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- LeBron James free agency decision live updates: Where will he play? Rumors and latest news
LeBron James left the Lakers weeks ago but is still deciding where he will play next season. Follow along for live updates before, during and after his eventual decision. Read more » - Twins' Joe Ryan surrenders franchise-record 6 home runs in return from All-Star break
Ryan lasted only four innings in Monday night's Twins-Guardians series opener. Read more » - Spain can claim global football dominance with unprecedented men's and women's World Cup double
Spain have proved a footballing nation can and should be judged by the development and success of both its men's and women's teams. Read more » - Jhon Duran to play at fifth club in 17 months after joining Benfica on loan from Al Nassr
The 22-year-old striker joined Al Nassr from Villa in January 2025, in a deal worth €77million. Read more » - Fanatics Fest 2026: The coolest things we saw, including Justin Bieber's sports dominance
Fanatics Fest 2026 was the biggest one yet, filled with surprises and surreal moments we never could have predicted. Read more » - ESPN cuts ties with NFL analyst Ryan Clark, wider layoffs expected Tuesday: Sources
ESPN has cut ties with one of its most prominent NFL analysts, sources briefed on the move told The Athletic. Read more » - Devonte Wyatt, Packers agree to 3-year contract extension: Source
The 2022 first-round pick has 16 sacks and 21 tackles for loss with one forced fumble in four seasons. Read more » - New Kentucky coach Will Stein may have just had his Curt Cignetti moment
“I think because of me, to be honest,” Stein said at SEC media days when asked why he thinks he can win in Lexington. Read more » - Connor Bedard reaffirms commitment to Blackhawks: ‘Chicago’s the only place I want to play’
Bedard’s five-year, $75 million contract extension is proof that he believes in his teammates and what the Blackhawks are building. Read more » - Is Tom Brady eyeing a WWE future as he continues his public spat with Logan Paul?
Brady said last week that he's waiting for the WWE to come up with a storyline to get him involved, preferably as a villain. Read more »
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