Cup
Why the United States is still alive in the World Cup after losing to Lithuania
Sports News This loss was a setback, but it wasn’t a backbreaker. Anthony Edwards of the United States drives against Rokas Jokubaitis of Lithuania. Yong Teck Lim/Getty Images The United States lost, 110-104, to a Jonas Valanciunas-led Lithuania team Sunday in 2023 FIBA World Cup second-round action. After falling behind, 54-37, at halftime, Team USA […]
USA Basketball overcomes tough test and rallies to beat Montenegro 85-73 at the World Cup
Sports News The U.S. led 61-55 going into the fourth and tacked a point on to make it a seven-point edge — its biggest of the game to that point — early in the final quarter. U.S. guard Jalen Brunson (11) pause before the start of the first half of a Basketball World Cup second […]
The USA is in great position entering Round 2 of the World Cup. So are many other teams.
Sports News Joining the U.S. in Round 2 with 3-0 records out of group play are Slovenia, defending World Cup champion Spain, Canada, Germany, Serbia, the Dominican Republic and Lithuania. U.S. guard Jalen Brunson (11) reacts after a dunk over Jordan center Ahmad Dwairi (44) during the first half of a Basketball World Cup group […]
USA beats Jordan 110-62, awaits second round of World Cup
NBA “It’s always fun when everybody gets to play and contribute.” Jordan forward Rondae Hollis Jefferson (24) is fouled by U.S. forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13) as he shoots during the first half of a Basketball World Cup group C match in Manila, Philippines Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy) AP By TIM REYNOLDS, […]
Spanish soccer president refuses to resign despite kissing a player on the lips at Women’s World Cup
Sports News “I didn’t like it, but what can I do?” FILE – President of Spain’s soccer federation, Luis Rubiales, right, hugs Spain’s Aitana Bonmati on the podium following Spain’s win in the final of Women’s World Cup soccer against England at Stadium Australia in Sydney, Australia, Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023. At left is Spain’s […]
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 […]
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 […]
Basketball World Cup 2023: How to watch, who’s playing, who’s favored
Sports Here’s what you need to know about one of basketball’s biggest international tournaments. Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves drives up the court during training camp for the United States men’s basketball team Thursday, Aug. 3, 2023, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher) John Locher/AP Photo By The Associated Press, Associated Press August 23, […]
Spain wins first Women’s World Cup, beats England 1-0 in the final
Politics Spain is the fifth winner in nine editions of the Women’s World Cup and joins Germany as the only two nations to win both the men’s and women’s titles. England’s goalkeeper Mary Earps blocks a penalty shot from Spain’s Jennifer Hermoso during the Women’s World Cup soccer final between Spain and England at Stadium […]
USA tops Greece, 108-86, moves to 4-0 in World Cup tune-up games
NBA Anthony Edwards scored 21 points, Cam Johnson added 13, and the U.S. never trailed Friday. Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves drives up the court during training camp for the United States men’s basketball team. John Locher/AP Photo By TIM REYNOLDS, Associated Press August 18, 2023 | 4:14 PM ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates […]