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Previewing the 1st round of the NBA playoffs, which start on Saturday

Preview capsules for the first round of the NBA playoffs, which start Saturday. ___ EASTERN CONFERENCE No. 2 NEW YORK KNICKS (50-32) vs. No. 7 PHILADELPHIA 76ERS (47-35) Season series: Knicks, 3-1. Story line: The Knicks finished with their best record and highest seed since winning 54 games in 2012-13. They didn't get much of a reward for that, with the opponent being a 76ers team that surged after Joel Embiid returned from knee surgery,...

Olympic track and field star Annie Kunz in images

Olympic track and field star Annie Kunz in images

Could another major sports franchise be headed out of Arizona?

Could the Arizona Diamondbacks be in trouble?

Bill Walton said math validates the claim Pete Maravich would average 57 points today: "Dale Brown went back and charted all the games"

Bill Walton shares an interesting explanation of why "Pistol" Pete Maravich would be an even greater scorer if he played today.

Predicting the Landing Spots for the Top 73 Available NFL Free Agents

With NFL free agency in full swing, with many top names available. SportsGrid checks in on the best 73 free agents and their potential NFL landing spots.

Five highest-ranked Michigan recruits set to visit for the spring game

Michigan’s spring game is on Saturday, and the reigning national champions are set to welcome an array of underclassmen to The Big House. The Wolverine examines the five highest-ranked prospects on the visitors list for the scrimmage and where things currently stand. Top 100 EDGE Nate Marshall, Oak Park (Ill.) Fenwick, 2025 Industry Ranking: No. 40...

Ohio State men’s basketball roster snapshot: How well do the pieces fit together right now?

Jake Diebler continues to stack talent, but will the roster turn out to be as flexible as he is hoping it will be?

3 best players who weren't selected in the 2024 WNBA Draft

This year's WNBA draft class was so good that even some of the most skilled players in college basketball didn't hear their names called.

Arkansas gymnastics finishes 7th at at NCAA Championships

The Arkansas gymnastics team was knocked out of the NCAA Championships on Thursday, finishing fourth in their semifinal round and seventh overall. The appearance in the Championships was the program's first since 2018. Their score of 196.475 was behind…

U.S. Olympic wrestling trials 2024 schedule, TV channels, live stream to watch Team USA Paris Olympics qualifying

Who will earn at spot in the 2024 Olympics? The Sporting News will provide all you need to know about the 2024 U.S. Olympic wrestling trials.

Bracket predictions for 2024 NBA playoffs: Picks for East, West champions and NBA Finals

The NBA playoffs tip off this weekend. Here is who experts have winning each of the Eastern and Western conferences, as well as the NBA Finals.

NHL Playoffs: Predicting Every Outcome in Western Conference

The Stanley Cup Playoffs start on Saturday, as teams compete for hockey's Holy Grail. Which team do we predict will emerge from the Western Conference?

Raiders 2024 draft: Is Jacob Johanning a fit?

Small-school offensive line is talking to Las Vegas

Preakness candidates line up in weekend horse racing

There's potential Triple Crown action this weekend at Oaklawn Park in Arkansas and Laurel Park in Maryland, as candidates for the Preakness Stakes get final test runs.

All-NBA G League Teams Announced for 2023-24

On Thursday, the All-NBA G League First, Second, and Third Teams were announced by the league. Just like the NBA, these teams are position-less. Here is a look at which players saw their names revealed to be considered the best of the best in the G League this season.

Running Back 2024 NFL Mock Draft - Projected Landing Spots and NFL Draft Analysis

Believe it or not, the 2024 NFL Draft is less than two weeks away. While we can never make a perfect prediction of which teams will select which players, we do have a strong sense of major areas of weakness for individual teams. With that in mind, we can explore some of the teams that will pursue ...

Jose Altuve passes two Hall of Famers on all-time hits list

Houston Astros superstar Jose Altuve has been a hitting machine since he entered the majors in 2011 and is moving his way up the all-time hits list.

"If you could carry the ball like the guards do today, that's a huge advantage" - B.J. Armstrong talks about how guard play has changed

Today’s guards have an advantage players from the previous era didn’t have.

NBA playoffs 2024: What to know about Friday's play-in games

No Jimmy, no Zion, but still plenty at stake. Here's a guide to get you through the games that will determine the last two NBA playoff spots.

What channel is Braves vs. Rangers on tonight? Time, TV schedule, live stream for MLB Friday Night Baseball game

Time, TV schedule, live stream for MLB Friday Night Baseball game between Braves and Rangers

Friday NASCAR Xfinity schedule at Talladega Superspeedway

The Talladega Superspeedway weekend begins with qualifying.

What's on the masks of Stanley Cup playoff goalies? Our guide

From throwback logos to player tributes to a friendly otter, see the unique mask designs that goalies on 2024 postseason teams have worn this season.

Will the Coyotes change their name in Utah? Latest news, rumors on new nickname options for 2024-25 relocation

It's official — the Coyotes are leaving Arizona and heading to Salt Lake City, Utah. Will the team's nickname go with it?

Mets Morning News for April 19, 2024

Your Friday morning dose of New York Mets and MLB news, notes, and links.

Three major league debuts in three days for the Dodgers

Ricky Vanasco, Andy Pages, Landon Knack gave the Dodgers three straight games with a major league debut for the first time in 29 years.

SportsGrid's 2024 NFL Draft Big Board Player Rankings: Top 40

SportsGrid offers a detailed analysis of top prospects about to turn pro. The guide ranks draftees, breaking down strengths and weaknesses and their NFL impact.

NFL Mock Draft 11.0 picks 17-32: A different perspective

College Basketball Transfer Portal: Top 25 Players Committed

We breakdown the top players that have chosen a new team for the 2024-25 college basketball season. Stay up to date with all the transfer moves with SportsGrid

Beijing runner disqualified after others slowed to let him win

Organizers have revoked a runner's victory in the Beijing Half Marathon last weekend after an investigation confirmed that three other runners had slowed down to let him win the race.

Bengals announce the passing of Bill Tobin

Tobin previously worked with the Bengals and is the father of Duke Tobin.

Olivia Dunne celebrates LSU gymnastics’ championship berth: ‘Final 4 bound’

Olivia Dunne and the Lady Tigers aren’t done yet. LSU’s gymnastics team has advanced to Saturday’s NCAA Championship Final following a dominant performance Thursday in the semifinal at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas, posting a score of 198.1125 — the program’s second-highest at NCAA Championships. Dunne did not take part in the competition, though video shows her warming up with teammates. LSU’s Haleigh Bryant led the way with a 39.7125...

NCAA makes major changes to college football

College football and the NFL have had some notable differences over the years that help differentiate the product on the field. But on Friday, the NCAA announced several changes to the college game that will make it look a lot more like professional football. One of the biggest scandals of the college football season last year came when Michigan recruiting staffer Connor Stalions was found to have been involved in a sign-stealing controversy...

Round One Schedule For The Avalanche And NHL Released

The NHL waited until the absolute last second possible to release their round one schedule, but it’s here now. And the schedule for the Avalanche and Jets is…interesting, to say the least.

New York Mets unveil City Connect uniforms

The look will debut April 27 and then will be worn for every Saturday home game except Darryl Strawberry's jersey retirement on June 1.

Bruins vs Maple Leafs XVII: Strengths, Weaknesses, and a Prediction

April in Boston is synonymous with a few things. Baseball, cherry blossoms, and boats floating through the Common are back in full swing. The weather is finally

NFL mock draft 2024: How Patriots' potential Drake Maye vs. J.J. McCarthy debate could shape 2024 NFL Draft

SN experts Jacob Camenker and Edward Sutelan trade picks in a joint mock draft.

Rangers, Braves send veteran lefties to mound in opener

Two veteran left-handers will take the mound when the Texas Rangers visit the Atlanta Braves for the first time since 2017 to start a three-game interleague series on Friday.

NCAA gymnastics results, scores, winners for 2024 women's college semifinals

Some of the nation's top gymnastics talent takes the stage in the hopes of bringing their sides that much closer to an NCAA title.

First-year Michigan coach Sherrone Moore might display some of his QB options in spring game

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Sherrone Moore will have a lot of big decisions to make in his first season as Michigan's coach, leading the defending national champions after Jim Harbaugh bolted to coach the Los Angeles Chargers. Who he chooses to start at quarterback will be a closely watched issue this season. Moore has a lot of options, including the speedy Alex Orji and experienced Jack Tuttle. Like a savvy coach, and not one in his first year, he...

Bob Baffert-trained horse not allowed to run in Kentucky Derby, judge rules

As Bob Baffert is suspended from Churchill Downs through 2024, a judge ordered that one of his horses is unable to run in next month's Kentucky Derby.

Utah and Florida secure the last two positions in the NCAA championship, ending Oklahoma’s hopes for a third consecutive win

Utah and Florida secured the last two spots in the NCAA women’s gymnastics championship on Thursday, preventing Oklahoma from achieving a three-peat. Utah took the lead in the first rotation with an impressive performance on the beam, led by Abby Paulson and Malie O’Keefe. They maintained their lead with strong routines on the floor exercise… Continue reading Utah and Florida secure the last two positions in the NCAA championship, ending...

2024 Kentucky Derby horses, futures, odds, date: Expert who hit 10 Derby-Oaks Doubles gives picks

Jody Demling revealed his Kentucky Derby 2024 picks for the Run for the Roses on Saturday, May 4 at Churchill Downs

2000 NFL Draft - Who Were The Six Quarterbacks Selected Before Tom Brady?

With 10 Super Bowl appearances, seven Lombardi Trophies, and five Super Bowl MVPs, Tom Brady is undoubtedly the greatest quarterback to ever step on an NFL field. What has always made his story even more remarkable is that he was all but forgotten in the 2000 NFL Draft. Brady had to watch 198 ...

Potential replacement names for Coyotes in Utah come into focus after trademark filings

Now that the Coyotes’ move to Utah is official, the question on everyone’s mind is what the team’s new name will be. The NHL Board of Governors approved the sale and relocation of the team to Jazz owner Ryan Smith on Wednesday. What exactly the new team could be called when it steps onto the ice next season is still a mystery, even to Smith himself. “We’ll start with Utah on the jersey and we’ll figure out the logo and everything else and what...

NFL Draft prospects 2024: Ranking the top 10 quarterbacks, from Caleb Williams to Joe Milton III

The 2024 NFL Draft quarterback class looks strong at the top with USC's Caleb Williams, North Carolina's Drake Maye, and LSU's Jayden Daniels. Here's breaking down a solid group of overall QB prospects that goes 10 deep.

NHL Playoffs 2024: Full schedule, bracket, TV times, and more

Here’s every matchup and the times for the first round of the 2024 NHL Playoffs

Projecting ideal starters for Team USA men's basketball at Olympics

The 12-man Team USA basketball roster has been finalized. Here's who should start.

Beijing half marathon runners stripped of medals after controversial finish

The top three in Sunday's Beijing half marathon have been stripped of their medals, organisers said, following an investigation into the finish that saw China's He Jie controversially win. "Today the 2024 Beijing Half Marathon Organising Committee issued a decision on the investigation and handling of the men's race results," a state media report said on Friday.

Titmus fires Olympic warning with fastest 400m freestyle of year

World record holder Ariarne Titmus fired a warning shot on Friday to Katie Ledecky and Summer McIntosh ahead of the Paris Olympics with the fastest 400m freestyle of the year. Titmus beat Ledecky in a thrilling final at the Tokyo Olympics then broke the American great's long-standing world record in 2022, only for Canadian teenager McIntosh to better the mark last year.

Owain Jones’ 3-Round 2024 NFL Mock Draft: Jaguars Trade Up for Rome Odunze, Bills Move Up for Brian Thomas Jr.

As the opening night of the 2024 NFL Draft nears, speculation and rumors reach a deafening crescendo. Here, we predict several first-round trades that completely change the outlook for multiple teams. Who will your team select in this latest 3-Round 2024 NFL Mock Draft? 2024 NFL Mock Draft | Round 1 1) Chicago Bears (From CAR): Caleb Williams, QB, USC The Chicago Bears selecting Caleb Williams as the No. 1 overall pick now feels inevitable. As a...