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As we approach the elimination games in Round 2, here are the major storylines -- and what comes next.
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For the first time in his career, Giannis Antetokounmpo is open-minded about exploring whether his best long-term fit is remaining in Milwaukee or playing elsewhere, sources told ESPN.
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Former Utah quarterback Cameron Rising announced Wednesday on social media that he's retiring from football because of an injury to his throwing hand.
UNLV offensive lineman Ben Christman, who was found dead in an off-campus apartment on Feb. 11, died from heart disease and an irregular heartbeat, the Clark County Coroner's Office announced…
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North Carolina issued a statement saying Bill Belichick's girlfriend is still welcome at football facilities.
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NCAA president Charlie Baker said Monday he was "up for anything" when asked about the idea of a commission on collegiate athletics, an idea proposed by President Donald Trump.
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Guardians pitcher Ben Lively exited Monday night's game against the Milwaukee Brewers after three innings due to right forearm inflammation.
Evan Longoria will sign a one-day contract with Tampa Bay Rays and officially retire as a member of the team on June 7.
Texas closer Luke Jackson took a 111-mph comeback liner off his pitching hand on the only pitch he threw after coming on in the ninth inning.
Yankees third baseman Oswaldo Cabrera injured his left ankle when he reached back for the plate on an awkward slide Monday night in Seattle.
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