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Warriors coach Steve Kerr said Rockets defenders are trying to "outsmart the rules" by hitting Stephen Curry's hand after he releases his shot and said it's something he hopes the league addresses after the season.
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The Falcons have picked up wide receiver Drake London's fifth-year option, the team announced Wednesday.
The Ravens declined the fifth-year option on Tyler Linderbaum, but they intend to retain the two-time Pro Bowl center.
The Jaguars are not picking up the fifth-year option for linebacker Devin Lloyd, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
Jeff Sperbeck, the longtime friend, business partner and former agent of John Elway, has died from injuries suffered when he fell off a golf cart reportedly being driven by the Hall of Fame quarterback.
Giants rookie pass rusher Abdul Carter also received a prank call during the NFL draft, agent Drew Rosenhaus told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
The English Football Association (FA) has said it will ban transgender players from women's football from next season, starting from June 1.
Manchester City are monitoring a number of goalkeepers including FC Porto's Diogo Costa amid renewed uncertainty surrounding Ederson's future, a source has told ESPN.
Inter coach Simone Inzaghi lauded Barcelona's Lamine Yamal as a phenomenon who comes along once every 50 years after his side's draw in the Champions League.
Ruben Amorim has said that not even winning the Europa League will save Manchester United's season.
Cristiano Ronaldo's wait for a major trophy in Saudi Arabia is set to continue as Al-Nassr lost 3-2 to Kawasaki Frontale in the Asian Champions League semifinals on Wednesday.
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Houston's Lance McCullers Jr., who hasn't appeared in an MLB game since the 2022 World Series due to injuries, is scheduled to start vs. the White Sox on Sunday.
The Rockies (5-25) beat the Braves to end an eight-game losing streak and avoid tying the 1988 Orioles (4-26) for the worst 30-game start in MLB since 1901.
The Mets placed Danny Young on the injured list with an elbow sprain Wednesday, a move that came three days after fellow lefty reliever A.J. Minter landed on IL.
Benches and bullpens cleared in Baltimore in the fourth inning of the Orioles' 5-4 win over the Yankees on Wednesday night, when Heston Kjerstad stole second base and Pablo Reyes had to leap over him to catch the throw.
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Colorado Avalanche standout Nathan MacKinnon is in contention to repeat as the recipient of the Ted Lindsay Award.
The Capitals beat the Canadiens on Wednesday night to advance in the Stanley Cup playoffs, their first series victory since winning it all in 2018.
Utah Hockey Club officials wouldn't confirm whether "Mammoth" was their new name after it allegedly leaked on the team's official YouTube channel Tuesday night.
Jets coach Scott Arniel was frustrated by the play that left him without star center Mark Scheifele for the final two periods of Wednesday's win over the Blues.
Florida sophomore quarterback DJ Lagway, who was limited in spring practice and didn't throw due to shoulder soreness, has resumed throwing for the Gators.
Marshall will not renew the contract of athletic director Christian Spears when it expires next year, the school announced Tuesday.
The Pac-12 has finalized television deals for the 2025 season, with The CW, ESPN and CBS combining to show the 13 home games involving Oregon State and Washington State.
Boise State coach Spencer Danielson is getting a new five-year deal after taking the Broncos to the CFP in his first full season as their head coach, the school announced Tuesday.
Jets quarterback Jordan Travis announced his retirement after a devastating leg injury suffered in 2023 while at Florida State "never responded" to treatment.
Villanova's Mike Nardi, who took over as interim coach last month, has been hired by UConn as an assistant coach, the school announced Tuesday.
California transfer Andrej Stojakovic, the son of former NBA star Peja Stojakovic and one of the best available players in the portal, has committed to Illinois over Stanford and North Carolina.
UConn power forward, Alex Karaban withdrew from the NBA draft and will return for his senior season, a source told ESPN.
Ex-prep phenom Mikey Williams has committed to Sacramento State, where he'll play under the tutelage of new GM Shaquille O'Neal and coach Mike Bibby.
Sidi Gueye, one of the top international prospects in his age group, has committed to Arizona.
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