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    One Year After House Settlement, NIL Enforcement Is Still Muddled
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    Knicks-Spurs Finals Is Showing the NBA at Its Best
    A 29-point comeback and record ratings have the sports world buzzing.
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    NFLPA Calls Out Owners As Stadiums Swap Turf for World Cup Grass
    Eleven NFL venues will host matches during the World Cup.
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    Landon Donovan: NWSL Is ‘Best Investment in Sports’
    The former USMNT pointed to the USWNT’s success as proof.
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    New Chiefs Stadium Will Star Mahomes Under Reworked Contract
    The star quarterback is set to play at least three years in the new venue.
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    Canady Seeking ‘Fair and Equitable Contract’ in AUSL Holdout
    Canady is taking a big pay cut from her Texas Tech deal.
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    After a Rocky Buildup, the World Cup Is Finally Here
    It’s the largest in tournament history, with 48 teams and 104 matches.
    In this photo illustration, a mobile device displays the Kalshi logo while a laptop displays the webpage of the prediction market platform in Copenhagen, Denmark, on February 10, 2026. (Photo by Kristian Tuxen Ladegaard Berg/NurPhoto)
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    CFTC’s Proposed Rules Won’t Quiet Prediction-Market Critics
    Markets tied to physical altercations or referee decisions would be flagged.
    June 10, 2026; Greensboro, North Carolina, U.S.; Norway's Erling Haaland during training.
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    World Cup Ticket Prices Remain Stubbornly High As Games Begin
    Average get-in resale prices are rising in every group-stage location.
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    Wimbledon Increases Purse by 20%, Remains Short of Player Demands
    Players are seeking 22% of revenue at Grand Slams by 2030.
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    Knicks Are 1 Win From Title After Historic Comeback
    It was the largest comeback in an NBA Finals game ever.
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    The city’s 24/7 business culture has slowed during the NBA Finals.
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    How the Premier League is Rewiring Fan Engagement With AI
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    Landon Donovan discusses investment opportunities with the NWSL.
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    Landon Donovan: NWSL Is ‘Best Investment in Sports’
    The former USMNT pointed to the USWNT’s success as proof.
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    U.S. Investors Target Wrexham-Style Turnaround With Italian Club
    The deal is expected to close this month.
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    Tottenham Boardroom Rivalry Ends With Former Chairman’s Exit
    Spurs say they “don’t know anything about” the deal.
    Dec 20, 2025; Oxford, MS, USA; Eli Manning former Mississippi Rebels quarterback and NFL star visits the field prior to a game against the Tulane Green Wave at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium.
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    Not ‘About Raising Prices’: Eli Manning Invests in Youth Sports
    Manning discussed the Knicks’ playoff run and the Giants’ new coach.

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    No White House Invite Yet for NWSL Champion Gotham FC
    The club was the first NWSL team to visit, in 2024.
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    Saudi Arabia’s Sela Sues Fanatics Studios Over Flag Football Event
    The suit currently remains under seal.
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    U.S. Investors Target Wrexham-Style Turnaround With Italian Club
    The deal is expected to close this month.
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    LIV May Not Have Funding to Last Entire Season: Sources
    The league has 47 days before its next scheduled tournament.
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    June 4, 2026

    ESPN Evaluating AI Promos After Tony Parker Backlash
    The network says it used AI for portraits of Parker and others.
    Lee Corso puts on the Brutus helmet as he makes his final pick between Kirk Herbstreit and Pat McAfee prior to the NCAA football game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Texas Longhorns at Ohio Stadium on Aug. 30, 2025.
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    June 1, 2026

    Pat McAfee in Early Extension Talks With ESPN
    McAfee’s current five-year deal with ESPN isn’t up until 2028.
    Jan 4, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Russell Wilson (3) waves to fans after the game against the Dallas Cowboys at MetLife Stadium.
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    June 1, 2026

    Russell Wilson Expected to Join CBS NFL Studio
    Wilson’s NFL career included 10 Pro Bowl selections and a Super Bowl championship.
    Aug 17, 2025; Harrison, New Jersey, USA; A general view shows Sports Illustrated Stadium and Gotham FC logos before the game between Gotham FC and the Houston Dash.
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    May 29, 2026

    Several Longtime Writers Laid Off at Sports Illustrated
    Writers Greg Bishop and Michael Rosenberg were laid off in a round of cuts on Friday.

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    How Sports Became Ground Zero for AI Slop
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    FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup - UEFA Qualifiers - Group A - Germany v Luxembourg - Rhein-Neckar-Arena, Sinsheim, Germany - October 10, 2025 Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann
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    ‘Weird Corners of the World’: How to Find a World Cup Coach
    National associations look for a winning record—and also hope for serendipity.
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    The Elite High Schools Hosting World Cup Teams
    Spain, Morocco, Croatia, and Switzerland chose schools as their tournament base camps.
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    How Arsenal Fandom Went ‘Manic’
    “People do not become Arsenal fans because it’s easy,” says Zohran Mamdani.

    Media
    Jun 8, 2026; New York, New York, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) shoots the ball as New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) defends during game three of the 2026 NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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    NBA Finals Game 3 Draws 23.8M Viewers, Most Since 2017
    Game 3 marked the most-watched TV program since the Super Bowl.
    FILE PHOTO: U.S. House Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Jamie Raskin (D-MD) speaks at a House Judiciary Committee hearing on "Oversight of the Department of Homeland Security" on the day U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem testifies, on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 4, 2026.
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    Lawmakers Pressure NFL Over Cost of Games at House Hearing
    Lawmakers again examine the league’s impacts upon consumers.
    Jun 5, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Stephen A. Smith looks on before the game between the San Antonio Spurs and the New York Knicks in game two of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
    June 10, 2026

    Will Trump Feud Reignite Stephen A. Smith’s Presidential Ambitions?
    Trump and Smith have exchanged public insults in recent days.
    June 9, 2026

    Knicks-Spurs Game 2 Notches Another Viewership Win for ABC
    The latest viewership figure extended a heady run for Disney.
    Jun 8, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Television analyst and hall of fame basketball player Shaquille O'Neal walks on the court before game three of the 2026 NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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    June 9, 2026

    Shaquille O’Neal Shines During ‘Inside the NBA’ Finals Debut
    The Diesel praised the Spurs’ physical play in Game 3.
    Apr 21, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) looks on from the court in the second half of game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
    June 9, 2026

    Yahoo Sports Syndicates False Kevin Durant Trade Story
    As of Tuesday, Durant remains a member of the Rockets.
    Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; NBA analyst for ESPN,Stephen A. Smith before game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
    June 9, 2026

    Trump, Stephen A. Smith Escalate NBA Finals–Fueled Feud
    Trump questioned if Smith has the IQ required to run for president.
    June 9, 2026

    NFL Faces Renewed Congressional Attack Over Media Pricing, Access
    Federal scrutiny rises further around the league’s media policies.

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    DOJ Pushes Back on Legal Fight to Halt UFC White House Event
    The government highlights what it sees as a “starkly mismatched balance of harms.”
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    Two More Elite Sprinters Sue Puma Over Shoe Injuries
    Sprinters Champion Allison and Damion Thomas Jr. both sued Puma.
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    Saudi Arabia’s Sela Sues Fanatics Studios Over Flag Football Event
    The suit currently remains under seal.
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    Vince McMahon Cuts Last-Minute Deal in Suit Seeking Misconduct Docs
    The trial was set to begin Monday.

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    Tottenham Boardroom Rivalry Ends With Former Chairman’s Exit
    Spurs say they “don’t know anything about” the deal.
    Charlie Pliner and Nikolas Rohrmann
    May 22, 2026

    How 2 Brown Undergrads Became Sports Dealmakers
    An experimental project turned into a permanent course and business deal network.
    Casey Wasserman, Chairperson and President of LA28, during the media conference celebrating the 1000-day countdown to LA28 at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, Monday, Oct. 20, 2025.
    May 8, 2026

    Wasserman Buyers Narrow as PE Conflicts Sideline Major Firms
    Private-equity firm TA Associates has removed itself from the running.
    April 23, 2026

    Want to Own a 100-Year-Old Austrian Soccer Team for $500?
    Vestible’s first team is Kapfenberger SV 1919.

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    Knicks Are 1 Win From Title After Historic Comeback
    It was the largest comeback in an NBA Finals game ever.
    June 10, 2026

    From Angel Reese to ‘Loser Mentality,’ Sky Tumult Continues
    Reese and the Atlanta Dream are 8–3.
    Soccer Football - LaLiga - Osasuna v Atletico Madrid - El Sadar Stadium, Pamplona, Spain - May 12, 2026 Atletico Madrid's Alexander Sorloth in action with Osasuna's Valentin Rosier
    June 10, 2026

    What Really Happened With the Spanish Soccer Team and Kalshi
    The club said it wanted to clear up its actions after “recent reports.”
    June 10, 2026

    Pritzker to Bears: Win Over Lawmakers, Get a Special Session
    The Illinois governor holds the Bears responsible for prior legislative failures.
    Jun 8, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) shoots against San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) in the third quarter during game three of the 2026 NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden.
    June 9, 2026

    Ticket Prices for Game 4 at MSG Drop Following Knicks Loss
    Ticket demand falls sharply for Wednesday’s Game 4.
    Jun 5, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; The New York Knicks fans celebrate after the Knicks defeat the San Antonio Spurs in game two of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center.
    June 8, 2026

    Knicks Merch Sellers Struggle to Keep Up With Demand
    “The hardest part is not keeping all the good vintage Knicks stuff for myself.”
    Apr 28, 2026; New York, New York, USA; General view of Madison Square Garden as fans wave their rally towels during the first quarter of game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs between the New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawk
    June 8, 2026

    The Knicks Fans Turning Down $25K to Keep Finals Tickets
    “I don’t think I’d forgive myself if I sold and didn’t go.”
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    June 7, 2026

    U.S. Investors Target Wrexham-Style Turnaround With Italian Club
    The deal is expected to close this month.

    Leagues
    Jun 10, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) makes a game-winning tip shot against San Antonio Spurs guards Dylan Harper (2) and Devin Vassell (24) during game four of the 2026 NBA Finals in the final second of the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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    Knicks-Spurs Finals Is Showing the NBA at Its Best
    A 29-point comeback and record ratings have the sports world buzzing.
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    Landon Donovan: NWSL Is ‘Best Investment in Sports’
    The former USMNT pointed to the USWNT’s success as proof.
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    NiJaree Canady Remains Unsigned With AUSL Season Underway
    Canady was the No. 2 pick in the 2026 AUSL Draft.
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    Why WNBA Expansion Teams Are Surprising the League Again
    The Fire and Tempo are much better than expected.
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    LIV CEO Won’t Guarantee Final 4 Events of 2026 Season Happen
    The PIF in April said it would fund LIV through this season.
    June 9, 2026

    U.S. Open Qualifying Sends High School Stars to Shinnecock
    Miles Russell and Giuseppe Puebla, both 17, earned spots Monday.
    Apr 28, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Left to right: Tina Fey and Timothee Chalamet and Kylie Jenner and Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor sit court side during the first quarter of game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs between the New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
    June 8, 2026

    The Unwritten Rules of Madison Square Garden’s Celebrity Row
    The best seats in the house come with unspoken expectations.

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