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Jordan Wolf

Jordan Wolf is a Kansas-based sports writer who is named after Michael Jordan but thinks LeBron James is the greatest of all time. He’s a proud University of Kansas alum, even during football season, and enjoys watching Patrick Mahomes do Patrick Mahomes things on Sundays. You can find him on Twitter at @byjordanwolf.

LeBron James drops 56 points, leads Lakers to win over Warriors

Fair or not, LeBron James has shouldered plenty of criticism and pressure as of late for the Lakers' lackluster performance this season. On Saturday night, he responded to the hate with maybe his best performance with Los Angeles yet -- and picked up a statement win in the process.

Murray State wins, becomes first team invited to the big dance

We already knew Murray State was going to the NCAA Tournament one way or another, but now it's official. The Racers beat Morehead State 71-67 in the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament championship game on Saturday night, becoming the first team to officially earn an invite to the big dance.

Report: Cardinals not expected to use franchise tag on Chandler Jones

It looks like Chandler Jones will have his choice of where to play next season.

Report: Von Miller, Rams have mutual interest in reunion

The veteran pass rusher was a significant contributor during the team's Super Bowl run after being acquired from the Denver Broncos midseason.

Report: 'Increasing push' for Russell Westbrook to be pulled from starting lineup

It's no secret that Russell Westbrook hasn't performed as well as the Lakers had hoped this season, but now, some are pushing for his role to shrink even further.

North Carolina upsets Duke, spoils Coach K's home finale

The Tar Heels spoiled Coach K's final home game at Cameron Indoor Stadium during its second act, defeating the Blue Devils 94-81 and handing Krzyzewski one last loss in the regular season.

Amaré Barno runs fastest 40-yard dash by a defensive lineman since 2003

Amaré Barno went into combine week believed to be a likely mid-to-late-round pick. His performance Saturday may have skyrocketed him far past that.

No. 6 Kansas beats No. 21 Texas in OT, wins 20th Big 12 title

Kansas has now won 39 straight home finales, dating back to the 1983-1984 season. The win also clinched at least a share of the conference title for the Jayhawks.

Watch: Mike Krzyzewski honored before final Duke home game

Duke has won five national champions (1991, 1992, 2001, 2010, 2015), made 12 Final Fours and won 13 ACC regular-season titles prior to this season under Krzyzewski.

Will Barton passes J.R. Smith for most three-pointers in Nuggets history

Will Barton cashed in his 769th three as a Nugget on Friday night, making him the franchise's all-time leader in three-pointers made.

Pelicans put league on notice with third straight blowout win

New Orleans rolled to its third consecutive blowout victory Friday night, triumphing 124-90 over the Jazz. The Pelicans have now won their last three games by a total of 92 points.

Watch: Derrick Jones Jr. posterizes Giannis Antetokounmpo

Jones, who has a reputation as a highflyer, took off from just inside the paint and threw down an absolute monster jam on Antetokounmpo, whose attempt to block the dunk came up short.

Report: Aaron Rodgers 'truly torn' on where to play in 2022

Apparently not even Aaron Rodgers knows where he wants to play next season.

Brian Griese leaving ESPN to become 49ers' quarterbacks coach

It seemed as though Brian Griese was already out at ESPN when the network was rumored to be nearing a deal with Troy Aikman as its new Monday Night Football analyst, but now it looks like Griese is leaving the TV industry altogether.

Report: Chargers 'prepared to franchise tag' Mike Williams if no long-term deal made

Last season, Williams accumulated 76 receptions, 1,146 yards and nine touchdowns through the air.

Report: Commanders made 'strong offer' for Russell Wilson

Wilson would seemingly be a potential target, as his name has surfaced in trade rumors for a while now. But the Seahawks are reportedly not interested in moving their future Hall of Famer at this juncture.

Donovan Mitchell drops 37 points, 10 assists as Jazz win first OT game since 2018

Mitchell's 37 points led all scorers. Rudy Gobert added 27 points and 17 rebounds.

Jrue Holiday hits game-winner to complete Bucks' comeback over Heat

Holiday finished with 25 points and a game-high 11 assists.

James Harden scores 26, leads Sixers to win in home debut

Harden logged 26 points, nine rebounds and nine assists to lead Philadelphia to a 123-108 win over the New York Knicks.

Watch: Rutgers' Ron Harper Jr. knocks down game-winner against Indiana

Harper took the inbounds pass, dribbled down, hit a crossover and pulled up for three. Swish.

Isaiah Thomas scores 10 points in Hornets debut

Thomas made his Hornets debut Wednesday night, immediately making an impact off the bench.

Pelicans wear yellow socks in support of Ukraine

If you watched the Pelicans face off with the Kings on Wednesday night, you may have noticed a small uniform oddity — but it's no wardrobe malfunction.

Panthers 'still open' to re-signing Cam Newton

Cam Newton's return to Carolina was one of last season's most fun storylines, even if it didn't produce eye-popping results. Now, it looks like that homecoming has the chance to be extended.

Frank Vogel not giving up on Lakers' season

Frank Vogel hasn't given up on this Lakers team just yet.

No. 23 Saint Mary's beats No. 1 Gonzaga as top six teams in college hoops lose Saturday

The calendar may tell you it's still February, but the amount of madness witnessed on Saturday would have you thinking it's already March.