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Audi Crooks is becoming a nightmare matchup across the country. Here’s why everyone is struggling to slow her down.
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More misery piles on Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr after the incident with veteran star Draymond Green
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Anthony Davis had the most on brand response to Cooper Flagg reaching a Luka Doncic milestone in NBA history.
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ESPN's error with NBA's Christmas games schedule has left fans frustrated and demanding Adam Silver to fix things.
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Dennis Gates took full responsibility after Missouri’s 43-point loss to Illinois, owning the defeat in his postgame remarks.
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Rick Pitino offers clear advice to five-star Ian Jackson after St. John’s historic win over Harvard heading into the holiday break.
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Mark Pope rewarded Kentucky fans with a Christmas gift after Rupp Arena win, as the Wildcats show signs of progress heading into SEC play.
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Caitlin Clark sends support to her teammate set to make her Unrivaled debut in a few weeks’ time.
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Former Los Angeles Clippers forward Ben Simmons details his new career decisions, including one involving fishing.
