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Critics, take note. After much scrutiny surrounding UNC's tourney bid, the Tar Heels responded by dominating SDSU. Opponents, beware. - Angie


	North Carolina silences critics for one game, but it's not enough

	Another analyst disputes UNC's inclusion into NCAA Tournament
	UNC AD's reported contract incentives should put tourney bid under microscope
	Watch: Alabama State wins First Four contest on chaotic game-winner
	Saint Francis-Alabama State highlight beauty of First Four games
	Zero to hero in a flash? Five potential legends for March Madness

The Top 10


10	Shohei Ohtani didn't disappoint in Game 1 of Tokyo Series

	Dodgers' Ohtani makes honest admission about playing in Japan
	Dodgers slugger shares update after scratch from Tokyo Series
	Astros pitcher reaches big milestone in return from multiyear injury absence
	Braves' all-time saves leader returning to Atlanta after nearly a decade
	Two-time All-Star pitcher signs with Rangers ahead of season
	Angels replace one injury-prone player with another and it backfires


9	Eagles legend announces retirement from NFL

	Packers sign three-time Super Bowl champion wide receiver
	Dolphins have submitted a standing offer to six-time Pro Bowler
	Are Cowboys trying to send a message to Micah Parsons?
	Seahawks' Sam Darnold gives advice to young quarterbacks considered busts
	Second chances in the NFL: Which QBs can bounce back?


8	West Virginia's week gets worse with HC departure

	West Virginia AD rips selection committee after tournament snub
	West Virginia governor's tournament complaints hold no water
	UCLA HC Mick Cronin downplays loss in the Big Ten Tournament
	Michigan State's Tom Izzo heading into March Madness with nothing to prove
	Underrated stars and coaches on the hot seat in 2025 NCAA Tournament

"Both guys are deserving. I usually take a hard stance, but I wish there was a committee and the voting was different." - Draymond Green


7	Draymond Green endorses bold change to NBA MVP

	Despite hot streak, Warriors could still fall back into play-in tournament
	LeBron James reacts to teenage tennis prodigy being inspired by him
	Obi Toppin goes off in overtime for massive Pacers win
	Mitchell Robinson a 'huge factor' in Knicks' improved defense
	Former All-Star says Heat need to 'get rid of' Pat Riley


6	Steelers star already seems fed up with Aaron Rodgers drama

	Cam Heyward has direct message for Steelers fans about Najee Harris
	Report reveals what Jets coaches thought of Rodgers throughout 2024
	Surprising report emerges about Rodgers' decision timeline
	Steelers legend has surprising take on team's QB situation
	George Pickens raises eyebrows with curious social media photo


5	What stunning Anthony Davis news actually means

	Interesting new report emerges about injured Kyrie Irving's future
	Jazz center turning heads with performances in G League
	It's official: Austin Reaves is the best third option in the NBA
	Russell Westbrook turns back the clock with triple-double against Warriors
	NBA's Sixth Man of the Year race is over


4	SEC women's teams with best chance of going on tourney run

	Can South Carolina repeat in the women's NCAA Tournament?
	A Lego lover to Larry Bird clone: 10 players to know in women's tourney
	Women's No. 1 seeds with easiest, toughest draw in NCAA Tournament
	Teams most likely to make Final Four
	Who are the winners and losers from women's NCAA Selection Sunday?

"It would be a dream of mine to play for them, if I get a chance." - Cam Ward


3	Potential No. 1 NFL Draft pick reveals 'dream' landing spot

	Draft guru explains why Shedeur Sanders is 'perfect fit' for this NFC team
	...while Deion Sanders is looking forward to coaching without his sons
	Mel Kiper Jr.'s most recent mock draft could spur Saints draft debate
	Broncos would be lucky if top WR prospect falls to them in 2025 NFL Draft
	Eagles add 'ball-hawking safety' in latest mock draft


2	Concacaf Nations League: How competition looks vs. USMNT

	Diego Luna brings winning work ethic to Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT
	USMNT rules out three key players for the Concacaf Nations League finals
	Pochettino has high hopes for USMNT
	...and the USMNT manager doesn't hold back on potential Tottenham return
	Premier League Champions League race heats up as unlikely contenders emerge


1	NHL power rankings: Jets hold steady, but who's behind them?

	Is 'poor man's Sidney Crosby' best choice for NHL Rookie of Year?
	Stars coach provides major updates on two pillars of team's lineup
	Leafs dodge disaster as former trade target struggles after deadline deal
	Insider: Brock Boeser will walk away from Canucks after Patrik Allvin fallout
	Former Canuck appears to already be in doghouse with Rangers

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