Salt Lake City, UT

Miami, FL

Denver, CO

Herro injured himself in Miami's first game of the 2023 playoffs. The Denver Nuggets took complete control in Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Miami Heat, thanks to the 25+ point performances from Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray. From the opening seconds of the game, Denver came out on fire and at one point held a 24-point lead over the Heat. Miami made a late run to make things interesting but it wasn't enough in the end which puts even more pressure on them to win tonight.

NBA Finals live updates, Nuggets vs. Heat score: Miami delays return of Tyler Herro for Game 2 in Denver

Florida State

Zeller (foot) has been upgraded to probable for Sunday's matchup with the Nuggets in Game 2 of the NBA Finals, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports. Zeller had been listed as questionable on the initial Game 2 injury report the Heat released Saturday, but he's apparently shown some improvement as Sunday's 8 p.m. ET opening tip draws closer. Even if active Sunday, Zeller likely won't play more than a handful of minutes behind starting center Bam Adebayo, who is once again expected to shoulder a heavy workload.

Heat's Cody Zeller: Likely to play Sunday

The Miami Heat have tied the NBA Finals at one game apiece with a thrilling 111-108 victory in Game 2 against the Denver Nuggets. Denver led for most of the game, and was in control after three quarters, but a 36-25 fourth quarter out of the Heat completed the comeback and tied the series. That gives the Heat seven comebacks of at least 12 points this postseason, more than the rest of the NBA combined.

NBA Finals score, takeaways: Heat's lineup change pays off, shooting variance sinks Nuggets

After dropping the first game of the NBA Finals to the Denver Nuggets, the Miami Heat bounced back in a big way in Game 2. Thanks largely to a 36-point fourth quarter, the Heat were able to pull out a 111-108 victory in order to tie the series up at one and steal homecourt advantage away from Denver.

Heat vs. Nuggets: Miami benefits from two apparent missed calls in NBA Finals Game 2 victory

The Denver Nuggets will look to go 10-0 at home this postseason when they battle the Miami Heat in Game 2 of the 2023 NBA Finals on Sunday. Denver won the series opener on Thursday, 104-93, at Ball Arena. The Heat (44-38), who are coming off a 4-3 series win over the Boston Celtics, are an impressive 6-5 on the road this postseason. The Nuggets (53-29), who swept a four-game series over the Lakers in the Western Conference finals, are 13-3 in the playoffs. Denver has won 10 of the past 11 meetings with Miami, going 5-1 at home during that stretch.

Nuggets vs. Heat odds, prediction, time: 2023 NBA Finals Game 2 picks, bets by Denver expert on 58-37 roll

Georgia State

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Jacky Oh, a former star of MTV’s improv show Wild ‘N Out, passed away on Wednesday at 32, following a trip to Miami, Florida. Based on reports citing a since-deleted social media post, the TV personality and model traveled to Miami for a “mommy makeover” by Dr. Zachary Okhah.

Wild ‘N Out’s Jacky Oh leaves behind 3 young children with longtime partner DC Youngfly

Saint Louis, MO

Carlson (ankle) will begin a rehab assignment Tuesday, John Denton of MLB.com reports. Carlson has been running and taking swings from both sides of the plate since Monday, but he's still a few days away from returning to game action. The team didn't indicate how long it plans to keep Carlson on assignment, but he could return ahead of the Cards' next homestand June 9.

Cardinals' Dylan Carlson: Beginning assignment Tuesday

Kansas State

Kansas City, MO

Norma Hunt's final game watching the Kansas City Chiefs saw the franchise hoist the Vince Lombardi Trophy. Four months after the Chiefs emerged victorious in Super Bowl LVII, Hunt died at age 85 on Sunday, the team announced. Hunt, the wife of the late Chiefs founder Lamar Hunt, attended all...

Norma Hunt, wife of late Chiefs founder Lamar Hunt and mother of CEO Clark Hunt, dies at 85

Cincinnati, OH

The Reds placed Friedl on the 10-day injured list Saturday with a strained left hamstring, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. Friedl hasn't played since being removed from Tuesday's game against Boston. He's already begun doing field work alongside a bit of running, so he shouldn't require much more than a minimum stint on the IL, but that still means Friedl will be held out for another week or so. The 27-year-old outfielder is currently slashing .326/.377/.496 with 20 RBI through 158 plate appearances.

Reds' TJ Friedl: Lands on injured list

Arizona State

Phoenix, AZ

Walker isn't in Arizona's lineup Saturday against Atlanta. Having recorded a base hit in six of his last seven games, Walker will get a breather Saturday. Emmanuel Rivera will start at first base instead and bat fifth.

Diamondbacks' Christian Walker: Not starting Saturday

Baltimore, MD

Orioles manager Brandon Hyde said after Saturday's 4-0 loss to the Giants that Henderson (back) was removed as a precaution, Nathan Ruiz of The Baltimore Sun reports. "He'll be fine," Hyde said of Henderson, who is considered day-to-day with lower-back discomfort. While Hyde believes that Henderson will be OK, the...

Orioles' Gunnar Henderson: Removal considered precautionary

Houston, TX

Wagner underwent surgery Friday to remove the hook of the hamate bone in his right hand, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports. Wagner was shut down earlier this week at Double-A Corpus Christi due to what was originally described as right wrist discomfort, and further testing revealed the need for a surgical procedure on his hamate bone. The 24-year-old infielder could be in recovery mode for close to two months.

Astros' Will Wagner: Requires hamate surgery

Votto (shoulder/biceps) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Louisville on Saturday, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports. Votto started his initial rehab assignment in early April, but it quickly became obvious his surgically repaired left shoulder and bicep weren't ready. The veteran first baseman has been ramping up his workouts in recent weeks and now feels ready to give it another shot. How many games he might need isn't yet clear, but a lengthy rehab stint seems probable. Once he's deemed ready, Votto figures to be used both at first base and designated hitter.

Reds' Joey Votto: Slated for rehab assignment

St. Louis designated Barrera for assignment Saturday, John Denton of MLB.com reports. Barrera will move off the 40-man roster after appearing in six games with St. Louis following his May 6 promotion from Triple-A Memphis. He went hitless in his two at-bats with the club. The Cardinals will announce a corresponding transaction before Sunday's game against the Pirates.

Cardinals' Tres Barrera: Removed from 40-man roster

Philadelphia, PA

PHILADELPHIA -- Throughout the process of learning right guard last season, Cam Jurgens had the benefit of shadowing Isaac Seumalo as he was getting accustomed to a new position. The Philadelphia Eagles had Jason Kelce at center, so Jurgens took right guard reps in training camp in order for more position versatility.

Cam Jurgens turns to former Eagles lineman to learn right guard, explains challenges of new position

Yannick Ngakoue has made several stops throughout his still-young NFL career. The 28-year-old pass rusher is currently on the free agent market and looking at playing for his sixth team in the last five seasons. For a player who was a Pro Bowl pass rusher in 2017 and piled up at least 9.5 sacks in each of the last two seasons, Ngakoue's miles are a bit surprising and he's now looking for some stability as he carefully chooses his next destination.

Yannick Ngakoue landing spots: Free agent defensive end looking for 'stable home' in next team

Minneapolis, MN

Gallo was scratched from Friday's lineup against Cleveland with tightness in his hamstring, Do-Hyoung Park of MLB.com reports. Willi Castro will fill in for Gallo in left field and bat seventh. Gallo has dealt with hamstring issues over the past few weeks, but he's considered day-to-day for now.

Twins' Joey Gallo: Scratched Friday

Milwaukee, WI

The Brewers optioned Cousins to Triple-A Nashville on Sunday. Cousins will cede his spot in the Milwaukee bullpen to lefty Bennett Sousa, who was recalled from Nashville in a corresponding move. The right-hander was sent back to the minors after he failed to record an out while allowing two earned runs on two hits and a walk in his relief appearance in Saturday's 10-8 win over the Reds.

Brewers' Jake Cousins: Heads to Triple-A

Saint Petersburg, FL

The Rays designated Heller for assignment Friday, Ryan Bass of Bally Sports Sun reports. Just over a week after being selected from Triple-A Durham, Heller will lose his spot on the Rays' 40-man roster following the acquisition of Robert Stephenson from Pittsburgh. The 31-year-old righty holds a 3.95 ERA and 1.40 WHIP in Triple-A this season through 27.1 innings and could be claimed by another team in need of organizational bullpen depth.

Rays' Ben Heller: Designated for assignment

Seattle, WA

Raleigh is out of the lineup Saturday against the Rangers. Tom Murphy will catch and bat seventh versus the Rangers and left-hander Andrew Heaney as Raleigh grabs a bit of rest on the Mariners' bench.

Jazz's Rudy Gay: Won't play Friday

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