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Rudy Gobert hit the most unlikely shot of his life to cap Timberwolves’ historic comeback

The Minnesota Timberwolves eliminated the Denver Nuggets from the NBA playoffs, with Rudy Gobert potentially putting the icing on the cake.

The All-Time Starting 5 For Every NBA Franchise

Shedeur Sanders hears more criticism from former teammate

Gavin Kuld claims Shedeur is “selfish”

Zverev's stock is rising for the French Open amid questions over Djokovic, Nadal, Sinner and Alcaraz

ROME (AP) — Top-ranked Novak Djokovic hasn’t won a tournament all year. Record 14-time French Open champion Rafael Nadal has been far from his best. Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz have been out injured. And Daniil Medvedev has won only one clay-court title in his career. Considering the state of his rivals in the top five, Alexander Zverev’s credentials entering Roland Garros are looking pretty good following his second Italian Open title. The...

Bears are a perfect destination for this superstar pass-rusher

The Chicago Bears have done a lot of work on their roster this offseason, but one area they have really neglected is their defensive front.

'Terrifying' For League to See Chiefs Get Better in 2024

The Kansas City Chiefs offense got multiple upgrades at the receiver position, and former NFL quarterback David Carr says it's terrifying for the league to see the Chiefs get better.

Becky Hammon Gave Her Honest Assessment of Kate Martin's WNBA Debut

On Saturday, Las Vegas Aces rookie Kate Martin took the floor for her first career regular-season WNBA minutes. The former Iowa star impressed in her debut, notching three points, three assists, five rebounds and a big-time block through 26 minutes of play. Las Vegas head coach Becky Hammon loved ...

Team Penske locks out Indy 500 front row qualifying as Larson makes 'Greatest Spectacle in Racing'

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — For more than a month, Will Power has all but guaranteed that Team Penske would win the pole for the Indianapolis 500. When the team was caught in a cheating scandal, it was messaging Roger Penske really wanted his driver to tamp down. The team was dealing with the disqualification of Josef Newgarden and Scott McLaughlin from the season-opening race and Penske, owner of the race team, IndyCar, Indianapolis Motor Speedway and...

Gabby Douglas out of US Classic after one event. What happened and where she stands for nationals

Gabby Douglas came off uneven bars twice. She's already qualified to do three events at national championships in two weeks. Here's what happened

NASCAR All-Star Race: Results in full as Joey Logano puts on near-perfect performance

Joey Logano emerged victorious from the NASCAR All-Star Race after leading nearly the entire race in a dominant performance.

Did Kyle Larson qualify for Indy 500? Final results after mechanical problems

Kyle Larson showed his versatility in a standout second-qualifying trial, putting him in position to achieve a rare feat among American drivers.

Indiana Pacers troll New York Knicks after Game 7 win

With references to Spike Lee, Reggie Miller and more, Indiana's celebratory posts matched the team's dominance on the hardwood.

3 New York Knicks who definitely won't be back next season

After a heartbreaking loss in seven games to the Indiana Pacers, which New York Knicks likely won't be returning to the Big Apple for the 2024-25 season?

Canucks Lose Leading Scorer Ahead of Crucial Game 7 vs. Oilers

The Vancouver Canucks are set to take on the Edmonton Oilers in Game 7, but they'll have to do it without their leading goalscorer. The post Canucks Lose Leading Scorer Ahead of Crucial Game 7 vs. Oilers appeared first on Heavy.com.

Coach Prime adds a third Hood family member

Trent Hood will join cousins Brandon and Colton at CU

John Tavares speaks out on Leafs hiring Craig Berube

The Maple Leafs will have a new head coach in 2024. Former head coach Sheldon Keefe was relieved of duties after the team’s disappointing first-round exit in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Keefe has been replaced with former St. Lous Blues coach Craig Berube. John Tavares recently shared his thoughts on his new head coach as […] The post John Tavares speaks out on Leafs hiring Craig Berube appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Vikings Quarterback Named Team’s Most Talented Cut Candidate

The Minnesota Vikings added two QBs this offseason, which could leave a player who started multiple games in 2023 on the outside looking in at the 53-man roster. The post Vikings Quarterback Named Team’s Most Talented Cut Candidate appeared first on Heavy.com.

Fans Urge NBA to Address Referee's Actions in Thunder-Mavs Game 6

Controversial officiating overshadows playoff clash in Dallas.

Premier League Golden Boot winner confirmed

Erling Haaland has won the 2023/24 Premier League Golden Boot.

Caitlin Clark Met With Two Sports Legends After Third-Straight WNBA Loss

Caitlin Clark welcomes special guests to recent game.

Timberwolves eliminate defending champion Nuggets with stunning rally to win wild Game 7

DENVER — Anthony Edwards overcame a slow start and the Timberwolves roared back from a 20-point second-half deficit to eliminate the reigning NBA champion Denver Nuggets 98-90 in a Game 7 Minnesota masterpiece on Sunday night. The Timberwolves overcame a 15-point halftime deficit — the largest comeback in a Game 7 in NBA playoff history — behind Edwards, who had just four points, no rebounds and three assists at halftime but finished with 16...

Korda wins sixth LPGA title of year with win at Liberty National

World number one Nelly Korda continued her remarkable year, clinching her sixth win on the LPGA Tour with victory at the Mizuho Americas Open at Liberty National on Sunday. "I mean, to lose to Nelly, it's sad, but then it's also Nelly Korda.

Caitlin Clark leveled by Breanna Stewart screen in latest welcome-to-WNBA moment

Before the Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark lost to the Liberty on Saturday, head coach Christie Sides lamented their poor ball screens — referencing how the Fever only made contact on 46 percent, while the Liberty, Sides said, connected with an opposing player on 72 percent. And late in the first quarter, Breanna Stewart made Sides’ praise of the Liberty screens seem warranted. Clark collided with Stewart and crumbled to the court with 3:35...

Red Sox 3B Rafael Devers ties franchise record

Boston's third baseman has been on a tear.

WATCH: Thiago Silva bids emotional farewell to Stamford Bridge

Ohhhh Thiago Silva!

Timberwolves vs. Nuggets final score, results: Minnesota completes historic comeback for Game 7 victory

The Sporting News tracked updates from Game 7 between the Timberwolves and Nuggets.

LSU’s Karli Petty breaks scoreboard with monstrous home run in NCAA Tournament

LSU looks to advance to the Super Regional round of the NCAA Tournament with a win over Southern Illinois on Sunday, and their strong performance in the third inning is certainly helping them do so. The Tigers scored three runs in the third inning thanks to two home runs, helping extend their early lead to 9-0. But infielder Karli Petty stole the s...

Jalen Brunson had a 1-word answer to sum up his feelings on the Knicks losing Game 7

It's probably really hard to feel this way after losing a Game 7 at home, but this season legitimately was successful for the New York Knicks. They had their best regular-season record in a decade-plus. Perhaps more importantly, they were on the verge of an appearance…

Max Homa hilariously teased Scottie Scheffler about his arrest after losing in the PGA Championship

While the annual PGA Championship has unfolded this weekend, it's been hard to top the confusing beginning surrounding Scottie Scheffler's bizarre arrest. And Max Homa is already assuring that Scheffler

Sky win first game of season, Angel Reese sets WNBA record

Angel Reese got her first WNBA win on Saturday, and she set a new league standard in the process.

T.J. Hockenson Expected to Miss Large Chunk of Vikings Season

Minnesota Vikings Tight End T.J. Hockenson not expected to return anytime soon, according to one local Minnesota Vikings beat writer.

What are the ATP rankings after Zverev’s victory at the 2024 Italian Open?

Here’s how the latest ATP rankings look after Zverev’s victory in Rome over Jarry.

Xander Schauffele Finally Holds His Nerve to Win PGA Championship

Xander Schauffele had developed a reputation for wilting in the biggest moments. But when he coughed up a lead Sunday, he responded with a string of clutch shots to land his first major title.

Flau'Jae Johnson tells Stephen A. Smith growth of women's basketball has been 'life-changing'

Women's basketball, both at the collegiate and WNBA levels, is arguably the fastest-growing sport in America right now. LSU has been at the forefront of that growth with players like and becoming some of the most well-known and highly valued athletes in the nation when it…

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. throws punch at Kyle Busch after NASCAR All-Star Race

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. was upset with Kyle Busch for an incident on the second lap of the race that eliminated Stenhouse.

2024 PGA Championship Leaderboard: Live final-day updates for golf leaders Sunday

The PGA Championship 2024 comes down to a decisive final day. Xander Schauffele, Collin Morikawa join a crowded leaderboard Sunday from Valhalla.

Jim Otto, 'Mr. Raider' and Pro Football Hall of Famer, dies at 86

Jim Otto, the Hall of Fame center known as “Mr. Raider” for his durability through a litany of injuries, has died, the team confirmed Sunday night. He was 86. The cause of death was not immediately known. “The Original Raider,” the club said in a statement posted on the social platform X. “The personification of consistency, Jim’s influence on the American Football League and professional football as a whole cannot be overstated. His leadership...

Five Teams That Got Screwed by the 2024 NFL Schedule

The Jets have been treated so poorly their fans should consider a boycott. Plus, four other teams that got no favors from the league schedule makers.

Caitlin Clark shatters records: Liberty's ticket sales soar in rookie sensation's New York debut

The Liberty is the first WNBA team to break the $2 million ceiling in ticket sales.. In a stunning testament to her rising star power, Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark drove record-breaking ticket sales for the New York Liberty during her first game in the Big Apple on Saturday. The Liberty amassed over $2 million in ticket revenue for the game at the Barclays Center, setting a WNBA record. "That's incredible," exclaimed Liberty star Breanna...

Hannah Green comes agonizingly close to defeating Nelly Korda at Liberty National

Hannah Green, the only other player to win multiple times on the LPGA this season, almost defeated Nelly Korda at Liberty National.

Mark Wells, Miracle on Ice Olympic hockey gold medalist, dies at 66

Mark Wells was a forward on the Miracle on Ice team that won the 1980 Lake Placid Olympic men's hockey title.

"Sydney Mclaughlin-Levrone is the ultimate racer"- Michael Johnson reacts to American hurdler's blistering 200m run at the LA Grand Prix

While it was a shocker to some that Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone was racing in the 200m instead of her signature 400m hurdles event, the Olympic champion bested a stacked field at the USATF LA Grande Pri

Matches To Make After UFC Vegas 92

UFC Vegas 92 results: It’s time to see what could be next for all of the main card winners from last night’s "Barboza vs. Murphy" event in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Caitlin Clark News: Fever Star Makes WNBA History in Just Three Games

Indiana Fever star guard Caitlin Clark has made some WNBA history just three games into her career.

Khaos Williams Sends Warning To Welterweight Division After UFC Fight Night KO: 'I Want All The Smoke!'

Khaos Williams made a statement and showed off the power that has earned him attention during his time with the UFC, needing just 90 seconds to put away Carlston Harris in Saturday's co-main event. After targeting the body, Williams needed a single right hand to slump Harris in the cage at the ...

Nelly Korda wins Mizuho Americas Open by a stroke over Hannah Green for her 6th victory in 7 events

JERSEY CITY, N.J. (AP) — With her record-tying winning streak over, Nelly Korda got back to doing what she does best — winning. Nelly Korda won a back-nine showdown with Hannah Green of Australia with a par on the 18th hole to capture the Mizuho Americas Open by a stroke Sunday for her sixth win in seven starts on the LPGA Tour this year. “Oh, my gosh, six,” Korda said. “I can’t even really gather myself right now with that, the head to head...

Tua Tagovailoa 'rejects' Miami Dolphins contract offer after Jared Goff's payday

The Miami Dolphins are looking to sign Tua Tagovailoa to a long-term deal, but the 26-year-old is holding out for a sum in line with the top quarterbacks in the NFL

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Former Air Force heavyweight Wyatt Hendrickson commits to Oklahoma State

Former Air Force heavyweight Wyatt Hendrickson committed to Oklahoma State, according to his Instagram page. He had one year of eligibility left due to the 2021 COVID season. Hendrickson was granted special permission to pursue a graduate year before his military service. “Excited to bring my wrestling career to Stillwater! LETS RIDE!!!!!,” Hendric...

Kyrie Irving Shared A Heartfelt Speech In Mavericks Locker Room After Game 6 Victory

Kyrie Irving's heartfelt speech celebrates the Mavericks' Game 6 win, emphasizing unity and gratitude.