In a move that reflects the rapidly evolving landscape of collegiate athletics, Ohio State women’s basketball standout Jacy Sheldon has inked a trailblazing partnership with sneaker brand Crossover Culture, becoming one of the first athletes to sign a name, image, and likeness (NIL) deal with the company. The senior guard, who has been a pivotal force for the Buckeyes this season, leading the team in scoring with an impressive 18 points per game, is the sole female athlete among the initial group of five to join forces with Crossover Culture.

The 2023-24 NBA season has been a rollercoaster ride for Damian Lillard and the Milwaukee Bucks. After being traded from the Portland Trail Blazers last summer, Lillard faced what he called “the hardest transition” of his life, dealing with not only an on-court adjustment but also personal challenges off the court. Lillard’s arrival in Milwaukee was meant to bolster the Bucks’ championship aspirations, but the reality has been far more complicated.

As the Detroit Tigers inch closer to opening day, the battle for rotation spots intensifies. Today, right-hander Casey Mize takes the mound for his final audition of the spring, as the Tigers face off against the Minnesota Twins in a Grapefruit League exhibition. Mize, the Tigers’ former No. 1 overall pick, is making his return from back and elbow surgeries that sidelined him for the entirety of the 2022 campaign. His performance this spring has been encouraging, with a 3.

The 2024 Major League Baseball season kicked off in spectacular fashion with the first regular-season game played in South Korea, pitting the Los Angeles Dodgers against their National League West rivals, the San Diego Padres. The highly anticipated “Seoul Series” promised a thrilling clash between two powerhouse teams, featuring some of the game’s biggest stars. Game 1 of the series lived up to the hype, delivering a rollercoaster of emotions and unforgettable moments.

The Denver Nuggets will be shorthanded when they host the defending champion Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night. Young forward Zeke Nnaji has been ruled out due to lingering lower back pain, marking yet another setback in his injury-riddled campaign. While the 23-year-old’s absence is unlikely to drastically impact the outcome given his limited role, it underscores the Nuggets’ depth issues early in the season. Nnaji was expected to shoulder more responsibility this year after showing flashes of potential last season, but the nagging back woes have stunted his development so far.

After years of being blacked out from streaming Dodgers games locally without a cable TV subscription, fans can finally cut the cord in 2024. Spectrum Networks announced this week that it will offer a streaming option for SportsNet LA - the Dodgers’ regional sports network. However, there’s a catch. The streaming service for Dodgers games will only be available as part of a broader bundle that includes Spectrum internet and mobile phone services.

In the world of college lacrosse, goalies often toil in relative obscurity, their heroics overshadowed by the explosive offensive talents that dominate highlight reels. However, this past week, one netminder’s outstanding performance demanded recognition, as Syracuse University’s Will Mark was named the ACC Defensive Player of the Week. Mark, a fifth-year senior who transferred to Syracuse from LIU before the 2023 season, etched his name in the record books with a remarkable 17-save effort against No.

As the 2024 MLB season dawns, the Los Angeles Dodgers find themselves already grappling with a depleted pitching staff due to a spate of injuries. In a move that didn’t catch many by surprise, the team placed four pitchers on the 10-day injured list: Walker Buehler, Emmet Sheehan, Brusdar Graterol, and Blake Treinen. The decision to start Buehler on the IL was announced early in Spring Training, as the Dodgers look to exercise caution with their ace after he missed the entire 2023 campaign while recovering from his second Tommy John surgery.

The Lightning struck twice on Tuesday night, as Nikita Kucherov delivered a virtuoso performance to lead the Tampa Bay Lightning to a thrilling 5-3 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights. The Russian superstar tallied a goal and three assists, cementing his place atop the NHL scoring race with 118 points, surpassing Colorado’s Nathan MacKinnon. Kucherov’s brilliance was on full display at T-Mobile Arena, marking the seventh time this season he has recorded at least four points in a single game.

In a pivotal game for their playoff push, the Dallas Mavericks relied on the all-around brilliance of Luka Doncic to grind out a 113-107 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night. Despite an uncharacteristically poor shooting night, Doncic stuffed the stat sheet with 18 points, 16 assists, and 10 rebounds, recording his eighth triple-double in the last 10 games. The Slovenian superstar’s impact was perhaps most evident in the final decisive stretch.

In a stunning turn of events at the Big West Conference Tournament semifinals, fourth-seeded Long Beach State pulled off a major upset, knocking off top-seeded UC Irvine 83-79 in a thriller. The star of the show was Aboubacar Traore, who poured in 20 points to go along with 8 rebounds and 7 assists to lead the Beach to victory. Long Beach State came out firing on all cylinders, riding the hot shooting of Marcus Tsohonis who had 10 first-half points.

As the Los Angeles Dodgers gear up for the highly anticipated Seoul Series, their pitching staff has taken a hit with four hurlers landing on the 10-day injured list. The move, which was finalized on Monday evening, sees aces Walker Buehler and Brusdar Graterol, along with Emmet Sheehan and Blake Treinen, sidelined for the time being. Buehler’s inclusion on the IL comes as no surprise, as the Dodgers had previously announced their intentions to ease the right-hander back into action after he missed the entire 2023 campaign while recovering from his second Tommy John surgery.

The Minnesota Timberwolves’ injury woes continued to escalate on Monday night as forward Naz Reid was forced to exit the game against the Utah Jazz due to a concerning head injury. The incident occurred during a scrum for a defensive rebound, where Reid’s head was inadvertently struck by the hip and arm of Jazz forward John Collins. Reid, who had been instrumental in the Wolves’ efforts with 17 points, four rebounds, and a block in the first half, immediately displayed visible signs of distress.

In the world of professional basketball, where players’ bodies are pushed to the limits, one name stands out for an extraordinary feat – Mikal Bridges. The Brooklyn Nets forward has etched his name in the annals of the NBA with an ironman streak that has reached an impressive 624 consecutive games, spanning his time at Villanova, the Phoenix Suns, and now, the Nets. As Bridges steps onto the court for his 500th consecutive NBA game against the New Orleans Pelicans, the spotlight shines brightly on this remarkable achievement.

The Minnesota Timberwolves’ injury woes continued to mount on Monday night as forward Naz Reid was forced to exit the game against the Utah Jazz due to a concerning head injury. The incident occurred in the first half when Reid contested a shot and established positioning for a potential rebound. As John Collins of the Jazz went airborne for a put-back dunk attempt, the momentum of his body carried him into an inadvertent collision with Reid.

In a concerning development for the San Antonio Spurs, center Zach Collins has entered the NBA’s concussion protocol after suffering a head injury during Sunday’s game against the Brooklyn Nets. The incident occurred when Collins hit his head on the court surface, but he initially seemed fine and continued playing. However, symptoms of a potential concussion only manifested themselves on Monday morning when Collins woke up feeling unwell. As a precautionary measure, the Spurs promptly placed the 25-year-old in the league’s concussion protocol, ruling him out of at least Monday’s game against the Dallas Mavericks.

The most electrifying time of the year for college basketball fans has arrived - March Madness is officially underway! The 2023 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament tipped off this week with the highly anticipated First Four games on March 19th and 20th. These play-in games determined the final four teams to complete the coveted 68-team field. The action intensifies from here as the newly minted First Round gets underway on March 21st and 22nd with a slam-packed two-day, 32-game slate.

In a seismic shift that could reverberate across college sports, Clemson University has filed a lawsuit against the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC), challenging the conference’s grip on media rights and hefty exit fees. The move by the Tigers signals their intent to explore more lucrative opportunities beyond the ACC’s confines. The lawsuit, filed in Pickens County, South Carolina, on Tuesday, takes direct aim at the ACC’s grant of rights and withdrawal penalties, which Clemson deems “unconscionable” and “unenforceable.

San Antonio Spurs center Zach Collins has been placed in the NBA’s concussion protocol after sustaining a head injury during Sunday’s game against the Brooklyn Nets. According to reports, Collins hit his head on the court during the game but initially seemed fine. However, symptoms began to surface the following morning, prompting the team to take precautionary measures. The Spurs announced on Monday that Collins would miss at least the upcoming game against the Dallas Mavericks as he undergoes evaluation and testing required by the league’s concussion protocol.

Konstantin Koltsov, the 42-year-old former Olympic hockey player and boyfriend of world #2 tennis star Aryna Sabalenka, has died by an apparent suicide, according to police reports. The tragic incident occurred early Monday morning at the upscale St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort in Miami, where Koltsov jumped from a balcony. The Miami-Dade Police Department stated that “no foul play is suspected” in Koltsov’s death, which is now under investigation by the homicide bureau as is standard protocol for apparent suicides.

The Washington Wizards’ injury woes continue to mount as they prepare to face the Houston Rockets on Tuesday night. Kyle Kuzma, the team’s versatile forward, is now listed as questionable due to left shoulder soreness, adding to the growing list of players sidelined for the struggling Wizards. Kuzma’s potential absence would be a significant blow for Washington, as he has been one of the team’s most consistent performers this season. The 27-year-old is averaging 21.

While P.J. Washington’s shooting numbers from beyond the arc have left much to be desired since joining the Dallas Mavericks at the NBA trade deadline, the 6-foot-7 forward has more than made up for it with his stellar defense. Washington, acquired from the Charlotte Hornets in February, has struggled mightily to find his stroke from 3-point range with his new team. The 24-year-old is shooting just 25.3% from deep on over five attempts per game as a Maverick.

Basketball fans and bettors are in for a treat on Tuesday night as the Orlando Magic host the Charlotte Hornets in an intriguing Eastern Conference matchup. The Magic have been one of the surprise packages this season, compiling an impressive 40-28 record to sit comfortably in the playoff positions. Meanwhile, the rebuilding Hornets have struggled mightily with just 17 wins from 68 games played. However, as any savvy NBA bettor knows, records can be deceiving when it comes to predicting individual game outcomes.

In the world of Olympic basketball, one nation stands tall above the rest, casting a shadow of dominance that spans decades. The United States of America, the birthplace of this iconic game, has etched its name as the undisputed champion, amassing an astonishing 25 gold medals across both the men’s and women’s events. Since the sport’s debut at the Berlin 1936 Olympics for men and the Montreal 1976 Games for women, the USA has left an indelible mark on the hardwood, cementing its status as a basketball powerhouse.

In a candid revelation, Pakistani fast bowler Naseem Shah has shed light on the prevailing culture of insecurity within the national cricket team. The young pacer’s comments highlight the underlying fears and lack of clarity that often plague players, particularly when it comes to taking much-needed breaks for rest and recovery. Shah, who missed out on the recent 50-over World Cup in India due to a shoulder injury, admitted to feeling anxious about losing his spot in the team because of his absence.

In a move aimed at strengthening their bowling attack ahead of the 2024 T20 World Cup, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has roped in former Pakistan pacer Aaqib Javed as the national team’s fast bowling coach. The 50-year-old, who is currently serving as the director of cricket operations and head coach of the Lahore Qalandars in the Pakistan Premier League, will work with the Sri Lankan side until the conclusion of the marquee ICC event scheduled to be held in the West Indies and USA.

Emma Hayes’ Chelsea took a massive step towards reaching the UEFA Women’s Champions League semi-finals by dispatching Ajax 3-0 in the first leg of their quarter-final tie in Amsterdam. A Lauren James strike and a Sjoeke Nusken brace gave the Blues a commanding advantage ahead of the second leg at Stamford Bridge. While Ajax had threatened early on through Romee Leuchter’s effort that struck the post, it was the English champions who drew first blood.

The New Orleans Pelicans have been making waves in the Western Conference this season, and a large part of their success can be attributed to the dominant play of Zion Williamson. The former No. 1 overall pick has taken his game to new heights, emerging as one of the most unstoppable forces in the league. Williamson’s combination of size, strength, and athleticism has proven to be a nightmare for opposing defenses.

As the Dallas Mavericks gear up for a crucial playoff push, one of their mid-season acquisitions, P.J. Washington, has quickly become a pivotal piece of the puzzle. While his offensive struggles from beyond the arc have raised some eyebrows, it’s his stellar defensive prowess that has truly stolen the spotlight, leaving fans and analysts in awe. Acquired from the Charlotte Hornets in a trade deadline deal that also brought Daniel Gafford to Dallas, Washington’s arrival was met with jubilation from the Mavericks faithful.

The Charlotte Hornets could be shorthanded in the backcourt for Tuesday’s matchup against the Orlando Magic, as guard Tre Mann is listed as questionable due to an illness. Mann was a late addition to the injury report, sparking concerns about his status for the crucial Eastern Conference clash. The 22-year-old has been a key contributor for the Hornets this season, averaging 12.3 points, 3.7 assists, and 2.9 rebounds per game. His ability to create offense and facilitate the team’s potent attack has been invaluable, especially with Charlotte’s recent injury woes.