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Watch Steph Curry impress in sharp pre-game warm-up as return nears

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Curry hasn't played since breaking his left hand on Oct. 30. He was cleared for contact in practices Saturday, scrimmaging with his teammates for the first time since picking up the injury and subsequently undergoing two surgeries. The 31-year-old said Saturda…

NBA roundup: LeBron gets Lakers past Celtics

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Anthony Davis tallied 32 points and 13 rebounds and LeBron James recorded 29 points, nine assists and eight boards, and the Los Angeles Lakers weathered a career-high-tying 41-point effort by Jayson Tatum to beat the Boston Celtics 114-112 on Sunday at Staples…

Trade: Red Wings send Mike Green to Oilers

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Nostalgia seems to be in the air during NHL trade deadline eve. After Ilya Kovalchuk was traded to Washington, the Detroit Red Wings sent defenseman Mike Green to the Edmonton Oilers in a trade on Sunday. To the Oilers: Mike Green To the Red Wings: "A conditio…

Memorial Service At L.A.'s Staples Center Will Honor Kobe Bryant

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Huge crowds are expected to turn out Monday for the memorial service honoring Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna in Los Angeles. The city is encouraging those without tickets to watch it on TV.

Paxton Picking Up The Pace?

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The Angels' top prospect had a more electric showing in his Cactus League game Sunday, going 2-for-3 with an RBI single and a stolen base against the Rockies. Adell figures to start the season in the minors but could be up as soon as mid-April for a Halos club…

'The losses are substantial': the NBA's trouble with China, four months on

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For someone who was raised in Italy, came of age in Philadelphia, and ultimately established himself as a star in southern California, it is telling that Kobe Bryant once referred to China as his "home away from home." Bryant first visited the country in 1998 …

Sizing up NHL deals before the Feb. 24 trade deadline

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The NHL trade deadline is Feb. 24, but there have been a number of deals already finalized. Here's a breakdown of the biggest ones.

McCollum, Anthony carry Blazers past Pistons, 107-104

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With All-Star guard Damian Lillard nursing a groin strain, the Portland Trail Blazers got big games from CJ McCollum and Carmelo Anthony. McCollum had 41 points, a career-high 12 assists and nine rebounds, Anthony scored a season-high 32 points and the Portlan…

Holiday, Williamson keep Pelicans rolling in 115-101 win

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Zion Williamson has been a dominant force on the court for New Orleans since making his NBA debut a month ago. Against Golden State, the heralded rookie made his biggest impact in the locker room with a halftime speech that provided the Pelicans with the boost…

1980 'Miracle On Ice' Players Slammed For Appearing In KAG Caps At Trump Rally

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President Donald Trump honored 14 members of the 1980 "Miracle on Ice" Olympic hockey team in Las Vegas on Friday. And the move had some fans giving the team the freeze. The improbable U.S. victory over the dominant Soviet hockey team in the 1980 Olympics in L…

Blazers needed every bit of Vintage Carmelo Anthony

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This season, the younger Trail Blazers have gotten a few old man cracks aimed at Carmelo Anthony. Bring on the jokes because Melo was laughing all the way to a season-high Sunday night. The Trail Blazers clawed their way back after being down by as many as 10 …

How Warriors are preparing for 'emotional' Kobe Bryant memorial service

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The Warriors exited Chase Center on Sunday after adding another defeat to their tally, losing to the New Orleans Pelicans. About 12 hours after the Warriors' loss, the league momentarily will come to a standstill Monday morning. All sights will fixate on Stapl…

Top 25 roundup: No. 25 Ohio St. upsets No. 7 Maryland

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Luther Muhammad led five Ohio State players in double figures as the No. 25 Buckeyes ended the nine-game winning streak of No. 7 Maryland, 79-72, at Columbus, Ohio, on Sunday.

NHL roundup: Caps down Penguins in battle for first

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T.J. Oshie scored the go-ahead goal midway through the third period Sunday as the Washington Capitals topped the visiting Pittsburgh Penguins 5-3 in a battle for first place in the Metropolitan Division.

The Lawman looks back

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Milwaukee Bucks become earliest team to clinch playoff spot in NBA history

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The Milwaukee Bucks are officially in the postseason, and Feb. 23 is the earliest date on the calendar that a team has clinched in NBA history.

Best of XFL Week 3

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Take a look at the best photos from the XFL's third weekend of play.

Djokovic surprised by Federer knee surgery news

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News of Roger Federer's knee surgery caught Novak Djokovic by surprise and the world number one said he hoped to see his Swiss rival back on court soon as the sport needs him.

Carmelo Anthony turns back the clock against Detroit, does something he hasn't done in three years

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The Blazers welcomed the Pistons to town on Sunday in a game that turned back the clock and celebrated the 2000s era of Blazers basketball. From the old school graphics on TV, to the retro music, to Damon Stoudamire and Travis Outlaw being in the building, it …

Factbox: Sport events affected by the coronavirus epidemic

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The following is a list of international sports events affected by the outbreak of the new coronavirus.

China's Tokyo run-up stalled by coronavirus outbreak

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The outbreak of the coronavirus has disrupted China's preparations for the Tokyo Olympics, barring athletes from overseas-based competitions and forcing sports authorities into makeshift arrangements five months before the Games.

Kobe Bryant memorial: Who may attend, what to expect

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A memorial for NBA icon Kobe Bryant, daughter Gianna, and the seven other victims of the Jan. 26 helicopter crash is Monday at Staples Center.

Australia beat Sri Lanka by five wickets: Women's Twenty20 World Cup – as it happened

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Australia survive scare to win by five wickets at the WacaRachael Haynes makes 60 to rescue hosts after early collapse 10.10am GMT That's all for now from me. Thanks for your company, yet another close World Cup scrap. This tournament really is set up brillian…

Chase Briscoe wins rain-delayed Xfinity race at Las Vegas

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Chase Briscoe won the rain-delayed Xfinity Series race Sunday night at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. NASCAR was able to complete 50 of the 200 laps Saturday before rain washed out the event and pushed its conclusion to after the Cup race Sunday, won by Joey Logano…

Bryson DeChambeau after costly three-putts: 'I've got to rethink what's going on'

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DeChambeau's bogey at the par-3 17th hole, along with Reed's birdie on the same hole, set up a two-stroke advantage for Reed going down the 18th, a cushion that Reed needed following a wayward tee shot and bogey at the last. DeChambeau birdied four consecutive…

Raptors roll to their biggest win ever, beat Pacers 127-81

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Kyle Lowry and the surging Toronto Raptors tuned up for their showdown with Milwaukee by pounding the Indiana Pacers. Lowry had 16 points and 11 assists, extending his career-best streak of double-doubles to six, and Toronto hammered Indiana 127-81 on Sunday, …

Rachael Haynes rescues Australia after huge scare against Sri Lanka

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Sri Lanka 122-6; Australia 123-5 (19.3 overs) Veteran makes crucial 60 after top-order collapses in PerthAustralia got out of jail thanks to an inspired innings from Rachael Haynes after a top order collapse in Perth threatened to derail the host nation's hope…

Women's T20 World Cup: Australia beat Sri Lanka after scare

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Australia recover from being reduced to 10-3 to beat Sri Lanka by five wickets and claim their first win of the Women's T20 World Cup in Perth.

Capitals acquire Kovalchuk from Canadiens for 3rd-rounder

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The Washington Capitals on Sunday acquired winger Ilya Kovalchuk from the Montreal Canadiens for a 2020 third-round pick and will be able to add him to one of the most explosive offenses in hockey. Washington made the move to get another top-nine forward hours…

LeBron's clutch jumper sends Lakers past Celtics 114-112

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Although LeBron James is still relatively new to the Los Angeles Lakers' rivalry with the Boston Celtics, he relishes the chance to participate in the history and passion behind this series. When James had the chance Sunday to make another significant mark in …

Premier League: talking points from the weekend's action

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Burnley discover depth up front, Manchester City take care of business and Southampton unearth a potential gemMikel Arteta is entitled to be pleased with three wins in eight days, but must also reflect on the sloppiness which gifted Everton two goals. Though A…

Football transfer rumours: Bryan Cristante to Arsenal from Roma?

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Today's fluff is widely recyclableOn 19 goals for the season after scoring a brace against Everton yesterday, the feeling persists that Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang might be a little bit too good for Arsenal. Barcelona tried to sign him in January and are still b…

Madison Bumgarner has been competing in rodeos under a fake name

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The Athletic's Andrew Baggarly and Zach Buchanan report that Diamondbacks starter Madison Bumgarner has been competing in rodeos under a fake name as recently as December. The fake name is Mason Saunders. Bumgarner explains that "Mason" is shortened from "Madi…

Raptors embarrass Pacers with franchise-record blowout

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Toronto was in control from the opening tip, cruising to a 127-81 win that marked the largest margin of victory in team history.

Los Angeles Lakers officially sign Markieff Morris and waive DeMarcus Cousins

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The Los Angeles Lakers made official what had been reported a couple of days ago and signed forward Markieff Morris. In a corresponding move to open a roster spot, the Lakers waived center DeMarcus Cousins. Morris was with the Detroit Pistons earlier this seas…

'The losses are substantial': the NBA's trouble with China, four months on

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Chinese television blacked out the league's opening games after an executive's support of the Hong Kong protests. Has time healed the rift?For someone who was raised in Italy, came of age in Philadelphia, and ultimately established himself as a star in souther…

Women's T20 World Cup: Australia v Sri Lanka - Fan takes a diving catch off Chamari Atapattu

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A spectator takes a brilliant catch off a huge Chamari Atapattu six during the Women's T20 World Cup game between Australia and Sri Lanka.

New OF Akiyama singles, tries steal in eventful Reds debut

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Shogo Akiyama gave Cincinnati Reds fans a small taste of what he can provide at the top of the batting order and in the outfield Sunday in his first spring training game with the team. Akiyama, hitting leadoff and playing center field, lined the second pitch h…

Nearly 30,000 welcome pro football back to St. Louis

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Take that, Stan Kroenke. St. Louis welcomed pro football back to town with nearly 30,000 fans at the venue where Kroenke's Rams last played in December 2015. The lower bowl of the Dome at America's Center was full, and the crowd was zealous and loud during the…

Muhammad scores 22, No. 25 Ohio State tops No. 7 Maryland

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Muhammad scored 22 points and No. 25 Ohio State beat No. 7 Maryland 79-72, snapping the Terrapins' nine-game winning streak. Ohio State (18-9, 8-8 Big Ten) defeated a Top-10 team for the fourth time this season. "He had big 3s, great confidence," Holtmann said…

Las Vegas Cup results, points

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Joey Logano won his first race of the season and first with new crew chief Paul Wolfe in Sunday's Pennzoil 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Logano was in the lead when a crash on the final lap brought out the yellow flag, leaving Logano to win under caution. M…

New Zealand v India: Virat Kohli says tourists 'not good enough' in 10-wicket defeat

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Captain Virat Kohli said India "didn't show enough competitiveness" in their 10-wicket first-Test defeat by New Zealand in Wellington.

What drivers said after Las Vegas

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It would take us ten or fifteen laps just to get going and get the car underneath us. Then, we could start fighting our way up there. There were frustrating moments over the radio, just trying to make this Coke Energy Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE better.

NHL trade tracker: Rumors, updates, predictions, analysis of deadline

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Yes, the trade deadline finally is upon us Monday at noon PT, and that could bring a flurry of activity. The Sharks traded their most attractive piece about a week before the deadline, shipping defenseman Brenden Dillon to the Washington Capitals for a pair of…

MrSavage triumphs at DreamHack Anaheim's Fortnite tournament

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Martin "MrSavage" Foss Andersen's combination of mechanics and patience made him a Fortnite champion.

Puerto Rico Open purse payout: Viktor Hovland's earnings and FEC points

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PGA Tour rookie Viktor Hovland earned his first PGA Tour victory at the Puerto Rico Open. Here's a look at earnings and FedExCup points for those who made the cut:

Bucks clinch earliest playoff berth in 15 years

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The Milwaukee Bucks have clinched a playoff berth 55 days before the NBA postseason is set to begin.

Betts draws big cheer, drives in run during Dodgers debut

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Mookie Betts still has some work to do, settling in with the Los Angeles Dodgers. ''The hardest thing is finding a house and learning everybody's name,'' Betts said Sunday after making his Cactus League debut. Betts led off and played right field for the Dodge…

Giants prospect Sean Hjelle shines, lights up radar gun in spring debut

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With the Giants nursing a one-run lead in the eighth inning Sunday, manager Gabe Kapler called right-handed prospect Luis Madero into the game. As Madero faced the A's, Sean Hjelle started warming up in the bullpen. Kapler saw Hjelle getting loose and called d…

Women's T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka lose first wicket after just three balls

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Australia's Megan Schutt removes Sri Lanka opener Hasini Madushika after just three balls during their Women's T20 World Cup match in Perth.

Top-10 upsets continue as No. 7 Maryland falls at No. 24 Ohio State

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Maryland became the fifth top-10 team to lose this weekend as the No. 7 Terrapins dropped a road contest to No. 24 Ohio State.

Premier League stats: Man City penalty woes & Aubameyang's goal return

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Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang delivers his Sunday best and Man City's penalty woes continue as BBC Sport takes a look at the key Premier League stats.

Women's Super League: Watch some of the best WSL goals of all time

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Sophie Ingle, Toni Duggan & Jordan Nobbs all feature as BBC Sport looks back at some of the best goals scored in the WSL after Georgia Stanway netted the league's 2.000th goal.

Celtics-Lakers Overreactions: Not trading for Anthony Davis was a blessing for C's

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Verdict: Not an overreaction Anthony Davis-to-the-Celtics rumors dominated the headlines in Boston both during and after last year's disappointing Celtics season. It turns out that not pulling the trigger on a deal for the superstar big man was one of the best…

Cuban discipline to wait on Mavs' protest ruling

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The Dallas Mavericks have filed a protest over their loss Saturday night to the Atlanta Hawks, citing a "misapplication of the rules," sources confirmed to ESPN. The New York Times first reported the protest of a call with 8.4 seconds remaining.

UCLA gymnast Grace Glenn makes history with beam routine

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UCLA gymnast Grace Glenn's jaw-dropping beam routine earned a perfect score -- and made history -- on Sunday.

Astros stars sit again, Nats hoist World Series trophy

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Away from their friendly cocoon, Alex Bregman and some of the bigger names on the Houston Astros are about to see - and hear - how fans really feel about what happened. Once again, the primary offenders were out of the Astros' lineup. "It seems like a bit of a…

Mamba forever: The iconic images of Kobe Bryant

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There is some saving grace to a career chronicled on screen. We have photos that captured his essence, images to look back on, to hold onto, to carry on.

Where's Bryce Harper? How about Roamin' Roman? A few observations from Phillies camp

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CLEARWATER, Fla. - The Phillies came out with four runs in the bottom of the first inning and held on for a 4-3 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates in exhibition play Sunday afternoon at Spectrum Field. Didi Gregorius, Jay Bruce and newcomer Kyle Garlick - picked …

Trick play and new rules lead to XFL's first kickoff return touchdown

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Easily one of the best things about the new XFL is the league's creative, yet practical approach to kickoffs. Essentially, the kicker kicks the ball from the 30-yard line - five yards behind the NFL's spot - while the rest of his team lines up at the other tea…

Power Rankings: Win over Baylor propels Kansas to No. 1

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The Baylor-Kansas winner was going to claim the top spot anyway, but Gonzaga and San Diego State both losing made it an easy call.

Hovland sinks long putt for first PGA Tour victory

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Viktor Hovland became the first Norwegian to win on the PGA Tour when he rammed home a 25-foot birdie at the final hole for a one-shot triumph at the Puerto Rico Open on Sunday.

LeBron's 'Dream Shake' lifts Lakers over Celtics

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LeBron James said he had been setting up Jaylen Brown all game to give up the fadeaway jumper that ultimately sealed the Lakers' victory over the Celtics on Sunday night.

What do Fortnite pros think of Chapter 2, Season 2?

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Competitive Fortnite players descended on DreamHack Anaheim this weekend. We got their thoughts on the game's latest update.

Reed blocks out noise to win WGC-Mexico Championship

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Patrick Reed's week began on a sour note with Brooks Koepka stoking the embers of a cheating allegation against him but the Texan ended it in a blaze of glory with victory at the WGC-Mexico Championship on Sunday.

Sunday's Celtics-Lakers battle had everything the NBA's premier rivalry needs

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The nail-biter at Staples showcased how far these two storied franchises have come in the past 11 months.

XFL gets its first kickoff return touchdown

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The XFL promised that its kickoff rules would make the play both safer and more exciting, and on that promise, the league has delivered. It's obvious to anyone watching that the play is now safer: With the unusual formations that have the kicker and returner s…

Being Patrick Reed means ignoring the noise

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He said it himself: "I'm used to it." Patrick Reed held off a world-class field in a week in which he heard the word "cheater" lobbed in his direction.

All Blacks star Ardie Savea flags switch from rugby union to NRL

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Hurricanes player '100%' wants to play rugby leagueRoosters or Storm possible destinations, says flankerArdie Savea has revealed he wants to play in the NRL and would consider a switch to the 13-man game as soon as next year. Savea, among the All Blacks' best,…

Ryan Newman hopes to return to NASCAR 'as soon as possible,' race team president says

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President of Roush Fenway Racing Steve Newmark says Ryan Newman believes he can come back from horrific crash at Daytona to compete for Cup title.

Kobe Bryant's close friend, high school teammate reflects on what he meant to Lower Merion

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Doug Young played high school basketball with Kobe Bryant at Lower Merion and remained his friend and gatekeeper of his legacy at their alma mater.

Astros, Red Sox, Major League Baseball urge dismissal of sign-stealing lawsuit

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The Houston Astros, the Boston Red Sox and Major League Baseball asked a U.S. judge to dismiss a proposed class-action lawsuit by DraftKings participants who said the teams' electronic sign-stealing distorted fantasy baseball contests they wagered on. "Plainti…

D-backs' Bumgarner roping in rodeos incognito

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Arizona Diamondbacks left-hander Madison Bumgarner has been competing in rodeo events under the alias Mason Saunders, and he won $26,560 in a team-roping competition in December, according to a story published Sunday by The Athletic.

How Kobe Bryant memorial can help wife Vanessa, others with grieving

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Vanessa Bryant, married to Kobe Bryant for almost 20 years, has used Instagram to communicate with the public since he and daughter Gianna died.

Reed outlasts DeChambeau for one-shot win at WGC-Mexico Championship

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Patrick Reed displayed typically steely resolve and an assured putting touch, outlasting fellow American Bryson DeChambeau for a one-stroke victory at the WGC-Mexico Championship on Sunday.

Boxing-Fury says 'Let's go A.J.' though Wilder first has rematch option

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Tyson Fury says he expects Deontay Wilder to take up the option of a rematch of their heavyweight championship bout but is ready for fellow Briton Anthony Joshua if the American declines. Speaking after his seventh-round TKO victory over Wilder in Las Vegas on…

Opelka fires 27 aces in beating Nishioka in Florida

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Towering American Reilly Opelka beat Japan's Yoshihito Nishioka in three sets to win his second career ATP Tour title at the Delray Beach Open in Florida on Sunday.

ATP roundup: Tsitsipas goes back-to-back in Marseilles

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Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece defended his title with a 6-3, 6-4 victory against Felix Auger-Aliassime in the Open 13 Provence final Sunday in Marseille, France.

'Been waiting for this his entire life': $324 million man Gerrit Cole ready to lead Yankees back to …

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Gerrit Cole signed a nine-year, $324 million deal with the Yankees this winter and is embracing the pressure that comes along with his contract.

Premier League review: Mourinho's whining is counterproductive

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Mourinho has some legitimate gripes about his injury-hit Spurs, but he should try a different approach with the players who are still standing.

Markieff Morris clears waivers, signs with Lakers

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Markieff Morris, a former Pistons forward, has cleared waivers and will sign with the Lakers through their $1.75 million disabled player exception.

Andrew Wiggins is 'perfect piece' for Warriors, Tim Hardaway believes

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Warriors legend Tim Hardaway is a huge fan of the acquisition and believes it'll help the Warriors get back to the top of the NBA next season. "I think it was," Hardaway told TMZ Sports when asked if acquiring Wiggins was a good move. "Andrew Wiggins is gonna …

Ryan Newman says he suffered a head injury, seeks to race again

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I know that really lifted the spirits of Ryan's family and our entire team to see that, and I think it speaks to the caliber of people that they are when you look at the lengths that they went to support us, and it also gives a lot of faith that we're in prett…

Patrick Reed holds nerve to secure victory in Mexico

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American beats Bryson DeChambeau by single strokeRory McIlroy fifth after shooting 68 in final roundThis rapidly developed into the World Golf Championship of the damned. For so much of Sunday, the devil could have cast his net over the leaders of the WGC-Mexi…

'Miracle on Ice' U.S. hockey team responds to criticism for appearing at Trump rally

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Twitter account for gold medal-winning 1980 U.S. hockey team defends appearance at Trump rally: "This is not about politics or choosing sides."

Spring training roundup: Twins' Berrios impresses

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Minnesota ace Jose Berrios made his spring debut by striking out four and walking none in two scoreless innings in a 5-5 tie with the visiting Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday at Fort Myers, Fla.

Tsitsipas retains Open 13 title for 5th of his career

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Stefanos Tsitsipas was hardly troubled in beating Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-3, 6-4 to retain the Open 13 title on Sunday, securing the fifth overall of his blossoming career without dropping a set. ''I am proud of the fact that mentally I didn't even crack, not …

Bruno Fernandes: Why Manchester United fans have a new hero - Peter Crouch analysis

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Arrogant, cheeky and a touch of class - MOTD2 pundit Peter Crouch explains why Bruno Fernandes has already made a big impact at Manchester United.

Young Bucs fan, whose wish was granted, dies

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Kacey Reynolds, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers fan whose wish was granted last year when he got to announce the Bucs' 2019 first-round draft pick, has died.

Borussia Dortmund's Erling Braut Haaland on target again against Werder Bremen

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Erling Braut Haaland takes his Bundesliga goal tally to nine in six games after scoring for Borussia Dortmund against Werder Bremen.

Panorama: Fresh questions over Mo Farah's relationship with Alberto Salazar

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Fresh questions over Mo Farah's relationship with his disgraced former coach Alberto Salazar are raised in a new BBC Panorama investigation.

Kobe Bryant memorial: How to watch and what to know about the service

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A legion of 20,000 mourners – from devoted fans to the greatest living legends of the NBA – will celebrate the lives of Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna at a public memorial Monday at the Staples Center, the arena revered as "the house that Kobe…

Bruno Fernandes sparking Manchester United at crucial point

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Fernandes was sublime on Sunday as Man United enjoyed back-to-back wins for just the third time all season.

Nike Vaporfly Shoes Controversy

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Sports technologist Bryce Dyer on what the decision not to ban the Nike Vaporfly means for athletes at the upcoming Tokyo Olympics and for the future of track field.

Tim Southee rips through India as New Zealand seal massive first Test win

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India 165 and 191; New Zealand 348 and 9-0 Hosts take 1-0 series lead with 10-wicket winNew Zealand completed a comprehensive 10-wicket victory over India before lunch on the fourth day of the first Test at the Basin Reserve to give them a 1-0 lead in the two-…

WGC-Mexico Championship: American Patrick Reed seals one-shot win

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Patrick Reed wins the WGC-Mexico Championship by one shot, with world number one Rory McIlroy four shots back in fifth place.

Zion Williamson's arrival shows Warriors how quick fortunes can change

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SAN FRANCISCO -- With the Warriors hugging the floor of the NBA and lining up a top-three pick in the draft lottery, Sunday afternoon brings an opportunity for them and their fans to share a flight of fantasy. When Zion Williamson bounds onto the floor at Chas…

Astros, Red Sox, Major League Baseball urge dismissal of sign-stealing lawsuit

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The Houston Astros, the Boston Red Sox and Major League Baseball asked a U.S. judge to dismiss a proposed class-action lawsuit by DraftKings participants who said the teams' electronic sign-stealing distorted fantasy baseball contests they wagered on.

Watch: Ole Miss fan, 84, sinks 94-foot putt at basketball game to win car

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Those tricky 5-foot putts for par are often nerve-racking, whether there's money on the line with a friend or not. But a 94-footer with a brand new car at stake? That doesn't even compare.

Fury says 'Let's go A.J.' though Wilder first has rematch option

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Tyson Fury says he expects Deontay Wilder to take up the option of a rematch of their heavyweight championship bout but is ready for fellow Briton Anthony Joshua if the American declines.

Garth Crooks' team of the week: Aubameyang, Martial, Alonso, Jota, Giroud

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Which keeper is the king of the one-on-one? Who do Manchester United's boo-boys need to treat with care? Find out in Garth Crooks' team of the week.

Zamboni driver, 42, gets win as emergency goalie for 'Canes

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David Ayres was sitting in the stands with his wife at Scotiabank Arena when Carolina Hurricanes goalie James Reimer went down with an injury. The on-call emergency netminder in Toronto, Ayers left his seat and got half-dressed into his gear on the off-chance …

Kobe Bryant memorial: What to know as the NBA world honors a legend

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Kobe and Gianna Bryant will be honored Monday (1 p.m. ET) with a celebration of life service inside Staples Center.

Zamboni driver gets his own Hurricanes' shirt

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David Ayres had never played in a National Hockey League game until Saturday, but the Carolina Hurricanes are now selling shirts to honor the Zamboni driver after he performed heroics in a 6-3 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Pep Guardiola wary of Madrid test with Manchester City's season on line

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Manchester City play in Spanish capital on Wednesday Laporte available to face Madrid despite coming off at LeicesterBy the end of Manchester City's stifling win over Leicester City it was hard not to wonder whether the stakes in a game between the second and …

Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A and Ligue 1 top scorers 2019-20

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Keep up with the top scorers in European football's leading five leagues, updated throughout the season17 Jamie Vardy (Leicester)17 Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Arsenal)16 Sergio Aguero (Manchester City) Continue reading...

Chelsea's Antonio Rudiger says racism won after abuse goes unpunished

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Germany defender was booed during win over Tottenham'If you boo me because of that then you are poor people'Antonio Rudiger has said racism won when no one was punished for allegedly racially abusing him at Tottenham in December and the Chelsea defender has hi…

Opinion: Tyson Fury the latest Brit to make a mockery of American boxing after TKO of Deontay Wilder

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On Saturday night, Deontay Wilder got slaughtered by Tyson Fury, losing the fight by seventh-round TKO and losing WBC heavyweight belt.

Gulliksen takes first World Cup win aged 60, then gets thrown at prize-giving

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After more than 40 years in show jumping, Norwegian Geir Gulliksen beat riders less than half his age to score his first FEI World Cup win on Sunday, then survived an injury scare when his horse threw him during the prize ceremony.

Meet David Ayres, the Hurricanes' emergency goalie. He is a Zamboni driver who will practice with Ma…

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David Ayres, 42, became the feel-good moment of this NHL season after entering the game on an emergency basis and getting a win for Carolina.

Mark Cuban blasts NBA officials following Dallas loss in Atlanta

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The Dallas Mavericks lost to the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday night and following the game, Mark Cuban lost his mind on the officials. With 8.4 seconds to play in the game and Atlanta leading by two-points, Dorian Finney-Smith blocked Trae Young's attempted shot.…

Kobe, Vanessa Bryant

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'It feels good to be a bike racer again,' says Froome in comeback race

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Chris Froome made his much-awaited return to the peloton at the UAE Tour on Sunday after recovering from serious injuries he sustained in a high-speed crash last year, saying he was glad he had overcome the struggle to get back to racing.

Mel Tucker's move to Michigan State bothers one former Big Ten football coach

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Gary Barnett went from the Big Ten to Colorado. Years later, the former Northwestern coach is bothered by Mel Tucker's move to Michigan State.

Aubameyang future at Arsenal more certain, says Mikel Arteta

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Aubameyang scores twice in 3-2 win over Everton'Hopefully he feels part of what we are building'Mikel Arteta believes the in-form Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is leaning towards staying at Arsenal after playing a significant role in the team's uplift.Aubameyang s…

David Warner last man standing as Australia collapse in South Africa T20 defeat

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South Africa level series with 12-run win in Port ElizabethWarner stranded on 67 not out to send series to deciderAustralia's last man standing in a dramatic T20 collapse, David Warner, was left crushed after South Africa flipped the script on his return to Po…

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