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A first look at the Heat-Nuggets NBA Finals matchup Wed, 31 May 2023 01:45:38 EST Denver and Miami each have X factors that could swing the series, but which other stars will make the biggest impact? Read more...   Petes win to avoid elimination in Memorial Cup Wed, 31 May 2023 00:17:04 EST The Peterborough Petes avoided elimination in the Memorial Cup, beating the Quebec Remparts 4-2 on Tuesday night. Read more...   Lacob: Dubs haven't tabbed Myers replacement Wed, 31 May 2023 00:14:52 EST Kirk Lacob and Mike Dunleavy Jr. are expected to have more prominent roles in the Warriors organization, but Joe Lacob says they haven't made a decision on Bob Myers' replacement. Read more...   Butler offered Gauff Finals tickets before playoffs Wed, 31 May 2023 00:14:52 EST Butler's confidence is well known. He told Gauff the Heat would make the NBA Finals before the regular season even ended. That mentality helped Gauff in her first 2023 French Open match. Read more...   Malone: Heat being 8-seed not relevant in Finals Wed, 31 May 2023 00:14:52 EST Nuggets coach Michael Malone said to forget about the Heat being a No. 8 seed, saying, "You're trying to win the first NBA championship in franchise history, and it's going to be the hardest thing that we've ever done." Read more...   Sources: Knicks won't extend deal for GM Perry Wed, 31 May 2023 00:14:52 EST The Knicks, who won 47 games and advanced to the second round of the playoffs this season, will not extend the contract of GM Scott Perry, sources told ESPN, confirming multiple reports. Read more...   U.S. men's hoops team faces Puerto Rico Aug. 7 Wed, 31 May 2023 00:14:52 EST Team USA's men's basketball squad will face Puerto Rico in an exhibition game on Aug. 7 in Las Vegas as it prepares for the FIBA World Cup later this summer. Read more...   Heat stomp Celtics, carry dream run into Finals Wed, 31 May 2023 00:14:52 EST The Heat continued their dream run on Monday, becoming just the second No. 8 seed in NBA history to make the Finals. Read more...   Yankees place Bader on IL, get Trevino back Tue, 30 May 2023 22:38:00 EST The Yankees placed outfielder Harrison Bader on the 10-day injured list after an MRI revealed a low-grade hamstring strain, but got catcher Jose Trevino back after he missed about two weeks. Read more...   DSG fails to pay Padres; TV rights revert to MLB Tue, 30 May 2023 22:38:00 EST Diamond Sports Group has decided not to pay the Padres their latest rights fee, a monumental development that will revert the team's broadcasting rights to Major League Baseball and establish precedent for an uncertain, rapidly evolving landscape. Read more...   Greene exits Tigers' loss; Rodriguez placed on IL Tue, 30 May 2023 22:38:00 EST Hours after Detroit starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez went on the 15-day disabled list because of a ruptured pulley in his left index finger, Tigers centerfielder Riley Greene exited in the third inning of a 10-6 loss to the Texas Rangers Tuesday night. Read more...   Kershaw disagrees with decision to honor Sisters Tue, 30 May 2023 22:38:00 EST Clayton Kershaw says he disagrees with the Los Angeles Dodgers' decision to welcome an LGBTQIA+ group called the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence at the team's annual Pride Night. Read more...   O's put Mullins on IL, sign ex-Yankees OF Hicks Tue, 30 May 2023 22:38:00 EST The Orioles placed center fielder Cedric Mullins on the 10-day injured list Tuesday and replaced him on the roster with former Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks. Read more...   Bass apologizes for sharing anti-LGBTQIA+ post Tue, 30 May 2023 22:38:00 EST Blue Jays reliever Anthony Bass issued a public apology one day after sharing a video on social media that endorses anti-LGBTQIA+ boycotts. Read more...   Nuggets open as -360 favorites vs. Heat in Finals Tue, 30 May 2023 22:24:53 EST The Nuggets opened as -360 favorites over the Heat in the NBA Finals at Caesars Sportsbook on Monday night. Read more...   Smart says SEC schedule 'most overrated' debate Tue, 30 May 2023 22:19:48 EST For more than a year, the SEC has been trying to figure out what to do with its schedule starting with the 2024 season when Texas and Oklahoma join to make it a 16-team league with no divisions. Read more...   Tatum injured on first play: Was 'a shell of myself' Tue, 30 May 2023 19:09:42 EST On a night when their shots didn't fall and Jayson Tatum sprained an ankle on the opening possession of Game 7, the Celtics came up short in their bid to become the first team in NBA history to overcome a 3-0 series deficit. Read more...   Brewers put Winker (cervical strain) on injured list Tue, 30 May 2023 19:07:48 EST The Brewers placed outfielder Jesse Winker, who is batting .204 with a .315 on-base percentage and .231 slugging percentage in 39 games this season, on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a cervical strain, but the move is retroactive to Sunday. Read more...   Watson says he 'would love' Hopkins on Browns Tue, 30 May 2023 18:41:19 EST Quarterback Deshaun Watson said Tuesday that he "would love" to have former teammate DeAndre Hopkins join him with the Browns. Read more...   Jaguars easing rusty WR Ridley back into action Tue, 30 May 2023 18:41:19 EST Jaguars coach Doug Pederson said he's being careful with Calvin Ridley and easing him back into action during OTAs. Read more...   Bengals' Boyd: Would've beat KC if I was healthy Tue, 30 May 2023 18:41:19 EST Cincinnati Bengals WR Tyler Boyd said if he didn't suffer a thigh injury that limited him in last season's AFC championship, his team would've beaten the Chiefs. Read more...   Allen: Gruden visited to help Saints with Carr Tue, 30 May 2023 18:41:19 EST Saints coach Dennis Allen said Tuesday that the main purpose of Jon Gruden's visit last week was to talk with the former Raiders coach about new quarterback Derek Carr. Read more...   Saints' Winston: Still have skills to be starting QB Tue, 30 May 2023 18:41:19 EST Jameis Winston said he is "all in" on filling his role as the Saints' backup quarterback but believes he can still be a starter somewhere down the line. Read more...   Sources: Commanders plan to cut guard Norwell Tue, 30 May 2023 18:41:19 EST The Commanders placed Andrew Norwell on the reserve/PUP list Tuesday, and sources told ESPN the team plans to release the guard once he's able to pass a physical. Read more...   Ex-Steelers RB Bell: I smoked pot before games Tue, 30 May 2023 18:41:19 EST Free agent running back Le'Veon Bell said on the "Steel Here" podcast that he used to smoke marijuana before games. Read more...   Reports: Garoppolo signed waiver for foot injury Tue, 30 May 2023 18:41:19 EST Jimmy Garoppolo signed a waiver addressing the foot injury that he underwent surgery for shortly after he signed his three-year, $72.75 million contract with the Raiders, according to multiple reports. Read more...   Capitals name Leafs asst. Carbery as new coach Tue, 30 May 2023 18:35:15 EST The Washington Capitals have named former Toronto Maple Leafs assistant Spencer Carbery as their new head coach. Read more...   Padres put Sanchez in starting lineup vs. Marlins Tue, 30 May 2023 18:28:54 EST Catcher Gary Sanchez was in the lineup and batting seventh against the Marlins on Tuesday one day after he was claimed off waivers. Read more...   Top hoops transfer target Love heading to Arizona Tue, 30 May 2023 18:10:49 EST Former North Carolina star Caleb Love, the best available player in the transfer portal, announced his commitment to Arizona on Tuesday. Read more...   UCLA's McGovern, 60, dies after cancer diagnosis Tue, 30 May 2023 17:56:39 EST Longtime college and NFL defensive coach Bill McGovern, who worked as UCLA's defensive coordinator last season, died after being diagnosed with cancer. Read more...   Sources: Preds hiring Brunette to replace Hynes Tue, 30 May 2023 17:38:14 EST Andrew Brunette, who scored the first goal in Predators history as a player, will replace John Hynes as the team's head coach, sources told ESPN. Read more...   Dodgers recall lefty Vesia, option righty Stone Tue, 30 May 2023 17:11:39 EST The Los Angeles Dodgers recalled left-hander Alex Vesia from Triple-A Oklahoma City on Tuesday and optioned right-hander Gavin Stone to Triple-A. Read more...   Nevada lawmakers consider A's stadium financing Tue, 30 May 2023 17:11:40 EST Nevada lawmakers questioned whether a proposal to subsidize a new MLB stadium with tax credits and bonds would further boost Las Vegas' economy, or serve as a handout for a big business that could strain government resources. Read more...   In 'emotional' return, Hendriks pitches one inning Tue, 30 May 2023 17:02:42 EST Chicago White Sox reliever Liam Hendriks allowed two runs on three hits and a walk to the Los Angeles Angels on Monday night during a 6-4 loss, his first outing since recovering from non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. Read more...   Why the Heat's historic Game 7 victory began moments after their devastating Game 6 loss Tue, 30 May 2023 16:59:24 EST No. 8 seed who found itself on the brink of elimination, "believed that we were going to come here and win." Read more...   Trip down 95 South: J. Cole's role in Martin's success in Miami Tue, 30 May 2023 16:59:47 EST Martin's journey to Miami included an assist from Grammy Award-winner and fellow North Carolina native J. Cole. Read more...   Star deals, coaching plans and an uncertain summer: What lies ahead for Boston Tue, 30 May 2023 16:54:08 EST A season mired in early drama and philosophy shifts ended in Game 7, but Boston's fate was sealed long before suffering a knockout blow to Miami. Read more...   Suwinski splashes two HRs in Cove, joining Bonds Tue, 30 May 2023 16:42:22 EST Pirates outfielder Jack Suwinski joined Barry Bonds as the only players to reach McCovey Cove twice in one game after he splashed two homers in San Francisco on Monday night. Read more...   'It's just time': Dubs architect Myers steps down Tue, 30 May 2023 16:27:40 EST Saying "it's just time," Warriors president and general manager Bob Myers told ESPN he's stepping down after 12 seasons that included four NBA titles. Read more...   Braves' Soroka goes 6 IP in return from Achilles Tue, 30 May 2023 16:06:46 EST Atlanta right-hander Michael Soroka tossed six innings in his long-awaited return to the majors Monday night, pitching for the first time since twice tearing his right Achilles tendon. Read more...   DirecTV seals 'Sunday Ticket' deal for bars, hotels Tue, 30 May 2023 15:55:30 EST The NFL's "Sunday Ticket" package will continue to be available to restaurants, bars, hotels and other businesses that have DirecTV for Business. Read more...   Texas to hire ex-Wisconsin, Pitt coach Chryst Tue, 30 May 2023 15:52:39 EST Texas is hiring former Wisconsin and Pitt coach Paul Chryst as a special assistant to head coach Steve Sarkisian, a team official confirmed to ESPN. Read more...   Cubs' Stroman throws 1-hitter vs. MLB-best Rays Tue, 30 May 2023 15:40:06 EST Marcus Stroman pitched a one-hitter as the Cubs beat the major league-leading Rays 1-0 on Monday. Read more...   Gauff: Butler told me Heat would reach Finals Tue, 30 May 2023 15:34:13 EST Coco Gauff said Tuesday that Jimmy Butler told her the Heat would make the NBA Finals before the playoffs began. Read more...   SEC coaches on tampering: 'A cutthroat business' Tue, 30 May 2023 15:27:11 EST Florida's Billy Napier was among several coaches asked about tampering at the SEC's spring meetings on Tuesday, saying, "It's a cutthroat business." Read more...   Source: Car used by Steelers' Pickett briefly stolen Tue, 30 May 2023 15:26:39 EST An SUV being used by Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett was briefly stolen earlier this week, a source told ESPN, confirming a WTAE report. The team's playbook was in the vehicle but was recovered with the car less than 30 minutes after the theft. Read more...   Sources: Sixers to hire ex-Raptors coach Nurse Tue, 30 May 2023 15:24:12 EST Nick Nurse's desire to coach MVP Joel Embiid and his history with Daryl Morey played a significant part in his decision to commit to a deal with the Sixers, sources said. Read more...   Golden Knights brutally troll Sharks after reaching Stanley Cup Final Tue, 30 May 2023 14:59:57 EST Vegas moved on in the playoffs after beating the Dallas Stars on Monday night. The Knights' rivals in San Jose tried to join the Dallas bandwagon, and Vegas didn't let the Sharks forget it following the 6-0 win. Read more...   Lions' Williams 'wasn't aware' of gambling policy Tue, 30 May 2023 14:44:17 EST Detroit Lions receiver Jameson Williams said he "wasn't aware" of the NFL's gambling policy that led to his six-game suspension. Read more...   Report: Gruden helps Carr, Saints install offense Tue, 30 May 2023 14:44:17 EST The Saints brought in ex-Raiders coach Jon Gruden for the week to help QB Derek Carr and the coaching staff install the offense, NOLA.com reported. Read more...