Trail Blazers owner Jody Allen needs to sell team
It’s the NBA’s biggest battle — only off the court. Nike founder Phil Knight has made a $2 billion bid to buy the Portland Trail Blazers from owner Jody Allen, … Read More
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Inside the wild wins and losses of Drake’s sports-betting history
Drake is a high-flying chart-topper among casino bosses. So much so that the rapper, 35, has the highest designation given out to high rollers. “Drake is a celebrity whale,” professional … Read More
Herschel Walker can still beat Raphael Warnock for Georgia Senate
Herschel Walker sits in the dining room of his Atlanta home, his blue shirt decorated with an American flag folded into a triangle. Emblazoned underneath are the words “Folds of … Read More
Philadelphia Flyers goalie prospect Ivan Fedotov detained in Russia for alleged military evasion
A Philadelphia Flyers goalie prospect was detained in Russia for allegedly evading military service, according to reports Ivan Fedotov, 25, was taken into custody Friday in St. Petersburg months after … Read More
4 killed when stands collapse during Colombian bullfight
Part of the wooden stands collapsed during a bullfight in central Colombia Sunday, sending spectators plunging to the ground and killing at least four people and injuring hundreds, authorities said. … Read More
Anita Alvarez back with Team USA after dramatic pool faint
Team USA artistic swimmer Anita Alvarez was back poolside with her teammates Friday, after fainting in the water and sinking toward the bottom this week. Alvarez, 25 — a two-time … Read More
Naomi Osaka new media company with LeBron James mocked over ‘vulgar’ name
She didn’t ace this one. Four-time Grand Slam tennis champ Naomi Osaka is being hit with backlash over the unintentionally — or cluelessly, depending on whom you ask — offensive … Read More
Boeheim and McGowen brothers chase pro dreams
When the NBA Draft kicks off at Barclays Center on Thursday night, it could be a sibling showdown. Among this year’s class of aspiring pros are two sets of brothers: … Read More
NBA Finals viewership jumps up 24 percent over 2021
Nearly 14 million people watched the Golden State Warriors win its fourth NBA championship since 2015 by beating the Boston Celtics in the sixth game of their series. The series … Read More
Bill Maher defends Jack Del Rio’s right to voice opinion on January 6 attack
Pundit Bill Maher is playing defense for embattled NFL coach Jack Del Rio. Speaking on his HBO show “Real Time,” Maher said the Washington Commanders assistant coach should have the … Read More
