HEAT CHECK

LeBron to Vogel: Not just next team

After advancing to the conference semis, Frank Vogel referred to the Heat as the next team in their championship run, a comment LeBron James took umbrage with. 

OUT OF LINE?

Beal: Derrick Rose is scared

Bradley Beal may have only been a rookie this year, but he called out veteran star Derrick Rose for sitting the year with his injury. 

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TWO OF THE GREATS

Kobe responds to Phil's comparison

Kobe Bryant tweeted a response to Phil Jackson comparing him with Michael Jordan in his upcoming book. See what he said.

STICKING AROUND

Presti: Thunder not amnestying Perk

Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti says the team is not planning to amnesty center Kendrick Perkins despite his big salary.

CANTON BOUND?

Bush: Stafford can be a Hall of Famer

Reggie Bush joined the Lions this offseason, and he is already complimentary of his new quarterback, Matthew Stafford.

WIRE TO WIRE

Oxbow upsets Orb at Preakness

Oxbow upset Orb to win the 138th Preakness Stakes, ending Orb's bid to win the Triple Crown. Watch a replay of the race.

MONEY TALKS

Sharks fined $100k for GM comments

The San Jose Sharks were fined the huge sum of $100,000 for GM Doug Wilson's comments on the Raffi Torres suspension. What did he say?

DON'T ASK, DON'T TELL?

Griner: Baylor told me to keep quiet about sexuality

Former Baylor Bears star Brittney Griner recently revealed that while playing for the school, she was told to keep her sexuality under wraps.

ROAD TO RIO?

Coach K to return for 2016 Olympics?

After leading Team USA to win gold at the 2012 London Games, Duke's Coach K announced he was stepping down from coaching the team. Now, however, he says he may have changed his mind.

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REACHING OUT

Ex-teammate says Young wants help

Lions linebacker Stephen Tulloch says he was recently in contact with his old teammate, Titus Young, and Young acknowledged his mental disorder and need for help.

CAUSE FOR CONCERN?

Ex-fiancee says Williams 'suicidal'

Mario Williams filed a lawsuit to recover an engagement ring given to his ex-fiancee, who's now brought up possible mental health issues concerning the former no. 1 pick.

SPOILING THE FUN

NCAA: Ware can't receive gifts

Fans have been sending letters and gifts to Louisville guard Kevin Ware after his horrific injury during March's tournament. However, even items such as dog toys aren't acceptable to the NCAA. Find out why.

TALK TO ME

Prospect wouldn't give Spurs his phone number

An NBA Draft prospect reportedly would not give the Spurs his phone number. Find out why.

THE CONSEQUENCES

Diaz fined, suspended for slur

Nate Diaz was fined and suspended for using a gay slur in a tweet directed at another fighter. Read more about what he did.

GREAT TIMING

Raisman drug tested on set

Gymnast Aly Raisman says she was drug tested while preparing for the finale of "Dancing With the Stars." Read more about the story.

KICK IT OLD SCHOOL

Report: Charlotte to become Hornets

A report says the Charlotte Bobcats are in the process of going back to the Charlotte Hornets name. The Hornets' change helped their effort.

OPERATING TABLE

Gronk could need back surgery

Rob Gronkowski reportedly will need back surgery in addition to a fourth surgery he's set to have on his infected forearm.

PACK IT UP

Pierce's family ready to relocate?

The Boston Celtics have a big deadline coming up to make a decision on Paul Pierce. His family supposedly is preparing for a move.

BUNGLED SITUATION

Phil talks Lakers choosing D'Antoni

Phil Jackson talked about the Lakers choosing to hire Mike D'Antoni as head coach despite interviewing him for the job.

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RETURN OF THE SPEEDO

Phelps considering a comeback?

Is Michael Phelps considering making a swimming comeback? One report says he is, but there is a denial. Which side do you believe?

NOT OK

Gundy causes stir with transfer blocks

We all know Mike Gundy cares deeply about his players, but what about when one of those players wants to leave Oklahoma State? Well, that's a different story. 

BUSTED

Irvin suspended for four games

Second year linebacker/defensive end Bruce Irvin is the latest Seahawks defender to be suspended for violating the NFL's policy on PEDs. 

MR. MORTARBOARD

Young: Graduation better than title

After returning to Texas to continue his studies, Vince Young finally has earned a college degree and says it's more gratifying than winning a national championship.

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A LITTLE HOARSE

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