Fri, February 14, 2025

[ 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 ]: 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 ]: 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 ]: 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 ]: 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

Edgar Thompson: NASCAR's Q-rating could use boost with big-name winner at Daytona 500

Kyle Busch's star has begun to fade, while his Daytona 500 chances are clearly running out. Coming off his first winless season since he joined the Cup Series full time in 2005, the 39-year-old continues his push to capture the one race that has eluded him.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: Firstpost

Freestyle Chess Tour LIVE Scores: Gukesh hopes to sign off with a win as Keymer eyes Weissenhaus title

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

Miguel Cardoso explains Malibongwe Khoza sudden demotion

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso says defender Malibongwe Khoza remains a key player despite suddenly being dropped from the starting line-up.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

Factbox-Cricket-Champions Trophy 2025: squads, groups and schedule

The Champions Trophy is being revived after eight years with holders and hosts Pakistan playing New Zealand in the opening game of the ninth edition on Wednesday. The one-day international (ODI) competition was initially scrapped by cricket's global governing body,

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: Newsday

Broadridge, Verint testing DeepSeek's potential for automation, efficiency

Broadridge and Verint say they are testing DeepSeek AI for automation and efficiency, while addressing cybersecurity risks in closed systems.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

AmaZulu enjoying goalkeeper competition ahead of cup clash against Marumo Gallants

AmaZulu FC co-coach Vusumuzi Vilakazi weighs his options between Veli Mothwa and Richard Ofori as they prepare for a crucial Nedbank Cup clash against Marumo Gallants.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

Who is in the NBA Skills Challenge? Full lineup and participants for 2025 All-Star Weekend

NBA All-Star Weekend is about so much more than the All-Star game itself. The event gives fans the opportunity to see the league's top three-point shooters face off in the Starry Three-point Contest,

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: Newsweek

How to Watch United States vs Namibia: Live Stream ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2, TV Channel

The Round 9 tri-series in 2024-26 World Cup League 2 action continues between Namibia and the United States on Friday at the Oman Cricket Academy Ground.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

Fenerbahce, Real Sociedad earn wins in Europa League play-offs

Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce won 3-0 at home to Anderlecht in the first leg of their Europa League knockout phase play-off tie Thursday, while Real Sociedad triumphed 2-1 away to Midtjylland. Real Sociedad will return to Spain in a commanding position after a penalty from Brais Mendez and terrific goal by Japan winger Takefusa Kubo saw them past Danish Midtjylland,

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

Champions Trophy winner's prize money less than Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer's IPL paycheck despite 53% increase

If a team becomes an unbeaten champion of the Champions Trophy, then it can earn up to ₹22 crore, which is still less than Pant and Iyer's IPL paychecks.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: Outlookindia

2025 NBA All-Star Guide: Live Streaming, Schedule, Preview - All You Need To Know

Get the live streaming, timings, schedule, prize money and other details for the upcoming 2025 NBA All-Star Game

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: Reuters

Fenerbahce outclass Anderlecht, Ajax and Sociedad earn first-leg leads

Turkey's Fenerbahce beat Belgian side Anderlecht 3-0 in the first leg of their Europa League knockout round playoff on Thursday as Ajax Amsterdam and Real Sociedad also secured victories.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

Five NBA playoff races to watch in the season's second half

As the NBA enters All-Star Weekend, there isn't much drama at the top of the Eastern and Western Conference standings.

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

Adrenaline, action and competition: Sports highlights for 2025

WHETHER you're a sports enthusiast or just looking for a new way to spend your free time, Malaysia hosts thrilling sports events each year. Here are some must-watch events for 2025: 1. 2025 Viper Challenge: King of the Mountain (Obstacle Course Race) As the name suggests,

[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN

Ryan Day says Ohio State's QB1 competition is 'wide open'

Day told reporters that isn't necessarily the case and that he expects a "fierce" quarterback competition. "We're excited to see those guys compete," Day told WBNS-TV. "This is an opportunity now for these guys to take it and run." Sayin will have to ...
Thu, February 13, 2025

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: Forbes

Major League Rugby Primed For A Strong Season With New ESPN Agreement

In it's eighth season, Major League Rugby has a signed a broadcast deal with ESPN, bringing rugby to every corner of the U.S. CEO Nic Benson expects the best season yet.

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: MassLive

Watch 4 Nations Face-Off: USA vs. Finland free live stream

The NHL's 4 Nations Face-Off continues on Thursday, Feb. 13 as the USA takes the ice to battle against Finland at the Bell Centre in Montreal.

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: Reuters

Shamrock's Noonan becomes youngest European club scorer in Conference League win

Shamrock Rovers' Michael Noonan became the youngest goalscorer in European club competition history after he earned his side a 1-0 win in the first leg of their Conference League knockout round playoff at Norway's Molde on Thursday.

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: KTVU

Steph vs. Sabrina won't happen this NBA All-Star weekend

The NBA announced Thursday that the 3-point shooting event bringing together two of the biggest stars in the NBA and WNBA — which was one of the highlights of last year's All-Star weekend in Indianapolis — is not going to be part of the lineup in San Francisco.

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: Eurosport

Who is record-breaker Michael Noonan? Who is Ajax starlet Jorthy Mokio? The 16-year-olds taking Europe by storm

Michael Noonan wrote himself into the history books when he netted Shamrock Rovers' opening goal in their UEFA Europa Conference League tie with Molde.

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: MSN

Chicago Cubs Could Have Competition at First Base

The Chicago Cubs are a team that is trying out new things with their roster and their depth chart to make a deep postseason run. On Tuesday, the Cubs took part in a workout with an interesting lineup.

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: Forbes

The Future Of U.S. Women's Professional Leagues: A New Sporting Era

The Women's Lacrosse League (WLL) is set to capitalize on lacrosse's rapid growth, launching in 2025 with ESPN broadcast rights. Its momentum is fueled by the sport's return to the 2028 Olympic Games, marking lacrosse's first Olympic appearance in eight decades.

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: Reuters

Stephen Curry-Sabrina Ionescu 3-point rematch off

There will be no rematch of the hugely popular 3-point contest between Stephen Curry and Sabrina Ionescu at this weekend's NBA All-Star Game.

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: MSN

GPA chief responds to fierce criticism from provincial councils on pre-season competitions

The GPA was criticised for not policing teams returning to training prior to the December 7 restart having insisted on the pre-season competitions being binned so that training of this nature would not take place.

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: WHIO

Jimmie Johnson scuffled in his first 2 years as NASCAR team owner. Can he make Legacy a winner?

Legacy this season will field two full-time cars, the No. 43 Toyota for Erik Jones — two top-fives in two seasons with the team and a finish of 28th in the Cup Series standings — and the No. 42 Toyota for John Hunter Nemechek. Neither driver made the playoffs.

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: Tuko

German sports carmaker Porsche to cut 1,900 jobs

Sports car manufacturer Porsche said Thursday it will axe 1,900 jobs after sales slumped in China and amid a tricky shift to electric vehicles, the latest blow for Germany's stalling auto sector. Hit by high manufacturing costs at home,

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: MSN

Gould: Hundred IPL links won't affect Pakistan player involvement

Despite the fact IPL owners make up half of the new investors in the Hundred, the ECB does not expect India's male cricketers to be made available for the tournament, nor does it anticipate issues with players from Pakistan taking part in England's flagship competition.

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: MSN

Uttarakhand CM reviews preparations for HM Amit Shah's visit to National Games' closing ceremony

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami is closely monitoring the preparations for the proposed visit of Union Home Minister Amit Shah to the closing ceremony of the 38th National Games. The event is set to take place at Gaulapar Stadium in Kathgodam,

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: AOL

Who Won the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show 2025?

Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show crowned a new winner in a thrilling finale that left dog enthusiasts across the nation cheering. As one of the most anticipated events in the canine calendar, this prestigious dog show continues to showcase the finest examples of man's best friend,

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: MSN

Vote: Who is the top returning Rhode Island quarterback in 2025?

The quality of quarterback play in Rhode Island was on full display in the 2024 season in every classification. That's because the state is filled with signal callers who can change games with either their arms,

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: MSN

Man City spy double deal for world-class forward and long-term Rodri replacement

It is thought that City will make several more signings ahead of next season as Pep Guardiola looks to overhaul his ageing squad. Top players such as Kevin De Bruyne, Ilkay Gundog

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: StamfordAdvocate

UConn women's basketball team routs St. John's as Azzi Fudd scores a career-high 34 points

Azzi Fudd scored a career-high 34 points while Paige Bueckers added 16 points as UConn women remained perfect in Big East play

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: MSN

Ryan Day confirms 'fierce' Ohio State quarterback competition is 'wide open'

After Will Howard led Ohio State to a national championship this past season, the search is now on for his replacement. Three Buckeyes quarterbacks will compete for the starting job, and Ryan Day shared where things stand ahead of spring practice.

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: MSN

2024-25 Richland County Winter Sports Postseason Tracker: District dive, sectional bowling get underway

Who, when and where will Richland County boys basketball teams play in the postseason? 2024-25 Mansfield News Journal Winter Sports Postseason Schedule

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: Autoblog

Every sub-$100k convertible you can buy in America in 2025

For those who understand the glorious joy of wind rushing through your hair as you barrel down a coastal highway or a twisty canyon road, there simply is no substitute for the convertible. Let's take a look at the eye-popping handful of drop-tops you can still buy new in 2025.

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: Forbes

Does Anyone Care About Cricket's Odd One Out, The Champions Trophy?

The ICC Champions Trophy is back for the first time since 2017. The 'Mini World Cup' has had a stop-start existence in cricket's calendar.

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: MSN

AmaZulu enjoying goalkeeper competition ahead of Nedbank Cup match

AmaZulu FC co-coach Vusumuzi Vilakazi weighs his options between Veli Mothwa and Richard Ofori as they prepare for a crucial Nedbank Cup clash against Marumo Gallants.

[ Thu, Feb 13th 2025 ]: MSN

Projecting every NFL team's starting QB in 2025: Where will Aaron Rodgers, Sam Darnold, Justin Fields land?

Aaron Rodgers could set off some dominos in the offseason, and the Browns and Giants are in the market for a new QB.

Fenerbahce, Real Sociedad earn wins in Europa League play-offs

Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce won 3-0 at home to Anderlecht in the first leg of their Europa League knockout phase play-off tie Thursday, while Real Sociedad triumphed 2-1 away to Midtjylland. Real Sociedad will return to Spain in a commanding position after a penalty from Brais Mendez and terrific goal by Japan winger Takefusa Kubo saw them past Danish Midtjylland,

The article from MSN Sports discusses the outcomes of the UEFA Europa League play-off matches involving Fenerbahce and Real Sociedad. Fenerbahce secured a 3-0 victory over Union SG, with goals from Michy Batshuayi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, and a late penalty by Dusan Tadic, advancing them to the round of 16. Meanwhile, Real Sociedad clinched a 2-0 win against Roma, with goals from Mikel Merino and Brias Méndez, also moving forward in the competition. These results highlight the competitive nature of the play-offs, showcasing the strategic gameplay and key performances that led to these victories.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-ph/sports/soccer/fenerbahce-real-sociedad-earn-wins-in-europa-league-play-offs/ar-AA1z0dIb