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Yearly Archives: 2024

Did NBA’s regular-season changes contribute to uptick in playoff injuries? Execs are asking smart questions

The NBA wants star players on the court as much as possible. If that wasn’t already self-evident, the league made it clear that this was a priority when it instituted a stricter Player Participation Policy (PPP) last September, which followed the introduction of a 65-game minimum for end-of-season eligibility in the new collective bargaining agreement. It is fair, then, to wonder …

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IU basketball adds nonconference home game vs. South Carolina to 2024-25 schedule

BLOOMINGTON – IU announced the addition of South Carolina to its 2024 nonconference schedule Wednesday, adding depth to a November-December slate headlined by the Hoosiers’ trip to Battle 4 Atlantis. Indiana had been seeking a meaningful home game for its nonconference schedule, with The Bahamas-based Atlantis expected to command much of Mike Woodson’s attention. In South Carolina, the Hoosiers add …

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ESPN’s O.J. Simpson documentary leaves no doubt; he did it

ESPN’s O.J. Simpson documentary leaves no doubt; he did it

Fred VanVleet After Hall of Fame running back O.J. Simpson died earlier this month, the murders of Nicole Brown and Ron Goldman received renewed focus. Many continue to believe he did it. Some still insist he didn’t. I’ve re-watched ESPN’s O.J.: Made In America documentary, which is currently streaming on Netflix. The five-part seriesRead More

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Thunder GM Sam Presti admits he ‘missed’ on Gordon Hayward trade: ‘That’s on me’

Gordon Hayward isn’t happy with how his time with the Oklahoma City Thunder went, and general manager Sam Presti is right there with him. Presti, speaking at his final news conference of the season on Tuesday after the team’s loss to the Dallas Mavericks in the second round of the playoffs, said he “missed” on the deal that brought Hayward …

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Tennessee basketball offers 2025 point guard Keyshuan Tillery

Rick Barnes and Tennessee’s basketball coaching staff are continuing to recruit future Vols on the recruiting trail. The Vols offered a scholarship to 2025 point guard prospect Keyshuan Tillery. “I am blessed and excited to say that I’ve received an offer from coach (Rod) Clark and the University of Tennessee,” Tillery said. The 6-foot, 184-pound point guard is from New …

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USC basketball target Sadiq White sets date for college decision

One of the top power forwards in the 2025 basketball recruiting class, Sadiq White, is ready to announce his commitment. The 6-foot-8 rising senior out of Charlotte will announce his college decision on Wednesday, May 29 at 6:00 p.m. Eastern time on the On3 Recruits YouTube Channel. White will choose among his final seven schools — Alabama, Georgetown, LSU, Syracuse, …

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Karl-Anthony Towns and the Timberwolves needed this win: ‘Keep after it, and maybe the tide turns’

DALLAS — Karl-Anthony Towns’ game, his future with the Minnesota Timberwolves franchise and his responsibility in this team going from toast of the NBA to toast in the Western Conference finals had been examined in the last few days. The silly fouls, the shooting, the ghastly percentages were all on the front burner. The player he’s been for nine years …

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Couch: 3 quick takes on MSU football’s Friday schedule, players transferring to rival schools and Izzo’s ‘die trying’ promise

Michigan State’s Jaden Mangham intercepts a Nebraska pass in the end zone during the second quarter on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. The interception was called back due to an MSU penalty. 1. Friday night MSU football is here to stay The news last week that Michigan State football is playing two Friday night games …

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NBA’s Top 5 Plays of the Night | May 28, 2024

Never miss a moment with the latest news, trending stories and highlights to bring you closer to your favorite players and teams. Source link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50rCSmOecYs Author : Publish date : [publish_date] Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

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Towns, Edwards lift Wolves over Mavs 105-100 to avoid sweep in West finals

NBA: Playoffs-Minnesota Timberwolves at Dallas Mavericks DALLAS (AP) — Karl-Anthony Towns finally found his rhythm, and the Timberwolves finally closed a game in the Western Conference finals. Now they head back to Minnesota for Game 5 on Thursday night to see if they can make things even more interesting against Dallas. Towns scored 20 of his 25 points in the …

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Ed O’Bannon Stands Tall Over NCAA Antitrust Settlement

The NCAA’s historic antitrust settlement will—if finalized, approved and triumphant over potential legal challenge—radically change college sports and end amateurism. Colleges and conferences will be able to directly pay players. There will be pro sports-like salary caps and revenue sharing. Players who were denied pay for NIL, video games and broadcasting revenue will get what they’re owed. Going forward, players will gain …

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