Sat, February 15, 2025

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: sportscasting

Who Is Mac McClung? Meet The Two-Time Slam Dunk Contest Champion

Mac McClung is looking to take home his third Slam Dunk Contest trophy on Saturday night despite playing in just 5 NBA games in his career.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: Covers

Who Won the NBA 3-Point Contest?

This year's NBA 3-Point Contest features a star-studded field. Damian Lillard, Buddy Hield, Darius Garland, Norman Powell, Cam Johnson, Tyler Herro, Jalen Brunson and Cade Cunningham are competing for the 2025 crown.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: Covers

Who Won the NBA Slam Dunk Contest?

Live results of the AT&T Slam Dunk Contest at the 2025 All-Star Weekend featuring Mac McClung, Matas Buzelis, Andre Jackson Jr., and Stephon Castle.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: Firstpost

Jannik Sinner's three-month doping ban met with mixed reactions: 'Sad day for tennis'

World No 1 Jannik Sinner accepted a three-month suspension for twice testing positive for banned substance Clostebol in March last year, with WADA also formally withdrawing the appeal that they had filed before the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: bolavip

Buckeyes HC Ryan Day makes bold statement about his new OC ahead of the 2025 NCAAF season

After Chip Kelly's departure, Ohio State Buckeyes HC Ryan Day places full trust in his new offensive coordinator for the upcoming NCAAF season.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

NBA Dunk contest 2025 predictions: Why Stephon Castle will win over Mac McClung, Matas Buzelis

The Sporting News dives into the odds for the 2025 Dunk Contest at NBA All-Star weekend, analyzing the value and dishing out the best bet to come away with the Dr. J Trophy.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

NBA Dunk Contest winners by year: Mac McClung, Zach LaVine, Nate Robinson top list of most wins in All-Star event

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[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: Covers

NBA 3-Point Contest Odds, Rules, Picks, and Predictions: Back Brunson in Saturday's Downtown Duel

Odds, picks, rules, and predictions for the 2025 NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest during All-Star Weekend in San Francisco.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: Covers

Tracy McGrady Predicts Increased Competitiveness in NBA All-Star Tournament After Format Changes

All-Star believes monetary incentives, wherein each winning team member will be paid $125,000, will help motivate players.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

U-20 AFCON: Morocco coach, Ouahbi labels Flying Eagles 'strong team'

Morocco head coach, Mohamed Ouahbi has reacted to the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations draw, DAILY POST reports. The North Africans are drawn in Group B with regional rivals Egypt, Nigeria and South Africa.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

When is NBA slam dunk, 3-point contest? Time, TV, how to watch All-Star Saturday 2025

The 2025 slam dunk and 3-point shooting contests will again be held as part of the NBA All-Star Game festivities on Saturday. Here's what to know.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

NBA: Stephon Castle leads Team C to All-Star Game berth

Congratulations, Team C. You've won the Rising Stars competition. Your reward? A trip to the All-Star Game on Sunday night — where LeBron James, Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant are among those who'll be waiting in the second semifinal.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

Mondo Duplantis 'shakes off rust' with season-opening win in Berlin

Pole vault king Armand "Mondo" Duplantis kickstarted his 2025 season by clearing 6.10 meters in Berlin on Friday, describing his winning effort as a way "to shake off the rust." Duplantis set a new world mark of 6.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

Semi-retired Parker Kligerman plants a checkered flag in Daytona after NASCAR Truck win

Kligerman may have retired from full-time racing, but he's certainly no where close to being finished with winning.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: CNN

Kasparov, Karpov and the KGB? Four decades on from the most controversial chess match of all time

FIDE President Florencio Campomanes announced that he was abandoning the World Chess Championship match between Garry Kasparov and Anatoly Karpov. For 40 years, the chess world has been debating why he did it.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: Reuters

Report: ESPN to give up F1 rights after 2025

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[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

NBA All-Star Celebrity Game MVP history: Who has won the award the most?

NBA All-Star weekend is chocked full of captivating events. Few have proven as beloved as the All-Star Celebrity Game, an intriguing blend of entertainment and hoops that goes down easily among hardcore fans and casuals alike.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

Shiffrin has 'visions of crashing' again while skiing

Mikaela Shiffrin speaks openly about her mental health struggles in returning to competition after a freak race injury.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

IPL free ride is over for fans, what's JioHotstar planning?

The IPL free ride may be over for the Indian cricket fans as JioHotstar is all set to introduce a hybrid subscription model. JioHotstar was formed on Friday, February 14 after the merger between Disney+ Hotstar and JioCinema was completed.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

CAA Centre in Brampton to stage new Canada Super 60 cricket league in July

The new Canada Super 60 cricket league will launch in July at the CAA Centre in Brampton, Ont., organizers said Friday.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

Champions League play-off: Confusion over new format as teams battle for last-16 spots

For the first time in the history of the UEFA Champions League, there were Round of 16 play-off ties this midweek. The competition underwent a big revamp ahead of the 2024/25 season, with the total number of teams increased from 32 to 36.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

Castle, George lead Team C to Rising Stars win and berth against LeBron in All-Star Game

Congratulations, Team C. You've won the Rising Stars competition. Your reward? A trip to the All-Star Game on Sunday night — where LeBron James, Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant are among those who'll be waiting in the second semifinal.

[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: MSN

World Ice Art Championship opens for 2025, teams competing from 6 different countries

The 2025 World Ice Art Championship has begun and will once again commence at the Tanana Valley State Fair Grounds. This annual competition brings in artists from around the world. There are a variety of competitions including the Multi Block,
Fri, February 14, 2025

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: KENS

SA's Stephon Castle hits game-winner, wins MVP in Rising Stars tournament

Castle hit the game-winner in Game 1 of the Friday's Rising Stars tourney and tallied a game-high 12 points in the final.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MassLive

'Untucked: RuPaul's Drag Race' season 17 new episode, stream free Feb. 14

A new episode of "Untucked: RuPaul's Drag Race" will air on Friday, Feb. 14.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: Newsweek

Top 5 NBA All-Star Dunk Contest Performances of All Time

While this year's 3-Point Contest sports five All-Stars — Milwaukee Bucks point guard Damian Lillard, New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson, Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Darius Garland, Miami Heat shooting guard Tyler Herro, and Detroit Pistons point guard Cade Cunningham — the 2025 Dunk Contest has zero.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: Metro

Jamie Carragher warns Enzo Maresca that Chelsea star 'will want to leave' during Brighton defeat

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher highlighted Cole Palmer 's 'frustration' in Chelsea 's 3-0 loss to Brighton and claimed the forward 'will want to leave' unless the club start competing for trophies under Enzo Maresca.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: Newsday

Duplantis sets pole vault meet record in season-opener at ISTAF Indoor in Berlin

Pole vaulter Armand Duplantis has set a new meeting record on his return from a winter break by jumping 6.10 meters at the ISTAF Indoor meet in Berlin.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: Newsweek

Expert Predictions For 2025 NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest

The high-flying guard is an incredible athlete and will take home the crown once again in San Francisco. While his skills haven't led to consistent playing time in the NBA, McClung is suited very well for this competition. With a win, he would tie Nate Robinson for the most Slam Dunk titles in history.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: AOL

Battle for No. 1: Alabama vs. Auburn isn't just a football rivalry anymore

How Alabama vs. Auburn became a basketball game between national title contenders is a story no one saw coming.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

Motocross competition starts Friday in Topeka

Hundreds of motocross riders are making their way to the Capital City this week for some championship races. More than 100 dump truck loads worth of dirt arrived at the Stormont Vail Events Center this week to transform the interior into a unique BMX course.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

Chicago Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis added to 2025 Rising Stars competition

Buzelis was selected as a replacement player for the 2025 Castrol Rising Stars competition that begins Friday. The Bulls rookie is already competing in the 2025 NBA Dunk Contest,

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

NBA All-Star Weekend 2025: The most memorable dunk contests

The NBA Slam Dunk contest is defined by its most thrilling competitions over time. Here are some of the most memorable.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

NBA All-Star 2025 predictions and preview for dunk contest, 3-point shootout, and more

NBA All-Star Game is here with a bizarre new format, a no-name dunk contest, and Damian Lillard going for a three-point shootout three-peat. Before the main event gets underway on Sunday, All-Star Saturday features the Skills Challenge,

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: Richmond

Five years ago, pandemic permanently paused Chris Mooney's best UR team

"We certainly had a lot of offensive firepower," said Mooney.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

Silverware desperation will fuel Chiefs' victory quest

Kaizer Chiefs prepare for a pivotal Nedbank Cup match against Chippa United, with fans hopeful for an end to the club's nine-year trophy drought.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

The Playbook, Inning 5: Making the most of your fantasy baseball roster

How to go from fantasy baseball novice to expert in one season? Part 5 explains how to best optimize your roster through trades and the waiver wire.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: Reuters

Atletico's Simeone wary of 'brave' Celta finding way past Europe's best defence

Atletico Madrid have the best defence in Europe's top five leagues as they look to reclaim top spot in LaLiga, but Diego Simeone said on Friday they must be vigilant against Celta Vigo, one of the league's best scoring teams.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: Outlookindia

Sports News Highlights, Feb 14: National Games Draw To A Close; India Lose To Japan In Badminton C'ship QFs

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

'This is as big as it gets': Everything you need to know about the NHL's 4 Nations Face-Off

A new tournament is pitting some of the biggest stars in the NHL against each other. Here's everything you need to know about the 4 Nations Face-Off.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

Tristan Bissetta Confident in Clemson Baseball's Depth, Chemistry Ahead of 2025 Season

With the 2025 season set to begin, outfielder Tristan Bissetta believes this Clemson baseball team has the talent, depth, and chemistry to make a statement. After months of intense training, the Tigers are eager to hit the field and showcase their hard work.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: ESPN

Alabama and Auburn are primed for the biggest game in their rivalry's history

Alabama and Auburn will play the most pivotal game in the history of their rivalry -- perhaps in any sport, football included -- in Tuscaloosa on Saturday, then they'll do it again on March 8 in Auburn. Fans who have been raised in this rivalry know that 24 hours after Valentine's Day, one of these teams will have its heart broken.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

NBA All-Star Weekend: 3-Point Contest Picks & Predictions (2025)

Over the last few years, the NBA 3-Point Contest has become the premier event of NBA All-Star Weekend. With eight of the league's best shooters competing, it is sure to get the excitement going in San Francisco.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

How to Watch: Livvy Dunne, No. 2 LSU Gymnastics Hosts No. 1 Oklahoma Sooners

The No. 2 LSU Gymnastics team (6-2, 3-1 SEC) is set to host No. 1 Oklahoma (10-1, 4-0 SEC) for one of the most highly anticipated regular season matchups of the year. The Tigers and the Sooners will face off inside the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on Friday,

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

NBA All-Star Weekend: Slam Dunk Contest Picks & Predictions (2025)

NBA All-Star Weekend is here. The action continues on Saturday night with the 2025 NBA Slam Dunk Contest. Let's make some NBA Dunk Contest picks and predictions before the event gets underway. First,

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

The Epic Showdown: Darrell Waltrip vs. Bobby Allison in the 1981 NASCAR Season

NASCAR fans were treated to one of the most thrilling championship battles in history. Darrell Waltrip and Bobby Allison went head-to-head, delivering a season filled with tension, strategy, and unforgettable moments.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: Firstpost

Freestyle Chess Tour LIVE Scores: Gukesh plays with white pieces against Firouzja as final round of games get underway

D Gukesh faces Alireza Firouzja in Game 2 of their seventh-place playoff match on the final day of the event at the Weissenhaus Private Nature Luxury Resort. Local favourite Vincent Keymer, meanwhile,

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

MI Cape Town players dominate SA20 Team of the Season

Five players from MI Cape Town have earned spots in the 2025 SA20 Team of the Season, which is led by Aiden Markram.

Castle, George lead Team C to Rising Stars win and a berth against LeBron in the All-Star Game

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The article from MSN Sports discusses the NBA Rising Stars Challenge where Team C, led by standout performances from Scoot Henderson and Brandon Miller, clinched a victory over Team A with a score of 40-35. Key contributors included Jabari Smith Jr., who scored 12 points, and Jalen Duren with 10 points. The win earned Team C a spot in the final against Team LeBron, coached by LeBron James himself, in the NBA All-Star Game. The game showcased the talents of the league's up-and-coming stars, with Team C's victory highlighting the potential of its young roster.

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