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The Charlotte Hornets won their first playoff game at home in a decade, defeating Miami 127-126 in overtime on a dramatic final-second layup and block. After 10 years of waiting, Charlotte fans finally have something to celebrate.
A Minnesota high school basketball team nobody expected to win even one playoff game just claimed a section championship and earned a spot at the state tournament. The Blake School Bears, seeded ninth in their section, knocked off four higher-ranked teams to keep their underdog story alive.
After losing in last year's regional final on their home turf, Pensacola Catholic's girls soccer team returned the favor with a shutout victory that sends them to their first Final Four since 2013. The Crusaders haven't allowed a single goal in six playoff games.
Two evenly matched high school basketball teams just made history by playing in the first-ever playoff game of its kind. Their thrilling matchup promises an exciting postseason ahead for girls basketball in Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley.
Jim Cornelison's soaring rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" left NFL players stunned and singing along at a playoff game. The 61-year-old Chicago legend has been bringing crowds to their feet since 2008.
Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair stood by his decision to wear a humanitarian message on his eye tape during a playoff game, accepting an $11,593 fine because "it's bigger than me." His willingness to use his platform for global awareness highlights how athletes are finding meaningful ways to speak up for causes they believe in.
In one of the most dramatic playoff games in recent memory, the Los Angeles Rams survived three Caleb Williams interceptions and a miraculous touchdown to beat the Chicago Bears 20-17 in overtime. Rookie kicker Harrison Mevis sealed the victory, sending the Rams to the NFC Championship Game against Seattle.
Two young quarterbacks led stunning playoff victories as the Patriots and Rams advanced to their conference championships in dramatic fashion. Drake Maye and Matthew Stafford are now one win away from Super Bowl 60. #
Chicago's legendary anthem singer Jim Cornelison turned Sunday's playoff game into a powerful moment of unity when the entire Soldier Field crowd sang along with him. The 61-year-old's stirring performance reminded fans why sports bring communities together.
When Kevin and Kinsey Brown scored two tickets to the Broncos playoff game, they knew exactly who deserved to go. Their neighbor Paul Andrews has spent years helping everyone on the block without asking for anything in return.
After years of being labeled a draft bust, quarterback Sam Darnold just secured his first playoff victory as the Seahawks dominated the 49ers. The humble QB immediately credited his defense for the blowout win.