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Former Gamecocks playing in Israel trying to come home
Former South Carolina players Tiffany Mitchell, Mikiah Herbert Harrigan and Destiny Littleton are "in a war zone in Israel," according to Gamecocks coach Dawn Staley, who added that an effort is underway to get the players back to the United States.,In a social media post on X on Saturday, Staley wr...
76ers C Joel Embiid (oblique) out at least 3 games
Philadelphia star center Joel Embiid underwent an MRI on Saturday that revealed a strained right oblique and he will miss at least three games before being re-evaluated, the 76ers announced.,Embiid, 31, was injured during Philadelphia's 124-117 home win over the Miami Heat on Thursday, when he still...
Crew earn draw vs. Sporting KC on late goal
Diego Rossi scored in the 82nd minute Saturday night, allowing the visiting Columbus Crew to salvage a 2-2 draw with Sporting Kansas City.,Rossi took advantage of a failed clearance by defender Wyatt Meyer, who tried to head a crossing pass out of danger but instead deflected the ball right to Rossi...
Rangers 3B Josh Jung (adductor) out at least 10 days
Texas Rangers third baseman Josh Jung will be sidelined at least 10 days and possibly longer after being diagnosed with an adductor strain.,The ailment was detected via an MRI exam. Jung was scratched from the lineup prior to a game on Thursday.,Rangers manager Skip Schumaker is hoping the injury do...
San Diego maintaining 2025 momentum entering St. Louis City clash
For San Diego FC, no Hirving Lozano is no problem at all.,The club, which set MLS expansion-club records for wins (19) and points (63) last year, had the most explosive 2026 season debut across the league, trampling Montreal 5-0 to carry some serious momentum into Sunday's game against visiting St. ...
Michigan G L.J. Cason (ACL) to miss rest of season
Michigan sophomore guard L.J. Cason tore the ACL in his right knee during Friday's victory over Illinois and will miss the rest of the season.,The school announced the severity of the injury on Saturday. Cason was averaging 8.4 points and 2.4 assists and shooting 50.3% from the field in 28 games off...
Thunder set to take on injury-depleted Mavericks
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has only played one game with Jared McCain but the recently acquired guard has made a big impression for the Oklahoma City Thunder, both during Gilgeous-Alexander's absence with an abdominal strain and during Friday's overtime win over Denver.,Gilgeous-Alexander, McCain, and ...
Jalen Duren's surge for East-leading Pistons tests Magic
One word springs to mind for Detroit forward Ausar Thompson when asked to describe teammate Jalen Duren's recent surge.,"Domination," Thompson said.,It's an ominous thought for the Orlando Magic, who host in-form Duren and the Eastern Conference-leading Pistons on Sunday.,Duren matched his season an...
Long-range shooting on tap as Celtics host 76ers
Two teams coming off noteworthy 3-point shooting performances will meet Sunday when the Philadelphia 76ers visit the Boston Celtics., ,Boston made 22 of 34 3-point attempts (64.7%) during Friday night's 148-111 victory over the Brooklyn Nets. The Celtics shot 66.7% from the field overall (52 of 78) ...
While Grizzlies evaluate GG Jackson, Pacers appreciate Obi Toppin's return
GG Jackson turned 21 years old in December, but the Memphis Grizzlies' 6-foot-9 forward is practically an NBA veteran.,When the Grizzlies visit the Indiana Pacers on Sunday in Indianapolis, Jackson will be nearing the end of his third season in the league and playing some of the most consistent bask...
Layne Riggs holds on to claim first NASCAR Trucks street race
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- In a thrilling run to the checkered flag, Layne Riggs bobbed, weaved and saved just enough fuel to keep a pair of hard-charging fellow Ford drivers in Ty Majeski and Ben Rhodes behind him to win the OnlyBulls Green Flag 150 on Saturday afternoon.,Riggs' No. 34 Front Row Motor...
Youth is served again as Red Bulls slip past Revolution
Teenage breakout star Julian Hall scored his third goal in two matches, and that was enough for the New York Red Bulls to blank the New England Revolution 1-0 on Saturday in Harrison, N.J., ,Hall, 17, is responsible for all three of New York's goals this season after opening with a brace in last wee...
Wolves, Nuggets each bring an edge into finale of season series
The Minnesota Timberwolves wrap up a three-game road trip at the Denver Nuggets on Sunday afternoon with a chance to improve their seeding in the Western Conference playoff picture.,Minnesota has won the first two games of its trip and now faces a tough task against its Northwest Division rival. ,De...
Rangers come back to beat Penguins in shootout
Vincent Trocheck scored in the first round of the shootout Saturday afternoon as the New York Rangers snapped a five-game losing streak by rallying for a 3-2 victory over the visiting Pittsburgh Penguins.,The Rangers chipped away at a 2-0 deficit after allowing goals to Anthony Mantha and Ryan Shea ...
Reports: Royals, OF Starling Marte agree to contract
Outfielder Starling Marte agreed to a contract with the Kansas City Royals, multiple media outlets reported on Saturday.,Terms were not disclosed on the reported deal, which is pending a physical.,Marte, 37, batted .270 with nine homers and 34 RBIs in 98 games last season with the New York Mets. He ...
After winless February, Bulls hope better March starts with Bucks
After losing each of their 11 February games and matching the third-longest skid in club history, the Chicago Bulls await the fresh start of a new month.,To make their March merrier, the Bulls will aim to improve their poise and execution late in games, beginning with Sunday's visit from the Milwauk...
Shane Lowry soars into share of lead at Cognizant Classic
Ireland's Shane Lowry shot 8-under-par 63 to surge into a share of the lead with Austin Smotherman through three rounds of the Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches on Saturday at Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.,Smotherman, who was the second-round leader, had an eagle putt from inside 16 feet on the final...
Warriors F Gui Santos signs multi-year extension
Golden State Warriors forward Gui Santos signed a multi-year contract extension on Saturday.,Specific terms were not disclosed by the Warriors. However, ESPN reported it was a three-year, $15 million contract extension with a player option in 2028-29. Santos was in line to become a restricted free a...
Tyler Reddick starts bid for 3rd straight NASCAR Cup win with pole run
AUSTIN, Texas -- One of the few things that wasn't startling about Saturday's NASCAR Cup Series qualifying session at Circuit of the Americas was Tyler Reddick's run for the pole position.,Negotiating the 2.4-mile road course in 97.760 seconds (88.380 mph) in the second qualifying group, Reddick cla...
Report: Giants planning to release LB Bobby Okereke
The New York Giants are planning to cut inside linebacker Bobby Okereke in a cost-saving move, The Athletic reported Saturday.,Releasing the seven-year NFL veteran, who turns 30 in July, will save the Giants $9 million against the 2026 salary cap.,Okereke has led New York in tackles in two of his th...