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Michael Shapiro

Michael Shapiro is a staff writer for Sports Illustrated. He is a Denver native and 2018 graduate of The University of Texas at Austin.

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Bojan Bogdanović with the Utah Jazz
NBA

Pistons Acquire Bogdanovic in Trade With Jazz, per Report

By Michael Shapiro
Patriots coach Bill Belichick
NFL

Former All-Pro Blasts Patriots Coach: ‘It’s Over for Belichick’

By Michael Shapiro
Rafael Nadal of Spain (L) and Roger Federer of Switzerland (R) hold the finalist and Butch Buchholz trophy, respectively, after their match in the men’s singles championship of the 2017 Miami Open at Crandon Park Tennis Center.
Tennis

Nadal Congratulates Roger Federer After Retirement Announcement

By Michael Shapiro
On the inaugural middle Sunday for play, Wimbledon celebrates 100 years since their move to Church Road and the centenary of Centre Court. Past champions were on court for this special ceremony on day seven at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club.
Tennis

Roger Federer Announces He Will Retire After 2022 Laver Cup

By Michael Shapiro
Paolo Banchero and Jabari Smith
NBA

NBA Rookie of the Year Rankings: Way-Too-Early Predictions

By Michael Shapiro
Nick Saban folds his arms during a game
College Football

Saban Asked Whether He’s Addressed ‘Horns Down’ for Texas Game

By Michael Shapiro
Ja Morant
NBA

Ranking the NBA's Best Young Cores

By Michael Shapiro
Jon Gruden with the Raiders
NFL

Simms Has Theory on Why Gruden Reportedly Passed on Brady

By Michael Shapiro
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren speaks to the media during an introductory press conference at Clara Luper Center.
NBA

Holmgren to Miss 2022–23 Season With Lisfranc Injury

By Michael Shapiro
james-robinson-jaguars
NFL

Jaguars RB James Robinson Expected to Play Week 1

By Michael Shapiro
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) controls the ball against Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic.
NBA

One Must-See Game on the NBA Schedule for All 30 Teams

By Michael Shapiro
baker-mayfield-panthers
NFL

Mayfield Expected to Be Panthers’ Week 1 Starter, per Report

By Michael Shapiro
Alabama head coach Nick Saban
College Football

Alabama, Ohio State Take Top Spots in Preseason Coaches Poll

By Michael Shapiro
honus-wagner-card
MLB

Honus Wagner Card Sells for Record $7.25 Million

By Michael Shapiro
diontae-johnson-steelers
NFL

Steelers Sign Diontae Johnson to Two-Year Extension, per Report

By Michael Shapiro
Roger Goodell persuaded NFL owners to change the kickoff rule.
NFL

Goodell Won’t Handle Watson Appeal Process

By Michael Shapiro
The Phillies and Cubs are reportedly among the teams interested in Jackie Bradley Jr.
MLB

Report: Red Sox OF Jackie Bradley Jr. Designated for Assignment

By Michael Shapiro
Klay Thompson and Draymond Green
NBA

Assessing the NBA’s Contract Extension Landscape

By Michael Shapiro
Max Scherzer in the Mets dugout.
MLB

Max Scherzer Says PitchCom System Should Be ‘Illegal’

By Michael Shapiro
Jan 2, 2022; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Marquise Brown (5) runs as Los Angeles Rams free safety Taylor Rapp (24) defends during the second half at M&T Bank Stadium.
NFL

Hollywood Brown Reacts to Kyler Murray’s Contract Extension

By Michael Shapiro
pitt-west-virginia-backyard-brawl
College Football

‘College GameDay’ to Broadcast From Pitt Before Backyard Brawl vs. WVU

By Michael Shapiro
kirby-smart-georgia
College Football

Report: Smart Agrees to $112.5 Million Deal With Georgia

By Michael Shapiro
South Carolina Gamecocks helmet
College Football

Former South Carolina Quarterback Phil Petty Dies at 43

By Michael Shapiro
jj-watt
NFL

J.J. Watt Offers to Help Fan Pay for Funeral

By Michael Shapiro
Moses Moody
NBA

Biggest Sophomore Standouts at NBA Summer League

By Michael Shapiro
kentavious-caldwell-pope-wizards
NBA

Report: Nuggets Sign Kentavious Caldwell-Pope to Two-Year Extension

By Michael Shapiro
joe burrow (1)
NFL

Cincinnati Teases ‘White Bengal’ Look in Instagram Video

By Michael Shapiro
Jabari Smith Jr.
NBA

Assessing Jabari Smith Jr.’s Arrival at NBA Summer League

By Michael Shapiro
condoleezza-rice-broncos
NFL

Condoleezza Rice Joins Broncos Ownership Group

By Michael Shapiro
trevon-diggs-cowboys
NFL

Stefon Diggs Includes Brother, Trevon, in Top Three CBs List

By Michael Shapiro
Chet Holmgren
NBA

NBA Summer League Preview: Chet Holmgren, Paolo vs. Jabari and the Young Warriors

By Michael Shapiro
T.J. Warren with the Indiana Pacers
NBA

Nets Sign T.J. Warren to One-Year Deal, per Report

By Michael Shapiro
JOEY CHESTNUT
Extra Mustard

Joey Chestnut Dealing With Injury Before Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest

By Michael Shapiro
Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (11) looks on against the Charlotte Hornets during the first quarter at Barclays Center.
NBA

Irving Gets Permission to Find Sign-and-Trade Options, per Report

By Michael Shapiro
Detail of a wet Wimbledon logo at the All England Lawn Tennis Club
Tennis

All England Club Explains Russian Player Ban at Wimbledon

By Michael Shapiro
Jabari Smith meets Adam Silver on the stage at the 2022 NBA Draft.
NBA

2022 NBA Draft: Best Rookie Landing Spots

By Michael Shapiro
Nike soccer ball.
More Sports

Nike Makes Decision on Doing Business in Russia

By Michael Shapiro
2022-NBA-Finals
NBA

Draymond Green’s Wife Slams Celtics Fans’ Chants At Game 3

By Michael Shapiro
Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) holds onto the ball next to Boston Celtics forward Grant Williams.
NBA

Klay Thompson Criticizes Boston Crowd After Game 3 (Video)

By Michael Shapiro
Mike D'Antoni coaches a game for the Rockets.
NBA

D'Antoni to Meet With Jordan, Discuss Hornets Job, per Report

By Michael Shapiro
Kyle-Field-Texas-A&M
College Football

Texas A&M AD Says First Game vs. Texas Will Be at Kyle Field

By Michael Shapiro
Gilbert Arenas holding a basketball in a Wizards uniform
NBA

Adidas Is Relaunching Gilbert Arenas’s Signature Shoe

By Michael Shapiro
WNBA logo on a Spalding basketball
WNBA

WNBA May Add Two Expansion Teams Before 2024, per Report

By Michael Shapiro
Frank Gore 49ers
NFL

Report: Frank Gore Signing One-Day Contract to Retire With 49ers

By Michael Shapiro
Jason Garrett
NFL

Jason Garrett Pays Tribute to Former Cowboys Star Marion Barber

By Michael Shapiro
jeremy-pena-celebration
MLB

Astros Shortstop Jeremy Peña Is MLB’s Most Professional Rookie

By Michael Shapiro
Bam Adebayo playing for the Heat in Game 3 vs. the Celtics.
NBA

Adebayo Takes Frustration Out on Jersey After Game 7 Loss

By Michael Shapiro
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) reaches for the ball against the Dallas Mavericks during the first quarter in game four of the 2022 Western Conference finals at American Airlines Center.
NBA

NBA Playoff MVPs: The Postseason’s Best Players So Far

By Michael Shapiro
john-skipper-espn
Tech & Media

Former ESPN President Offers Take on Brady's Fox Contract

By Michael Shapiro
Luka Doncic
NBA

Luka Doncic, Mavericks Have Formula to Upset Phoenix

By Michael Shapiro
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