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Questions Persist as Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol Prepare for Long-Awaited Match

On Saturday, the most hotly anticipated light heavyweight showdown in years will take place when Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol meet for the undisputed 175-pound championship. 

Chris Mannix
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Questions Persist as Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol Prepare for Long-Awaited Match

On Saturday, the most hotly anticipated light heavyweight showdown in years will take place when Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol meet for the undisputed 175-pound championship. 

Chris Mannix
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The sons of NBA all-star Carlos Boozer have committed to Duke, the same school their father played at.

Cameron and Cayden Boozer Will Continue Their Brotherly Bond at Duke

The pair of five-star recruits and sons of Carlos Boozer have been looking out for their older sibling, and each other, since birth. Now, like their dad, they want a national title at Duke before heading to the NBA.

Kevin Sweeney
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Williams scored eight of the last 10 points in regulation for the Lynx and five of the last seven in overtime of Game 1.

Courtney Williams Was the Engine of the Lynx’s Unlikely Game 1 Win

The 30-year-old point guard excels from the midrange, but stepped outside of her comfort zone to power Minnesota to one of the most dramatic comebacks in WNBA Finals history.

Emma Baccellieri
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith celebrates after scoring a touchdown this season.

Meet Jeremiah Smith, the Freshman Ohio State WR Making a Major Impact

The standout is known for one-handed grabs and ready-made to dominate now as the difference maker heading into this weekend’s top-three matchup at Oregon.

Pat Forde
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Isaac Guerendo sealed the 49ers' win over the Seahawks Thursday.

49ers' Isaac Guerendo Asks 'Madden' Not to Reduce Speed After Game-Sealing Run

The San Francisco running back made a humorous request to the video game.

Patrick Andres
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Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf on the sidelines during Thursday night's loss to the San Francisco 49ers at Lumen Field.

DK Metcalf Appeared Frustrated on the Sidelines During the Seahawks' Loss to the 49ers

Tim Capurso
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Marshawn Lynch at California's game against Washington in 2022.

Marshawn Lynch Teases Potential Oakland Mayoral Run in Talk With California Governor

Patrick Andres
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Sam Darnold prepares to take a snap.

AP Reminds Fans Sam Darnold Ineligible for Comeback Player of the Year per New Rules

Patrick Andres
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New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr.

3 Last-Minute Fantasy Football Streaming RB With Brian Robinson a Game-Time Decision

These fantasy football RBs offer a solid floor if you need a streaming option in Week 6.

Brian Giuffra
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Sep 22, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Jordan Mason (24) runs the ball against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Jordan Mason's Time As A Fantasy Football Star Could Be Over As Chrisitan McCaffrey Nears Return

Michael Fabiano
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Oct 6, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) warms up before the game against the Carolina Panthers at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Bartel-Imagn Images

Fabs Five: Week 6 Fantasy Sleepers Include Caleb Williams, Jalen Tolbert

Michael Fabiano
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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jalen Tolbert

3 Last-Minute Fantasy Football Streaming WR With Nico Collins on IR 

Brian Giuffra
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Kyle Kuzma takes a shot over Gradey Dick in the first quarter of the Raptors - Wizards preseason game.

Kyle Kuzma Air Balled Four Shots in One Preseason Game vs. Raptors

Kyle Kuzma had trouble hitting rim against the Raptors.

Stephen Douglas
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NBA referee Scott Foster.

How Much Money Do NBA Referees Make?

Ryan Phillips
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Shams Charania made his ESPN debut on Thursday

Shams Charania on Adrian Wojnarowski Relationship: 'Do I Have to Answer That?'

Kyle Koster
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NBA veteran Danny Green announced his retirement on Thursday.

NBA Veteran Danny Green Announces Retirement After 15 Seasons

Mike McDaniel
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Darvish dominated the Dodgers in Game 2.

SI:AM | Ace Pitchers Take Center Stage in Decisive Game 5’s

Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Yu Darvish and Tarik Skubal are ready for the spotlight.

Dan Gartland
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Ohtani (17) has had a slow start to his first postseason, posting an uncharacteristic .771 OPS.

Shohei Ohtani, Yu Darvish Hold Keys to Dodgers-Padres NLDS Game 5

Tom Verducci
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New York is going to its fourth ALCS in the last eight seasons.

This Is the Yankees’ Best Shot at a World Series in a Decade

Stephanie Apstein
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Gerrit Cole had a great time after the Yankees clinched the ALDS.

Gerrit Cole’s Vibes Were Immaculate After ALDS-Clinching Performance vs. Royals

Stephen Douglas
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Lee Corso and Kirk Herbstreit in Eugene, Ore. in 2010.

Lee Corso to Miss 'College GameDay' Again As Rece Davis Gives Positive Health Update

The college football icon will stay home from one of his favorite locations.

Patrick Andres
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Former LSU safety Greg Brooks has filed a lawsuit against the school and its affiliated medical center for negligence.

Former LSU Football Player Greg Brooks Files Lawsuit Against School for Negligence

Mike McDaniel
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Mike Leach at the 2008 Gator Bowl.

Danny Amendola Will Dedicate a Routine on 'Dancing With the Stars' to Mike Leach

Patrick Andres
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Vanderbilt head coach Clark Lea had his players ready for the moment in last Saturday's upset of No. 1 Alabama.

Clark Lea's Fiery Halftime Speech to Vanderbilt Team vs. Alabama Will Give You Chills

Mike McDaniel
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Black Desert Resort hosts the PGA Tour this week.

2024 Black Desert Championship Final Payouts, Prize Money, Winnings From New PGA Tour Event

Jeff Ritter
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ThermoSeries layering options from FootJoy

FootJoy's Versatile Fall Layers Are in Season and on Sale

Janice Ferguson
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Arnold Palmer’s Best Sports Illustrated Covers

John Schwarb
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Mystic Rock at Nemacolin

An Uncommon Luxury Getaway Awaits at This Pennsylvania Resort

Janina Jacobs
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Florian Balogun (left) and Christian Pulisic (right) are two of the best forwards on the USMNT.

USMNT's Forward Options: Ranked

Amanda Langell
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Erling Haaland made history for Norway against Slovenia.

Erling Haaland Becomes Norway's All-Time Leading Goalscorer

Amanda Langell
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Bukayo Saka (left) appeared to suffer a hamstring injury against Greece.

Bukayo Saka Injury: Progress & Potential Return Date for Arsenal Winger

Amanda Langell
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Mauricio Pochettino is drawing comparisons to Coach Taylor from Friday Night Lights.

USMNT Coach's New Look Draws Comparison to Iconic TV Coach

Max Mallow
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Jason Sudeikis at the 2023 WNBA Finals.

Fans Saw Too Much Jason Sudeikis During Game 1 of the WNBA Finals

Stephen Douglas
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After an impressive semifinals showing against the Aces, Ionescu came up short for the Liberty in Game 1 of the Finals.

The New York Liberty Have a WNBA Finals Problem

Michael Rosenberg
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Courtney Williams, whose four-point play in the final seconds of regulation quieted the New York crowd, led the Lynx with 23 points in Game 1.

Lynx Pull Off Thrilling Comeback, Stun Liberty in Overtime in Game 1 of WNBA Finals

Clare Brennan
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Minnesota Lynx's Napheesa Collier makes the game-winning basket over New York Liberty's Jonquel Jones in the WNBA Finals.

WNBA World Reacts to Lynx's Exciting OT Win Over Liberty in Game 1 of Finals

Madison Williams
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