Cavs trade Porter Jr. to Rockets for future 2nd
The Cavaliers have traded Kevin Porter Jr. to the Rockets for a future second-round pick, which, sources told ESPN, is top-55-protected.
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Jarrett Allen dunks all over former team (0:16)
Sexton scores 25, Cavaliers beat Durant-less Nets 125-113
— Collin Sexton had 25 points and nine assists, Andre Drummond added 19 points and 16 rebounds and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Brooklyn Nets for the second time in three days, 125-113 on Friday night.
Larry Nance throws down posterizing slam (0:16)
Buckeyes' Day encouraged by returning players
Despite several underclassmen leaving early, Ohio State coach Ryan Day said he is encouraged by the large number of players who decided to return for the 2021 season.
Extensions, OBJ and defense: Burning questions facing the Browns' offseason
How Cleveland maneuvers its salaries and will go a long way toward helping the Browns build upon their success this season.
Ohio State co-DC Mattison retiring from coaching
Ohio State co-defensive coordinator Greg Mattison is retiring, according to coach Ryan Day. Mattison, 71, also held coordinator roles at Michigan, Florida, Notre Dame and Western Michigan and with the Baltimore Ravens.
College Football Playoff breakdown: Who are the 'way-too-early' top contenders?
Clemson and Alabama once again lead the way, but what is in store for the rest of 2021's top contenders?
Biggest winners, losers and moves we'd still make this MLB offseason
Have the Padres passed the Dodgers? When will Bauer and Realmuto sign? Which team still needs to make a splash? Our experts weigh in.
Why the Rockets traded for Kevin Porter Jr. (1:13)
Kevin Porter Jr. trade grades: Breaking down Cavs' deal with Rockets
The Cavaliers cut ties with Kevin Porter Jr., and the Rockets will take a chance on him after a troubled offseason.
J&J: The Nets' Big 3 debuts in a loss, Mahomes is OBVIOUSLY playing and Jalen has lots of follow-up questions. Plus, a voicemail on what to do when proposing
This is the Jalen & Jacoby podcast-exclusive hour, coming to you every Tuesday and Thursday. The guys discuss Jacoby’s amateur standup career in New York City, the debut of Kyrie Irving, James Harden and Kevin Durant for the Nets, essential activities for NBA players on the road during the “baseball series” this season, Patrick Mahomes obviously playing against the Bills and how the Buccaneers can upset the Packers. Plus, voicemails on switching fandom from Knicks to Nets and advice on what to do when proposing.
J&J: Sexton goes nuts in 2OT, spoiling the Nets' Big 3 debut
Time to give the people what they want… Jalen & Jacoby discuss Collin Sexton’s monster performance against Nets, Kyrie Irving’s return to action, Joel Embiid destroying the Celtics and the latest on Patrick Mahomes. Plus, keys to Tampa Bay-Green Bay in the NFC title game.
Mullets vs. Mormons and a shoe toss: The 25 best games of the college football season
Coastal Carolina, with its season to remember, makes this list multiple times. But what other games cracked the top 25?
Kyrie, KD and The Beard are finally together, so now what?
The Nets' new Big Three are together at last, but the connection will take time.
SportsCenter AllNight : NBA's newest Big 3 falls in debut
Recapping the Cleveland Cavaliers shocking win over the Brooklyn Nets in the debut of their Big 3.
Nets debut star trio, fall to Cavs in 2OT thriller (3:29)
Sexton, Cavs spoil Nets' Big Three debut with 2OT win (2:10)
Irving returns, but new-look Nets beaten by Cavs in 2 OTs
— Kyrie Irving returned from his personal “pause” to score 37 points in his first game with Kevin Durant and James Harden but the new-look, star-studded Brooklyn Nets gave up 42 to Collin Sexton and lost 147-135 in double overtime to the Cleveland...
Sexton drills fourth 3-pointer in 2OT (0:23)
Sexton forces double OT on 3-pointer with 1.2 seconds left (0:28)
Allen rises up for putback jam vs. former team (0:23)
Sexton hustles back to erase KD's dunk (0:19)
Seth Walder ESPN Analytics
This plot depicts double team rate as an edge (x axis) by pass rush win rate as an edge (y axis) for the 2020 regular season. Label colors indicate 2020 cap hit (red = high). Watt brothers are at the extreme end of each axis: J.J. is double-teamed when pass rushing more often than anyone else, T.J. wins at a higher rate than anyone else. Jerry Hughes, Myles Garrett, Joey Bosa, Brian Burns, Justin Houston and Chase Young among the other standouts here. (ESPN / Next Gen Stats)
Barkley plans to 'link up' with OBJ to rehab (1:48)
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NFL: 2020 AFC North Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh | 12 | 4 | 0 | .750 | 416 | 312 |
| Baltimore | 11 | 5 | 0 | .688 | 468 | 303 |
| Cleveland | 11 | 5 | 0 | .688 | 408 | 419 |
| Cincinnati | 4 | 11 | 1 | .281 | 311 | 424 |
NBA: 2020-21 Central Standings
NCAAF: 2020 Big Ten - East Standings
| TEAM | CONF | OVR |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio State | 5-0 | 7-1 |
| Indiana | 6-1 | 6-2 |
| Penn State | 4-5 | 4-5 |
| Maryland | 2-3 | 2-3 |
| Rutgers | 3-6 | 3-6 |
| Michigan | 2-4 | 2-4 |
| Michigan State | 2-5 | 2-5 |