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PBA: Scottie Thompson returns, boosts Ginebra’s Top 4 bid
Ginebra guard Scottie Thompson. –PBA IMAGES MANILA, Philippines— Barangay Ginebra cranked things up in the second half and then kept its foot on the pedal the rest of the way on Friday night to stifle Meralco, 110-96, in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup. Maverick Ahanmisi scored 25 points, while Scottie Thompson tossed in 21 more in…
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Kristie Mewis: West Ham Women sign USA international on permanent deal | Transfer Centre News
West Ham Women have signed USA international Kristie Mewis, subject to international clearance. The 32-year-old midfielder joins the club from NJ/NY Gotham FC, who were crowned National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) champions at the end of last season. Mewis – whose sister, Sam, spent the 2020/21 season at Manchester City – has also earned 53…
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‘Redeem Team,’ Vince Carter among Basketball Hall nominees
FILE–Vince Carter #15 of the Atlanta Hawks looks on prior to the start of the game against the Orlando Magic at State Farm Arena on October 26, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia. Carmen Mandato/Getty Images/AFP The US 2008 Olympic gold medal squad featuring Kobe Bryant and LeBron James plus high-leaping Vince Carter were among first-time nominees…
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Tom Lockyer: Luton boss Rob Edwards says Hatters are ready for first match since captain’s cardiac arrest | Football News
Luton boss Rob Edwards vowed his side are ready “to do it for Locks” as they prepare to play their first match since captain Tom Lockyer’s on-pitch cardiac arrest at Bournemouth on Saturday. The 29-year-old Welshman has since been discharged from hospital following a successful procedure to fit an implantable cardioverter defibrillator, and has begun…
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NBA: Ja Morant’s return should help Memphis Grizzlies fill seats
Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies reacts during the second half against the Indiana Pacers at FedExForum on December 21, 2023 in Memphis, Tennessee. Justin Ford/Getty Images/AFP MEMPHIS, Tennessee—Two-time All-Star Ja Morant had a chance Thursday night to try to top a “perfect ending.” The Memphis Grizzlies’ dazzling point guard played his first game…
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Jed Wallace interview: West Brom midfielder on the role of captaincy and giving back at Christmas | Football News
Jed Wallace was a man on a mission. Visiting Sandwell General Hospital to hand out presents at the Children’s Ward before Christmas, the West Brom captain was also trying to convert a few of the youngsters into Baggies supporters at the same time. “One of them was a PSG fan!” Wallace tells Sky Sports, as…
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Yoshinobu Yamamoto signs $325 million deal with Dodgers
FILE – Japan’s Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivers a pitch during the fifth inning of a World Baseball Classic game against Mexico on March 20, 2023, in Miami. Yamamoto, the most prized pitcher on the free-agent market, has agreed to a $325 million, 12-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, according to multiple reports. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee,…
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Scottish Premiership: Rangers go to Motherwell, Celtic host Livingston, Hearts take on St Mirren & more | Football News
The Scottish Premiership title race is back on and there could be a change at the top of the table this weekend, while teams at the other end are desperate for points in the race for survival. The Sky Sports cameras will be at Fir Park on Christmas Eve for Motherwell’s clash with Rangers, and…
Read MorePistons drop 25th straight, move within loss of tying NBA record
Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) drives as Utah Jazz forward Simone Fontecchio (16) defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio) DETROIT — Kelly Olynyk scored 25 points and the shorthanded Utah Jazz beat Detroit 119-111 on Thursday night for the Pistons’ 25th…
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Today on Sky Sports Racing: Ascot stages classy chases with Uttoxeter, Southwell and Wolverhampton also live on Friday | Racing News
Ascot takes centre stage on Sky Sports Racing but a busy Friday also includes jumps action from Uttoxeter and all-weather Flat meetings at Southwell and Wolverhampton. 3.05 Ascot – Quality quartet clash in fascinating contest A small but select field head to post for the Grade Two Howden Noel Novices’ Chase (3.05) over 2m 3f…
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