Tom Izzo is the Michigan State Spartans, but did he almost leave East Lansing for the NBA last year? "I've had more than a couple job offers in the NBA, and I looked at one last year with [the] Phoenix [Suns]," Izzo revealed in a Wednesday appearance on "The Dan Patrick Show." "My former player, [Suns owner] Mat Ishbia, that was a hard thing to turn down because, No. 1, I kind of wanted to go with him We talked seriously about it, let's say that. And then, No. 2, I've been pretty vocal about it: I don't like what's going on in college athletics. But, by the way, neither do 99.8% of the football and basketball coaches in America. "I think the kids are going to still find out before it's done that it's not best for them, either. But, in the meantime, you got to do what you got to do." UConn Huskies head coach Dan Hurley revealed last week on "The Dan Patrick Show" that he consulted with Izzo in 2024 when Hurley had discussions with the Los Angeles Lakers about their head-coaching vacancy, which Hurley ultimately turned down. Izzo said in the aforementioned interview he told Hurley that he "didn't want to lose him in college basketball" because he's "so good" for the sport but also stated they "got to keep an eye on what's happening" in their "profession." Of course, Izzo's Spartans lost to Hurley's Huskies in the Sweet 16 round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Tournament last week. It ended a 2025-26 season that saw Michigan State go 27-8 overall and 15-5 in Big Ten play, good for fourth in the conference. [More Hurley: UConn Men's Basketball Hoping For Championship Transfer Magic Once Again] As for what's next for the 71-year-old Izzo, the Michigan State coach expressed that he has no plans to retire in the near future, saying he's focused on "trying to win a national championship." Regarding the connection to the Suns, Ishbia played for Izzo at Michigan State for three seasons (1999-2000 season to 2001-02 season), including for the Spartans' 1999-2000 national title team. The Suns ended up hiring former Cleveland Cavaliers assistant coach Jordan Ott as their head coach last summer, marking the franchise's third coaching hire in as many years (Frank Vogel, Mike Budenholzer and Ott). This season, Phoenix is 42-34, good for the seventh seed in the Western Conference.

Delhi Capitals recovered from a top-order collapse as Sameer Rizvi hit an unbeaten half-century to help secure a six-wicket win over the Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL on Wednesday.

The NCAA approved sweeping penalties Wednesday for programs that sign players outside the transfer portal window. Coaches and attorneys across the sport aren't convinced the rules will hold

GLENDALE, AZ - DECEMBER 01: Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay calls a play during the NFL football game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Arizona Cardinals on December 1, 2019 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Kevin Abele/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesThis is not an April Fools post, nor is this a drill, Sean McVay was not in the most recent 2026 annual coaches photo. How? Why? There seems to be no answer, but we know that Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken missed the photo for a hair cut. If Monken missing the photo constitutes as news, then why havent writers and scholars explored the reasons for McVay missing the most recent public right of passage for NFL head coaches?Probably because the Los Angeles Rams arent perceived to be as funny as the Browns. The Browns is the Browns.Has McVay ever missed the all-important photo before? Yes, back in 2019 when he blamed his PR guy for the mix-up. Said McVay at the time,I was dressed, ready for that photo yesterday. That is Artis Twyman, our PR guys fault, McVay said jokingly. Artis said the photos canceled, I was at the pool relaxing and they said the photos back on. I was ready for it yesterday. It was not an intentional move to miss the photo. I didnt want to be the guy thinking hes too cool to miss the photo. Artis Twyman, great at everything else except the photo yesterday.That was 2019, so who remembers? This is 2026, and so far, no word on why McVay missed the photo? It appears that McVay and Monken were the only two head coaches absent for this most prestigious of photographs, and we know why Monken missed it, but not why McVay wasnt there.Troubling. Is it possible McVay was busy trying to shop Davante Adams?Perhaps he was getting his oral arguments ready for why NFL teams shouldnt be able to trade picks 5-years out? Id say Aprils Fools, but we dont know how much of a joke either of those above scenarios are. Of course, coaches can miss the photo, it happens, but the Browns getting some heat for it and not the Rams, that seems like a double standard to me, and double standards aint right.

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Delhi Capitals recovered from a top-order collapse as Sameer Rizvi hit an unbeaten half-century to help secure a six-wicket win over the Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL on Wednesday.

The brother of AFL legend Justin Leppitsch was accepted into the RAAF but instead became a registered sex offender for life after he sexually assaulted a 13-year-old girl.

Bayern Munich rallied with two late goals in three minutes to beat Manchester United 2-1 on Wednesday and advance to the Womens Champions League semifinals.Glds Viggsdttir started the rally in the 81st with a header after a corner kick, and Linda Dallmann fired from inside the area after another corner to send Bayern to its first semifinal since 2021 on a 5-3 aggregate score.Making its debut in the quarterfinals, United traveled to Germany after losing to Bayern Munich 3-2 in the opening leg at Old Trafford.The visitors dominated the first half with Melvine Malard putting them up 1-0 after 11 minutes. The France forward used a blunder by Bayern goalkeeper Ena Mahmutovic to score into an empty net, and equalize the aggregate score at 3-3.The German powerhouse applied pressure in the second half, but Manchesters defense led by American goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce held firm until Viggsdttir struck.Bayern will face either Barcelona or Real Madrid in the last four.London derbyLater Wednesday, defending champion Arsenal has a two-goal advantage to defend when it visits Chelsea in the second leg of their quarterfinal. Arsenal won 3-1 last week.That London derby marked the first time in Womens Champions League history that teams from the same city faced off.Last year, Chelsea did manage to overcome a two-goal deficit in the second leg of its quarterfinal against Manchester City at Stamford Bridge to advance to the semifinals.The winner will meet either Wolfsburg or Lyon in the semifinals.___AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer

Bayern Munich rallied with two late goals in three minutes to beat Manchester United 2-1 on Wednesday and advance to the Womens Champions League semifinals.Glds Viggsdttir started the rally in the 81st with a header after a corner kick, and Linda Dallmann fired from inside the area after another corner to send Bayern to its first semifinal since 2021 on a 5-3 aggregate score.Making its debut in the quarterfinals, United traveled to Germany after losing to Bayern Munich 3-2 in the opening leg at Old Trafford.The visitors dominated the first half with Melvine Malard putting them up 1-0 after 11 minutes. The France forward used a blunder by Bayern goalkeeper Ena Mahmutovic to score into an empty net, and equalize the aggregate score at 3-3.The German powerhouse applied pressure in the second half, but Manchesters defense led by American goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce held firm until Viggsdttir struck.Bayern will face either Barcelona or Real Madrid in the last four.London derbyLater Wednesday, defending champion Arsenal has a two-goal advantage to defend when it visits Chelsea in the second leg of their quarterfinal. Arsenal won 3-1 last week.That London derby marked the first time in Womens Champions League history that teams from the same city faced off.Last year, Chelsea did manage to overcome a two-goal deficit in the second leg of its quarterfinal against Manchester City at Stamford Bridge to advance to the semifinals.The winner will meet either Wolfsburg or Lyon in the semifinals.___AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer

A 95-year-old swimmer from Morden in south London has added five more age group world records to her remarkable collection.Jane Asher, who recently celebrated her 95th birthday, now holds well over 100 Masters swimming records.The achievement cements her status as one of the most decorated swimmers in the Masters category, which encompasses competitors aged 25 and above.Ms Asher holds a British Empire Medal in recognition of her commitment to the sport and has earned a place in the International Swimming Hall of Fame.TRENDINGStoriesVideosYour SayHer latest records came as she transitioned into the 95-99 age bracket.The south Londoner secured her latest records at the 33rd Guernsey International Masters Open, an event she has attended almost annually since 1992.Ms Asher's connection to the island stretches even further back, as she visited for her honeymoon in 1955.The weekend brought an unexpected celebration when relatives arrived in Guernsey to mark her 95th birthday."I was so pleased to see them it was brilliant," she said, adding: "I just love the island."Ms Asher entered multiple events at what will be the competition's final edition, with organisers citing rising costs as the reason for ending the 33-year tradition.She attributed her longevity in the sport to the well-being it provides and the community surrounding her."After you've had a swim, you get out, and you just feel, 'oh, I can go anywhere," she told Guernsey Press. LATEST DEVELOPMENTSThree schools in lockdown in Bristol as police launch manhunt for shooter who gunned down manMassive explosion as drone strikes British oil firm in Iraq after chilling Iran warningDriver accused of Derby car attack that injured seven people is picturedShe celebrated that swimming "just makes you feel well" and "makes you healthy."The 95-year-old credited her success to those who have supported her throughout her career.She said: "I feel grateful. I'm so lucky. I've had the right parents, I've had the opportunities. I've got friends who help. That's absolutely crucial. It's friends that make the whole thing. That's what life's about, isn't it?"Despite her remarkable tally of records, Ms Asher shows no signs of slowing down, with her sights firmly set on Budapest for her next competition and potentially another world record.Her approach to racing remains methodical, with careful attention to her rivals' performances."I'm watching what the others are doing because I never go too fast. Pacing is the most important, especially in these long swims," she said.Originally from Zambia, she has taken her swimming journey across the globe, including the United States, New Zealand, Australia, Italy, France and Spain.She claimed her first Master's record in 1986 and had reached 100 records by the age of 80.Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter