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The 2025 NBA Finals will feature the Indiana Pacers and the Oklahoma City Thunder, both seeking their first franchise title. The Thunder, who relocated from Seattle and won a title in 1979, do not acknowledge that history. Notably, the Pacers include former 76ers TJ McConnell and Tony Bradley, while the Thunder have Isaiah Joe, a former second-round pick of Philadelphia, who has become a reliable role player. Full Article

The Chicago Sky, after a slow start to the 2025 WNBA season with an 0-4 record, have bounced back with two consecutive wins, including a season-low 83 points allowed against the Dallas Wings. Rookie guard Hailey Van Lith faced challenges in her debut season, averaging 2.5 points, 1.8 assists, and 1.3 steals, and went scoreless in her second game back from an ankle injury; however, she achieved a career-best plus/minus of +11 and four rebounds,...

Frank Ragnow's unexpected retirement from the Detroit Lions at age 29 follows a mostly healthy 2024 season, where he missed only one game due to a pec strain. Despite appearing fit, Ragnow cited ongoing health concerns, particularly from a chronic toe injury that has plagued him for years, prompting his decision to prioritize his well-being. After a commendable seven-year career since being drafted in 2018, Ragnow's retirement seems amicable, and potential successors for his center...

The Tennessee Titans have officially signed running back Ty Davis-Price, confirming earlier reports of the agreement. In a corresponding move, the team waived undrafted rookie running back Micah Bernard, who had joined the Titans last month after his collegiate career at Utah. This transaction marks a strategic shift for the Titans as they finalize their roster moves ahead of the upcoming season. Full Article

Ronald Darby, a veteran cornerback who played 10 NFL seasons, announced his retirement from football after informing the Houston Texans. Drafted in the second round of the 2015 NFL draft by the Buffalo Bills, Darby had notable stints with several teams, including a key role in the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl LII victory. Over his career, he started 107 games, recorded eight interceptions, 106 pass breakups, and 447 total tackles, concluding his last season in...

Oklahoma's Dynasty at Stake in Women's College World Series On Monday night at 7 p.m. ET, No. 2 Oklahoma faces No. 12 Texas Tech in a critical Women's College World Series semifinal, featuring star pitchers Sam Landry and NiJaree Canady. Canady, the former National Player of the Year from Stanford, leads Texas Tech with impressive stats, including a 0.86 ERA and 32 victories, while aiming to secure a title for the Red Raiders. For Oklahoma,...