UConn wins by 32, Pitino's worst St. John's loss

UConn avenged a Feb. 6 loss by handing St. John's its largest defeat under Rick Pitino, a 72-40 blowout Wednesday night in which the Red Storm missed their final 24 field goal attempts.[read more]

🏀 Kobe, MJ and the black mamba's secret history

In late 2002, Nike began creating a global campaign featuring the black mamba -- and presented it to an NBA superstar. That star was not Kobe Bryant.[read more]

Third victim dies week after shooting at R.I. rink

A deadly shooting during a youth hockey game in Rhode Island last week claimed a third victim, authorities said Wednesday.[read more]

Jags, Commanders host teams for London games

The Jaguars and Commanders will be the host teams for the NFL's three London games in 2026, the league announced Wednesday morning.[read more]

Top NFL prospect Reese says he's an OLB/edge

Ohio State star Arvell Reese, one of the top prospects in April's NFL draft, declared himself an "outside linebacker/edge" rusher during media interviews at the combine Wednesday.[read more]

Replay errors in early games worry NFL coaches

Sean Payton and Mike Vrabel, both members of the NFL's competition committee, expressed concern this week over replay errors in 1 p.m. games last season.[read more]

Why the Lakers' success depends on Deandre Ayton -- and vice versa

Deandre Ayton and the Lakers are entering the most crucial stretch of the season. The question is: Will he accept the role they desperately need him to play?[read more]

Suns' Ishbia offers $1M to All-Star contest winners

Suns owner Mat Ishbia wants more star players participating in All-Star Weekend events when Phoenix hosts next year -- and is hoping to entice them by offering a $1 million prize to the winners of the slam dunk and 3-point contests.[read more]

🏀 Kobe, MJ and the black mamba's secret history

In late 2002, Nike began creating a global campaign featuring the black mamba -- and presented it to an NBA superstar. That star was not Kobe Bryant.[read more]

Stashing these injured players is a winning move

Eric Karabell serves up a list of currently injured players to keep on your radar for the last few rounds of your fantasy drafts.[read more]

Fantasy draft guide: Rankings, tips, strategy, stats and more

All the rankings, projections, cheat sheets, strategy and analysis you need for the 2026 fantasy baseball season.[read more]

Ranking all 30 MLB lineups for 2026

Patience. Power. Durability. Depth. We rate all 30 offenses by these measures and more.[read more]

Hooked on hockey after the Olympics? An updated look at the NHL's playoff picture

With the medals awarded, the sprint is on to the end of the regular season.[read more]

'Always trying to get a little better': How a mental health focus aided John Tavares' renaissance

Through his foundation, the Maple Leafs center has driven awareness of the mental health conversation.[read more]

Stars' Rantanen out weeks after Olympic injury

Mikko Rantanen will be out for an extended time for the Dallas Stars after sustaining a lower-body injury in the Olympics.[read more]