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Briefing: From Peter Suder to Cameron Boozer: Ranking the top 50 players in men's March Madness

Strategic angle: From mid-major leaders to national superstars, here's who could impact their teams' NCAA tournament runs.

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: 10 vs. 7 upset rankings: Saint Mary's least likely NCAA Tournament No. 7 seed to lose, but here's who could

Strategic angle: A No. 10 seed has beaten a No. 7 seed in each of the last 17 NCAA Tournaments, and here's who's most likely to do so this year.

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: Louisville to be without star Brown against USF

Strategic angle: Louisville star freshman Mikel Brown Jr. is out for the Cardinals' first-round game against South Florida, the school announced Wednesday.

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: UConn's Strong, Fudd headline AP All-Americans

Strategic angle: UConn's Sarah Strong and Azzi Fudd lead the prestigious AP All-America team alongside standout players from other top universities.

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: NBA Power Rankings: Sixth men, rookies and unsung heroes for all 30 teams

Strategic angle: From rookies, veterans and Sixth Man of the Year candidates, NBA insiders break down each team's unsung hero this season.

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: 2026 NBA playoff picture: Standings, tiebreakers, projections as Thunder clinch playoff berth

Strategic angle: With less than a month to go before the start of the 2026 NBA playoffs, here's where things stand.

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: Takeaways from opening week of NFL free agency: Biggest signings, losses for all 32 teams

Strategic angle: Let's break down the main free agency signings, latest buzz on moves and biggest remaining questions for every team.

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: Crosby: I was 'livid' when Ravens nixed trade

Strategic angle: Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby expressed his frustration over the Ravens' decision to cancel a trade deal.

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: NFLPA elects former OL Tretter as next director

Strategic angle: The NFLPA has elected former union chief strategy officer and retired Cleveland Browns offensive lineman JC Tretter as its next executive director.

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: Sources: Dolphins star Achane off-limits in trade

Strategic angle: The Dolphins have informed inquiring teams that De'Von Achane is not available in a trade, sources told ESPN.

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: Ex-reality TV star Holmes repeats Iditarod win

Strategic angle: Former reality TV star Jessie Holmes cruised to a victory in the Iditarod, becoming the third competitor in the race's history to repeat a win.

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: Tiger 'working,' but Masters status still unclear

Strategic angle: Tiger Woods remained mum on his playing status for next month's Masters, telling reporters after the TGL semifinals that his health continues to be up and down.

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: Trucks driver parked for mocking IndyCar racer

Strategic angle: NASCAR driver Daniel Dye faces suspension for inappropriate behavior during a livestream.

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: Biggest questions, projections and more: Storylines to watch ahead of NBA playoffs

Strategic angle: Our NBA Insiders answer the biggest questions facing contenders in the East and West as the regular season winds to a close.

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: Prairie View A&M vs. Lehigh odds, prediction, time: 2026 First Four picks from proven model

Strategic angle: SportsLine's model simulated Prairie View A&M Panthers vs. Lehigh Mountain Hawks and revealed its picks for this First Four 2026 matchup on Wednesday.

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: U.S. laments another WBC loss as star offense lags

Strategic angle: Team USA, boasting one of the most talented rosters ever assembled, failed to live up to its billing Tuesday night and could only watch as Venezuela celebrated its first World Baseball Classic championship.

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: Have Liverpool lost 'chaotic' edge that made them so feared?

Strategic angle: BBC Sport's Umir Irfan looks at why Liverpool have struggled to replicate last season's title-winning form.

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: Dubai withdrawal criticism ridiculous - Sabalenka

Strategic angle: World number one Aryna Sabalenka dismisses criticism of her late withdrawal from the Dubai Championships.

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: Barnwell: The Broncos are all-in, and the Dolphins are all-out ... but does either strategy make sense?

Strategic angle: Denver traded its first-round pick to Miami for Jaylen Waddle. Are the Broncos legit Super Bowl contenders? Are the Dolphins rebuilding in a smart way?

Editorial Staff Mar 18

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Briefing: The 'anti-Lamine' backed to be one of best in world

Strategic angle: Newcastle United defender Lewis Hall renews hostilities with Barcelona star Lamine Yamal, with Kieran Trippier praising his potential.

Editorial Staff Mar 18