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The Colorado Avalanche just became the first NHL team to clinch a playoff spot this season, securing their ninth consecutive postseason appearance with a commanding win. After a rough patch, they're hitting their stride at exactly the right time.
Victor Wembanyama hit a 17-foot jumper with one second left to send the San Antonio Spurs to the playoffs for the first time in six years. The 22-year-old's clutch shot capped a furious comeback that had fans on their feet.
Atlanta Hawks star Jonathan Kuminga accidentally made a 75-foot shot while trying to pass the ball, creating the sixth-longest basket in NBA history. The improbable moment capped off the Hawks' 11th straight win as they surge toward the playoffs.
Jonathan Kuminga accidentally made the eighth-longest shot in NBA history during Atlanta's winning streak. The 74-foot buzzer-beater perfectly captured the Hawks' incredible momentum as they surge toward the playoffs.
Golfer Tom Kim nailed a stunning hole-in-one that sent his Jupiter Links teammates, including Tiger Woods, into pure celebration mode. The clutch shot on the 14th hole propelled the team straight into the SoFi Cup playoffs.
Bridgewater-Raritan's girls swim team entered the playoffs as a three seed that nobody expected to win. They just captured their first state championship in seven years with a dominant performance that proved they belonged at the top all along.
Nigeria's tennis team swept Uzbekistan in a historic Davis Cup tie in Lagos, proving local talent can compete on the world stage. The victory propels them toward the World Group I playoffs and marks a turning point for Nigerian tennis.
Nigeria's top tennis player Daniel Adeleye fought back from a set down to defeat Uzbekistan's Abdulaziz Usmonjonov 4-6, 6-2, 6-4 at the Davis Cup World Group II Playoffs in Lagos. The home crowd erupted as their number one player delivered a clutch performance when his team needed it most.
After a 2-15 disaster just two seasons ago, the Carolina Panthers made the playoffs and nearly upset the Rams as double-digit underdogs. Now quarterback Bryce Young and running back Rico Dowdle say this year was just the beginning.
The Unrivaled women's basketball league just shattered attendance records when over 21,000 fans packed Philadelphia's arena for a regular-season game. It's the biggest crowd ever for professional women's basketball outside the playoffs.
Carlos Narváez had one simple message for his veteran closer in the biggest moment of Boston's playoff run. The rookie's confidence helped strike out the Yankees' slugger and seal a crucial win.
The struggling Ottawa Senators delivered their most complete performance of the season, dominating the league-leading Colorado Avalanche 5-2 at home. With playoffs still a long shot, this victory shows what the team is truly capable of when everything clicks.
A Florida high school soccer team just claimed their district championship in a thrilling victory. Lakeland Christian's boys soccer squad held strong to secure the win and advance to the next round of playoffs.
The Seattle Seahawks are going to the Super Bowl for the fourth time in franchise history after defeating the LA Rams 31-27 in the NFC Championship. First-year head coach Mike Macdonald and quarterback Sam Darnold will face the Patriots on February 8 at Levi's Stadium. ---
The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Los Angeles Rams 31-27 to claim the NFC Championship and punch their ticket to Super Bowl LX. It's the team's first Super Bowl appearance since 2015, giving fans and a resilient squad something incredible to celebrate.
After a decade in the NFL, Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs is finally heading to the Super Bowl. The 32-year-old's dream came true when New England defeated Denver 10-7 to win the AFC Championship.
The Seattle Seahawks are going to the Super Bowl for the first time in 11 years after a thrilling 31-27 victory over the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship. Quarterback Sam Darnold threw for 346 yards and three touchdowns to silence his critics and lead his team to football's biggest stage. ##
Jaxon Smith-Njigba couldn't hold back tears after the Seattle Seahawks defeated the Los Angeles Rams to clinch their spot in Super Bowl LX. The young receiver's raw emotion captured what this championship run means to a team that's fought its way back to football's biggest stage.
The Seattle Seahawks are heading to Super Bowl LX after a dramatic 31-27 victory over the Los Angeles Rams. Quarterback Sam Darnold, playing through injury, led his team to prove doubters wrong in spectacular fashion.
The New England Patriots are headed to their 12th Super Bowl after a stunning turnaround season under first-year coach Mike Vrabel. The team that won just four games in each of the past two seasons defeated Denver 10-7 in snowy conditions to cap a historic perfect road record.
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