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The Celtics are sending Jrue Holiday to the Trail Blazers for Anfernee Simons and two second-round picks. The deal, which will save Boston about $4.7 million in salary next season, will also clear significant future salary off the Celtics’ books. 🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/644...

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NEWS: Jrue Holiday has been traded to the Portland Trail Blazers, sources tell @byjayking.bsky.social.

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One of the best parts about the 2025 PWHL Draft? There isn't a consensus top pick, our expert writes. These are the top prospects on her big board ⤵️ http://dlvr.it/TLWdKl

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Broncos assistant Zack Grossi was diagnosed with a cancerous chest tumor last October. Denver's support started from the top with owner Greg Penner — and it ended with Grossi's return to the coaching booth. http://dlvr.it/TLWcRN

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England's shortcomings with the ball have been evident in both innings against India. But as they toiled on Monday, Jofra Archer was returning to first-class cricket. Could the pace he provides be the answer? Read: www.nytimes.com/athletic/644...

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What have we learned about your favorite NFL team from offseason workouts? Our writers cover it all ⤵️ http://dlvr.it/TLWZW2

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Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals averaged 16,353,000 viewers on ABC and ESPN+. That made Sunday night’s game the most-watched NBA Finals game since Game 6 in 2019. Read: www.nytimes.com/athletic/644...

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The Thunder are on top of the NBA world — so who is best positioned to challenge them?

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Basketball is brutal. Game 7s deal only in extremes. Triumph or tragedy. Hallelujah or heartbreak. Tyrese Haliburton’s fate came before the final horn. http://dlvr.it/TLWXGG

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Which NHL team would you most like to draft you? We asked, and 40 prospects answered. But which teams do they 𝙣𝙤𝙩 want selecting them? More in our anonymous poll: http://dlvr.it/TLWW5q

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NEWS: Maria Taylor has been named NBC Sports’ lead NBA and WNBA studio host for the company’s upcoming NBA coverage on NBC and Peacock, a source tells @richarddeitsch.bsky.social. More details: www.nytimes.com/athletic/644...

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NEWS: Medical scans confirm Tyrese Haliburton has torn his Achilles, sources tell @joevardon.bsky.social. www.nytimes.com/athletic/644...

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It's mock season. With the 2025 NBA Draft two days away, how does @samvecenie.bsky.social predict the draft will shake out? All 60 picks, mocked out: www.nytimes.com/athletic/643...

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𝙇𝙚𝙜𝙖𝙘𝙮. It's a word that spawns endless debates and talk show segments. It's able to be changed in an instant — for better or worse. So how did these playoffs affect the legacies of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Tyrese Haliburton and others? http://dlvr.it/TLWNKz

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Trevor Zegras, long rumored to be a trade target, finally has been dealt. Eric Stephens and @kevinkurznhl.bsky.social have more on the second major trade between the Ducks and Flyers in less than two years ⤵️

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The real test starts now. The Americans cruised through the Gold Cup stage. They were expected to. What they do in the coming days against some of the better rivals in Concacaf will mean a lot more. http://dlvr.it/TLWM3r

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BREAKING: The Ducks are trading F Trevor Zegras to the Flyers, a source tells @pierrevlebrun.bsky.social. Anaheim will receive Ryan Poehling, the 45th pick in this year's draft and a 2026 fourth rounder in exchange.

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How does the NBA stack up after the Thunder hoisted the Larry O'Brien Trophy Sunday night? Our expert has fresh power rankings — with OKC and Indiana leading the pack: http://dlvr.it/TLWKNF

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Taylor Jenkins and Mike Brown appear to be the front-runners for the Knicks' head coaching vacancy. But New York has tossed around the idea of speaking with James Borrego, sources tell @jledwardsiii.bsky.social. The latest intel: www.nytimes.com/athletic/644...

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Welcome to the 2025 NHL Draft player poll, where prospects give their unfiltered thoughts on topics including: ◽️ Predicting how high they will be drafted ◽️ Dishing on their peers More ⤵️ http://dlvr.it/TLWG5z

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has — 𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 — arrived. The accolades he accumulated this season alone are worthy of Hall of Fame credentials. But him producing like this in the playoffs, in the finals, starts to reek of undeniable. http://dlvr.it/TLWDZ7

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The Pacers' Game 7 loss almost felt secondary when compared to the injury to Tyrese Haliburton. Indiana is staring at a summer of uncertainty without their franchise star — rife with a number of tough decisions. http://dlvr.it/TLWBkF

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Obi Toppin was brutally honest about seeing Tyrese Haliburton leave the court during the first quarter of Game 7 and the effect it had on him and his Pacers teammates.

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Travis Hunter officially signed his rookie contract with the Jaguars Sunday, the team announced. The four-year deal is worth a fully-guaranteed $46.65M with a $30.57M signing bonus to be paid up front, sources tell @diannarussini.bsky.social and @jeffphowe.bsky.social.

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Sam Presti was committed to the patient rebuild since the end of the Russell Westbrook era in OKC. But Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and co. were ready 𝙣𝙤𝙬. The Thunder's core consistently came in ahead of schedule — and they have a title to show for it. http://dlvr.it/TLW7SR

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Alex Caruso, veteran presence on the court... and in the locker room 😅 H/T @fredkatz.bsky.social

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Alex Caruso is the straw that stirs the Thunder's drink. Without him, none of 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 works. Caruso understands his role and plays his part to its maximum capacity. Is this replicable for other teams? http://dlvr.it/TLW3Ml

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Canada, stand up 🍁 🇨🇦 Reigning NBA Finals MVP — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 🇨🇦 Reigning Conn Smythe winner — Sam Bennett 🇨🇦 Reigning World Series MVP — Freddie Freeman (via Sportsnet Stats)

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Tyrese Haliburton entered the Paycom Center for Game 7 bent on making his name immortal. He left the arena having succumbed to his mere mortality. “For him to go down, (in) a game like that, that s— sucked the soul out of us," Obi Toppin said. http://dlvr.it/TLW19y

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◽️ 2019 - Thunder trade George to the Clippers for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Danilo Gallinari, five first-round picks and two first-round pick swaps. ◽️ 2022 - Thunder use the Clippers' pick (No. 12) to draft Jalen Williams 2025 - 🏆

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◽️ 2008 - Sonics used the Suns' pick (No. 24) to draft Serge Ibaka and team officially moves to OKC ◽️ 2016 - Thunder trade Ibaka to the Magic for Victor Oladipo, Ersan Ilyasova and the draft rights to Domantas Sabonis ◽️ 2017 - Thunder trade Oladipo and Sabonis to the Pacers for Paul George

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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿’𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟬𝟳 🧵 ◽️ 2007 - Sonics GM Sam Presti executes sign-and-trade, sending Rashard Lewis to the Magic for a conditional 2nd-round pick ◽️ 2007 - Sonics trade the 2nd-round pick to the Phoenix Suns for Kurt Thomas and two first-round picks

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander consoled Tyrese Haliburton after he went down with an Achilles injury in Game 7. After OKC won the title, the Thunder star offered his support for Haliburton.

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The NBA just crowned its seventh different champion in seven years. However, the Oklahoma City Thunder have all the pieces for a sustained run of success. Read more: www.nytimes.com/athletic/644...

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The Oklahoma City Thunder are the betting favorites to win the NBA Championship again next season. Meanwhile, the Rockets are not far behind after trading for Kevin Durant 👀 (odds via @betmgm-sportsbook.bsky.social)

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The Thunder didn’t splash much champagne celebrating their ring 😅 "That was the most tempered locker room I've seen after any championship." — @thompsonscribe.bsky.social

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After winning his second NBA title, Alex Caruso had to joke about the "bubble ring" he won with the Lakers 😂

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What a playoff run for Tyrese Haliburton 👏 ◽️ Averaged 17.3 PPG and 8.6 APG ◽️ Had the No. 4 seed Pacers one win away from a title ◽️ Most go-ahead playoff shots in the last quarter century (3) ◽️ Pacers record for assists in a single postseason (197) H/T James Jackson

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The Thunder's future could get even brighter from here 😎

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Where does this Oklahoma City Thunder squad rank among the best NBA teams of all time?

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Not a bad season for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. ✅ MVP ✅ NBA Championship ✅ Finals MVP

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The Thunder finished the regular season with the NBA's best record and won the title... all while doing it with one of the youngest championship cores the league has ever seen.

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The Thunder won the franchise’s second championship – and first since it moved to Oklahoma City from Seattle in 2008. Oklahoma City won 68 regular-season games, tied for the fifth-most in NBA history. More details:

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THE OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER ARE YOUR 2024-2025 NBA CHAMPIONS 🏆

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If the Pacers are going to pull off a trademark comeback, they're going to need someone other than T.J. McConnell to find some offensive rhythm. www.nytimes.com/athletic/liv...

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T.J. McConnell through three quarters of Game 7: ◽️ 16 PTS (12 in the 3rd) ◽️ 5 REB ◽️ 3 AST ◽️ 21 MIN

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The Pacers are leading at halftime in a game where: ◻️ Thunder have 20-12 paint advantage ◻️ Thunder have 9-8 free throw advantage ◻️ Thunder have 22-20 rebound advantage ◻️ Thunder have 9-5 opponent turnover advantage Big difference: Pacers have twice as many threes as Oklahoma City.

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All Achilles injuries. All throughout the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

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JUST IN: Tyrese Haliburton has suffered an Achilles injury, his dad confirmed to ESPN's Lisa Salters.

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The sports world reacts to Tyrese Haliburton's injury in Game 7.

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Haliburton, who was playing with a strained right calf, fell without contact and immediately pounded the court in agony without getting up. Here’s what happened:

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The aftermath of Tyrese Haliiburton's injury... 🎥 @andrewschlecht.bsky.social

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Tyrese Haliburton had to be carried off the court after suffering an injury. He had tears in his eyes as he was consoled by the Pacers' medical staff and was quickly surrounded by his teammates.

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The best two words in sports: GAME 7. The 2024-25 NBA season comes to a conclusion with the Pacers taking on the Thunder in Oklahoma City. Follow along live: http://dlvr.it/TLVdJP

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NEWS: Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger was allegedly racially abused by Pachuca captain Gustavo Cabral during Sunday’s Club World Cup group stage fixture.

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In today’s NBA, there is no time like the present. So at a certain point, the Rockets' focus had eventually turned to Kevin Durant. Full story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/644...

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The Rockets were quietly scouring the star market for the past few years, with these players on their wish list at various times: ◽️ Devin Booker ◽️ Jaylen Brown ◽️ Zion Williamson ◽️ Donovan Mitchell H/T @samamick.bsky.social , @kellyiko.bsky.social

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The prospect of adding an experienced, proven postseason performer like Kevin Durant was suddenly seen as the best win-now option on the Rockets’ board. Even if it meant losing Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green, another young talent. Full story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/644...

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SOURCES: The Rockets maintained a firm stance in their refusal to include these young players in the Kevin Durant trade: ◽️ Reed Sheppard ◽️ Jabari Smith Jr. ◽️ Tari Eason H/T @samamick.bsky.social, @kellyiko.bsky.social

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This title is the sixth in succession for an SEC program, a first for any conference in 75 years of CWS play. Read more:

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Mystics rookies SHOWED OUT in their overtime win vs. the Wings. 🔮 Sonia Citron: *27 PTS, *11 REB 🔮 Kiki Iriafen: 19 PTS, 7 REB, 6 AST, 5 STL *career-high

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GEAUX TIGERS 🐯 For the eighth time in program history, LSU baseball claims the national championship.

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Phoenix explored moving Bradley Beal in February but never came close to making a deal. Now, the Suns are expected to try and part ways with Beal again after trading Kevin Durant. More intel from @samamick.bsky.social and @doughaller.bsky.social ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/642...

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Coastal Carolina coach Kevin Schnall was ejected from Game 2 of the MCWS and suspended for the remainder of the series for arguing with home plate umpire Angel Campos in the bottom of the first inning. More details: www.nytimes.com/athletic/644...

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Houston raised its ceiling by dealing for Kevin Durant. Meanwhile, the Suns? Woof. There's a clear winner in this trade, writes @talkhoops.bsky.social. www.nytimes.com/athletic/644...

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"𝘽𝙡𝙤𝙘𝙠𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙮 𝙅𝙖𝙢𝙚𝙨!" This is the 20th Game 7 in Finals history. The last one came in 2016 — and it was a contest basketball fans won't soon forget. Memories from that night at Oracle Arena ⤵️ http://dlvr.it/TLVW8x

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CAN'T STOP, WON'T STOP HOMERING 💥 Cal Raleigh is up to 31(!) this season.

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"𝗟𝗲𝗕𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻!” Mike Breen's voice has been the soundtrack for some of the NBA's greatest playoff moments for years. Sunday in Oklahoma City, he's ready to meet the moment again. http://dlvr.it/TLVTVs

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Kevin Durant found out he was traded to the Rockets while on stage at Fanatics Fest 👀 🎥 AryePulliNFL/X

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The final star of OKC's previous Big 3 is set to make Houston his new home: ◽️ James Harden — 2012-2020 ◽️ Russell Westbrook — 2019-20 ◽️ Kevin Durant — 2025

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Kevin Durant has been traded for the third time in his career. Here is everything teams got in exchange for the 15-time All-Star.

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Kevin Durant is heading to the fifth team of his illustrious career after the Suns moved on from the 15-time All-Star Sunday, dealing him to the Rockets. More: www.nytimes.com/athletic/642...

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The NBA and Adam Silver have spent the last decade trying to make things more competitive and more egalitarian. Sunday is the culmination of that effort and vision. This is what the NBA has been looking forward to, and now, it gets to revel in it. http://dlvr.it/TLVRfs

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Trading Kevin Durant will likely not be Phoenix’s final move under new GM Brian Gregory, write @doughaller.bsky.social and @samamick.bsky.social. More details:

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Where do the Houston Rockets rank among the title favorites in the NBA next season after acquiring Kevin Durant?

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NEWS: The Rockets are acquiring Suns superstar Kevin Durant in exchange for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 pick in this year's draft, and multiple second-round picks, sources tell @kellyiko.bsky.social.

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Put simply, this NBA postseason has delivered. And the first Game 7 in the Finals in nearly a decade sets the stage for a fitting finale for a playoffs that has featured it all. http://dlvr.it/TLVPq2

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Mick Abel suffered a hard lesson in a rivalry game on national television. The Phillies rookie has flashed. But starts like Saturday remind everyone how much farther he still has to go: http://dlvr.it/TLVNyn

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Game 7's referees: ◽️ James Capers ◽️ Josh Tiven ◽️ Sean Wright James Williams is the alternate. H/T @nbareferees.bsky.social

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How does the NHL’s new cap environment change the equation for everyone involved? One interesting wrinkle being talked about right now is the idea of stars like Connor McDavid and Mitch Marner potentially signing shorter-term deals. ✍️ @mirtle.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/644...

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A strong day for England so far, even if Harry Brook reluctantly became the latest addition to the list of cricketers falling for 99. Chris Woakes (38) & Brydon Carse (22) raced to a 50 partnership before the irresistible Jasprit Bumrah proved too much for England's tail. India lead by six runs.

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◽️ Expectations for Jonathan Toews in Winnipeg ◽️ Jason Robertson's availability ◽️ Oilers vision ◽️ Mitch Marner's options What our insider is hearing as the draft nears: http://dlvr.it/TLVMxL

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Hundreds of protesters gathered outside the entrance to Dodger Stadium on Saturday afternoon to criticize the team for what they say is a lack of support for Hispanic and immigrant communities amid ongoing immigration raids in Los Angeles. More: http://dlvr.it/TLVKzm

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No matter the outcome, the 2024-25 NBA season ends tonight. But how will Game 7 play out? Our writers' picks and analysis ⤵️ http://dlvr.it/TLVK7F

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Not every Game 7 is created equal. These are the best that the NBA has had to offer throughout the years ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/644...

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An official at the NFLPA said that implementing the plan could mean that labor officials serving on OneTeam’s board of directors were attempting to make a change that could lead to their own financial gain. Full story, via @evandrellich.bsky.social: www.nytimes.com/athletic/art...

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A licensing group co-owned by the players unions for five major sports leagues signed a resolution last June that would include the unions in a plan to receive “profits units,” which could be turned into cash. The move raised alarms within at least one of the unions: www.nytimes.com/athletic/art...

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Victor Wembanyama made his first public comments about Gregg Popovich since he stepped down as coach of the San Antonio Spurs. Full story: http://dlvr.it/TLV21j

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Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh made history on Saturday by hitting his 30th home run of the season. Full story: http://dlvr.it/TLV01X

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Pochettino's comments come with both the Concacaf Gold Cup and FIFA Club World Cup soccer tournaments playing out simultaneously in the United States. www.nytimes.com/athletic/644...

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U.S. men’s national team coach Mauricio Pochettino said he was “jealous” to see Juventus and not the U.S. invited to the White House.

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Wembayama's full comments on training with monks, Greg Popovich, Kevin Durant and more: www.nytimes.com/athletic/644...

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What's it like training at a Shaolin Temple in China? Victor Wembanyama opened up about his recent experience working out with monks: ◽️ Had to shave his head ◽️ Ate mostly zucchini and rice noodles ◽️ Practiced kung fu everyday

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It took seven at-bats, but Rafael Devers got his first hit against his former team. Devers clubbed a two-run homer on Saturday against the Boston Red Sox. More: www.nytimes.com/athletic/644...

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Is “Game 7” the kind of thing that no league or network can screw up? With Sunday's NBA Finals matchup, ESPN and the league have an immense duty to make you feel like you are about to witness a monumental event: http://dlvr.it/TLTttN

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The clouds were heavy, the floodlights shone down on Headingley and conditions were perfect for the curious cricketing phenomenon of swing bowling. Enter the master of the art, Jasprit Bumrah. 🔗 nyti.ms/463pJjK

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Seattle loves its Sonics. But it also hates the Thunder, David Stern and anyone associated with a nasty divorce that left them with nothing but memories: http://dlvr.it/TLTsg9

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There was a bit of irony in the fact that the Red Sox had their best offensive game since trading Rafael Devers in their first matchup since his departure. 🔗: http://dlvr.it/TLTr5b

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Jasprit Bumrah took 3-45 as England fought back to finish on 209-3 on the second day of the first Test against India at Headingley. The world’s best Test bowler claimed the wickets of Zak Crawley (4), Ben Duckett (62) and Root (28) but Ollie Pope remained unbeaten on 100* off 131 balls.

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Only 19 times in NBA history has a Finals series reached a Game 7. That's only about 24% 🔥 Sunday night will be special.