Jelani Scott

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Aided by epic Bucks collapse, Pacers advance with thrilling OT win

2 weeks ago | nytimes.com | Jelani Scott

An incredible Game 5 collapse by the Milwaukee Bucks stunned NBA fans Tuesday night as Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers closed out their first-round playoff series with a dramatic 119-118 overtime victory. The Bucks held a 20-point lead early in the game, only to see the Pacers battle back and eventually force overtime. Milwaukee then built a seven-point lead in the extra period before falling apart.
Steelers still hope to add Aaron Rodgers, might draft developmental QB, owner says

2 weeks ago | nytimes.com | Mike DeFabo |Jelani Scott

The Pittsburgh Steelers are still optimistic free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers will join the team soon, president and owner Art Rooney said Friday, as the 2025 NFL Draft continued and the team declined to take a quarterback through the first three rounds.
How he fits, pick grade and scouting intel

2 weeks ago | nytimes.com | Jelani Scott

The Seattle Seahawks selected Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe with the No. 92 pick in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft. He's the fourth quarterback off the board behind Cam Ward (No. 1), Jaxson Dart (No. 25) and Tyler Shough (No. 40). Seattle's Day 2 selection of Milroe, a two-year starter for the Crimson Tide, adds an interesting wrinkle ahead of training camp to a QB room that currently includes Sam Darnold, Drew Lock and Sam Howell.
How he fits, pick grade and scouting intel

2 weeks ago | nytimes.com | Jelani Scott

The Houston Texans further bolstered their receiving corps on Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft, selecting Iowa State wide receiver Jaylin Noel in the third round with the No. 79 pick. Noel, who's listed at 5-foot-10 and 194 pounds, is a bit undersized, but the former Cyclone was a reliable option in the slot during his time in the Hawkeye State. The wideout blossomed from a true freshman and depth piece for current San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy into an impactful three-year starter.
How he fits, pick grade and scouting intel

2 weeks ago | nytimes.com | Jelani Scott

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are adding another weapon to their offense with the selection of Ohio State wide receiver Emeka Egbuka with the No. 19 pick of the 2025 NFL Draft. Egbuka, Ohio State's all-time leader in receptions (205), joins Tampa Bay following a storybook ending to a standout collegiate career.
How he fits, pick grade and scouting intel

2 weeks ago | nytimes.com | Jelani Scott

With the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, the Tennessee Titans selected University of Miami quarterback Cam Ward, officially ushering in the start of a new era for the franchise at the game's most important position. Ward's arrival figures to eventually answer a question that has long plagued Tennessee: Who will be the long-term linchpin under center?
NFL legend Julio Jones announces retirement after 13 seasons

1 month ago | nytimes.com | Jelani Scott |Brooks Kubena

Julio Jones, a future Hall of Fame wide receiver and Atlanta Falcons icon, announced his retirement from the NFL on Friday following a decorated 13-year career. Jones, who turned 36 on Feb. 8, shared the news in a video posted on his social media. The multi-time All-Pro and Pro Bowl receiver leaves the NFL after sitting out the 2024 season, with his last reps coming in 2023 during an 11-game run with the Philadelphia Eagles. "Started when I was eight years old, just a kid from Foley, Alabama.
USC’s JuJu Watkins named 2025 Naismith Women’s College Player of the Year

1 month ago | sports.yahoo.com | Jelani Scott

On the heels of suffering a season-ending right knee injury, USC superstar JuJu Watkins received positive news Wednesday after the sophomore was announced as the 2025 Naismith Women’s College Player of the Year. Watkins, who tore her ACL during the NCAA Tournament last Monday, earned the award over UCLA’s Lauren Betts, Connecticut’s Paige Bueckers and Notre Dame’s Hannah Hidalgo following an exceptional second season.
UConn star Paige Bueckers to enter 2025 WNBA Draft after NCAA Tournament

1 month ago | spokesman.com | Ben Pickman |Jelani Scott |Chantel Jennings

Connecticut star Paige Bueckers, long considered the presumptive No. 1 pick in next month’s WNBA Draft, will indeed enter that draft after the NCAA Tournament, a program spokesperson said Friday. Bueckers, 23, is in her fifth season at UConn but has one year of college eligibility remaining. ESPN commentator Rebecca Lobo first reported the news.
Josh Giddey sinks half-court shot at the buzzer; Bulls beat Lakers in dramatic 119-117 win

1 month ago | nytimes.com | Jelani Scott

For the second time in five days, the Chicago Bulls stunned the Los Angeles Lakers with another unlikely win, thanks to a huge half-court shot from Josh Giddey in Wednesday's dramatic 119-117 victory. After trailing 91-75 entering the fourth quarter, Chicago stormed back to outscore Los Angeles and trailed 115-113 with 10.1 seconds to play. A Patrick Williams 3 narrowed the deficit and set up a Lakers inbounds, resulting in a sloppy pass from LeBron James to Austin Reaves, stolen by Giddey.