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Kristaps Porzingis offered more information on the injury keeping him out of the FIBA World Cup
Celtics Porzingis has been dealing with plantar fasciitis in his right foot. Kristaps Porzingis playing for the Wizards in March prior to his offseason trade to the Celtics. AP Photo/Nick Wass Newly-acquired Celtics forward Kristaps Porzingis won’t be playing in the upcoming FIBA World Cup, but he will be there to support his Latvian teammates […]
Jerry Jones chastises Brandin Cooks for flying Cowboys teammates as a part-time pilot
Patriots Cooks, who is now with the Cowboys, played with the Patriots in 2017. Brandin Cooks AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson Kevin Hart tried to race a former Patriots running back. It left the comedian in a wheelchair. Why Matt Light isn’t panicking over the Patriots’ offensive-line concerns yet Patriots cornerback Jonathan Jones isn’t the only NFL […]
A Celtics fan’s guide to the 2023 FIBA World Cup
Celtics Several former Boston Celtics will participate in this international tournament. Kelly Olynyk (middle) and Luigi Datome (far right) will play in this year’s FIBA World Cup. Jim Davis/Globe Staff Photo No current Boston Celtic will be representing their country in the 2023 FIBA World Cup, which starts on Friday. But that doesn’t mean Celtics […]
Adam Duvall talked about the ‘chess match’ prior to his 10th inning home run
Morning Sports Update Duvall fouled a slider off his foot. On the next pitch, he hit the decisive home run. Adam Duvall rounds the bases after hitting a three-run home run for the Red Sox in a win over the Astros. AP Photo/Kevin M. Cox The Red Sox rallied to defeat the Astros 7-5 on […]
Shohei Ohtani won’t pitch for rest of season because of a torn elbow ligament, Angels GM says
MLB The two-way superstar left the mound abruptly in the second inning of his start against Cincinnati after throwing 26 pitches in the opener of a doubleheader. Los Angeles Angels’ Shohei Ohtani sits in the dugout during the first inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023, in Anaheim, Calif. […]
Tua Tagovailoa responds to comments that ESPN’s Ryan Clark made about his offseason work ethic
NFL “It’s a little weird when other people are talking about other people when they’re not that person.” Miami’s Tua Tagovailoa could have a big season, and does not take kindly to people assuming how he’s been preparing for it. Eric Christian Smith/AP Photo MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa responded pointedly […]
Yankees general manager Brian Cashman calls this season ‘a disaster’
MLB “I think we’re all going to be evaluated, including myself.” New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman gestures while speaking during a news conference before a baseball game against the Washington Nationals Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023, in New York. AP Photo/Frank Franklin II By RONALD BLUM, Associated Press August 24, 2023 | 8:18 AM […]
Why Matt Light isn’t panicking over the Patriots’ offensive-line concerns yet
Patriots “It’s going to make everybody on that offensive line and the entire offense feel a heck of a lot better.” Matt Light isn’t ready to fret over the state of the Patriots’ offensive line. Matthew J. Lee / Globe Staff The state of New England’s offense line stands as the most pressing concern on […]
Here’s how many wins ESPN predicts the 2023-24 Celtics will have
Celtics ESPN has the Celtics finishing first in the Eastern Conference for the first time since 2016-17. Jayson Tatum is expected to lead a Celtics team that should be viewed as a title contender in 2023-24. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa) With Brad Stevens adding another All-Star talent next to Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown this offseason, […]
Why Patriots reportedly cut DT Marquan McCall just a day after claiming him off waivers
Patriots McCall was expected to serve as valuable depth behind Davon Godchaux on New England’s depth chart. A reported knee issue is the reason behind Marquan McCall’s short tenure in New England. Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images The Patriots added some heft to their defensive line on Tuesday when they claimed 379-pound nose tackle Marquan McCall off […]