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LeBron James Returning to Cleveland Feels More Real Than Ever
LeBron James’ future is uncertain after the Lakers were swept by the Thunder, but a return to Cleveland is gaining momentum....
Venus Williams, 45, to play doubles at French Open
Venus Williams will compete in doubles at the French Open later this month, organizers confirmed on Wednesday.,Williams, 45, will partner with Hailey Baptiste, 24, for the clay-court tournament at Roland Garros, which begins on May 24 in Paris.,Williams, however, will not compete in the singles tour...
Duke, Illinois set for home-and-home series next two seasons
Duke will host Illinois in November as the first part of a home-and-home series between the programs the next two seasons. ,The Blue Devils are bringing the Fighting Illini back to Cameron Indoor on Nov. 17 with Illinois hosting the Blue Devils the following season on Dec. 4, 2027. ,Illinois visited...
White House: No visa issues for Iraq's World Cup team
The White House refuted reports that the United States denied visas for five members of Iraq's national team ahead of next month's World Cup.,The State Department sent a statement Wednesday to Front Office Sports in response to online reports involving five players, including Luton Town forward Ali ...
Tracy McGrady becomes Wagner basketball strategic advisor
Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady joined the Wagner men's basketball program as a strategic advisor.,The university said McGrady, 46, was selected to lead the Seahawks' basketball operations, recruiting and name, image and likeness efforts alongside head coach Dwan McMillan.,Per NCAA rules, McGrady has wa...
Report: NASCAR'S Chicago Street Race could return in 2027
NASCAR is making inroads toward bringing the Cup Series back to downtown Chicago, The Athletic reported Wednesday.,While there is still plenty of road ahead in terms of the conversation, the outlet cited sources as saying that optimism is growing toward the Chicago Street Race being included in NASC...
Cal Raleigh’s Slump-Busting Shower Has Charles Barkley Vibes
Cal Raleigh ended a brutal slump after trying a bizarre baseball superstition inspired by a story straight out of Charles Barkley’s playbook....
Wednesday MLB Best Bets: Jacob Misiorowski Strikeout Prop Leads Card
Get the top MLB betting picks for Wednesday, including a Jacob Misiorowski strikeout prop and Rays moneyline play....
Cavaliers vs. Pistons Game 5 Best Betting Picks, Predictions
Get the latest Cavaliers vs. Pistons Game 5 predictions, odds and best bets, including Donovan Mitchell and Cade Cunningham props....
5 NBA Superstars Who Could Be Traded This Offseason
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Ja Morant and Jaylen Brown headline a list of NBA superstars who could be traded this offseason....
Report: NBA taking no action after Bucks, Giannis investigation
The NBA will not be taking any action after concluding its investigation into Giannis Antetokounmpo being shut down for the final month of the season, according to a report by ESPN on Tuesday.,The two-time MVP hyperextended his left knee on March 15 against the Indiana Pacers and did not play in the...
LAFC aim to regroup as St. Louis tries to build off win
After an impressive start to the season, Los Angeles FC enter Wednesday night's match against host St. Louis City after two heavy losses.,LAFC (6-3-3, 21 points) lost 4-0 at Toluca on May 6 in the second leg of their CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal tie, sending Toluca to the final with a 5-2 aggreg...
Brewers activate Christian Yelich ahead of Padres series
The Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday activated outfielder Christian Yelich from the 10-day injured list ahead of their series opener with the San Diego Padres in Milwaukee.,Yelich, 34, has missed the last month with a left groin strain. He last appeared in an April 12 loss to the Washington Nationals. B...
Confident Cavs hope their form travels to Detroit for Game 5
Momentum has swung sharply in the Eastern Conference semifinals, and suddenly the pressure has shifted back to the Detroit Pistons.,After dropping the first two games of the series on the road, the Cleveland Cavaliers have stormed back to even the best-of-seven matchup at two games apiece entering G...
Arbitrator upholds denial of NIL deals for 18 Nebraska football players
A third-party arbitrator upheld the decision of the College Sports Commission to reject NIL deals for 18 Nebraska football players.,The commission announced the decision in the name, image and likeness case on Monday. It was the first arbitration process to be completed about NIL deals since the com...
Swimming legend Ryan Lochte named to Missouri State coaching staff
Ryan Lochte, winner of 12 Olympic swimming medals, is joining the coaching staff at Missouri State.,His official hiring as an assistant coach for the men's and women's teams at the school is pending formal approval by the university board of governors at its June meeting.,Lochte, 41, competed in fou...
LeBron James Retirement Rumors Feel Premature After Lakers Playoff Exit
LeBron James retirement speculation is heating up after the Lakers were swept by the Thunder, but all signs point toward an NBA return....
Best Betting Picks for Spurs vs. Timberwolves Game 5
Get the best NBA picks and betting analysis for Spurs vs. Timberwolves Game 5, including spread and total predictions....
NBA Mock Draft 2026: Full Lottery Predictions and Prospect Fits
Breaking down all 14 lottery picks in the latest 2026 NBA Mock Draft, including ideal team fits and rising NBA stars....
Seahawks Could Land Massive Week 1 Showcase in 2026 NFL Season Opener
The 2026 NFL schedule release is almost here, and the Seattle Seahawks’ Week 1 opponent remains one of the league’s biggest mysteries....