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Michael Rothstein shares how Ramla Ali got here, and how she's already made history. It's been 20 years since Allen Iverson's infamous rant, the one you've seen clips of pretty much everywhere, where Iverson goes off in response to a question about his practice habits. That roughly one-minute sound bite has come to be one of the most lasting moments of Iverson's career...but it was the rest of that press conference that truly offers a window into Iverson's life and career. It was the culmination of frustrating ends to two consecutive seasons, grief over the murder of his best friend...and the microscope he had been under since he was 17 years old.
The biggest night in CFB was a thriller until the very end, with Georgia and Alabama trading touchdowns late into the fourth quarter. The AFC playoffs will see the Raiders travel to Cincinnati to take on Joe Burrow - who's in danger from Las Vegas DE Maxx Crosby, the Patriots and Bills grinding through single digit temperatures, and T.J. Bill Barnwell helps us make sense of every playoff game, under-the-radar player and storylines you may have missed, and what comes next. Former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores filed a lawsuit this week against the NFL and three teams, alleging discrimination and racism in their hiring practices. The suit includes shocking details, alleging that Dolphins owner Stephen Ross offered Flores $100,000 per loss to improve the team's draft position. Flores also allegedly learned that the New York Giants' head coaching job he was set to interview for was no longer available, through an accidental text from Bill Belichick.
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When the kitten crawled onto the field during the bottom of the sixth in a 2017 game against the Kansas Cit Royals, Yadier Molina proceeded to hit a go-ahead grand slam on the very next pitch. Hear the story of the all-out search that followed for the Rally Cat, and the heated fight over where it should live. The NFL longsnapper lives and dies in football's "game of inches." These unsung heroes have to aim the ball and get it to the kicker when the game is on the line.
With data, experts, and extensive interviews, the Jalen question is finally resolved. You may have heard that the NBA has just gone through the most dramatic offseason in memory. The league also has more star talent right now, top to bottom, than it has in years. And anyone who's telling you that they know who's going to win it all is a liar.
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Masvidal owns the record for fastest knockout in UFC history - five seconds - and got his start fighting in backyard brawls organized by Kimbo Slice. After spending time with Masvidal in his hometown of Miami, ESPN's Brett Okamoto talks with Mina Kimes about the man they call "Gamebred" and his rapid rise to superstardom. Tonight on ESPN, the Rockets - led by a reunited James Harden and Russell Westbrook - play host to the LA Clippers. But Houston's superstars share a complex past, which they are hoping will lead to a mutually beneficial future. NBA analyst Kirk Goldsberry joins Mina Kimes to explore how the Harden-Westbrook relationship will shape the Rockets' season.
Complete games are almost nonexistent, and the average outing for a starter has shrunk to barely scratching five innings. The numbers say pitching fewer innings is smart strategically...but is it good for the game and for fans? Jeff Passan explains to us how the position that was once the workhorse, has been reduced to a show pony...and what, if anything, can be done to fix it. It's a story so crazy it seems destined for a Hollywood treatment. Several weeks ago, reports of a mysterious fake cricket league run out of a rural town in India captured worldwide attention.
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ESPN investigative reporter Steve Fainaru brings us his latest reporting on what happened inside the NBA China academies, and how the league is addressing these concerns. The NBA bubble has finally come to a close, with the LA Lakers crowned champion, and no positive COVID tests throughout. The impressive feat has set a high bar for sports in the pandemic. ESPN's Malika Andrews was the longest tenured reporter inside the NBA bubble, and she returns to the show to chronicle her exit from Orlando, and reflect on what it all meant. She's joined by ESPN producer Malinda Adams, who was also on site from Day One. And, we get some insights on what's next for the 2021 NBA season.
Then, Andrea Adelson previews tonight's College Football Championship, Ohio State vs. Alabama, on the scene from Miami. The NFC and AFC Conference Championship games kick off this weekend with some of the best matchups...and most compelling storylines in recent memory. Will Aaron Rodgers redeem his abysmal Week 6 performance against Tom Brady and the Bucs? With Patrick Mahomes' status in limbo, who will be the X Factor between the Chiefs and Bills?
Bill Barnwell brings us up to speed on all of Sunday's NFL action. Plus US Soccer alum, Angel City FC co-owner, and "Laughter Permitted" podcast host Julie Foudy talks about the rise in viewers for women's sports. This Sunday in the NFL solidified the post-season fates of teams like the Seahawks and Bills. The games also showcased high-scoring offenses across the league like the Chiefs, Saints, Ravens, and Cowboys. Bill Barnwell joins the show to assess how and why scoring has increased, and how these high powered offenses will fare in each conference come playoffs.
So today, ESPN collectibles expert Dan Hajducky takes care to bring us a massive story about sports cards as investments, and one dance between card collectors that has seemed to last forever. Aaron Judge is having one of the greatest offensive seasons in baseball history. He's on his way to setting the American League record for home runs in a season, and is on pace to claim the Triple Crown, something that has only been done once since 1967.
Sundays slate of NFL games brought a few wild endings and surprising upsets. The Cardinals beat the Seahawks in the final minute of overtime. The Browns defeated the Bengals thanks to a last second Baker Mayfield touchdown pass. Todd Gurley accidentally scored a touchdown for the Falcons, setting up Matthew Stafford to deliver a Lions touchdown on the final play of the game - giving the Falcons another new way to lose. Bill Barnwell breaks down this Sundays NFL action, and whats at stake ahead of the NFL trade deadline, just 8 days away. Plus, Khabib Nurmagomedov claimed his 29th straight victory on Saturday.
Then, Pablo pays tribute to the late Gerry Marsden, former anthem singer for Liverpool FC. Excited beyond belief after a cancelled 2020 tournament, ESPN's Myron Medcalf is your guide. What's happened with the bluebloods, as Duke, Kentucky, and Michigan State fight to make it to the Big Dance? How have the starts and stops of this pandemic season helped or hurt contenders?
In the end, the Urban Meyer era in Jacksonville lasted just 13 games. Meyer was fired with a 2-11 record in Jacksonville, but it was issues off the field that ultimately doomed his tenure with the club. Bill Barnwell explains what the firing means for Meyer, Jacksonville, and the rest of the NFL.
Last year, Watson was accused of sexual misconduct and inappropriate behavior by multiple massage therapists, and there are currently 22 pending civil lawsuits against him. The Watson trade comes on the heels of a Texas grand jury declining to indict Watson on criminal charges, which re-ignited interest for several NFL teams, including Cleveland, who went big to make the trade happen. However, Watson could still face disciplinary action from the NFL as a result of the allegations. Mina Kimes discusses the timeline of events surrounding Watson, and what his deal means for the NFL at large.
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