Billy Donovan tried his best, but even he couldn't fix the Bulls. Can anyone? Billy Donovan announced he is stepping down as Chicago Bulls head coach after six seasons, including a 31‑51 record in his final year, to give a new regime freedom to assemble its own staff.

Billy Donovan announced he is stepping down as Chicago Bulls head coach after six seasons, including a 31‑51 record in his final year, to give a new regime freedom to assemble its own staff.

NFL Draft's temporary loss is CFB's gain, plus spring ball roundup The 2026 NFL draft reflects college football’s new reality, with extra eligibility and NIL keeping talent longer, resulting in an older, thinner quarterback pool and several “raw” prospects such as Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese and Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson.

The 2026 NFL draft reflects college football’s new reality, with extra eligibility and NIL keeping talent longer, resulting in an older, thinner quarterback pool and several “raw” prospects such as Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese and Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson.

Greg Oden card sells for record $7,626 amidst surprising recent surge Greg Oden’s 2008‑09 Topps Chrome one‑of‑a‑kind Superfractor sold for $7,626 at Goldin Auctions, eclipsing its $96 price in May 2019 and his prior record of $2,050 set in December 2023.

Greg Oden’s 2008‑09 Topps Chrome one‑of‑a‑kind Superfractor sold for $7,626 at Goldin Auctions, eclipsing its $96 price in May 2019 and his prior record of $2,050 set in December 2023.

Leicester City provisionally relegated from Championship, 10 years after Premier League title Leicester City’s 2‑2 draw with Hull City leaves them 23rd in the Championship with two games left, confirming relegation to League One for the first time since 2008‑09, pending any West Brom points‑deduction.

Leicester City’s 2‑2 draw with Hull City leaves them 23rd in the Championship with two games left, confirming relegation to League One for the first time since 2008‑09, pending any West Brom points‑deduction.

Duke Secures Wisconsin Transfer John Blackwell, Boosting Team Toward Top‑5 Ranking Former Wisconsin guard John Blackwell, a 6‑ft‑4 senior who averaged 19.1 points, 5.1 rebounds and 2.3 assists while shooting 38.9% from three, has committed to Duke.

Former Wisconsin guard John Blackwell, a 6‑ft‑4 senior who averaged 19.1 points, 5.1 rebounds and 2.3 assists while shooting 38.9% from three, has committed to Duke.

Brighton Crush Chelsea 3-0 with Early Kadioglu Goal, Hinshelwood Strike and Welbeck Late Winner. Brighton beat Chelsea 3‑0 at the Amex, with goals from Ferdi Kadioglu (3′), Jack Hinshelwood (56′) and Danny Welbeck (stoppage time).

Brighton beat Chelsea 3‑0 at the Amex, with goals from Ferdi Kadioglu (3′), Jack Hinshelwood (56′) and Danny Welbeck (stoppage time).

Fernando Mendoza Odds to Be No. 1 Overall Pick in the 2026 NFL Draft – Las Vegas Raiders Favorite at -10,000 odds Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza is a virtual lock at -10,000 odds to go No. 1 to the Las Vegas Raiders. The Jets’ No. 2 race now favors Ohio State edge‑rusher Arvell Reese at -190 over Texas Tech’s David Bailey (+140). The Arizona Cardinals hold No.

Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza is a virtual lock at -10,000 odds to go No. 1 to the Las Vegas Raiders. The Jets’ No. 2 race now favors Ohio State edge‑rusher Arvell Reese at -190 over Texas Tech’s David Bailey (+140). The Arizona Cardinals hold No.

Vancouver Canucks Seek League Approval to Interview Former Sabres GM Kevyn Adams for General Manager Position The Vancouver Canucks have received league permission to interview former Buffalo Sabres GM Kevyn Adams for their vacant general‑manager role.

The Vancouver Canucks have received league permission to interview former Buffalo Sabres GM Kevyn Adams for their vacant general‑manager role.

Victor Wembanyama Recounts Youth Coach’s “Can’t Play Defense” Remark as He Becomes NBA’s First Unanimous Defensive Player Victor Wembanyama held his first pre‑game press conference before Game 2, recalling a youth coach’s claim he “couldn’t play defense” at age 14 and noting he is now the NBA’s first unanimous Defensive Player of the Year and its youngest ever.

Victor Wembanyama held his first pre‑game press conference before Game 2, recalling a youth coach’s claim he “couldn’t play defense” at age 14 and noting he is now the NBA’s first unanimous Defensive Player of the Year and its youngest ever.

Tyler Adams: Bournemouth fed off nervous Arsenal fans to clinch 2-1 win at the Emirates Tyler Adams said Bournemouth fed off the nervous energy of the Emirates crowd as they beat Arsenal 2‑1 on April 11, a result that kept the title race open for Manchester City.

Tyler Adams said Bournemouth fed off the nervous energy of the Emirates crowd as they beat Arsenal 2‑1 on April 11, a result that kept the title race open for Manchester City.

Karren Brady Departs West Ham After 16 Years: Legacy, London Stadium Move, Europa Conference Win & £105 Million Rice Tra Karren Brady announced her departure as West Ham United vice‑chair after 16 years, having overseen the 2016 move to the London Stadium, the 2023 Europa Conference League triumph and Declan Rice’s £105 million transfer to Arsenal.

Karren Brady announced her departure as West Ham United vice‑chair after 16 years, having overseen the 2016 move to the London Stadium, the 2023 Europa Conference League triumph and Declan Rice’s £105 million transfer to Arsenal.

F1 Miami Grand Prix Rule Changes: Lower Qualifying Recharge Limit, Higher Super‑Clip Power, and Boost‑Power Cap Explained F1 approved three minor rule tweaks for the Miami GP: a lower qualifying recharge limit, higher super‑clip power to speed up battery recovery, and a cap on boost‑power to limit closing speed differentials.

F1 approved three minor rule tweaks for the Miami GP: a lower qualifying recharge limit, higher super‑clip power to speed up battery recovery, and a cap on boost‑power to limit closing speed differentials.

Arsenal Signs 16‑Year‑Old Defender Marli Salmon to Pre‑Contract Deal Until He Turns 17 Arsenal have sealed a pre‑contract for 16‑year‑old defender Marli Salmon, who will sign professional terms on his 17th birthday, 29 August.

Arsenal have sealed a pre‑contract for 16‑year‑old defender Marli Salmon, who will sign professional terms on his 17th birthday, 29 August.

Liberty Media Targets Global Audience Growth for MotoGP After Doubling F1 Revenue and Adding U.S. Races Liberty Media, whose Formula 1 revenue grew from $1.83 bn in 2018 to $3.87 bn by end‑2025 and added three U.S. races, completed a $4.2 billion acquisition of Dorna Sports, the commercial rights holder of MotoGP.

Liberty Media, whose Formula 1 revenue grew from $1.83 bn in 2018 to $3.87 bn by end‑2025 and added three U.S. races, completed a $4.2 billion acquisition of Dorna Sports, the commercial rights holder of MotoGP.

Chargers 2026 NFL Draft: 5 Picks Targeting Top 100 Prospects for Guard, Edge Rusher, DL, CB & Receiver Picks The Chargers enter the 2026 NFL Draft with five selections (No. 22, 55, 86, 123 and 204) and a priority to address left guard and edge‑rusher needs, while also considering interior D‑line, cornerback and receiver options among a list of 100 prospects.

The Chargers enter the 2026 NFL Draft with five selections (No. 22, 55, 86, 123 and 204) and a priority to address left guard and edge‑rusher needs, while also considering interior D‑line, cornerback and receiver options among a list of 100 prospects.

Midtjylland 19‑Year‑Old Midfielder Alamara Djabi Hospitalised in Induced Coma After Stabbing Attack in Herning Midtjylland midfielder Alamara Djabi, 19, underwent two surgeries and was placed in an induced coma after being stabbed in Herning; he is now stable and awake. The Guinean‑Bissau‑born player, who has appeared in the Superliga and Europa League this season, remains under police investigation.

Midtjylland midfielder Alamara Djabi, 19, underwent two surgeries and was placed in an induced coma after being stabbed in Herning; he is now stable and awake.

Watch Deportivo Alavés vs Real Madrid Live: TV Channel & Streaming Options Real Madrid host Deportivo Alavés at Santiago Bernabéu on April 21, 3:30 p.m. ET. Madrid is second with 70 points; Alavés is 17th with 33. Stream on ESPN+, ESPN Deportes or Fubo TV in our website Veezstream.

Real Madrid host Deportivo Alavés at Santiago Bernabéu on April 21, 3:30 p.m. ET. Madrid is second with 70 points; Alavés is 17th with 33. Stream on ESPN+, ESPN Deportes or Fubo TV in our website Veezstream.

Rudy Gobert Powers Timberwolves to 119-114 Game 2 Victory Over Nikola Jokić and Denver Nuggets Rudy Gobert finished fourth in Defensive Player of the Year voting but helped the Timberwolves snap a 19‑point second‑quarter hole, limiting Nikola Jokić to 1‑of‑7 shooting in the fourth as Minnesota edged Denver 119‑114 in Game 2, tying the series 1‑1.

Rudy Gobert finished fourth in Defensive Player of the Year voting but helped the Timberwolves snap a 19‑point second‑quarter hole, limiting Nikola Jokić to 1‑of‑7 shooting in the fourth as Minnesota edged Denver 119‑114 in Game 2, tying the series 1‑1.

Blackhawks fan survey: When will the Stanley Cup playoffs return to Chicago? — Veezstream The Blackhawks haven’t hosted a playoff game since April 15, 2017, and finished 31st for the third straight season despite posting their highest point total since 2019‑20.

The #Blackhawks haven’t hosted a playoff game since April 15, 2017, and finished 31st for the third straight season despite posting their highest point total since 2019‑20 #StanleyCup

Victor Wembanyama Wins NBA Defensive Player of the Year 2026 with Unanimous Vote, Becomes Youngest DPOY Since 1983 Victor Wembanyama earned the 2026 NBA Defensive Player of the Year award with a unanimous vote, becoming the youngest winner since 1983 and joining Mutombo and Camby as a three‑time block leader.

Victor Wembanyama earned the 2026 NBA Defensive Player of the Year award with a unanimous vote, becoming the youngest winner since 1983 and joining Mutombo and Camby as a three‑time block leader.

Emma Hayes Guides USWNT Through Japan Series: 2‑1 Win in San Jose, 1‑0 Loss in Seattle, and 3‑0 Victory in Colorado Emma Hayes guided the USWNT through a three‑game series with Japan—2‑1 win in San Jose, 1‑0 loss in Seattle and 3‑0 victory in Colorado, while noting the squad is still mastering its “recipe.

Emma Hayes guided the USWNT through a three‑game series with Japan—2‑1 win in San Jose, 1‑0 loss in Seattle and 3‑0 victory in Colorado, while noting the squad is still mastering its “recipe.

NBA Draft 2026 Tiebreakers Reveal: Utah Secures Top‑Eight Pick, New Orleans Locks No. 6 Slot, Philadelphia Gets No. 19, The NBA’s tiebreaker drawings in Secaucus placed Utah (22‑60) into the top‑eight, securing its protected pick for Oklahoma City, while New Orleans (26‑56) locked the No. 6 slot that belongs to Atlanta.

The NBA’s tiebreaker drawings in Secaucus placed Utah (22‑60) into the top‑eight, securing its protected pick for Oklahoma City, while New Orleans (26‑56) locked the No. 6 slot that belongs to Atlanta.

NFL Limits Prospect Contact Info Access After Shedeur Sanders Draft Prank Call Policy Change The NFL will now give each team only one football‑operations contact with prospects’ phone numbers, requiring that person to safeguard the data.

The NFL will now give each team only one football‑operations contact with prospects’ phone numbers, requiring that person to safeguard the data.

Chicago Bulls Target Multiple Front‑Office Candidates After Artūras Karnišovas Departs, Including Dennis Lindsey, Matt L The Chicago Bulls have permission to interview Detroit’s Dennis Lindsey, Minnesota GM Matt Lloyd, Cleveland GM Mike Gansey, Atlanta senior VP Bryson Graham, San Antonio assistant GM Dave Telep and CAA exec Austin Brown.

The Chicago Bulls have permission to interview Detroit’s Dennis Lindsey, Minnesota GM Matt Lloyd, Cleveland GM Mike Gansey, Atlanta senior VP Bryson Graham, San Antonio assistant GM Dave Telep and CAA exec Austin Brown.

2026 NFL Draft Live Updates: Mock Drafts, Rankings, Scouting Reports & First Overall Pick Fernando Mendoza The 2026 NFL Draft begins Thursday in Pittsburgh, with quarterback Fernando Mendoza projected as the first overall pick by the Las Vegas Raiders.

The 2026 NFL Draft begins Thursday in Pittsburgh, with quarterback Fernando Mendoza projected as the first overall pick by the Las Vegas Raiders.

Liverpool Targets 19‑Year‑Old Yan Diomande in €100 Million Deal to Replace Mohamed Salah Liverpool are in advanced talks to sign RB Leipzig’s 19‑year‑old Ivorian forward Yan Diomande for over €100 million, aiming to replace Mohamed Salah, who will leave at season’s end.

Liverpool are in advanced talks to sign RB Leipzig’s 19‑year‑old Ivorian forward Yan Diomande for over €100 million, aiming to replace Mohamed Salah, who will leave at season’s end.

Chelsea Warned: Cole Palmer Transfer Rumors Could Harm Club as Form Slips Chelsea have been warned that ongoing transfer speculation around Cole Palmer, now linked with Manchester United, should concern the club as his form has dipped and he appears “lifeless”.

Chelsea have been warned that ongoing transfer speculation around Cole Palmer, now linked with Manchester United, should concern the club as his form has dipped and he appears “lifeless”.

Robert Lewandowski’s Future at Barcelona: Contract Extension Talks to 2027 Amid MLS and Saudi Interest Barcelona has opened talks with Robert Lewandowski’s agent about a contract extension to 2027, likely requiring a pay cut, while MLS side Chicago Fire has submitted an opening bid for the 37‑year‑old striker.

Barcelona has opened talks with Robert Lewandowski’s agent about a contract extension to 2027, likely requiring a pay cut, while MLS side Chicago Fire has submitted an opening bid for the 37‑year‑old striker.

Kyogo Furuhashi Becomes £10 Million Flop for Birmingham City After Scoring Just One Goal Former Celtic striker Kyogo Furuhashi has become a £10 million flop for Birmingham City, scoring only one Championship goal in 29 appearances before shoulder surgery ended his season.

Former Celtic striker Kyogo Furuhashi has become a £10 million flop for Birmingham City, scoring only one Championship goal in 29 appearances before shoulder surgery ended his season.

Claudio Ranieri Reveals Shocking Reason Behind His 2017 Leicester City Sacking Claudio Ranieri says Leicester sacked him in February 2017 because the chairman’s son told him he clashed with English staff, not solely due to poor results.

Claudio Ranieri says Leicester sacked him in February 2017 because the chairman’s son told him he clashed with English staff, not solely due to poor results.