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Pope Leo XIV meeting with basketball teams in Rome

A papal audience before tipoff: College basketball takes over Rome

Imagine the scene: a basketball court surrounded by centuries-old architecture, the whispers of history mingling with the squeaks of sneakers and the echo of bouncing balls. As fans from across the globe fill the streets of Rome, the air is thick with anticipation—not just for the season opener,...

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Donovan Mitchell may need to redefine what it means to be the hero

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Donovan Mitchell wants the ball in late-game situations. The Cavs believe in him for it. And through much of his time in Cleveland, he has delivered.

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Why the Cavs’ free-flowing offense has disappeared

CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Cavs came into this season hoping to get back to the identity that fit their offense best: share the ball, move without it, and make defenses work for every possession.

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2 college football players have died after in-game emergencies in 2026

Injuries are a part of football, but nobody expects a player to lose their life during a game.

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Should the Guardians have started Gavin Williams in Game 6 of ALCS? Hey, Hoynsie

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Do you have a question about the Guardians that you’d like to have answered in Hey, Hoynsie? You can subscribe to Subtext here, text Hoynsie at 216-208-4346 for a two-week free trial or email him at [email protected].

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