Category: Sports
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4/12 Preview: Celtics vs. Hornets
When the Boston Celtics host the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night, they’ll try to avoid losing three games in a row.Boston (62-18) lost 104-91 on the road to the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday, then on Thursday, they were defeated 118-109 by the visiting New York Knicks. Since securing the top seed in the Eastern Conference…
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At the practice facility, the Sixers unveil a statue of Allen Iverson.
Indeed, there is something very ironic about the fact that Allen Iverson was captured in his crossover posture in the Philadelphia 76ers’ practice facility, of all places.Practice. Not where the Sixers are supposed to play. Practice. Nearly 22 years after AI boasted about “practice” 22 times in a frequently staged press conference (see, Ted Lasso),…
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Denver advances to the Frozen Four title game after defeating Boston University 2-1 in overtime.
Growing up in Bloomington, Tristan Broz acknowledged, he fantasized of situations like the one he had on Thursday: winning the NCAA Frozen Four in overtime at St. Paul’s Xcel Energy Center, his backyard.“To accomplish something like that for your team is what every kid dreams of,” Broz said shortly after his goal, which put Denver…
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Scores in the Europa League, fear gauge: AC Milan struggles against AS Roma, Liverpool is devastated by Atalanta
The first leg of the quarterfinals of the UEFA Europa League was anything but easy for the favorites, with teams like AC Milan and Liverpool losing to start the match and Bayer Leverkusen requiring two goals in the last ten minutes to take the lead.The most well-known teams in the competition now find themselves in…
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76-year-old football player and actor O.J. Simpson is accused of killing his ex-wife.
O.J. Simpson, the former football star turned actor who was cleared in a dramatic trial of killing his ex-wife and her friend, passed away from cancer, according to his family. He passed away at his Las Vegas residence on Wednesday at the age of 76.“On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his…
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Kentucky is working swiftly to appoint Scott Drew of Baylor as the new basketball coach of the Wildcats.
The attention around Scott Drew of Baylor as the University of Kentucky men’s basketball coach has grown in the less than 24 hours after the departure of John Calipari.Shortly after Calipari announced his resignation as the Wildcats’ head coach on Tuesday afternoon, the Herald-Leader was informed that UK had significant negotiations with Drew. A aircraft…
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Insanity Borussia Dortmund 2-1 Atletico Madrid in Madrid
Borussia Dortmund fell short of their Spanish opponents today, who at one point seemed to be winning the match, 2-1, but they will be satisfied that they are just one goal behind them when they return to Germany.It’s possible that the absence of Jude Bellingham, Erling Haaland, and Kylian Mbappe detracted a lot of attention…
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Watch as Reds’ Elly De La Cruz displays a tremendous two-home run game, which includes a home shot inside the park.
Cincinnati Reds shortstop One of the most talented and dynamic players in the game, Elly De La Cruz, displayed both his speed and power on Monday night against the Milwaukee Brewers (CIN 10, MIL 8). De La Cruz hit two home runs to highlight his abilities. He led his team to victory with back-to-back monster…
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How to watch the SheBelieves Cup final between the USWNT and Canada: TV channel, start time, and team news
When the USWNT plays Canada on Tuesday, they have the opportunity to capture their seventh SheBelieves Cup championship. Brazil and Japan will have to settle for a Third Place match as the long-standing Concacaf rivals fight it out for the trophy and bragging rights at Lower.com Field in Columbus, OH.This Tuesday’s game will be the…
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When and how to watch Real Madrid vs. Manchester City: April 9, 2024 Predictions for the UEFA Champions League score
In the first leg of their quarterfinal matchup in the UEFA Champions League, Real Madrid takes on Manchester City on Tuesday on Paramount+, featuring a matchup of two very offensive teams. Real Madrid, the most successful side in the history of the competition, is brimming with confidence after their unbeaten home record and stellar La…
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Chelsea gives up a late goal against Sheffield United in a draw.
Ollie McBurnie, a striker for Sheffield United, scored a stoppage-time equalizer to give his team’s Premier League survival a 2-2 draw against Chelsea on Sunday.With seven games remaining, the Blades are still at the bottom of the standings with 16 points, while Chelsea is in ninth place with 44 points after winning seven straight league…
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Liverpool loses out on a top spot following a draw with Manchester United.
Liverpool ended the weekend tied on points with league leaders Arsenal after Mohamed Salah’s late penalty kick equalized the score in a 2-2 draw with Manchester United on Sunday.In the 84th minute, Salah scored his sixth league goal at Old Trafford, surpassing Steven Gerrard’s five goals, becoming him the most successful visiting player in league…
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How much does South Carolina player Kamilla Cardoso earn from appearances and sponsorships?
All eyes are on Kamilla Cardoso, the outstanding center for the South Carolina Gamecocks, as they surge toward the top of college women’s basketball after an unbeaten season.Cardoso demonstrated her skill on both sides of the floor in the Final Four, leading her team to the NCAA Tournament title game with an outstanding 22-point effort.…
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Arsenal easily defeats Brighton to reclaim the top spot in the Premier League.
Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz, and Leandro Trossard scored goals to lead Arsenal to a commanding 3-0 victory over Brighton on Saturday, which kept them atop the Premier League standings.Arsenal had dropped to third position after Manchester City’s triumph earlier in the day, but they rallied forcefully to overcome what seemed to be a difficult hurdle…
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After defeating Alabama, UConn is one win away from creating history and will play Purdue in the final.
We now know which 68 teams advanced to Monday’s NCAA men’s championship game after March Madness.After defeating Alabama Crimson Tide 86–72 in the Final Four on Saturday, defending champion UConn moved one step closer to creating history. With a win against Purdue on Monday night in the final game, the No. 1 seed can now…
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After a thrilling journey through the NCAA Tournament, NC State basketball loses to Purdue in the Final Four.
The latest chance for N.C. State to extend its incredible playoff run came early in the second half of Saturday night’s Final Four matchup against Purdue.For the first time in over a month, the Wolfpack were unable to convert a nearly five-minute Boilermakers scoring drought into a victory. In an NCAA Tournament national semifinal basketball…
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Injury Report for Golden State Warriors vs. Dallas Mavericks
The Dallas Mavericks and Golden State Warriors will play one other again in less than a week, and this game will be just as significant as the one on Tuesday.Four Warriors players—Andrew Wiggins, Jonathan Kuminga, Dario Saric, and Gary Payton II—are listed as injured. Due to left ankle discomfort, Andrew Wiggins is doubtful; Jonathan Kuminga…
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Final Four matchup between Iowa and UConn: start time, live stream, viewing instructions, and a look at Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers
Despite being ranked third going into the NCAA Tournament and having little chance of making it to the title game, the injured UConn Huskies are still dancing, with just Iowa, the top-seeded team, standing in their way.UConn was favored to win the NCAA Women’s Tournament in only 3.5% of the brackets on CBS. Given the…
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Odds, score projection, and time for Indiana State vs. Seton Hall: 2024 Bets on the NIT Championship Game using a tested model
In the 2024 NIT Championship Game on Thursday, the Seton Hall Pirates will play for their first championship in more than 70 years against the Indiana State Sycamores. Seton Hall (26-12), the 1953 NIT champion, defeated Georgia 84-67 in the semifinals to go one win closer to its second championship. With their victory against Utah…
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Liverpool regains control as they defeat Sheffield United thanks to late strikes.
With a nervous 3-1 home win over bottom-place Sheffield United on Thursday, Alexis Mac Allister’s thunderbolt and Cody Gakpo’s late header gave Liverpool the lead back in an exciting Premier League championship contest.With two wins over Arsenal and three over champion Manchester City, who also prevailed on Wednesday to increase the pressure, Liverpool leads the…
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Manchester United vs. Chelsea is a ridiculous masterclass in a ridiculous fight of fallen titans.
The crazy is meant to be saved for the last whistle at Stamford Bridge. Rather, Manchester United and Chelsea produced the Citizen Kane of subpar football. The hosts threw away a masterpiece in folly in the first 100 minutes and won the last two, making it the finest worst game the Premier League has ever…
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Arsenal has a rare opportunity to rest important players before the end.
To win a Premier League championship, you have to be brave and take calculated chances when necessary. A well-meaning bet might always go wrong, but manager Mikel Arteta was rewarded for taking a risk when Arsenal defeated Luton Town 2-0 to recover top position.Daiki Hashioka’s own goal one minute before halftime and Martin Odegaard’s goal…
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In the Champions Cup, Inter Miami falls 2-1 to Monterrey as Messi sits and the team concedes two late goals.
On Wednesday night, Inter Miami faced its most difficult test of the season without Lionel Messi. Although they seemed to be the stronger side for 68 minutes, they lost 2-1 in the home leg of the Champions Cup quarterfinal against Mexican power Monterrey.After an unnecessary foul in the 65th minute, Miami midfielder David Ruiz was…
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For a 2025 selection pick, the Bills trade standout wide receiver Stefon Diggs to the Texans.
Stefon Diggs, a four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver, was dealt by the Buffalo Bills to the Houston Texans on Wednesday in exchange for a draft selection.Diggs was acquired by the Bills in exchange for a 2024 sixth-round pick (No. 189 overall), a 2025 fifth-round selection, and a 2025 second-round choice (via the Minnesota Vikings). When…