LAS VEGAS – Merab Dvalishvili and Umar Nurmagomedov got into it on Friday night. Not only did the two have a lot to say backstage prior to their UFC 311 press conference in Las Vegas, but also during. Dvalishvili (18-4 MMA, 11-2 UFC) and Nurmagomedov (18-0 MMA,…
Oregon’s Dan Lanning has blunt message for teams unhappy about CFP plight: ‘Just win’
The Ducks are the only undefeated team in the nation at 12-0.
College Football Playoff bubble watch: Who’s in, who’s out, latest scenarios ahead of Selection Day
There are some teams who are essentially locks for the College Football Playoff, others whose destiny is in their own hands, and others who need some help (and probably won't get it).
Strong second half pushes West Virginia to win over Georgetown
West Virginia's start on Friday was shaky. Having not played a game in a week, the Mountaineers hosted Georgetown, and the rust showed itself early. The Mountaineers would finally settle in, though, going on a 16-0 run in the second half, propelling them to a 73-60 win at the WVU Coliseum.
Williamson’s late 3, Marshall’s free throw lift Niagara past Siena 69-68 in Metro Atlantic opener
Jahari Williamson knocked down a 3-pointer with 38 seconds left to tie the game and Jaeden Marshall hit the first of two free throws with eight seconds remaining to lift Niagara to a 69-68 win over Siena in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference opener Friday night. Justice Smith had 17 points and added seven rebounds for the Purple Eagles (4-5, 1-0). Olumide Adelodun shot 6 for 12, including 1 for 4 from beyond the arc to add 13 points.
Dinkins’ 18 lead Duquesne past Delaware 80-66
Tre Dinkins' 18 points helped Duquesne defeat Delaware 80-66 on Friday night. Dinkins had five rebounds for the Dukes (2-7). Kareem Rozier scored 14 points while going 3 of 11 from the floor, including 1 for 5 from 3-point range, and 7 for 9 from the line and added five assists.
England in complete control after rookie hat-trick hero stuns Kiwis before Stokes goes bang
England are in complete control against New Zealand and hold a second innings lead of 533 runs at stumps on day two in Wellington.
How Greenlaw, Hufanga are impacting 49ers with returns imminent
The San Francisco 49ers need a spark, and two returning defense stars might be able to provide that boost.
Video: Nate Diaz throws water bottle at Islam Makhachev and team backstage at UFC 310 weigh-ins
Nate Diaz threw a water bottle at UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev and his team backstage at the UFC 310 weigh-ins. It's unclear what sparked the backstage disturbance at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, but Diaz was captured on video being corraled by
Islam Makhachev not interested in potential UFC title fight vs. Ilia Topuria: ‘I don’t need his name’
LAS VEGAS – Islam Makhachev seems to be done welcoming challengers from 145 pounds. Makhachev, UFC lightweight champion, has defended his title twice against Alexander Volkanovski, who was then champion of the featherweight division. Still reigning…
Mets signing reliever Clay Holmes to three-year deal
The Mets are in agreement with former Yankees reliever Clay Holmes on a three-year contract worth $38 million.
Photos: UFC 310 ceremonial weigh-ins and faceoffs
Check out these photos from the UFC 310 ceremonial weigh-ins and fighter faceoffs, ahead of the pay-per-view event taking place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas (Photos by Ken Hathaway, MMA Junkie)
Mets land ex-Yankees closer Clay Holmes on 3-year, $38 million deal, reportedly plan to convert him to starter
Well, that's one Yankees star headed to the Mets.
Giants add two newcomers to front office, make Evans hire official
The San Francisco Giants added four new members to Buster Posey's front office on Friday, including Pike Goldschmidt as director of baseball strategy.
UFC 310 final faceoff: Alexandre Pantoja, Kai Asakura get last intense look
LAS VEGAS – UFC flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja and title challenger Kai Asakura got one final look at one another Friday ahead of Saturday's fight. The two fighters headline UFC 310 at T-Mobile Arena (pay-per-view, ESPN, ESPN+). Friday, they