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Lowe: AD, Zion and the trade that continues to impact the NBA
This week, we look at the paths the Lakers and Pelicans have been on since the Anthony Davis trade, Jabari Smith Jr.'s foray into bully ball and the development of Mavs rookie center Dereck Lively II.

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WEEK 14 IN THE NFL
Everything to know for Week 14's weekend games, including who will win Eagles-Cowboys, Bills-Chiefs
Here's everything you need to know for the NFL's Week 14 games. Which teams will win? Who are the X factors? What are the key matchups?
How the last 5 games will decide key division races
Here's all the intel you need with five games left, including the toughest remaining schedules.

STEELERS STRUGGLING
Stephen A.: Steelers' recent play is a 'disgrace'
RC: Steelers' woes start with Mike Tomlin

HOW BRITTNEY CAME HOME
ANNIVERSARY OF HER RELEASE
Getting Griner Out: The inside story of her arrest, detainment and release from Russia
Key new details of the political, legal and diplomatic maneuvers that secured WNBA star Brittney Griner's freedom from a Russian prison one year ago.
Five new details about Brittney Griner's imprisonment

MLB OFFSEASON
WAITING FOR OHTANI
Passan: Ohtani soon? Yamamoto next? How did the Soto deal go down? What you need to know after MLB's winter meetings
The winter meetings came and went with the top two free agents still unsigned -- but one blockbuster deal salvaged the week. Here's when we could see more big moves.
Shohei Ohtani dominoes: Predicting the moves that will follow once the No. 1 free agent signs
Once Ohtani picks a destination, here's how the rest of his free agency suitors could pivot.

NBA CUP FINAL IS SET
8:30 P.M. ET SATURDAY ON ABC/ESPN2
Breaking down the NBA Cup championship: Indiana Pacers or Los Angeles Lakers?
The Los Angeles Lakers and Indiana Pacers both advanced to Saturday's NBA Cup championship. Which team has the edge for the inaugural in-season tournament crown?
How the tourney semifinals gave a glimpse of the NBA’s future in Vegas
What was the atmosphere in Vegas? Myles Turner said, "It was a different type of vibe than just being at the crib."

HAVING FUN AT THE IST
Stephen A. can't believe who's No. 1 on 'Shaqtin' a Fool'

BEST OF IN-SEASON TOURNEY SEMIS
'I know what time it is!' Tyrese Haliburton channels Dame with dagger 3
LeBron's vintage performance leads Lakers to in-season tournament final

MEN'S COLLEGE HOOPS
Bronny James' debut? And the weekend's top matchups to keep an eye on
The 19-year-old freshman and son of LeBron James could play Sunday against Long Beach State.
Bronny James timeline: A timeline from cardiac arrest to set to make USC debut
The Trojans' 19-year-old freshman participated in his first full contact practice Thursday.
Top Headlines
- U.S., Mexico submit joint bid to host '27 WWC
- Chiefs' Pacheco out vs. Bills with shoulder injury
- Browns not naming QB yet, between Flacco, DTR
- McCarthy feels good after surgery, set to coach
- Giants DC wants to stay despite reported tension
- Jags waiting until Sunday on Lawrence decision
- Bills coach: Apologized for 9/11 remarks in '19
- Some Russian athletes OK'd for Paris as neutrals
- Predicting the score of every bowl game
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Steph Curry trolls former teammate Festus Ezeli prior to Warriors game
Steph Curry listens in on former teammate Festus Ezeli's pregame analysis and gives his seal of approval.
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