<ul><li>The president's links to the Ultimate Fighting Championship date back to at least 2001, when the since-closed Trump Taj Mahal hosted the mixed martial arts enterprise.</li><li>Trump's attende… [+1433 chars]

It's going to be a "championship fight, full fight," Trump said during a rally in Iowa this evening.

Axios

Trump to host UFC fight at White House as part of "America250" celebrations - Axios

An Oregon jury Thursday convicted former NBA player Ben McLemore on rape and sexual abuse charges that emerged from a 2021 party he attended while a member of the Portland Trail Blazers.
Over a two-… [+3930 chars]

McLemore, a member of the Trail Blazers at the time, said he had a consensual encounter with the woman during a party at the home of then-teammate Robert Covington.

The Washington Post

Former NBA player Ben McLemore convicted of raping woman in 2021 - The Washington Post

U.S. immigration agents have arrested the Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr., a onetime middleweight world champion, days after he lost a heavily promoted match to influencer-turned-fighter Jake Pa… [+3998 chars]

Chávez, formerly the world middleweight champion, was detained by immigration officials in California. He is wanted on organized crime charges in Mexico, DHS said.

Julio César Chávez Jr., former world champion boxer, detained by ICE - The Washington Post

Damian Lillard is ready for his next chapter.
After getting waived by the Bucks on Tuesday, the star point guard appears prepared to sign with a new team even if he will miss most, if not all, of th… [+1771 chars]

Damian Lillard is ready for his next chapter.

New York Post

Damian Lillard’s message after hitting free agency: ‘Tell em this the jackpot’ - New York Post

The White Sox will promote Colson Montgomery for this weekend’s series against the Rockies, reports Kris Norton of WITZ Radio in Indiana. Montgomery is already on the 40-man roster, so the Sox only n… [+2708 chars]

The White Sox are calling up former top prospect Colson Montgomery. Find out more about the move at MLB Trade Rumors.

MLB Trade Rumors

White Sox To Recall Colson Montgomery For MLB Debut - MLB Trade Rumors

In a gesture of respect and solidarity, Real Madrid paused their training session today at The Gardens North County District Park in Palm Beach to observe a minute of silence in memory of Portuguese … [+857 chars]

In a gesture of respect and solidarity, Real Madrid paused their training session today at The Gardens North County District Park in Palm Beach to observe a minute of silence in memory of...

Managing Madrid

Real Madrid Honor Diogo Jota and André Silva With a Minute of Silence in Palm Beach Training Session - Managing Madrid

The NBA offseason moved fast this year so fast that it started before the NBA Finals were even over with the Kevin Durant trade. Then there were a series of trades around the draft, followed by poten… [+7750 chars]

It's been a good offseason in Denver and Houston. Not so much in New Orleans.

NBCSports.com

NBA free agency, offseason winners and losers - NBC Sports

The Dodgers placed Max Muncy on the 10-day injured list this evening, an inevitability after he was helped off the field following an ugly left knee injury yesterday. He has been diagnosed with a bon… [+1646 chars]

Max Muncy sustained a bone bruise in his knee in last night's ugly collision. Read about his timeline at MLB Trade Rumors.

Max Muncy Expects To Miss Around Six Weeks With Bone Bruise - MLB Trade Rumors

The Lakers and free-agent center Jaxson Hayes have agreed up on a one-year contract for him to return to the team, according to people not authorized to speak publicly on the matter.
With Hayes, the… [+785 chars]

The Lakers will bring back the free-agent center after agreeing to a one-year contract for him to return to the team.

Yahoo Entertainment

Lakers agree to terms to bring back Jaxson Hayes - Yahoo Sports

Buffalo, NY (WGR 550)  The Buffalo Sabres wrapped up Development Camp with their annual 3-on-3 tournament. With so few players invited to camp, there were only two teams that played two 30 minute run… [+2989 chars]

The Buffalo Sabres wrapped up Development Camp with their annual 3-on-3 tournament. With so few players invited to camp, there were only two teams that played two 30 minute running time periods instead of a three-team round robin tournament.

Audacy.com

Richard leads the way in 3-on-3 tournament - Audacy

Jonathan Kuminga's future with the Warriors is complicated and uncertain, but Udonis Haslem believes the solution actually is quite simple.
The three-time NBA champion and ESPN analyst, like the res… [+2482 chars]

Three-time NBA champion Udonis Haslem explained why he believes Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors simply aren't a good fit together.

Nbcsportsbayarea.com

Jonathan Kuminga, Warriors simply not good on-court fit, Udonis Haslem believes - NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Right-hander Colten Brewer has opted out of his minor league deal with the Yankees, reports MLBTR’s Steve Adams. He was on the temporarily inactive list in recent days due to his wife giving birth.
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Brewer no longer a Yankee. Click over to MLB Trade Rumors for more info.

Colten Brewer Opts Out Of Yankees Deal - MLB Trade Rumors

The i's are dotted, the t's are crossed, and Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates-XRG) is ready to start his pursuit of a fourth Tour de France title in 2025 as the heavy favourite.
Jonas Vingegaard (Vi… [+4600 chars]

World champion 'hopes to live up to expectations' in search of fourth yellow jersey

Cyclingnews.com

'He's the best climber in the world' – Tadej Pogačar praises Tour de France rival Jonas Vingegaard as rivalry enters next chapter - Cyclingnews

By WRAL Sports
The wait is over - the Carolina Hurricanes signed one of the best free agents available in 29-year-old Nikolaj Ehlers to a six-year deal, with an average annual value of $8.5 million … [+1085 chars]

Nikolaj Ehlers and the Hurricanes agreed to a six-year contract with an average annual value of $8.5 million.

WRALSportsFan.com

Canes make splash in free agency, sign Winnipeg vet Nikolaj Ehlers - WRALSportsFan.com

The Steelers signed General Manager Omar Khan to a new three-year contract

Steelers.com

Khan signed to new three-year contract - Steelers.com

The Vegas Golden Knights made the biggest splash of the NHL offseason by acquiring three-time All-Star winger Mitch Marner in a sign-and-trade deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs, but there are reporte… [+2494 chars]

The Vegas Golden Knights made the biggest splash of the NHL offseason by acquiring three-time All-Star winger Mitch Marner in a sign-and-trade deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs, but there are reportedly questions within the league about Vegas' roster construc…

Bleacher Report

Knights' Roster After Mitch Marner Trade Questioned by NHL Insiders in Free Agency - Bleacher Report

If LeBron James could convince the Los Angeles Lakers to buy him out, the Dallas Mavericks would be interested in adding him. 
Appearing on ESPN Radio 710 in Los Angeles, ESPN's Dave McMenamin 
sai… [+2261 chars]

If LeBron James could convince the Los Angeles Lakers to buy him out, the Dallas Mavericks would be interested in adding him.

LeBron James Reportedly Interests Mavs if Contract Bought Out, Not Trade amid Rumors - Bleacher Report

Another day, another gambling scandal.
Thats the recent vibe as it relates to big-time sports and big-time legal problems.
Days after it came to light that Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley is un… [+925 chars]

Cleveland pitcher Luis Ortiz faces MLB gambling inquiry - NBC Sports

The Los Angeles Lakers have finally found their starting center in Deandre Ayton. The former No. 1 overall pick signed with L.A. on a two-year contract as a free agent after being bought out by the P… [+2201 chars]

The Los Angeles Lakers have finally found their starting center in Deandre Ayton. The former No. 1 overall pick signed with L.A. on a two-year contract as a free agent after being bought out by the Portland Trail Blazers. Ayton initially had one year and abou…

LakersNation.com

Deandre Ayton Thanks Trail Blazers & Sends First Message To Lakers Fans - Lakers Nation

Stats AnalysisHe made the highest score by an Indian captain in Tests, as well as the highest by an Indian outside Asia

He made the highest score by an Indian captain in Tests, as well as the highest by an Indian outside Asia