Updated 2026 NBA mock draft: Who's rising and falling ahead of March Madness?
Who's rising and falling in Jeremy Woo's updated 2026 NBA mock draft ahead of March Madness?
Editorial Staff Mar 12
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Tracking NFL free agency: Updates on re-signings, trades, cuts and rumors
NFL free agency opens with the legal negotiating window at noon ET Monday. Here's the latest intel.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: Can the Knicks get Towns, Brunson on track? Five issues they need to solve -- fast
Strategic angle: The Knicks are 42-25 and third in the Eastern Conference, but they have a few problems to solve if they want to make a deep playoff run.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: Verstappen wishes F1 was 'more fun' but hopeful of change
Strategic angle: Max Verstappen expresses a desire for a more enjoyable F1 experience while remaining optimistic about upcoming changes in the sport.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: WNBPA 'feeling movement' after latest CBA talks
Strategic angle: Union president Nneka Ogwumike voiced optimism following back-to-back days of prolonged negotiations with the WNBA.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: Cowboys trade DT Odighizuwa to 49ers for pick
Strategic angle: The Cowboys traded defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa to the 49ers in exchange for a 2026 third-round draft pick.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: Ravens GM 'gutted' that Crosby deal fell through
Strategic angle: Ravens GM Eric DeCosta expressed his disappointment over the rescinded trade for Maxx Crosby, stating, "Nobody's more upset about this than me."
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: Champions League: PSG pull away late to beat Chelsea (5-2)
Strategic angle: PSG secures a crucial victory over Chelsea, scoring three late goals to edge closer to the Champions League quarter-finals.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: Big Ten asks NCAA to pause tampering inquiries
Strategic angle: The Big Ten sent a letter to the NCAA asking the organization to suspend investigations and enforcement related to tampering, and modernize its rules.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: PSG hit Chelsea for five in Champions League last-16 first leg
Strategic angle: PSG secured a brilliant 5–2 victory over Chelsea, establishing a substantial advantage in the Champions League round of 16.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: NBA Power Rankings: Thunder, Spurs rule the West, Celtics rise
Strategic angle: The NBA playoffs are near. Which teams are best positioned for the homestretch of the regular season?
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: How the schedule could impact three key NBA playoff races
Strategic angle: With so many teams tanking, some playoff-bound teams could capitalize on easy schedules down the stretch.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: Hurley out after 11 seasons at Arizona State
Strategic angle: Arizona State will not renew the contract of men's basketball coach Bobby Hurley following a disappointing tournament exit.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: Valverde's hat trick dazzles as Madrid dump City
Strategic angle: Federico Valverde's stellar first-half hat trick was the catalyst as Real Madrid eased past Manchester City 3-0 in the first leg of their Champions League round-of-16 match on Wednesday.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Court filing: Jackson feared Pearce 'will kill me'
Strategic angle: WNBA player Rickea Jackson filed a petition for protection against her ex-boyfriend, Falcons LB James Pearce Jr., citing fears for her life.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Ex-Fins OLB Chubb gets 3-year deal with Bills
Strategic angle: Pass rusher Bradley Chubb reached agreement on a three-year, $43.5 million deal worth up to $52.5 million that includes $29 million guaranteed with the Bills.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Celtics' Brown ejected, then takes to social media
Strategic angle: Celtics guard Jaylen Brown was ejected in the second quarter of Tuesday's matchup at the Spurs after officials whistled him for back-to-back technical fouls.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Sources: Doncic in custody battle for daughters
Strategic angle: Lakers star Luka Dončić has separated from his fiancée and is in a custody battle over their two daughters.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Warriors' Curry out 10 more days with knee issue
Strategic angle: The Golden State Warriors have ruled out star guard Stephen Curry for another 10 days with a persistent right knee issue.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Chargers reach deal to keep versatile OL Pipkins
Strategic angle: The Chargers are bringing back veteran offensive lineman Trey Pipkins III on a two-year, $10 million deal, a source told ESPN on Tuesday.
Editorial Staff Mar 11