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NBA Commissioner Adam Silver ‘moved’ by LeBron James’ statement announcing return to Cleveland
LAS VEGAS, Nev. – LeBron James’ decision to return to play for the Cleveland Cavaliers, and the eloquent essay in Sports Illustrated that outlined the lure of home, resonated with many who watched the saga unfold last week.
Silver: No guarantees Donald Sterling is out as Clippers owner by start of next season
LAS VEGAS, Nev. – NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says he is hopeful that the proposed $2 billion sale of the Los Angeles Clippers will be completed before next season begins. But he could not guarantee that will happen because the deal is currently held up in the courts.
Maple Leafs only NHL team on Forbes list of most valuable sports franchises
The Maple Leafs are the only NHL team on Forbes’s list of the 50 most valuable franchises in sports, checking in at No. 26.
Fox bid for Time Warner sets off race to consolidate among media companies
LOS ANGELES, Calif. – Even though Rupert Murdoch’s $76 billion bid for rival media giant Time Warner Inc. has been rejected, that doesn’t mean how you watch TV shows and movies will stop changing any time soon.
Kevin Durant and UFC fighter Ronda Rousey win top athlete honours at ESPY Awards
LOS ANGELES, Calif. – Kevin Durant won two ESPY Awards, including male athlete of the year, and mixed martial arts star Ronda Rousey earned female athlete honours, becoming the first UFC fighter to claim a trophy in the biggest category at the show honouring the year’s best performances Wednesday night.
AP sources: Bon Jovi part of Toronto group looking to buy NFL’s Buffalo Bills
Rocker Jon Bon Jovi is part of a Toronto group that has retained a banking firm and submitted paperwork expressing interest in buying the NFL’s Buffalo Bills, three people who have reviewed documents regarding the sale process told The Associated Press on Friday.
People familiar with sale documents to AP: Bon Jovi part of Toronto group looking to buy team
BUFFALO, N.Y. – Rocker Jon Bon Jovi is part of a Toronto group that has retained a banking firm and submitted paperwork expressing interest in buying the Buffalo Bills, three people who have reviewed documents regarding the sale process told The Associated Press on Friday.
Numbers Game: LeBron James takes to social media to decide what number to wear with Cavaliers
CLEVELAND – LeBron James has to make another big decision.
Despite trade rumours, Andrew Wiggins plays it cool at summer League
LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Midway through the first half of an NBA summer league game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Houston Rockets, a fan could be heard loud and clear: “Give Wiggins the ball. We paid to see Wiggins!”
Rams LB Dunbar, NBA free agent Green arrested outside Miami Beach nightclub
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. – Authorities say two professional athletes have been arrested after fighting outside a Miami Beach nightclub.
Clippers’ future on line as Sterling probate trial resumes
LOS ANGELES, Calif. – The future of the Los Angeles Clippers is closer to decision as testimony resumes Monday in a probate trial over whether a deal negotiated by Donald Sterling’s estranged wife to sell the team for $2 billion is authorized under a Sterling family trust.
Finance head of Sterling’s properties says billionaire needs to sell Clippers to cover debts
LOS ANGELES, Calif. – The chief financial officer of Donald Sterling’s properties said Monday that the billionaire may be forced to sell a large portion of his real estate empire to cover $500 million in loans if he persists in refusing to sell the Los Angeles Clippers for $2 billion.
Canada’s basketball team seeks valuable international experience in Europe
TORONTO – After failing to qualify for this summer’s FIBA World Cup, the Canadian men’s basketball team is making sure it’s prepared to make a run at the 2016 Olympics.
Nash, Triano say Canadians have plenty of toughness on the basketball court
TORONTO – Steve Nash had a good chuckle at ESPN personality Jason Whitlock’s suggestion that Canadians in the NBA are not as motivated to succeed as their American counterparts.
LeBron apologizes to northeast Ohio neighbours for ruckus outside his house; sends cupcakes
BATH, Ohio – LeBron James has sent cupcakes to his neighbours to apologize for the ruckus caused by the announcement of his homecoming earlier this month.
Michael Jackson’s Indiana hometown working on plans to name school after the King of Pop
GARY, Ind. – Plans are in the works to name a school after Michael Jackson in the late pop star’s Indiana hometown.
CBS event looks back at civil rights, forward at new business opportunities
NEW YORK, N.Y. – A CBS News event Thursday marking the 50th anniversary of civil rights legislation is both a look back at history and a glimpse into future business opportunities for a broadcast news division.
After LeBron went home, Stamkos understands but ignores Leafs speculation
TORONTO – LeBron James going home to play for the Cleveland Cavaliers led to speculation about whether a star NHL player might do the same in the near future.
Toronto Raptors to hold part of pre-season training camp in Vancouver
TORONTO – Head coach Dwane Casey and the Toronto Raptors will head to Vancouver for a portion of their pre-season training camp the club announced on Wednesday.
Argos, Maple Leafs Sports & Entertainment partner on new practice facility
TORONTO – The issues of ownership and playing at BMO Field remain unresolved but the Toronto Argonauts and Maple Leafs Sports & Entertainment are at least business associates.
On The Clock: Cavs sign rookie Andrew Wiggins; No. 1 overall pick can’t be traded for 30 days
CLEVELAND – Andrew Wiggins has an NBA home. Maybe a temporary one.
Person close to situation: Bon Jovi group studied Toronto sites; to meet with NY developers
BUFFALO, N.Y. – A Buffalo Bills prospective ownership group that includes rocker Jon Bon Jovi has conducted a feasibility study into buying the NFL franchise and building a stadium in Toronto, a person close to the situation said.
Seth Rogen surprised that North Korea is angry at his new film due in October
MONTREAL – Seth Rogen breaks into his trademark laugh when he’s asked if he’s sought Dennis Rodman’s help in smoothing things over with North Korea because of his latest film.
Trade talk requires Kevin Love to withdraw from Team USA basketball
Kevin Love still doesn’t know where he will play next season, his NBA future hanging in the air while a seldom-used league rule complicates a potential trade to Cleveland.