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College Basketball

Indiana University introduced former Hoosier player Mike Woodson as its new head coach today. The 63-year-old Woodson returns to Bloomington after most recently working as an assistant coach of the NBA’s New York Knicks. Woodson replaces the recently terminated Archie Miller.

MLB

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says he may not manage this year’s All Star game in Atlanta. According to reports, Roberts says his decision comes after the state of Georgia passed a law that makes it harder to vote, with the Black community expected to be disproportionately affected. MLB union leader Tony Clark says he looks forward to discussing with the league whether to move the Mid -Summer Classic.

NFL

The NFL is expected to vote this week on whether to change to a 17-game schedule for the upcoming season. According to ESPN, owners are expected to vote either tomorrow or Wednesday. Not everyone is pleased, however, as New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara and several others voiced their displeasure on Twitter. The league has had a 16-game regular season since 1978.