Liam Griffin

Referee confesses to crucial missed foul in Pistons’ loss to Knicks

The Detroit Pistons can't catch a break this season, even from referees. NBA crew chief James Williams confessed to a missed call late in their 113-111 loss to the Knicks on Monday in New York.

February 27, 2024

Boosted NFL salary cap leaves Commanders with $96 million to spend

The NFL salary cap ballooned to $255 million this year, lifting the Washington Commanders with it.

February 26, 2024

Wizards fall to Cleveland 114-105 after Coulibaly leaves with injury

A forgettable season got a little worse for the Washington Wizards on Sunday with a 114-105 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Jarrett Allen scored 22 points and brought down 12 rebounds for Cleveland.

February 25, 2024

First female MLB umpire in 17 years debuts at spring training

t's normally a bad omen when an umpire steals a headline -- but Jen Pawol broke a barrier when she took the field for Saturday's game between the Washington Nationals and Houston Astros. She became the first woman to umpire an MLB game since 2007.

February 25, 2024

Bieniemy says he chose to leave Commanders, ‘I was not fired’

Former Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy is setting the record straight about his departure, saying he chose not to return for another season.

February 25, 2024

See-through pants dominate MLB spring training conversations

Most years, MLB spring training allows fans to learn more about young players and the superstars of tomorrow. This year, everyone is talking about pants.

February 25, 2024

Blue Jays’ pitcher serves as batboy in fantasy football punishment

The Toronto Blue Jays had a new batboy for Saturday's spring training opener -- veteran pitcher Tim Mayza. The 32-year-old donned a helmet as punishment for a last-place finish in his fantasy football league.

February 25, 2024

Daniels, Maye or Williams? Commanders have a decision to make with No. 2 pick

The quarterback-needy Washington Commanders hold the No. 2 pick in an NFL draft stocked with talented passers. The Commanders have a decision to make as draft day approaches -- will they select USC's Caleb Williams, LSU's Jayden Daniels, or UNC's Drake Maye?

February 22, 2024

RFK Stadium neighbors oppose mayor’s plan to bring Commanders back

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser hopes to lure the Washington Commanders back to the District with a rebuilt RFK Stadium -- but some neighborhood residents want to use the site for community initiatives instead.

February 22, 2024

College football players to receive $600, free video game from EA Sports

EA Sports will pay college football players $600 to use their name, image and likeness in its upcoming video game. Participating athletes will also receive a free copy of the game when it releases this summer.

February 22, 2024

New Commanders assistant coaches bring championship experience, D.C. ties

Wednesday was a new day for the Washington Commanders, assistant coaches said when they met the media. The 2024 coaching staff features an array of familiar faces for Commanders fans, including former Washington linebackers Ryan Kerrigan and Darryl Tapp.

February 21, 2024

Pippen, teammates tackle Jordan documentary, Bulls’ legacy on Australian speaking tour

Some players from the Bulls' championship teams still seem to be unhappy about Michael Jordan's "The Last Dance" documentary, which premiered in 2020. Scottie Pippen, Horace Grant, and Luc Longley will take their show on the road this month with the "No Bull" tour in Australia.

February 21, 2024