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LeBron James listened to Joel Embiid’s 76ers’ pitch, 12 years later. The East is in for a shakeup
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The social media pitch to bring LeBron James to Philadelphia was an…
Former President Barack Obama surprises WNBA All-Stars at their practice at his Presidential Center
CHICAGO (AP) — Caitlin Clark was in awe after meeting former President Barack Obama after…
Former Cowboys QB Tony Romo arrested on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence
MILWAUKEE (AP) — CBS NFL analyst and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has been…
LeBron James picks his final NBA challenge, and Philadelphia was his ultimate answer
Those NBA schedule-makers who have been stuck in limbo can go ahead and hit overdrive…
Duke-Michigan rematch scrapped over broadcast rights, Texas Tech steps in at Madison Square Garden
One of the most anticipated nonconference matchups of the upcoming NCAA basketball season between Duke…
Suns introduce Miles Bridges, defend decision to add him after domestic violence issues
PHOENIX (AP) — Phoenix Suns forward Miles Bridges appears to be a good fit for…
Victor Wembanyama, Caitlin Clark and Derrick Rose tabbed as NBA 2K cover athletes
NEW YORK (AP) — Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs, Caitlin Clark of the…
Stephen Curry to have a dedicated exhibit at the Basketball Hall of Fame, a 1st for an active player
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (AP) — Stephen Curry is headed to the Hall of Fame, making more…
NHL to produce and distribute local game telecasts for Hurricanes, Blue Jackets, Wild and Blues
The Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes are one of four teams that will have their…
WNBA enjoys ‘hypergrowth’ under Commissioner Cathy Engelbert amid strained relationship with players
NEW YORK (AP) — The WNBA has grown at an exponential rate during Cathy Engelbert’s…
Wilt Chamberlain Lakers jacket found by a teen at a thrift store fetches over $89,000 at auction
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA…
Lakers sign free-agent forward Matisse Thybulle, AP source says
Unrestricted free agent forward Matisse Thybulle has signed a one-year deal with the Los Angeles…
Police seek people responsible for break-in at Eagles’ running back Saquon Barkley’s home
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Police are searching for the people responsible for a weekend break-in at…
Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel agrees to buyout after probe, will step down at end of 2026
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — The University of Michigan and athletic director Warde Manuel have…
Spain wins the World Cup by beating Argentina 1-0 on Ferran Torres’ goal in extra time
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — This is how good Spain was at the World Cup:…
Dort going from Thunder to Hawks, Risacher going to Mavericks in 3-team trade
Oklahoma City traded starting forward and defensive standout Lu Dort to Atlanta as part of…
Argentina and Spain will play for the World Cup trophy and, in a first, the winner gets rings
NEW YORK (AP) — Argentina and Spain are playing for more than the World Cup…
Silver says Caitlin Clark has become a ‘political football’ amid WNBA officiating debates
NEW YORK (AP) — Conversations about WNBA officiating and Caitlin Clark have now expanded to…
NBA ‘continuing to look into’ circumstances regarding Bucks’ signing of Gary Trent Jr.
The NBA is investigating the circumstances surrounding the Milwaukee Bucks’ signing of Gary Trent Jr.…
LeBron James says he isn’t ready to reveal a decision on his future, doesn’t offer any hints
NEW YORK (AP) — If LeBron James knows where he will play this coming season,…
Giannis arrives in Miami, looking to follow Messi’s path to more titles and success
MIAMI (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo was watching Lionel Messi play in the World Cup semifinals…
Igor Kokoskov joins new basketball league Project B as head of player development
Longtime NBA assistant Igor Kokoskov has joined the startup men’s and women’s basketball league Project…
Lionel Messi delivers again for Argentina as defending champions reach another World Cup final
ATLANTA (AP) — Lionel Messi delivered for his teammates. With one more win, he’ll be…
ACC looks to corporate sponsorships as a way to boost the bottom line of league revenue
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Jim Phillips has spent his five-plus-year tenure as Atlantic Coast Conference…