11:32 PM EDT, Mon March 18, 2024

Timberwolves-Nuggets game preview: Statistics, injury report and analysis

With Karl-Anthony Towns still out after knee surgery, Minnesota might have to rely on Kyle Anderson and Naz Reid to try and limit Denver star and MVP candidate Nikola Jokic.

Timberwolves hold off Jazz behind Anthony Edwards for two-game sweep in Utah

Anthony Edwards had another highlight-reel dunk but Naz Reid was the latest Wolves big man to depart because of injury.
Liberty Ballers 15 mins ago
Sixers Bell Ringer: Sixers hang on to beat the Heat

Sixers Bell Ringer: Sixers hang on to beat the Heat

Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/ The Philadelphia 76ers nearly blew it in the fourth, but held on to defeat the Miami Heat 98-91 on Monday night. Bell Ringer Season Totals: Joel Embiid - 19 Tyrese Maxey - 13 Kelly Oubre Jr. - 8 Tobias Harris - 7 Paul Reed - 4 De’Anthony Melton - 3 Jaden Springer - 3 Ricky Council IV - 2 Buddy Hield - 2 Patrick Beverley - 1 Danuel House Jr. - 1 Furkan Korkmaz - 1 Terquavion Smith - 1 Well, they made it interesting again, but the Philadelphia 76ers ultimately held on for dear life to defeat the Miami Heat 98-91 on Monday night. Both teams...
New York Post 29 mins ago
Buck Showalter returns to MLB Network as analyst after Mets split

Buck Showalter returns to MLB Network as analyst after Mets split

Former Mets manager Buck Showalter is rejoining the television network he called home during the 2020 and 2021 seasons.
Pats Pulpit 30 mins ago
Former Patriots offensive tackle Trent Brown visiting Bengals, per report

Former Patriots offensive tackle Trent Brown visiting Bengals, per report

Photo by Maddie Meyer/ The veteran free agent’s contract with New England voided in February. Trent Brown’s first visit of March will arrive in the AFC North. The Cincinnati Bengals are scheduled to meet with the veteran offensive tackle on Tuesday, according to a report from ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Free-agent OT Trent Brown is scheduled to travel tonight to Cincinnati to meet Tuesday with the Bengals, who lost OT Jonah Williams in free agency to the Cardinals.— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 18, 2024 Brown, 30, had his contract with the New England...
The Seattle Times 41 mins ago
Mariners try to generate excitement in Bryce Miller’s simulated game

Mariners try to generate excitement in Bryce Miller’s simulated game

To make the outing more competitive, the Mariners offered monetary bonuses to anyone who could hit off Miller, who also of course, hit Ty France with a pitch.
Blazer's Edge 52 mins ago
Recap: Blazers Come Back But Fall to Bulls, 110-107

Recap: Blazers Come Back But Fall to Bulls, 110-107

Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports Portland got back into a game they had no business being in, but fell just short. After leading early, the Portland Trail Blazers fell behind by double digits in the third quarter and despite a spirited, three-point-fueled fourth quarter where they retook the lead, couldn’t quite close it out, falling to the Chicago Bulls 110-107. The Blazers got another big night from Deandre Ayton, going for 25 and 15 on 11-17 shooting with most of his damage coming in the first three quarters, as well as 30 points and 9 dimes from Anfernee Simons,...
SFGate 1 hour ago

SF Giants reportedly land reigning Cy Young winner Blake Snell

It took nearly until Opening Day, but the Giants landed the ace they needed.
Baltimore Sun 1 hour ago

Detroit Lions will reportedly sign former Ravens guard to 1-year deal

ALLEN PARK — The Detroit Lions had a hole on their vaunted offensive line after losing Jonah Jackson to the Los Angeles Rams. But they’re reportedly signing former Pro Bowl guard Kevin Zeitler, and his 181 career starts to fill that need, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. With Graham Glasgow back on a three-year deal, the Lions again appear to have one of the most desirable offensive lines in ...
Burnt Orange Nation 1 hour ago
Texas set to host 2026 QB Dia Bell on Tuesday as spring practice opens

Texas set to host 2026 QB Dia Bell on Tuesday as spring practice opens

via Dia Bell The Longhorns have only offered two quarterbacks in the class, but that could change with Bell’s visit. The No. 2 2026 quarterback in the recently-released On3 rankings will be on the Forty Acres on Tuesday as the Texas Longhorns host Fort Lauderdale (Fla.) American Heritage standout Dia Bell with spring practice opening. @TexasFootball tomorrow! #HookEm pic.twitter.com/Y7CpYDgE1p— Dia Bell 2026 QB (@DiaBell3QB1) March 18, 2024 Head coach Steve Sarkisian and quarterbacks coach AJ Milwee are taking a deliberate approach to offering quarterbacks...
Liberty Ballers 1 hour ago
Sixers survive late Heat comeback attempt for second straight win

Sixers survive late Heat comeback attempt for second straight win

Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via The Sixers built a lead as large as 17, but had to hang on for dear life to close out the Heat and win their second straight game Monday night. And exhale. Philadelphia held on to beat the Miami Heat Monday night 98-91. Tyrese Maxey led the Sixers with 30 points, shooting 11-of-24 from the field along with eight rebounds and 10 assists. Kelly Oubre Jr. gave the Sixers 22 points and 11 rebounds, and Kyle Lowry had 16 points and four boards against his old squad. Tobias Harris was once again out with a right ankle sprain, as was...
AZ Snake Pit 1 hour ago
Life in the Minor Leagues: Business Development

Life in the Minor Leagues: Business Development

Sunrise at Hodgetown. When this picture was taken, the first game was six days away, and Sierra McMillan had been working in Amarillo for over a year | Photo by Paul Harris/ A look at a central role that fans rarely see The story starts with a twenty year old intern who only took the job for college credit, with no intention of working in baseball. Eight years later, she’s still working in baseball, and has been part of a group that built a franchise from the ground up, won two championships and many more accolades. Sierra McMillan grew up in San Diego, and remains a...
Pride Of Detroit 1 hour ago
Detroit Lions get widespread praise for Kevin Zeiter addition

Detroit Lions get widespread praise for Kevin Zeiter addition

Photo by Perry Knotts/ Both national and local analysts LOVE the Detroit Lions free agent addition of Kevin Zeitler. On Monday night, news broke that the Detroit Lions have agreed to terms with veteran guard Kevin Zeitler on a one-year deal. Zeitler will likely step into a starting position—almost certainly right guard—giving the Lions offensive line a potential starting five again after losing Jonah Jackson in free agency. Zeitler is a 12-year NFL veteran, meaning he brings a ton of experience to Detroit. In fact, according to Pro Football Reference, Zeitler’s...
CelticsBlog 1 hour ago
Derrick White’s first career triple-double powers Celtics past Pistons, 119-94

Derrick White’s first career triple-double powers Celtics past Pistons, 119-94

Derrick White powered the Celtics to a resounding win over the Pistons on Monday. | David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports Jaylen Brown added 31 and 7 as the surging Celtics notched their sixth straight win. For the vast majority of NBA teams, playing without four catalysts would be a major cause for concern. For the Celtics, it was business as usual Monday night with Jayson Tatum, Jrue Holiday, Al Horford and Sam Hauser sidelined. They still had Jaylen Brown and Derrick White, which never hurts. They were also playing the Pistons, which made life a smidgen easier. Brown...
The Phinsider 1 hour ago
Jeff Wilson Jr. Restructures Contract to Stay in Miami

Jeff Wilson Jr. Restructures Contract to Stay in Miami

Photo by Randy Litzinger/Icon Sportswire via Jeff Wilson’s restructured contract ensures the Miami Dolphins continuity in the backfield. The Miami Dolphins and Jeff Wilson Jr. have agreed on a restructured contract to keep Wilson a Dolphin for the 2024 season. First reported by longtime South Florida sports columnist Barry Jackson, the contract restructure will see Wilson’s 2024 cap hit decrease from $3.67 million to $2.35, saving the Dolphins roughly $1.3 million against the cap. Wilson can make up the difference in roster bonuses, workouts, and incentives....

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