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Victor Wembanyama's near triple-double leads Spurs over Pelicans in OT
Victor Wembanyama racked up 29 points, 11 rebounds and nine blocked shots and San Antonio's supporting cast made the plays down the stretch as the visiting Spurs outlasted the New Orleans Pelicans 120-116 in overtime on Friday.,Wembanyama hit the first basket of the extra period before fouling out w...
Diego Pavia's lawyers amending JUCO lawsuit to be class action
Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia is not the only one who thinks junior college play shouldn't count against NCAA eligibility.,The 24-year-old is able to compete for the Heisman Trophy and potentially lead the Commodores to the College Football Playoff this season thanks to a federal court injuncti...
Pelicans signing C DeAndre Jordan to one-year deal
The New Orleans Pelicans are signing free agent center DeAndre Jordan to a one-year, $3.6 million deal, his agent told ESPN on Friday.,Jordan, 37, is a former All-Star and two-time league rebounding champion who spent the past three seasons with the Denver Nuggets. His career field-goal percentage o...
Spurs’ attention to detail will be put to test at Pelicans
The San Antonio Spurs will carry plenty of good vibrations with them to New Orleans for an early-season Western Conference clash with the Pelicans on Friday.,The teams opened their respective regular-season campaigns on Wednesday with decidedly different results. The Spurs, buoyed by a healthy Victo...
Ja Morant outduels Zion Williamson as Grizzlies down Pelicans
Ja Morant scored a game-high 35 points and Jaren Jackson Jr. added 18 points, eight rebounds and six blocks to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 128-122 victory over the visiting New Orleans on Wednesday night in the season opener for both teams.,Zion Williamson led the Pelicans with 27 points and nin...
Beset by injuries, Grizzlies seek silver linings vs. Pelicans
The Memphis Grizzlies are beginning the 2025-26 NBA season where they ended last season: trying to navigate through a rash of injuries.,When the Grizzlies open Wednesday night at home against the New Orleans Pelicans, the list of available players will prevent Memphis from playing at full strength.,...
Bill Belichick among 12 coaches still in running for 2026 Hall of Fame
Six-time Super Bowl-winning head coach Bill Belichick is among 12 coaches advancing to the next stage of voting for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026, the Pro Football Hall of Fame.,Super Bowl champions Mike Shanahan, George Seifert, Mike Holmgren and Tom Coughlin also made the list that w...
Heat is on Bill Belichick, North Carolina in visit to Cal
Bill Belichick, seemingly catching heat from all directions, hopes to cool the temperature of his seat when he leads North Carolina into a game against Cal on Friday in Berkeley, Calif.,The legendary NFL coach's five-game college football tenure has been disappointing and reportedly dysfunctional.,T...
Bill Belichick says 'no truth' to report he wants out at UNC
After releasing a statement last week saying he is committed to continuing as North Carolina's head coach, Bill Belichick reiterated the sentiment during his press availability Monday.,A report from the Guardian last week said that Belichick, 73, expressed potential interest in finding a coaching or...
Why the New Orleans Pelicans Could Shock the NBA This Year
The New Orleans Pelicans are poised for a bounce-back year. If Zion Williamson stays healthy, they could easily outperform their 30.5 win total....
North Carolina Football Becomes a Sideshow Under Bill Belichick
Bill Belichick’s North Carolina experiment has turned into chaos as the Tar Heels fall to 2-3 and the program becomes a full-blown circus....
UNC suspends, investigates CBs coach over improper benefits
North Carolina confirmed Thursday that the athletics department has suspended cornerbacks coach Armond Hawkins for "violating NCAA rules related to extra benefits.",The Athletic first reported Tuesday that Hawkins had provided sideline passes for a Tar Heels' game to a player's family members, in vi...
Bill Belichick: 'I'm fully committed to UNC Football'
Bill Belichick and North Carolina athletic director Bubba Cunningham refuted a report on Wednesday that the program's first-year coach discussed buyout options with the school.,"I'm fully committed to UNC Football and the program we are building here," Belichick posted on the Tar Heels' X account.,C...
Report: Bill Belichick discussed buyout options with UNC
Not even halfway through his first season, Bill Belichick already discussed buyout options with North Carolina, according to a report by the Guardian on Wednesday.,Belichick's first season coaching college football after winning eight Super Bowls (six as a head coach, two as a defensive coordinator)...
North Carolina Tar Heels Football Already Trying To Find a Way To Fire Bill Belichick
The North Carolina Tar Heels are reportedly looking into avenues to fire Bill Belichick after recruiting violations and assistant coach suspensions....
Report: UNC assistant Armond Hawkins suspended for illegal benefits
North Carolina cornerbacks coach Armond Hawkins has been suspended for illegal benefits, according to a report by the Athletic.,Hawkins reportedly provided sideline passes for a North Carolina football game to a player's family members, which is an NCAA rule violation.,Hawkins is in his first season...
Report: UNC assistant Armond Hawkins suspended for illegal recruiting benefits
North Carolina cornerbacks coach Armond Hawkins has been suspended for illegal recruiting benefits, according to a report by the Athletic.,Hawkins reportedly provided sideline passes for a North Carolina football game to a recruit's family members, which is an NCAA rule violation.,Hawkins is in his ...
NBA Rookie of the Year Longshots: These Players Could Upset Cooper Flagg
The 2024-25 NBA rookie class might be the worst in history, but Cooper Flagg leads the charge as Rookie of the Year favorite. Here are the top longshot rookies who could shake up the race....
Predators sign RFA Luke Evangelista to 2-year contract
Restricted free agent forward Luke Evangelista signed a two-year, $6 million contract with the Nashville Predators on Saturday.,Evangelista, 23, recorded 32 points (10 goals, 22 assists) in 68 games last season with the Predators, including 13 points (four goals, nine assists) in his last 14 games.,...
Reports: Luke Evangelista signs 2-year deal with Predators
Forward Luke Evangelista ended his training camp holdout and signed a two-year, $6 million contract with the Nashville Predators on Friday, according to multiple reports.,Evangelista, 23, was a restricted free agent and will become a restricted free agent again after the 2026-27 season.,The Toronto ...