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Briefing: NBA approves Trail Blazers' sale to Dundon group

Strategic angle: The NBA board of governors approved the sale of controlling interest in the Portland Trail Blazers from Paul Allen's estate to a group led by investor Tom Dundon on Monday.

Editorial Staff Mar 31

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Briefing: Raps use 31-0 run to pummel sputtering Magic

Strategic angle: The Raptors dominated the Magic with a historic 31-0 run, securing a decisive 139-87 victory.

Editorial Staff Mar 31

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Briefing: Leafs, on brink of elimination, fire GM Treliving

Strategic angle: Toronto fired general manager Brad Treliving on Monday, with the team set to miss the playoffs for the first time since 2016-17.

Editorial Staff Mar 31

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Briefing: Texas returns to Final Four with rout of Michigan

Strategic angle: No. 1 seed Texas continued what has been a drama-free NCAA tournament run with a 77-41 victory over 2-seed Michigan on Monday to reach the Final Four for the second year in a row.

Editorial Staff Mar 31

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Briefing: 🏈 Early look at 2027 free agency: The top players

Strategic angle: Which top players might be available in next year's NFL free agency? We picked out 49 stars to keep an eye on.

Editorial Staff Mar 31

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Briefing: NFL teams with TMRW Sports for pro flag league

Strategic angle: The NFL partners with TMRW Sports to create a professional flag football league supported by all 32 teams.

Editorial Staff Mar 31

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Briefing: England latest: Bellingham won't be risked against Japan

Strategic angle: Jude Bellingham will not be included in the squad for the upcoming match against Japan to ensure his fitness.

Editorial Staff Mar 31

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Briefing: Wolff says 'broken glass' could prevent F1 return for Horner

Strategic angle: Mercedes chief Toto Wolff addresses potential repercussions for Christian Horner's past actions as Red Bull boss.

Editorial Staff Mar 31

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Briefing: Women's Elite Eight: Previewing Monday's matchups

Strategic angle: From pregame analysis to postgame keys, we've got you covered for all of Monday's Elite Eight action.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: U.S. considering tactic shift to get Pulisic on track

Strategic angle: United States coach Mauricio Pochettino is exploring tactical adjustments to enhance Christian Pulisic's performance.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: 🤣 'Same agent': Jokic jokes after Clark praise

Strategic angle: Jokic attributes Clark's high praise to their shared agent.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: Wolves' McDaniels week-to-week with knee injury

Strategic angle: Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels has been listed as week-to-week with a left knee injury, the team announced on Monday.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: A historic rookie class? Is Trout back? 10 things we learned from opening weekend

Strategic angle: From early trends to the most -- and least -- surprising performances, what stood out in baseball's return.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: Passan: How ball-strike challenge rule is rocking baseball -- and who is using it best (and worst)

Strategic angle: Baseball's new ABS system is the talk of the sport. We hand out awards after the first weekend of the rule.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: Lions considering moving All-Pro RT Sewell to LT

Strategic angle: Lions coach Dan Campbell said Monday he's considering switching All-Pro right tackle Penei Sewell to left tackle for the 2026 season.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: Saints: Enough snaps for both Kamara, Etienne

Strategic angle: Saints coach Kellen Moore assures that both running backs will get ample playing time.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: Giants' Harbaugh open to possible OBJ reunion

Strategic angle: Free agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. wants to return to the New York Giants. The Giants are at least open to looking into adding Beckham for a second tour with the team.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: Malzahn, Tedford joining CFP selection committee

Strategic angle: Recently retired coach Gus Malzahn and former Cal head coach Jeff Tedford will join the College Football Playoff selection committee this spring.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: Shanahan: No 'benefit' for Niners in Aussie trip

Strategic angle: Kyle Shanahan isn't thrilled that the 49ers will open the 2026 season with a trip to Australia.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

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Briefing: Browns pull proposal to trade picks 5 years out

Strategic angle: The Browns have withdrawn their rule proposal to allow NFL teams to trade draft picks five years into the future instead of three.

Editorial Staff Mar 30