UH standout freshman Chris Cenac Jr. declares for 2026 NBA Draft
Read full article: UH standout freshman Chris Cenac Jr. declares for 2026 NBA DraftCenac broke in immediately to the Cougars lineup under Kelvin Sampson and started 36 of the Cougars 37 games. He also averaged double figures in scoring and rebounding in UH's three tournament games.
Prediction markets are back in the spotlight, this time because of the war in Iran
Read full article: Prediction markets are back in the spotlight, this time because of the war in IranPrediction markets let people wager on anything from a basketball game to the outcome of a presidential election — and recently, even the fate of the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran.
Tigers' Parker Meadows hospitalized after head-to-head outfield collision with teammate Riley Greene
Read full article: Tigers' Parker Meadows hospitalized after head-to-head outfield collision with teammate Riley GreeneDetroit Tigers center fielder Parker Meadows has been sent to a hospital for overnight observation after a head-to-head collision with teammate Riley Greene.
Justice Department is investigating the NFL for potential anticompetitive practices, AP source says
Read full article: Justice Department is investigating the NFL for potential anticompetitive practices, AP source saysThe Justice Department is investigating the NFL for potential anticompetitive practices, according to a government official.
A's lefty Jeffrey Springs loses a no-hit bid in the seventh inning against the Yankees
Read full article: A's lefty Jeffrey Springs loses a no-hit bid in the seventh inning against the YankeesAthletics pitcher Jeffrey Springs lost a no-hit bid with one out in the seventh inning against the New York Yankees when he allowed a single to Ben Rice.
Transgender darts pro says she 'just got retired' by governing body's policy change
Read full article: Transgender darts pro says she 'just got retired' by governing body's policy changeA transgender darts player says she’s “not done fighting” after the sport’s governing body enacted rules barring transgender women from women’s tournaments.
Jayson Tatum makes a strong return to Madison Square Garden, site of his injury in the playoffs
Read full article: Jayson Tatum makes a strong return to Madison Square Garden, site of his injury in the playoffsJayson Tatum wanted to walk off the floor as a winner in his return to Madison Square Garden.
Xander Schauffele's shot lands in a viewer's merchandise bag. It didn't stop him from making par
Read full article: Xander Schauffele's shot lands in a viewer's merchandise bag. It didn't stop him from making parXander Schauffele’s tee shot on the par-5 eighth hole at Augusta National came to rest in somebody’s merchandise bag.
Gary Player says Tiger Woods' pain medication is understandable but he shouldn't be driving
Read full article: Gary Player says Tiger Woods' pain medication is understandable but he shouldn't be drivingGary Player believes Tiger Woods should avoid driving because of his medication use for pain management.
Colton Herta's Indianapolis 500 hopes blocked by Formula 2 calendar change
Read full article: Colton Herta's Indianapolis 500 hopes blocked by Formula 2 calendar changeColton Herta’s hopes of returning to the Indianapolis 500 in the middle of his bid to reach Formula 1 have taken a hit with a calendar clash after Formula 2 races were rescheduled.
Rory McIlroy opens Masters title defense with 67 after Jack Nicklaus touts his chances to repeat
Read full article: Rory McIlroy opens Masters title defense with 67 after Jack Nicklaus touts his chances to repeatAs Rory McIlroy was warming up on the practice range, Jack Nicklaus was busy touting the star from Northern Ireland by saying he had a “very, very good chance” to repeat as Masters champion.
AP study: MLB average salary hits a record $5.34M as the Mets lead spending again
Read full article: AP study: MLB average salary hits a record $5.34M as the Mets lead spending againMajor League Baseball’s average salary rose 3.4% on opening day to a record $5.34 million, according to a study by The Associated Press, and the New York Mets topped spending at the season’s start for the fourth straight year.
A wild hook and a big leg kick as Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player and Tom Watson open the Masters
Read full article: A wild hook and a big leg kick as Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player and Tom Watson open the MastersGary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson got the Masters underway, hitting the ceremonial first tee shots on a postcard-perfect day at Augusta National.
Connor McDavid nets hat trick on 5-point night as Oilers surge into first place in Pacific Division
Read full article: Connor McDavid nets hat trick on 5-point night as Oilers surge into first place in Pacific DivisionThe best way for the Edmonton Oilers to shake off a tough loss was to let Connor McDavid take over the game.
Iranian American soccer fans are torn between pride and protest as the World Cup nears
Read full article: Iranian American soccer fans are torn between pride and protest as the World Cup nearsMany Iranian soccer fans in the U.S. have conflicting emotions about their homeland's beloved national team as the World Cup comes to North America.
NCAA weighs a 5-year eligibility limit for college athletes that would start at 19 or HS graduation
Read full article: NCAA weighs a 5-year eligibility limit for college athletes that would start at 19 or HS graduationThe Associated Press has learned an NCAA panel is scheduled to discuss potential changes to eligibility rules that would incorporate age into the process.
Angels' Jorge Soler and Braves' Reynaldo López receive 7-game suspensions following brawl
Read full article: Angels' Jorge Soler and Braves' Reynaldo López receive 7-game suspensions following brawlLos Angeles Angels designated hitter Jorge Soler and Atlanta Braves pitcher Reynaldo López each received seven-game suspensions from Major League Baseball on Wednesday after they were ejected following their participation in a brawl.
‘Reimagined’: Harris County officials approve $180M Toyota Center renovation ahead of return of Houston Comets
Read full article: ‘Reimagined’: Harris County officials approve $180M Toyota Center renovation ahead of return of Houston CometsA major transformation could soon be underway at Toyota Center, as a $180-million renovation plan is expected to go before officials for approval later today.
Qatar's Diamond League track meet put back from May to June amid ongoing uncertainty
Read full article: Qatar's Diamond League track meet put back from May to June amid ongoing uncertaintyThe Diamond League track meet in Qatar has been postponed from next month to June 19 if conditions allow amid ongoing uncertainty caused by the conflict in the Middle East.
Alex Ovechkin says he's waiting until after the season to decide his hockey future
Read full article: Alex Ovechkin says he's waiting until after the season to decide his hockey futureAlex Ovechkin says he is waiting until after the Washington Capitals' season is over to decide whether he's calling it a career or returning to play one more year.
Kvaratskhelia scores again as PSG beats Liverpool 2-0 in Champions League quarterfinal 1st leg
Read full article: Kvaratskhelia scores again as PSG beats Liverpool 2-0 in Champions League quarterfinal 1st legKhvicha Kvaratskhelia adds another solo goal to his collection as defending champion Paris Saint-Germain beats Liverpool 2-0 in the first leg of their Champions League quarterfinal.
Atletico wins 2-0 at 10-man Barcelona in 1st leg of Champions League quarterfinal
Read full article: Atletico wins 2-0 at 10-man Barcelona in 1st leg of Champions League quarterfinalAtletico Madrid scored twice after Barcelona was reduced to 10 men to earn a valuable 2-0 road win and take the advantage in their Champions League quarterfinal.
Brawl breaks out between Braves pitcher Reynaldo López and Angels slugger Jorge Soler
Read full article: Brawl breaks out between Braves pitcher Reynaldo López and Angels slugger Jorge SolerAtlanta Braves pitcher Reynaldo López and Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Jorge Soler were ejected after getting into a brawl Tuesday night.
SOCCER: Summer Creek is prepping for its first-ever state championship game under its first-year head coach.
Read full article: SOCCER: Summer Creek is prepping for its first-ever state championship game under its first-year head coach.The Bulldogs will face College Park on Saturday, 6:30 p.m. at Georgetown High School.
Fernando Mendoza to watch the NFL draft from Miami with family and friends, AP source says
Read full article: Fernando Mendoza to watch the NFL draft from Miami with family and friends, AP source saysFernando Mendoza, expected to go first overall to the Las Vegas Raiders, will watch the NFL draft with family and friends in Miami, someone with knowledge of the quarterback’s plans said Tuesday.
No Dexter Lawrence looms over the start of John Harbaugh's first offseason program as Giants coach
Read full article: No Dexter Lawrence looms over the start of John Harbaugh's first offseason program as Giants coachThe start of John Harbaugh's first offseason program as coach of the New York Giants comes with a significant absence looming over it.
Rory McIlroy is taking a champion's victory lap at Augusta National ahead of his Masters defense
Read full article: Rory McIlroy is taking a champion's victory lap at Augusta National ahead of his Masters defenseRory McIlroy thought winning the Masters was one of the greatest days of his career.
Back in Ann Arbor, Dusty May tells jubilant Michigan fans: ‘This trophy is yours’
Read full article: Back in Ann Arbor, Dusty May tells jubilant Michigan fans: ‘This trophy is yours’Michigan men’s basketball returned to campus as national champions and coach Dusty May told the fans who greeted them at the Crisler Center that “this trophy is yours.”.
Michael Malone takes over at North Carolina as the Tar Heels turn to an outsider from the NBA
Read full article: Michael Malone takes over at North Carolina as the Tar Heels turn to an outsider from the NBANorth Carolina has hired NBA championship-winning coach Michael Malone to lead the Tar Heels’ basketball program.
South Carolina's Staley says it is time to move past her Final Four skirmish with UConn's Auriemma
Read full article: South Carolina's Staley says it is time to move past her Final Four skirmish with UConn's AuriemmaSouth Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley says it is time to move past her Final Four skirmish with UConn coach Geno Auriemma that became the talk of the tournament.
Michigan ranked No. 1 in final AP Top 25 poll of season ahead of UConn, Arizona, Duke and Illinois
Read full article: Michigan ranked No. 1 in final AP Top 25 poll of season ahead of UConn, Arizona, Duke and IllinoisMichigan is No. 1 in the final Associated Press Top 25 men’s college basketball poll for the 2025-26 season after winning the program’s first national championship in 37 years.
Kansas' Bidunga, Wake Forest's Harris, Saint Mary's Murauskas among players entering men's portal
Read full article: Kansas' Bidunga, Wake Forest's Harris, Saint Mary's Murauskas among players entering men's portalKansas big man Flory Bidunga, Wake Forest’s Juke Harris and Saint Mary’s Paulius Murauskas are among the parade of players entering the transfer portal on the first of 15 days Division I men’s basketball players can go looking for a new school.
Arsenal beats Sporting Lisbon on Havertz's late goal in Champions League quarterfinals
Read full article: Arsenal beats Sporting Lisbon on Havertz's late goal in Champions League quarterfinalsKai Havertz scored in stoppage time to give Arsenal a 1-0 win in the first leg of its Champions League quarterfinal against Sporting Lisbon.
Harry Kane leads Bayern to 2-1 win over Real Madrid in 1st leg of Champions League quarterfinals
Read full article: Harry Kane leads Bayern to 2-1 win over Real Madrid in 1st leg of Champions League quarterfinalsHarry Kane delivered for Bayern Munich on his return from injury, scoring a goal and helping set up another in the team’s 2-1 win over Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinals.
Willson Contreras warns Brewers if they hit him with another pitch he'll `take one of them out'
Read full article: Willson Contreras warns Brewers if they hit him with another pitch he'll `take one of them out'Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras had a warning for the Milwaukee Brewers after he was hit on the hand by a pitch from right-hander Brandon Woodruff.
Wembanyama suffers left rib contusion vs 76ers, his status for last 3 regular-season games unknown
Read full article: Wembanyama suffers left rib contusion vs 76ers, his status for last 3 regular-season games unknownVictor Wembanyama suffered a left rib contusion and was ruled out of the second half of San Antonio’s 115-102 win over Philadelphia on Monday night, leaving the status of the Spurs’ center for the rest of the regular season in doubt.
Mariners slugger Cal Raleigh hits first home run of 2026 following 10-game drought
Read full article: Mariners slugger Cal Raleigh hits first home run of 2026 following 10-game droughtSeattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh, who led the major leagues with 60 home runs last year, hit his first of the 2026 season Monday night following a 10-game drought.
New Giants manager Tony Vitello working to get his club on track after frustrating 3-8 start
Read full article: New Giants manager Tony Vitello working to get his club on track after frustrating 3-8 startThere’s been a lot of postgame thinking to do for Tony Vitello given the new Giants manager’s frustrating 3-8 start in his jump from college coach to the major leagues.
North Carolina working to finalize deal to hire Michael Malone as basketball coach, AP source says
Read full article: North Carolina working to finalize deal to hire Michael Malone as basketball coach, AP source saysNorth Carolina is working toward finalizing a deal with NBA championship-winning coach Michael Malone to take over the Tar Heels' basketball program.
New Jersey Devils part ways with longtime general manager Tom Fitzgerald
Read full article: New Jersey Devils part ways with longtime general manager Tom FitzgeraldThe New Jersey Devils are parting ways with general manager Tom Fitzgerald in an abrupt late-season change of direction for a team that is set to miss the playoffs.
Bulls fire Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley after six years in a front-office shakeup
Read full article: Bulls fire Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley after six years in a front-office shakeupThe Chicago Bulls fired executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley, ending a six-year run that produced just one playoff appearance.
The Tigers, led by catcher Dillon Dingler, have been baseball's best at ABS challenges
Read full article: The Tigers, led by catcher Dillon Dingler, have been baseball's best at ABS challengesMajor League Baseball's first week of challenges to robot umpires shows catchers outperforming batters.
Angel Reese traded from Chicago Sky to Atlanta Dream for first-round draft picks in 2027 and 2028
Read full article: Angel Reese traded from Chicago Sky to Atlanta Dream for first-round draft picks in 2027 and 2028The Atlanta Dream have acquired two-time WNBA All-Star Angel Reese from the Chicago Sky in exchange for first-round draft picks in 2027 and 2028.
Michigan muscles its way to program's 2nd national title, beating stubborn UConn 69-63
Read full article: Michigan muscles its way to program's 2nd national title, beating stubborn UConn 69-63High-scoring Michigan had to get down and dirty to dig out the national title, making only two 3-pointers all night but still muscling its way to a 69-63 victory over stingy, stubborn UConn.
Dodgers and Yankees off to impressive starts, and Ohtani and Judge are just starting to hit
Read full article: Dodgers and Yankees off to impressive starts, and Ohtani and Judge are just starting to hitThe Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees are off to good starts — and their MVPs are finally starting to hit.
Brent Rooker caps huge game with walk-off homer in 10th to give A's a 12-10 win over Astros
Read full article: Brent Rooker caps huge game with walk-off homer in 10th to give A's a 12-10 win over AstrosBrent Rooker homered twice and had a career-high six RBIs, including a three-run shot in the bottom of the 10th inning that gave the Athletics a 12-10 victory over the Houston Astros.
Lauren Coughlin wins the Aramco Championship by 5 shots at Shadow Creek
Read full article: Lauren Coughlin wins the Aramco Championship by 5 shots at Shadow CreekLauren Coughlin made sure victory was never truly in doubt Sunday in the Aramco Championship in rolling to a five-shot win over Nelly Korda and the rest of the star-studded field.
After missing more than 2 months with right knee injury, Stephen Curry returns for Warriors
Read full article: After missing more than 2 months with right knee injury, Stephen Curry returns for WarriorsStephen Curry swished a 3-pointer on his second shot from deep and raised his arms in delight when the ball went through.
After getting 'smacked' again in title game, South Carolina's Staley plots program's next moves
Read full article: After getting 'smacked' again in title game, South Carolina's Staley plots program's next movesSouth Carolina’s quest to win a fourth national title ended in ugly fashion for a second straight season when the Gamecocks lost to UCLA 79-51 in the NCAA women’s basketball title game.
It's a boy! Scottie Scheffler arrives at Masters with 9-day-old son and a game he hopes is ready
Read full article: It's a boy! Scottie Scheffler arrives at Masters with 9-day-old son and a game he hopes is readyTwo-time Masters champion Scottie Scheffler has brought his entire family to Augusta National.
Leeds beats West Ham in penalty shootout to reach FA Cup semifinals for first time since 1987
Read full article: Leeds beats West Ham in penalty shootout to reach FA Cup semifinals for first time since 1987Leeds throws away a two-goal lead in second-half injury time and has a double scare in extra time before going on to beat West Ham in a penalty shootout and reach the FA Cup semifinals for the first time since 1987.
UConn's Solo Ball, Michigan's Yaxel Lendeborg both dealing with injuries heading into title game
Read full article: UConn's Solo Ball, Michigan's Yaxel Lendeborg both dealing with injuries heading into title gameUConn starting guard Solo Ball was skipping practice because of a sprained foot but said he expects to play when the Huskies face Michigan in the NCAA championship game Monday night.
UCLA storms past South Carolina to claim its 1st NCAA women's basketball title
Read full article: UCLA storms past South Carolina to claim its 1st NCAA women's basketball titleGabriela Jaquez scored 21 points, Lauren Betts added 16 and UCLA routed South Carolina 79-51 Sunday to win its first NCAA championship in women’s basketball.
MASTERS '26: Augusta's 'beautiful little hole' at No. 7 has turned much nastier
Read full article: MASTERS '26: Augusta's 'beautiful little hole' at No. 7 has turned much nastierPlayers in the Masters will have a hard time believing Byron Nelson once drove onto the green at the par-4 seventh hole at Augusta National.
Jo Adell robs 3 homers in what Torii Hunter calls the greatest defensive game he's ever seen
Read full article: Jo Adell robs 3 homers in what Torii Hunter calls the greatest defensive game he's ever seenYou’ve done something special when Torii Hunter, a nine-time Gold Glove Award winner known for his acrobatic catches, calls what you just did “probably the greatest defensive game I’ve ever seen.”.
Michigan rolls to national title game with its latest double-digit March win, 91-73 over Arizona
Read full article: Michigan rolls to national title game with its latest double-digit March win, 91-73 over ArizonaMichigan overpowered Arizona early and humbled the ’Cats all night long, turning the Final Four meeting billed as the game of the year into a 91-73 Wolverines highlight reel.
Michigan star Yaxel Lendeborg turns left ankle and injures knee in Wolverines' Final Four win
Read full article: Michigan star Yaxel Lendeborg turns left ankle and injures knee in Wolverines' Final Four winMichigan star forward Yaxel Lendeborg finished with 11 points while playing just 14 minutes due to ankle and knee injuries in Saturday's 91-73 win over Arizona in the Final Four.
Freshmen Braylon Mullins and Keaton Wagler shine as others struggle in UConn's win over Illinois
Read full article: Freshmen Braylon Mullins and Keaton Wagler shine as others struggle in UConn's win over IllinoisFreshmen Braylon Mullins of UConn and Keaton Wagler of Illinois led the way for their teams in the Final Four on Saturday.
UConn and Hurley muscle their way to 3rd national title game in 4 seasons, beating Illinois 71-62
Read full article: UConn and Hurley muscle their way to 3rd national title game in 4 seasons, beating Illinois 71-62UConn got another critical 3-pointer from Braylon Mullins and coach Dan Hurley’s Huskies are heading back to the national title game.
Geno Auriemma apologizes for tense exchange with Dawn Staley after UConn loss
Read full article: Geno Auriemma apologizes for tense exchange with Dawn Staley after UConn lossUConn coach Geno Auriemma has apologized for his actions during a heated exchange with Dawn Staley at the end of the Huskies’ loss to South Carolina in the women’s Final Four.
Brewers inherit 'rally tortoise' after manager Pat Murphy is told no pocket pancakes in TV interview
Read full article: Brewers inherit 'rally tortoise' after manager Pat Murphy is told no pocket pancakes in TV interviewThe Milwaukee Brewers apparently have a quirky new mascot, a tortoise named Bobby Jr_ During a pregame interview Friday, manager Pat Murphy pulled out the tortoise as a joke instead of his usual “pocket pancakes.”.
Parker, Delle Donne and 1996 US Olympic women's basketball team set for Hall of Fame enshrinement
Read full article: Parker, Delle Donne and 1996 US Olympic women's basketball team set for Hall of Fame enshrinementCandace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Chamique Holdsclaw and the 1996 U.S. Olympic women’s basketball team will be enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame later this year.
FA Cup quarterfinals: Arsenal stunned by 2nd-tier Southampton and Haaland hat trick downs Liverpool
Read full article: FA Cup quarterfinals: Arsenal stunned by 2nd-tier Southampton and Haaland hat trick downs LiverpoolSecond-tier Southampton has caused a huge shock by beating Premier League leader Arsenal in the FA Cup quarterfinals.
Auriemma and Staley clash in tense postgame exchange after South Carolina beats UConn in Final Four
Read full article: Auriemma and Staley clash in tense postgame exchange after South Carolina beats UConn in Final FourDawn Staley and Geno Auriemma’s coaching rivalry reached a dramatic peak Friday night.
US sprinters Richardson and Coleman advance to the Stawell Gift semifinals in Australia
Read full article: US sprinters Richardson and Coleman advance to the Stawell Gift semifinals in AustraliaAmerican sprinters Sha’Carri Richardson and Christian Coleman have won their heats and qualified for Monday’s semifinals of the Stawell Gift, an annual race contested over 120 meters on grass in a small Australian town near Melbourne.
South Carolina returns to the NCAA championship game in a showdown with newcomer UCLA
Read full article: South Carolina returns to the NCAA championship game in a showdown with newcomer UCLADawn Staley and South Carolina are back in a familiar place, reaching the NCAA championship game for the fourth time in five years.
Mets slugger Juan Soto leaves game against Giants with right calf tightness; MRI set for Saturday
Read full article: Mets slugger Juan Soto leaves game against Giants with right calf tightness; MRI set for SaturdayNew York Mets slugger Juan Soto left Friday night’s 10-3 win over the San Francisco Giants in the first inning with right calf tightness.
UCLA withstands Texas' late charge, reaches 1st NCAA championship game with grinding 51-44 win
Read full article: UCLA withstands Texas' late charge, reaches 1st NCAA championship game with grinding 51-44 winLauren Betts had 16 points and made a huge block late, and UCLA withstood a late charge by Texas for a 51-44 win to reach the women’s NCAA Tournament national championship game for the first time.
South Carolina smothers UConn 62-48 to advance to NCAA title game, snaps Huskies’ 54-game win streak
Read full article: South Carolina smothers UConn 62-48 to advance to NCAA title game, snaps Huskies’ 54-game win streakTa’Niya Latson scored 16 and Agot Makeer added 14 points and South Carolina played stifling defense to beat UConn 62-48 on Friday night, ending the Huskies’ 54-game winning streak and advancing to the women’s NCAA Tournament championship game.
Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo lay their foundations in the WNBA expansion draft
Read full article: Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo lay their foundations in the WNBA expansion draftPortland, which is welcoming a WNBA team back in the city after 24 years, selected veteran forward Bridget Carleton with the first pick in the league’s expansion draft on Friday.
NBA scoring leader Luka Doncic to miss rest of Lakers' regular season with hamstring strain
Read full article: NBA scoring leader Luka Doncic to miss rest of Lakers' regular season with hamstring strainLuka Doncic will miss the rest of the Los Angeles Lakers’ regular season with a Grade 2 strain of his left hamstring, the team says.
President Trump signs order intended to stabilize college sports, threatens lost federal funding
Read full article: President Trump signs order intended to stabilize college sports, threatens lost federal fundingPresident Trump has signed an executive order aimed at fixing college sports that would give federal agencies authority to cut funding at schools that don’t comply with mandates covering transfers, eligibility and pay-for-play in the rapidly changing industry.
Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin, 19, certainly looks ready for the majors during electric debut
Read full article: Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin, 19, certainly looks ready for the majors during electric debutPittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin is eager to stop being a prospect and start being a big leaguer.
Arizona's Tommy Lloyd agrees to extension amid status as potential candidate for UNC job
Read full article: Arizona's Tommy Lloyd agrees to extension amid status as potential candidate for UNC jobArizona coach Tommy Lloyd says he’s remaining with the Wildcats after being mentioned as a potential candidate to fill the coaching vacancy at blueblood program North Carolina.