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With the lottery set and pro days underway, the Washington Wizards hold the No. 1 pick, while trade dynamics among the top four teams remain a key storyline ahead of June 23.

Pittsburgh pitcher Jared Jones averages 98.8 mph in Triple-A rehab, signaling imminent major league return alongside Josh Hader.

Despite a multi-car incident involving Pato O’Ward and Romain Grosjean, Alexander Rossi is expected to line up second for the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday.

Leading scorer Rickea Jackson undergoes procedure and is expected to make a full recovery, but will miss the rest of the 2026 campaign.

First-year manager Walt Weiss’s side faces Braxton Garrett, who has struggled against Atlanta in past starts.

Victor Wembanyama dominates the Oklahoma City Thunder in a double-overtime thriller. In other NBA action, the Montreal Canadiens defeated the Buffalo Sabres in Game 7 of overtime to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals. CBS Sports also previewed the Eastern Conference finals matchup between the New York Knicks and the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Reports from the English edition of Sky Sport suggest the Argentine forward is open to a move to England, though club owners remain focused on securing his stay for at least another season.

Jaxson Dart outlines strategy to preserve playing time while maintaining physical presence on critical downs

Seattle and Los Angeles secure A+ grades for building Super Bowl contenders, while Dallas Cowboys face criticism for significant draft failures.

The third-seeded New York Knicks enter Tuesday’s Game 1 as 7.5-point favourites over the Cleveland Cavaliers, with betting markets and predictive models anticipating a combined score of 220 points.

The Lewis-Clark State Warriors host Tennessee Wesleyan in Lewiston, while the Washington State Cougars prepare for their first postseason appearance since 2010 in Arizona, marking significant milestones for both institutions.

With Royal Challengers Bangalore, Gujarat Titans, and Sunrisers Hyderabad already through, the battle for the fifth and final playoff spot has narrowed to five contenders, with Rajasthan Royals best positioned to secure qualification.

England manager Sarina Wiegman has recalled midfielder Ella Toone and defender Lucy Bronze to a reduced 25-player squad for the upcoming Women’s World Cup qualifiers against Spain and Ukraine.

Brown, ranked as the No. 17 player in Tennessee by On3, is scheduled to reveal his choice on Tuesday, adding to a recruiting class that already holds seven commitments.

With Pep Guardiola’s departure imminent, the unresolved 115 charges against the club cast a long shadow over a decade of domestic and European dominance.

Following a demanding 2024-25 season that included a Champions League final loss and Club World Cup elimination, Inter Milan’s captain outlines his commitment to the club and his intention to disappear from public life after hanging up his boots.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has reportedly approved the proposal for the MA Chidambaram Stadium to host the tournament’s opening match, with officials citing diplomatic ties as a key driver.

Head coach Steve Clarke has announced his final 26-man roster for the tournament, with Ross Stewart returning to the fold and Lennon Miller omitted from the list.

The Worcester Red Sox begin a six-game homestand on Tuesday, May 19, aiming to stabilise their 23-20 record following a road sweep in New York.

British media reports indicate Enzo Maresca is set to succeed Pep Guardiola after a decade-long tenure, as the club navigates 100-plus financial breach charges and a tight Premier League title race.

The Smyer senior recorded a leap of 39 feet, 1 inch to vault from third into first place at the UIL state track and field meet in Texas.

The club has identified the former Chelsea manager as its preferred candidate to replace Pep Guardiola, with an initial three-season arrangement reportedly in place.

Southampton face a critical verdict over alleged breaches of good faith and opposition training regulations, while Middlesbrough seek removal from the tournament and Hull City urges the league to prioritise fans.

Enzo Maresca is the leading contender to succeed Pep Guardiola, with talks at an advanced stage ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Assistant manager Dean Holden confirms squad is training normally and adhering to the 16:30 BST kick-off, but remains ready to adapt if the English Football League’s independent commission rules against the fixture proceeding.

The quizzes run until June 11, coinciding with preparations for the first 48-team FIFA World Cup final in New Jersey.

With only one point required from final fixtures against Manchester City and Nottingham Forest, the Cherries are on the verge of a club-record achievement that marks a stark departure from their early 2010s financial instability.

The Uruguayan defender spoke to La Revuelta regarding the altercation that ruled out Fede Valverde, confirming his long-term future at the Catalan club.

Aberdeen captain Graeme Shinnie remains unsigned despite new terms, while Hibernian coach David Gray insists on attacking reinforcements.

The club moves to immortalise Guardiola’s decade of dominance with a rare stadium alteration, as the Premier League title race tightens with five points separating City from leaders Arsenal.

Bryan Woo pitches six innings as Seattle shakes off series sweep by Padres

Tight end Tip Reiman remains sidelined with injury while quarterback Jacob Brissett’s absence points to ongoing compensation negotiations.

Seattle secures 6-1 victory in Seattle, ending a three-game slide with strong pitching and timely hitting from prospect Colt Emerson and Julio Rodríguez.

The San Antonio Spurs defeated the reigning NBA champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder, 122-115 in double overtime on Monday night, securing home-court advantage in the Western Conference finals.

Ginn struck out 10 batters over eight innings, but a single and walk-off home run ended his bid for the first MLB no-hitter since 2024.

Sarah Ashlee Barker and Bridget Carleton each contributed 18 points as Portland improved to 2-2, while Connecticut’s record slipped to 0-5 despite a strong shooting performance.

Rookie Carter Bryant’s pressure on MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander proved pivotal as San Antonio overcame the absence of De’Aaron Fox to defeat Oklahoma City 122-115.

Chet Holmgren blocks potential game-winner at the buzzer, but Shai Gilgeous-Alexander secures victory for Oklahoma City in Game 1 of the 2026 Western Conference Finals.

The second-seeded Spurs defeated the top-seeded Thunder 122-115 at the Paycom Center, marking the fifth victory for San Antonio against Oklahoma City in six meetings this season.

The opinion piece, which drew parallels between the NBA team’s rise and the state of Israel, remains accessible on syndication partners despite being removed from the publication’s own website.

The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 122-115 in a historic double-overtime contest, securing a crucial early series lead despite the absence of guard De'Aaron Fox.

Alex Newhook scores 11 minutes into extra time to secure 3-2 victory over Sabres, setting up series against Carolina Hurricanes.

Kenny Wayne Goldman steps down after seven-year tenure marked by district titles and a 144-69 record