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Dec 8, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) smiles at the bench against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

Heat's Jimmy Butler addresses trade rumors: 'I actually like it; it's good to be talked about'

Jacksonville State Head Coach Rich Rodriguez celebrates his team winning the C-USA Championship at AmFirst Stadium in Jacksonville, Alabama , Alabama December 6, 2024. Jacksonville State defeated Western Kentucky 52 - 12. (Dave Hyatt / Hyatt Media LLC)

With Rich Rodriguez reportedly heading back to West Virginia, why has 2024 become the year of the retread coach?

Oct 29, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto (22) on third base during the first inning in game four of the 2024 MLB World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Yankee Stadium.

Why Juan Soto's contract with the Mets might not herald the start of a 'Superteam Era'

Dec 1, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets wide receiver Davante Adams (17) warms up before the game against against the Seattle Seahawks at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Smith-Imagn Images

Davante Adams takes another shot at the Raiders

Sep 6, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets owner Steve Cohen watches the game against the Cincinnati Reds from his front row seat during the tenth inning at Citi Field.

Winter Meetings winners and losers: how MLB teams fared in Dallas

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NBA Cup Quarterfinals Golden State Warriors vs Houston Rockets: live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch

Catch all the NBA Cup action between the Warriors and the Rockets in this Wednesday night quarterfinal matchup.

Dec 5, 2024; Miami, FL, USA; FIFA president Gianni Infantino speaks in front of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup trophy during the FIFA Club Word Cup draw at Telemundo Studios. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

FIFA makes controversial choice for 2034 World Cup host nation

Soccer's governing body will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the World Cup on two continents in 2030 and then return to the Middle East for the 2034 men's tournament.

San Antonio Spurs forward Zach Collins warms up before playing the Dallas Mavericks in 2024.

NBA drama, bothersome Belichick and a new NFL game location in today's Roundup

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The roof of Tropicana Field, home of the Tampa Bay Rays MLB team, was torn off by Hurricane Milton's powerful winds. Satellite imagery from Maxar shows the destruction on Oct. 10, 2024. Prior to landfall, the stadium was converted into a base camp for emergency responders.

Where will the Tampa Bay Rays play in 2026 and beyond?

The team's months-long saga to secure a permanent home has yet to fully resolve, but there is significant political will to keep them in Florida as long as possible.

Nov 28, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Tulane Green Wave quarterback Darian Mensah (10) throws against the Memphis Tigers during the first quarter at Yulman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

Darian Mensah's transfer to Duke a massive win for Blue Devils, big blow to Tulane

The Duke Blue Devils scored a major transfer portal win on Wednesday, landing quarterback Darian Mensah from Tulane.

Sep 13, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet (45) delivers against the Oakland Athletics during the first inning at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

Red Sox's Garret Crochet trade shows they're serious about contending

The Red Sox trading for Garrett Crochet shows they're serious about getting back into contention

Sports Media

Dec 21, 2023; Inglewood, California, USA; Thursday Night Football Amazon Prime play-by-play announcer Al Michaels during the game between the Los Angeles Rams and the New Orleans Saints at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Al Michaels reportedly expected to return to 'Thursday Night Football'

Dec 8, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler's (22) looks on before the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images

Paul Pierce reveals 'best fit' for Jimmy Butler amid trade rumors

NBA recreates its iconic Christmas jingle commercial after 11 years (Video)

Nov 18, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; ESPN personality and former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce on set before the game between the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Jason Kelce phone slamming incident investigation closed by Penn State Police

NFL

Cousins Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady are now part of the Bills ownership group

Two NBA legends are dipping their toes into the NFL

Berlin is the newest city the NFL will visit

NFL announces new international location for 2025

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) lead his team to a 27-20 victory over Dallas Cowboys for the Monday Night Football match-up at AT&T Stadium in Arlington,Texas on Monday, December 9, 2024.

Joe Burrow's home break-in reported to police by SI Swimsuit model

Steelers-Eagles reminds NFL fans of missed 17-game scheduling opportunity

NBA

NBA Cup Quarterfinals Atlanta Hawks vs New York Knicks: live stream, TV channel, time, how to watch

Dec 10, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) walks down the court during a time out against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

2x NBA champ takes a shot at Luka Doncic for quitting on team

Dec 8, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) celebrates against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the fourth period at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Draymond Green had one major side-effect after 'Night-Night' celebration

Dec 8, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) shows frustration after being fouled during a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the third period at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Warriors trade talk returns with several players linked for potential deal

MLB

Oct 2, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; Atlanta Braves pitcher Max Fried (54) throws during the first inning of game two in the Wildcard round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

Yankees' 8-year, $218M Max Fried contract a high-risk, high-reward move after Juan Soto miss

Jul 21, 2024; Cooperstown, New York, USA; Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg is introduced during the National Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in Cooperstown, NY.

Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg shares sad news about his health

Oct 24, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto (22) speaks to media during workout day at Dodgers Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Yankees' Plan B after losing Juan Soto could be trading for Astros slugger

Sep 24, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado (28) during the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field.

The St. Louis Cardinals' non-rebuild just got even stranger

Roundup

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark smiles after becoming the first rookie to achieve a triple-double.

Caitlin Clark gets her flowers, the NBA rumor mill and MLB's winter meetings in today's Roundup

New Met Juan Soto got the bag to move to Queens.

Ramifications of Soto spend, a viral meltdown and an incoming Belichick bomb in today's Roundup

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell looks on at Ford Field in Detroit.

Gambling Dan Campbell, struggling Steph Curry and prayers for Randy Moss in today's Roundup

The Detroit Lions get after Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams.

LeBron is spiraling, Bill Belichick and the NCAA and Week 14 in the NFL in today's Roundup