Oliver Miller, member of Toronto Raptors' inaugural team, dead at 54
Oliver Miller, a member of the Toronto Raptors during their inaugural season in 1995-96, has died. He was 54.
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2025 March Madness odds: Back Duke to make Final Four, Maryland to win Big Ten title
March Madness is finally here, folks. The college basketball tournament is truly one of the best times on the sports calendar.
Minnesota fires coach Ben Johnson after four seasons - ESPN
Minnesota fired men's basketball coach Ben Johnson on Thursday after four years of repeatedly rebuilding rosters at his alma mater without coming close to an NCAA tournament appearance as the program fell behind in the rugged and expanded Big Ten.
Five Years Ago, The Sports World Shut Down For Nothing
Somehow, it's now been five years since the sports world shut down over concerns due to COVID-19. A massive unforced error that led to unnecessary panic, years of disruption, and sports media falling over themselves to demand more restrictions.
2025 NFL Draft odds: Tetairoa McMillan favored to be first receiver drafted
As April's NFL Draft approaches, fans are diving into various betting markets for the big event.
Canada's version of March Madness tips off this week
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BFI Excludes Anurag Thakur's Name From Electoral College For Elections
The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) on Wednesday rejected Anurag Thakur's nomination for inclusion in the electoral college finalised for the March 28 elections, saying the former Sports Minister was "ineligible" to represent Himachal Pradesh. Himachal Pradesh Boxing Association (HPBA) had sent Thakur and President Rajesh Bhandari's names. The BFI issued a 60-member electoral college that was finalised after scrutiny. Thakur, a BJP Lok Sabha MP, was expected to contest for BFI president's post. "Mr. Anurag Singh Thakur (Himachal Pradesh Boxing Association) - The State Unit had sent the name, however, he is found ineligible for violation of Boxing Federation of India notice dated 07.03.2025 and National Sports Development Code of India, 2011," BFI said, explaining the decision.
The latest coaching carousel buzz in men's college basketball - ESPN
Where are all the big names?