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LeBron moves Philly up, but OKC and Spurs remain NBA favorites, according to books and markets
ASSOCIATED PRESS — The parity era in the NBA seems like it could continue. At least, that's what oddsmakers and be…
Santos ends contract with Robinho after sponsor complaints
SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazilian soccer team Santos has suspended a newly-signed contract with international star Robinho after a sponsor made reference to the player's past sexual assault case and cut its ties with the …
MLB players extend streak of no COVID positives to 47 days
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball's postseason bubble appears to be working as a defense against the novel coronavirus.
Garoppolo's ankle feeling better headed into game vs. Rams
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Jimmy Garoppolo’s sprained right ankle felt much better this week in practice, making the San Francisco 49ers confident their quarterback can bounce back from a rough performance last wee…
SEC postpones 3rd game this week, moving Missouri-Florida
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Southeastern Conference postponed next week's game between Missouri and No. 10 Florida on Friday, the third league contest moved this week because of COVID-19 outbreaks.
The Latest: Md. allowing up to 10% capacity at NFL stadiums
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:
Md. governor allowing up to 10% capacity at 2 NFL stadiums
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland will allow up to 10% capacity at the two stadiums in the state that are home to NFL teams, Gov. Larry Hogan said Friday, meaning several thousand fans could attend games.
MATCHDAY: Liverpool playing catchup in derby vs Everton
A look at what’s happening around European soccer on Saturday:
Kansas forward de Sousa opting out of upcoming season
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Kansas forward Silvio de Sousa is opting out of the upcoming college basketball season, potentially ending what has been one of the most controversial tenures of any player to have joined coac…
Miller, Whillock among 4 Northwestern players opting out
EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — Defensive end Samdup Miller, safety Travis Whillock, quarterback Aidan Smith and tight end Jason Whittaker have opted out of Northwestern's pandemic-shortened season, the school announced Frid…
New Mexico marks another daily record for virus cases
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico set a single-day record with 819 confirmed COVID-19 cases, health officials confirmed Friday.
Rays-Yankees get most viewers during Division Series
NEW YORK (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays and New York Yankees drew the five-most watched games of the Division Series, boosted by prime-time start times.
Texas natives Minter for Braves, May for Dodgers in NLCS G5
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Lefty reliever A.J. Minter will be the first pitcher on the mound for the Atlanta Braves, who are going with a bullpen day with a chance to get into their first World Series since 1999.
Maple Leafs sign 41-year-old Joe Thornton to a 1-year deal
TORONTO (AP) — The Toronto Maple Leafs signed 41-year-old forward Joe Thornton to a one-year, $700,000 contract Friday.
Elderly, health care workers likely to receive vaccine first
Residents who are elderly or medically at-risk, as well as health care workers and other essential workers, will likely receive the first doses of an anticipated COVID-19 vaccine in Connecticut, according to a draf…
Bears earning few style points to go with their victories
The Chicago Bears are off to their best start in eight years. They're just not racking up style points to go with those victories.