Basketball
Why Karim López looms as Mexico’s first NBA star
The Sonora teenager is poised to become the first Mexican-born player to be drafted in the NBA’s first round, a feat that would lift his local celebrity to unlimited heights.
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LeBron: Contract status ‘doesn’t bother me at all’
Despite being a 21-time All-Star coming off an All-NBA second team selection and playing with no long-term financial commitment from the Lakers, LeBron James said his contract situation will not affect his performance this season.
Basketball
Kawhi: Allegations of no-show deal not accurate
Kawhi Leonard said that he doesn’t “think it’s accurate” that he performed no services for Aspiration, the now-bankrupt green banking company and Clippers team sponsor with which he signed a lucrative endorsement contract.
Basketball
How the Thunder helped heal Oklahoma City 30 years after unimaginable terror
For 30 years, the Oklahoma City bombing — the most devastating act of homegrown terrorism in history — has been seared into the identity of the city. Since 2008, the Thunder have been trying to […]
Basketball
Celtics’ Tatum feels ‘no pressure’ to rush back
Speaking to reporters at Celtics’ media day, star Jayson Tatum said he doesn’t feel any pressure to return from his right Achilles tendon injury “any sooner than when I’m 100 percent healthy,” adding that he’s […]
Basketball
Giannis set on 2nd title with Bucks or elsewhere
Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo, a nine-time All-Star who is sitting out the start of training camp after testing positive for COVID-19, reiterated his desire to win the second NBA championship of his career Monday, be […]
Basketball
Durant envisions signing extension with Rockets
Kevin Durant said he envisions himself signing a contract extension with the Rockets.
Basketball
Ant uses MJ’s advice as he looks to take next step
Anthony Edwards said Michael Jordan provided some advice to the young Timberwolves star who aims to lead his squad to an NBA championship.
Hockey
Fleury bids emotional farewell in last Pens game
Marc-Andre Fleury, who signed a ceremonial professional tryout contract earlier this month, received a standing ovation in his final game with the Penguins, a 4-1 preseason win against the Blue Jackets.