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Rested, healthier Sixers take on reeling Pacers
Over the last few weeks, the Philadelphia 76ers have gotten two things they desperately needed -- wins and rest., ,The improving Sixers hope to author another strong performance Friday when they host the scuffling Indiana Pacers., ,In a season where all three Philadelphia stars -- Joel Embiid, Paul ...

Cavaliers plan to regroup vs. NBA-worst Wizards
The Cleveland Cavaliers find themselves at home rather than spending a weekend in Las Vegas when they begin the post-NBA Cup portion of their schedule Friday night against the Washington Wizards.,The Cavaliers have won 21 of their first 25 games, giving them the best record in the NBA. But two of th...

Ohio State AD: Ryan Day ‘absolutely’ back in 2025
Ahead of Ohio State's appearance in the College Football Playoff, head coach Ryan Day received a vote of confidence from his athletic director despite the Buckeyes' latest loss to Michigan.,Ohio State AD Ross Bjork appeared on 97.1 The Fan in Columbus on Thursday, where a radio host asked him whethe...

Arizona WR Tetairoa McMillan to enter 2025 NFL Draft
Tetairoa McMillan, one of the best wide receivers in Arizona history, will skip his final year of eligibility and enter the 2025 NFL Draft, he announced on social media on Thursday.,Projected as a top-10 draft pick, the 6-foot-5, 212-pound McMillan finished his illustrious career at Arizona with 3,4...

Hurricanes hope D-men keep producing points vs. Senators
The Carolina Hurricanes have high-level producers on the offensive side, making the team a threat in many situations.,In the big picture, it might be offensive contributions coming from defensemen that determine how the season plays out.,"We need it from everyone," coach Rod Brind'Amour said.,The Hu...

Hoping to avoid franchise history, Predators visit Stars
If the Nashville Predators are to avoid setting the franchise record for most consecutive losses, they will have to do it without their undisputed leader.,On a 0-5-1 road skid, the Predators will be without captain Roman Josi on Thursday against the host Dallas Stars.,The Stars are looking for their...

Juan Soto ghosted Yankees, jumped to Mets to 'grow a dynasty'
Juan Soto buttoned up his Mets threads for the first time on Thursday afternoon and explained his reasons for changing sides of New York went beyond the 15-year, $765 million contract. ,"What they had done the last couple of years, they have shown all of the ability to keep winning, to keep growing ...

Predators D Roman Josi (lower body) out vs. Stars
Aiming to avoid a franchise-record ninth straight loss, the Nashville Predators won't have the services of captain and No. 1 defenseman Roman Josi on Thursday against the host Dallas Stars.,Josi, 34, was injured in the first period in Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the visiting Calgary Flames. The three-time...

Falcons in Kirk Cousins' corner, not planning to play Michael Penix Jr.
Six interceptions in the past two games and zero wins since Nov. 3, quarterback Kirk Cousins is on the hot seat with fans in Atlanta. But he's still on firm footing as the starter with the only one that matters, Falcons head coach Raheem Morris. ,Morris remains committed to Cousins and delivered his...

Bill Belichick on taking North Carolina job: 'I didn't come here to leave'
Bill Belichick provided a winning quote on Thursday during his introductory press conference as the new head coach at North Carolina.,When asked if the NFL remains an option should he enjoy immediate success in Chapel Hill, Belichick had a quick response.,"I didn't come here to leave," Belichick sai...

FC Dallas sign F Alan Velasco to contract extension
FC Dallas signed Argentinian winger Alan Velasco to a long-term contract extension on Thursday.,The four-year Young Designated Player deal starts in 2025 and includes a one-year club option.,Velasco, 22, has recorded 12 goals and 13 assists in 62 MLS matches (55 starts) since his Dallas debut in 202...

Canucks' J.T. Miller to play vs. Panthers, mum on reason for absence
Vancouver Canucks forward J.T. Miller said he will return to the ice for Thursday's game against the Florida Panthers, ending a 10-game absence due to undisclosed personal reasons.,Miller, who last played on Nov. 17, wasn't interested in telling reporters why he was away from the team.,"I am playing...

Reports: UNLV names Dan Mullen as head coach
UNLV hired former Florida head coach Dan Mullen to the same post, multiple media outlets reported Thursday.,Mullen replaces Barry Odom, who spent the past two seasons with the Rebels before taking the head coach position at Purdue over the weekend.,Mullen, 52, posted a 103-61 record during his time ...

Believe in miracles? Lake Placid could host 2026 Winter Olympics events
The Olympics could be returning to Lake Placid, N.Y. -- at least some of the events.,The picturesque village in the Adirondack Mountains, which last hosted the Games in the 1980 "Miracle on Ice" Olympics, has been identified as Plan B for the sliding events scheduled for the 2026 Winter Olympics in ...

Raiders DE Charles Snowden arrested on misdemeanor DUI charge
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Charles Snowden was arrested on charges of driving under the influence earlier this week.,Officers booked Snowden into the Clark County Detention Center early Tuesday morning after police responded to reports of a "suspicious vehicle.",Snowden, 26, received a misdemea...

Broncos LT Garett Bolles agrees to 4-year extension
Denver Broncos left tackle Garett Bolles has agreed to a four-year contract extension, the veteran announced Thursday.,Bolles, 32, divulged the deal with a post on social media, including the hashtags "BroncoForLife" and "4More.","Broncos Country, it's been a great 8 years. Thanks for everything! An...

Report: 49ers to activate LB Dre Greenlaw prior to game vs. Rams
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw is expected to be activated in time to make his season debut against the visiting Los Angeles Rams on Thursday, NFL Network reported.,Greenlaw has been sidelined since tearing his Achilles tendon in Super Bowl LVIII on Feb. 11. ,He was injured when he bega...

Colorado two-way star Travis Hunter named AP player of the year
Colorado two-way standout Travis Hunter was named the Associated Press 2025 college football player of the year on Thursday.,The wide receiver/cornerback received 26 of 43 votes from a panel of AP Top 25 voters, with Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty placing second with 16 votes. Arizona State ...

Wander Franco's trial delayed until June
The trial of Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco, scheduled to start Thursday, was rescheduled to June 2, 2025, because of the lack of availability of witnesses.,Franco is facing charges of sexual abuse, sexual exploitation against a minor and human trafficking in the Dominican Republic. If convi...

Fnatic move on from head coach keita
Fnatic parted ways with head coach Jamie "keita" Hall on Thursday after three years at the helm.,The move comes on the heels of the Counter-Strike 2 team losing three consecutive matches en route to exiting the opening stage of the Perfect World Shanghai Major. Fnatic finished in the 23-24 slot wit...