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WTA Finals moving to an NBA arena next year as tennis tour seeks ‘Super Bowl for women’s sports’
The WTA Finals, the elite season-ending event in women’s tennis, will be held in Charlotte,…
Paul George understands sentiments after trade, says he’s ready to prove himself with Celtics
BOSTON (AP) — Paul George made one thing clear during his introductory news conference with…
Silver says NBA looked at precedent before doling out Clippers’ penalties for cap circumvention
NEW YORK (AP) — NBA Commissioner Adam Silver wanted to impose a significant punishment on…
Chad Baker-Mazara sues USC and Eric Musselman, alleging NIL pay dispute and racial remarks
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Former Southern California basketball player Chad Baker-Mazara is suing the university…
Jimmer Fredette decides to resume playing career, leaves USA Basketball 3×3 post
Jimmer Fredette has decided to resume his playing career, a decision that means he is…
5 major sports leagues and players associations ask for protections from sports bettors’ threats
ATLANTA (AP) — Five professional sports leagues and their players associations have aligned forces to…
Sophie Cunningham expresses thoughts on next WNBA commissioner, has discussed them with Adam Silver
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has discussed the soon-to-be vacant WNBA commissioner’s…
Timeline: Kawhi Leonard’s road to, from and back to Toronto
TORONTO — Kawhi Leonard is returning to Toronto seven years after leading the Raptors to…
Kawhi Leonard officially returns to Toronto with NBA approving Raptors-Clippers trade
TORONTO — Kawhi Leonard is officially returning to the Toronto Raptors. After a months-long delay,…
Taj Gibson retires after 17 NBA seasons and joins Chicago Bulls’ coaching staff
CHICAGO (AP) — Taj Gibson has joined Tiago Splitter’s first coaching staff with the Chicago…
Steve Ballmer backs down on NBA punishment, apologizes as Clippers accept $30 million fine
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer won’t fight the NBA’s salary…
No pressure and no thoughts of revenge for France going into women’s FIBA World Cup final
BERLIN (AP) — After enduring heartbreak in the women’s basketball final at the 2024 Olympics,…
Ben Shelton can win his first major and end a lengthy American drought vs Zverev in US Open final
NEW YORK (AP) — Ben Shelton is playing for his first Grand Slam title, though…
Suns center Mark Williams has surgery for torn labrum, likely out for several months
PHOENIX (AP) — Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams is expected to miss a big chunk…
SEC presidents and chancellors meet without voting on LSU’s membership
Southeastern Conference leaders met by video conference on Thursday without holding a vote on LSU’s…
Jonathan Kuminga picked the Timberwolves for the on-court fit and the genuine connection he felt
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Jonathan Kuminga took to heart the hard sell from some of the…
Coach hails German basketball’s ‘best day’ after hosts reach women’s FIBA World Cup semifinals
BERLIN (AP) — After what he called the “best day in German basketball,” Germany coach…
SEC not expected to vote on LSU’s membership this week, AP source says
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The Southeastern Conference is no longer expected to vote on whether…
Daniel Jones is eager to get back on the field as Colts face Ravens in Sunday’s season opener
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — From the moment Indianapolis quarterback Daniel Jones had his torn right Achilles…
Pelicans waive veteran Taj Gibson after acquiring him in a multi-player trade with Memphis
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The New Orleans Pelicans waived Taj Gibson on Wednesday, one day…
New ‘SNL’ season will have Jalen Brunson and Inde Navarrette as hosts, music from Katseye, Rosalía
NEW YORK (AP) — Newly crowned NBA champion Jalen Brunson of the New York Knicks…
Track stars racing for $150K at Ultimate Championship is sign of progress and work yet to be done
BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Yes, there will be track and field stars — Sha’Carri Richardson,…
PWHL lands first season-long US national broadcast deal with Scripps Sports for upcoming 4th year
The newly expanded PWHL enters its fourth season by securing its first season-long U.S. national…
Southeastern Conference leaders to discuss expelling LSU, which backs off rostering pro players
Leaders of the Southeastern Conference will meet Thursday to discuss whether to take the extraordinary…