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The lineup for DR Congo for a huge game, and it looks very solid.
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Mauricio Pochettino looks to lead the United States men’s national team back to the World Cup’s Round of 16 when they meet Bosnia and Herzegovina on Wednesday in California.
Kawhi Leonard got he wanted (another massive payday) and the Raptors take a big swing.
Olise only made his debut for France in late 2024 but he’s the creative hub of their all-conquering attack.
Tadej Pogacar can tie the record with a fifth Tour de France title.
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ESPN does an about-face regarding its reporting on a murder investigation in the Dominican Republic.
Last night’s article from the New York Times acknowledging that the bodycam footage from the Dianna Russini traffic stop didn’t mesh with the publication’s prior characterization of it included a nugget of related news buried near the bottom.
On July 1, 2009, we flipped the switch on our relationship with NBC.
Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter became eligible for a contract extension this offseason and the lack of one may have contributed to his limited participation in the team’s practices this spring.
NBA
The 2026-27 title game, to be played Dec. 11, will mark the first time the Cup final is held outside of Las Vegas.
A return to Cleveland is a real possibility. LeBron returning to the Spurs is not, but it is an interesting dream.
The Raptors now pair All-Stars Scottie Barnes and Leonard at the forward spots and could make some noise.
LeBron James’ potential free agent destinations.
MLB
The five-time Gold Glove winner is scheduled for an MRI to determine the severity of the injury.
Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras was tossed for a second straight game after throwing his helmet toward Nationals pitcher Cade Cavalli during a heated exchange that ended with the benches clearing and multiple ejections.
Everything you need to know about MLB Road to the Show, a five-part docuseries on Peacock following some of the top college and minor league players across baseball.
Junior Caminero knows the All-Star Home Run Derby doesn’t begin for a couple of weeks. The Tampa Bay slugger is ready to go anyway.
Premier League
Here are all of the latest confirmed transfer deals for all 20 Premier League clubs this summer.
Reports: Tottenham Hotspur agree to $112 million transfer for Mateus Fernandes - How will he fit in?
The Portuguese midfielder is reportedly swapping London rivals for a massive fee.
Liverpool star Cody Gakpo’s partner Noa van der Bij announced earlier this week that the pair lost a baby son during her pregnancy.
Calling their 2025-26 season “hugely disappointing,” Chelsea heaped blame on Maresca having his head turned by Pep Guardiola’s looming departure from City.
Motor Sports
Jo Shimoda and Levi Kitchen are separated by one point heading into the 4th of July classic at RedBud MX.
NASCAR might sometimes seem like an endless series of left turns, but Shane van Gisbergen can attest that oval racing is filled with variables.
The RedBud MX is the traditional location for the 4th of July weekend, and this year’s 250th celebration will be off the charts.
The Trackhouse Racing driver scored his second consecutive victory on the California road course.
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Rotoworld
Two newly called up prospects and a surprisingly successful Rule 5 pick get looked at this week.
Ingram’s fantasy value may receive a boost with the move to the Clippers, but the injury history remains a concern.
Packers head coach Matt LaFleur has strongly hinted at “starting over again” in 2026. Here’s what that means for Jordan Love, Christian Watson, and the rest of the Green Bay pass catchers.
Get ready for 2026 fantasy football drafts with in-depth previews for all 32 teams throughout the summer.
Jorge Montanez breaks down all of the relevant injury news around the league over the last week.
Eric Samulski lists his favorite streaming starts of the week and discusses some key pitch mix changes
Betting
LeBron James’ potential free agent destinations.
San Francisco Giants vs Arizona Diamondbacks Game Preview
San Diego Padres vs Chicago Cubs Game Preview
Chicago White Sox vs. Baltimore Orioles Betting Preview for June 30
Golf
For only the second time in the 11 years since he last won the John Deere Classic, Jordan Spieth is returning to the Deere and will skip the Scottish Open the following week.
Sergio Garcia will miss the British Open for the third time in four years after he failed to get among the 20 spots on four courses during 36-hole qualifying.
The eight signature events were won by eight players, no different from last year when seven players won the seven $20 million tournaments.
Check out the top highlights from Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland’s playoff round of the PGA Tour’s 2026 Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut.
It’s Hovland’s eighth victory on Tour and first since the 2025 Valspar Championship.
Viktor Hovland describes his emotions after defeating Scottie Scheffler in a playoff at the Travelers Championship, which marks his eighth career PGA Tour win.
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Aaron Rai finally returned home to Florida as a major champion and it didn’t take long for him to realize how life was different.
A look back at the championship record for the Knicks, who are making their ninth appearance in the title round.
Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II is set to make a little more money in 2026.
Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith said in early May that he was focused on doing his job when asked about the expected trade of A.J.
Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman is absent from organized team activities, and offensive coordinator Declan Doyle said some “personal things” have kept Bateman away.
