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Who is the NBA GOAT? The greatest U.S. basketball players of all time, from MJ to 'Pistol Pete'
Michael Jordan, LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and the best of U.S. men's basketball make up USA TODAY's '250 for 250' list of greats.
Kansas baseball gains position in USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll
Kansas baseball hasn’t just remained in the top 25 of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, it’s gained position. Here’s where the Jayhawks are ranked.
College baseball rankings for Week 11: Updated USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, D1Baseball top 25
UCLA remains the top team in college baseball in the updated USA TODAY Coaches Poll. Here's a full look at this week's poll and more.
2026 NFL Draft rankings: Jordyn Tyson leads best WR prospects
With the 2026 NFL Draft approaching, USA TODAY Sports ranked the top wide receiver prospects in this year's class.
Trump Justice Department exodus hinders prosecutions, ex-officials say
The exit of thousands of DOJ lawyers weakens law enforcement for many years to come, former DOJ lawyers told USA TODAY.
Who is the best athlete in U.S. history? USA TODAY launches '250 for 250'
Who is the GOAT of U.S. sports history? USA TODAY's "250 for 250" project will give readers a chance to weigh in.
The NCAA idea that could reshape college sports: 'It's not a tweak, it's a structural shift'
NCAA’s five-year eligibility bet: Simpler rules, cleaner rosters, new tradeoffs. USA TODAY Sports canvassed college sports stakeholders on proposal.
James Franklin wanted to spite Penn State after firing. Here's why he didn't
USA TODAY Sports visited James Franklin at Virginia Tech to find out why ex-Penn State coach turned down $49 million vacation to rebuild in Blacksburg
Time 100 list 2026: An exclusive look at the stars who made the cut
Time magazine has unveiled its annual Time 100 list, and USA TODAY has an exclusive sneak peek at the major stars who were selected.
Brian Kelly on LSU firing: 'I didn’t win enough games, period.' What's next?
Six months after LSU firing, Brian Kelly tells USA TODAY Sports the problem was simple: ‘I didn’t win enough.’ But he wants to coach again.
No Other Pub nominated for Best Local Sports Bar in America in USA TODAY Sports Readers' Choice Awards
No Other Pub in the Kansas City Power & Light District is one of 20 finalists nationwide for Best Local Sports Bar in the USA TODAY Sports Readers' Choice Awards 2026 as nominated by an expert panel. Voting is open until 11 a.m. CT on Monday, May 11 and sports
Kansas baseball rises into top 25 of USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll
Kansas baseball jumped into the top 25 of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll. Take a look to see where the Jayhawks are going to be ranked this week.
College baseball rankings for Week 9: Updated USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, D1Baseball top 25
UCLA remains the top team in the updated USA TODAY Coaches college baseball rankings, but a number of teams saw sizeable drops and rises this week:
USA TODAY Sports launches inaugural Readers' Choice Awards
USA TODAY Sports Readers' Choice Awards voting is open. Cast your vote for best NFL cities, college baseball stadiums, and sports bars.
USA TODAY Sports launches inaugural Readers' Choice Awards
USA TODAY Sports Readers' Choice Awards voting is open. Cast your vote for best NFL cities, college baseball stadiums, and sports bars.
2026 NFL Draft rankings: David Bailey tops list of best Edge prospects
Here's a look at the best available Edge prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft, as ranked by USA TODAY Sports.
Five Years Running: The Sports Facilities Companies Named a USA TODAY Top Workplaces National Award Winner
/PRNewswire/ -- The Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) has been named a 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces National Award winner, earning a place on the prestigious...
The 2026 WNBA Draft board is a puzzle — here’s how it fits together now
In USA TODAY's latest WNBA mock draft, UCLA's Lauren Betts takes the No. 1 spot, her highest position yet, after March Madness.
Way too early 2027 Women’s NCAA Tournament bracketology: USC leads field
A returning JuJu Watkins and a loaded roster put USC atop USA TODAY Sports’ early 2027 NCAA Tournament projections.
Pat Fitzgerald was vilified, then vindicated. His truth comes out at last
Pat Fitzgerald opens up to USA TODAY Sports about his firing at Northwestern, hazing allegations and building a future with Michigan State football.
Where Kansas basketball ranks in final USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll
Kansas basketball’s season ended early on in the NCAA tournament, but what is its final ranking in the top 25 of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll?
UCLA leads final USA TODAY Sports women's college basketball poll Top 25 ranking
UCLA was crowned national champions of women's basketball for the first time and the Bruins lead the fina USA TODAY Sports poll of the season.
Lana Condor gets candid about her sexual health, libido and talks 'XO, Kitty'
USA TODAY chatted with the \
NHL power rankings: Two teams make coaching changes down stretch
The Golden Knights and Islanders have made coaching changes with the playoffs approaching. Here are the latest USA TODAY NHL power rankings.
2026 NFL mock draft: Could Ty Simpson get Jaxson Dart treatment?
Here's USA TODAY Sports' latest 2026 NFL mock draft with both Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson's Pro Days now in the book.
Alabama AD gives big opinion on SEC championship game's future: 'The ship has sailed'
The boss of Alabama athletics believes the SEC championship game should be no more. "The ship has sailed," Alabama AD Greg Byrne tells USA TODAY.
Nebraska cracks the USA TODAY Sports baseball coaches poll
Nebraska baseball continues to fly high after cracking the USA TODAY Sports Top 25
College baseball rankings, polls after Week 6: UCLA leads as top 10 gets shuffled
UCLA remains No. 1 in the USA TODAY Sports baseball poll, but the top 10 got a new look with a pair of SEC teams tumbling down the rankings.
Latest World & National News & Headlines
USA TODAY delivers current national and local news, sports, entertainment, finance, technology, and more through award-winning journalism, photos, and videos.
When will the Iran war end? Not soon enough, some Americans say
A trio of Americans told USA TODAY they were forgoing pet care and skipping vacations because of the pinch the war has put on the economy.
Megan Thee Stallion says 'Moulin Rouge!' Broadway debut was 'manifested'
In an interview with USA TODAY, Megan Thee Stallion discusses how she "manifested" her Broadway debut and more.
Rock Island Entertainment Venue Nominated In USA Today 10 Best Poll
WOC Newstalk 1420 is the Quad Cities place to talk! WOC is also the Quad Cities home for Iowa sports with a full slate of Iowa football and basketball games.
Five MLB Stadiums Served by Aramark Sports + Entertainment Named to USA TODAY 10Best List for Best Baseball Stadium Food
Aramark Sports + Entertainment is celebrating a standout performance in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Baseball Stadium Food, with five of its MLB partner ballparks ranking among the top 10 in the nation. Citi Field once again led the list, earning recognition as America’s Best Ballpark Food for the fourth consecutive year through fan voting.
Five MLB Stadiums Served by Aramark Sports + Entertainment Named to USA TODAY 10Best List for Best Baseball Stadium Food
Aramark Sports + Entertainment is celebrating a standout performance in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Baseball Stadium Food, with five of its MLB partner ballparks ranking among the top 10 in the nation. Citi Field once again led the list, earning recognition as America’s Best Ballpark Food for the fourth consecutive year through fan voting.
USA TODAY Sports Network picks for Iowa State vs Tennessee in Sweet 16
USA TODAY Sports Network picks for Iowa State vs Tennessee in Sweet 16.
Women's NCAA Tournament Round 2 winners, losers: Virginia make history, Iowa fizzles
USA TODAY has followed every upset, buzzer-beater and game from the 2026 Women's NCAA Tournament and rounded up our winners and losers from round two:
Latest World & National News & Headlines
USA TODAY delivers current national and local news, sports, entertainment, finance, technology, and more through award-winning journalism, photos, and videos.
Fantasy baseball updated Reliever rankings for 2026
Catch up on USA TODAY Sports' updated 2026 Reliever rankings ahead of the fantasy baseball season.
Katie Couric on aging, being a grandmother and the importance of early cancer screenings
Katie Couric tells USA TODAY about the joys of aging, being a grandmother and why early cancer screening is important – so others can age well, too.
USA TODAY Sports unveils 2026 ALL-USA Southwest Boys Basketball Team
Reese Alston, Kavian Bryant headline 2025-26 ALL-USA Southwest Boys Basketball Team.
Best fits for the Top 20 unsigned NFL free agents, ranked
USA TODAY Sports examines the best fits for the top remaining free agents.
2026 WNBA mock draft: Players to watch during Women's March Madness
In USA TODAY's latest WNBA mock draft, South Carolina's Raven Johnson makes the top 10, and UCLA's Kiki Rice moves up before Women's March Madness.
March Madness expert picks: Bracket predictions for 2026 NCAA Tournament
The NCAA Tournament bracket is set. Sign up for USA TODAY's Bracket Challenge to see if you can beat our experts' March Madness predictions.
See Kansas basketball’s ranking in USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll
Kansas basketball is about to set out on a NCAA tournament run. Here’s where the Jayhawks rank in the top 25 of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.
USA TODAY Sports projects Nebraska to play this Summit League team
Today is the day that Nebraska will learn its opponent for the opening round of the NCAA Tournament.
Latest World & National News & Headlines
USA TODAY delivers current national and local news, sports, entertainment, finance, technology, and more through award-winning journalism, photos, and videos.
Latest World & National News & Headlines
USA TODAY delivers current national and local news, sports, entertainment, finance, technology, and more through award-winning journalism, photos, and videos.
USA TODAY Sports Network 2026 All-ACC men's basketball awards, player of the year
Cameron Boozer and Duke basketball took home major honors in the USA TODAY Sports Network's All-ACC awards. Check out the full selections.
USA TODAY Sports Network 2026 All-ACC men's basketball awards, player of the year
Cameron Boozer and Duke basketball took home major honors in the USA TODAY Sports Network's All-ACC awards. Check out the full selections.
Latest World & National News & Headlines
USA TODAY delivers current national and local news, sports, entertainment, finance, technology, and more through award-winning journalism, photos, and videos.
UConn no longer unanimous No. 1 in women’s basketball coaches poll
In the latest USA TODAY Sports’ women’s basketball coaches poll, one coach on the panel believes that UCLA is the best team in the country.
Where Kansas basketball ranks in USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll update
Kansas basketball is preparing for the Big 12 Conference tournament this week. Where does it rank in the latest USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll update?
College basketball rankings: Duke leads USA TODAY Sports Top 25 poll entering March Madness
With the power conferences headed toward their respective tournaments, Duke remains No. 1 in a shuffled USA TODAY Sports men's basketball poll.
USA TODAY Sports Network 2026 All-SEC men's basketball awards, player of the year
Darius Acuff Jr. and the Florida Gators took home major honors in the USA TODAY Sports Network's All-SEC awards. Check out the full selections.
Women’s college basketball bracketology post Power 4 Conference tournaments
In USA TODAY Sports' latest bracketology for the Women's NCAA Tournament, Texas moved up on the one-line and West Virginia is in the top 16.
NFL free agency: Best fits for the top 25 available players
USA TODAY Sports explores the best fits for the top 25 free agents before the free agency period kicks off with the new league year on March 11.
USA TODAY Sports Network 2026 All-SEC women's basketball awards
Mikayla Blakes was the unanimous Player of the Year in the USA TODAY Sports Network All-SEC selections and awards for the 2025-26 season.
See Kansas basketball’s ranking in USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll
Kansas basketball had a pair of highly-ranked matchups this past week, beating Houston at home and losing at Arizona. Where do the Jayhawks rank now?
Latest World & National News & Headlines
USA TODAY delivers current national and local news, sports, entertainment, finance, technology, and more through award-winning journalism, photos, and videos.
Howard J. Lamade Stadium Named A USA Today Sports Editors’ Top Pick for Top 50 Best Sports Landmark to Visit
Howard J. Lamade Stadium, the home of the Little League Baseball® World Series, has been named a USA Today Sports Editors' Top Picks Top 50 Best Sports Landmark to Visit.
Must‑see minor league baseball towns in US that are worth the trip
From the affiliates of the Dodgers to the Yankees, Mets and more, USA TODAY Sports editors reveal the 50 best minor league baseball towns in the U.S.
Must‑see sports landmarks to visit across the United States
From the Banzai Pipeline to Cooperstown and beyond, USA TODAY Sports editors reveal the 50 best sports landmarks to visit in United States.
Nebraska drops in USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll
Nebraska basketball dropped in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll after a loss last week.
Did Kansas basketball drop in latest USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll?
Kansas basketball split its games during the past week of play, beating Oklahoma State and losing vs Cincinnati. Here’s where it is now in the top 25.
College basketball poll: Duke is new No. 1 in USA TODAY Sports Top 25 rankings
There's a new leader in the USA TODAY Sports men's basketball poll for the second week in a row after Duke's defeat of previous No.1 Michigan.
Women's college volleyball teams head to Bahamas for historic showcase
USA TODAY has the exclusive details on four college volleyball teams, including Kentucky and Purdue, competing in a new showcase in the Bahamas.
Ranking the NBA's best players: Top 25, revisited
In October, USA TODAY Sports published its ranking of the Top 25 NBA players. What did we get right? What did we get wrong?
Columbus' COSI named nation's best science museum for sixth time
COSI has been named the nation's best science museum in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards, with its planetarium also ranking.
UConn, SEC continue to dominate women’s basketball coaches poll
UConn remains No. 1 in the latest USA Today Sports women's basketball coaches poll. The SEC has 10 teams in the top 25 this week.
How far did Kansas basketball fall in USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll?
Kansas basketball split its games during the past week, beating Arizona but losing at Iowa State. Here’s where the team now ranks in the top 25 poll.
College basketball rankings push Michigan to No. 1 in USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll Top 25
Michigan returns to the No. 1 spot in the USA TODAY Sports men's basketball poll after a pair of losses by previous leader Arizona.
Check out USA TODAY Sports' college baseball preseason All-American team
Here’s a look at the USA TODAY Sports college baseball Preseason All-American team and player, coach and freshman of year picks.
Meet the USA TODAY Sports Network 2026 Preseason All-America baseball team
UCLA's Roch Cholowsky and LSU coach Jay Johnson highlight the 2026 USA TODAY Sports Network Preseason All-American baseball awards.
Is Kansas basketball in top 10 of USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll?
Kansas basketball picked up a pair of wins this past week. Here’s what that’s meant for KU in the top 25 of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.
College basketball rankings: Houston surges in USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll Top 25
Arizona retained the top spot in the USA TODAY Sports men's basketball poll but another team made news with significant move inside the top 10.
Lunch with Trump auctioned for $2M: Inside Florida Politics
USA Today Network of Florida panelists Antonio Fins, John Kennedy and Hannah Phillips discuss it all on the Inside Florida Politics podcast.
USA TODAY Sports' 2026 college softball preseason power rankings
In USA TODAY's preseason softball rankings, Texas Tech takes the No. 1 spot after owning the transfer portal.
College baseball USA TODAY Sports preseason poll has LSU ahead of UCLA
LSU leads the USA TODAY Sports preseason college baseball rankings after finishing at No. 1 following its national title in the College World Series.
Baseball slotted third in USA Today Sports preseason poll - University of Texas Athletics
Texas tabbed consensus preseason top-10 team.
Men's college basketball rankings after Week 13: Updated Coaches Poll, AP Top 25
Here's an updated look at the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll and AP Top 25 after Week 13 of the men's college basketball season:
USA TODAY Sports' 2026 NCAA softball preseason All-Americans
USA Today Sports selects preseason All-Americans for NCAA softball in 2026. Stars like NiJaree Canady and Jordy Frahm are featured.
NFL mock draft 2026: AI predicts the entire first round
USA TODAY Sports had Microsoft Copilot AI predict the entire first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The experiment yielded a surprise omission.
Pittsburgh's Kamin Science Center up for Best Science Museum in USA Today's 10Best awards
The Detroit News now part of USA TODAY Network
The Detroit News is officially part of USA TODAY Co.’s network of more than 200 newspapers.
MLB offseason grades: Dodgers get top marks, plenty of Fs to go around
USA TODAY Sports issues grades for all 30 MLB teams this winter.
UNC basketball projected a Top-5 Seed in USA TODAY Sports bracketology
UNC is playing NCAA Tournament-caliber basketball right now. USA TODAY Sports gives the Tar Heels a Top 5 Regional seed in its latest bracketology.
How much did Kansas basketball rise in USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll?
Kansas basketball is moving on up in the latest USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll update. Check out where the Jayhawks are ranked heading into this week.
Meet USA TODAY Sports Network 2026 Preseason All-America softball team
Texas Tech's NiJaree Canady and Nebraska's Jordy (Bahl) Frahm highlight the 2026 USA TODAY Sports Network Preseason All-American softball awards.
Arizona leads college basketball rankings as rest of USA TODAY Sports poll gets shuffled
Arizona remains No. 1 the USA TODAY Sports men's basketball poll but the rest of the top 10 got a major shakeup after the weekend.
Oklahoma Sooners top 10 in USA TODAY Sports early 2026 power rankings
The Oklahoma Sooners were included in the top 10 of USA TODAY Sports way-too-early power rankings.
RFK Jr. tells USA TODAY electromagnetic radiation 'a major health concern'
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told USA TODAY that “electromagnetic radiation is a major health concern."
Sports fans, shop these 10 must-have hardcover collector's books
Whether you're a fan of the NFL, NHL, NBA or other sports, the USA TODAY Store features photo book keepsakes for everyone. Shop the latest now.
Women's college basketball midseason All-American team: Who joins Strong?
Halfway through the women’s college basketball season, Sarah Strong looks like the best player. She leads USA TODAY Sports’ midseason All-Americans.
Wild Center secures nomination for nation’s ‘best science museum’
TUPPER LAKE — Another year, another nomination of national prestige for The Wild Center. The museum was named on Monday as one of 20 nominees vying for the “Best Science Museum” in USA TODAY’s 2026 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. This is the fourth year in a row that The Wild Center has been nominated, and […]
'Quad God' Ilia Malinin talks Olympics on USA TODAY podcast
"Quad God" star Ilia Malinin stops by the first episode of USA TODAY's "Milan Magic" Olympic podcast. You can watch it here:
National championship predictions: Who will win between Indiana, Miami?
As Indiana and Miami prepare to meet in the College Football Playoff national championship game, USA TODAY Sports has some early predictions
College basketball rankings: Michigan, Arizona remain Top 25 poll leaders
Michigan and Arizona continue to lead the first USA TODAY Sports men's basketball poll of the 2026 calendar year.
CFP predictions: Picking winners for Peach Bowl and Fiesta Bowl semifinals
The CFP semifinals are set, with Miami playing Ole Miss in the Fiesta Bowl and Oregon vs Indiana in the Peach Bowl. Here are USA TODAY's picks.
Where is Alabama women's basketball ranked in USA TODAY Sports coaches poll?
A perfect start has Alabama women’s basketball earning national attention before SEC play begins. See the latest movement in the USA TODAY Sports coaches poll from Dec. 30 here.
NBA power rankings: A new No. 1 unseats OKC Thunder
In the span of 13 days, the Oklahoma City Thunder lost three times to the team that now tops the USA TODAY NBA power rankings.