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Boston Celtics center Al Horford wipes his face while seated on the bench as the Celtics trail the Milwaukee Bucks in the second half of Game 1 in the second round of the NBA Eastern Conference playoff series, Sunday, May 1, 2022, in Boston. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

Celtics' White to miss Game 2, heads home for child's birth

Marcus Smart is hoping to play. Al Horford is likely to remain out. And Derrick White headed home early for a good reason. The Boston Celtics were hoping to have at least one of their missing … more

By TIM REYNOLDS | 5/19/22

A happier Andretti returns to Indy 500 as part-time racer

Marco Andretti eased into semi-retirement after the 2020 season and now races only the Indianapolis 500 for his family-owned team. It's enough for the third-generation racer, who lost much of the joy … more

By JENNA FRYER | 5/19/22

Baltimore Orioles' Anthony Santander is doused as he celebrates heading home after hitting a three-run walk off home run during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the New York Yankees, Thursday, May 19, 2022, in Baltimore. The Orioles won 9-6. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Santander's 3-run HR in 9th leads Orioles past Yankees 9-6

Anthony Santander lined a three-run homer in the ninth inning off Lucas Luetge and the Baltimore Orioles avoided a four-game sweep by beating the New York Yankees 9-6. New York lost for just the … more

By TODD KARPOVICH | 5/19/22

Tiger Woods hits from the fairway on the 13th hole during the first round of the PGA Championship golf tournament, Thursday, May 19, 2022, in Tulsa, Okla. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Tiger trouble: Woods winces way through opening 74 at PGA

Tiger Woods cooled off after a hot start at the PGA Championship, then struggled on his ailing leg down the stretch while shooting 4-over 74 in the opening round. It was his worst opening round at … more

By DAVE SKRETTA | 5/19/22

FILE - At left, Alabama head coach Nick Saban yells to the sideline during the first half of Alabama's NCAA college football scrimmage, Saturday, April 16, 2022, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. At right, Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher reacts to an official's call during the second half of the team's NCAA college football game against Mississippi, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, in Oxford, Miss. Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher called Nick Saban a “narcissist” Thursday, May 19, 2022. after the Alabama coach made “despicable” comments about the Aggies using name, image and likeness deals to land their top-ranked recruiting classes. Saban called out Texas A&M on Wednesday night for “buying” players. (AP Photo/File)

'We're done': A&M's Fisher fires back at 'narcissist' Saban

Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher is firing back at Alabama coach Nick Saban. Fisher called Saban a “narcissist” and said his comments about the Aggies are “despicable.” Saban called out Texas A&M … more

By RALPH D. RUSSO | 5/19/22

Djokovic, Nadal, Alcaraz on same half of French Open bracket

Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz all were placed on the same half of the French Open men’s bracket in the draw for the clay-court Grand Slam tournament. Djokovic is the defending … more

By HOWARD FENDRICH | 5/19/22

Injured reliever Luke Jackson loses arbitration vs Braves

Atlanta Braves reliever Luke Jackson has lost his salary arbitration case. Jackson is sidelined for the season by Tommy John surgery. He was awarded the team’s $3.6 million offer rather than his $4 … more

5/19/22

In this Dec. 29, 2018 photo provided by Lo van Pham, from left, line judge Derek Anderson, referee Mike Defee and side judge Lo van Pham pose for a photo before the Peach Bowl NCAA college football game in Atlanta. Lo van Pham’s journey to the NFL began when he fell in love with sports upon arriving in Texas after living in refugee camps with his family. More than 40 years later, van Pham is set to become the first Asian American to officiate in the NFL. (Lo van Pham/NFL via AP)

Lo van Pham honored to be first Asian American official

Lo van Pham’s journey to the NFL began when he fell in love with sports upon arriving in Texas after living in refugee camps with his family. More than 40 years later, van Pham is set to become the … more

By ROB MAADDI | 5/19/22

Preakness tradition Alibi Breakfast back after 2 years off

The Preakness tradition of the Alibi Breakfast is back this week after a two-year absence because of the pandemic. The annual event that dates to the 1930s brings together owners, trainers and other … more

By STEPHEN WHYNO | 5/19/22

Preakness entrant Fenwick is cleaned up after working out ahead of the Preakness Stakes Horse Race at Pimlico Race Course, Wednesday, May 18, 2022, in Baltimore. Fenwick has a 50-1 shot of winning the race. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Another Triple Crown long shot? Fenwick is 50-1 in Preakness

Rich Strike may not be the only long shot to pull off a major upset this Triple Crown season. The horse with the longest odds at the Preakness is almost equally as unlikely to be there as Rich Strike … more

By STEPHEN WHYNO | 5/19/22

FILE - Alex Rodriguez arrives at the Oscars at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019. Baseball great Alex Rodriguez is taking a swing at mixed martial arts as an investor and board member for the Professional Fighters League. The PFL announced the addition of the former Yankees superstar to its board of directors Thursday, May 19, 2022. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP, File)

Alex Rodriguez invests in Professional Fighters League

Alex Rodriguez is taking a swing at mixed martial arts as an investor and board member for the Professional Fighters League. The PFL announced the addition of the former New York Yankees star to its … more

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Dominick Barlow participates in the NBA basketball draft combine Wednesday, May 18, 2022, in Chicago. Barlow, one of the 76 prospects at the combine, didn't take the conventional route through the college ranks. Or the NBA's G League Ignite. Or playing overseas. He turned down college offers to receive on-the-job training through Overtime Elite, a new basketball league created to give high school players another path to the pros. He got paid -- a six-figure salary -- as he learned about nutrition, social-media skills, financial literacy and, of course, the art of basketball. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

New league for prep standouts sends 2 players to NBA combine

Teenage power forward Dominick Barlow will be one of approximately 76 prospects at the NBA draft combine this week in Chicago. He didn’t take the conventional route through the college ranks, or … more

By PAT GRAHAM | 5/19/22

FILE - Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland reacts to his victory after a birdie putt on the 18th green during the final round of the PGA Championship golf tournament on the Ocean Course of the Kiawah Island Golf Resort in Kiawah Island, S.C., Aug. 12, 2012. He won the first of his two PGA titles 10 years ago. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)

PGA CHAMPIONSHIP '22: Key anniversaries for this year's PGA

This is the 100-year anniversary of Oakmont being introduced as a professional major course and Gene Sarazen becoming the first man to win two majors in a year. Other key anniversaries this year go … more

By DOUG FERGUSON | 5/19/22

FILE - Dave Stockton of Westlake, Calif., and his wife, Cathy, hold the PGA Championship trophy after Stockton won the 72-hole tournament with a 1-under 279 at Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, Okla., Aug. 16, 1970. Southern Hills is hosting the PGA this week for a record fifth time. (AP Photo/File)

Southern Hills: All-time best often crowned in dull fashion

Southern Hills has crowned some of the game’s greatest players during more major championships than just about any other American venue. Yet for the most part, they've been a dreadful bore. In four … more

By DAVE SKRETTA | 5/19/22

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) reacts after scoring and being fouled behind Dallas Mavericks forward Maxi Kleber (42) and guard Luka Doncic, right, during the first half of Game 1 of the NBA basketball playoffs Western Conference finals in San Francisco, Wednesday, May 18, 2022. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

Curry's 21 points, 12 boards lead Warriors in Game 1, 112-87

Stephen Curry had 21 points and a game-high 12 rebounds, Golden State’s defense held Luka Doncic in check, and the Warriors beat the Dallas Mavericks 112-87 for a 1-0 lead in the Western Conference … more

By JANIE McCAULEY | 5/19/22

New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer hands the ball to manager Buck Showalter during the sixth inning of the team's baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Scherzer exits with injury to side, Mets deck Cards 11-4

Max Scherzer pulled himself from a start with discomfort in his left side before the New York Mets finished off an 11-4 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals. Pete Alonso homered and drove in four … more

By MIKE FITZPATRICK | 5/19/22

Carolina Hurricanes celebrate an overtime goal by Ian Cole against the New York Rangers in Game 1 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup second-round playoff series in Raleigh, N.C., Wednesday, May 18, 2022. (AP Photo/Karl B DeBlaker)

Cole's OT goal lift Hurricanes past Rangers for Game 1 win

Ian Cole beat Igor Shesterkin at 3:12 of overtime to help the Carolina Hurricanes beat the New York Rangers 2-1 to take Game 1 of their second-round playoff series. The defenseman’s second career … more

By AARON BEARD | 5/18/22

Mets ace Max Scherzer exits start with injury to left side

Mets ace Max Scherzer removed himself from a start against the St. Louis Cardinals with discomfort in left side. He will have an MRI on Thursday. The three-time Cy Young Award winner left with two … more

By MIKE FITZPATRICK | 5/18/22

FILE - Utah players celebrate with the trophy after their victory over Oregon to win the Pac-12 Conference championship NCAA football game Friday, Dec. 3, 2021, in Las Vegas. The Pac-12 announced, Wednesday, May 18, 2022, it was scrapping its divisional format for the coming season Wednesday, May 18, 2022. (AP Photo/Chase Stevens, File)

Pac-12 scraps divisions moments after NCAA paves way

The Pac-12 is scrapping its divisional format for the upcoming college football season. The Pac-12 will now match the teams with the highest conference winning percentages in its title game after 11 … more

By RALPH D. RUSSO | 5/18/22

Barnes, Mobley, Cunningham unanimous NBA All-Rookie picks

Rookie of the Year Scottie Barnes, Cleveland forward Evan Mobley and Detroit guard Cade Cunningham were unanimously voted to the NBA All-Rookie first team. Orlando’s Franz Wagner and Houston’s … more

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