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Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan resigns after 6 seasons

Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan resigns after 6 seasons

Andrew Seligman, Associated Press  |  Posted April 21 - 8:44 a.m.  |  Save Story

Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan has resigned after six seasons, opting to step aside rather than work with a new front office, the team announced Tuesday.
Victor Wembanyama is a unanimous selection as the NBA's defensive player of the year

Victor Wembanyama is a unanimous selection as the NBA's defensive player of the year

Tim Reynolds, Associated Press  |  Updated April 21 - 6:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

There had never been a unanimous NBA Defensive Player of the Year. Until now.
Aloha, PGA Tour. Hawaii will be without a tour event in 2027 for the first time in 56 years

Aloha, PGA Tour. Hawaii will be without a tour event in 2027 for the first time in 56 years

Doug Ferguson, Associated Press  |  Updated April 21 - 6:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

The PGA Tour will not be in Hawaii in 2027 for the first time in 56 years as it moves toward a revamped schedule that no longer will start the season in the middle of the Pacific Ocean.
Yankees right-hander Cam Schlittler says he and his family have received threats from Red Sox fans

Yankees right-hander Cam Schlittler says he and his family have received threats from Red Sox fans

The Associated Press  |  Updated April 21 - 6:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

New York Yankees right-hander Cam Schlittler says he's looking forward to his Fenway Park debut on Thursday against Boston even after revealing his family has received threats from Red Sox fans.
Fernando Mendoza, Diego Pavia, KC Concepcion headline long list of Latino prospects in NFL draft

Fernando Mendoza, Diego Pavia, KC Concepcion headline long list of Latino prospects in NFL draft

The Associated Press  |  Posted April 21 - 4:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Fernando Mendoza and Diego Pavia pulled off an unprecedented double at the Heisman Trophy ceremony in December. It marked the first time in the award's history that two Latino players were finalists.
Eagles, Buccaneers, Cowboys, Jets and Dolphins could be among the active teams in the first round

Eagles, Buccaneers, Cowboys, Jets and Dolphins could be among the active teams in the first round

Rob Maaddi, Associated Press  |  Posted April 21 - 4:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

Six teams enter the first round of the NFL draft without a pick. Six others have two picks apiece.
Hurricanes edge Senators in double overtime after overturned goal, missed penalty shot in OT

Hurricanes edge Senators in double overtime after overturned goal, missed penalty shot in OT

Aaron Beard, Associated Press  |  Posted April 21 - 3:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Carolina Hurricanes had finally beaten a red-hot goaltender for an overtime winner in the NHL playoffs, until a replay review overturned the score.
Kapanen's 2nd goal of game with 1:54 remaining lifts Oilers over Ducks 4-3 in playoff opener

Kapanen's 2nd goal of game with 1:54 remaining lifts Oilers over Ducks 4-3 in playoff opener

The Associated Press  |  Updated April 21 - 1:20 a.m.  |  Save Story

Kasperi Kapanen scored his second goal of the game with 1:54 left in the third period to give the Edmonton Oilers a 4-3 victory over the Anaheim Ducks in the opener of their first-round playoff series Monday night.
Jaden McDaniels calls Nuggets 'all bad defenders' after Timberwolves rally to win Game 2

Jaden McDaniels calls Nuggets 'all bad defenders' after Timberwolves rally to win Game 2

Pat Graham, Associated Press  |  Posted April 21 - 1:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Jaden McDaniels took perhaps his most notable shot after Minnesota's 119-114 playoff win at Denver in Game 2 on Monday night.
Edwards and Randle rally Timberwolves past Nuggets 119-114 to even series at 1 apiece

Edwards and Randle rally Timberwolves past Nuggets 119-114 to even series at 1 apiece

Arnie Stapleton, Associated Press  |  Updated April 21 - 12:41 a.m.  |  Save Story

A big early deficit in Denver didn't bother the Minnesota Timberwolves, who two years ago staged the biggest Game 7 comeback in NBA history, clawing out of a 20-point hole to beat the Nuggets and advance to the Western Conference finals.
Martinook's goal lifts Hurricanes past Senators 3-2 in 2OT after he misses rare OT penalty shot

Martinook's goal lifts Hurricanes past Senators 3-2 in 2OT after he misses rare OT penalty shot

Aaron Beard, Associated Press  |  Updated April 20 - 10:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

Jordan Martinook beat Linus Ullmark from the slot at 13:53 of the second overtime to help the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Ottawa Senators 3-2 on Monday night and take a 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series.
CJ McCollum takes Young's place in Atlanta and as MSG's villain in leading Hawks past the Knicks

CJ McCollum takes Young's place in Atlanta and as MSG's villain in leading Hawks past the Knicks

Brian Mahoney, Associated Press  |  Posted April 20 - 10:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

CJ McCollum was headed for an early summer until the Washington Wizards sent him to the Hawks in January in the trade for Trae Young.
CJ McCollum leads a late rally as the Hawks stun the Knicks 107-106 to tie their series at 1-1

CJ McCollum leads a late rally as the Hawks stun the Knicks 107-106 to tie their series at 1-1

Brian Mahoney, Associated Press  |  Updated April 20 - 10:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

CJ McCollum scored 32 points and the Atlanta Hawks rallied to stun the New York Knicks 107-106 on Monday night, tying their first-round playoff series at one game apiece.
Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz will have elbow surgery and is expected to miss about 3 months

Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz will have elbow surgery and is expected to miss about 3 months

Craig Meyer, Associated Press  |  Updated April 20 - 10:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Los Angeles Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz will undergo surgery to remove loose bodies from his elbow and is expected to miss about three months, the team announced Monday.
Mitchell scores 30, Harden adds 28 as Cavaliers beat Raptors 115-105 for 2-0 series lead

Mitchell scores 30, Harden adds 28 as Cavaliers beat Raptors 115-105 for 2-0 series lead

Joe Reedy, Associated Press  |  Updated April 20 - 9:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

Donovan Mitchell scored 30 points, James Harden added 28 and the Cleveland Cavaliers held on for a 115-105 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night for a 2-0 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round series.
Vladar stops 27 shots as Flyers top Penguins 3-0 to take commanding 2-0 lead in first-round series

Vladar stops 27 shots as Flyers top Penguins 3-0 to take commanding 2-0 lead in first-round series

Will Graves, Associated Press  |  Updated April 20 - 8:49 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dan Vladar stopped 27 shots, rookie Porter Martone scored for the second straight game and the Philadelphia Flyers shut out Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-0 on Monday night to take a 2-0 lead in their best-of-seven first-round series.
Blue Jays bus from Phoenix to Southern California after their charter plane is grounded

Blue Jays bus from Phoenix to Southern California after their charter plane is grounded

Mike Digiovanna, Associated Press  |  Updated April 20 - 8:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

A mechanical issue with their charter plane forced the Toronto Blue Jays to bus from Phoenix to Southern California on Sunday night, a six-hour drive on a dark desert highway that got the team to its Orange County hotel at around 12:30 a.m.
Draymond Green predicts Steve Kerr won't be back. The Warriors can't imagine life without him

Draymond Green predicts Steve Kerr won't be back. The Warriors can't imagine life without him

Janie Mccauley, Associated Press  |  Posted April 20 - 5:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

Draymond Green made one thing clear on podcast Monday morning: He doesn't expect coach Steve Kerr to stick around with the Golden State Warriors.
49ers agree to a 2-year, $50 million contract with star left tackle Trent Williams

49ers agree to a 2-year, $50 million contract with star left tackle Trent Williams

Josh Dubow, Associated Press  |  Updated April 20 - 4:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

The San Francisco 49ers and star left tackle Trent Williams agreed Monday to a two-year, $50 million contract that gives the team clarity about the future of one of its most important players before the NFL draft.
Steelers are still waiting to hear from Aaron Rodgers about returning for a 22nd season

Steelers are still waiting to hear from Aaron Rodgers about returning for a 22nd season

Will Graves, Associated Press  |  Updated April 20 - 4:30 p.m.  |  Save Story

Aaron Rodgers is still weighing whether he wants to play in 2026. The Pittsburgh Steelers are still willing to give him plenty of latitude to decide.