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Rage bats come alive in weekend tourney semifinal run
MOSES LAKE — The Washington Rage 16U (5-5-1) took a step forward over the weekend after making a run to the semifi…
Spurs select Florida State guard Devin Vassell in NBA draft
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — San Antonio took Florida State guard Devin Vassell with the No. 11 pick Wednesday night in the NBA draft.
Kings take Haliburton in NBA draft, add depth to backcourt
The Sacramento Kings selected Tyrese Haliburton with the 12th overall pick in the NBA draft Wednesday night, adding depth to a backcourt that is almost certain to undergo significant changes.
Pelicans take Alabama's Lewis with 13th pick in NBA draft
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Stan Van Gundy said he didn't have anything to do with the selection of New Orleans' pick in the first round of Wednesday night's NBA draft, but the Pelicans new coach can see Alabama guard Kira …
AP Sources: Ariza to Pistons, Horford to OKC, Rubio to Minn.
The Houston Rockets agreed to trade Trevor Ariza and the 16th pick in Wednesday night's NBA draft to the Detroit Pistons for a future first-round pick, according to a person with knowledge of the deal.
Celtics pick Vanderbilt guard Nesmith 14th in NBA draft
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Celtics loaded up on backcourt depth in the NBA draft on Wednesday night, picking Vanderbilt shooting guard Aaron Nesmith and Oregon point guard Payton Pritchard in the first round.
Magic take North Carolina's Cole Anthony with 15th pick
Cole Anthony spent his lone year in college battling injuries and still put up big numbers. The Orlando Magic can’t wait to see what he’s capable of when fully healthy.
Israeli teenager Deni Avdija drafted by Washington Wizards
WASHINGTON (AP) — Israeli teenager Deni Avdija was taken by the Washington Wizards with the No. 9 overall pick in the NBA draft Wednesday night, giving them a versatile, playmaking forward with a still-developing g…
Suns bolster frontcourt, add Jalen Smith with No. 10 pick
PHOENIX (AP) — The Phoenix Suns selected forward Jalen Smith with the No. 10 overall pick in the NBA draft Wednesday night, opting for a defensive-minded frontcourt player to help them build around their newly form…
Hawks land USC C Okongwu with sixth pick n the NBA draft
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Hawks need to bulk up at the defensive end. They're counting on Onyeka Okongwu to become one of their stoppers.
CFP exec. director: Dates of games, selections unchanged
The dates of the College Football Playoff games and selection of the semifinal participants will remain unchanged after the CFP management committee discussed possibly pushing back the event.
Knicks take NCAA player of the year Toppin with No. 8 pick
NEW YORK (AP) — Obi Toppin was lightly regarded when he was a high school player in New York.
Pistons draft point guard Killian Hayes with 7th pick
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Pistons selected point guard Killian Hayes with the No. 7 pick in the NBA draft on Wednesday night.
Cavaliers take Auburn small forward Okoro with fifth pick
The Cavaliers haven’t gotten consistent production at small forward since LeBron James left in free agency for the Lakers two years ago.
Hornets select LaMelo Ball with No. 3 pick in NBA draft
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — LaMelo Ball is thrilled to have a chance to play for the Charlotte Hornets. But the 6-foot-7 point guard is more excited to play for the one of the greatest basketball players of all time in …
T-wolves take guard Anthony Edwards with top pick in draft
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Timberwolves made Georgia shooting guard Anthony Edwards their latest addition in an ongoing attempt to return to NBA relevancy, adding a potentially dynamic scorer to their lineup …