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Doc Rivers on his future: 'Do I miss coaching? Let the season go on, and I’ll find that out'

Oct. 24, 2023 15:12 PM EDT

When he was hired by the Orlando Magic in 1999, Doc Rivers told a colleague at Turner Sports that he had to take care of his coaching itch and that he would be back in five years. It took him a little longer than he predicted to return to broadcasting, but four teams and 25 years...

Prosecutors won't charge ex-UFC champ Conor McGregor with sexual assault after NBA Finals incident

Oct. 18, 2023 16:53 PM EDT

MIAMI (AP) — Former UFC champion Conor McGregor will not face sexual assault charges following an investigation of allegations that surfaced during the NBA Finals last June in Miami, his lawyer, police and prosecutors said Wednesday. The probe examined claims by a woman that...

Deandre Ayton is embracing a fresh start with the Trail Blazers

Oct. 06, 2023 13:35 PM EDT

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Center Deandre Ayton made a promise to Portland Trail Blazers fans as the team embarks on a season of uncertainty. “I bring dominance,” he said. “My name is DominAyton.” Ayton came to the Trail Blazers in the three-team trade that sent...

Editorial Roundup: Wisconsin

Sep. 27, 2023 14:46 PM EDT

Wisconsin State Journal. September 24, 2023. Editorial: Let’s go, Brewers — all the way to 2050 Let’s be honest: Wisconsin is lucky to have three professional sports teams in the Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Brewers and Milwaukee Bucks. ...

The Sacramento Kings sign 15-year veteran and three-time NBA champion JaVale McGee

Sep. 02, 2023 22:26 PM EDT

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The Sacramento Kings signed 15-year veteran JaVale McGee on Saturday. The 7-foot center most recently played for the Dallas Mavericks, averaging 4.4 points and 2.5 rebounds in 42 games last season. He started seven times and shot 64% and played 8.5 minutes...