Riley: Heat studied Iguodala, believes he’s still ‘elite’
MIAMI — In deciding whether to pursue a trade for Andre Iguodala, the Miami Heat went all-in on research. They talked to people who knew Iguodala. The...
Winfrey says King not doing well after social media backlash
NEW YORK — Oprah Winfrey says her friend Gayle King is facing death threats following a social media backlash caused by an interview with WNBA star Li...
Snakebit! Bullmastiff heals, heads to Westminster Dog Show
NEW YORK — Whatever got a piece of gentle Titus in the North Carolina brush, it was trouble.
Johnson drops “Chasing 8” motto before final NASCAR season
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Jimmie Johnson has been chasing NASCAR history for so long that his relentless pursuit of rewriting the record books has become ...
Once is enough: Els says he’s done as Presidents Cup captain
PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. — Ernie Els brought big changes to the International team in the Presidents Cup, and then he added one more he wants to see. He d...
Antetokounmpo shines as Bucks defeat 76ers 112-101
MILWAUKEE — Giannis Antetokounmpo had 36 points and 20 rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks used a strong defensive effort to beat the Philadelphia 76ers ...
Heat, Grizzlies complete trade sending Iguodala to Miami
MIAMI — Each of the last nine NBA Finals have included either the Miami Heat or Andre Iguodala.
Nick Taylor takes lead on glorious day at Pebble Beach
PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. — Nick Taylor opened with an eagle, closed with two birdies and made a gorgeous day feel even better with an 8-under 63 at Monter...
Wolves send Wiggins to Warriors for Russell in scorer swap
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Timberwolves have taken on yet another new look, with D'Angelo Russell on his way to join pal Karl-Anthony Towns and Andre...
AP Source: Bryant memorial set for Feb. 24 at Staples Center
LOS ANGELES — A public memorial service for Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven others killed in a helicopter crash is planned for Feb. 24 at Staples ...
Hectic end to the NBA’s trade window, but some teams sat out
MIAMI — Most of the top NBA playoff contenders stayed out of the down-to-the-wire frenzy at the trade deadline.
MLS salaries, charter flights rise in new labor deal
NEW YORK — The minimum salary for senior players in Major League Soccer will rise from $70,250 last year to $109,200 in 2024 as part of a five-year co...
Tokyo tries to quell fear of Olympic-Paralympic cancellation
TOKYO — Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic organizers again tried on Thursday to allay fears that the 2020 Games could be postponed or canceled by the fast-...
Powell scores 34, No. 12 Seton Hall beats Georgetown 78-71
WASHINGTON — Myles Powell scored 34 points, Romaro Gill tied a career-high with eight blocks and No. 12 Seton Hall raced out to a big lead and beat Ge...
Baldwin gives No. 19 Butler 79-76 win over No. 10 Villanova
INDIANAPOLIS — Kamar Baldwin made a buzzer-beating 3-pointer and scored 17 points, giving No. 19 Butler a 79-76 victory over No. 10 Villanova on Wedne...
Mickelson looking for momentum after year getting ‘crushed’
PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. — Optimism is never in short supply for Phil Mickelson, and it was especially high when he left the Monterey Peninsula last year ...
Andy Reid tells parade-goers Chiefs will win again next year
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Hundreds of thousands of Kansas City Chiefs fans braved sub-freezing wind chills on Wednesday to celebrate the team's first Super B...
Top heavy: Handful of elite programs hoard most top recruits
McKinnley Jackson, a huge and talented defensive tackle from Mississippi, was one of the few five-star recruits whose college choice was a mystery com...
Flyin’ high: No. 6 Dayton having best season in half-century
DAYTON, Ohio — NCAA Tournament fans will be talking about Dayton a lot this year, and not only because of the First Four.
Mickelson says he won’t accept US Open exemption
PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. — Phil Mickelson is still not exempt for the U.S. Open and says he won't accept a special invitation.
CEO Rob DeMartini takes USA Cycling in bold, new directions
When Rob DeMartini took over at USA Cycling about a year ago, the longtime businessman immediately noticed parallels between the sport's governing bod...
Giannis has 34 points, 17 rebounds as Bucks top Pelicans
NEW ORLEANS — Giannis Antetokounmpo had the strength and savvy to outshine rookie sensation Zion Williamson in the latest double-digit triumph for the...
NHL’s 1st black player says league working to fight racism
OTTAWA, Ontario — Willie O'Ree is hopeful that one day sports will be free of racism and bigotry, yet thinks it's still a long way off.
Nuggets clamp down on Damian Lillard, rout Blazers 127-99
DENVER — The combination of Gary Harris and Torrey Craig was too much for Damian Lillard and the Trail Blazers to overcome.
LeBron gets 36 in 3-point barrage, Lakers rout Spurs 129-102
LOS ANGELES — LeBron James scored 19 of his 36 points in the fourth quarter while hitting five 3-pointers in an incredible three-minute span, propelli...
No. 22 Penn State beats No. 16 Michigan State 75-70
EAST LANSING, Mich. — Patrick Chambers is on a quest to keep Penn State's basketball program hungry and humble as it surges in a successful season.
NBA changing 3-point contest format at All-Star Saturday
The NBA is changing the format to this season’s 3-point contest at All-Star Saturday Night in Chicago by adding a pair of deep shots that will be wort...
Knicks fire Steve Mills, begin search for new president
NEW YORK — The New York Knicks fired President Steve Mills on Tuesday, shaking up the front office just two days before the NBA's trade deadline.
NFL 101: What’s ahead as next century of pro football begins
MIAMI — The NFL's centennial season concluded with a championship a half-century in the making.
WADA asks sports court to open Russia case to public hearing
GENEVA — The World Anti-Doping Agency wants a rare public hearing for sport’s highest court to judge a four-year slate of punishments faced by Russia ...