NBA notebook: Knee soreness sidelines Embiid
Joel Embiid’s return from the All-Star break is expected to be delayed as the Philadelphia 76ers forward/center is experiencing left knee soreness, the team announced Wednesday.
Athletics: Free spirit Lyles hip-hopping along medal trail
The rain buffets the training camp tent as Noah Lyles offers up a hip-hop song that has been on his mind.
Shy Osaka must learn to deal with limelight, says Kvitova
Two-times Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova says Naomi Osaka’s shyness is a problem for her as she struggles to deal with the increased scrutiny in the wake of her success at the Grand Slams and her rise to the top of the world rankings.
NFL notebook: Steelers clear way for RB Bell to be free agent
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le’Veon Bell will be an unrestricted free agent as the team will not use a transition or franchise tag on the three-time Pro Bowler who sat out the entire 2018 season in a contract standoff, general manager Kevin Colber…
NHL notebook: Bruins reportedly acquire Coyle from Wild
The Minnesota Wild have traded forward Charlie Coyle to the Boston Bruins, according to multiple reports Wednesday.
MLB notebook: Giants, Phillies reportedly in lead for Harper
Free agent outfielder Bryce Harper, still hunting for a long-term deal, has reportedly turned down multiple offers worth at least $300 million in recent weeks, according to a report Wednesday by Jon Heyman of MLB Network.
Isner powers past Lacko to reach Delray quarters
Second seed John Isner used his powerful serve to overpower Lukas Lacko 6-4 6-3 and reach the quarter-finals of the Delray Beach Open in Florida on Wednesday.
Irving says call to LeBron was about ‘apologizing’
Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving expanded Wednesday on the telephone call he made to LeBron James earlier this season, recounting that he told his former Cleveland Cavaliers teammate, “I didn’t have to deal with that the same way I dealt with that.”
Speculation swirls on S Collins’ future with Giants
Landon Collins, a three-time Pro Bowl safety, might soon be moving on from the New York Giants, according to a report Wednesday from ESPN.
Golf: Stricker should let players sort out hard feelings: Azinger
United States Ryder Cup captain Steve Stricker should take a hands-off approach to any lingering issues between Patrick Reed and potential 2020 team mates, former winning captain Paul Azinger said on Wednesday.
