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Jan 2, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) drives to the basket against Brooklyn Nets forward Jalen Wilson (22) in the first half at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

Giannis Antetokounmpo suitor remains 'determined' to trade for Bucks star

Mar 20, 2023; Miami, Florida, USA; Japan starting pitcher Roki Sasaki (14) delivers a pitch during the first inning against Mexico at LoanDepot Park.

The Roki Sasaki sweepstakes will crown one winner, many potential losers

NFL must stop Monday night playoff games

Homes along the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, many consumed by a wildfire that broke out in Los Angeles County on Jan. 7, are seen on Jan. 8, 2025.

California fires: 12 pro sports teams make $8 million pledge to support victims, first responders

Dec 28, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws a pass against the Arizona Cardinals at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

NFL Playoffs 2025: Previewing Vikings vs. Rams Wild Card matchup

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Watch Free San Antonio Spurs vs Los Angeles Lakers: live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Catch all the action between the Spurs and the Lakers in this NBA matchup live on Monday.

NFC Wild Card Vikings vs Rams NFL Playoffs

Watch NFL Playoffs Vikings vs Rams Wild Card Weekend: free live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch

Catch all the NFL playoff action between the Minnesota Vikings and the Los Angeles Rams during Wild Card Weekend live on Monday.

Jan 4, 2025; Queens, New York, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark watches the game between the Butler Bulldogs and the St. John's Red Storm at Carnesecca Arena. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Texas man arrested, charged with stalking Caitlin Clark

Michael Thomas Lewis of Denton, Texas, was accused of repeated and continued harassment of the Indiana Fever star point guard, according to Marion County prosecutors.

Zane Gonzalez kicks the game-winning field goal out for the Washington Commanders.

Zane Gonzalez's OCD, Mike Vrabel's hiring and NFL's wild-card weekend in today's Roundup

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Dec 9, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy reacts after a play against the Cincinnati Bengals at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

Top Cowboys head coaching candidates to replace Mike McCarthy

Dallas joins the list of NFL teams in need of a head coach after the team could not come to terms on a new contract with McCarthy.

Jan 12, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Nakobe Dean (17) is helped off the field against the Green Bay Packers during the first half in an NFC wild card game at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Nakobe Dean's season-ending knee injury a massive blow to Eagles' playoff hopes

Nakobe Dean's season-ending knee injury a massive blow to Eagles' playoff hopes

Sports Media

March 27, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach Byron Scott watches game action against Washington Wizards during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

3x NBA champ shares which side he is on in JJ Redick vs. Charles Barkley feud

Mar 25, 2023; San Antonio, Texas, USA; UFC president Dana White at a press conference after UFC Fight Night at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Meullion-Imagn Images

UFC eyes '$1 billion a year' payday as media rights come up for renewal in 2025

Commanders radio announcers couldn't contain their excitement watching their team win its first playoff game since 2005

Commanders' radio announcers go nuts after game-winning field goal

Would a coaching swap benefit both sides?

Jimmy Johnson suggests wild idea for Cowboys, Steelers

NFL

Barkley broke through the defense but decided to slide, ending the play and any chance at scoring a touchdown

Saquon Barkley explains late-game decision that frustrated fans

Quinn's aggressive play calling paid off in the end

Dan Quinn made the correct fourth-down decision each time

Are the Green Bay Packers having regrets with latest Jordan Love contract?

Commanders kicker Zane Gonzalez's OCD took the spotlight before game winning kick

NBA

Watch Free Memphis Grizzlies vs Houston Rockets: live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch, odds

Jan 11, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) looks on in the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

Anthony Edwards slammed with $50K fine for what he did to an official

Dec 20, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) reacts with fans after leaving the game in the closing seconds of a victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

76ers make sudden change in Philadelphia arena plans

Jan 12, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) brings the ball up court against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Michael Malone takes hilarious dig at Russell Westbrook: 'At 42 years old...'

MLB

Freddie Freeman poses on the red carpet before the 58th Annual Country Music Association Awards in Nashville, Tenn., Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024.

Dodgers' Freddie Freeman, wife pledge massive donation in response to Southern California fires

A's surprising ticket news shows Sacramento's excitement for MLB

Dec 30, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Oregon Ducks linebacker Bryce Boettcher (28) during Rose Bowl media day at Sheraton Grand LA.

Two-sport star Bryce Boettcher makes decision about his immediate future in football, baseball

Oct 15, 2022; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler celebrates defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers during game four of the NLDS for the 2022 MLB Playoffs at Petco Park.

Brother of late Padres owner: relocation not in plans

Roundup

Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin.

Penn State, Notre Dame and potential Super Bowl LIX matchups in today's Roundup

Cavaliers guard Darius Garland celebrates after hitting a three-point basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

An instant NBA classic, Deion Sanders and an NFL playoffs preview in today's Roundup

Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin before the Fiesta Bowl.

James Franklin, Bill Belichick and LeBron's best dunk ever in today's Roundup

Mike Vrabel watches practice at the Browns training facility in Ohio.

Mike Vrabel, Bradley Beal and TGL tees off in today's Roundup