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The two-time FIFA Player of the Year Carli Lloyd watches the training of young migrants at Olympiacos Training Center in Athens, Monday, April 22, 2024. Elite American athletes and coaches, including the former US soccer players Carli Lloyd and Cobi Jones, take part in the 2024 spring roster of U.S. Soccer Sports Envoys organized by the U.S. Department of State. (AP Photo/Thanassis Stavrakis)

Carli Lloyd turns diplomat and takes a US message to kids in Greece

One of America’s greatest soccer players is spending the week in Greece working with kids and reminding everyone that the most important moments in sports don’t always end with a group of … more

By EDDIE PELLS | 4/24/24

Team Penske driver Josef Newgarden races during a qualifying session for the IndyCar Grand Prix of Long Beach auto race Saturday, April 20, 2024, in Long Beach, Calif. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

Josef Newgarden’s win in IndyCar’s season-opening race has been disqualified. O'Ward named winner

Josef Newgarden’s win in IndyCar’s season-opening race at St. Petersburg has been disqualified because Team Penske manipulated its push-to-pass system during the race, making Pato O’Ward the … more

By JENNA FRYER | 4/24/24

FILE - Heisman Trophy winner Reggie Bush of the University of Southern California smiles while posing for photos after a news conference in New York, Dec. 10, 2005. Reggie Bush has been reinstated as the 2005 Heisman Trophy winner, Wednesday, April 24, 2024, more than a decade after Southern California returned the award following an NCAA investigation that found he received what were impermissible benefits during his time with the Trojans.(AP Photo/Frank Franklin II, File)

Reggie Bush reinstated as 2005 Heisman Trophy winner. Changes in NCAA rules led to the decision

Reggie Bush has been reinstated as the 2005 Heisman Trophy winner more than a decade after Southern California returned the award following an NCAA investigation that found he received what were … more

4/24/24

FILE - Southern California quarterback Caleb Williams throws a pass during the second half of the team's NCAA college football game against UCLA, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Los Angeles. Williams is expected to be taken in the first round of the NFL Draft. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun, File)

1st round picks could be on the trading block on day 1 of the NFL draft

The No. 1 pick in the NFL draft has already traded hands with Carolina sending it more than a year ago to Chicago in a trade to move up to take Bryce Young first overall in 2023. Based on recent … more

By JOSH DUBOW | 4/24/24

Indiana Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton reacts to his three pointer during the second half of Game 2 of the first round NBA playoff basketball series against the Milwaukee Bucks Tuesday, April 23, 2024, in Milwaukee.The Pacers won 125-108 to tie the series 1-1. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

Pacers' Haliburton says fan directed racial slur at his younger brother during playoff game

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton said a fan directed a racial slur at his younger brother during Game 1 of an Eastern Conference first-round playoff series with the Milwaukee Bucks. Haliburton … more

By STEVE MEGARGEE | 4/24/24

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic, center, shoots as Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George, right, and guard James Harden defend during the first half in Game 2 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series Tuesday, April 23, 2024, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving lead Mavs over Clippers 96-93 to tie series as Kawhi Leonard returns

Luka Doncic scored 32 points and the Dallas Mavericks overcame the return of Clippers superstar Kawhi Leonard to beat Los Angeles 96-93 and tie their Western Conference first-round playoff series at … more

By BETH HARRIS | 4/24/24

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley, front, shoots as Phoenix Suns guard Grayson Allen defends during the second half of Game 2 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series Tuesday, April 23, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Suns guard Grayson Allen aggravates ankle injury vs. Timberwolves. Phoenix falls into 0-2 hole

Phoenix Suns guard Grayson Allen appeared to aggravate the sprained right ankle he suffered in the playoff opener. Allen hobbled off in the third quarter of Game 2 against the Minnesota Timberwolves … more

By DAVE CAMPBELL | 4/24/24

Milwaukee Bucks' Damian Lillard gets past Indiana Pacers' Pascal Siakam during the first half of Game 2 of the NBA playoff basketball game Tuesday, April 23, 2024, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

Pascal Siakam leads resurgent Pacers offense in 125-108 victory that evens series with Bucks

Pascal Siakam scored 37 points and the Indiana Pacers overcame another fantastic first-half performance from Damian Lillard to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 125-108 and tie their Eastern Conference … more

By STEVE MEGARGEE | 4/23/24

New York Rangers' Vincent Trocheck (16) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal during the first period in Game 2 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup first-round playoff series against the Washington Capitals, Tuesday, April 23, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Vincent Trocheck and Mika Zibanejad lead Rangers to 4-3 win over Capitals for 2-0 series lead

Vincent Trocheck and Mika Zibanejad each had a goal and an assist and the Presidents’ Trophy-winning New York Rangers held on to beat the Washington Capitals 4-3 for a 2-0 lead in their first-round … more

By VIN A. CHERWOO | 4/23/24

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) drives against Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels during the first half of Game 2 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series Tuesday, April 23, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Timberwolves take 2-0 lead on Suns behind 25 points and ace defense from Jaden McDaniels

Jaden McDaniels scored 25 points for a career best in the playoffs and spearheaded another stifling defensive performance by the Minnesota Timberwolves in a 105-93 victory over the Phoenix Suns to … more

By DAVE CAMPBELL | 4/23/24

Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky (72) blocks a shot by Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Matt Dumba (24) during the second period of Game 2 of the first-round of an NHL Stanley Cup Playoff series, Tuesday, April 23, 2024, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

Bobrovsky makes incredible save during Panthers-Lightning playoff game

Florida’s Sergei Bobrovsky might have had the save of the year. The Panthers’ goaltender was facing the other way when Tampa Bay’s Matt Dumba had a chance at what looked it would be an easy … more

By TIM REYNOLDS | 4/23/24

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) makes a shot over Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (1) and guard Jalen Suggs (4) during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, March 29, 2024, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Kawhi Leonard is returning to the Clippers' lineup for Game 2 against Luka Doncic and the Mavericks

Kawhi Leonard is returning to the Los Angeles Clippers’ lineup for Game 2 of their playoff series against Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks. Coach Tyronn Lue said before Tuesday night’s game … more

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Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx minority owners Marc Lore, left, and Alex Rodriguez cheer as a call was overturned late in the fourth quarter of the team's NBA basketball game against the Atlanta Hawks on Friday, April 12, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)

Timberwolves dispute between Taylor and Lore, Rodriguez over ownership moves to mediation

The Minnesota Timberwolves ownership dispute is moving into mediation. The first session toward determining whether Glen Taylor will remain controlling owner or cede to Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez … more

By DAVE CAMPBELL | 4/23/24

FILE -New England Patriots linebacker Marte Mapu (30) tries to tackle Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Johnson (89) in the second half of an NFL football game in Empower Field at Mile High Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023, in Denver. Playing for multiple schools no longer raises a red flag for NFL talent evaluators in this day and age of the ever busier transfer portal and increasingly eye-popping financial windfalls available to college football players before they're even old enough to buy a round of drinks. (AP Photo/Geneva Heffernan, File)

It's no longer a red flag for prospects to play for multiple schools on their way to the NFL draft

The name, image and likeness deals on college campuses and relaxed transfer rules mean it's no longer uncommon to see draft prospects such as Caleb Williams or Jayden Daniels play for multiple … more

By ARNIE STAPLETON | 4/23/24

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse, right, talks to Tyrese Maxey, center, and Joel Embiid, left, during the second half of Game 2 in an NBA basketball first-round playoff series against the New York Knicks, Monday, April 22, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

NBA says Tyrese Maxey was fouled -- twice -- before turnover that led to Knicks' go-ahead shot

Philadelphia’s Tyrese Maxey was fouled twice before his turnover that led to the go-ahead 3-pointer by Donte DiVincenzo in the New York Knicks’ victory over the 76ers in Game 2. That's according … more

By BRIAN MAHONEY | 4/23/24

Arsenal's Ben White, font, celebrates with teammates after scoring his side's fifth goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Emirates Stadium in London, Tuesday, April 23, 2024. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)

Havertz scores 2 as Arsenal routs Chelsea 5-0 to cement Premier League lead

Kai Havertz scored twice against his former team and Ben White also got a brace as Arsenal brushed aside a dismal Chelsea side 5-0 for its biggest league win over its London rival. The win ensures … more

By MATTIAS KAREN | 4/23/24

A man takes photos of the shell of Arrow McLaren SP driver Pato O'Ward's vehicle after a qualifying session for the IndyCar Grand Prix of Long Beach auto race Saturday, April 20, 2024, in Long Beach, Calif. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

Analysis: The IndyCar season has just started but free agency is in full swing after only 2 races

The preseason injury to David Malukas has ignited free agency in IndyCar even though the series is headed into just its third points race. Malukas will be out again this weekend in Alabama and now … more

By JENNA FRYER | 4/23/24

Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, watches his tee shot on the sixth hole during the second round of the RBC Heritage golf tournament, Friday, April 19, 2024, in Hilton Head Island, S.C. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Webb Simpson offers to resign from PGA Tour board. But only if McIlroy replaces him, AP source says

Rory McIlroy could be rejoining the PGA Tour board just six months after he resigned. A person tells The Associated Press the move would require board approval. And it starts with Webb Simpson. The … more

By DOUG FERGUSON | 4/23/24

New York Islanders' Bo Horvat (14) collides with Carolina Hurricanes' Brett Pesce (22) during the first period in Game 2 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup first-round playoff series in Raleigh, N.C., Monday, April 22, 2024. (AP Photo/Karl B DeBlaker)

Defensemen injuries are already piling up early in the NHL playoffs

Defenses around the NHL playoffs have been depleted by existing and new injuries, from Tampa Bay’s Mikhail Sergachev and Colorado’s Samuel Girard being out long term to Carolina’s Brett Pesce … more

By STEPHEN WHYNO | 4/23/24

Scottie Scheffler waves after winning the weather delayed RBC Heritage golf tournament, Monday, April 22, 2024, in Hilton Head Island, S.C. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Analysis: Golf has two dominant forces in Scheffler and Korda. It didn't happen overnight

Golf had been missing a truly dominant player. And now all of a sudden it has two of them in Scottie Scheffler and Nelly Korda. But this didn't happen overnight. Scheffler has 10 victories in the … more

By DOUG FERGUSON | 4/23/24