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Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst canvass the league on Game 4 aftermath, Giannis saga updates and more NBA intel.

WASHINGTON — After roughly a year of planning, more than $60 million spent in development costs, some legal drama, and plenty of political chatter, UFC is grappling its Freedom 250 event on the South Lawn of the White House into reality. 
One of the most unique—but also potentially among the most divisive—sports events in modern history is rising mere feet away from the White House as UFC will stage a high-profile fight card Sunday night, headlined by a lightweight title bout between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje.

Hall of Famer Magic Johnson joins Stephen A.

2026 World Cup of Darts Day 2 live results, scores and group stage standings: Belgium’s De Decker and Van den Bergh win, avoid elimination for now originally appeared on The Sporting News.
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The World Cup of Darts resumes on Friday, with 24 group-stage matches across the afternoon and evening sessions in Frankfurt on Day 2.
After the evening session ends, an open draw will take place to determine the round two matchups for the countries that advanced.

Charlie Woods will not be on the bag for golf’s top-ranked junior player at next week’s U.S. Open.
Jacksonville Beach’s Miles Russell announced his swing coach Ramon Bescansa would be his caddy at the 126th U.S. Open next week at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in New York in a teleconference on Friday, June 12
Russell, the No. 1 junior golfer in the AJGA Rolex Rankings, survived a 3-for-2 sudden death playoff to qualify on “Golf’s Longest Day” at BallenIsles Country Club’s East course on June 8 in Palm Beach Gardens.

The 2026 24 Hours of Le Mans takes place this weekend, with Ferrari looking to continue its modern dominance at the world’s most famous endurance race.

This year’s event runs from June 10-14 and serves as the third round of the FIA World Endurance Championship. As usual, Le Mans carries extra weight in the championship, with double points available.

Ferrari arrives as the team to beat after winning the last three editions of the race. Last year, Robert Kubica claimed his first Le Mans victory with AF Corse, sharing the winning Ferrari with Yifei Ye and Phil Hanson.

Padres tabbed as best landing spot for 37-homer Angels outfielder originally appeared on The Sporting News.
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The San Diego Padres‘ offense has been one of the worst in the entirety of Major League Baseball this season. Manny Machado, Jackson Merrill, Fernando Tatis Jr., and Xander Bogaerts have all struggled in 2026.
It’s clear that if this team wants to go on a postseason run, let alone make it there, they need A.J. Preller to swing a trade for some offensive help this summer.

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In a 20-plus-minute video released, Texas Tech officials defended their integrity and reiterated their support for Brendan Sorsby amid widespread criticism from the rest of the Big 12 Conference and other corners of college sports.

Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper is facing two additional charges, including a felony charge of second-degree assault, stemming from his arrest last week, according to court records.

The NFL has concluded its investigation of Kansas City Chiefs defensive backs coach Dave Merritt and found insufficient evidence of a violation of the personal conduct policy, sources told NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo.

Tunisia’s French head coach Sabri Lamouchi (L) applauds as Tunisia’s midfielder #10 Hannibal Mejbri (R) is replaced by Tunisia’s midfielder #15 Hadj Mahmoud (C) during the friendly football match between Austria and Tunisia in Vienna, Austria on June 1, 2026 ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup football tournament. (Photo by Joe Klamar / AFP via Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images
As we continue to look ahead to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, we work our way down the list of potential questions readers may have during the matches.

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In the blink of an eye, Myles Garrett went from being the star of the Cleveland Browns to joining the Super Bowl favorites in Los Angeles. The Ramstraded three draft picks and Jared Verse to the Browns for Garrett, adding him to their already impressive defense.
After the Rams made the deal for Garrett, he flew to Los Angeles to meet his new coaches and be introduced by the team, which was only the start of a wild week. He then hit the field for his first practice of OTAs and threw out the first pitch at the Dodgers game last Friday.

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The Los Angeles Lakers may have to pay Austin Reaves like a star because the Brooklyn Nets are reportedly ready to test their resolve.
Austin Reaves is set to hit free agency after the best season of his career, and the Lakers cannot treat him like a bargain find anymore.
He is now one of the most sought-after players on the market, and the price tag could soar quickly.
Brooklyn Nets ready to try and steal Austin Reaves from the Lakers
According to The Athletic, the Nets are expected to be serious players for Reaves.

Let’s preface this by saying that we’re in OTAs, and it’s never worth freaking out about what happens in OTAs — but we can still laugh at comically bad plays that happen. Shedeur Sanders gave us one of the worst passes you’ll ever see in Browns’ training yesterday, when he seemingly forgot that defensive lineman Mike Hall even existed.

Mike Hall bats down Shedeur Sanders pass. Hall held his arm up and Shedeur threw right into it. #browns pic.twitter.

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Zohran Mamdani has named Bukayo Saka as his player to watch at the 2026 World Cup, pointing to the Arsenal winger’s character, development, and resilience.
The New York City mayor and Arsenal supporter spoke about Saka in a Men in Blazers social clip ahead of the tournament.
His comments placed Saka’s Arsenal journey at the centre of why he believes the England international is worth following closely.

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England will kick off their 2026 World Cup campaign against Croatia on Wednesday, 17 June at 21:00 BST in Dallas.
Thomas Tuchel’s side face their fellow Europeans in a repeat of the 2018 semi-final between the two nations, which Croatia won 2-1 in Moscow.
It is the first of England’s three matches in Group L. Ghana and Panama are the other two nations in their group.
You will be able to listen to live radio commentary via BBC Radio 5 Live online and via the BBC Sounds app.
You can also follow live text commentary during the match on the BBC Sport website and app.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves could be looking to add another star this summer after a season that highlighted the need for more help around Anthony Edwards.
The Wolves had a solid year overall, but fell short of expectations, losing to the San Antonio Spurs in the second round after back-to-back trips to the Western Conference Finals.
With roster injuries piling up late in the season, Tim Connelly appears to be exploring ways to find Edwards a more reliable scoring partner.

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – JUNE 11: Chicago Sky guard Sydney Taylor (12) drives to the basket and goes up with her shot in the second half of play during a WNBA game between the Chicago Sky and the Indiana Fever on June 11, 2025, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN. (Photo by Jeffrey Brown/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
Sydney Taylor went undrafted after a standout collegiate career that included stops at UMass and Louisville.

NBA analysts John Gonzalez and Noah Buono are L

CHESTER, PA – NOVEMBER 15: United States midfielder Brenden Aaronson #11 dribbles the ball during the international friendly match between Paraguay Men’s national team and the United States of America Men’s national team on November 15th, 2025 at Subaru Park in Chester, PA. (Photo by Terence Lewis/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
Success has been present, but often fleeting for the United States Men’s National Team when it comes to the World Cup.

WASHINGTON – To Daniel Cormier, there’s nothing like a Conor McGregor fight week.
McGregor (22-6 MMA, 10-4 UFC) returns from a five-year-long layoff to rematch Max Holloway (27-9 MMA, 23-9 UFC) in the UFC 329 main event on July 11 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas (Paramount+).
Cormier will commentate Sunday’s UFC Freedom 250 (Paramount+) event at the White House in Washington, which is expected to draw historic viewership numbers for the promotion. However, McGregor making his highly-anticipated comeback is a different kind of feeling, said Cormier.

Clubs believe Brighton and Hove Albion’s Jan Paul van Hecke will join Tottenham Hotspur

Tottenham Hotspur have been handed a huge boost in their pursuit of Brighton and Hove Albion centre-back Jan Paul van Hecke. The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium club want to strengthen at the back and the 26-year-old Netherlands international is on their radar. Interest from other clubs in the player has cooled because of the belief he will join Spurs, according to The Telegraph.

The Stanley Cup Finals have been full of emotion and among the most entertaining championships in sports. Vegas versus Carolina has been extremely exciting with back-and-forth action, but where does it rank amongst the last 10 finals?
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Jun 11, 2017; Nashville, TN, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) skates with the Stanley Cup after defeating the Nashville Predators in game six of the 2017 Stanley Cup Final at Bridgestone Arena.

Former Lioness Jill Scott is running and cycling 388 miles (624km) from Wembley Stadium in London to Sunderland’s Stadium of Light
She has visited places which helped shape her career including Birmingham, Liverpool and Manchester
She started her gruelling journey in London on Monday and is due to finish in Sunderland on Friday
At least half of the funds will support local Sport for Change projects while the rest will fund Comic Relief’s wider work

Jill Scott on final stretch of gruelling 388-mile challenge attempt for Sport Relief

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Mandarin forward Robert Calazans is completing his high school career with one of Florida’s top soccer honors.
The Mustangs’ senior was named June 12 as winner of the Gatorade Florida Player of the Year award, after leading Mandarin to the Florida High School Athletic Association boys soccer final.
Calazans scored 33 goals and 14 assists on the year for the Mustangs, leading Northeast Florida in scoring, while excelling in both attacking midfield and wide forward roles. He recorded 66 goals and 32 assists during his four-year high school career with the Mustangs.

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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JANUARY 25: Jaxon Smith-Njigba #11 of the Seattle Seahawks pulls in a one handed catch in front of Cobie Durant #14 of the Los Angeles Rams during the first quarter in the NFC Championship game at Lumen Field on January 25, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images) | Getty Images
We often hear the term “explosive plays” used on NFL broadcasts and in coverage of the league. It’s a really important stat, they say, but it’s often really confusing.

DUBLIN, OHIO – JUNE 04: Jason Day of Australia watches his shot from the second tee during the first round of the the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday 2026 at Muirfield Village Golf Club on June 04, 2026 in Dublin, Ohio. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images) | Getty Images
You have to visualize success on the golf course. Everybody knows that.
Jason Day is one of the best golfers in the world and has a rhythm and routine to what he does week in and week out. It is fair to say that it has been working out for him up until this point.

Troy University players hoist their Super Regional Championship trophy and their “ticket” to the College World Series after defeating Arkansas Little Rock during game two of their NCAA Baseball Super Regional on the Troy University campus in Troy, Ala., on Saturday June 6, 2026. | Mickey Welsh / Advertiser / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
Eight teams have arrived in Omaha chasing one dream.
An NCAA baseball championship.
The Men’s College World Series begins today in Omaha, with a completely new set of teams from last year’s edition.

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Just over a year ago, Celtic launched their season ticket campaign for the 2025-26 season under the tagline ‘Back For The Future’.
It was a clever nod to the return of familiar faces, with manager Brendan Rodgers joined by fan favourites Kieran Tierney and Jota, all embarking on second spells at the club.
As it turns out, however, the marketing team may have been about 12 months ahead of schedule.

Milan have agreement with Glasner, Amorim is Ibrahimovic’s candidate – report
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Oliver Glasner has reached an agreement with Milan, but the Rossoneri’s search for a new coach continues and includes ex-Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim, who is backed by Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
Milan are still looking for a replacement for Massimiliano Allegri, and even if ex-Crystal Palace boss Glasner remains their primary option, talks have also been held with other candidates.

‘We got some things wrong’ – Bellingham says there are lessons to be learned from Euro 2024 for England
England midfielder Jude Bellingham says he thinks the team “got some things wrong” at Euro 2024.
The Three Lions reached the final of the competition, where they were beaten by Spain, but reflecting on the previous international tournament, ahead of this World Cup, Bellingham says there are lessons to be learned.
“At the Euros we got some things a little bit wrong off the pitch,” he said on England’s Lions’ Den show.

Concurrently, a fascinating situation nearly materialized just up the Atlantic coast. The Brooklyn Nets were closer than anyone publicly realized to finalizing a mega-deal last season, having established a firm trade framework with Milwaukee to land the Greek Freak in the Barclays Center. However, internal momentum ultimately stalled due to lingering organizational concerns regarding the unique logistical and roster realities of bringing in Giannis alongside his brothers.

But Pat Riley and the Heat aren’t just watching defensively—they are actively plotting an aggressive counter-offensive. According to internal league sources, if a deal can be struck to bring the Greek Freak to South Beach, Giannis would sign an extension instantaneously with the Heat. He views Miami’s culture as a pristine tactical fit capable of extending his championship window indefinitely. To weaponize this pursuit, Miami is quietly evaluating who they can liquidate to assemble the ultimate asset puzzle.

BARCELONA, SPAIN – JUNE 11: Pierre Gasly of France and Alpine F1 Team dribbles a football in the paddock during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Barcelona-Catalunya at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on June 11, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Kym Illman/Getty Images) | Getty Images
Alpine’s Right of Review of Pierre Gasly’s penalties at the Monaco Grand Prix has been granted, reinstating the veteran driver to a P3 podium finish nearly a week after the race.

What channel is the World Cup on in Canada? Complete TV schedule to watch 2026 matches on TSN originally appeared on The Sporting News.
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The biggest World Cup to ever take place sees 48 nations battling to be crowned the best international team in world soccer.
They’ll be 104 matches taking place across the USA, Canada and Mexico as the co-hosts aim to put on a true spectacle that’ll culminate with the winner being crowned on July 19.

Former Toronto Maple Leafs winger and current NHL analyst Jay Rosehill drew criticism from fans Thursday night after commenting on Mitch Marner‘s performance following the Vegas Golden Knights‘ 4-2 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 5 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final.
Shortly after the defeat, Rosehill posted on X, saying, “Anyone notice Marner tonight? Was it a game 5-7 or something?”
The remark immediately led to debate online, with many fans viewing it as an unfair reference to Marner’s playoff struggles during his years in Toronto.

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David Coulthard has dismissed suggestions that he’s been unfairly harsh on Lewis Hamilton, insisting he’s simply offering his perspective.
During a rocky debut season with Ferrari, Hamilton faced plenty of backlash over how he was handling the transition.
Looking ahead to his time with Ferrari, Hamilton had hoped to build a legacy similar to Michael Schumacher’s. He wanted to feel the same admiration from fans that Schumacher enjoyed during his career.

MONTMELO, Spain (AP) — Alpine driver Pierre Gasly’s third-place finish at the Monaco Grand Prix was reinstated Friday after racing officials accepted an appeal filed by the Formula 1 team.
Gasly finished the Monaco race third but was demoted to seventh place after race officials handed him two five-second penalties for allegedly going too fast in the pitlane.
Alpine immediately appealed the ruling, and the FIA found that the timekeepers had erred in clocking his car’s speed.

Barcelona refuse to give up on dream signing despite major obstacles

Barcelona’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez remains alive despite a series of complications that have threatened to derail one of the club’s most ambitious transfer operations.

According to MARCA, the Catalan giants have not lost faith in their chances of signing the Atletico Madrid forward and continue to view him as the ideal player to lead the next phase of the project.

The New York Knicks managed to pull off the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history during Game 4 or their series against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night. Initially trailing by 29 points at the half, the team came back to win 107-106 thanks to a near-buzzer beater scored by OG Anunoby. The series, now 3-1, heads back to San Antonio for Game 5.
The New York Knicks vs. San Antonio Spurs Game 5 is this Saturday, June 13 at 8:30 p.m. ET and airs on ABC.