NBA roundup: Westbrook a triple threat vs. Cavs
Russell Westbrook had his 107th career triple-double, leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 100-83 victory over the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night.
Olympics: Sheikh Ahmad’s decision ‘protects us all’ – Bach
Olympic chief Thomas Bach has praised Sheikh Ahmad Al-Fahad Al-Sabah for stepping down as the head of the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC) while he fights a court case and said he hoped the Kuwaiti would be back at the helm soon.
Prada completes America’s Cup makeover with new qualifier trophy
Prada’s designs on the America’s Cup, which began on the drawing board almost 22 years ago in an office near Milan’s Il Duomo, will take another step forward on Thursday.
NFL notebook: Fournette’s suspension upheld
Jacksonville running back Leonard Fournette will sit out the Jaguars’ Sunday game against the Indianapolis Colts after his appeal of a one-game suspension was denied Wednesday.
NBA notebook: League to provide real-time betting data
The NBA announced Wednesday it will distribute official real-time betting data to licensed sports betting operators in the U.S., making it the first major American sports league to provide such data to sportsbooks.
Buccaneers leading tackler David back on field
Atlanta Falcons: Defensive end Derrick Shelby (groin) was placed on injured reserve, becoming the seventh Atlanta player put on the list this season. He is the fourth on the defensive side — safeties Keanu Neal (knee) and Ricardo Allen (Achilles) are …
Bills’ McDermott looking for answers at punter
Buffalo Bills: Some things have gone right for the Bills this year. Some areas look as if they have turned the corner. One of those isn’t the punting game, head coach Sean McDermott said Wednesday. “Yeah, just… the quality of the punting this year ha…
Opportunity knocks for Jaguars QB Kessler
Houston Texans: Rookie receiver Keke Coutee is dealing with his third hamstring injury of the season but the team is hopeful he will be available for Sunday’s home game against the Cleveland Browns. Coutee suffered the latest injury in Monday’s game ag…
Red Bulls looking for historic comeback vs. Atlanta United
The New York Red Bulls’ 71 points and 22 victories were the most in Major League Soccer history.
Bears could turn to Daniel vs. Giants
Atlanta Falcons: Defensive end Derrick Shelby (groin) was placed on injured reserve, becoming the seventh Atlanta player put on the list this season. He is the fourth on the defensive side — safeties Keanu Neal (knee) and Ricardo Allen (Achilles) are …
