Crash Brothers: Irving, LeBron wreck Warriors in Game 5
By Tom WithersAP Sports WriterCLEVELAND — Kyrie Irving’s now-you-see-it-now-you-don’t, ankle-breaking crossover dribble happened at almost the exact spot where his first NBA Finals ended...
Sharapova appeals 2-year doping ban; court ruling by July 18
The Associated PressLAUSANNE, Switzerland — Maria Sharapova appealed her two-year doping ban to the highest court in sports on Tuesday, and an expedited ruling...
The Great One among those to pay respects to Mr. Hockey
By Larry LageAP Hockey WriterDETROIT — Gordie Howe’s casket was guided down a hallway, flanked by some of the biggest names in sports: Wayne...
Bengals get started without TE Tyler Eifert
By Joe KayAP Sports WriterCINCINNATI — C.J. Uzomah made a move toward the sideline, but the ball was there already and he couldn’t get...
Jordan Spieth on a roll in the majors going into U.S. Open
By Doug FergusonAP Golf WriterOAKMONT, Pa. — Jordan Spieth feels confident about his game, typical talk from most top players going into a major.Unlike...
Major championship victory marks Brooke Henderson’s ascent
By Stephen WhynoAP Sports WriterWhen Brooke Henderson played her first LPGA Tour event at age 14, she marveled at Lydia Ko winning the Canadian...
Local Sports Briefs
BASEBALLScouts defeat Joes, SaturdayHAMILTON — Visiting Xenia handed the Hamilton Joes their first loss of the Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League season on Saturday,...
Minnesota Lynx on verge of breaking own WNBA record
By Dave CampbellAP Sports WriterMINNEAPOLIS — With the WNBA Finals still four months away, the benefit of a strong start to the season can...
Arum sees Lomachenko as boxing’s next superstar
By Barry WilnerAP Sports WriterNEW YORK — As a promoter, Bob Arum is paid to pump up his clients. Hyperbole is a staple of...
