Pulisic starts on bench for U.S.; Turner in goal for group finale - ESPN
INGLEWOOD, Calif. — United States men's national team attacker Christian Pulisic remained on the bench for the Americans' group-stage finale against Türkiye.
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Tempo's Mabrey scores 53 to tie WNBA single-game scoring record - ESPN
TORONTO — Marina Mabrey matched the WNBA scoring record with 53 points to help the Toronto Tempo rout the Los Angeles Sparks 125-97 on Thursday night.
Parents allege excessive force in death of ex-NFL player Martin - ESPN
OAKLAND, Calif. — The parents of former All-Pro NFL running back Doug Martin say excessive force by police and delayed medical care led to his death last year, according to a wrongful death lawsuit against the city of Oakland, several police officers and an ambulance company.
Sources: Mark Williams to return to Suns on 3-year, $38M deal - ESPN
Restricted free agent Mark Williams intends to sign a three-year, $38 million, fully guaranteed contract to return to the Phoenix Suns, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania on Thursday.
Aspinall says he's back in 'full training,' in talks to fight Gane - ESPN
UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall said he has officially returned to «full training» for the first time since he suffered a double eye-poke in October.
Clippers draft pick Ngoy plans to play at Auburn next season - ESPN
Narcisse Ngoy, the 57th pick in this week's NBA draft, said Thursday he still plans to play college basketball at Auburn next season.
Mercury's Thomas suspended 1 game for shot to Clark's throat - ESPN
Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas has received a flagrant foul 2 penalty and a one-game suspension for «recklessly making contact with her fist to the throat area» of Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark, the WNBA announced Thursday.
Ecuador shock Germany, seal spot in World Cup knockout stage - ESPN
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Gonzalo Plata poked the ball past Manuel Neuer in the 77th minute, and Ecuador advanced to the knockout stage of the World Cup by rallying for a 2-1 win over Germany on Thursday.