The NBA and NBPA approved an extraordinary-circumstances appeal for Cade Cunningham, restoring his eligibility for MVP and All‑NBA honors despite a late‑season collapsed lung.

Fort Lauderdale's aquatic complex will host a packed spring-to-summer slate: the American Cup, Speedo Fort Lauderdale Open, the High Diving World Cup (and juniors) and AAU nationals. International athletes and youth teams will converge on the city.

The Big Ten will hold its inaugural postseason volleyball tournament at Fishers Event Center Nov. 20–25, 2026, a 15‑team week that crowns a champion on Nov. 25. Ticket and broadcast details will be released later.

Denver’s Colfax Marathon marks its 20th year May 15–17 with eight races, an expo at Empower Field and a City Park finish festival. Expect route landmarks and transit impacts.

The USOPC has recognized USA Surfing as the U.S. national governing body, effective June 1, after new funding and local backing helped resolve a multiyear dispute. The decision clears the path for surfer‑led preparation for LA28.

Sal Stewart's two three‑run homers powered Cincinnati to an 8‑3 win and left him with a rookie stat line OptaSTATS says hasn't been matched since 1920.

Stephen Curry scored 35 and Al Horford drilled four late 3s as the Warriors rallied from 13 down to stun the Clippers 126-121 in the West play‑in.

One Knoxville stunned D.C. United in a 6-5 penalty shootout after a 3-3 draw at Audi Field, advancing in the U.S. Open Cup.

Twenty small private schools told the GHSA to suspend its 3A‑A private playoff division and warned of legal or legislative steps if talks stall. The move highlights a rift over reclassification and competitive balance.

Longtime White Sox anthem singer Gerald Chaney collapsed at Guaranteed Rate Field and was taken to a hospital; the team says he was alert before transport.

Jake Oettinger made the big saves as the Stars beat the Sabres 4-3 in a shootout, finishing 50-20-12 and rolling into the playoffs with momentum.

Oklahoma State stunned No. 1 Oklahoma 6-4 at Devon Park as Ruby Meylan threw a complete game and Kendall Wells homered in a Bedlam upset.

Harris County approved NRG's move to restore the Reliant Stadium name. Signs will be reinstalled after the World Cup and ahead of the Texans' 25th season.