Insiders question the move, but a source close to LeBron James put it simply: "I think he just realized he had a lot of meaningful basketball left in him."
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The former Ohio State OC is in his first year as a head coach in Tampa, where USF is focused on the future.
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The Ducks look to continue an amazing trend, but Ohio State, Indiana, USC and others stand in the way.
Milos Kerkez sat down with reporters on Liverpool's preseason tour of the United States and revealed some of the changes new boss Andoni Iraola is making.
It's the summer of "Country Roads," and the Giants are going to the place where they belong for camp, in West Virginia.
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Three-time Pro Bowler and 2017 first-round pick Jamal Adams, 30, agreed to join the Minnesota Vikings, the 10-year NFL standout said on social media Monday, a season after playing for the Las Vegas Raiders, when he converted from safety to linebacker.
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There's nothing better than hitting on a late-round pick in fantasy. Liz Loza offers up her favorite targets this year.
The Dolphins' star back is a bust candidate, but is his talent and huge share of touches too good to ignore?
Hunting velocity, weak control and a new 'just wear it' philosophy: Inside the rise of hit batters in MLB.
Man United's preseason tour of Europe is already well underway, but there's still plenty of work to be done before the new season kicks off next month.
France have made Zinedine Zidane their new coach despite his last job at Real Madrid ending in 2021. What will he do? And just where has he been?
Whose Olympic stock has risen and fallen? Let's analyze 11 players based on their performances over the second half of the 2025-26 season and postseason.
Not much has gone well for Belichick since his arrival in Chapel Hill.
Defensive tackle Vita Vea has requested a trade from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after failed attempts at a contract extension, his agent, Collin Roberts, told ESPN on Monday.
The wife of Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy was allegedly shot by the couple's son Sunday night at the family's home in Virginia.
Zinedine Zidane has been appointed as France's new coach, the French Football Federation has announced.
A.J. Brown couldn't corral the first pass of camp from Drake Maye, which put him on the hot seat with Mike Vrabel. It reminded Brown of the start of his career when he played under Vrabel with the Titans, but this time he received the message differently.
Griffin Conine hit a walk-off single against the Phillies to end the Marlins' franchise-record 12-game losing streak. Before Monday's game, manager Clayton McCullough said he recently saw "The Odyssey" and couldn't help but think of Miami's misfortunes.
Conor McGregor called for the final fight of his UFC contract to take place during the promotion's International Fight Week next summer in Las Vegas.
Infielder Curtis Mead, 25, acquired from the Washington Nationals last week, left his first game with the Boston Red Sox on Monday after being hit on the left wrist by a pitch in the fourth inning of a 4-2 victory over the Athletics at Sutter Health Park.
The 2011 defensive class included the likes of J.J. Watt and Patrick Peterson. But the argument for topping 1981 as the best ever could come down to two still-active players.
England international Hannah Hampton signs a new two-year deal with Chelsea.
Video assistant referees should only be used to change "blatantly incorrect" decisions and clear missed incidents, say European refereeing officials.
Joe Cordina, 34, was charged in connection with an incident outside a petrol station in February.
The Players Cup, formerly the League Cup, will have a 23-team league phase that includes penalty shootouts to settle draws after 90 minutes.
British number two Cameron Norrie ends a six-match losing streak with a straight-set win over Aleksandar Kovacevic.
Manchester City brace for Real Madrid's Rodri bid, Leeds set to sign James Trafford for £40m, Crystal Palace agree terms with Raphael Le Guen and Real Madrid set to make second Yan Diomande offer.
Real Madrid have sent a new contract offer to Vinícius Júnior, while Liverpool want Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa. Transfer Talk has the latest.
A viral video appears to show a fielder in a local match clicking his fingers as the ball passes the bat, before the batter is given out caught behind.
Former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has been confirmed as the head coach of the France national team.
Sheridon Gumbs, who has just signed a deal with Leicestershire after 18 months on trial, reveals what life can be like as a second XI cricketer.
An experienced figurehead in the dugout, Lawrence Shankland spearheading the attack and further financial backing - there are few excuses for Rangers this season.
An experienced figurehead in the dugout, Lawrence Shankland spearheading the attack and further financial backing - there are few excuses for Rangers this season.
Can Adam Ramsay-Peaty return to the top after a disappointing Commonwealth Games or is the end nigh for Britain's former Olympic champion?
Chloe Kelly found 2025-26 hard, but is optimistic about hers and Arsenal's prospects this season.
Prem champions Northampton host Newcastle on the opening weekend of the 2026-27 season, with Exeter at home to Gloucester.
Prem champions Northampton host Newcastle on the opening weekend of the 2026-27 season, with Exeter at home to Gloucester.
Katie Taylor admits she gets a little "nervous" watching clips of Mayo celebrating their thrilling All-Ireland football final win over Kerry on Sunday.
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Hungarian Grand Prix.
Former British number one Jack Draper withdraws from another event because of issues around his recurring long-term arm injury.
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Chelsea are targeting deals for Maxence Lacroix, Jordan Henderson and Danny Welbeck - three experienced heads, in an age when the focus has been on youth.
Having left the GB set up in March, Eccles is determined to complete her Commonwealth Games "trilogy" in Glasgow on a high.
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It's a new era for the reigning national champion Wolverines -- and men's college basketball -- in 2026-27.
West Indies all-rounder Justin Greaves takes five wickets without conceding a run during an incredible spell of bowling on day three of the first Test against Pakistan.
England bounce back from a difficult loss to world number one side Australia with a 73-38 victory over Malawi at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
Day one of the athletics at the 2026 Commonwealth Games was set up perfectly to be the final act in Eilish McColgan's odyssey. Luckily for Glasgow, other heroes emerged.
Will Jacks' 54 off 41 balls helps MI London to a three-wicket win over Southern Brave in a nail-biting conclusion at the Utilita Bowl in Southampton.
Little over two years ago, Archie Goodburn's world fell apart when he was diagnosed with brain cancer - he has just competed in a Commonwealth Games final.
Will Jacks hits his first half-century of this year's edition of The Hundred as MI London claim a nerve-shredding last-ball victory over Southern Brave.
BBC Sport NI looks at Olympic champions Rhys McClenaghan and Daniel Wiffen's struggles as both missed out on Commonwealth medals on Monday.
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Adam Ramsay-Peaty says "nothing makes sense" as he again has to settle for bronze at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
England defender John Stones is in advanced talks with Inter Milan about joining the Italian side on a free transfer.