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April 19, 2025: Two more for the show: Heat, Grizzlies make playoffs

After a hard-fought play-in tournament, the Heat and Grizzlies are both in the playoffs. Their rewards? Facing the Cavs and Thunder, respectively. - Angie
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After a hard-fought play-in tournament, the Heat and Grizzlies are both in the playoffs. Their rewards? Facing the Cavs and Thunder, respectively. - Angie
 
Watch: Heat win wild back-and-forth game vs. Hawks to reach playoffs
Dyson Daniels' DPOY case gets exposed in play-in game vs. Heat
Mavericks' nightmare season ends with a whimper against Grizzlies
Desmond Bane, Jaren Jackson Jr. light up Mavs in Grizzlies' play-in win
Watch: Ja Morant goes airborne for ridiculous putback dunk vs. Mavs
2025 NBA Draft order, lottery standings after play-in tournament
 
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Lindor addresses what Mets thought of Juan Soto's controversial comments 
Mets legend offers Juan Soto advice amid early-season struggles
Watch: Rowdy Tellez gets revenge with homer off pitcher he was traded for
Cubs pull off one of the wildest comebacks in MLB history
Diamondbacks' Corbin Burnes has best start of season vs. Cubs
Jazz Chisholm suspended by MLB in wake of profane social media post
 
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Luka Doncic shares his honest thoughts on Mavericks GM Nico Harrison
...and reveals his violent initial reaction to news of trade
Austin Reaves' emergence puts him in line for a big payday
Magic Johnson shares fear for Lakers' series vs. Timberwolves
What Warriors must do to beat Rockets
How Amen Thompson can put NBA on notice this postseason
 
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Orioles to promote a top pitching prospect for MLB debut
Dodgers place Shohei Ohtani on paternity list, make other moves
Dodgers provide surprising timeline for Ohtani's return to pitching
Red Sox designate righty for assignment days after selecting him
NL East fool's gold: Don't expect these players to keep up current pace
 
"We should've won a lot more games and been a lot more competitive during those games as well." - Mat Ishbia
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Suns owner has a strong response to Stephen A. Smith’s insulting claim
Suns' HC job is a poisoned chalice
Top 10 storylines entering the playoffs: Kevin Durant sweepstakes, more
Kings ready to slide back into obscurity
Lauri Markkanen hopes to stay in Utah
 
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Could multiple quarterbacks be selected before Shedeur Sanders?
Why Chiefs want to trade up in first round of NFL Draft
Analyst shares 'hope' for Giants fans regarding No. 3 pick of 2025 NFL Draft
Former manager of Shohei Ohtani gives teams advice on handling Travis Hunter
Mike Tomlin reportedly could 'advocate' for Steelers to draft this QB
 
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Matthew Tkachuk may be in trouble with Panthers HC after recent comments
Avalanche captain available for return after nearly three years
Players under most pressure in playoffs
Stanley Cup playoffs power rankings: Who lurks behind Avalanche?
14-year NHL veteran defenseman to retire following season
Connor Bedard sends a warning to the entire NHL about the Blackhawks
 
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UNC, Bill Belichick land new QB through transfer portal
Syracuse HC discuses WR who entered transfer portal over wild NIL demands
Notre Dame is losing son of NFL Hall of Famer to transfer portal
NCAA announces rule change that could solve big problem in college football
Best Lee Corso moments: F-bombs, live animals, Statue of Liberty and more
 
"She plays like with a sense of I've been here before. Whether it's a championship game or it's the first game of the season." - A'ja Wilson
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Kyrie Irving sends message to Bueckers
WNBA GM not expecting Bueckers to have Caitlin Clark-like impact
Clark sends two-word message after exciting announcement
Sun rookie eager to play against Clark
Sky's Hailey Van Lith happy with WNBA destination after college journey
 
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Insider shares big Brock Purdy update ahead of start of offseason program
Did latest development change Steelers' opinion of Aaron Rodgers?
Former GM, NFL insider warn Steelers about Rodgers after latest comments
Browns' Joe Flacco discusses when teams should play young quarterbacks
Three potential landing spots for Eagles TE Dallas Goedert
 
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Tony Stewart makes NASCAR racing career announcement
Why Ryan Blaney should be feeling confident going into off weekend
Why the Kyle Larson-Denny Hamlin rivalry between is not going away
Tyler Ankrum wins Rockingham race, breaks 130-race winless streak
Stewart Friesen questions if racing in Truck Series is 'worth it anymore'
 

 
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