Denver Nuggets defeat Miami Heat for franchise's first NBA title
Denver beat Miami 94-89 to wrap up the best-of-seven series in five games.
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Denver beat Miami 94-89 to wrap up the best-of-seven series in five games.
Washington's Bradley Beal thought he had an open path to a layup in the opening minutes, unaware that Miami's Bam Adebayo was going to swat his shot out of bounds with ease. Beal's night didn't get any better.
Garrison Mathews couldn't believe what he was hearing. With the Washington Wizards holding an insurmountable lead, the home crowd began chanting "MVP! MVP!"
Jimmy Butler scored 28 points and had his second triple-double of the week, Bam Adebayo had a career-high 24 points and the Miami Heat beat the Washington Wizards 112-103 on Friday night.
While the season has yet to begin, we take a look at some of the most questionable contracts handed out this offseason.
With the NBA trade deadline looming next month, teams look to add players or draft picks. These 5 trades would be a win for both sides.
NBA teams always have room for improvement. Here are 2017 New Year's resolutions for the Eastern Conference.
The 2016-17 NBA season tips off October 25. Preview the Eastern Conference elite, contenders, on the rise and rebuilding teams.
LeBron James has made the NBA Finals five years straight. Will it be six? More competition in the East could make it hard.
Recommendations of things to do, places to stay and where to eat for visitors who have just 72 hours to visit Miami
Travis Thomas gives his winners and losers from last night's NBA Draft, including the Timberwolves, Lakers, 76ers and more.
Your daily stock report from Vinny Cerrato.
Let's take a look at the world's top 5 highest paid athletes in 2014.
Mike Harmon of Fox Sports Radio joined Glenn and Bob on Sports Rehab to talk about the big news of LeBron James heading to back home to play for the Cleveland Cavaliers and how it he came to this decision.
Chris Fedor of 92.3 FM The Fan in Cleveland joined Sports Rehab to talk about how Cleveland is responding to the news of LeBron James coming home to play with the Cavs.
We reached out to our sports radio personalities from across the country to get their opinion on James' decision. Here's their reactions:
I'm actually happy that he decided to go back home. I was getting rather bored with all the speculation and I love the way he delivered the news.
Let's look at the five reasons why LeBron James should return to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Glenn asked Steve where he thinks Carmelo lands and Steve replied "I think he's going back to the Knicks. He loved what he heard from Chicago and Houston. As compelling as going to the Lakers is, they are no closer to winning than the Knicks are."
Brian Geltzeiler Takes a look at last nights draft with Vinny and Rob
LeBron James singularly orchestrated the Big Three union. And now that he has opted out of his Miami Heat contract, he's once again the Alpha Male of pro sports. Teams are scrambling to find the proper finances and expiring contracts, flipping over cushions for salary cap coin.
Brian Geltzeiler joined Vinny and Rob to discuss the NBA's offseason
Basketball Insiders writer Steve Kyler joined Glenn Younes and Bob Haynie on Sports Rehab to recap the NBA Finals and discuss what the likely moves will be for the Miami Heat and Carmelo Anthony this summer.
Phil Chenier joined Ed and Steve to recap about the NBA Finals between the Spurs and the Heat.
Soccer, Hockey, and Golf... it's not Baseball and Football but these "alternate" sports gave true sports fans a weekend to remember.
A WJZ First Alert Weather Day is in effect until 10 a.m. for dense fog that will be problematic for morning commute
The Alcoholic Beverages and Modernization Act of 2026 was filed last week in the House of Delegates and is sponsored by several state leaders.
Police body-worn camera footage shows the response to a fiery crash that killed a young girl following a pursuit by an officer in Howard County on January 17.
A Baltimore County police officer is being investigated for a use-of-force incident at a stoplight on Monday, February 16, the Maryland Office of the Attorney General said.
Deanta Dorsey, a 16-year-old sophomore at Edmondson-Westside High School, was shot 16 times outside the Popeyes restaurant in the Edmondson Village Shopping Center in January 2023.
An emergency bill preventing private detention facilities was passed in Baltimore County on Tuesday.
A WJZ First Alert Weather Day is in effect until 10 a.m. for dense fog that will be problematic for morning commute
Baltimore restaurant, The Black Olive, has filed a bankruptcy case to prevent the foreclosure sale of its building in Fells Point, an attorney for the business said.
ICE officials cannot re-detain Kilmar Abrego Garcia because a 90-day detention period has expired and the government has no viable plan for deporting him, a federal judge ruled.
Police body-worn camera footage shows the response to a fiery crash that killed a young girl following a pursuit by an officer in Howard County on January 17.
The Ravens said they "clearly made an error" and won't appeal the ruling.
A Howard County Police officer responded to a call last weekend that really got his goat.
Chilly night ahead with some frost possible west of I-95. Warmer weather returns this weekend.
Storm threat continues Thursday with high heat added to the mix too during the afternoon.
Drought conditions in Maryland have improved after several rounds of wet weather in May.
The Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland debuts new programs and exhibitions in celebration of the 100th anniversary of Black History Month.
Lena Waithe stopped by the WJZ studio to talk about the inspiration and creation of trinity, which runs now through March 8, 2026 at Baltimore Center Stage.
Visiting Judy's Island Grill II in Maryland for Caribbean food.
Marty Bass is at the Baltimore Chef Shop to talk about their ultimate date cooking experience.
Make your day of love special with Radebaugh Florist, where they have a beautiful flower selection, and other Valentine’s Day favorites.
The Baltimore Orioles agreed to an $18.5 million, one-year contract with right-handed pitcher Chris Bassitt.
Pitchers and catchers reported to the Baltimore Orioles' spring training facility in Sarasota, Florida, on Tuesday, and the rest of the squad will follow later this week.
Buzz Williams took some time to address the big picture of a season gone wrong.
The Ravens announced Tuesday that Weaver will be their defensive coordinator under new coach Jesse Minter.
Maxim Naumov's score Tuesday was enough to make it through the short program, giving him another opportunity to perform when the men's free skate takes place Friday night.
President Trump and Maryland Gov. Wes Moore are feuding over who's responsible for addressing one of the largest sewage spills in U.S. history.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson marched alongside Martin Luther King Jr., ran for president in the 1980s and led the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition in Chicago for decades.
In a CBS News "Things That Matter" town hall, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore blasted President Trump — but also urged Democrats to change their perception as "the party of no and slow."
President Obama spoke about the "unprecedented nature" of what he said Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents did in Minnesota.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore told CBS News that no administration has ever fully figured out an effective immigration system and only Congress can fix it.
Nearly 200 families were expected to shop at the 10th annual Christmas Store, hosted by the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and The Foundry Church on Friday.
After a loved one became a victim of sexual assault, a Maryland family is on a mission to prevent it among teens.
Over 400 future star chefs took over Baltimore on Saturday for a National Culinary Cook-off.
Chopped Broadway Bodega & Deli is making its mark as the first Black- and women-owned bodega in Fells Point, bringing the unmistakable flavors of a classic New York bodega to Baltimore.
'I Believe in Me Girls' held its fifth annual workshop on Saturday to empower young women while introducing them to a variety of career opportunities in the creative industry.
Senator Kagan said this bill will limit what she calls "bait and switch" and price gouging.
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management increased the State Activation Level from Normal to Partial on Friday morning in response to a Microsoft outage that has paralyzed systems worldwide.
Neighbors in one west Baltimore neighborhood are figuring out what to do for groceries, due to the Giant Food location in Edmondson Village closing next month.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is asking to move marijuana to Schedule III, alongside ketamine and some anabolic steroids
New flights to both U.S. and Caribbean destinations are coming to BWI in 2026.
After three decades of serving customers on the Baltimore waterfront, The Cheesecake Factory is closing its Inner Harbor location.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The Baltimore Tech Hub, one of 31 federal "Tech Hubs" designated last year, was skipped for a cut of $504 million in the first round of funding for the program.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
After WJZ shed light on a rat infestation plaguing one Towson community, Baltimore County officials say they are now taking action.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
A WJZ First Alert Weather Day is in effect until 10 a.m. for dense fog that will be problematic for morning commute
Wet weather returns to Maryland this week
Rainy, damp weather returns to Maryland this week
Wet weather moves into Maryland this week
WJZ-TV meteorologist Steve Sosna has your latest weather forecast.
The council passed an emergency bill Tuesday night. The vote came after the U.S. General Services Administration leased office space in the county. WJZ-TV''s Stephanie Douglas reports.
Wet weather returns to Maryland this week
Video shows response to deadly police chase in Howard County
Baltimore County officer investigated for use of force