Tag: Professional basketball
AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead
June 4
1870 — Ed Brown becomes the first African-American jockey...
AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead
June 8
1935 — Omaha, ridden by Willis Saunders, becomes the...
Knicks make surprise playoff return, need work to stay there
NEW YORK — Everyone was about to head home for the summer when a “Let's go Knicks! Let's go Knicks!" chant broke out at...
Grizzlies see bright future after surprising playoff push
The Memphis Grizzlies believe they have a great foundation after returning to the playoffs much faster than anyone outside the franchise expected.
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Wizards GM skirts topic of coach’s future after playoff exit
WASHINGTON — The first topic raised with Washington Wizards general manager Tommy Sheppard the day after the team's season ended was the topic that...
In Riley’s mind, the first thing the Heat need is some rest
MIAMI — Pat Riley has identified an immediate priority for the Miami Heat: Do absolutely nothing.
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In Riley’s mind, the first thing the Heat need is some rest
MIAMI — Pat Riley has identified an immediate priority for the Miami Heat: Do absolutely nothing.
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Jonquel Jones scores 23, Sun snap Aces’ 3-game win streak
UNCASVILLE, Conn. — Jonquel Jones had 23 points and seven rebounds, Brionna Jones added 14 points and eight boards, and the Connecticut Sun beat...
Nets head to second round, beat Celtics 123-109 in Game 5
NEW YORK — James Harden had 34 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists for his first postseason triple-double with Brooklyn, leading the Nets into...
Wings snap 4-game losing streak, beat Sparks 79-69
ARLINGTON, Texas — Tyasha Harris scored a career-high 18 points, with four 3-pointers, and Kayla Thornton had 15 points and seven rebounds to help...