Zion Williamson more than just 'decent' in Pelicans return
NEW YORK — Despite praise from his teammates and coach, Zion Williamson called his regular-season return to the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday night just a «decent starter performance.»
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US detainee Brittney Griner thanks fans as she spends birthday in Russian prison
US basketball star Brittney Griner, whose appeal against a Russian prison sentence is scheduled to be heard next week, thanked fans for their support on her 32nd birthday.
Ben Simmons excited, says he has to be Brooklyn Nets' motor
NEW YORK — Brooklyn Nets swingman Ben Simmons couldn't hold back his excitement as he prepared to play in his first regular-season NBA game in almost a year and a half.
Celtics’ Marcus Smart on dustup with Joel Embiid: ‘Could have cracked his head open, but I didn’t’
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Calgary Surge unveiled as Canadian Elite Basketball League's newest franchise
The Canadian Elite Basketball League announced Wednesday that its Calgary franchise, which was recently relocated from Guelph, will be known as the Surge.
Saudi’s Yazeed Al-Rajhi seeks final flourish at Andalusia Rally
DOS HERMANOS: Saudi Arabia’s Yazeed Al-Rajhi is preparing for the final round of the FIA World Rally-Raid Championship in Andalusia from Oct. 19 to 23, with the aim to finish in second overall.
Playoff loss drives Antetokounmpo as he aims to regain title
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo is motivated by winning. In his mind, he didn’t do enough of that last season.