Basketball
Harden ‘just as shocked as you guys’ by CP3 exit
Clippers stars Kawhi Leonard and James Harden said they were “shocked” when they learned that Chris Paul would no longer be their teammate.
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Basketball
Cavs fined for Garland DNP in national TV game
The NBA fined the Cavaliers $250,000 for violating the league’s player participation policy by resting Darius Garland for a nationally televised game Nov. 24.
Basketball
Sources: Giannis (calf strain) out 2 to 4 weeks
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to be sidelined for approximately two to four weeks with a right calf strain, sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania.
Basketball
Draymond exits with foot injury in Warriors loss
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green limped to the locker room late in the second quarter and didn’t return in Thursday’s 99-98 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers because of a right foot injury.
Basketball
Nuggets’ Murray lethal from 3, pours in 52 points
Jamal Murray scored a season-high 52 points, going 19-of-25 from the field and even better from 3-point range (10-of-11) as Denver toppled Indiana 135-120.
Football
Vikings’ McCarthy clears protocol, set for return
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy cleared concussion protocol Thursday, his final step in returning to the starting lineup in time for Sunday’s game against the Commanders.
Football
Eagles DT Carter out after procedure, sources say
Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter is out for Monday night’s game against the Chargers after undergoing a procedure this past Monday on both his shoulders, sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Football
Ravens believe QB Jackson will play vs. Steelers
Ravens OC Todd Monken and TE Mark Andrews believe QB Lamar Jackson, who is dealing with an ankle injury, will play Sunday against the Steelers.
Football
Slay not reporting to Bills as he mulls NFL future
Darius Slay, who was claimed by the Bills on waivers, is unsure whether he wants to continue playing and will not be reporting to Buffalo.
Football
Vikes’ Jefferson: ’25 one of most difficult seasons
Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson opened up on his frustrations Thursday, calling this season “one of the most difficult” in his NFL career.