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NBA free agency winners and losers from wild offseason shake-up

NBA free agency winners and losers from wild offseason shake-up

  • Lorenzo Reyes USA Today

The NBA offseason and free agency cycle have brought about massive changes in player movement and power dynamics, though the one notable exception remains.

Justin Verlander's retirement marks the end of an era we'll never see again | Opinion

Justin Verlander's retirement marks the end of an era we'll never see again | Opinion

  • Bob Nightengale, USA Today

We knew this day was eventually coming, but man, it still hurts. We wanted him to pitch forever. We wanted him to join that illustrious 300-victory club.

She's a WNBA referee and a ballroom dancer. Angelica Suffren's remarkable double life

She's a WNBA referee and a ballroom dancer. Angelica Suffren's remarkable double life

  • Danielle Lerner USA Today

At work, Angelica Suffren prefers to avoid the spotlight. As a WNBA referee, her job is to be invisible.

Belgium rout US to set up World Cup quarterfinal against Spain

Belgium rout US to set up World Cup quarterfinal against Spain

  • Derek Harper FIELD LEVEL MEDIA

Belgium beats co-hosts United States 4-1 in Round of 16 at FIFA World Cup.

Is Folarin Balogun playing Monday? How USMNT star became available vs Belgium

Is Folarin Balogun playing Monday? How USMNT star became available vs Belgium

  • John Leuzzi USA Today Network

Here's what to know about Balogun's status and more.

World Cup water breaks fuel debate as game rhythm put to the test

World Cup water breaks fuel debate as game rhythm put to the test

  • ROHITH NAIR Reuters

When viewed alongside VAR reviews, longer periods of added time and lengthy injury stoppages, the breaks raise a wider question about how much soccer can change before it feels different.

After short-handed victory over Bosnia, US turns focus to Belgium

After short-handed victory over Bosnia, US turns focus to Belgium

  • FIELD LEVEL MEDIA

With Wednesday's victory, the United States will now face Belgium on Monday for a place in the quarterfinals.

US: Colorful US supporters build atmosphere before Bosnia match.

US: Colorful US supporters build atmosphere before Bosnia match.

    SHOTLIST SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA, US (JULY 1, 2026) 1. US FANS GATHERING OUTSIDE BAY ARENA 2. VARIOUS OF COSTUMED US SUPPORTERS POSING FOR PHOTOS OUTSIDE THE STADIUM 3. VARIOUS OF US FANS CHANTING OUTSIDE THE STADIUMSAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA, US - JULY 1, 2026: United States supporters gat…

    Looking back at highs, lows of Ja Morant's 7-year Grizzlies career

    Looking back at highs, lows of Ja Morant's 7-year Grizzlies career

      That's the cruel thing about sports — you never know when you're actually already at the peak of something.

      LeBron James leaving Lakers to play with another team

      LeBron James leaving Lakers to play with another team

        Given James' career earnings and a net worth estimated by Forbes at $1.4 billion, he reportedly is putting happiness over money this time around.

        Cop allows NFL reporter Dianna Russini to name-drop her way out of ticket

        Cop allows NFL reporter Dianna Russini to name-drop her way out of ticket

          The officer issued a warning after the driver showed messages with an NFL head coach. Bodycam footage and a later podcast appearance are fueling questions about the stop.

          Grizzlies Deal Morant To Trail Blazers For Grant & Murray

          Grizzlies Deal Morant To Trail Blazers For Grant & Murray

            The Memphis Grizzlies are trading two-time All-Star guard Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray. The deal ends Morant’s seven-year stint with the Grizzlies, who drafted him with the second overall pick in 2019. Since being named an All-Star in 2…

            Ranking the 14 best NFL offseason moves, from blockbuster trades to splashy signings

            Ranking the 14 best NFL offseason moves, from blockbuster trades to splashy signings

              Offseason in name only. The NFL rests for no one. On the surface, this NFL offseason didn't come with a loaded free-agent class or a draft that promised headlines.

              Gavin McKenna taken first overall in NHL Draft by Toronto Maple Leafs

              Gavin McKenna taken first overall in NHL Draft by Toronto Maple Leafs

                The Toronto Maple Leafs selected forward Gavin McKenna with the No. 1 overall pick of the NHL draft on Friday in Buffalo, N.Y.

                Alex Freeman, son of former NFL star, is game changer US men's soccer needs

                Alex Freeman, son of former NFL star, is game changer US men's soccer needs

                Alex Freeman just might be the U.S. men’s national team’s most impactful player and a long-awaited unicorn.

                World Cup turnout defies concerns, as Americans flock for the spectacle

                World Cup turnout defies concerns, as Americans flock for the spectacle

                Through 44 matches so far, total attendance topped 2.85 million, with the average stadium about 99.6% full, according to a Reuters analysis based on FIFA data.

                World Cup watch parties bringing generations together

                World Cup watch parties bringing generations together

                While all the action is centered around Seattle during the World Cup, many on the Eastside are also able to enjoy the matches at their own watch parties, bringing the tournament closer to home.

                Analysis: USMNT quiet doubters as Mauricio Pochettino's process pays off

                Analysis: USMNT quiet doubters as Mauricio Pochettino's process pays off

                The Australians were miffed that some pundits, including a few former U.S. players, gave them zero chance to stay on the field in a Group D match against the Americans

                Trio of female American referees working World Cup match could change game

                Trio of female American referees working World Cup match could change game

                It’s not often soccer match officials continue to have an impact after a game ends. That’s exactly what Tori Penso, Brooke Mayo and Kathryn Nesbitt will do, however.

                LeBron's Future: Lakers' Plans and Retirement Speculations

                LeBron's Future: Lakers' Plans and Retirement Speculations

                LeBron James' future in the NBA sparks debate as teams weigh his value, retirement plans, and legacy among basketball legends. James will enter his 24th season.

                Ebola risk for World Cup is 'extremely low', but US is ready, experts say

                Ebola risk for World Cup is 'extremely low', but US is ready, experts say

                The risk that a traveler infected with Ebola could arrive in the United States during the World Cup tournament that kicked off last week is low but not zero.

                Where this Knicks NBA title stands in New York pro sports history

                Where this Knicks NBA title stands in New York pro sports history

                The Knicks have finally done it. They’ve brought a championship back to New York City, their first since 1973, ending a long string of disappointing results and playoff flameouts.

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                NBA free agency winners and losers from wild offseason shake-up

                NBA free agency winners and losers from wild offseason shake-up

                Postseason heartbreak helped bring back Virginia basketball's core of returners

                Postseason heartbreak helped bring back Virginia basketball's core of returners

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                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Buying things takes less time these days — you can have your week’s groceries, a new outfit and a used car headed to your front door in a matter of hours, thanks to technology. But this convenience comes with a price. New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals fewer people are shopping on...

                Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

                Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

                Now that grocery inflation seems to have eased, retailers are clamoring to offer more and better discounts that will get shoppers back to their stores this summer. With an announcement Wednesday, Walgreens joined a growing list of national brands, which also includes Target and Amazon Fresh, that are touting price cuts on an array of...

                It might not be fair, but Christian Pulisic's legacy is on the line this World Cup

                It might not be fair, but Christian Pulisic's legacy is on the line this World Cup

                Christian Pulisic’s legacy is on the line at this World Cup. The impact he has on this U.S. men’s national team will determine how he’s viewed in his home country.

                Rampaging Knicks fans tear apart buses, set fires, clash with cops in Times Square, 63 arrests

                Rampaging Knicks fans tear apart buses, set fires, clash with cops in Times Square, 63 arrests

                Frenzied Knicks fans skirmished with cops in a running pitched battle along 42nd St. early Sunday — hurling bottles at police and even trying to tip over a school bus.

                Her son was born at 2.5 pounds. Now he’s a Super Bowl champion.

                Her son was born at 2.5 pounds. Now he’s a Super Bowl champion.

                Stacy Gooden-Crandle would have never guessed when her son was born that he'd grow up to be a Super Bowl champion. 

                World Cup matches will be played on turf developed at Rutgers

                World Cup matches will be played on turf developed at Rutgers

                A huge part of soccer is, very literally, the grass it's played on.

                United States has already lost World Cup with its greed and hostility | Opinion

                United States has already lost World Cup with its greed and hostility | Opinion

                This opportunity to showcase the best of the United States and embrace the joy that soccer brings the rest of the world and, instead, we chose to be ugly Americans.

                ‘Winning at all costs:’ Trump wraps himself in UFC’s bareknuckle image

                ‘Winning at all costs:’ Trump wraps himself in UFC’s bareknuckle image

                President Trump is set to host one of the most controversial UFC fighting events in history: The UFC Freedom 250, a seven-bout event on the White House’s South Lawn.  

                Nine MLB standouts who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

                Nine MLB standouts who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

                There will be an infusion of new blood when Major League Baseball’s All-Star Game descends upon Philadelphia next month.

                Trump trashes the NBA. So why will he attend Knicks-Spurs finals game?

                Trump trashes the NBA. So why will he attend Knicks-Spurs finals game?

                President Donald Trump has openly trashed the NBA as a bastion of player activism with overt liberal politics that could “destroy” the game of basketball.

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