Jadon Sancho remains a Man Utd player.

Jadon Sancho: Two European Clubs ‘Enquire’ About Man Utd Misfit

Jadon Sancho’s future continues to be the subject of much debate, with multiple European clubs weighing up a potential deal for the Manchester United winger.

Jamie Spencer
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The league MVP had 34 points to even the NBA Finals at 1-1

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Ties Wilt Chamberlain's Wild NBA Playoff Record in Game 2 Win

SGA's 34 points powered the Thunder to a Game 2 win and put him in historic NBA playoff company.

Liam McKeone
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SGA broke Iverson's record for most points over his first two NBA Finals games on Sunday

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Had Perfect Team-First Answer About Breaking Allen Iverson Record

SGA only has wins on his mind despite breaking a 20-year-old NBA Finals record in Game 2.

Liam McKeone
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Shaq smiles during a ceremony to retire his #32 jersey at Orlando's Amway Center.

Shaquille O'Neal Left a Surprising Player Off His Big Man Mount Rushmore

The longtime NBA center had quite the omission from his list.

Mike Kadlick
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Nearly 50 Years Before the Valkyries, Denise Long Rife Was Drafted by the Warriors

As the WNBA welcomes a new team, the first woman drafted into the NBA remembers when she was the Bay Area’s best women’s player.

Greg Bishop
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Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose celebrates a play.

NBA MVP History: Oldest & Youngest Players to Ever Win the Prestigious Award

As the NBA prepares to award the 2024–25 league MVP, a look at the oldest and youngest players to take home basketball's top individual honor.

Dan Lyons
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Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic dribbles the ball during a game.

Most NBA MVPs by One Player and One Team

Nikola Jokic could potentially win his fourth MVP this year.

Madison Williams
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Barkley believes the Lakers are a flawed defensive team.

Charles Barkley Blasts Luka Doncic With Ruthless Line After Lakers’ Playoff Exit

Barkley believes the Doncic, LeBron James-led Lakers are a flawed defensive team.

Tim Capurso
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Barron will help the Broncos have one of the best secondaries in the NFL.

NFL Draft Takeaways: Smart Teams Double Down on Strengths

Conor Orr shares his overall thoughts on the draft, including favorite picks, the Browns’ quarterback room and the Day 2 player we’ll be talking about in November.

Conor Orr
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James Posey and Chris Paul on the bench during the biggest blowout in NBA postseason history.

Biggest NBA Playoff Blowouts in League History

10 biggest blowouts in NBA playoff history.

Stephen Douglas
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Butler and Curry are healthy entering the NBA playoffs and have a favorable first-round matchup.

NBA Playoffs Upset Watch: Four Low Seeds Who Could Defy the Odds

There are a lot of teams firmly in the middle ground of “good enough to make the playoffs, but with obvious flaws that could prove fatal” territory.

Liam McKeone
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Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo reacts to scoring a basket.

Giannis Antetokounmpo Breaks NBA Record to Surpass Wilt Chamberlain, Oscar Robertson

It's not everyday that an NBA player can say they passed these two greats for a record.

Madison Williams
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Luka Doncic made history for and against the Mavericks this season.

Luka Doncic Joined Wilt Chamberlain As the Only Players to Ever Do This in One Season

The Lakers' star had a memorable night in Dallas.

Stephen Douglas
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Jerry West, aka The Logo, died Wednesday at the age of 86 in Los Angeles.

Jerry West, Symbol of the NBA, Dies at 86, Leaving Legacy of Magnetism Across Generations of Basketball

The Logo played 14 seasons for the Lakers before a brief coaching stint and a remarkable run as general manager—from Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal.

Jack McCallum
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Apr 23, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) gestures during

Dallas Mavericks' Luka Doncic Draws Wild Statistical Comparisons to Two NBA Legends

The Dallas Mavericks superstar's playoff statistics are among the likes of LeBron James and Wilt Chamberlain.

Kade Kimble
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Apr 5, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA;  Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (21) dunks past Golden

Daniel Gafford Details Nearly Landing on Dallas Mavericks in 2019 NBA Draft: 'I Could Have Been Here'

Daniel Gafford has made a significant impact for the Dallas Mavericks since being traded to the team. His tenure could have begun years prior had the 2019 NBA Draft played out differently.

Grant Afseth
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Competitive eater Joey “Jaws” Chestnut ate 57 hot dogs in five minutes at Fort Bliss’ “Pop Goes the Fort” Fourth of July celebration, beating his four competitors together at 49 hot dogs July 4, 2024.

Joey Chestnut Conquers Buffalo Wild Wings's Challenge, Earns Fans Tasty Reward

Major League Eating star Joey Chestnut conquered Buffalo Wild Wings's challenge, earning fans everywhere a tasty reward in the process.

Tim Capurso
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Jackson should benefit from the addition of former Titans running back Derrick Henry

Best-Case and Worst-Case Scenarios for Every NFL Team Entering 2024 Training Camps

If everything goes right, the Ravens and 49ers could be headed for a dream matchup in New Orleans. If everything goes wrong, the Browns and Cowboys could be looking for new quarterbacks in 2025.

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Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain to Be Rewarded for Injury Comeback With New Liverpool Contract

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain to Be Rewarded for Injury Comeback With New Liverpool Contract

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain will get the chance to make up for the year he's missed due to injury, with Liverpool set to hand him a 12-month contract extension.

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The Best Sports Days of 2024

Let's take a look back at some of the most memorable days in sports this year.

Dan Gartland
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Jim Kelly Tough

Jim Kelly Tough

From his hospital room and surrounded by family, Hall of Fame quarterback Jim Kelly details his second—and more serious—fight with cancer. Plus, DeSean Jackson begins search for a new team and the King family suffers a great loss

Peter King
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Nikola Jokić drills full-court shot against Sacramento Kings.

Nikola Jokić’s Effortless Full-Court Shot Left Fans in Awe

Nikola Jokić is one of one.

Tyler Lauletta
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Warriors guard Stephen Curry holds up the Larry O'Brien Trophy after defeating the Celtics in Game six of the 2022 NBA Finals.

NBA Champions by Year: Complete History and Results of the NBA Finals

Stephen Curry's Golden State Warriors are one of the NBA dynasties that enjoyed long reigns atop the league as champions.

Joe Lago
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Lawrence is one of several young quarterbacks eligible for a big contract this offseason

Who Will Get the Most Money: Trevor Lawrence, Jordan Love or Tua Tagovailoa?

All three quarterbacks are now eligible for new contracts. Plus, answering your questions on Robert Kraft, Brandon Aiyuk, Harrison Butker, the Chargers and more.

Albert Breer
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Tiger Woods received a special exemption to play this week's U.S. Open at Pinehurst.

Tiger Woods Set for First U.S. Open Since 2020 As Son, Charlie, Takes Larger Role With Preparation

Woods has been practicing at Pinehurst for the past week, and his 15-year-old son, Charlie, is taking on a larger role. “I trust him with my swing and my game," Woods said of his son.

Bob Harig
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Daniels recorded a 36.2 QBR against the Steelers, his worst mark since Week 1.

NFL Power Rankings: Commanders Tumble After Close Loss to Steelers

Washington’s steep fall says more about the league’s crowded class of contenders than the potential of the NFC East leaders.

Conor Orr
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Jokic (left) is making his incredible play look so routine.

SI:AM | Nikola Jokic Is Having the Best Season of His Career

His monster game against the Kings was just the icing on the cake.

Dan Gartland
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We ranked 59 people who will have the biggest impact on who ends up with the Lombardi Trophy a little over five months from now.

2024 NFL Season Preview: 59 People Who Will Impact Who Wins Super Bowl LIX

We’ll see 32 teams play 272 regular season games before the field narrows to 14 for the playoffs. But who gets to New Orleans? Here’s who we think will determine who wins the Lombardi Trophy.

Matt Verderame, On SI Contributors
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Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins did not hold back when talking about today's NBA players and how they talk about past generations.

Dominique Wilkins Had Blunt Message for Players Who '(Expletive)' on Past Generations

Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins has not taken kindly to how today's NBA stars speak about past generations of NBA players. Wilkins appeared

Mike McDaniel
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James is averaging 22.6 points in 35.0 minutes per game this season.

LeBron James Had Jokes After Breaking NBA's All-Time Minutes Played Record

King James is now the owner of another all-time record.

Tom Dierberger
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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) and head coach Steve Kerr.

Steve Kerr Explains Why Steph Curry Doesn't Fit Mold of other NBA GOATs

Steve Kerr breaks down why guard Steph Curry is different from the typical NBA legend.

Eva Geitheim
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Denver Nuggets center Jokic points in the second half against the Phoenix Suns at Ball Arena.

Nikola Jokic Breaks Longstanding Wilt Chamberlain Record During Historic Game

The Nuggets superstar made plenty of history with his unprecedented game Friday night.

Blake Silverman
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Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander drives the ball vs. the Boston Celtics.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Joins Historic NBA Company After Another Big Scoring Night

This will help the Thunder star's MVP case.

Madison Williams
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Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) defends a drive by Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

Nikola Jokic Weighs in on NBA MVP Battle With Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

Nuggets' Nikola Jokic offers his thoughts on the NBA MVP race with Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

Eva Geitheim
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Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey stands at 7'4".

Tallest NBA Players of 2024-2025 (and All Time)

Some of the NBA's tallest players now possess skills of much smaller players, making them more fascinating than ever.

Joe Lago
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LeBron (right) and the Lakers have a tough road ahead against the defending champion Nuggets in the first round of the West playoffs.

SI:AM | One Reason to Watch Every NBA First-Round Series

Are you ready for two months of playoff basketball?

Dan Gartland
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The Cardinals' offensive should thrive if Harrison produces as good as many hope.

Predicting Which NFL Rookies Will Have the Biggest Impact This Season

There are several rookies from the 2024 NFL Draft class who are expected to excel right out of the gate.

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Jurgen Klopp Confirms Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain Is 'Very Close' to Return
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Jurgen Klopp Confirms Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain Is 'Very Close' to Return

Liverpool midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is expected to return to action in March after making incredible progress in his recovery from a serious knee injury.

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Denver Nuggets center Jokic reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Paycom Center.

Nikola Jokic Storms Back Into MVP Race After Massive Game in Win vs. Thunder

The Joker punched back against SGA and the Thunder Monday night.

Blake Silverman
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Durant lets out a big smile.

Kevin Durant Becomes Eighth Player in NBA History to Score 30,000 Career Points

The 36-year-old entrenched himself in NBA lore on Tuesday night in Phoenix.

Mike Kadlick
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Ann Meyers (left) and Anita Ortega (right) helped lead the Bruins to the 1978 AIAW championship win over Maryland.

This Isn’t UCLA’s First Women’s Final Four

It may not be in the NCAA record books, but the 1978 AIAW championship is a big part of the Bruins’ storied program history. 

Emma Baccellieri
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Milwaukee Bucks forward Antetokounmpo controls the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers in the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center.

Giannis Antetokounmpo Makes NBA History With Dominant Performance As Bucks Beat 76ers

Giannis had a career-high 20 assists Thursday night.

Blake Silverman
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Gilgeous-Alexander is a heavy favorite for an All-Star spot this season.

NBA All-Star Picks: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokić, Giannis Antetokounmpo Top List

This season included a few obvious choices, but several difficult calls for the Feb. 16 game in San Francisco.

Chris Mannix
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LeBron James has played on Christmas Day more than any player in NBA history, but his 2010 performance with the Heat stands out.

Five Best NBA Christmas Day Performances From Wilt Chamberlain to LeBron James

NBA legacies are built, at least in part, on the holiday with huge viewership for the biggest and brightest stars.

Liam McKeone
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Russell Westbrook is the NBA's all-time leader in triple doubles.

Who Has the Most Triple Doubles in NBA History?

One of the most impressive individual achievements in basketball, a triple-double puts a player’s entire skill set on full display.

Nate Cunningham
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Elmore Smith holds the NBA record for most blocked shots in a game.

What’s the NBA Record for Blocks in a Game?

Records are meant to be broken, or so they say. But some records seem like they’ll be safe forever.

Nate Cunningham
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Golden State Warriors forward Iguodala gestures during the fourth quarter of game four of the 2023 NBA playoffs against the Sacramento Kings at Chase Center.

Warriors Announce First Jersey Retirement for Star From Franchise's Dynasty

Andre Iguodala's No. 9 will go up into the rafters at Chase Center in February.

Blake Silverman
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Under Berhalter, the USMNT is underachieving in ways that reflect directly on leadership.

It’s Time to Fire Gregg Berhalter

Sure, the officiating was terrible as the USMNT crashed out of Copa America. But the way the team lost its composure and wilted offensively was even worse.

Michael Rosenberg
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