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May 04 2026SPORTS

Jaylen Clark: From Riverside Courts to NBA Defense

Born on October 13, 2001, in Riverside, California, Jaylen Clark grew up amid the vibrant sports scene of the Inland Empire. His family background is a mix of African American heritage and strong community ties, with parents Cornelius and Denita fostering both athletic ambition and a solid work ethi

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May 03 2026SPORTS

Why the Timberwolves Still Have a Shot Against San Antonio

The Timberwolves aren’t exactly the favorites in their latest playoff series against the Spurs. In fact, they’re big underdogs—so big that sportsbooks hardly give them a chance to even make the next round. Minnesota is missing two key players, including star Anthony Edwards, who’s still recovering f

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May 01 2026SPORTS

Prime Video Teams Up With Duke for Big‑Game Streaming

Amazon’s Prime Video is stepping into the world of college basketball by signing a multi‑year deal with Duke University. The agreement will bring three high‑profile neutral‑site games each season to the streaming platform, marking Prime Video’s first foray into college sports after previously airing

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Apr 29 2026SPORTS

Expanding March Madness: What a 76‑Team Bracket Means

The NCAA is set to grow its basketball tournaments from 68 to 76 teams next year, a move that will reshape the classic bracket and add new games before the main action starts. The change has been on the table for four years, with conference leaders and coaches pushing for more spots while critics wo

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Apr 29 2026SPORTS

Kansas Wins Top High‑School Star

The 2026 class’s leading recruit, Tyran Stokes, has chosen the University of Kansas. Standing 6‑foot‑7 and a five‑star forward from Rainier Beach in Washington, Stokes turned down offers from Kentucky, Oregon and several other schools before signing with Coach Bill Self. Kansas now has five to

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Apr 29 2026SPORTS

When sports betting rules get broken, the fallout affects everyone

Two former Fordham basketball players now face permanent exclusion from college sports after an investigation linked them to a betting scandal. Elijah Gray and Will Richardson were found to have talked about throwing a game for cash, though only Gray admitted some involvement. The NCAA stepped in af

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Apr 27 2026SPORTS

A Mixed‑Heritage Star: The Real Story Behind Karl‑Anthony Towns

Karl‑Anthony Towns grew up in Edison, New Jersey, but his roots reach far beyond the state lines. His mother was Dominican and his father African‑American, a blend that has shaped every choice he makes on and off the hardwood. From an early age, Towns knew that his family history mattered more th

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Apr 26 2026SPORTS

NBA Playoff Action Heats Up With Key Games This Weekend

Saturday brings a mix of must-watch matchups and surprising underdog stories in the NBA playoffs. The Detroit Pistons and Orlando Magic face off again in Game 3, with Detroit hoping to regain home-court advantage after splitting the first two games. Meanwhile, the Oklahoma City Thunder aim to sweep

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Apr 25 2026SPORTS

Georgetown High’s Future Stars Head to College Sports

The Bulldogs’ senior class, led by coach Jordan Portee, had a standout year even though they fell short of the state title. They reached a peak ranking of fifth in the Class 3A poll, showing strong performance on the court. What truly set this group apart was that every starting player is moving on

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Apr 25 2026SPORTS

Deni Avdija: A Mixed‑Heritage Journey to the NBA

Born in 2001, Deni Avdija grew up on a kibbutz before moving to Herzliya, where he learned discipline and independence. Though his passport says Israeli, his father also holds Serbian citizenship, giving him a dual national identity that shows up in how he talks about his roots. As a child, Deni

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