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What happened in the 2024 WNBA Draft: Caitlin Clark picked No. 1, Angel Reese picked by Chicago Sky, full analysis
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Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark's Eventful WNBA Draft Week
- Caitlin Clark, the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer, had a whirlwind week before the WNBA Draft, signaling just the beginning of her promising career.
- From the national championship to "SNL" to the Empire State Building and the draft, Clark is celebrated as one of the most sought-after and scrutinized rookies in the WNBA.
- After a series of events within eight days, including appearances on "Saturday Night Live", meetings, and honors, Clark looks forward to starting her professional career with the Indiana Fever.
- With a 190 percent increase in ticket prices and a massive fan response upon her arrival at the Fever, Clark and the team have high hopes for a successful season and a return to the playoffs.
The Lakers are the favorites to land Trae Young, per @BovadaOfficial Los Angeles Lakers +300
Chicago Bulls +500
Dallas Mavericks +700
San Antonio Spurs +700
Utah Jazz ... Show more
To make playoffs, short-handed Hawks need Trae Young to be great: Trae Young needs to be extraordinary for the Hawks to advance to the playoffs ...
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Column: Play-in fever missing for Jerry Reinsdorf’s Chicago Bulls, while his White Sox rely on a milkshake and a prayer
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Column: Chicago Bulls are heading back to South Beach with another win-or-go-home game vs. Miami Heat
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/18/column-chicago-bulls-are-heading-back-to-south-beach-with-another-shot-at-the-miami-heat/
Trae Young in his return tonight:
14 Points
11 Assists
4 Rebounds
100% FG
100% 3P
100% FT
20 Minutes
John Calipari could be going to Arkansas. What does this mean for UK basketball’s recruits?
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-recruiting/article287473175.html
Quick Glance: Arkansas Saves Kentucky and John Calipari
- John Calipari and Kentucky were on the brink of giving it one more shot. Arkansas saved them from themselves - and that's good for everyone.
- The relationship between the 65-year-old Hall of Fame coach and the elite program was not just dull but also burdensome. When athletic director Mitch Barnhart and Calipari sat for a local television interview last month to assure fans that they were on the same page and committed to getting the Wildcats back on top, it seemed more like a hostage video.
- Arkansas and its billionaire supporters unexpectedly intervened to recruit the coach nobody else pursued and offer him a compensation beyond what others could provide. Everyone benefits. Perhaps not the Razorbacks - time will tell - but certainly Calipari and Kentucky. He was in desperate need of a fresh start, as were the Wildcats. After failing to reach the second weekend of the NCAA Tournament for the fourth consecutive year, the individual who led Kentucky to seven Elite Eights, four Final Fours, and a national title in his initial decade came to a realization.
- This is not intended to diminish Calipari's past achievements at Kentucky. He revitalized the Cats, contributed to their national title, and kept UK in contention for a championship nearly every year during his remarkable first ten years. He served as a positive influence in the state, demonstrating his philanthropy in times of crisis. This is about recognizing that since 2020, Calipari was tarnishing this legacy. It's about acknowledging that both sides knew the journey had come to an end and it was time to step away. Just when it seemed that Calipari and Kentucky were considering another attempt, Arkansas intervened and rescued them from themselves.
Lack of experience proves costly for Atlanta United in draw with Philadelphia: The difference between Philadelphia, one of the most-experienced teams in MLS ...
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Trae Young not on final Team USA roster: Hawks all-star guard Trae Young did not make the final roster for Team USA, which will compete in the Summer Olympics in ...
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Bill Belichick nowhere close to landing any HC jobs this offseason, per report: He was 'voted off the island'
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In the Atlanta Hawks' misery, San Antonio Spurs have plenty to gain: In the Atlanta Hawks' ongoing misery, the San Antonio Spurs have plenty to gain.
expressnews.com/sports/spurs/article/atlanta-hawks-misery-san-antonio-spurs-plenty-19410285.php
Hawks star guard Trae Young cleared to return to practice: The Hawks announced Monday that guard Trae Young can return to practice, including contact.
ajc.com/sports/atlanta-hawks/hawks-star-guard-trae-young-cleared-to-return-to-practice/W3YTRMMVTZAM5GHPQKTUXCIGYI/
Report: Many NBA sources think Trae Young will be traded this summer if Hawks can find buyer
ahnfiredigital.com/nba/atlanta-hawks/report-many-nba-sources-think-trae-young-will-be-traded-this-summer-if-hawks-can-find-buyer/
When dreams become reality 🥹☁️
Isobel Borlase has been selected by the Atlanta Dream at pick number 20.#WeAreBasketball
Braves lose rain-shortened series to Mets with ugly finale : This is baseball, and this is a rivalry. Anything can happen.
ajc.com/sports/atlanta-braves/braves-lose-rain-shortened-series-to-mets-with-ugly-finale/UNOTFS27YZHZ3DSX6LVTPFV5CM/
Hank Aaron Gets a Stamp and a Statue On Home Run Anniversary: The baseball legend hit his record-breaking home run on April 8, 1974. His statue will be unveiled ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/09/sports/hank-aaron-baseball-hall-fame-statue-stamp.html
U.S., Canada expected to train at Atlanta United ahead of Copa America: Those teams will take part in June matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
ajc.com/sports/atlanta-united/us-canada-expected-to-train-at-atlanta-united-ahead-of-copa-america/AZBCGCBYL5FEXMP7BZMUIBTR4Q/
Celtics become 1st NBA team to shoot no free throws. Boston, Bucks combine for record-low 2 attempts
apnews.com/article/celtics-bucks-free-throw-record-b36fbe8d02980e4bf61c865a9ca95ecf
Hawks will play without Jalen Johnson, Onyeka Okongwu in Play-In Tournament: The Hawks are set to open the Play-In Tournament against the Bulls on Wednesday.
ajc.com/sports/atlanta-hawks/hawks-will-play-without-jalen-johnson-onyeka-okongwu-in-play-in-tournament/OBR4DCKHVJHC5HLHZYBJLT3FYY/
Chicago Bulls clinch No. 9 seed in East — and home-court advantage for play-in tournament opener against Atlanta Hawks
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/11/chicago-bulls-detroit-pistons-9-seed/
A pair of 2024 Kentucky basketball recruits have now decommitted after John Calipari’s exit
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-recruiting/article287548315.html
Houston Astros ship Forrest Whitley back to Triple-A Sugar Land: The demotion of the long-touted prospect after one MLB appearance clears a roster spot for ...
houstonchronicle.com/texas-sports-nation/astros/article/forrest-whitley-demoted-astros-sugar-land-19408812.php
Official capacity at Georgia Tech’s Bobby Dodd Stadium to decrease: The pending destruction of Georgia Tech’s Edge Center and the ensuing construction of the ...
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Top-5 Plays of the Day 🔥
Catch up on all of yesterday's action on MLS Wrap-Up: tv.apple.com/sporting-event/atlanta-united-vs-philadelphia-union/umc.cse.6dvy4n7pcesrj1ew4c7xg7u6o
Atlanta breaks U.S. women’s soccer ticket record: With an announced attendance of 50,644, Atlanta set a new record for tickets sold and distributed for a U.S ...
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NBA roundup: Nuggets rout Hawks, move atop West: Nikola Jokic posted his 25th triple-double of the season to help lead the Denver Nuggets to a 142-110 win over ...
reuters.com/sports/nba-roundup-nuggets-rout-hawks-move-atop-west-2024-04-07/
U.S. Soccer Federation headquarters will be named for Arthur Blank: Though the new United States Soccer Federation headquarters will be named the Arthur M ...
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2024 NBA playoffs preview: Play-in predictions, first-round series guide: John Hollinger makes his play-in picks and previews a potentially wild first round of ...
theathletic.com/5415524/2024/04/15/nba-playoffs-preview-predictions/
With the WNBA Draft nearing, what’s next for Caitlin Clark?: Caitlin Clark will likely be the No. 1 pick in the WNBA Draft ... in a few days.
theathletic.com/5398353/2024/04/07/caitlin-clark-iowa-wnba-draft-2/
At halfway point of ACC slate, time is now for Georgia Tech to make a move: With 15 ACC games down, and with 15 to go, the time is now for Georgia Tech baseball ...
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Groundbreaking for U.S. Soccer Federation headquarters in Atlanta set for Monday: The center, which will be the home of the USSF’s 27 teams, will include as many ...
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Arthur Blank said MLS spending is improving, can be better: On the day he was honored for pledging $50 million to help U.S. Soccer build its first national ...
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Mokoka ready for Two Oceans debut, aims to rectify ‘biggest mistake of my life’ at Olympics
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/sport/2024-04-09-mokoka-ready-for-two-oceans-debut-aims-to-rectify-biggest-mistake-of-my-life-at-olympics/
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Kirk Cousins to throw out first pitch at Braves game: Here is another Welcome to Atlanta moment for Kirk Cousins.
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Paid articlePaid Spencer Strider has elbow surgery to repair UCL, will miss rest of 2024 season: MIAMI — The Braves will play without Spencer Strider for the remainder of 2024.
ajc.com/sports/atlanta-braves/spencer-strider-has-surgery-will-miss-season/2QMSXLSSPNAPBEPS5ATO4BUNLY/
Ex-Augusta National Golf Club employee set to plead guilty in stolen Masters memorabilia case
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/17/ex-augusta-national-golf-club-employee-set-to-plead-guilty-in-stolen-masters-memorabilia-case/
Atlanta Hawks All-Star guard Trae Young is nearing a return and could play as soon as tonight vs. the Charlotte Hornets, sources tell ESPN ... Show more
David Ostrove, ex-Schechter School of Long Island CFO, sentenced to maximum for stealing $8.4M in school funds
newsday.com/long-island/crime/schechter-school-of-long-island-david-ostrove-bmbluic9
Alabama cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry had top-30 visit with Falcons on Wednesday: Here’s the eighth story of our position-by-position NFL draft series. Today ...
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Paid articlePaid Falcons’ tampering case remains under review with NFL draft approaching : FLOWERY BRANCH — The review of the Falcons’ case of tampering in the signing of ...
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Masters third-round pairings and tee times: AUGUSTA - Third-round pairings and tee times for Saturday:
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Paid articlePaid Hawks guard Trae Young has been cleared to resume contact and practice, team says. He underwent surgery for a torn ligament in his finger on February 27.
There is rarely a swing of emotions, from one end of the spectrum to another, like Braves fans experienced on Friday. The Braves forced extras and won 6-5 over ... Show more www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-braves/braves-win-thrilling-home-opener-but-ace-spencer-strider-may-be-injured/O35EE3ATK5AXNMCVFLNTDYDHLI/
How to watch the Masters: TV coverage of the Masters will be divided between ESPN and CBS
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Confident Braves rally from six runs down, stun Diamondbacks again: At this point, the Diamondbacks must be mystified. They hit Spencer Strider and Max Fried as ...
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Falcons sign veteran cornerback Kevin King : FLOWERY BRANCH -- Cornerback Kevin King, who played five seasons with the Packers, was signed by the Falcons on ...
ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/falcons-sign-veteran-cornerback-kevin-king/6K2BZIZFOZDWBKD3FQQXS4XZQY/
Atlanta United has several challenges heading to NYCFC, Citi Field: The circumstances aren’t ideal for Atlanta United in its desire to finally produce a positive ...
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A.M. ATL: The Braves are back in Atlanta – and a tradition carries on: It’s Braves home opening day, y’all! And the weather forecast calls for a chilly start to ...
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Minnesota’s Karl-Anthony Towns isn’t planning to play vs. the Denver Nuggets tonight on ESPN in a showdown for first-place in the West ... Show more
Bien Vegano Atlanta market highlights plant-based food products at metro breweries
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The 2024 Masters in the beautiful Augusta, Georgia, has teed off! Practice rounds started today, April 8, and round 1 starts Thursday ... Show more www.ajc.com/sports/golf/the-masters/
Quick Glance: Tiger Woods Sets Record
- At this year's Masters in Augusta, Georgia, attention was on whether Tiger Woods would make the cut.
- Woods finished his opening rounds with a 1-over-par and an even-par, securing him comfortably above the cut line.
- His score was well above the projected cut, marking his 24th consecutive cut, a tournament record.
- As one of 27 players still on the course, Woods had a grueling day, mentioning fatigue after playing 23 holes.
Hawks unable to withstand Nuggets’ hot shooting: DENVER -- The Nuggets piled up the points on the Hawks on Saturday night at Ball Arena ...
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Tom Brady has still got it '24 years later' in shirtless running video: Tom Brady running shirtless has the internet in a chokehold.
nypost.com/2024/04/18/sports/tom-brady-has-still-got-it-24-years-later-in-shirtless-video-running/
Braves’ Chris Sale pitches well, but lets fifth inning get away in loss: MIAMI – This was one of those starts that is difficult to evaluate.
ajc.com/sports/atlanta-braves/braves-chris-sale-pitches-well-but-lets-fifth-inning-get-away-in-loss/TEJ3KATIRZF4HJFO2N3JUZXMKA/
Hawks lose to Timberwolves, drop fifth consecutive game: MINNEAPOLIS -- The Hawks pushed the Timberwolves to the final buzzer but fell 109-106 for their fifth ...
ajc.com/sports/atlanta-hawks/hawks-fall-to-timberwolves-drop-fifth-straight-game/PFR2Q5SUWJHWBISAEKGCKXX4VM/
Unexplainable: It was a long road to the Masters for Akshay Bhatia : AUGUSTA -- As career arcs go, Akshay Bhatia’s post-pubescent foray into professional golf ...
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The Hawks say Jalen Johnson has a Grade 2 lateral right ankle sprain.and will be re-evaluated in three weeks.
Also: Onyeka Okongwu has undergone a ... Show more
Pistons seen as wild card destination for Trae Young as competing execs say they ‘need to do something’
ahnfiredigital.com/nba/atlanta-hawks/pistons-seen-as-wild-card-destination-for-trae-young-as-competing-execs-say-they-need-to-do-something/
THE EAST PLAY-IN IS SET. 🍿
(7) Philadelphia 76ers vs. (8) Miami Heat
(9) Chicago Bulls vs. (10) Atlanta Hawks
Reminder: It’s really, really difficult to protect a lead against the Braves: The Braves are remarkably difficult to finish off. They have been since 2018 ...
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SheBelieves Cup ticket sales on verge of setting USWNT record: The United States Soccer Federation announced Friday morning that tickets sales for Saturday’s ...
ajc.com/sports/atlanta-united/shebelieves-cup-ticket-sales-on-verge-of-setting-uswnt-record/SWS2MVO4MJGWLDDLKNZK6QSTBA/
SATURDAY’S WEATHER | Cool temps, plenty of sun for busy spring weekend: Despite below-average temperatures, the metro area has a beautiful spring Saturday to ...
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Philadelphia 76ers vs. Miami Heat. Chicago Bulls vs. Atlanta Hawks.
Who will advance and clinch their spot in the NBA playoffs? 🤔
🍿 7 ET on ESPN
Timberwolves Teammates Troll Mike Conley for Not Dunking on Wide-Open Fast Break: The Wolves' bench let Mike Conley hear it after he settled for a layup.
si.com/nba/2024/04/12/timberwolves-teammates-troll-mike-conley-not-dunking
Former Augusta National Golf Club worker charged in Chicago with stealing millions in Masters memorabilia
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/16/former-augusta-national-golf-club-worker-charged-in-chicago-with-stealing-millions-in-masters-memorabilia/
Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso will listen to his body, but a left ankle injury puts status in doubt for Friday’s game in Miami
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/18/chicago-bulls-alex-caruso-ankle-injury/
Mets Unveil City Connect Uniforms for 2024 MLB Season in New Photos, Video: The New York Mets revealed their long-awaited City Connect uniforms in a video posted ...
bleacherreport.com/articles/10117632-mets-unveil-city-connect-uniforms-for-2024-mlb-season-in-new-photos-video
Dollar Scholar Asks: When Can Debt Be a Good Thing?: Good debt can help increase net worth or enhance your life, while bad debt does the opposite — but too much ...
money.com/dollar-scholar-good-vs-bad-debt/
College football’s unlimited transfers policy is shaking the sport — but isn’t anything new
theathletic.com/5426724/2024/04/19/college-football-transfer-history/
Longtime voice of Yankees John Sterling is retiring, effective immediately: Sterling has called Yankees games since 1989, a span including the Derek Jeter era ...
sports.yahoo.com/longtime-voice-of-yankees-john-sterling-is-retiring-effective-immediately-212718064.html
Quick Glance: John Sterling retiring as Yankees play-by-play announcer due to health concerns
- The longtime Yankees radio voice, John Sterling, is stepping down due to health concerns.
- At 85 years old, Sterling is bidding farewell due to health issues.
- Since 1989, Sterling has been calling the Yankees games and partnered with Suzyn Waldman since 2005.
- His famous home run call was 'It is high, it is far, it is gone!', followed by 'Yankees win - the Yankees win' after victories.
Warriors-Kings, Vol. 5: The X’s and O’s that will keep Dubs alive or send them packing
mercurynews.com/2024/04/16/warriors-kings-vol-5-the-xs-and-os-that-will-keep-dubs-alive-or-send-them-packing/
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