As Pascal Siakam observed Tyrese Haliburton execute his latest game-changing move, the thought that raced through Siakam’s mind was simple yet significant. With a chuckle, Siakam told ESPN inside the visiting locker room at Madison Square Garden after Indiana’s 125-111 triumph over the New York Knicks, “Just make it.” Siakam’s wish came true as he
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In a surprising turn of events, the Ohio State Buckeyes announced on Friday night that Chip Kelly, the former UCLA coach, will be taking on the role of offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach for the team. This unexpected transition comes after the departure of Bill O’Brien, who was recently named the head coach at Boston
LOS ANGELES — In a momentous event, the Los Angeles Lakers revealed a magnificent statue of the legendary Kobe Bryant on Thursday, a fitting tribute to their beloved superstar. Standing tall at 19 feet, this awe-inspiring bronze likeness now graces the exterior of their downtown arena, forever immortalizing Bryant’s extraordinary career. The 4,000-pound statue captures
The University of Connecticut (UConn) celebrated a monumental achievement on Wednesday as head coach Geno Auriemma secured his 1,200th career victory. The No. 11 ranked UConn team delivered a commanding performance, routing Seton Hall 67-34. Auriemma now joins the ranks of esteemed coaches Mike Krzyzewski and Tara VanDerveer as the only individuals in Division I
The news of Michigan defensive coordinator Jesse Minter’s departure after two successful years with the program came as a surprise to many. Minter played a crucial role in Michigan’s recent achievements, including their first national title in 26 seasons, two Big Ten championships, and appearances in the College Football Playoff. However, Minter’s decision to return
In a groundbreaking decision, a regional official from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has ruled that basketball players at Dartmouth College are considered employees of the school. This ruling opens up the possibility of creating the first-ever labor union for NCAA athletes, allowing them to negotiate not just their salaries, but also their working
This year’s Pro Bowl Games took on a new format, replacing the traditional tackle football game with a flag football match. The decision to reimagine the Pro Bowl came as the popularity of the traditional game waned over the past decade. The result was a highly entertaining event that showcased the potential of flag football
Arsenal added an unexpected twist to an already intriguing Premier League title race by defeating league leaders Liverpool 3-1. The victory allowed Arsenal to close the gap to just two points and reignited the hopes of their fans. Although Arsenal deserved the points, a defensive mix-up between Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk and Alisson became a
The highly-anticipated 2024 NHL All-Star Weekend is just around the corner. This year, the Maple Leafs will be hosting the event in Toronto from Feb. 1-3. One of the highlights of the All-Star Weekend is the All-Star draft, which took place recently with NHL stars serving as captains, along with a celebrity co-captain. The four
The Philadelphia 76ers received devastating news as their star player, Joel Embiid, suffered a lateral meniscus injury in his left knee during a recent game against the Golden State Warriors. The injury occurred when Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga accidentally fell on Embiid’s leg. This unfortunate incident has left the team and fans deeply concerned about