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Boxer Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez of San Antonio just can't stop bringing his fights to Phoenix, where he has a history of big wins. See link below ⬇️

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What channel is New York Knicks vs San Antonio Spurs game on today? How to watch 2026 NBA Finals Game 3 on TV and streaming. See link below ⬇️

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Could the Suns land Ja Morant? A new trade scenario links Phoenix to the Memphis star. See link below ⬇️

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Hall of Famer Gary Payton spoke to The Arizona Republic about the Seattle SuperSonics’ potential return in NBA’s expansion plan, the New York Knicks' 2-0 lead over the San Antonio Spurs entering NBA Finals Game 3 on June 8, Payton’s three trips to the Finals vs. the Michael Jordan-led Chicago Bulls and losing with Kobe-Shaq L.A. Lakers before Payton won the 2006 title with the Miami Heat.

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Here is The Republic's list of top Arizona high school running backs entering the fall 2026 season. Readers can vote in our poll for No. 1. See link below ⬇️

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The transfer portal is now open for softball, and the Arizona State Sun Devils appear to be losing one of their postseason stars. See link below ⬇️

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Jacoby Brissett will report to Arizona Cardinals mandatory minicamp this week, per ESPN. He seeks a pay raise. How much of an increase does he deserve?

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Brendan Sorsby will play college football this season. He will now presumably enter the NFL in the 2027 draft, after his college eligibility has expired. See link below ⬇️

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