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    U.S. Open Qualifying Sends High School Stars to Shinnecock
    Miles Russell and Giuseppe Puebla, both 17, earned spots Monday.
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    Ticket Prices for Game 4 at MSG Drop Following Knicks Loss
    Ticket demand falls sharply for Wednesday’s Game 4.
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    Josh Allen Tops NFLPA’s Top-50 Player Sales List
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    NFL Faces Renewed Congressional Attack Over Media Pricing, Access
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    Iranian Federation Says World Cup Tickets Pulled
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    Game 3 Tips at MSG Without Incident Despite Heavy Security
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    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
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    Trump, Stephen A. Smith Escalate NBA Finals–Fueled Feud
    Trump questioned if Smith has the IQ required to run for president.
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    Big Ten, SEC Schools Call for Texas Tech Boycott After Sorsby Ruling
    Georgia and Nebraska have already decided to boycott Texas Tech.
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    Two More Elite Sprinters Sue Puma Over Shoe Injuries
    Sprinters Champion Allison and Damion Thomas Jr. both sued Puma.
    Mar 15, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; FS1 announcer Jason Benetti during the game between the Colorado Buffaloes and the Washington State Cougars at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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    How NBC’s Jason Benetti Learned to Trust His Dry Wit
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    How Sports Became Ground Zero for AI Slop
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    Landon Donovan: What Soccer in America Still Needs
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    U.S. Investors Target Wrexham-Style Turnaround with Italian Club
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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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    How Much Money Will the Knicks Make From Their Finals Run?
    Finals games alone could be worth $20 million each.

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    Saudi Arabia’s Sela Sues Fanatics Studios Over Flag Football Event
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    ESPN Evaluating AI Promos After Tony Parker Backlash
    The network says it used AI for portraits of Parker and others.
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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.
    May 19, 2023; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Mystics forward Elena Delle Donne (11) talks with New York Liberty forward Breanna Stewart (30) prior to the opening tip-off at Entertainment & Sports Arena.
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    May 29, 2026

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    ‘Weird Corners of the World’: How to Find a World Cup Coach
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    The Elite High Schools Hosting World Cup Teams
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    How Arsenal Fandom Went ‘Manic’
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    May 23, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Fans participate in a tarp off during a MLB game between the Los Angeles Angels and the Texas Rangers at Angel Stadium
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    ‘Tarps Off’: How Shirtless Fans Took Over MLB
    The viral movement began with the SFA club baseball team.

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    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
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    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.
    Mar 15, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; FS1 announcer Jason Benetti during the game between the Colorado Buffaloes and the Washington State Cougars at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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    How NBC’s Jason Benetti Learned to Trust His Dry Wit
    Benetti is in his first season as NBC’s lead baseball announcer.
    June 8, 2026

    NBA, NHL Title Series Continue Delivering Big Audiences for ABC
    The NHL is continuing its television audience growth wave.
    Jun 2, 2012; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker (9) brings the ball up-court against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half in game four of the Western Conference finals of the 2012 NBA playoffs at Chesapeake Energy Arena.
    June 8, 2026

    ESPN Ends NBA Finals AI Graphics After Viral Tony Parker Image
    Online outrage surfaced after ABC aired an AI-generated image of Tony Parker.
    Jun 4, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Texas Longhorns players and coaches pose for a group photo after defeating the Texas Tech Red Raiders to win the NCAA WomenÕs College World Series championship series at Devon Park.
    June 8, 2026

    WCWS Finals Break Viewership Records
    Game 2 of the WCWS finals averaged 2.5 million viewers on ESPN.
    Jun 3, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) dribbles the ball past San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) in the first half during game one of the 2026 NBA Finals at Frost Bank Center.
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    NBA Finals Game 1 Viewership Is Highest Since 2019
    Game 3 between the Knicks and Spurs is Monday.
    Apr 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; ESPN analysts Richard Jefferson (left) and Tim Legler (center) and play-by-play announcer Mike Breen during game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Houston Rockets at Crypto.com Arena.
    June 5, 2026

    ESPN’s Tim Legler: ‘I Don’t Think About Coaching Anymore’
    Legler is making his NBA Finals broadcasting debut.

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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.
    Oct 26, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier (2) drives the baseline against the Charlotte Hornets during the first quarter at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Nell Redmond-Imagn Images
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    Terry Rozier Rips Ruling That Blocked Most of $26.6M Deal
    The former Heat guard says release conditions jeopardize his NBA future.

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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.
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    Wasserman Buyers Narrow as PE Conflicts Sideline Major Firms
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    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.
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    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.
    June 7, 2026

    Knicks Ticket Prices Dip as Josh Hart Laments ‘Ridiculous’ Costs
    Prices are down from a high over $11,000.
    June 6, 2026

    NBA Finals Game 4 Tickets Hit $15K After Knicks Go Up 2-0
    The ticket resale market surges again after the Knicks claim another win.
    June 4, 2026

    How Much Money Will the Knicks Make From Their Finals Run?
    Finals games alone could be worth $20 million each.
    June 3, 2026

    How the NBA’s Perpetual Doormat Set Up the Finals
    The Kings gave the Knicks a coach, and the Spurs a star.

    Leagues
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    U.S. Open Qualifying Sends High School Stars to Shinnecock
    Miles Russell and Giuseppe Puebla, both 17, earned spots Monday.
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    The Unwritten Rules of Madison Square Garden’s Celebrity Row
    The best seats in the house come with unspoken expectations.
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    Knicks NBA Finals Ticket Prices Plunge Ahead of Trump’s MSG Visit
    Get-in prices for Monday’s Game 3 plummet by more than half.
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    UFC Freedom 250 at White House Faces Last-Minute Legal Threat
    The newly filed lawsuit alleges several breaches of required protocols.
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    Nelly Korda Nears No. 1 on LPGA Money List With $2.5M Payday
    Korda has made $5.4 million on the golf course this season.
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    June 7, 2026

    LIV May Not Have Funding to Last Entire Season: Sources
    The league has 47 days before its next scheduled tournament.
    June 6, 2026

    Mirra Andreeva Wins First Grand Slam at French Open
    Andreeva defeated underdog Maja Chwalińska in two sets during the final.

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