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Rory McIlroy Says LIV Players Could Return

Rory McIlroy has softened his opposition to LIV Golf players rejoining the PGA Tour, saying their return depends on the rival tour’s financial health after Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund pulled

WNBA Kicks Off 30th Season, Aces Favored to Repeat

While headlines have been dominated by India's energy import woes, the sports world now turns to the WNBA's 30th season, which launches with a packed opening weekend. All three ESPN analysts agree the

Knicks Take 3-0 Lead Over 76ers

The New York Knicks clinched a 3-0 series lead over the Philadelphia 76ers with a 108-94 win, suffocating the Sixers' offense in the fourth quarter. Defensive star Mikal Bridges, stepping in for the i

Pennsylvania AG probes Bucknell freshman’s death

An investigation by the Pennsylvania Attorney General is probing the July 12, 2024 death of Bucknell freshman football player CJ Dickey Jr., who collapsed during his first workout. The family, who say

The Knicks have something special brewing as road to NBA Finals looks wide open

The Knicks have turned a shaky start into a six‑game winning streak, crushing the 76ers 108‑94 to grab a 3‑0 series lead. With Jalen Brunson’s 33‑point outburst, Karl‑Anthony Towns’ 46 assists across

Mavericks Hire Mike Schmitz as GM

The Dallas Mavericks appointed former Portland Trail Blazers assistant GM Mike Schmitz as their new general manager, reporting to President Masai Ujiri. The hire follows the dismissal of Nico Harrison

NFL Unveils 2026 Schedule, Announces Intl Games

The NFL announced Thursday that its full 2026 regular-season schedule will be released, continuing its May release tradition and featuring multiple international matchups, including a Week 1 game in M

White House Panel Proposes Coach Salary Caps, Antitrust Shield

A White House committee has drafted sweeping proposals to cap college coaches' salaries, create a Group of Six playoff, and shield the NCAA from antitrust lawsuits — pending congressional action.

Knicks Lead 12 Points, 89% Win Chance in 4th vs 76ers

The Knicks are commanding a 12‑point lead in the fourth quarter, pushing their win probability to 89% as they aim for a 3‑0 series edge over the 76ers. Meanwhile, the NBA landscape shifts: former coac

Seattle Seahawks Sale Expected at $9B, Buyers Soft

The Seattle Seahawks’ sale is progressing slower than recent NFL franchise deals, with owners labeling the market “soft.” While the Allen estate aims for a record price, insiders project a final price

NCAA lets conferences pick 5-7 bowl teams

The NCAA's football oversight committee voted Thursday to let conferences choose their own 5-7 teams to fill bowl slots, replacing the current descending-order APR selection with conference discretion

Bruno Fernandes one assist from PL record, FWA winner

As Arsenal and Manchester City gear up for a decisive title showdown, Manchester United's captain Bruno Fernandes is chasing personal milestones. He’s one assist away from equalling the Premier League

SportsLine backs Maxey Over 25.5, Randle Over 6.5

SportsLine’s Projection Model has highlighted three high‑value player prop bets for Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, backing Tyrese Maxey to exceed 25.5 points, Julius Randle to grab more than 6.5 reb

Glasgow beat Cardiff to move top of URC table

Glasgow Warriors clinched a 40‑17 bonus‑point victory over Cardiff Rugby, propelling them to the top of the United Rugby Championship with a final round left. A first‑half onslaught featuring tries fr

McClure Picks Paul George, Dylan Harper for May 8

DFS veteran Mike McClure, who has amassed over $2 million in winnings, recommends Paul George and Dylan Harper as high‑value picks for Friday’s Game 3 playoff matchups. Leveraging a 10,000‑simulation

Arsenal Leads Title Race, Preps for CL Final

Arsenal, five points ahead of Manchester City, are poised for a decisive final league push and a historic Champions League final. Manager Mikel Arteta’s call to “stay present” comes as the squad balan

NFL Referees Sign 7‑Year CBA, Pay Hikes & Training

The NFL Referees Association and the league have sealed a seven‑year collective bargaining agreement, ending a two‑year stalemate and guaranteeing officiating stability through 2026. The pact delivers

FIA Approves 50 kW ICE Power Increase for 2027 F1

After drivers criticised the hybrid‑heavy power units for making qualifying too dependent on energy‑management, the FIA, F1 commercial rights holder and all teams unanimously agreed to shift the 2027