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The 2026 NBA Combine has ended, and scouts are preparing for the NBA draft. Ja'Kobi Gillespie from Tennessee stood out by scoring 24 points in a scrimmage and showing strong shooting skills, boosting his chances to be chosen in the draft.
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The 2026 NBA Combine is completed.
Scouts use the Combine to evaluate players for the NBA draft.
Ja'Kobi Gillespie scored 24 points in the first half of a scrimmage at the Combine.
He made five three-point shots in a short time, impressing scouts.
Gillespie is seen as a potential instant-offense player for NBA teams.
Despite being smaller than many players, he showed strong shooting and playmaking skills.
Most predictions place him late in the second round of the draft.
His Combine performance could help him be picked earlier than expected.
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ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith praised New York Knicks player Jalen Brunson for his strong performance in the NBA playoffs. Brunson is leading the Knicks as their top player and has helped them achieve an eight-game winning streak, including a recent victory in the Eastern Conference Finals.
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Stephen A. Smith gave a positive endorsement of Jalen Brunson on ESPN's "First Take."
Brunson is the Knicks' main player and primary scorer during the playoffs.
Brunson’s playoff scoring average is 29.5 points per game, the second-highest in Knicks history.
Brunson was drafted in the 33rd round of the 2018 NBA Draft and was not expected to reach his current level.
The Knicks recently won eight straight games, including a sweep of the Philadelphia 76ers.
The Knicks defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
The Knicks play Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Cavaliers at Madison Square Garden.
Knicks fans hope Brunson can help the team win their first NBA championship in over 50 years.
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Kyle Busch, a famous NASCAR driver who won more races than any other driver in the sport’s three main series, has died at age 41. He was also a two-time champion in the top-level Cup Series.
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Kyle Busch was a well-known NASCAR driver.
He won the most races in the three main NASCAR series combined.
Busch was the Cup Series champion twice.
He died at the age of 41.
His death marks a significant loss in the NASCAR community.
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England cricket player Ollie Robinson has been recalled to play in the first Test match against New Zealand after being previously dropped. Stuart Broad expressed surprise at Robinson’s return, questioning why he was not used earlier, especially during the Ashes series in Australia. Robinson is considered a very skilled bowler but has faced fitness issues and concerns about his attitude.
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Ollie Robinson was dropped from the England cricket team after the India tour in 2024.
He was recalled for the first Test against New Zealand starting on 4 June at Lord’s.
Robinson has taken 76 wickets in 20 Test matches, with an average of 22.92.
He has had fitness problems, including back issues in recent games.
Several England fast bowlers are unavailable due to injury or other commitments.
Stuart Broad is surprised by Robinson’s recall and wonders why he was not selected for the Ashes series.
England cricket director Rob Key said Robinson is back to full fitness and is a world-class bowler.
Robinson has performed well recently for Sussex, taking 18 wickets in six games.
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The Utah Jazz could speed up their team rebuilding by drafting Darryn Peterson, a versatile guard from Kansas, in the 2026 NBA Draft. Experts say Peterson can play many roles on the court and would fit well alongside the Jazz’s current players.
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The 2026 NBA Combine has finished, and the NBA Draft is approaching.
Darryn Peterson, a 6-foot-6 combo guard from Kansas, is projected to be picked second overall by the Utah Jazz in a recent mock draft.
Peterson can play both with the ball and off the ball, giving the Jazz multiple ways to use him.
Utah’s coach, Will Hardy, can use Peterson in many different roles depending on the team’s needs.
Peterson has been linked to other teams like the Chicago Bulls and Memphis Grizzlies, so his final destination is not certain.
Experts believe adding Peterson could help Utah rebuild their team faster.
Mock drafts show some agreement on top players but differ on where Peterson will be picked.
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The 2026 NBA draft is approaching, and mock drafts after the NBA Combine suggest BYU’s AJ Dybantsa will be the top pick. Analysts say Dybantsa is a great fit for the Washington Wizards because of his skills near the basket and advanced footwork.
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The 2026 NBA Combine recently took place.
NBA mock drafts have been updated since the Combine.
AJ Dybantsa from BYU is projected to be the first pick in the 2026 NBA draft.
CBS Sports analyst Isaac Trotter supports this projection.
Dybantsa is known for scoring near the basket, with over 40% of his shots close to the rim.
He is praised for his footwork and ability to pressure opponents.
The Washington Wizards are expected to pick first and see Dybantsa as a perfect fit for their team.
The Wizards aim to improve in the Eastern Conference with this pick.
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Philadelphia Eagles player Nolan Smith Jr. was arrested in Georgia for driving 135 mph in a 70 mph zone. He was charged with speeding and reckless driving, posted bond, and will have a court date in July.
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Nolan Smith Jr. is an edge rusher for the Philadelphia Eagles.
He was arrested on May 15 in Twiggs County, Georgia.
The charge was for driving nearly double the speed limit (135 mph in a 70 mph zone).
Smith paid bond and was released about an hour after arrest.
He has played three seasons with the Eagles and was key in their recent Super Bowl run.
Smith suffered a torn triceps during the Super Bowl but stayed in the game.
His court date is set for July 15, and he may avoid appearing if he pays fines.
Another Eagles player from Georgia, Jalen Carter, also faced legal issues for reckless driving in 2023.
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The Cleveland Cavaliers lost a big lead in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the New York Knicks. Former Cavaliers player Channing Frye criticized James Harden’s defense and suggested that the coach should bench him until his defense improves.
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The Cavaliers lost a 22-point lead in the fourth quarter of Game 1 against the Knicks.
The Knicks targeted James Harden on defense, especially in one-on-one situations.
Knicks guard Jalen Brunson scored 16 of his 38 points in the fourth quarter while Harden was defending him.
Knicks coach Mike Brown said the strategy was to attack Harden frequently.
Channing Frye, a former Cavs champion, said Harden should be benched for playing poor defense.
Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson said he never thought about benching Harden because he believes Harden is a good isolation defender.
Game 2 of the series is scheduled for Thursday at 8 p.m. ET.
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After the 2026 NBA Combine in Chicago, Michigan college basketball player Morez Johnson Jr. impressed teams with his athletic abilities and skills. His strong performance confirmed that he is likely to be chosen in the first round of the upcoming NBA draft.
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The 2026 NBA Combine lets college players show off their physical skills and basketball ability to NBA teams.
Morez Johnson Jr. from Michigan was highlighted as one of the best performers at the event.
His size and reach match those of successful NBA players like Naz Reid and Wendell Carter Jr.
Johnson showed strong athleticism with a 39-inch vertical jump and a very fast pro agility drill time.
He made 17 out of 25 three-point shots at the shooting drill, an improvement from his college season.
Johnson played an important role in Michigan winning the national championship this year.
Experts expect him to be an easy choice in the first round of the NBA draft.
His combine results support what scouts already saw in his game play.
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Jens Berthel Askou has left Scottish football club Motherwell to become head coach of French team Toulouse. Askou led Motherwell to a strong league finish and European competition qualification in the 2025-26 season.
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Jens Berthel Askou is a Danish coach who joined Motherwell last summer and has now moved to Toulouse in France.
He helped Motherwell finish fourth in the Scottish Premiership, securing European football for the club.
Toulouse, a Ligue 1 team, will replace their current coach Carles Martinez Novell with Askou.
Motherwell agreed on a compensation deal with Toulouse for Askou’s departure.
Under Askou, Motherwell had one of their best defensive records and fewest losses since 1959.
The club expects some player departures but has extended key players’ contracts until 2028.
Askou described his time at Motherwell as an amazing journey supported by players, staff, and fans.
Motherwell aims to build on this season’s success despite the coaching change.
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Jaden Bradley, a basketball player from Arizona, impressed scouts at the 2026 NBA Draft Combine. His strong performance improved his chances of being picked earlier in the NBA draft, likely in the second round.
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The 2026 NBA Draft Combine recently ended.
The Combine helps players improve their standing before the NBA draft.
Jaden Bradley played well at the Combine, scoring 10 points, giving 7 assists, and grabbing 5 rebounds in a scrimmage.
He is a point guard who can do many things on the court, including driving to the basket, shooting mid-range, and passing well.
Before the Combine, Bradley was expected to be chosen in the late second round.
His strong showing may move him to an earlier spot in the draft’s second round.
Bradley’s NBA earnings will likely surpass what he would get from college Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals.
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New York City will offer 1,000 World Cup tickets at a lower price of $50 to city residents. These tickets will include free bus rides to the games at MetLife Stadium and will be distributed by lottery to prevent resale.
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Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced 1,000 tickets for $50 each for New York City residents.
The tickets cover seven of eight games held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
The July 19 final tickets cost up to $33,000 and are not included in the $50 offer.
Tickets come with free round-trip bus transportation to the stadium.
Tickets are non-transferable and will be given directly to fans on game day.
Residency will be verified by city officials using various methods.
The discounted tickets come from the New York and New Jersey host committee’s allocation, not directly from FIFA.
FIFA had previously offered some $60 tickets, but those were distributed through national teams, not directly to fans.
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The 2026 NBA Combine concluded with Cincinnati’s Baba Miller being named the biggest winner by a sports analyst. Miller impressed scouts with his athletic tests, scoring 20 points in a scrimmage and showing strong skills as a forward. His performance is expected to improve his chances as a draft pick, likely in the second round.
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The 2026 NBA Combine just finished, where basketball players show their skills to team scouts.
Baba Miller from Cincinnati stood out for his size, speed, and scoring ability.
He scored 20 points in the first scrimmage, demonstrating versatility by scoring inside and making three-pointers.
Miller has good height for a forward and strong abilities in passing, rebounding, and finishing plays.
He averaged a double-double and 3.7 assists per game in his senior college season.
Miller was not chosen for the first round in the NBA draft but could rise in the second round due to his combine performance.
Scouts are paying close attention to Miller’s combination of size, skill, and athleticism.
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Harry Maguire, a defender for Manchester United, will not be part of England’s squad for the upcoming World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Maguire announced on social media that he was surprised and upset by the decision, after previously being an important player for England in major tournaments.
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Harry Maguire is a 33-year-old centre back for Manchester United.
England’s World Cup squad manager, Thomas Tuchel, left Maguire out of the team.
Maguire shared on social media that he was “shocked and gutted” by not being selected.
Maguire helped England reach the 2018 World Cup semifinals and the 2020 European Championship final.
He missed Euro 2024 due to injury.
Tuchel first called Maguire back to the national team in March 2025 after a long absence.
Maguire has played 66 games for England and scored seven goals since his debut in 2017.
Other defenders like Marc Guehi and Ezri Konsa have surpassed Maguire in recent team selections.
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Isaiah Hartenstein played a bigger role in the Oklahoma City Thunder’s Game 2 win over the San Antonio Spurs, defending star player Victor Wembanyama. The Thunder coach told Hartenstein before the game that he would play more and take on a more physical defensive role.
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Hartenstein played only 12 minutes in Game 1, which the Thunder lost in double overtime.
In Game 2, he played 27 minutes, scored 10 points, and grabbed 13 rebounds.
He was the main defender on Victor Wembanyama for most of the game.
The Thunder’s coach, Mark Daigneault, informed Hartenstein before Game 2 about his increased role.
Hartenstein said the coach apologized but told him to be ready to play more and do something different.
Hartenstein mentioned the importance of putting the team first and setting ego aside.
Officials allowed Hartenstein to play a physical defense, using pulling, pushing, and grabbing against Wembanyama.
The series moves to San Antonio for Game 3 and 4, starting Friday at 8:30 p.m. ET.
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Tonda Eckert is the head coach of Southampton football club. He led the team to strong wins but is now facing questions after a spying scandal called "Spygate," where a club intern was caught spying on a rival team's training.
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Tonda Eckert took over as Southampton head coach in November 2025 when the team was struggling.
Before coaching Southampton, Eckert worked mostly with youth teams in Germany and Austria.
Eckert won three consecutive Championship manager of the month awards.
Southampton earned more points under Eckert’s leadership than any other club in their league during that time.
An intern named William Salt was caught spying on Middlesbrough's training ground just before a crucial playoff game.
Southampton was punished by being removed from the playoffs and given a point deduction for next season.
It is not yet clear if Eckert was involved in or knew about the spying.
The Football Association is investigating Eckert’s possible role in the scandal, which could affect his job and future.
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New York Knicks coach Mike Brown chose to bench Josh Hart during the fourth quarter of Game 1 against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Landry Shamet replaced him and helped the team make a strong comeback that led to an overtime win. Josh Hart accepted the decision with humility and said he puts the team’s success ahead of his own.
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Mike Brown benched Josh Hart for most of the fourth quarter in Game 1 versus the Cavaliers.
Landry Shamet played in Hart’s place and scored nine points, including a key three-pointer in overtime.
The Knicks overcame a 22-point deficit in the fourth quarter to win the game.
Josh Hart scored 13 points, grabbed seven rebounds, and made four assists in the game.
Hart had the worst plus-minus on the team at -23, while Shamet had the best at +25.
Hart said he has no ego and focuses on helping his teammates succeed.
Game 2 between the Knicks and Cavaliers is scheduled for Thursday at 8 p.m. ET.
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The Giants football team is uncertain about when their key player, wide receiver Malik Nabers, will return to play. Coach John Harbaugh described Nabers' knee injury as complicated and not straightforward.
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Malik Nabers is a wide receiver for the Giants.
He has a knee injury that is not simple.
Coach John Harbaugh provided this information on a Thursday.
The exact timeline for Nabers' return is unknown.
The injury affects the Giants’ team lineup and planning.
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Jalen Williams, a key player for the Oklahoma City Thunder, has a left hamstring injury. His condition will be checked daily to decide if he can play in upcoming games.
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Jalen Williams plays for the Oklahoma City Thunder basketball team.
He has a left hamstring injury.
The injury's recovery will be monitored day by day.
Decisions about his participation in games will depend on how he heals.
This information was reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania.
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Marlins baseball player Robby Snelling will have Tommy John surgery to fix a damaged ligament in his left elbow. This surgery will end his current season.
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Robby Snelling is a baseball prospect for the Marlins team.
He got injured after playing his first major league game.
The injury is to the UCL (ulnar collateral ligament) in his left elbow.
He will have Tommy John surgery to repair this ligament.
Tommy John surgery usually requires a long recovery time.
This surgery means Snelling cannot play for the rest of the season.
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