A University of Akon basketball fan looks at his phone before the game against Toledo, Jan. 27, 2026, at James A Rhodes Arena in Akron, Ohio.
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Sports Betting Continues its Transformation of Fan Engagement

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A University of Akon basketball fan looks at his phone before the game against Toledo, Jan. 27, 2026, at James A Rhodes Arena in Akron, Ohio.
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Sports Betting Continues its Transformation of Fan Engagement

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Apr 19, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Devin Vassell (24) reacts after scoring a three-point basket during the second half of game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Portland Trail Blazers at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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The 2026 NBA Playoffs Are Set Up to Be the Most Unpredictable Postseason in Years

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Kentucky Derby 152 contender Albus on the track with exercise rider Antonio Garcia aboard for training at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. The horse is trained by Riley Mott. April 20, 2026
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Basketball Analytics Can Learn a Lot from Horse Racing

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Apr 18, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) is fouled by Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) as he handles the ball during the first half in game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Ball Arena.
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Apr 19, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Devin Vassell (24) reacts after scoring a three-point basket during the second half of game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Portland Trail Blazers at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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The 2026 NBA Playoffs Are Set Up to Be the Most Unpredictable Postseason in Years

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Kentucky Derby 152 contender Albus on the track with exercise rider Antonio Garcia aboard for training at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. The horse is trained by Riley Mott. April 20, 2026
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Basketball Analytics Can Learn a Lot from Horse Racing

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Apr 18, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) is fouled by Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) as he handles the ball during the first half in game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Ball Arena.
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Do the Nuggets Have the Most Difficult Path to the NBA Finals?

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Apr 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luke Kennard (10) and center Deandre Ayton (5) celebrate against the Houston Rockets in the second half during game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Lakers Cannot Afford a Repeat of Their Game 1 Performance

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Mar 1, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (7) drives to the basket during the second half against the Philadelphia 76ers at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit:
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Apr 5, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; View of a New Jersey Devils logo on a jersey worn by a member of the team during the second period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
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New Jersey Devils Hit Home Run With Sunny Mehta Hire

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Apr 15, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Ryan Greene (20) celebrates his goal against the San Jose Sharks with center Ryan Donato (8) during the third period at United Center. Mandatory Credit:
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Grading Every Chicago Blackhawks Player’s 2025-26 Season

The Blackhawks wrapped up yet another disappointing season, but there are still things to be positive about. The team finished with the most...

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Chris Johnson Is Officially on Packers Draft Watch

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Dime Dropper Became the Critical Voice Clippers Fans Never Had

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Apr 7, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Nique Clifford (5) drives to the basket against Golden State Warriors forward/center Charles Bassey (28) in the second quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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Nov 24, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley (4) tries to block a shot by Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram (3) during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
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Dec 21, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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Feb 24, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson speaks at the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Kentucky Derby 152 contender Albus on the track with exercise rider Antonio Garcia aboard for training at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. The horse is trained by Riley Mott. April 20, 2026
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Basketball Analytics Can Learn a Lot from Horse Racing

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Do the Nuggets Have the Most Difficult Path to the NBA Finals?

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Mar 27, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; New York Yankees pitcher Camilo Doval (75) throws a pitch against the San Francisco Giants during the eighth inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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After an 8-2 start, the runaway subway in the Bronx has stalled. The Yankees have slid to 13-9, a mark saved by a...