Caitlin Clark effect: Iowa's NCAA Tournament win over West Virginia sets viewership record
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Quick Glance: Womenโs March Madness: USC in Sweet 16 after 30 years; Iowa victorious
- The women's NCAA tournament continued with eight second-round games.
- The highlight of the day was Caitlin Clark and top-seeded Iowa playing against the No. 8 West Virginia, earning a spot in the Sweet 16 in Albany.
- In a late game on the West Coast, JuJu Watkins and No. 1 USC defeated No. 8 Kansas, reaching the Sweet 16 for the first time in 30 years.
- Gonzaga advances to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2015 after beating Utah, set to play top-seeded Texas next.
NFL owners approve ban of hip-drop tackling technique - ESPN: NFL owners have approved a rule proposal to ban the swivel hip-drop tackle, the league announced ...
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Quick Glance: NFL Bans Hip-Drop Tackle: Competition Committee Unanimous on Rule Change
- NFL owners voted unanimously to ban the swivel hip-drop tackle during league meetings.
- A 15-yard penalty and automatic first down for the offense is now the consequence.
- The NFL Players' Association opposed the proposal, leading to backlash on social media.
- Two other rule changes were officially approved, including teams now receiving a third challenge after one successful challenge.
Sophia Smith, Portland Thorns sign contract making her NWSL's highest-paid player
usatoday.com/story/sports/soccer/nwsl/2024/03/27/portland-thorns-sophia-smith-nwsl-highest-paid-player/73125417007/
NCAA removes official from NC State-Chattanooga due to 'background conflict' - ESPN
espn.com/womens-college-basketball/story/_/id/39795737/ncaa-removes-official-nc-state-chattanooga-due-background-conflict
Quick Glance: NCAA Replaced Official During NC State vs. Chattanooga Halftime
- A substitution of a game official took place at halftime of the women's basketball game between NC State and Chattanooga due to a 'background conflict.'
- Tommi Paris initiated the game with the team but did not oversee the latter half of the No. 3-seeded Wolfpack's triumph with a score of 64-45 against No. 14 seed Chattanooga in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
- Following the game, the NCAA released a statement clarifying the substitution of officials and the decision to have Angelica Suffren step in for Paris, who had worked the previous game. The designated standby official, Danielle Jackson, remained inactive. NC State maintained a lead of 26-17 at halftime.
- As per information from Paris' employer's website and LinkedIn profile, she holds a master's degree from the University of Tennessee - Chattanooga. Paris, a former player at Furman University, also hails from Chattanooga. Her bio indicates a decade of experience as a game official.
BREAKING: The Raptors are taking Jontay Porter out of the lineup due to โNBA investigation into irregularities on prop bettingโ, per ESPN.
Whoa.
Quick Glance: NBA Investigates Raptors' Jontay Porter for Betting Issues
- Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter is being investigated by the NBA for multiple instances of betting irregularities.
- Issues arose regarding bets on Porter during games on Jan. 26 and March 20, prompting the NBA to look into the matter.
- DraftKings Sportsbook highlighted the success of bets against Porter's 3-pointers, indicating unusual betting interest.
- Porter played in various games affected by the betting issues, with NBA rules strictly prohibiting players from any wagers on NBA events.
ESPN will remain home of College Football Playoff through 2031: The College Football Playoff and ESPN have announced a deal that will give the network exclusive ...
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March Madness Sweet 16 dates, times, TV info for 2024 NCAA Tournament: The NCAA men's and women's basketball tournaments really get interesting as the Sweet 16 ...
usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaab/tourney/2024/03/23/march-madness-2024-sweet-16-dates-locations/73039744007/
Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani says he was duped by his ex-interpreter, blindsided by gambling allegations
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Quick Glance: Shohei Ohtani and the Ippei Mizuhara Gambling Scandal: Live Updates
- Major League Baseball has officially launched an investigation into the gambling allegations surrounding Mizuhara, Ohtani's former interpreter and friend.
- Ohtani is scheduled to address the media on Monday for the first time since the dismissal of his interpreter and friend Ippei Mizuhara, in response to the escalating gambling scandal.
- The role of interpreters in MLB has evolved significantly, with Mizuhara not only being an interpreter but also a close confidant of Ohtani.
- MLB has initiated a formal investigation into the gambling allegations against Ippei Mizuhara, Shohei Ohtani's long-time interpreter.
Women's March Madness games today: Schedule, how to watch Sunday's NCAA Tournament
usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaaw/2024/03/24/what-womens-march-madness-games-are-today-sunday/73082768007/
There were four million entries. Now just four perfect brackets remain in womenโs March Madness
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ESPN Targeting Jason Kelce for 'Monday Night Football' Coverage, Per Report: Kelce is one of the biggest available names on the sports media market.
si.com/nfl/2024/03/27/jason-kelce-espn-monday-night-football
ESPNโs Holly Rowe assigned as Caitlin Clark beat reporter during womenโs NCAA Tournament
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Quick Glance: ESPNโs Holly Rowe Assigned to Cover Caitlin Clark in NCAA Tournament
- Holly Rowe, an award-winning sports journalist, will be accompanying Caitlin Clark during the NCAA Tournament in Iowa City.
- Rowe will provide exclusive coverage of Clark and has been present at many games to track her achievements.
- Her presence underscores Clark's significance in college basketball and the specialized coverage she deserves.
- ESPN is leveraging Rowe's expertise and experience in reporting on women's basketball to track and promote Clark's career.
Michigan basketball hires Dusty May: Social media reacts to FAU coach leaving for Wolverines
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Quick Glance: Michigan Pro Day Recap
- J.J. McCarthy showcases planned performances to NFL scouts at Michigan's Pro Day
- Zak Zinter struggles post-injury, prepares for NFL Draft
- Corum demonstrates versatility and skills to NFL scouts
Shohei Ohtani Interpreterโs Bombshell Gambling Scandal: What We Know So Far: Here's what we know so far about the stunning gambling scandal with close ties ...
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Quick Glance: Shohei Ohtani's Interpreter Fired Amid Gambling Allegations
- Shohei Ohtani's friend and interpreter at the Los Angeles Dodgers, Ippei Mizuhara, was fired due to allegations of theft and illegal gambling.
- Mizuhara was suspected of $4.5 million being transferred from Ohtani's bank account to an illegal bookmaker in Southern California.
- Ohtani's lawyers revealed that Ohtani was a victim of massive theft and the matter is being handed over to the authorities.
- Mizuhara refused to comment on the allegations, and investigations are ongoing.
South Carolina, Iowa to headline women's Ally Tipoff in 2024 - ESPN: South Carolina and Iowa will take part in the Ally Tipoff in Charlotte next season.
espn.com/womens-college-basketball/story/_/id/39730484/south-carolina-iowa-headline-women-ally-tipoff-2024
Kentuckyโs loss to unheralded Oakland crushes millions of March Madness brackets: Kentuckyโs 80-76 loss to Oakland didn't just end a bunch of perfect brackets.
seattletimes.com/nation-world/kentuckys-loss-to-unheralded-oakland-crushes-millions-of-march-madness-brackets/
Sources -- Florida Atlantic's Dusty May to be Michigan's coach - ESPN: Florida Atlantic's Dusty May has agreed to become the next head coach at Michigan ...
espn.com/mens-college-basketball/story/_/id/39796684/florida-atlantic-dusty-michigan-coach
ESPN anchor Hannah Storm reveals breast cancer diagnosis: "I was so stunned," Storm, 61, said of learning her diagnosis. "I have no family history ...
nydailynews.com/2024/03/19/hannah-storm-espn-breast-cancer/
How ESPN executives plan to survive the decline of cable TV : Disneyโs ESPN is at a crossroads.
cnbc.com/2024/03/21/espn-executives-talk-streaming-plans-in-cnbc-documentary.html
Would Stephen A. Smith Make It On Late Night TV?: Smith tells FOS heโs interested in succeeding Jimmy Kimmel, who has suggested his own clock is winding down at ...
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Fired Timberwolves analyst charged with stealing 'strategic NBA information' - ESPN
espn.com/nba/story/_/id/39773315/fired-timberwolves-analyst-charged-stealing-strategic-nba-information
Kansas City Chiefs trading star CB L'Jarius Sneed to Tennessee Titans, per report
usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2024/03/22/chiefs-trade-ljarius-sneed-titans/73076042007/
NFL to play Christmas doubleheader despite holiday landing on Wednesday in 2024: The NFL will play on Christmas in 2024 despite the holiday landing on a ...
usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2024/03/26/nfl-christmas-2024-schedule-play-game/73105104007/
Shohei Ohtani Interpreter Fired by Dodgers Amid Gambling Reports, ESPN Says: The Los Angeles Dodgers fired the interpreter for superstar Shohei Ohtani following ...
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Shannon Sharpe criticizes LSU's Kim Mulkey over her comments on South Carolina fight
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ESPN Sources: Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun has escaped major injury on his lower right leg, suffering a severely sprained ankle and a bone bruise on ... Show more
NCAA Tournament Jay Williams calls for expanded 112team March Madness: Jay Williams has a clear idea for the ultimate NCAA Tournament expansion
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Mahamadou Diawara has left France's U19 squad after learning that the French Football Federation (FFF) have installed new rules forbidding Muslim players from ... Show more
Shock as Kansas City Chiefs Trade Star Player LโJarius Sneed to Titans : It has been a busy offseason for the Titans with the club already adding a slew of ...
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Giddeyโs career-best explosion stuns NBA: As the NBA season nears the playoffs, it looks like Aussie star Josh Giddey is finally hitting his straps.
news.com.au/sport/basketball/nba/josh-giddey-is-so-back-aussies-careerbest-night-stuns-nba/news-story/79ce082618238b944d5aa50a5d49629c
Sources - Magic, coach Jamahl Mosley reach 4-year extension - ESPN: Jamahl Mosley, who has increased the Magic's victory total in each of his three seasons as ...
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Exclusive: WNBA expected along with NBA rights renewal, ESPN chief says: ESPN is under tremendous pressure from the declining pay-TV business.
axios.com/2024/03/19/espn-wnba-rights-jimmy-pitaro
BREAKING: Michigan Men's Basketball has a new head coach.
Michigan is hiring Florida Atlantic's Dusty May as the program's next head coach ... Show more
Falcons land free agent Kirk Cousins for $180M. What are the grades for Falcons QB signing?
usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2024/03/11/kirk-cousins-falcons-free-agent-signing-contract-grades/72937919007/
NBA Instructed Officials To Curb Foul Hunting
espn.com/nba/story/_/id/39741326/nba-memo-says-officiating-focus-foul-hunting-contributing-factor-scoring-decline
Bucks tie NBA record with three-point barrage: The Milwaukee Bucks didnโt have Giannis Antetokounmpo inside against the Phoenix Suns. So they destroyed the Suns ...
yardbarker.com/nba/articles/bucks_tie_nba_record_with_three_point_barrage/s1_13132_40123577
This is the first time a LeBron James team has a winning record when he does not play since 2012-2013 ๐
Sainz is still looking for a seat for next year ๐
Quick Glance: F1 Australian Grand Prix: Sainz Triumphs, Verstappen and Hamilton Retire
- Carlos Sainz of Ferrari wins the Australian Grand Prix after Max Verstappen retires early due to rear brake issues.
- Sainz dominates the race, securing his first victory since last year's Singapore Grand Prix.
- Mercedes faces a challenging race with Lewis Hamilton retiring due to an engine failure.
- Ferrari secures a remarkable first and second place finish, a rare achievement since the 2022 Bahrain Grand Prix.
About 9 In 10 March Madness Brackets Are Already Busted Just Hours Into NCAA Tournament
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Taj Gibson is signing a deal for the rest of the season with the Detroit Pistons, Mark Bartelstein of @PrioritySports tells ESPN. Gibson โ whoโs finishing up a 10-day ... Show more
Archbishop Woodโs Jalil Bethea is a national recruit whoโs โmore than a basketball playerโ
inquirer.com/high-school-sports/jalil-bethea-archbishop-wood-ranked-prospect-nation-basketball-miami-20240319.html
Notre Dame vs Wake Forest: Predictions, picks, odds for Wednesday's ACC Tournament game
usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaab/2024/03/13/wake-forest-notre-dame-predictions/72955407007/
Conor McGregor says UFC return vs. Michael Chandler is set for this summer: "We got confirmation a few days ago that it's all systems go," McGregor said while ...
sports.yahoo.com/conor-mcgregor-says-ufc-return-vs-michael-chandler-is-set-for-this-summer-001804172.html
ESPNโs Stephen A. Smith Says Heโd Fire Virginiaโs Tony Bennett Because Team Is Boring
si.com/college/2024/03/21/espn-stephen-a-smith-fire-virginia-tony-bennett-team-boring-2024-march-madness
Ravens signing Derrick Henry: Former Titans star gets two-year deal worth up to $20M
cbssports.com/nfl/news/ravens-signing-derrick-henry-former-titans-star-gets-two-year-deal-worth-up-to-20m/
The Washington Wizards are signing 7-footer Tristan Vukcevic of Serbia on a two-year deal, sources tell ESPN. Vukcevic โ a 2023 second-round draft pick โ will ... Show more
Furious Tom Crean goes off on teams declining NIT invite: Former college basketball coach and ESPN analyst Tom Crean was not a fan of several teams asking not to ...
nypost.com/2024/03/18/sports/furious-tom-crean-goes-off-on-teams-declining-nit-invite/
Only ONE MORE WEEK until regular-season baseball is back!
The #SeoulSeries kicks off the MLB season starting next Wednesday at 6:00 am ET on ESPN.
Quick Glance: Mike Williams, Jets Agree to One-Year Contract
- The New York Jets have reached an agreement with veteran wide receiver Mike Williams on a one-year contract worth up to $15 million.
- Having played his first seven NFL seasons with the Los Angeles Chargers, Williams will now line up alongside star receiver Garrett Wilson for the Jets.
- Despite an ACL injury in September that sidelined him for most of the 2023 season, Williams' experience and skills will make him a strong addition to the Jets team.
SportsCenter anchor John Anderson to leave ESPN this spring: John Anderson, one of SportsCenterโs longest-tenured anchors, will be departing the show and ESPN in ...
usatoday.com/story/sports/media/2024/03/27/john-anderson-sportscenter-anchor-to-leave-espn/73126064007/
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