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September 2, 2026
NBA hammers Clippers, Steve Ballmer and Kawhi Leonard following investigation
The NBA handed down sweeping penalties to Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, team executives, the team and Kawhi Leonard following an investigation.
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September 2, 2026
Tiger Woods pleads guilty to reckless driving, loses driver's license for five years
Tiger Woods reached a plea deal in a Florida DUI case and is suspended from driving for five years after pleading guilty to reckless driving.
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August 31, 2026
Packers turn to former USC running back Marshawn Lloyd with Josh Jacobs on NFL exempt list
Former USC standout Marshawn Lloyd is expected to lead the Green Bay Packers' backfield while Josh Jacobs is in legal limbo.
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August 28, 2026
Video evidence only backs battery charges against Packers star Josh Jacobs after May arrest on 5, including felony
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs has been was formally charged with misdemeanor battery and criminal damage to property.
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August 27, 2026
How an alleged fake 49ers wideout wooed women and took $1.3 million: 'That's Google, not me'
Federal prosecutors say two men led a multistate scam, posing as a San Francisco 49ers player and adviser to steal $1.3 million from at least 26 women.
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August 26, 2026
Padres minor league coach released by ICE on bond but still faces deportation to Venezuela
Padres minor league coach and Venezuelan native Oswaldo Pirela is home in Arizona after his release from ICE custody, but he still faces deportation proceedings.
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August 26, 2026
Ex-Lakers star Byron Scott's sexual assault trial nears as Campbell Hall settles with accuser
Campbell Hall has reached a confidential settlement with the woman who alleges ex-Lakers guard Byron Scott sexually assaulted her on campus in 1987. Scott's trial looms.
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August 25, 2026
The Lakers' record $12.5-billion sale was an NBA earthquake. Did Iger and Kushner get a good deal?
Analysts are split on whether Josh Kushner and Bob Iger overpaid for the Lakers when they agreed on a price of $12.5 billion for the iconic NBA team.
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August 24, 2026
NFL training camps become Lane Kiffin's latest recruiting landscape thanks to court ruling
Dae'Quan Wright and Jack Pyburn are being courted by LSU despite NFL ties, thanks to a court ruling that enables some players to return for a fifth college season.
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August 20, 2026
The Dodgers are Mark Walter's crown jewel. Can he hold on to it amid federal probe?
When the news broke last week that Mark Walter was selling the Lakers just one year after buying the storied basketball franchise, executives working for another crown jewel in his sports empire — ...
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August 19, 2026
San Diego Padres minor league coach seized by ICE en route home to Arizona
San Diego Padres catching coordinator Oswaldo Pirela was detained at El Paso International Airport and remains in ICE custody pending removal proceedings.
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August 17, 2026
NBA, Clippers clash over progress in Kawhi Leonard salary-cap circumvention investigation
An NBA investigation into whether the Clippers used sponsor deals to circumvent the salary cap and pay Kawhi Leonard millions has reached a key discussion stage.
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August 15, 2026
Inside Lakers mega-deal: Mark Walter made a shocking decision. Bob Iger, Joshua Kushner jumped at the chance
The lightning-quick sale of the Lakers to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner comes as Mark Walter faces federal probes into allegedly conflicted insurance loans.
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August 13, 2026
Jayden Daniels' objection to LSU offering his old number upsets player now wearing No. 5
Former Heisman-winning QB Jayden Daniels issues cease-and-desist letter to LSU prohibiting the school from using his name, image and likeness. It's all about No. 5.
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August 12, 2026
Buying the Lakers makes Bob Iger's dream of owning a sports franchise come true
Throughout his storied career as a media executive, Bob Iger has made repeated attempts to own a major sports franchise.
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August 11, 2026
Lawmakers target MLB's sportsbook deals after Bryce Harper video used by FanDuel to thank gambling addict
Three Congress members demanded MLB and the players union tighten gambling endorsement rules after FanDuel used a Bryce Harper video to target an addicted bettor.
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August 10, 2026
Dodging failure: A's shortstop Jacob Wilson shatters MLB record for errorless games — and rarely strikes out
Two outcomes that scream failure on a baseball diamond are striking out and making an error.
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August 7, 2026
Sound familiar? Kawhi Leonard tied to a secret sponsorship deal with Intuit Dome scoreboard maker
Clippers star Kawhi Leonard held a secret multi-million endorsement deal with Intuit Dome scoreboard maker Daktronics with no evidence of work performed.
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August 5, 2026
LIV Golf players to become majority owners after mystery investor steps in to keep league afloat
LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil says a lead investor has been secured to keep the upstart tour afloat, and the golfers will be majority equity holders.
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August 4, 2026
'Mutual agreement': Luke Doncic's ex-fiancée asks L.A. court to withdraw child support request
Luka Doncic's ex-fiancée, Anamaria Goltes, has asked a court to dismiss her L.A. child support petition, signaling a desire to settle their custody dispute amicably.
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August 3, 2026
Ultrarunner Sophie Woods crosses arduous Alps route even faster than first reported: 28 days
Sophie Woods — also known as Sophie Amy Grant — completed the 1,242-mile Via Alpina across eight countries in 28 days, nearly seven days faster than anyone else.
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July 31, 2026
Giants risky rides: from Jeff Kent's motorcycle mystery to Harrison Bader's scooter crash
Giants OF Harrison Bader's scooter crash into a fire truck conjures memories of San Francisco star Jeff Kent's motorcycle mishap and contract worries in 2002.
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July 30, 2026
Former Chargers star Billy Ray Smith Jr. dies at 64. His family blames CTE
Billy Ray Smith Jr. played his entire NFL career with the San Diego Chargers before becoming a beloved broadcaster and philanthropist in his adopted city.
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July 28, 2026
Late reporting, terrible injuries, 49ers camp: sorting through the wreckage from Coach Kyle Shanahan's car accident
A car accident that seriously injured San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan wasn't made public for 11 days, leading to criticism of media outlets.
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July 27, 2026
Troubled former NFL linebacker Daniel Adongo deported to Kenya by ICE
Daniel Adongo, the first Kenyan to play in the NFL, overstayed his visa after his brief career with the Indianapolis Colts. ICE deported him in June.
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July 24, 2026
LeBron James chooses the Philadelphia 76ers, will sign a two-year, $8 million deal
After nearly a month of weighing his options, LeBron James announced on X that he will sign with the Philadelphia 76ers to play in his record 24th NBA season and pursue a fifth title.
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July 23, 2026
Red Sox rise revives interim manager Chad Tracy's memories of his dad's days with the Dodgers, Rockies
Former Dodgers manager Jim Tracy is justifiably proud of his son Chad's success as interim manager of the Boston Red Sox. Oh, and about those winning streaks.
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July 23, 2026
Puka Nacua's attorney questions authenticity of bite marks in photo produced by accuser
All-Pro wide receiver Puka Nacua has had a massive contract extension put on hold by the Rams.
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July 21, 2026
ESPN six-episode podcast to examine Shohei Ohtani-Ippei Mizuhara gambling scandal
"The Betrayal of Shohei Ohtani" is a six-episode "30 for 30" podcast told by Tisha Thompson, the ESPN investigative reporter who taped exclusive interviews in 2024.
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July 17, 2026
Hall of Famers Jeff Kent and Andruw Jones played one forgettable Dodgers season together
Jeff Kent and Andruw Jones, who will be inducted into the Hall of Fame on July 26 along with Carlos Beltrán, were Dodgers teammates for one forgettable season.
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