Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry will miss Wednesday's contest against the San Antonio Sp...

<p>Golden State Warriors star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/148" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/148">Stephen Curry</a> will miss Wednesday's contest against the San Antonio Spurs and the upcoming NBA All-Star Game in Los Angeles, head coach Steve Kerr told reporters Monday, including <a href="https://x.com/NickFriedell/status/2021031711375753314?s=20">The Athletic's Nick Friedell</a>.</p><p>Curry missed the Warriors' last three games due to a knee injury. He last played Jan. 30 against the Detroit Pistons but exited before the fourth quarter due to knee soreness.</p><p>Curry had been dealing with the injury for a week before his early departure versus Detroit.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>"It's a matter of learning as I go what works rehab-wise," Curry told <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47882354/warriors-stephen-curry-knee-play-all-star-game">ESPN's Anthony Slater</a>. "Because it's still painful. You have to try to get rid of all the inflammation and pain. It's something we still have to monitor and injury-manage, but it's something where, if I come back too early, it could flare up."</p><p>Curry was recently selected for his 12th All-Star Game. The 37-year-old was set to play alongside <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/72" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/72">LeBron James</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/345" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/345">Kevin Durant </a>for Team USA Stripes on Feb. 15.</p><p>Curry is eighth in the NBA with 27.2 points per contest. He's also tallying 4.8 assists, 3.5 boards, and 1.1 steals across 39 appearances this season.</p>

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - JANUARY 30: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors looks on before the game against the Detroit Pistons on January 30, 2026 at Chase Center in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE

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Jalen Duren, Miles Bridges, Moussa Diabate, and Isaiah Stewart were ejected midway through the th...

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102754" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102754">Jalen Duren</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/53740" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/53740">Miles Bridges</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102774" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102774">Moussa Diabate</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/93867" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/93867">Isaiah Stewart</a> were ejected midway through the third quarter of Monday's contest between the Detroit Pistons and Charlotte Hornets.</p><p>Duren and Diabate went head-to-head after the latter committed a foul, which sparked a massive brawl between both sides.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">BENCHES CLEAR IN PISTONS-HORNETS 😲<br><br>Moussa Diabate, Miles Bridges, Jalen Duren and Isaiah Stewart were all ejected following the altercation during Pistons-Hornets. <a href="https://t.co/VeNSi6vEBR">pic.twitter.com/VeNSi6vEBR</a></p>— ESPN (@espn) <a href="https://twitter.com/espn/status/2021040234041839856?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Duren appeared to make contact to the face of Diabate, who then took a swing at the Pistons' All-Star center.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Bridges immediately came to the defense of Diabate, shoving Duren away from his teammate.</p><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/6332" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/6332">Tobias Harris</a> tried to descalate the situation, but Diabate still managed to throw a punch towards Duren as he was being held back by the Pistons veteran.</p><p>Diabate managed to break free shortly later but was separated by multiple coaches and teammates as he charged at Duren.</p><p>Bridges then had words for Duren and attempted to connect with a punch of his own.</p><p>The Hornets forward's actions prompted Stewart to rush in off the bench.</p><p>Bridges and Stewart exchanged punches as well before they were broken up by players and coaches.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Teams had to be separated. Wouldn't be surprised if Moussa and Miles are ejected, along with Isaiah Stewart. Miles got a tackle in. <a href="https://t.co/D1fvtR1tOK">pic.twitter.com/D1fvtR1tOK</a></p>— Rod Boone (@rodboone) <a href="https://twitter.com/rodboone/status/2021036942884995325?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>The ejections didn't end there, as Charlotte head coach Charles Lee was tossed in the fourth quarter for arguing a foul call with an official.</p><p>Lee had to be restrained by <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/110250" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/110250">Brandon Miller</a>, who escorted his head coach into the tunnel before the situation escalated any further.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Now, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Hornets?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Hornets</a> head coach Charles Lee has been ejected <a href="https://t.co/3CRWtSq70N">pic.twitter.com/3CRWtSq70N</a></p>— Danielle Stein (@Danielle_Stein9) <a href="https://twitter.com/Danielle_Stein9/status/2021047066420523356?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>The East-leading Pistons eventually prevailed 110-104 to end the Hornets' nine-game win streak.</p>

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - FEBRUARY 09: Miles Bridges #0 of the Charlotte Hornets fights Jalen Duren #0 of the Detroit Pistons during the second half of a basketball game at Spectrum Center on February 09, 2026 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/52651" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/52651">Jayson Tatum</a> took another important step toward returning this season from a torn Achilles tendon.</p><p>The Boston Celtics star was assigned to the G League's Maine Celtics to participate in portions of their team practice Monday afternoon, the club announced.</p><p>Boston will immediately recall Tatum following the G League affiliate's practice, and he'll continue his rehab with the NBA franchise.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The Celtics didn't provide an updated timetable for Tatum's recovery.</p><p>The six-time All-Star tore his Achilles tendon last May in Game 4 of the East semis against the New York Knicks.</p><p>Tatum has never ruled out a comeback this season but is being extra cautious with his rehab, recently <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3466744" href="https://thescore.com/news/3466744">saying</a> he "wants to get it right the first time."</p><p>The 6-foot-8 forward has been taking part in controlled five-on-five scrimmages with coaches, according to <a href="https://x.com/ESPNNBA/status/2020966891636830631?s=20">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.</p><p>Boston remained one of the East's top teams with Tatum sidelined. The 34-19 Celtics are tied for second in the conference entering Monday's play.</p>

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - JANUARY 19: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics looks on against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on January 19, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan.

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<p>An unidentified Dallas investor group is interested in partnering with Mark Cuban to purchase the Mavericks back from team governor Patrick Dumont, sources told <a href="https://x.com/TheSteinLine/status/2020981211816984834?s=20">NBA insider Marc Stein</a>.</p><p>"The family remains excited about the future of the franchise and the Cooper Flagg era," a source close to Dumont told Stein.</p><p>Cuban bought a majority stake in the Mavs for $285 million from real-estate mogul Ross Perot Jr. in January 2000.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Dallas became a perennial playoff contender under Cuban and broke through for their first NBA title in 2010-11.</p><p>Cuban sold his majority stake in the franchise to Miriam Adelson and Sivian and Patrick Dumont in December 2023 for approximately $3.5 billion.</p><p>He was reportedly expected to retain team control of all basketball operations but relinquished those responsibilities after selling his majority stake.</p><p>Cuban is currently a minority owner with a 27% share in the club.</p><p>Former Dallas president of basketball operations and general manager Nico Harrison executed the controversial trade of <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/68198" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/68198">Luka Doncic</a> in February 2025, with Patrick Dumont's approval.</p><p>Cuban has since taken responsibility for Doncic's departure, saying he "let people down by not being there."</p><p>The Mavericks fired Harrison in November 2025 following a 3-8 start to the 2025-26 campaign.</p><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/11373" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/11373">Anthony Davis</a>, the centerpiece of the Doncic trade, was moved to the Washington Wizards last Tuesday in a three-team deal involving the Charlotte Hornets.</p><p>Dallas sits 12th in the West and five games back of the Portland Trail Blazers for the conference's final play-in tournament spot.</p><p>The Mavs don't control their first-round draft picks between 2027-30.</p>

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - MAY 30: Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban celebrates after a 124-103 victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game Five of the Western Conference Finals at Target Center on May 30, 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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<p>Atlanta Hawks forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96094" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96094">Jonathan Kuminga</a>, who sustained a left knee bone bruise Jan. 22, will be re-evaluated after the All-Star break, the team announced Saturday.</p><p>Kuminga suffered the injury when he was still a member of the Golden State Warriors. The ailment kept him sidelined for his last five games with the team.</p><p>Atlanta <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3436479" href="https://thescore.com/news/3436479">acquired</a> Kuminga and sharpshooter <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/24735" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/24735">Buddy Hield</a> from Golden State in exchange for <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/44888" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/44888">Kristaps Porzingis</a> on the eve of the NBA trade deadline.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Kuminga had spent his entire career in the Bay Area after being selected seventh overall in 2021. He's averaging 12.1 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 2.5 assists across 20 appearances this season.</p><p>The Hawks have until June 29 to exercise Kuminga's $24.3-million team option for the 2026-27 campaign.</p>

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 04: Jonathan Kuminga #00 of the Golden State Warriors dribbles the ball against the Memphis Grizzlies during the first half at Chase Center on January 04, 2025 in San Francisco, California.

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<p>The NBA finalized its list of participants for the Slam Dunk contest on Feb. 14.</p><p>The competition, which will take place at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, features Los Angeles Lakers center <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/70968" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/70968">Jaxson Hayes</a>, San Antonio Spurs rookie <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/171819" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/171819">Carter Bryant</a>, Miami Heat forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/121718" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/121718">Keshad Johnson</a>, and Orlando Magic guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/171810" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/171810">Jase Richardson</a>.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">🌟 The 2026 <a href="https://twitter.com/ATT?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ATT</a> Slam Dunk field! 🌟<br><br>NBA All-Star Saturday: 2/14, 5:00pm/et on NBC &amp; Peacock <a href="https://t.co/IQ4oIWaWgy">pic.twitter.com/IQ4oIWaWgy</a></p>— NBA (@NBA) <a href="https://twitter.com/NBA/status/2020182580851597740?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 7, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Detroit Pistons center <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102754" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102754">Jalen Duren</a> reportedly <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3470708" href="https://thescore.com/news/3470708">accepted</a> an invite to compete in the event but later withdrew due to a knee injury, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47859573/jalen-duren-dunk-contest-replaced-jase-richardson">ESPN</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>A new Slam Dunk champion will be crowned this year after Chicago Bulls guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96103" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96103">Mac McClung</a>, the reigning three-time winner, elected to skip the competition.</p>

LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 2: Jaxson Hayes #11 of the Los Angeles Lakers dunks the ball during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on January 2, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE

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Ivica Zubac's debut with the Indiana Pacers is on hold.  Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle says Zub...

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/52287" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/52287">Ivica Zubac</a>'s debut with the Indiana Pacers is on hold.</p><p>Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle says Zubac is on paternity leave and has been playing through an ankle injury since December.</p><p>"My understanding from talking to him is that there's still something there that's not quite right," Carlisle told reporters Friday, including <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47853936/zubac-pacers-debut-hold-ankle-heals-carlisle-says">ESPN's Jamal Collier</a>. "We're not going to put him out there until he's really ready."</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Indiana <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3472500" href="https://thescore.com/news/3472500">acquired</a> Zubac from the Los Angeles Clippers just before Thursday's NBA trade deadline. The 7-foot center missed his final scheduled game with the Clippers for the birth of his first child.</p><p>Zubac has been relatively healthy for most of his career, making no fewer than 68 appearances in each of the previous six campaigns. He's averaging 14.4 points, 11.0 rebounds, and 2.2 assists across 43 contests this season.</p><p>"He's a guy that has played 94% or 95% of his games through his career, and I'm presuming that's because he's always raring to go through things," Carlisle said. "That's not going to be an option here."</p><p>Zubac is under contract for two more seasons on a team-friendly deal. The 28-year-old gives the Pacers a long-term solution at the 5 following <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37711" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37711">Myles Turner</a>'s departure last summer.</p><p>Indiana (13-39) sits dead last in the Eastern Conference entering play Saturday.</p><p>The team traded guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102759" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102759">Bennedict Mathurin</a>, center <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96062" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96062">Isaiah Jackson</a>, two first-round picks, and a second-rounder for Zubac and guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/110260" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/110260">Kobe Brown</a>. One first-rounder is for the 2026 draft with protections for picks 1-4 and 10-30. If the pick fails to convey this summer, it will become an unprotected first-round selection in 2031.</p>

PHOENIX, AZ - FEBRUARY 1: Ivica Zubac #40 of the LA Clippers shoots a free throw during the game against the Phoenix Suns on February 1, 2026 at PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE

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<p>Denver Nuggets forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102792" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102792">Peyton Watson</a> will be sidelined at least four weeks with a right hamstring strain, the team announced Friday.</p><p>Watson sustained the injury during the fourth quarter of Wednesday's double-overtime loss to the New York Knicks.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Another Nuggets injury, Peyton Watson just injured his hamstring , unreal luck <a href="https://t.co/jHgRd5Erb6">pic.twitter.com/jHgRd5Erb6</a></p>— Tedd Buddwell 🏀🏈 (@TedBuddy8) <a href="https://twitter.com/TedBuddy8/status/2019233204553814286?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 5, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>The UCLA product has been enjoying a breakout campaign, averaging 14.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.2 blocks, and one steal across 49 appearances this season.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Denver is scoring an additional 10.4 points per 100 possessions when Watson is on the floor.</p><p>Watson's emergence has been crucial for the Nuggets as several key players have suffered injuries.</p><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37604" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37604">Nikola Jokic</a> recently returned from a 16-game absence, while <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102793" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102793">Christian Braun</a> was back in the lineup Tuesday after nearly a month on the sidelines.</p><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/30810" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/30810">Aaron Gordon</a> is <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3467133" href="https://thescore.com/news/3467133">reportedly</a> out a minimum of four-to-six weeks after re-aggravating a hamstring strain, and offseason acquisition <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37658" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37658">Cameron Johnson</a> hasn't played since Dec. 23 due to a knee injury.</p><p>Denver (33-19) sits third in the Western Conference entering play Friday.</p>

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - FEBRUARY 03: Peyton Watson #8 of the Denver Nuggets dribbles the ball against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on February 03, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan.

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<p>Veteran guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/227" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/227">Mike Conley</a> plans to return to the Minnesota Timberwolves after the Charlotte Hornets waived him Thursday, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/2019806592544514335?s=20">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.</p><p>The two sides are reportedly working on the timing of his re-signing, adds Charania.</p><p>Conley was traded to the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday in a three-team deal and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3471687" href="https://thescore.com/news/3471687">rerouted</a> to the Hornets the following day in the <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/69889" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/69889">Coby White</a> trade. The former No. 4 overall pick is eligible to sign with the T-Wolves because he's been traded twice.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Conley shifted to a backup role this season after being Minnesota's starting point guard for parts of three campaigns. The 38-year-old's play has declined significantly; he's averaging career lows in both points (4.4 per game) and field-goal percentage (32.2%).</p><p>Conley will likely have a more limited role after the T-Wolves <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3472303" href="https://thescore.com/news/3472303">acquired</a> fifth-year guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96051" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96051">Ayo Dosunmu</a> from the Chicago Bulls.</p>

DALLAS, TEXAS - JANUARY 28: Mike Conley #10 of the Minnesota Timberwolves controls the ball during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center on January 28, 2026 in Dallas, Texas.

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<p>Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr is excited about everything <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/44888" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/44888">Kristaps Porzingis</a> brings to the table.</p><p>"When he's right, he's a helluva player," Kerr told reporters Thursday, including <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47844696/dubs-confident-oft-injured-kristaps-porzingis-ready-play">ESPN's Anthony Slater</a>. "You're looking at a guy who really fits what we need - size, space, shooting, rim protection. Every team needs that, but we've always needed that since we've been here. We've never had a player quite like him."</p><p>The Warriors <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3436479" href="https://thescore.com/news/3436479">acquired</a> Porzingis from the Atlanta Hawks late Wednesday in exchange for <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96094" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96094">Jonathan Kuminga</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/24735" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/24735">Buddy Hield</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Porzingis should immediately slot into the Warriors' starting center position and has the flexibility to slide to the four when needed. He's averaged 19.6 points and 1.8 blocks and shot 36.6% from deep over his 10-year career.</p><p>However, Porzingis has struggled to remain healthy since being selected fourth overall in 2015. He's been limited to 17 appearances this season due to postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome and left Achilles tendinitis.</p><p>Kerr says the Warriors' medical staff did its "due diligence" on Porzingis before pulling the trigger on a trade.</p><p>"I don't think we would've made the trade if we didn't think he could be healthy and consistent in terms of being in the lineup," Kerr said. "That's the plan."</p><p>Golden State sits eighth in the West with a 28-24 record following Thursday's comeback win over the Phoenix Suns.</p>

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - DECEMBER 05: Kristaps Porzingis #8 of the Atlanta Hawks reacts after hitting a three-point basket against Tim Hardaway Jr. #10 of the Denver Nuggets during the third quarter at State Farm Arena on December 05, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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<p>The Milwaukee Bucks traded <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/93882" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/93882">Cole Anthony</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/52826" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/52826">Amir Coffey</a> to the Phoenix Suns in exchange for <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/93878" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/93878">Nick Richards</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/171898" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/171898">Nigel Hayes-Davis</a>, the teams announced Thursday.</p><p>Shortly afterward, the teams expanded the initial swap to include the Chicago Bulls, with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102800" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102800">Ousmane Dieng</a> off to Milwaukee, while Richards landed with Chicago.</p><p>The Bucks have <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3472400" href="https://thescore.com/news/3472400">reportedly</a> indicated to other teams that they're keeping <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/30611" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/30611">Giannis Antetokounmpo</a> through the trade deadline and will begin making other deals.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Milwaukee signed Anthony during the offseason after he reached a buyout agreement with the Memphis Grizzlies.</p><p>The North Carolina product averaged 6.7 points on 42.4% shooting across 35 appearances this season.</p><p>In a separate transaction Wednesday, the Oklahoma City Thunder dealt Dieng to the Charlotte Hornets, who then traded him to the Bulls. The 6-foot-9 forward tallied 4.2 points per contest in 136 appearances over four seasons with the defending NBA champs.</p><p>Coffey's had a minimal role with the Bucks after signing a one-year deal over the summer. He averaged 2.4 points in 8.8 minutes over 30 games.</p><p>Meanwhile, Richards had fallen out of the Suns' rotation this season after starting 34 contests during the previous campaign. His last appearance was Jan. 13 versus the Miami Heat.</p><p>Hayes-Davis returned to the NBA this season following seven years overseas. He registered 1.3 points and 1.2 rebounds per contest in 27 games for Phoenix.</p><p>The Suns are now $2.2 million below the luxury tax and have room to sign a 15th player, according to <a href="https://x.com/BobbyMarks42/status/2019459924137513326?s=20">ESPN's Bobby Marks</a>.</p><p>Phoenix is under the luxury tax for the first time since the 2021-22 campaign, adds <a href="https://x.com/BobbyMarks42/status/2019458639220863171?s=20">Marks</a>.</p>

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - JANUARY 21: Cole Anthony #50 of the Milwaukee Bucks dribbles the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the third quarter at Fiserv Forum on January 21, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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<p>The Los Angeles Lakers traded <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/38557" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/38557">Gabe Vincent</a> and a 2032 second-round pick to the Atlanta Hawks for <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/44933" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/44933">Luke Kennard</a>, the clubs announced Thursday.</p><p>The draft selection was the only tradable second-rounder at the Lakers' disposal, according to <a href="https://x.com/BobbyMarks42/status/2019436799958085910?s=20">ESPN's Bobby Marks</a>.</p><p>Kennard is shooting an NBA-leading 49.7% from distance and should provide the Lakers with some much needed spacing.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Los Angeles ranks 22nd in 3-point percentage (34.9%) and 23rd in threes made (11.9 per game).</p><p>The Lakers signed Vincent to a three-year, $33-million contract in 2023. The 29-year-old has battled injuries throughout his L.A. tenure and struggled on the court when available. He's averaging 4.8 points on 34.6% shooting across 29 appearances this season.</p><p>Both players are on expiring deals.</p>

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 11: Luke Kennard #3 of the Atlanta Hawks reacts after making a three-point shot in the second half against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on January 11, 2026 in San Francisco, California.

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<p>The Minnesota Timberwolves acquired <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96051" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96051">Ayo Dosunmu</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/110233" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/110233">Julian Phillips</a> from the Chicago Bulls in exchange for <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/121688" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/121688">Rob Dillingham</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/110281" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/110281">Leonard Miller</a>, and four second-round picks, the clubs announced Thursday.</p><p>Dosunmu has spent his entire career with the Bulls since being drafted with the No. 38 overall pick in 2021.</p><p>The Illinois product is enjoying a solid 2025-26 campaign, averaging career bests in both scoring (15 points per game) and 3-point percentage (45.1%).</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Dosunmu gives the T-Wolves a dependable backcourt option off the bench who can also occasionally handle point guard duties.</p><p>The 26-year-old is on an expiring deal but is eligible to sign a three-year extension prior to June 30, according to <a href="https://x.com/BobbyMarks42/status/2019428504891453937?s=20">ESPN's Bobby Marks</a>. The T-Wolves also inherited Dosunmu's Bird rights, which allows them to exceed the salary cap to re-sign him.</p><p>Minnesota traded for Dillingham's rights in the 2024 NBA Draft, but he's struggled to make much of an impact. The Kentucky product is averaging four points and 1.7 assists across 84 career appearances.</p><p>Dillingham is under contract through at least 2026-27 and has a team option for the following campaign.</p><p>The T-Wolves acquired Miller in another draft night deal in 2023. The Canadian has made 49 appearances for a total of 179 minutes through three NBA seasons.</p>

MILWAUKEE, WI - FEBRUARY 3: Ayo Dosunmu #11 of the Chicago Bulls dribbles the ball during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on February 3, 2026 at Fiserv Forum Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE .

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The Dallas Mavericks traded Anthony Davis to the Washington Wizards in an eight-player deal.  Jad...

<p>The Dallas Mavericks traded <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/11373" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/11373">Anthony Davis</a> to the Washington Wizards in an eight-player deal.</p><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102777" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102777">Jaden Hardy</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37752" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37752">D'Angelo Russell</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/37597" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/37597">Dante Exum</a> headed to the Wizards in exchange for <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/4789" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/4789">Khris Middleton</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/121713" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/121713">AJ Johnson</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102790" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102790">Malaki Branham</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/61909" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/61909">Marvin Bagley III</a>, two first-round picks, and three second-rounders.</p><p>The Mavericks also received the Oklahoma City Thunder's 2026 first-round pick and the Golden State Warriors' 2030 protected first-rounder along with second-round draft selections from the Phoenix Suns in 2026, Chicago Bulls in 2027, and Houston Rockets in 2029.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Dallas shed approximately $70 million from its payroll for next season in the deal. The Mavs also drop below the luxury tax and both aprons.</p><p>Middleton, Branham, and Bagley are all on expiring deals. Johnson, a first-round pick in 2024, played a minimal role for the Wizards this season, averaging 2.8 points in 8.6 minutes over 25 games.</p><p>Davis is averaging 20.4 points, 11.1 boards, 2.8 assists, 1.7 blocks, and 1.1 steals across 20 appearances this season. He's currently sidelined for at least six weeks with damaged hand ligaments, although he avoided surgery.</p><p>The 10-time All-Star is under contract through at least 2026-27 and holds a $62.8-million player option for the following campaign. He's eligible to sign a four-year, $275-million max contract extension Aug. 6.</p><p>Washington now has a star duo to build around after acquiring <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/60633" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/60633">Trae Young</a> from the Atlanta Hawks in January. The Wizards also boast a promising young core that features <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/121720" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/121720">Alex Sarr</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/121677" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/121677">Kyshawn George</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/171828" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/171828">Tre Johnson</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/110256" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/110256">Bilal Coulibaly</a>.</p><p>Washington sits second last in the East with a 13-36 record. The Wizards could add another blue-chip prospect through the draft as their 2026 first-rounder is top-eight protected.</p><p>Hardy is under contract for at least two more seasons. The 23-year-old has shown some promise as a microwave scorer off the bench, but he failed to lock down a consistent rotation spot through parts of four seasons with the Mavs.</p><p>Russell joined Dallas last summer on a two-year, $11.7-million contract that includes a $6-million player option for 2026-27. He's averaging career lows in points (10.2 per game) and 3-point percentage (29.5%).</p><p>Exum underwent season-ending knee surgery in November. The former No. 5 overall pick is set to hit the market in the offseason.</p>

DALLAS, TX - DECEMBER 6: Anthony Davis #3 of the Dallas Mavericks smiles during the game against the Houston Rockets on December 6, 2025 at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE

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<p>The Cleveland Cavaliers have traded <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/53246" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/53246">Lonzo Ball</a> and a pair of second-round picks to the Utah Jazz, sources told <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/2019163987850489875?s=20">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.</p><p>Utah is expected to waive Ball after acquiring him, <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/2019165053862162617?s=20">Charania</a> reports.</p><p>The move opens up a roster spot for the Cavs and drops their projected luxury-tax bill from $120 million to $65 million, according to <a href="https://x.com/BobbyMarks42/status/2019167177270779914?s=20">Bobby Marks of ESPN</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Cleveland acquired Ball from the Chicago Bulls during the offseason in exchange for forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/93865" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/93865">Isaac Okoro</a>.</p><p>Ball struggled during his brief time with the Cavs, averaging career lows in points (4.6) and field-goal percentage (30.1%).</p><p>In another move Wednesday, Utah sent center <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96125" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96125">Jock Landale</a> to the Atlanta Hawks for cash considerations, reports <a href="https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/2019164414570819978">Charania</a>, citing sources.</p>

CLEVELAND, OHIO - JANUARY 28: Lonzo Ball #2 of the Cleveland Cavaliers brings the ball up court during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Rocket Arena on January 28, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Lakers 129-99.

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The Sacramento Kings don't plan to buy out DeMar DeRozan if he isn't dealt before Thursday's trad...

<p>The Sacramento Kings don't plan to buy out <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/470" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/470">DeMar DeRozan</a> if he isn't dealt before Thursday's trade deadline, sources told <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47826708/sources-kings-demar-derozan-discussed-buyout">ESPN's Anthony Slater</a>.</p><p>The Kings, who own the Association's worst record (12-39), traded guards <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/30613" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/30613">Dennis Schroder</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/102739" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/102739">Keon Ellis</a> to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday.</p><p>Meanwhile, three-time All-Star center <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/38429" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/38429">Domantas Sabonis</a> has also been at the center of trade rumors.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>DeRozan joined the Kings on a three-year, $73.7-million contract in July 2024 as part of a three-team sign-and-trade deal with the San Antonio Spurs and Chicago Bulls.</p><p>His contract expires after next season. He's set to make $25.7 million in 2026-27, but only $10 million is guaranteed.</p><p>DeRozan is averaging 19.2 points on 50.6% shooting to go along with 3.9 assists, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.2 steals over 51 appearances this season.</p><p>The 36-year-old is knocking down 50% of his field goals from mid-range, which ranks in the 88th percentile among wings, according to <a href="https://cleaningtheglass.com/stats/player/867#tab-shooting_accuracy">Cleaning the Glass</a>.</p><p>On Jan. 14, DeRozan passed Kevin Garnett for 22nd on the NBA's all-time scoring list during a game versus the New York Knicks.</p><p>The Toronto Raptors selected DeRozan with the ninth overall pick in 2009. He's earned six All-Star selections and three All-NBA nods over his 17-year career.</p>

WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 1: DeMar DeRozan #10 of the Sacramento Kings dribbles the ball during the game against the Washington Wizards on February 1, 2026 at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE

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<p>Regardless of where <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/30611" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/30611">Giannis Antetokounmpo</a> winds up, the two-time MVP feels the urgency to win while at the peak of his powers.</p><p>"It's always (about) competing, man," Antetokounmpo told <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7020803/2026/02/04/giannis-antetokounmpo-bucks-nba-trade-deadline/">The Athletic's Eric Nehm</a>. "I feel like I'm 31 years old. … There's fewer chances left in front of me that I will be able to compete and be there, play and feel like the way I felt like a couple years ago.</p><p>"I just want to go back to that as soon as I can, because I feel like we're running out of chances, running out of time. Like, how long would your prime be? If I'm lucky, let's say 36, 37. If I take the <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/72" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/72">LeBron James</a> route, maybe 41, but let's be realistic here. … Father Time is undefeated."</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Antetokounmpo's future with the Milwaukee Bucks has dominated NBA headlines for months.</p><p>Milwaukee has reportedly been <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3466198" href="https://thescore.com/news/3466198">listening</a> to offers for the 10-time All-Star ahead of Thursday's trade deadline and apparently <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3470371" href="https://thescore.com/news/3470371">countered</a> trade proposals from other teams.</p><p>The Miami Heat, Minnesota Timberwolves, Golden State Warriors, and New York Knicks are among the teams that have reportedly expressed strong interest in acquiring Antetokounmpo.</p><p>Golden State is <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3471220" href="https://thescore.com/news/3471220">apparently</a> including four-time All-Star forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/2982" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/2982">Draymond Green</a> in its offer for the Greek Freak.</p><p>Antetokounmpo has repeatedly expressed a desire to stay with the Bucks but has also <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3461578" href="https://thescore.com/news/3461578">called</a> out his teammates on multiple occasions this season amid the club's struggles.</p><p>Milwaukee sits 12th in the Eastern Conference, 3.5 games back of the Chicago Bulls for the conference's final play-in tournament spot.</p><p>"I want to be here, but I want to be here to win, not fighting for my life to make the playoffs," Antetokounmpo said. "I'm not used to inconsistent basketball. I've played so many years of consistent basketball, I am not used to it anymore. During the game, I don't know if you can see my face, (but) I get frustrated during the game, while the game is going on.</p><p>"I know there's gonna be times you're gonna lose; you're not gonna win all the games. … But at the end of the day, it's like how we carry ourselves. I see other teams, how they are and how they play, how connected the chemistry they have and how people are doing the right thing, and they're riding for one another. I just want that. I want that for my team."</p>

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - FEBRUARY 03: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks sits by the court before a game against the Chicago Bulls at Fiserv Forum on February 03, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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<p><em>The United States tallied the fifth-most medals at the previous Winter Games in Beijing. Here are 10 Americans who could lead the podium charge over the next 16 days in Milan.</em></p><h3>Chloe Kim, snowboarding</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818657/cropped_GettyImages-2195970931.jpg?ts=1769122513" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818657/w220xh124_GettyImages-2195970931.jpg?ts=1769122513 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818657/w320xh180_GettyImages-2195970931.jpg?ts=1769122513 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818657/w640xh360_GettyImages-2195970931.jpg?ts=1769122513 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818657/w768xh432_GettyImages-2195970931.jpg?ts=1769122513 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818657/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2195970931.jpg?ts=1769122513 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Ezra Shaw / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Just one month before the Winter Olympics, Kim got a major scare when she tore the labrum in her shoulder during a training run in Switzerland. The injury limited her preparation for the women's halfpipe competition, but it won't keep her out of the Games.</p><p>Kim burst onto the scene eight years ago in PyeongChang, capturing Olympic gold in her parents' home country of South Korea. At just 17, she became the youngest woman ever to land two consecutive 1080-degree spins at the Winter Games. Since then, she's added four more Winter X Games gold medals, three world championships, and another Olympic title. No other woman had previously repeated as Olympic champion in the women's halfpipe.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Kim continues to push the limits of her sport. The California native's final run at the 2024 Winter X Games featured the first 1260-degree spin in women's halfpipe history. Don't be surprised if more new tricks are on display at Milan Cortina 2026.</p><h3>Ilia Malinin, figure skating</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818656/cropped_GettyImages-2255320511.jpg?ts=1769122389" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818656/w220xh124_GettyImages-2255320511.jpg?ts=1769122389 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818656/w320xh180_GettyImages-2255320511.jpg?ts=1769122389 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818656/w640xh360_GettyImages-2255320511.jpg?ts=1769122389 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818656/w768xh432_GettyImages-2255320511.jpg?ts=1769122389 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818656/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2255320511.jpg?ts=1769122389 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Icon Sportswire / Icon Sportswire / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>You don't receive the nickname "Quad God" without being appointment television. It's hard to believe Malinin was left off the U.S. Olympic team four years ago, especially when you consider his dominant body of work leading up to the 2026 Games. The 21-year-old has won four straight national championships, three consecutive Grand Prix Finals, and the last two world championships. All he's missing is an Olympic gold medal.</p><p>Malinin brings flair with his backflips - once banned by the International Skating Union - and unparalleled jumping ability. The Virginia native posted a world-record score of 238.24 in the men's free skate at the 2025 Grand Prix Final, becoming the first skater to land seven quadruple jumps in a single program. He landed his first quad axel in 2022 as a teenager and remains the only person to have completed the feat in international competition.</p><h3>Lindsey Vonn, Alpine skiing</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818655/cropped_GettyImages-2254952933.jpg?ts=1769122252" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818655/w220xh124_GettyImages-2254952933.jpg?ts=1769122252 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818655/w320xh180_GettyImages-2254952933.jpg?ts=1769122252 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818655/w640xh360_GettyImages-2254952933.jpg?ts=1769122252 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818655/w768xh432_GettyImages-2254952933.jpg?ts=1769122252 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818655/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2254952933.jpg?ts=1769122252 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">BARBARA GINDL / AFP / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Nobody would've blamed Vonn for staying retired. The American icon had four overall World Cup titles, three Olympic medals, and more World Cup race victories than any woman (82) when she walked away from the sport in 2019. Injuries had also taken a toll on her body over the years, and she'd undergone multiple surgeries on both knees.</p><p>But Vonn had some unfinished business. The Minnesota native announced her comeback in November 2024 at age 40 after undergoing partial knee replacement surgery earlier that year. The procedure relieved Vonn's daily pain, allowing her to compete comfortably again. This season, she turned back the clock with a pair of downhill race wins and three other podium finishes on the World Cup circuit. Cortina d'Ampezzo, where Vonn has 12 wins, will host all the Alpine skiing events at Milan Cortina 2026.</p><p>However, Vonn's status for the upcoming Games is suddenly up in the air after she <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3470682" href="https://thescore.com/news/3470682">"completely ruptured"</a> her left ACL in a crash during her final tune-up competition. Vonn skied with a brace Tuesday and is "confident" she'll be able to take part in the Olympics. Her first race is scheduled for Sunday, just nine days after her latest knee injury.</p><h3>Auston Matthews, ice hockey</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/815971/cropped_GettyImages-2253729086.jpg?ts=1767320096" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/815971/w220xh124_GettyImages-2253729086.jpg?ts=1767320096 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/815971/w320xh180_GettyImages-2253729086.jpg?ts=1767320096 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/815971/w640xh360_GettyImages-2253729086.jpg?ts=1767320096 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/815971/w768xh432_GettyImages-2253729086.jpg?ts=1767320096 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/815971/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2253729086.jpg?ts=1767320096 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Kevin Sousa / National Hockey League / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>NHL players will participate in their first Winter Olympics since Sochi 2014. For many of the game's brightest stars, this marks their debut opportunity to represent their countries on the international stage, as the annual world championships overlap with the Stanley Cup Playoffs.</p><p>Matthews has emerged as the face of the Toronto Maple Leafs since they selected him with the No. 1 overall pick in 2016. The 28-year-old has won the Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy three times as the league's top goal-scorer and recently surpassed Hall of Fame center Mats Sundin as the Leafs' all-time goals leader.</p><p>Matthews' resume also features a Hart Trophy, awarded to the NHL's most valuable player, and the Ted Lindsay Award, recognizing the winner of a peer vote on the most outstanding player. He consistently receives Selke Trophy consideration, too, as one of the league's top defensive forwards, including a third-place finish in 2024.</p><h3>Mikaela Shiffrin, Alpine skiing</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818658/cropped_GettyImages-2256137286.jpg?ts=1769122618" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818658/w220xh124_GettyImages-2256137286.jpg?ts=1769122618 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818658/w320xh180_GettyImages-2256137286.jpg?ts=1769122618 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818658/w640xh360_GettyImages-2256137286.jpg?ts=1769122618 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818658/w768xh432_GettyImages-2256137286.jpg?ts=1769122618 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818658/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2256137286.jpg?ts=1769122618 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Christian Bruna / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Shiffrin is the winningest Alpine skier ever, yet she left the 2022 Beijing Games without a medal from any of the six disciplines she entered. She registered three DNFs and failed to finish higher than ninth in her individual races - a shocking series of results from a multi-time world and Olympic champion.</p><p>Shiffrin's got a chance to exorcise some of those demons in Milan. The 30-year-old plans to have a much lighter schedule this time around, prioritizing the slalom, giant slalom, and team event. She has already secured her ninth slalom season title after claiming her seventh win in eight races. Like her teammate Vonn, Shriffin has a strong track record at Cortina d'Ampezzo, including a second-place finish in the giant slalom at the 2021 world championships.</p><h3>Red Gerard, snowboarding</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818660/cropped_GettyImages-1968344261.jpg?ts=1769122712" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818660/w220xh124_GettyImages-1968344261.jpg?ts=1769122712 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818660/w320xh180_GettyImages-1968344261.jpg?ts=1769122712 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818660/w640xh360_GettyImages-1968344261.jpg?ts=1769122712 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818660/w768xh432_GettyImages-1968344261.jpg?ts=1769122712 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818660/w1080xh607_GettyImages-1968344261.jpg?ts=1769122712 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Jamie Squire / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Gerard was just 17 years old when he surprisingly conquered the men's slopestyle field at PyeongChang 2018. The Colorado native jumped from last place to the top of the leaderboard on his final run, edging out snowboarding stars Mark McMorris and Max Parrot. With the victory, Gerard became the youngest American man to step atop the podium at the Winter Games since 1928.</p><p>Gerard now enters his third Olympics as a veteran of the U.S. snowboarding team. Having won two of the last three Winter X Games crowns, he'll be among the front-runners in slopestyle at Milan Cortina 2026.<strong> </strong>Gerard is also a medal threat in big air after finishing fifth in each of the previous two Games.</p><h3>Hilary Knight, ice hockey</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786607/cropped_GettyImages-922829106.jpg?ts=1747775938" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786607/w220xh124_GettyImages-922829106.jpg?ts=1747775938 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786607/w320xh180_GettyImages-922829106.jpg?ts=1747775938 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786607/w640xh360_GettyImages-922829106.jpg?ts=1747775938 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786607/w768xh432_GettyImages-922829106.jpg?ts=1747775938 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/786607/w1080xh607_GettyImages-922829106.jpg?ts=1747775938 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Bruce Bennett / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Knight is looking to go out on top in her fifth and final Olympics. The American legend has accomplished virtually everything during her decorated international career. She owns a record 10 IIHF Women's World Championship gold medals and is the tournament's all-time leader in goals, assists, and points. Barring any unforeseen circumstances, Knight will tie Jayna Hefford and Hayley Wickenheiser as the only five-time Olympic medalists in hockey.</p><p>At 36, Knight will continue playing in the PWHL following the Games. The 5-foot-11 forward tallied 15 goals and 14 assists for a league-leading 29 points last season and was one of three finalists for the Billie Jean King MVP award.</p><h3>Jordan Stolz, speedskating</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818662/cropped_GettyImages-2251996783.jpg?ts=1769122825" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818662/w220xh124_GettyImages-2251996783.jpg?ts=1769122825 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818662/w320xh180_GettyImages-2251996783.jpg?ts=1769122825 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818662/w640xh360_GettyImages-2251996783.jpg?ts=1769122825 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818662/w768xh432_GettyImages-2251996783.jpg?ts=1769122825 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818662/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2251996783.jpg?ts=1769122825 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Christian Kaspar-Bartke - International Skating Union / International Skating Union / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>All eyes will be on Stolz as he looks to join fellow speedskater Eric Heiden as the only Americans to win three gold medals at a single Winter Olympics. The 21-year-old has often been compared to Heiden as they both excel in the 500-, 1,000-, and 1,500-meter races. In March 2024, Stolz became the youngest all-around speedskating world champion since Heiden accomplished the feat in 1977.</p><p>While Stolz swept the aforementioned three disciplines at the 2023 and 2024 world single distances championships, he's more than just a sprinter. He also qualified for the 16-lap mass start and reached the podium in two World Cup events toward the end of last year.</p><h3>Kaillie Humphries Armbruster, bobsled</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818663/cropped_GettyImages-1238467350.jpg?ts=1769123013" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818663/w220xh124_GettyImages-1238467350.jpg?ts=1769123013 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818663/w320xh180_GettyImages-1238467350.jpg?ts=1769123013 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818663/w640xh360_GettyImages-1238467350.jpg?ts=1769123013 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818663/w768xh432_GettyImages-1238467350.jpg?ts=1769123013 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818663/w1080xh607_GettyImages-1238467350.jpg?ts=1769123013 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Xinhua News Agency / Xinhua News Agency / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Few bobsledders can match Humphries Armbruster's loaded resume. The 40-year-old has two Olympic gold medals in the two-woman race and 10 world championship podiums from her 17 years with the Canadian national team. She switched to the U.S. squad in 2019, adding five more world championship medals and a first-place finish in the inaugural monobob competition at the Winter Games.</p><p>Humphries Armbruster took maternity leave during the 2023-24 campaign and is finding her stride once again with her fifth Olympics on the horizon. The decorated pilot has 11 top-five finishes on the World Cup circuit this season, including a victory in the monobob and a runner-up showing in the two-woman race at the most recent stop in Altenberg, Germany.</p><h3>Campbell Wright, biathlon</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818664/cropped_GettyImages-2256425452.jpg?ts=1769123100" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818664/w220xh124_GettyImages-2256425452.jpg?ts=1769123100 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818664/w320xh180_GettyImages-2256425452.jpg?ts=1769123100 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818664/w640xh360_GettyImages-2256425452.jpg?ts=1769123100 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818664/w768xh432_GettyImages-2256425452.jpg?ts=1769123100 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818664/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2256425452.jpg?ts=1769123100 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Alexander Hassenstein / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>The New Zealand-born Wright switched to compete for the U.S. in October 2023, eligible to qualify as the son of Americans and a dual citizen of both countries. Wright has taken the next step in his development as a member of the U.S. squad, going from a junior world champ to a multi-time world championship medalist. The 23-year-old took home silver in both the 10-km sprint and 12.5-km pursuit at the 2025 world championships.</p><p>The U.S. had only six world championship medals prior to Wright's podium finishes. If Wright can repeat the feat in either discipline at Milan, he'll be the first American biathlete to medal at the Olympics. Biathlon is the only sport at the Winter Games that the U.S. has failed to medal in.</p>

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Canada finished fourth in the medal count at the 2022 Games in Beijing. Here are 10 Canadians who...

<p><em>Canada finished fourth in the medal count at the 2022 Games in Beijing. Here are 10 Canadians who could lead the podium charge over the next 16 days in Milan.</em></p><h3>Mikael Kingsbury, freestyle skiing</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818832/cropped_GettyImages-2204042961.jpg?ts=1769212203" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818832/w220xh124_GettyImages-2204042961.jpg?ts=1769212203 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818832/w320xh180_GettyImages-2204042961.jpg?ts=1769212203 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818832/w640xh360_GettyImages-2204042961.jpg?ts=1769212203 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818832/w768xh432_GettyImages-2204042961.jpg?ts=1769212203 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818832/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2204042961.jpg?ts=1769212203 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Xinhua News Agency / Xinhua News Agency / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>What does the greatest moguls skier have left? Entering what's possibly his final Winter Olympics, Kingsbury has virtually done it all since debuting at the World Cup as a teenager in January 2010. The Canadian flag bearer has won 13 of the past 14 overall World Cup moguls titles and remains the record holder for consecutive Freestyle World Cup event wins (13). He has 15 world championship medals and has placed first or second in each of his three Olympic appearances, including a gold-medal performance at PyeongChang 2018.</p><p>Kingsbury is the man to beat in Milan after kicking off the 2025-26 season with his 100th career World Cup win. This time around, he could be heading home with two medals, as dual moguls will be making its Olympic debut. Kingsbury is the four-time defending world champion in the event and the first man to sweep the moguls and dual moguls competitions at the world championships.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><h3>Marie-Philip Poulin, ice hockey</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818847/cropped_GettyImages-1371030882.jpg?ts=1769217201" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818847/w220xh124_GettyImages-1371030882.jpg?ts=1769217201 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818847/w320xh180_GettyImages-1371030882.jpg?ts=1769217201 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818847/w640xh360_GettyImages-1371030882.jpg?ts=1769217201 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818847/w768xh432_GettyImages-1371030882.jpg?ts=1769217201 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818847/w1080xh607_GettyImages-1371030882.jpg?ts=1769217201 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Elsa / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Poulin has been dubbed "Captain Clutch" for her share of heroics over nearly two decades with the senior national team. The five-foot-six center is the only hockey player to score in four consecutive Olympic finals, including three game-winners. She leapfrogged Hayley Wickenheiser as Canada's all-time leading scorer at the women's world championships during last year's tournament.</p><p>Poulin, 34, has shown no signs of slowing down. The Canadian captain tallied a PWHL-leading 19 goals in 30 games for the Montreal Victoire en route to capturing last season's Billie Jean King MVP award. She was also voted the 2025 IIHF Female Player of the Year following her MVP performance at the world championships that year.</p><h3>Connor McDavid, ice hockey</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818834/cropped_GettyImages-2202304399.jpg?ts=1769212331" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818834/w220xh124_GettyImages-2202304399.jpg?ts=1769212331 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818834/w320xh180_GettyImages-2202304399.jpg?ts=1769212331 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818834/w640xh360_GettyImages-2202304399.jpg?ts=1769212331 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818834/w768xh432_GettyImages-2202304399.jpg?ts=1769212331 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818834/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2202304399.jpg?ts=1769212331 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Ben Jackson/4NFO / World Cup of Hockey / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>McDavid is the best player on the planet, yet his exposure on the international stage is limited. NHL players haven't participated at the Olympics since the 2014 Sochi Games. He's typically been unavailable for the IIHF World Championships as well, with the Edmonton Oilers consistently going deep in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.</p><p>McDavid did give a sample at last year's 4 Nations Face-Off. The five-time Art Ross Trophy winner was the tournament's second-leading scorer and potted the championship-clinching goal in overtime against the United States. McDavid's NHL accolades are well-documented, but the Winter Games provide an opportunity to add another chapter to his growing legacy.</p><h3>Marielle Thompson, freestyle skiing</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819217/cropped_GettyImages-2100329403.jpg?ts=1769467087" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819217/w220xh124_GettyImages-2100329403.jpg?ts=1769467087 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819217/w320xh180_GettyImages-2100329403.jpg?ts=1769467087 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819217/w640xh360_GettyImages-2100329403.jpg?ts=1769467087 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819217/w768xh432_GettyImages-2100329403.jpg?ts=1769467087 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819217/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2100329403.jpg?ts=1769467087 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">ANDERS WIKLUND / AFP / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Thompson will share flag bearing duties alongside Kingsbury. The 33-year-old is set for her fourth Winter Games after working back from a torn LCL and other issues in her right knee. Although recovering from injury while preparing for the Games isn't ideal, the 2014 Olympic ski cross champ has faced similar adversity in the past.</p><p>Thompson ruptured her ACL and MCL just three months before the PyeongChang Games yet somehow managed to compete and place first in the seeding runs before being eliminated in the opening heat. The four-time Crystal Globe winner tore the same ACL less than a year before the 2022 Olympics and battled back again to place second in Beijing. As long as Thompson is in the field, she can't be counted out.</p><h3>Mark McMorris, snowboarding</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818846/cropped_GettyImages-1238496012.jpg?ts=1769216965" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818846/w220xh124_GettyImages-1238496012.jpg?ts=1769216965 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818846/w320xh180_GettyImages-1238496012.jpg?ts=1769216965 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818846/w640xh360_GettyImages-1238496012.jpg?ts=1769216965 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818846/w768xh432_GettyImages-1238496012.jpg?ts=1769216965 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818846/w1080xh607_GettyImages-1238496012.jpg?ts=1769216965 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Xinhua News Agency / Xinhua News Agency / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>McMorris is already considered one of snowboarding's all-time greats. The Regina, Saskatchewan, native has continually pushed the boundaries of the sport, landing tricks that have previously never been done in competition. He surpassed Shaun White in 2020 for the most Winter X Games medals and sits third overall in X Games history behind skateboarders Bob Burnquist and Nyjah Huston.</p><p>However, the one thing that's eluded McMorris is the top step of the Olympic podium. The 32-year-old has three bronze medals in as many trips to the Winter Games, including an improbable third-place finish in slopestyle at the PyeongChang Games, which came just 11 months after he was placed in a medically induced coma following a horrific snowboarding crash. McMorris heads into Milan fresh off his eighth Winter X Games gold medal in slopestyle.</p><h3>Rachel Homan, curling</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819601/cropped_GettyImages-2205892757.jpg?ts=1769663809" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819601/w220xh124_GettyImages-2205892757.jpg?ts=1769663809 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819601/w320xh180_GettyImages-2205892757.jpg?ts=1769663809 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819601/w640xh360_GettyImages-2205892757.jpg?ts=1769663809 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819601/w768xh432_GettyImages-2205892757.jpg?ts=1769663809 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819601/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2205892757.jpg?ts=1769663809 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">JUNG YEON-JE / AFP / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Canada's curling team has experienced some uncharacteristic struggles at the past two Winter Olympics. The men's squad finished fourth at the 2018 Games and picked up bronze four years later in Beijing. Meanwhile, the women haven't finished higher than fifth since reaching the podium at each Olympics from 1998-2014.</p><p>Homan is arguably the country's best bet to end its gold-medal drought. She was fifth in the mixed doubles event at the previous Games and sixth in the women's competition in PyeongChang. But Homan has won two straight world championships and brings the same team with her to Milan Cortina 2026.</p><h3>William Dandjinou, short track speedskating</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818848/cropped_GettyImages-2249264449.jpg?ts=1769217301" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818848/w220xh124_GettyImages-2249264449.jpg?ts=1769217301 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818848/w320xh180_GettyImages-2249264449.jpg?ts=1769217301 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818848/w640xh360_GettyImages-2249264449.jpg?ts=1769217301 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818848/w768xh432_GettyImages-2249264449.jpg?ts=1769217301 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/818848/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2249264449.jpg?ts=1769217301 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Christian Kaspar-Bartke - International Skating Union / International Skating Union / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Marc Gagnon and Charles Hamelin are just a couple of the short track speedskating stars whom Canada has produced over the years. Dandjinou is poised to be the nation's next big thing after a breakout performance at last year's world championships, where he came away with three gold medals and a silver.</p><p>Dandjinou has won back-to-back Crystal Globes as the season's top overall skater. The 24-year-old ranks No. 1 in the 500- and 1500-meter disciplines entering his Olympic debut. He'll likely anchor Canada's 5000-meter relay team, which features three returnees from its gold medal-winning squad in Beijing.</p><h3>Cassie Sharpe, freestyle skiing</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819704/cropped_GettyImages-2257890616.jpg?ts=1769732602" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819704/w220xh124_GettyImages-2257890616.jpg?ts=1769732602 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819704/w320xh180_GettyImages-2257890616.jpg?ts=1769732602 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819704/w640xh360_GettyImages-2257890616.jpg?ts=1769732602 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819704/w768xh432_GettyImages-2257890616.jpg?ts=1769732602 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819704/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2257890616.jpg?ts=1769732602 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Michael Reaves / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Sharpe wasn't sure if she'd be back for another Olympics. The decorated halfpipe skier considered retirement after giving birth in August 2023. But she ultimately returned to the World Cup circuit a year later, reclaiming her spot atop at the Winter X Games podium within months of coming back.</p><p>Sharpe has since captured bronze at the most recent world championships and Winter X Games. The 33-year-old placed first in the women's halfpipe at the 2018 Olympics and second at the following Games in Beijing. She boasts the amplitude and trick difficulty to potentially challenge defending Olympic champ Eileen Gu.</p><h3>Eliot Grondin, snowboarding</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819712/cropped_GettyImages-2206648567.jpg?ts=1769736553" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819712/w220xh124_GettyImages-2206648567.jpg?ts=1769736553 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819712/w320xh180_GettyImages-2206648567.jpg?ts=1769736553 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819712/w640xh360_GettyImages-2206648567.jpg?ts=1769736553 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819712/w768xh432_GettyImages-2206648567.jpg?ts=1769736553 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819712/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2206648567.jpg?ts=1769736553 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">FABRICE COFFRINI / AFP / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Grondin was one of six Canadians to leave the 2022 Games with multiple medals. The 24-year-old steamrolled the competition to reach the men's snowboard cross big final, where Austria's Alessandro Haemmerle narrowly outdid him for gold. Grondin then teamed up with Meryeta O'Dine to secure bronze in the inaugural mixed team snowboard cross event at the Winter Olympics.</p><p>Grondin has continued to establish himself among the sport's top riders under the mentorship of 2010 Olympic gold medalist Maelle Ricker. The Quebec native is the two-time reigning Crystal Globe winner as the overall leader on the World Cup circuit. He also won last year's world championships, avenging his Olympic defeat to Haemmerle.</p><h3>Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier, figure skating</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819710/cropped_GettyImages-2250325372.jpg?ts=1769736051" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819710/w220xh124_GettyImages-2250325372.jpg?ts=1769736051 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819710/w320xh180_GettyImages-2250325372.jpg?ts=1769736051 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819710/w640xh360_GettyImages-2250325372.jpg?ts=1769736051 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819710/w768xh432_GettyImages-2250325372.jpg?ts=1769736051 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/819710/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2250325372.jpg?ts=1769736051 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">VCG / Visual China Group / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Gilles and Poirier have been mainstays on the national team for the past 15 years. They've long skated in the shadows of ice dance icons Scott Moir and Tessa Virtue before emerging as a force of their own.</p><p>Gilles and Poirier have won five straight Canadian championships and placed second at each of the last two world championships, falling to American tandem Madison Chock and Evan Bates by an average of 4.02 points. The two teams have formed one of the sport's best rivalries, but neither pair has medalled in the Olympic ice dance competition. </p>

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TUCSON, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 27: Bryce James #6 of the Arizona Wildcats during the NCAAB game at McKale Center on October 27, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona. The Wildcats defeated the Eagles 113-42.

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