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Thunder Lead the Pack in Late-Season NBA Contender Power Rankings
sports2 days ago

Thunder Lead the Pack in Late-Season NBA Contender Power Rankings

Sports Illustrated’s late-season NBA championship power rankings crown the Thunder No. 1 due to elite defense and deep depth, even as health concerns linger for key players. The 12-contender field ranges from the Spurs (Victor Wembanyama) and Pistons (Cade Cunningham) near the top to the Nuggets, Cavaliers, Timberwolves, Rockets, Knicks, Lakers, Celtics, Raptors, and 76ers, each with distinct strengths and flaws that could shape a title run. Historical trends still favored top seeds, but recent play shows variance that keeps the race wide open going into April.

via Sports Illustrated|
#basketball#championship#injuries
Michigan Tops Eight-Contender Field for 2026 NCAA Title
sports8 days ago

Michigan Tops Eight-Contender Field for 2026 NCAA Title

SB Nation ranks eight national championship contenders for the 2026 NCAA men’s tournament, with Michigan No. 1 ahead of Duke, Houston, Arizona, Purdue, Florida, Iowa State, and Illinois; the piece discusses how NIL and the transfer portal have reshaped rosters and profiles key players like Keaton Wagler (Illinois), Joshua Jefferson (Iowa State), Walter Clayton Jr. (Florida), Braden Smith (Purdue), Koa Peat and Brayden Burries (Arizona), Kingston Flemings (Houston), Cam Boozer (Duke), and Michigan’s transfer-led frontcourt and depth as it nears Selection Sunday.

via SB Nation|
#championship#college-basketball#contenders
Miami Championship Tickets Hit Record-High Prices
business1 month ago

Miami Championship Tickets Hit Record-High Prices

Ticket prices for the College Football Playoff National Championship in Miami are soaring, with average tickets around $4,000 and some listings as high as $30,000, plus premium parking up to $9,000 and midfield suites offering 18 tickets for $1.2 million. The surge is driven by a large Miami alumni base and compelling storylines, including Indiana’s homecoming quarterback, with roughly 65,000 in attendance expected at Hard Rock Stadium and even attention from President Trump, underscoring Miami’s role as a global hub for major live-sport events.

via Bloomberg.com|
#business#championship#college-football
sports1 month ago

NASCAR Brings Back The Chase for 2026 as a Pure Points Battle

NASCAR unveiled a 2026 The Chase format: 16 drivers will race the final 10 events across the Cup, Xfinity (O'Reilly Auto Parts Series), and Truck Series, with no eliminations and a championship determined solely by points. The change returns to a season-long points battle after the previous era of elimination playoffs, with drivers and former champions praising the simpler, fan-friendly structure and the emphasis on consistent performance each week.

via NASCAR.com|
#2026-format#championship#nascar
Indiana vs. Miami: A Clash for the College Football Title
sports1 month ago

Indiana vs. Miami: A Clash for the College Football Title

The upcoming College Football Playoff championship features Indiana, seeking its first title in 24 years, against Miami, aiming for its first ever, in a matchup at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium. Indiana, an underdog with a perfect 15-0 record, faces a resilient Miami team that has overcome regular-season setbacks to reach the final. The game promises to be a historic and exciting showdown, with Indiana's unlikely rise and Miami's quest to reclaim glory.

via The New York Times|
#championship#college-football#indiana
sports1 month ago

Highlights and Memorable Moments from NASCAR's 2025 Season

Kyle Larson had an outstanding 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season, winning his second championship, with key victories at Bristol and Kansas, and leading significant laps. He secured Hendrick Motorsports' 15th Cup Series title and joined an elite group of multiple-time champions. Larson's future with Hendrick is uncertain as his contract ends after 2026, and he aims to return to victory lane in 2026 despite a winless streak.

via NASCAR.com|
#2025-season#championship#hendrick-motorsports