season.,Agent Boris Lelchitski also told the network that Jones will undergo surgery this weekend in the United States and m...
Jim Schwartz resigns as Browns' defensive coordinator
Jim Schwartz resigned from his job as defensive coordinator of the Cleveland Browns, the team announced Friday.,Schwartz reportedly was unhappy when the Browns hired Todd Monken instead of him as their head coach. ,"Yesterday, Jim Schwartz submitted his letter of resignation as defensive coordinator...
Hall of Fame QB Sonny Jurgensen dies at 91
Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Sonny Jurgensen has died at age 91, his family announced Friday. ,"It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our husband, father and grandfather, Sonny Jurgensen," said a statement from the Jurgensen family, distributed by the Washington Commander...
Five 2026 NBA Draft Prospects Surging Up Boards During the College Season
Five college basketball prospects have boosted their 2026 NBA Draft stock with breakout performances, expanded roles, and elite skill development this season....
After a week off, No. 21 Arkansas strives to bounce back vs. Mississippi State
Arkansas coach John Calipari joked in a postgame press conference after a home loss to Kentucky that his team probably could use two weeks off.,But one week will have to suffice before the No. 21 Razorbacks return to Southeastern Conference action on Saturday afternoon against Mississippi State in S...
No. 9 Nebraska looks to rebound vs. reeling Rutgers
For No. 9 Nebraska, a midweek bye in the middle of a difficult Big Ten Conference schedule couldn't have come at a better time.,"We need to get right, get better," Cornhuskers coach Fred Hoiberg said. "It comes at a good time for us to get our guys that have been banged up to get them right.",After ...
Nets waive G Cam Thomas after trade deadline
The Brooklyn Nets ended their sometimes sour relationship with guard Cam Thomas on Thursday by waiving him.,Thomas signed a $5.9 million qualifying offer last summer after he and the Nets could not agree to contract terms. Brooklyn reportedly tried to shop him before the Thursday trade deadline.,Now...
Hall calls Brees, Fitzgerald on first ballot, leaves Belichick on hold
SAN FRANCISCO -- Six-time Super Bowl-winning coach Bill Belichick was officially left out of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026, likely opening the door to revisions in the selection process later this year.,New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees and Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry...
Pierre-Luc Dubois scores in return as Capitals power past Predators
Jakob Chychrun scored twice in a three-point performance and Pierre-Luc Dubois netted one goal and one assist in his first game in more than three months to lead the host Washington Capitals to a 4-2 victory over the Nashville Predators on Thursday.,Tom Wilson also scored for the Capitals, who have ...
Will Riley, short-handed Wizards upset Pistons
Will Riley led eight Washington players in double figures with 20 points as the undermanned Wizards surprised the host Detroit Pistons 126-117 on Thursday.,Riley added six rebounds and five assists for the Wizards, who had only 10 players available after trade deadline moves. Sharife Cooper supplied...
U.S. loads World Baseball Classic roster with MVPs, Cy Young Award winners
The United States finalized its roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic on Thursday, locking in a group that features both reigning Cy Young Award winners, multiple Most Valuable Players and retired Los Angeles Dodgers icon Clayton Kershaw.,Most players already had confirmed their plans to compet...
Report: Emmanuel Clase's pitch-rigging more frequent than believed
Thanks to a document filed by an attorney representing Cleveland Guardians pitcher Luis Ortiz, there's new suspicion that Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase participated in pitch-fixing far more frequently than previously believed.,According to an ESPN report, Ortiz's attorney submitted a document Thur...
Reports: Nets waive G Cam Thomas after trade deadline
The Brooklyn Nets ended their sometimes sour relationship with guard Cam Thomas on Thursday by releasing him to allow him to be a free agent, according to multiple reports.,Thomas signed a $5.9 million qualifying offer last summer after he and the Nets could not agree to contract terms. Brooklyn rep...
Report: Penn State's Gavin McKenna broke man's jaw
When highly regarded NHL prospect Gavin McKenna was charged with felony assault Wednesday, it was reportedly for breaking a man's jaw and knocking out his tooth with a pair of punches.,According to The Athletic, which reviewed police reports and court documents, the 18-year-old Penn State freshman w...
Talor Gooch joins Thomas Detry, Peter Uihlein in LIV Riyadh lead
Talor Gooch shot his second straight round of 5-under-par 67 to join Peter Uihlein and Belgium's Thomas Detry atop the leaderboard after the second round of LIV Golf Riyadh on Thursday in Saudi Arabia.,The trio is at 10-under 134 halfway through the event. Uihlein and LIV newcomer Detry were the fir...
Best College Basketball Betting Picks for Thursday, February 5th
A loaded Thursday college basketball slate features Michigan, Big 12 battles, and AAC action. Here are three free picks....
Capitals F Pierre-Luc Dubois returns to lineup after 47-game absence
Washington Capitals forward Pierre-Luc Dubois will return Thursday against the visiting Nashville Predators after missing 47 games following surgery to repair injuries to his abdominal and adductor muscles, the team said.,Dubois, 27, was injured after his knee buckled on a defensive zone faceoff dur...
These Three NFL Teams Could Have Patriots-Style Turnarounds
The New England Patriots’ historic Super Bowl run offers a blueprint for teams that could take a major leap next season....