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14-Year-old Becomes First African American to Win Scripps National Spelling Bee
Zaila Avant-garde twirled around in a spin, her smile radiating from the clear braces covering her teeth as confetti fell from the ceilings. The 14-year-old from Harvey, La., had reason to twirl and spin, and most importantly, she had more than enough reasons
Former Florida Gator Bradley Beal out of Tokyo Olympics after going in COVID protocols
Bradley Beal will miss the Olympics after being placed into health and safety protocols and the U.S. men's basketball team said it will replace him on its roster at a later date. The Americans also announced Thursday that forward Jerami Grant has
NBA Finals: Giannis Antetokounmpo gives Bucks a confidence boost, even when he doesn't score 40 points
MILWAUKEE — As remarkable as Giannis Antetokounmpo has been in delivering MVP-caliber performances during the NBA Finals while playing with an injured knee, there have been games in which he was good but not
New Mavs coach Jason Kidd’s plan for Luka Doncic: ‘Poetry in motion’ that will only ...
The Mavericks’ setup on the American Airlines Center court Thursday displayed a powerful front with new head coach Jason Kidd and general manager Nico Harrison on stage between owner Mark Cuban and CEO Cynt Marshall for their introductory press conference.
Bradley Beal to miss Olympics; Las Vegas exhibition may be canceled
Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal won’t play for the U.S. in the Olympics because of health and safety protocols, and Friday’s game against Australia might be canceled. ...
Budding brand BallDawgs highlights basketball in Las Vegas
BallDawgs, a basketball content company, is an emerging juggernaut based in Las Vegas with more than 180,000 followers on Instagram and a network of videographers. ...
Jason Kidd, GM Nico Harrison begin Mavericks' 'new chapter'
DALLAS (AP) — New Mavericks coach Jason Kidd and general manager Nico Harrison were introduced Thursday by their new boss, who called it “a new chapter” for a franchise that had not changed GMs under his 21-year ownership and has not won a playoff series since
No panic from Suns despite Bucks tying series
MILWAUKEE • The Phoenix Suns will not panic after squandering a two-game advantage in the NBA (National Basketball Association) Finals, but they will need improved ball-handling and rebounding to slow the momentum-fuelled Milwaukee Bucks. Khris Middleton
Bradley Beal out of Olympics for health and safety reasons
Bradley Beal will miss the Olympics after being placed into health and safety protocols and the U.S. men’s basketball team said it will replace him on its roster at a later date. The Americans also announced Thursday that forward Jerami Grant has also been
'Space Jam: A New Legacy' stars LeBron James and the Looney Tunes in a new ...
When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more. "Space Jam: A New Legacy" stars LeBron James and the Looney Tunes. Warner Bros. "Space Jam: A New Legacy" will premiere on and in theaters on July 16. NBA icon LeBron James
Gophers lose Isaiah Ihnen to season-ending knee injury
Gophers forward Isaiah Ihnen, the only men’s basketball player who didn’t transfer Richard Pitino was fired this spring suffered a season-ending knee
Leathernecks secure fourth consecutive WBCA honor
ATLANTA - By now, most have put the challenging 2020-21 school year in their rearview. Nevertheless, for Western Illinois women's basketball, the team has kept its streak alive of racking up academic recognition from the Women's Basketball Coaches Association
Jason Kidd, GM Nico Harrison begin Mavericks’ ‘new chapter’
New Mavericks coach Jason Kidd and general manager Nico Harrison were introduced Thursday by their new boss, who called it “a new chapter” for a franchise that had not changed ...
Bradley Beal will miss Tokyo Olympics after entering COVID-19 health and safety protocol, USA Basketball announces
Team USA needs a sub. Bradley Beal will miss the upcoming Olympics in Tokyo after the Wizards star was placed in the COVID-19 health and safety protocols, USA Basketball announced ...
Gonzaga sharpshooter Corey Kispert visits Sacramento Kings two weeks ahead of NBA Draft
The Kings have brought in dozens of prospects for private pre-draft workouts in recent weeks as they prepare for the NBA Draft on July 29. On Wednesday, they received a visit from one of the best shooters in this year’s draft. Corey Kispert, a 22-year-old
OU men's basketball releases 2021-2022 non-conference schedule
New OU men's coach Porter Moser will make his sideline debut for the Sooners on Nov. 1. Oklahoma men’s basketball team released its 2021-2022 non-conference schedule Wednesday, with the team’s lone exhibition match against Rogers State University opening the
Tuesday’s Rays-Orioles game features first all-female broadcast crew
ST. PETERSBURG — What otherwise might seem a mundane
Better block than LeBron's? Giannis' rim denial earns raves
By STEVE MEGARGEE Associated Press MILWAUKEE — Giannis Antetokounmpo’s emphatic denial of Deandre Ayton’s dunk attempt is the play of the NBA Finals thus far. Milwaukee Bucks guard Pat Connaughton took it a step further, saying “it’s the best block of all
Despite strong game by Breanna Stewart, Team USA loses to Team WNBA in thrilling new-look ...
Percy Allen The Seattle Times The breakaway dunks, no-look passes and playful antics were replaced by players taking charges, diving on the floor for loose balls and attempting to win at all costs during a WNBA All-Star Game unlike any other. A new format,
Bradley Beal to miss Olympics due to health and safety protocols
Wizards guard Bradley Beal will not be
OSU men's basketball: Beavers sign guard Xzavier Malone-Key
MID-VALLEY MEDIA Xzavier Malone-Key is the latest player to sign with the Oregon State men's basketball season for the 2021-22 season. The program announced the signing of Malone-Key, a 6-foot-4 guard from Philadelphia, on Thursday. He attended Fairleigh
Minnesota basketball icon Khalid El-Amin named St. Thomas Academy coach
Jul. 15—A Minnesota basketball legend
Bradley Beal out of Tokyo Olympics for health and safety reasons
Bradley Beal will miss the Olympics after being placed into health and safety protocols and the U.S. men’s basketball team said it will replace him on its roster at a later date. The Americans also announced Thursday that forward Jerami Grant has also been
Candace Parker is NBA 2K's first female cover athlete
Twenty two years after the debut of NBA 2K, the basketball sim series will feature a woman on the cover of the game for the first time. Two-time WNBA MVP and 2016 WNBA Finals MVP Candace Parker features on the front of the WNBA 25th Anniversary Special Edition
Auburn point guard Sharife Cooper headlines Indiana Pacers draft workout
Auburn's Sharife Cooper headlines hte Indiana Pacers Pre Draft workout ...
Area Basketball: Turk honored at Showcase
Carsen Turk competed in the Top 100 Showcase Basketball tournament.
Wizards guard Bradley Beal remains in health protocols, will not play for US men's basketball ...
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Wizards guard Bradley Beal remains
Hamilton 2022 basketball standout Sage Tolentino verbally commits to the University of Cincinnati
HAMILTON, Ohio — Hamilton 2022 center Sage Tolentino announced his verbal commitment to the University of Cincinnati men's basketball program on Tuesday afternoon on ESPN 1530 AM radio. Tolentino is the first high school player to
Guard Myles Powell sues Seton Hall, staff for bad diagnosis
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Basketball player Myles Powell has sued Seton Hall, coach Kevin Willard and a staff member for failing to diagnosis a knee injury during his senior season, causing him to suffer severe physical and financial damage. Powell was the Big East
Report: Clippers ‘in serious talks’ to add Brian Shaw as assistant coach
The Clippers are “in serious talks” to hire NBA G League Ignite Coach Brian Shaw as an assistant coach on Tyronn Lue’s staff, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania. A league source said the Clippers are in talks with several candidates as they work to
Suns vs. Bucks has become a best-of-3 series after most compelling game of NBA Finals
With help from Khris Middleton and Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Bucks tied the NBA Finals at 2-2 with Game 5 coming up on Saturday. ...
Iowa men's basketball photos: Jordan Bohannon, teammates speak to reporters July 2021
Newcomer Riley Mulvey and veterans Jordan Bohannon bookended the media availability, July 15, 2021, at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. ...
Clemson basketball team will play Temple in 2021 Charleston Classic
Clemson will face Temple on November 18 at 4 p.m. in the first round of the 2021 Shriners Children’s Charleston Classic at TD Arena. The game will air on ESPN2. ESPN and the Shriners Children’s Charleston Classic announced pairings, times and television
Middleton sends Bucks past Suns to tie NBA Finals at 2-2
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Khris Middleton is an All-Star with unwavering confidence in his shot, always believing that no matter how poorly he starts that he can turn things around. ...
Kidd excited about potential of Doncic, Porzingis
Newly minted Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd believes the future is bright with the duo of Luka Doncic and Kristaps Porzingis leading the way. ...
Bradley Beal will miss Tokyo Olympics after entering USA Basketball’s coronavirus protocols
Team USA forward Jerami Grant was also placed in coronavirus protocols "out of an abundance of caution," USA Basketball said in a statement. ...
MEN’S BASKETBALL: Beavers add Maverick Harris to coaching staff
BEMIDJI -- The Bemidji State men’s basketball team will have a new assistant coach on the bench this winter. Maverick Harris has joined the program, BSU head
Bradley Beal out of Tokyo Olympics, Jerami Grant in health and safety protocols
Jerami Grant is the latest U.S. men's basketball member to enter the health and safety protocols ahead of travel to Tokyo for the Olympics ...
Zaila Avant-garde combines her basketball, spelling skills on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’
Guest-host Phoebe Robinson presented the game ‘Bee Ball’ to the speller, in which she had to dribble multiple basketballs and spell at the same time Zaila Avant-garde continues to impress the world. On a recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, the
Bucks get confidence boost in win without Giannis scoring 40
MILWAUKEE (AP) — As remarkable as Giannis
Ryan Anderson opens up about his struggles with Rockets
Ryan Anderson said playing in a James Harden-centered offense was not fun for him. ...
Rider men's basketball adds four transfers to roster
Rider's Dimencio Vaughn drives to the basket during a non-conference game against Bucknell at Alumni Gymnasium in Lawrenceville. (Rich Hundley III/ File Photo/ For The Trentonian) Rider men's basketball coach Kevin Baggett announced the addition of four
Detroit Pistons' Jerami Grant placed in COVID-19 protocols by Team USA men's basketball
Jerami Grant, who
Doug Lesmerises on Browns training camp; is Cleveland the AFC North favorite? Thursday’s Sports 4 CLE
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Don’t miss today’s edition of cleveland.com’s exclusive online show, “Sports 4 CLE,” brought to you by Tri-C, live each day at 4 p.m. You also find previous shows here. On today’s show: Doug Lesmerises joins to discuss what to expect from
Hotline mailbag: Title IX and SCOTUS frame the future, Pac-12 media matters, the South race, ...
The Hotline mailbag typically publishes on Friday, with an exception this week. Send questions to pac12hotline@bayareanewsgroup.com or hit me on Twitter: @WilnerHotline. Due to volume — and in some cases, the need for research — not all questions
Alabama basketball to open ESPN Orlando event on Thanksgiving with familiar foe
The Alabama basketball team will open the ESPN Events Orlando Tournament on Thanksgiving against Iona in the Nov. 25-28 event. Alabama defeated Iona 68-55 in the
Memorial service set for River Valley's Jerry Schaffer
A memorial service for legendary River Valley basketball coach Jerry Schaffer will be held Sunday, July 18. Schaffer lost a battle with cancer on April 8, 2020 at age 81, but because of COVID
The Phoenix Suns are still the oddsmakers' pick in the NBA Finals, but the underdog ...
The Bucks are still seen as the underdog in the NBA Finals, but closer than ever. Could Giannis Antetokounmpo be Finals MVP, win or lose? ...
Greenbrier Christian’s Ethan Ott is the All-Tidewater Baseball Player of the Year
Hampton Roads teens landing lucrative summer jobs by filling labor gaps Social media threats against Virginia Beach School Board members prompts police investigation Meet the 2021 All-Tidewater baseball first and second teams A mother found a home in
Boise State to play A-10 champion St. Bonaventure in Charleston Classic opener
The Boise State men's basketball game will open the Charleston Classic against Atlantic 10 champion St. Bonaventure at 12 p.m. MT on Nov. 18, sources told the Idaho Press. ...
Better block than LeBron’s? Giannis’ rim denial earns raves
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s emphatic denial of Deandre Ayton’s dunk attempt is the play of the NBA Finals thus far. Milwaukee Bucks guard Pat Connaughton took it a step further, saying “it’s ...
Candace Parker to be first woman on cover of NBA 2K game
NEW YORK — Candace Parker grew up playing video games, and now she'll be the first female basketball player on the cover of one. The Chicago Sky star will appear on the NBA 2K22 cover for the WNBA 25th Anniversary special edition when it's released Sept. 10.
AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead
July 16 1920 — Babe Ruth breaks his season record of 29 homers with his 30th, leading the New York Yankees past the St. Louis Browns, 5-2. Ruth ends the season with 54. 1920 — The United States sweeps Australia in five matches to win the Davis Cup for the
Gators' non-conference men's basketball schedule released
Florida has a challenging set of neutral-site games and a road trip to Oklahoma as part of its 2021-22 non-conference men's basketball schedule the school released Thursday. The Gators' home schedule is highlighted by the annual rivalry with Florida State and
Sixers open to trading Ben Simmons, but will the return be worth it?
After the Philadelphia 76ers were eliminated by the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals, you knew this was going to be a long summer for the team. No one can attest to that more than Sixers' point guard Ben Simmons, who was a huge
Which Florida athletes have won the most Olympic gold?
The Tokyo Olympic Games will kick off on Friday, July 23 with opening ceremonies
Colangelo seeks Suns win, reinforcements for US Olympic team
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jerry Colangelo is headed to Game 5 in Phoenix, hoping to see his old team win its first NBA title. ...
[WATCH] Reebok and Kerby Jean-Raymond Premiere ‘CrateMaster’ Documentary About Impact of Youth Basketball in the ...
Reebok and Kerby Jean-Raymond, Vice President of Creative Direction, officially premiere CrateMaster, a narrative short film profiling grassroots inner-city basketball and the community of
Cumberland Valley’s Jillian Jekot adds a big, in-state offer
Cumberland Valley standout Jillian Jekot added another big, in-state college offer Thursday. · MORE HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL COVERAGEJayden Statum might have been the Mid-Penn’s best player last season, but the Shippensburg standout is far from content
PBA is back: After long wait, Philippine Cup unfolds at Ynares Pasig
Photo from PBA Plenty of storylines are about to unfold Friday, July 16 when the PBA finally kicks off its 46th season after a seven-month wait with the centerpiece Philippine Cup on Friday, July 16, at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig City. Alaska begins life
These are the top 11 best postseason performances in Giannis Antetokounmpo's Milwaukee Bucks career
Where do Giannis Antetokounmpo's Finals showings rank in his playoff career according to 'game score?' If not at the top, what's better? ...
Bucks Podcast: Giannis has taken center stage in the NBA Finals and it's all tied up
From his 40-point games to his legendary block, Giannis Antetokounmpo has taken center stage in the NBA Finals. Jim and JR break it down. ...
'I went to take a tinkle' and the other endearing moments in Giannis Antetokounmpo lore
Giannis just has a way of putting things. Like his most recent 'tinkle' explanation, these are other endearing moments in his Bucks career. ...
Boys basketball player, coach of the year and all-league teams in the Class 6A Pacific Conference
The short, strange 2020-21 high school sports season is over, so now it’s time to look back at those who starred. Here are the all-league boys basketball players as selected by coaches in the Class 6A Pacific Conference. — Player ...
Review: Convoluted 'Space Jam: A New Legacy' shoots an air ball
Algorithms aren't easy to understand, but they're everywhere. They're the formulas and patterns used to determine mathematical equations inside computer networks; in practical usage, they're the reason why the suggestions in your Netflix queue show up in your
How to pre-order NBA 2K22
The next installment of NBA 2K is on its way in September. NBA 2K22 will surely be a stellar basketball sim. Between online matches with up-to-date rosters, the MyPLAYER mode that lets you build your own player and get him to the top of the league, and the
The block that keeps the NBA Finals alive
Bucks live to fight another day The Milwaukee Bucks capitalised on home court advantage to level the NBA Finals 2-2 after beating the Phoenix Suns 109-103 in Game 4 on Wednesday. But the play that sealed the deal for them – by their superstar Giannis
Tokyo Olympic TV Schedule
By The Associated Press All Times EDT Schedule subject to change TUESDAY, JULY 20 NBCSN 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. Softball - Japan vs. Australia (LIVE) 11 p.m. - 1 a.m. Softball - U.S. vs. Italy (LIVE) WEDNESDAY, JULY 21 NBCSN 2 a.m. - 4 a.m. Softball - Mexico vs.
Chris Paul has caught turnover bug at bad time for the Suns
The ball was in Chris Paul's hands with 35 seconds left and his team needed a bucket to tie or take the lead in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. ...
Houston's Nneka Ogwumike won't be allowed to play for Nigeria in Olympics
Nneka Ogwumike had hoped to play on the Nigerian team with her sisters Chiney and Erica. ...
Basketball coach, and Army man become victims of online fraud
Online fraudsters cheated an assistant coach of the Indian basketball team and made away with ₹25,000 from his account on July 7.The victim, Mohit Bh ...
Former Memphis basketball center Moussa Cisse transfers to Oklahoma State
Moussa Cisse made his departure from the Memphis basketball team official Thursday when he committed to transfer to Oklahoma State. ...
Clermont’s Kaylin Whitney shifts gears to make Tokyo Olympics
When Kaylin Whitney set world 17-and-under records for both the 100- and
Boys basketball player, coach of the year and all-league teams in the Class 6A Portland ...
The short, strange 2020-21 high school sports season is over, so now it’s time to look back at those who starred. Here are the all-league boys basketball players as selected by coaches in the Class 6A Portland Interscholastic League. — ...
Nickel: When the Bucks were awful on offense, Khris Middleton takes over to save the day
Middleton's teammates were struggling to make shots, so he put the team on his back and willed them to a comeback Game 4 victory. ...
Eugene German to represent The Region alongside former NBA players in The Basketball Tournament
The Region returns, seeking its first win in its fifth attempt in The Basketball Tournament, which has a winner-take-all prize of $1 million. ...
UConn women’s basketball freshman Caroline Ducharme — the ‘silent assassin’ — is already turning heads ...
Caroline Ducharme might not know it, but she’s already earned a nickname in just her first month at UConn. “She’s like a silent assassin,” sophomore guard Paige Bueckers said. Advertisement Why? “She’s sort of deceitful,” Bueckers continued. “She doesn’t seem
Sky’s Candace Parker makes history as first WNBA star to be featured on NBA2K cover
Sarah Valenzuela, New York Daily News Candace Parker is 2K22. The WNBA great will grace the cover of the hit basketball video game, NBA2K, for the 2022 edition. Parker, who now plays for her hometown Chicago Sky, is the first female star to be featured on the
Team USA falls to Team WNBA in thrilling new-look All-Star Game
Percy Allen, The Seattle Times The breakaway dunks, no-look passes and long-range 3-pointers were replaced by players taking charges, hustling on defense and attempting to win at all costs during a WNBA All-Star Game unlike any other. A new format, which
Jayden Statum might have been the Mid-Penn’s best player last season, but the Shippensburg standout ...
Jayden Statum might have been the best basketball player in the Mid-Penn a season ago. · MORE HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL COVERAGEKeep an eye on these Mid-Penn girls basketball summer storylinesKeep an eye on these Mid-Penn boys basketball summer storylinesKeep an
UConn's Polley excited to get extra three's out of year five
STORRS — For a three-game stretch in early January, there was no better basketball player in the Big East Conference than Tyler Polley. There weren’t many better in the entire nation. ...
Candace Parker #3 of the Chicago Sky huddles with teammates Kahleah Copper #2 and Allie ...
Candace Parker #3 of the Chicago Sky huddles with teammates Kahleah Copper #2 and Allie Quigley #14 during the first half of the game against the Washington Mystics at Entertainment and Sports Arena on May 15, 2021 in Washington, D.C. ...
Players believe a woman is ready to be an NBA coach, so why don't their ...
Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES — If not for an offer of a lifetime, Lindsay Gottlieb might be the focus of this story. Instead, the former Cleveland Cavaliers assistant and newly hired USC women's basketball head coach is watching from afar as
Top Kentucky basketball recruiting links: UK's full attention turns to Jalen Duren
Jul. 15—With star center Kofi Cockburn no longer an option for Kentucky this season — and likely staying put at Illinois — the full attention of UK fans will be on Jalen Duren, who is likely to reclassify to 2021. ...