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PGA Championship 2025: ‘Kind of stupid’ and ‘crapshoot’—Scheffler, Schauffele question rules decision after opening-round mud balls

CHARLOTTE — The PGA of America typically enjoys a sterling reputation among professional golfers for its set-up of the PGA Championship. There is no integrity of par or aspirational score, instead taking the course how it is and doing the best with what officials find. However, the organization’s decision to implement “ball down” rules during…

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Donovan Mitchell Faces Major Challenge Amid Cavaliers’ Playoff Exit

Donovan Mitchell, the Cleveland Cavaliers’ All-Star guard, encountered a significant challenge during the 2025 NBA playoffs. After leading the Cavaliers to a 64-win regular season, Mitchell faced adversity in the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Indiana Pacers. In Game 4, Mitchell suffered a non-contact left ankle injury during halftime warm-ups, compounding a calf strain he…

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Dan Gilbert’s $500K ‘Cavalanche’ Investment Backfires Amid Cavaliers’ Playoff Exit

Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert made headlines with a $500,000 investment in fake snow machines intended to enhance the team’s “Cavalanche” scoring runs during the 2024–25 NBA season. However, the Cavaliers’ early elimination from the playoffs rendered the investment largely unused.  The snow machines at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse were designed to activate during significant scoring…

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Darius Garland News Puts 2 Stars in Trouble as Cavs Face $34 Million Tax Decision After Playoffs Loss

The Cleveland Cavaliers’ rollercoaster 2024–25 season came to a bitter end with a second-round playoff exit at the hands of the Indiana Pacers. As the dust settles from the 114–105 Game 5 loss, attention has swiftly turned to the future of the franchise—and the difficult financial decisions looming over its two young stars: Darius Garland…

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Cleveland Cavaliers Urged to Pull Off Jaw-Dropping Trade for LeBron James

Could the Cleveland Cavaliers take a swing on LeBron James this summer? The Cleveland Cavaliers now find themselves back to the drawing board this offseason after a historic season output was quickly put to rest following their exit in five games against the Indiana Pacers in the second round of this postseason. Looking to Cleveland’s offseason, it’ll be nothing…

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“Limp Yo A– Out There”: Stephen A. Smith’s Controversial Take on Darius Garland’s Injury Sparks Heated Reactions

In a recent segment on ESPN’s First Take, veteran sports commentator Stephen A. Smith made waves when he passionately called out Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland, urging him to play through injury during the NBA playoffs. “You’re on the brink of elimination… Limp yo a– out there no matter which way you got to do it,”…

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Houston Rockets Head Coach Addresses Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Speculations

Amid swirling rumors linking Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo to a potential trade, Houston Rockets Head Coach Ime Udoka and the team’s front office have made it clear: the Rockets are focused on their current core and not entertaining blockbuster trades that could derail their momentum. In recent weeks, speculation has emerged suggesting that Houston…

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Indiana Pacers Head Coach Rick Carlisle Addresses Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Speculations

In the wake of recent trade speculations surrounding Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle has addressed the rumors, emphasizing the team’s focus on internal development and cohesion. During a press conference following the Pacers’ victory over the Bucks, Carlisle highlighted the importance of team growth and resilience. He stated, “The…

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