Desmond Bane stars in front of his former teammates in Game 4 win

Desmond Bane is no longer a member of the Memphis Grizzlies. But playing in front of former teammates Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson, Jr., Bane was the star in a "grit-n-grind" style game, complete with bleeding arms.

Bane proving to be missing piece for the Magic

Magic players appear to do a drug-themed handshake before game

Jalen Duren's nightmare first-round series continues in Game 4

Cavaliers' cold backcourt could help Raptors pull off playoff upset

NBA cites seven missed calls in final minutes of Cavs’ loss to Raptors

Heat's big changes won't include Pat Riley or Bam Adebayo

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

There's an obvious candidate to replace Rob Thomson with Phillies

Unsurprisingly, the Philadelphia Phillies have decided to part ways with Thomson.

Phillies eager to end awful April on high note vs. Giants

Reported reasoning for Red Sox firing Alex Cora questionable at best

Red Sox should only consider one Alex Cora replacement

The '50-HR MLB seasons' quiz

Paige Bueckers News / Yardbarker / April 28

Wings' Bueckers finally opens up on Fudd relationship, No. 1 pick selection

Wings' Paige Bueckers finally opens up on Azzi Fudd relationship, No. 1 pick selection

With their second No. 1 pick in as many years, the Wings took Fudd.

Fever coach shares assessment of Caitlin Clark's preseason debut

Five most improved WNBA teams heading into the 2026 season

Five most impactful WNBA offseason additions

Five WNBA players to watch in 2026

WNBA season preview: What's in store for expansion clubs

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 28

Reported reasoning for Red Sox firing Alex Cora is questionable

Reported reasoning for Red Sox firing Alex Cora questionable at best

The Boston Red Sox surprisingly fired manager Alex Cora and several members of his coaching staff on Sunday. A new report details the reasons behind that decision.

Red Sox fire manager Alex Cora, clean house amid terrible start

Red Sox players express frustration with front office following firing spree

Red Sox should only consider one Alex Cora replacement

Could Alex Cora return to a MLB dugout during the 2026 season?

The 'Gold Glove and Silver Slugger seasons' quiz

New Orleans Saints News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '4K-yard, 18-INT NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to reach the 4,000-passing-yard milestone while also throwing at least 18 interceptions in the same season can you name in five minutes?

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 28

How did they do? Grading 2026 mock drafts from ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr., three other experts

Predicting every pick of the first round of the NFL Draft is impossible. Look at the 2026 class. Who thought the Los Angeles Rams would take Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson with pick No.

Todd McShay has bad news for Steelers fans excited about Drew Allar

Personnel director, GM react to Jets selecting David Bailey over Arvell Reese

Report expands on why Cardinals made Jeremiyah Love NFL Draft decision

What to expect from undrafted QB Diego Pavia at Ravens' minicamp

Top schematic fits from each round of the 2026 NFL Draft

Predicting when top 2026 NFL Draft QBs will receive first start

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 28

Oklahoma City Thunder sweep their way to second round

Facing elimination, the Phoenix Suns didn't lie down against the Oklahoma City Thunder. It wasn't enough to avoid a four-game sweep.

Nikola Jokic's triple-double extends Nuggets' series with Wolves

Update surfaces on Jokic’s future

Should Lakers' Austin Reaves suit up for Game 5 vs. Rockets?

Two Lakers players get fined for criticizing the referees

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama criticizes NBA concussion protocols

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 27

Penguins avoid elimination, Sidney Crosby injury in Game 5 win

Penguins avoid elimination, serious Sidney Crosby injury in milestone Game 5 win over Flyers

The Pittsburgh Penguins aren't going quietly.

Knights pull level with Mammoth on Shea Theodore's OT goal

Bruins' Jeremy Swayman has reason to be furious with teammates

Bruins’ Zadorov fined for cross-checking Sabres’ Dahlin

Sabres could capture first series win since 2007

Will first-round sweep be the end of Brady Tkachuk's Senators tenure?

Senators GM Stave Staios discusses Tkachuk trade rumors

Carlos Mendoza News / Yardbarker / April 27

Carlos Mendoza seems to have no answer to fix struggling Mets offense

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza sounded like a man who had no answers for all that's ailing his club this spring.

Update shares if Mets are close to firing Mendoza amid awful start

Max Scherzer lands on IL with forearm and ankle injuries

Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle staking early All-Star claim

Guardians look to top prospect to provide boost to lineup

Reported reasoning for Red Sox firing Alex Cora questionable at best

MLB check-in: Red Sox in turmoil, Braves' hot start, Pirates' big week

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 27

Cooper Flagg named Rookie of the Year over Kon Knueppel

The votes are in, and Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg has been named the NBA Rookie of the Year, defeating Charlotte Hornets forward and former Duke teammate Kon Knueppel.

Report sheds light on why Knueppel lost Rookie of the Year Award

Rockets' Kevin Durant might already be on the trade block

Ime Udoka keeps door open for Durant’s return for Game 5

Why the 76ers need to seriously consider trading Joel Embiid

Mike Brown’s job with Knicks may not be safe

Report: Billy Donovan wants one NBA head-coaching job

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Yardbarker / April 27

Texas Tech have serious QB issue after Brendan Sorsby news

The school announced on Monday that the quarterback is checking into a residential rehab for a gambling addiction.

Sorsby might lose eligibility over gambling scandal

Pump the brakes on the hype of Texas QB Arch Manning for 2027 draft

Why Eagles made controversial Cole Payton draft decision

What Rams reportedly loved about Ty Simpson before draft decision

How Browns drafting Taylen Green will impact their QBs

Entertainment

The 20 best animated film sequels

20 space-themed music videos that shaped pop’s sci-fi obsession

Do you know these 20 facts about 'The Hangover'?

22 of the most anticipated movie releases in 2025

Soccer News / Yardbarker / April 27

World Cup check-in: How Christian Pulisic, two other U.S. stars are faring

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is barreling toward us — just 45 days away. On June 11, Mexico and South Africa will open the tournament at Mexico City's legendary Azteca Stadium.

Tottenham star out of the World Cup as worst injury fears confirmed

Netherlands' Xavi Simons to miss World Cup with ACL injury

Spain star Lamine Yamal's World Cup status unclear after injury

Report: Brazil's Eder Militao not expected to miss World Cup

Earthquakes by the numbers: Stats behind MLS' shocking league leader

Golf News / Yardbarker / April 27

Storylines for the Cadillac Championship: PGA Tour returns to Trump Doral

There are plenty of juicy storylines leading up to the fifth Signature Event of the season.

Nelly Korda lands third major win at Chevron, regains No. 1 ranking

Brotherly love: Matt, Alex Fitzpatrick capture meaningful Zurich win

Retief Goosen surges to fifth career Champions Tour win at Mitsubishi

Trump Turnberry passed over for 2028 Open Championship

Report: PGA Tour cutting four percent of workforce

George Pickens News / Yardbarker / April 27

Why George Pickens delaying signing of tag shouldn't sound alarms

Why Cowboys WR George Pickens delaying signing of franchise tag shouldn't sound alarms

Reports that Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens had agreed to sign his franchise tag were premature. Is it a cause for concern?

Pickens’ latest move sparks new trade speculation

Bills seemingly have made Keon Coleman decision amid trade rumors

What Eagles may want from Patriots for A.J. Brown after drafting a WR

Cameron Jordan opens up about Saints future after recent moves

Giants reportedly could make massive Joe Schoen decision this week

Roger Goodell trying to keep fans from getting excited about 18-game season?

Jalen Johnson News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Season triple-double leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players to record the most triple-doubles in one season since the NBA/ABA merger for each franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 40-point playoff games' quiz

The 'Most 20-point, 10-rebound NBA seasons' quiz

The '20-point, 10-assist game leaders' quiz

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The 'Active 40-point playoff games' quiz

The 'No.2-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

The 'First round QB's since 2000' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 27

Predicting when top 2026 NFL Draft QBs will receive first start

Let's predict when the top five quarterbacks in the 2026 class (based on draft position) will receive their first start, ranking them from earliest to latest.

Report updates if Raiders are serious about controversial Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza decision

What Rams reportedly loved about Ty Simpson before controversial NFL Draft decision

Rams pick of Ty Simpson follows a quarterback blueprint fans have forgotten

Top schematic fits from each round of the 2026 NFL Draft

The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

Baylor Bears land former five-star North Carolina recruit Dylan Mingo

The Baylor Bears have earned the commitment of one of the top basketball recruits in the country.

Georgia Tech lands All-Mountain West transfer Colby Garland

Mark Pope has to find Kentucky's star player for the 2026-27 season

UConn releases devastating news on star guard Solo Ball

The 'No. 3 NBA Draft picks' quiz

Denver Nuggets News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA yearly assist leaders' quiz

How many of the players with the most total assists in every NBA season since 1976-77 can you name in five minutes?

Phoenix Suns News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 50-point NBA games' quiz

In NBA history, 30 players have scored 50 points in a game on five or more occasions. How many can you name in five minutes?

Texas Longhorns News / Yardbarker / April 27

Let's tap the brakes on the hype surrounding Manning for 2027 draft

Let's tap the brakes on the hype surrounding Texas QB Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Over the last two drafts, a QB who wasn't hailed as a potential top pick has gone No. 1 overall.

Is Dante Moore or Arch Manning the early favorite to be the first pick of the 2027 NFL Draft?

The 'Schools to win a CFP game' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

Currently, 38 active NFL players have had multiple seasons with 1,000 or more receiving yards. How many can you name in five minutes?

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 27

Report: Billy Donovan wants one NBA head-coaching job

Donovan and Al Horford might just end up being reunited.

Colin Cowherd floats intriguing NBA playoff team for Billy Donovan's next job

Kentucky coach Mark Pope might be under even more pressure following Billy Donovan's Bulls decision

The 'Active 40-point playoff games' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / April 27

Texas Tech's Sorsby might lose eligibility over gambling scandal

Texas Tech's Brendan Sorsby might lose eligibility over gambling scandal

The former Cincinnati star reportedly placed thousands of wagers on multiple sports through a gambling app.

Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA minutes leaders by season' quiz

How many of the players to spend the most time on the hardwood in each NBA season since 1995-96 can you name in five minutes?

Los Angeles Chargers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL Comeback Players of the Year' quiz

How many of the AP NFL Comeback Player of the Year Award winners can you name in five minutes?

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 27

Winners, losers from Day 3 of NFL Draft: Diego Pavia goes undrafted

Winners, losers from Day 3 of NFL Draft: Steelers make feel-good pick, Diego Pavia goes undrafted

Let's take a look at some of the winners and losers from the third day of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Giants nailed the first three rounds of the 2026 NFL Draft

Five best fits from Day 3 of NFL Draft

Winners, losers from first round

Winners, losers from Day 2

NFL Draft 2026: Top 10 draft picks and full rookie contract projections

True-or-false for Rounds 2-3: Did Cardinals, Steelers find franchise QBs?

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 27

Bruins' Jeremy Swayman has every reason to be mad at teammates

Bruins' Jeremy Swayman has every reason to be furious with teammates

The Boston Bruins were supposed to play one of their biggest games of the season on Sunday afternoon when they hosted the Buffalo Sabres for Game 4 of their Eastern Conference first-round series.

Sabres smash Bruins to take 3-1 lead back to Buffalo

Bruins’ Viktor Arvidsson leaves Game 4 with upper-body injury

Brandon Hagel stays hot as Lightning knot series with Habs

Nathan MacKinnon scores twice as Avs race away to sweep Kings

Ducks rally twice, upend Oilers in OT for 3-1 lead

Will first-round sweep be the end of Brady Tkachuk's Senators tenure?