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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.

Bill Belichick praises 'ultimate competitor' Tom Brady in statement

Bill Belichick and Tom Brady were one of the greatest duos in sports history, working together to win six Super Bowls with the Patriots. As Brady hangs them up this week after 22 seasons in the game, his old coach is helping send him off.

Jim Harbaugh reportedly will return to Michigan

With the Wolverines, Harbaugh has compiled a career 61-24 record, highlighted by a 2021 campaign in which he led the team to the CFP and beat Ohio State for the first time as coach.

Raiders hire Champ Kelly as assistant general manager

After hiring Dave Ziegler as general manager last weekend, the Raiders made headlines by announcing the hiring of longtime Patriots assistant Josh McDaniels as their new head coach earlier this week. Now, they continue to add to their overhauled front office.

Jersey color trend favors Rams ahead of Super Bowl

The Rams will be wearing white, a color that has been kind to teams in Super Bowls over the last 17 years. 

Raptors grind out triple-OT win over Heat behind marathon effort by starters

Toronto earned a 124-120 win over Miami in a back-and-forth game that went to three overtimes.

Chiefs expected to have safety Tyrann Mathieu for AFC Championship Game?

Mathieu has been the leader of the Chiefs' defense both on the field and in the locker room since arriving in 2019, so his presence will be vital to slow down a Bengals offense firing on all cylinders.

Splash Brothers lead Warriors to gritty win over Nets

Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson combined for 35 points as the Warriors beat the Nets, 110-106, Saturday night.

Packers promoting Adam Stenavich to offensive coordinator?

After a brief playing career in the NFL, Stenavich got his start coaching as a graduate assistant at Michigan in 2012.

Packers assistant Luke Getsy expected to leave for Bears OC job?

The Bears don't just have a new coaching staff, as they've also overhauled their front office.

Raiders had three-hour dinner with Josh McDaniels, 'blown away' by HC candidate?

The Raiders' job became open during the regular season when Jon Gruden stepped down after a report revealed a long line of racist, homophobic and otherwise offensive emails that he sent.

No. 12 Kentucky throttles No. 5 Kansas in Big 12/SEC Challenge

Since the game was part of the Big 12/SEC Challenge, neither team gains or suffers in its conference standings. Kentucky improves to 17-4 on the season while Kansas slides to 17-3.

Nets' James Harden has strained hand, is a game-time decision Saturday

Harden is averaging 23 points, 8.1 rebounds and 10.1 assists on the season.

Unranked Alabama knocks off No. 4 Baylor in Big 12/SEC Challenge

Alabama is now 14-7 after the win, but gains no ground in the conference as this game was part of the Big 12/SEC Challenge. Baylor slides to 18-3 and remains a half game back of No. 5 Kansas in the conference.

Domantas Sabonis logs triple-double in return from ankle injury

Sabonis finished with 24 points, 18 rebounds and 10 assists in 44 minutes.

Russell Westbrook logs first Lakers 30-point half since Kobe Bryant's last game

Westbrook is averaging 18.6 points, 7.9 rebounds and 7.6 assists per game.

Bruce Pearl 'locked up' with Auburn, seemingly gets long-term extension

Pearl has been at Auburn since 2014, and over that time has compiled a 157-93 record.

Watch: Chris Paul dishes nifty behind-the-back pass to Bismack Biyombo for slam

With Phoenix's early lead cut to 15-13, Paul found Biyombo with a beautiful dime.

Fan who taunted Carmelo Anthony banned from 76ers games, arena

The fan, who was confronted by Anthony in the fourth quarter of Philadelphia's eventual 105-87 win, has been banned from future 76ers games and all future events at Wells Fargo Center.

Packers retaining top assistant Adam Stenavich, could promote him to OC

Stenavich, 38, appears to be a leading candidate to assume offensive coordinator duties following Hackett's departure.

LeBron James and Anthony Davis both out Friday vs. Hornets

James is nursing a knee issue, and Davis has an injury in his wrist.

Dejounte Murray ties David Robinson for most triple-doubles in Spurs history

Murray picked up his 14th career triple-double Wednesday night, tying him with Hall of Famer David Robinson for the most in Spurs franchise history.

Devin Booker outscores entire Jazz team in first quarter

Booker poured in a quick 21 points in the first quarter of Phoenix's game against Utah, outscoring the entire Jazz team by himself.

Hornets score franchise-record 158 points, including 87 in second half

The Hornets' offense was on another level Wednesday. An all-time level, really.

Miami beats Virginia Tech on half-court game winner by Charlie Moore

Charlie Moore put up a prayer at the buzzer Wednesday night, and it was answered.

Report: Nets won't listen to James Harden trades at deadline

It seems like James Harden isn't going anywhere...not yet, at least.