St. John's, Rick Pitino to face Kentucky in 2025 matchup - ESPN
St. John's is replacing UCLA in the CBS Sports Classic and will face Kentucky next season on Dec. 20, the network announced Thursday.
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NBA betting - Bets that stand out for Thursday's playoff games - ESPN
The 2025 NBA playoffs continue Thursday with a pair of Game 6's. Two teams are vying for a spot in the next round, and two are trying to stave off elimination and force a decisive Game 7.
Timberwolves repeatedly troll Lakers after Game 5 win - ESPN
The Minnesota Timberwolves did not let up on the Los Angeles Lakers after eliminating them 4-1 in the first round of the NBA playoffs.
Coco Gauff sweeps Iga Swiatek to reach first Madrid final - ESPN
Coco Gauff overpowered defending champion Iga Swiatek 6-1, 6-1 to reach the Madrid Open singles final for the first time Thursday.
Lakers' early NBA playoffs exit a blow to betting public - ESPN
Entering the playoffs, more money had been wagered on the Los Angeles Lakers to win the Finals than on any other team at multiple sportsbooks. That money will be staying with the house.
Reds demote struggling ex-closer Alexis Diaz, call up Luis Mey - ESPN
The Cincinnati Reds optioned reliever Alexis Diaz to Louisville on Friday and called up fellow right-hander Luis Mey from the Triple-A club.
Jets coach sounds off after Mark Scheifele injured in win - ESPN
Although he didn't have an immediate update on Mark Scheifele's condition Wednesday night, Winnipeg Jets coach Scott Arniel voiced his frustrations about the play that left him without his star center.
Kings vs. Oilers: Los Angeles' first-round Stanley Cup playoffs 'curse' meets its latest test - ESPN
The Los Angeles Kings ' hunt for their third Stanley Cup starts in the same place as every other team in the playoffs — the first round.