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The Wizards never led during a 132-101 loss to the Knicks.

James Harden is on the move again, heading from the Clippers to the Cavaliers in a swap of all-star point guards. More from our @bengolliver.bsky.social:

"Football players believe in meritocracy," said David White, the NFL Players Association’s interim executive director. "And they believe in having a fair shot to prove yourself, to do your job." On the NFL's latest hiring cycle for coaches, in which diversity was virtually nonexistent:

Purdue got well Sunday against Maryland, snapping a three-game skid. But even that rare slide didn't significantly damage a team that's well on its way to another high NCAA seed. For @postsports.bsky.social, plus a fresh 68-team field breakdown. www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2026/...

Lindsey Vonn’s improbable skiing comeback has taken on another degree of difficulty. The American Alpine star, who tore her ACL in a crash last week, says she still plans to compete in Sunday’s downhill race at the Milan-Cortina Olympics.

Team Shiffrin gets back a missing piece for these Olympics: Mikaela’s mom

She was a prodigy. Then a plumber’s apprentice. Now, she’s an Olympian.

Here’s our story on the gambler accused of orchestrating one of the biggest matchfixing schemes in US history.  @postsports.bsky.social has long delivered some of the best sports reporting out there. I’m grateful to contribute to that legacy. #SaveThePost wapo.st/4tv5Co7

ESPN closed a blockbuster deal to acquire some of the NFL’s most valuable media offerings, including NFL Network and broadcasting rights to the RedZone brand, after receiving regulatory approval.

I went to the college Excel championships in Vegas, spending three days with people who REALLY love competitive spreadsheeting. Come along. Here's how that looked, sounded and felt: washingtonpost.com/sports/interactive/2026/college-excel-spreadsheet-championships/?itid=sf_sports_toptable_1_0

There will be just 10 games remaining in the 76ers' season when Paul George is eligible to return from his suspension.

Person familiar confirms the following #Commanders coaches will not be back in 2026: -- Defensive pass game coordinator Jason Simmons -- Asst. LB coach Ryan Kerrigan -- Asst. DL coach Sharrif Floyd -- Player development coach Pete Ohnegian @aaronwilsonnfl.bsky.social was first.

“What do you want to accomplish?” “I want to make the Olympic team.” That childhood dream was no longer just Maxim Naumov's own.

After the NFL's latest rules tweaks, the number of kickoff returns surged this season. But so did the number of concussions suffered on those plays. www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2026/...

Bill Belichick won’t be a first-ballot Hall of Famer. How did that happen?

The Wizards' nine-game skid is over. Alex Sarr's big night and some solid work on defense got the job done against the Trail Blazers.

News: Dan Kolko will succeed Bob Carpenter doing play-by-play on Nationals broadcasts this year, according to multiple people familiar with the decision. Kolko filled in regularly for Carpenter last year and has been a part of Nats coverage in various roles since 2012.

For @postsports.bsky.social, a weekly bracket and a look at the last of the undefeateds (with an emphasis on Nebraska and Miami of Ohio) in the 21st century and their postseason fates. www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2026/...

More on new #Commanders defensive coordinator Daronte Jones: - First-time NFL DC, but with play-calling experience - Local guy (shoutout Bishop McNamara) - DB focus to complement Dan Quinn's expertise in DL Full story w/ @tashanreed.bsky.social: www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2026/...

A key assistant for Brian Flores in Minnesota is in line to become the Commanders' defensive coordinator. From our @tashanreed.bsky.social and @tomschad.bsky.social:

For the second year in a row, the Wizards will have three players in the Rising Stars competition at NBA All-Star Weekend.

WNBA star Breanna Stewart showed a sign reading “Abolish ICE” to a crowd at a Miami-area arena before a game with her Unrivaled league team. Stewart said she was “just disgusted from everything” she saw in the news regarding the events in Minnesota.

For as much as things changed this NFL season, two of the best franchises from the 2010s — the Patriots and Seahawks — will meet again in the Super Bowl.

If nothing else, I’ve always hoped our work in the Washington Post’s sports section could give readers a meaningful connection to (and understanding of) something bigger than themselves. I’ve seen today: It has. Forever grateful to be a part of this team. #SaveThePost

People ask me what my favorite part of working at The Post is and I often tell them my granddad. A native Washingtonian, he’s an avid sports fan. When I was hired in 2021, it was a full-circle moment for my family. Serving local readers like him is a privilege. #SaveThePost

Just wanted to take a minute, for no particular reason whatsoever, and celebrate some of the brilliant work that my @postsports.bsky.social colleagues have done in recent weeks. These stories take time and resources. They're also what make The Post so great. All gift links/free to read...

Senators seek answers from administration over terminated D.C. golf lease

Breanna Stewart holds ‘Abolish ICE’ sign as sports world reacts to Minneapolis

Even as they saw the cream and crimson confetti raining, Alberto Espino did not think about how the generations turned so that two grandsons could relish and excel at a game uniquely American. Always read @chuckculpepper.bsky.social:

Late to the party on this one, but can confirm Vikings defensive passing game coordinator Daronte Jones is interviewing today for the Commanders' DC vacancy. NFL Network was first. Jones is the ninth known candidate for the gig, but two (Flores/Gannon) are no longer in play.

The AFC championship game could be decided by a quarterback with four career NFL starts, but Broncos Coach Sean Payton isn't concerned about fill-in QB Jarrett Stidham. "He's going to rip it," Payton said.

“I loved our game tonight. I thought our guys fought like hell tonight.” The Capitals' evening in Edmonton ended with overtime disappointment thanks to Connor McDavid, but Coach Spencer Carbery appreciated the effort. From our @baileyannej.bsky.social:

The Wizards made a little history in their latest loss.

The Steelers are hiring Mike McCarthy as their coach, but his history with quarterback Aaron Rodgers does not necessarily mean Rodgers will spend another season in Pittsburgh.

The Browns have everything a coach could want -- except for a stable owner and a promising quarterback situation. From Post columnist @candacedbuckner.bsky.social:

More than 65 years before Fernando Mendoza led Indiana to a historic national championship, his grandfather began the journey of a lifetime.

“If you take a look at the bench, it says everything — how happy we are for him.” The Capitals reveled in Hendrix Lapierre's first goal since March 2024 -- and got a win in Calgary to boot.

I know what you're thinking: man, I wish @spencernusbaum.bsky.social and Andrew had a story detailing what they've heard from talent evaluators across baseball about the prospects acquired in the MacKenzie Gore trade. Lucky for you, we came through:

Steelers DC Teryl Austin has interviewed for the Commanders' DC vacancy, person familiar confirms. @nickijhabvala.bsky.social was first. Won't find many candidates with more experience. Austin has spent 10 seasons as a DC in the NFL or college.

Rob Gronkowski is still ‘Gronk,’ just with an earlier bedtime

How George Steinbrenner made the U.S. an Olympic medal power

Trading MacKenzie Gore tells Nats fans there’s still a long way to go. Column from @barrysvrlugawp.bsky.social

Here's our initial story on MacKenzie Gore, who was traded to the Texas Rangers for five prospects. w/ @chelseajanes.bsky.social and @spencernusbaum.bsky.social:

Exclusive: FBI is investigating the death of Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay

This firing-and-hiring cycle for NFL coaches went entirely off the rails with the John Harbaugh, Mike Tomlin and Sean McDermott moves.

ACL tears keep sidelining women’s basketball stars. What’s going on?

Best bets for the AFC and NFC championship games

The NFL solved overtime — and left coaches with a big decision